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
Sensory-Friendly Barnyard Buddies
Spend your Saturday morning exploring the farm and meeting our friendly animals in this program for families! Some examples of activities could be egg collecting, feeding the goats, or a farm story time. Every program ends with a visit to the Friendship Garden to help care for the plants growing. Read More
Barnyard Buddies
Spend your Saturday morning exploring the farm and meeting our friendly animals in this program for families! Some examples of activities are egg collecting, feeding the goats, or a farm story time. Every program ends with a visit to the Friendship Garden to help care for the plants growing. Pre-registration… Read More
Field to Felting: A Sheep Shearing to Felting Workshop
Step into the full wool-to-art journey at Weir River Farm with Field to Felting- an immersive, hands-on experience celebrating our beloved flock of sheep! In Field to Felting, guests are welcomed behind the scenes for an up-close introduction to the farm’s sheep and learn about the vital role sheep play… Read More
Powisset Pals: Guided StoryWalk with Mia Wenjen and Kiddos in the Kitchen!
Enjoy a spring day at Powisset Farm with a guided hike led by author, Mia Wenjen, and a cooking class with Chef Maria. Powisset Pals will join author, Mia Wenjen, in reading “Food for the Future” on a guided StoryWalk® hike around our Meadow Loop trail. Following the hike,… Read More
Family Cow Connection at Appleton Farms
Immerse your family in the heartwarming experience of being up close and personal with one of our favorite farm animals – cows! Cuddle, brush, and sit with our hand-raised cows at Appleton Farms. Visit our scenic and historic farm and enjoy Family Cow Connection session with our two Jersey… Read More
Barnyard Story Hour at Powisset Farm
The Powisset Farm Barnyard is full again with sheep, goats, chickens, and pigs! Join all of our animals for our Story Hours. Spend your morning at Powisset Farm and experience an exciting way to foster a love of reading and animals. Explore the barnyard and meet our barnyard friends… Read More
Tour de Green Bike Ride – Jamaica Plain
Explore healthy community, gardening, and biking with our six part tour of Boston green spaces! For the month of May, join us in a guided bike tour of Jamaica Plain Community Gardens! Learn proper bike safety, chat with friends, and explore the hidden greenery JP has to offer. The ride… Read More
Found Foods Supper Club: A Hands-On Culinary Experience
Join Chef Jenny DeVivo for a unique hands-on culinary experience that celebrates food rescue, zero-waste cooking, and seasonal ingredients from local farmers, fishers, and food purveyors. Each session features a curated, on-the-spot menu dictated by the surplus ingredients available that week—transforming overlooked foods into delicious, sustainable meals. Attendees will actively… Read More
A Trip to Thailand – Adult Cooking Class
Join us in celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with a cooking class series focused on regional Asian cuisines and their culinary traditions. Each class will highlight a different region and introduce new flavors and techniques. Experience the vibrant flavors and bold contrasts that make Thai cuisine a worldwide favorite. In… Read More
Garden Open Hours May
Explore Forbes Community Garden in Jamaica Plain at this casual meetup! Come prepared with garden questions to ask expert gardener Max. Discuss solutions and brainstorm with the group! This is an open forum meeting for JP gardeners of all backgrounds to ask their niche questions and see Forbes St Garden… 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