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Adult Cow Connection at The Farm Institute

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Come meet, cuddle, brush, and walk with our hand-raised cows at The Farm Institute! Enjoy a 45 minute Cow Connection session with year old cows, Brian, a blind Holstein, and Carl, a Guernsey. Enjoy both the scientifically-proven physiological benefits as well as the relaxing effects of being outside in… Read More

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Farmer for a Day – Child Drop-Off Program

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Put on your boots and get ready for some fun! Get a glimpse into the life of a farmer with some hands-on farm experience checking on and completing chores for our farm animals. Farmers might collect and carton eggs, help plant or harvest in the garden, or go on a… Read More

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Farm Tour with Meadow Wagon Ride

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Explore the FARM in this family-friendly guided tour. Ever wondered how many eggs a chicken lays a day? Or what the cows at the farm like to eat? This program is perfect for curious minds wanting to learn more and get up close with the animals on the farm! Participants… Read More

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cow connection

Family Cow Connection at The Farm Institute

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Immerse your family in the heartwarming experience of being up close and personal with one of our favorite farm animals–cows! Come meet, cuddle, brush, and walk with our hand-raised cows at The Farm Institute! Enjoy a 45 minute Cow Connection session with year old cows, Brian, a blind Holstein, and… Read More

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pig

Farmer for a Day – Child Drop-Off Program

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Put on your boots and get ready for some fun! Get a glimpse into the life of a farmer with some hands-on farm experience checking on and completing chores for our farm animals. Farmers might collect and carton eggs, help plant or harvest in the garden, or go on a… Read More

  • Barnyard Events
  • Cape Cod & The Islands
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  • Family Fun
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highland cow

Farm Tour with Meadow Wagon Ride

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Explore the FARM in this family-friendly guided tour. Ever wondered how many eggs a chicken lays a day? Or what the cows at the farm like to eat? This program is perfect for curious minds wanting to learn more and get up close with the animals on the farm! Participants… Read More

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Barnyard Story Hour at Appleton Farms

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Bring your little ones to Appleton Farms for our farm-fresh story hour. We will read books about animals and nature, maybe sing a song or two, then head up to the carriage barn to visit our Nubian goats, Angora rabbits and see what other animals are out and about on… Read More

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pig

Farmer for a Day – Child Drop-Off Program

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Put on your boots and get ready for some fun! Get a glimpse into the life of a farmer with some hands-on farm experience checking on and completing chores for our farm animals. Farmers might collect and carton eggs, help plant or harvest in the garden, or go on a… Read More

  • Barnyard Events
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  • cape-islands
  • Family Fun
  • Farm Events
  • Farm Fun
  • Farms & Food

Family Farmer for a Day

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Put on your boots and get ready for some fun! Get a glimpse into the life of a farmer with some hands-on farm experience checking in and completing chores for our farm animals. Farmers might collect and carton eggs, help plant or harvest in the garden, or go on a… Read More

  • Barnyard Events
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highland cow

Farm Tour with Meadow Wagon Ride

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Explore the FARM in this family-friendly guided tour. Ever wondered how many eggs a chicken lays a day? Or what the cows at the farm like to eat? This program is perfect for curious minds wanting to learn more and get up close with the animals on the farm! Participants… Read More

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Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More

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Sensory-Friendly Open Barnyard at Weir River Farm

By Saturday, June 13, 2026

Welcome to Sensory-Friendly Open Barnyard at Weir River Farm! This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. Read More

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