City Natives Learning Series
City Natives Plant Nursery will be hostly monthly horticultural workshops open to the public, all focused on native plants in the city. Join one or all of these free workshops in the beautiful plant nursery. Native plant seedlings will be available for sale. July 12- Edible Native Plants: Join… Read More
Adult Cow Connection at Appleton Farms
Come meet, cuddle, brush, and sit with our hand-raised cows at Appleton Farms! The mild heart rate and warm body temperature of the cows induces a slowing of our own heart rate, as well as the release of Oxytocin, our social bonding hormone. Visit our scenic and historic farm and… Read More
Family Farm Chores at Powisset Farm
It’s morning at Powisset Farm and we have work to do! Come help us with morning farm chores in the barnyard, working side by side with our staff. This is an immersive, hands-on experience, limited to 5 helpers per morning and is perfect for… Read More
Sunset in the Sunflowers: A Dinner with Charlie Granquist of Slough Farm
Join Charlie Granquiest of Slough Farm for a can’t-miss dining experience in the middle of the Farm’s one-acre sunflower field. Enjoy three courses of Katama-grown dining including meat and vegetables raised and grown by our partner Slough Farm. Beer & wine included. Music by Darby Patterson and Sam. Menu to… Read More
Cancelled – Ice Cream Making on the Farm
Come join us in the farm kitchen to beat the warm weather and whip up your own ice cream! Participants will tackle every step of the ice cream making process, from mixing the cream and sugar to churning the base, and will come away with a sweet reward for their… Read More
Flower Arranging Workshop with Slipaway Farm in the Sunflowers
Join island flower (and veg) farmers Lily and Anna from Slipaway Farm for an unforgettable evening in our one acre sunflower field! Watch a demonstration from this team with tips and tricks on how to create a uniquely you arrangement! Pick your own sunflowers to add to an array of… Read More
Farmer for a Day – Child Drop-Off Program
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
Cow Connection at The Farm Institute
Come meet, cuddle, brush, and walk with our hand-raised cows at The Farm Institute! Enjoy a 45 minute Cow Connection session with our Belted Galloway heifer team, Venus and Iris, our Scottish Highland steer, Owen and our bottle baby Holstein, Brian. Enjoy both the scientifically-proven physiological benefits as well as… Read More
Farm Tour with Meadow Wagon Ride
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
Cooking from the Island: What's Fresh and What's Local
This event has sold out. Join us for this farm-to-table cooking experience with chef Jenny Devivo! These classes will focus on the bounty of the season and the unique flavors of Martha’s Vineyard in coordination with the growing seasons of our farm. We will start with a tour of… Read More
Farmer for a Day – Child Drop-Off Program
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
Family Cow Connection at The Farm Institute
Immerse your family in the heartwarming experience of being up close and personal with one of our favorite farm animals – cows! Cuddle, brush, and walk with our hand-raised cows at The Farm Institute. Enjoy a 45 minute Cow Connection session with our Belted Galloway heifer team, Venus and Iris,… Read More