101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT, 06896

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The Philadelphia Story, a Live Radio Play

Join Director Nancy Ponturo with her extraordinary cast of actors, and watch the hilarity unfold as Tracy Lord, CK Dexter Haven, and other memorable characters are brought to life in this classic 1940s romantic comedy. Our thanks to actors Nancy Ponturo, Bob Ponturo, Don Striano, Julia Levo, Martin Robinson, Annie Evans, Molly Garbe Brown, and...

Afternoons at the Farm (Grades 2 – 4)

An afterschool program filled with a variety of fun activities around the farm. This 6-part series will include hikes, animal care, cooking, science, games, and more! Mondays: March 3 - April 7(WITH BUS SERVICE FROM REDDING ELEMENTARY This 6-part session is:$135 per member,$180 per non-member Registration required. Please Register Here

Storytime for Children with Adults, Ages 1 – 5

Join us each month for nature stories and related activities as we explore the seasons at New Pond Farm. Activities may include live animal encounters, nature crafts, walks on the property, and more. This program will include an outdoor component - please dress accordingly. This program is:$10 per member,$15 per non-member.Adults and siblings under 1...

Little Scientists (Ages 3 – 5)

Tuesdays:March 4, 11, 18 Designed to spark curiosity, this playful, hands-on program will encourage young learners to ask questions, make observations and engage in simple science experiments. This program is:$45 per member,$60 per non-member Registration required, space is limited. Please Register Here

Caregiver and Child Series, for children ages 18 – 35 months

A weekly caregiver and child program for our youngest members. Each week we will gather outdoors and spend 90-minutes connecting with nature, and one another, through free play, exploratory walks, live animal encounters, nature crafts, and seasonal stories. This program is held almost entirely outdoors, but we will use our heated Nature Hut and Learning...

Animal Care Club: Winter Session (Grades 2-4)

  Did you know New Pond Farm has more than farm animals? Join the Animal Care Club and learn how to care for the many reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and invertebrates that live in the Learning Center. Club members will make salads for turtles, clean snake enclosures, exercise bunnies, wrangle crickets and much more! Wednesdays: March...

Nature Explorers (Ages 3 – 5)

Get in on the fun during this monthly 3-part series full of outdoor nature adventures! Each week we will explore the property and make exciting discoveries in our woodlands, wetlands, gardens, and meadow. This child-led afternoon of outdoor play may include hikes, games, animal encounters, campfires, and more. Our focus is on child-led, outdoor play....

STEM Club (Grades K – 4)

This program is full, but we are taking a waiting list Each week we will explore a different theme as we ask questions and search for answers through observation, investigation, and experimentation. We will build hot air balloons, launch rockets, bend light, create electricity, and more. Thursdays: March 6 - April 10 This 6-part series...

Nature Explorers (Grades K-2)

Join us for this monthly 3-part series full of outdoor nature adventures. Each week we will explore the property and make exciting discoveries in our woodlands, wetlands, gardens, and meadow. Each month may include hikes, games, animal encounters, campfires, and more. Our focus is on child-led, outdoor play. Thursdays: March 6, 13, & 20 This...

Paint and Sip

Enjoy a fun night out with friends as our artist instructor leads you on a step-by-step journey to create a wonderful masterpiece inspired by New Pond Farm’s beauty. All experience levels are welcome. We will provide an 11x14 canvas, all painting supplies, and light refreshments. This program is:$30 per member,$40 per non-member Registration required, space...

Timberdoodle Walk

“Peent, peent”, the nasally call of the American Woodcock, also known as a Timberdoodle, is hard to mistake. Join NPF Board Member Bruce Ward as we look and listen for this sometimes difficult to spot little shorebird. With a preference for young forests and shrubby fields, males will be out calling and performing aerial displays...

Astronomy Nights – Viewing the Night Sky

This program is full, but we are taking a waiting list Join our knowledgeable team of volunteer astronomers on Astronomy Hill for views of constellations, star clusters, planets, and more! Gaze through telescopes, hear stories about the stars, watch a short slide presentation, ask deep questions, and connect with other night sky enthusiasts. This is...

Jr Staff: Animal Caretakers

This program is full, but we are taking a waiting list Love animals? Come learn the ins and outs of animal care. Focused on our resident mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, these hands-on programs will have Jr Staff helping with feedings, cleanings, health checks, enrichment, and more. This program is:Free for members,$10 for non-members Registration is...

On the Farm: STEM (Grades 5 – 8)

Enjoy everything our 102-acres has to offer from science to nature to gardening! Each session will focus on a different theme, each including new opportunities to learn more about the world around us. Join us as we help support various research projects around the farm. Tuesdays: March 11, 18, & 25With Bus Service from John...

In the Kitchen: Shared Meals (Grades K-4)- Personal Pizza Bakes

Only a few spaces left! Each month we will build our kitchen skills as we create delicious dinners to share together using simple, kid-friendly recipes. This program is:$25 per member child,$30 per non-member child Registration required, space is limited. Please Register Here