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Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – FALL SESSION 26/27

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Fiddleheads Fall Semester 2026 Fall is here and harvest is in full swing. It’s a great time for your preschooler to learn what our fields, barnyard, and forest have to offer. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9:30AM to 12:30PM for a preschool drop-off series focused on farm animals, life… Read More

Homeschool Adventures: Session 1

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Fall 2026 homeschool programs at The Crane Estate & Appleton Farms will engage children ages 5-11 in hands-on, place-based learning that challenges the body & mind. Families can choose to sign up for 1 or more of 4 unique four-week-long sessions: Homeschool Adventures: Tuesdays from 1-4pm focusing on physical… Read More

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Autumn Heritage Stroll and Farm-to-Table Lunch

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Enjoy a guided walk through the scenic, storied landscapes of historic Powisset Farm in Dover, previously owned by Boston sculptor, entrepreneur, farmer, and philanthropist Amelia Peabody. Each step on the stroll brings the past to life through engaging tales of early agricultural life on the farm and the role of… Read More

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Master Urban Gardener Practicum – Fall

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*Please submit applications by September 1* To apply, please submit the completed form here: Master Urban Gardener Practicum Application – Fill out form The Boston Community Gardens Team is hosting another hands on Master Urban Gardener (MUG) Practicum class! This is the perfect opportunity to hone your gardening skills… Read More

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Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms

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Raise your steins and join us for a spirited celebration of autumn at our annual Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms! Enjoy a German inspired afternoon filled with craft brews, live music, hayrides, and family-friendly fun. During the event, participants can indulge in unique Oktoberfest inspired food offerings from Serenitee Catering, DownRiver… Read More

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Souped Up Sandwiches: Adult Cooking Class

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Level up your lunch game in this hands-on adult cooking class focused on soups and sandwiches. Chef Charlotte will teach you how to elevate classic lunch staples. Together, we’ll make grilled cheese and tomato soup, carrot ginger soup, and miso eggplant banh mi. Included in this class: Cooking demonstration and… Read More

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Homeschool Scholars: Seasonal Rhythms

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Fall 2026 homeschool programs at The Crane Estate & Appleton Farms will engage children ages 5-11 in hands-on, place-based learning that challenges the body & mind. Families can choose to sign up for 1 or more of 4 unique four-week-long sessions: Homeschool Adventures: Tuesdays from 1-4pm focusing on physical… Read More

fiddleheads tractor

Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – FALL SESSION 26/27

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Fiddleheads Fall Semester 2026 Fall is here and harvest is in full swing. It’s a great time for your preschooler to learn what our fields, barnyard, and forest have to offer. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9:30AM to 12:30PM for a preschool drop-off series focused on farm animals, life… Read More

Homeschool Adventures: Session 1

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Fall 2026 homeschool programs at The Crane Estate & Appleton Farms will engage children ages 5-11 in hands-on, place-based learning that challenges the body & mind. Families can choose to sign up for 1 or more of 4 unique four-week-long sessions: Homeschool Adventures: Tuesdays from 1-4pm focusing on physical… Read More