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Farm Chores – Members Only

Farm Chores - Members Only Dress for the outdoors and join farmers Mike or Rachel as they complete daily farm chores. Get a first-hand look at everything it takes to keep our chickens, sheep, and cows happy and healthy. Members Only! $15 per family

Old Fashioned Egg Hunt

Old Fashioned Egg Hunt (Rain Date: March 30)Bundle up for one of the most egg-citing events on the farm! Children from toddlers to teens will “hunt” our beautiful pastures and gardens for hand-dyed eggs. There are different areas for each age group and great prizes for all! Please bring a basket and dress for an...

$15

Needlework Drop-In

Needlework Drop-In Join us for a relaxing afternoon of knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and other needlework. We will gather around the fireplace and share stories, ideas, and advice as we each work on our own projects. Open to all experience levels. Come be inspired, meet new friends, and learn something new. No registration required.For more information,...

ALL ABOUT EVE: A Play Reading

All About Eve: A Play Reading This event for adults is:$60 per member, $70 per non-memberSeating is limited, so please make your reservations soon! Join Actor/Director Nancy Ponturo and her talented cast for an exciting adaptation of Mary Orrs’ 1946 classic, “The Wisdom of Eve,” which inspired Joseph Mankiewicz’s award-winning film. All actors are back...

$70

FARM CHORES – MEMBERS ONLY

FARM CHORES – MEMBERS ONLY Dress for the outdoors and join farmers Mike or Rachel as they complete daily farm chores. Get a first-hand look at everything it takes to keep our chickens, sheep, and cows happy and healthy. Members Only! $15 per family

Astronomy: Viewing the Night Sky

Astronomy: Viewing the Night Sky Join our knowledgeable team of volunteer astronomers out 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 deepquestions, and connect with other night sky enthusiasts. This is an outdoor program, please dress for...

Spring Migration: Birding with Joe Bear

Spring Migration: Birding with Joe Bear Catch the spring migration by joining expert birder and environmentalist Joe Bear on a leisurely 2-hour walk through our diverse habitats. We will search in open fields, woodlands, and wetlands – seeking those on their way back to their summer breeding grounds. This program is free. Registration is required

Wildflower Ramble & Brown Bag Lunch

Wildflower Ramble & Brown Bag Lunch Each year in memory of one of our founding board members, Helen Hermes, we take a leisurely stroll down our streamside trail to discover some of her favorite spring ephemerals. Trout Lily, Rue Anemone, Dutchman’s Breeches, Trillium, and Spring Beauties will all be here to greet you! Bring a...

Bio Blitz

Bio Blitz Saturday, April 27Join an enthusiastic group of scientists and staff as we work to inventory thebiological diversity of our pond, marsh, and stream. Help us better understand thelocal flora and fauna that are found in each habitat and in the process gain skills andknowledge that will lead to a deeper connection with the...

Nature Explorers (Ages 3-5)

New Pond Farm 101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT, United States

Thursdays: May 2, 9, & 16 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. This...

Nature Explorers (Grades K-2)

New Pond Farm 101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT, United States

Thursdays: May 2, 9, & 16 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, or meadow. How we spend each afternoon will vary based on group interest – hikes, shelter building, critter hunts, animal encounters,...

STEM at New Pond Farm- Hot Air Balloons (Grades K-4)

New Pond Farm 101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT, United States

Each month we will explore a different theme as we ask questions and search for answers through observation, investigation, and experimentation. This drop-off program is: $15 per Member Child, $20 per Non-member Child Registration is required, space is limited. Register Here

Junior Staff: Animal Caretaker

New Pond Farm 101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT, United States

Love animals? Come learn the ins and outs of animal care. Focused on our resident reptiles and amphibians, this hands-on program will have Jr Staff helping with feedings, cleanings, health checks, enrichment, and more. This program is: Free for members. $10 per non-member Registration is required. Register Here

Honey Tasting for Adults

Join NPF Apiary Manager, Ann Murray, for a tasty exploration of one of the most popular products of the beehive — honey! Our honey bees forage on many different types of flowers throughout the spring, summer, and fall. As the floral sources change, so does the flavor of their treasured honey. We will discuss the...

Sunday Storytime (Ages 1 – 5 with an Adult)

Join us for nature stories and related activities as we explore the seasons. Activities may include live animal encounters, nature crafts, walks on the property, and more. This will include an outdoor component - please dress accordingly. Children must be accompanied by an adult Group size is limited This program is: $10 per Member Child/Adult...