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
Fall Fun at Powisset Farm
Join us every Saturday and Sunday in October to enjoy a classic New England fall day at the farm featuring hayrides, live music, a climbing haystack, scenic walking trails, a Story Walk, fall scavenger hunt, and a visit to see the barnyard animals. Enjoy farm-fresh food, hot and cold cider, wine and craft beer, and other seasonal treats available… Read More
Fall 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
Family Pumpkin Fairy House Building
In this hands-on, family-friendly workshop, we’ll work together using natural materials, pressed flowers, and your imagination to create a fall pumpkin fairy house! Each ticket includes 1 pumpkin per child & their adult helper, fairy house materials (moss, twigs, pebbles, acorns, leaves, tree base, etc.), guided instruction, creative inspiration, apple… 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
Learning with Livestock at Appleton Farms
Join us for open and free programming and demonstrations every Saturday! Meet the animals of Appleton, learn about why farmers keep animals, and the role they play alongside us on the farm. These rotating family-friendly farm education sessions are for all ages- kids and adults alike! Information is geared towards… Read More
Adults Only! Afternoon on the Farm
At Weir River Farm, barnyard fun isn’t just for kids! Step into autumn with “Adults Only! Afternoon on the Farm,” a fall afternoon designed just for adults. Enjoy a crisp hard cider or a classic apple cider as you stroll the barnyard and meet our friendly animals. Play… 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
Fall Fun at Powisset Farm
Join us every Saturday and Sunday in October to enjoy a classic New England fall day at the farm featuring hayrides, live music, a climbing haystack, scenic walking trails, a Story Walk, fall scavenger hunt, and a visit to see the barnyard animals. Enjoy farm-fresh food, hot and cold cider, wine and craft beer, and other seasonal treats available… Read More
Appleton Cocktail Workshop: Holiday Mixology with Privateer Rum (21+)
Our friends at Privateer Rum, born and raised in Ipswich Mass (ahoy!), are hosting a holiday mixology series to warm your soul and invigorate your mind with (rum) knowledge. Join us to learn the science of distilling, how to easily pair flavors, and replicate the results at home. In… 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 Dairy… Read More
Gardening Q&A at Symphony Garden
Come prepared with gardening questions to ask expert gardeners Max at this casual community meetup! Drawing on their wealth of experiance they will trouble shoot and answer your questions. Example topics include Pest ID Crop Planning Plant Health Compost Maintenance And more Sharing tips and tricks with other participants is… Read More