New Pond Farm Education Center

January Storytime for Children with Adults (Ages 1 - 5)
2026-01-11 09:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
Join us 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.
Includes an outdoor component – please dress accordingly.
This program is:$10 per member child,$15 per non-member child(Adults and siblings under 1 are free)
Registration required.
Please Register Here

Open Day
2026-01-10 11:00 - 14:00
Curious about all that we have to offer? Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Open Day and experience the beauty, history, and vibrant life of our farm and education center. Wander through a stunning landscape rich with diverse habitats and wildlife, discover our deep roots in place and learning, and meet the warm, passionate people who bring it all to life.
Inside our Learning Center, enjoy hands-on activities including exploring our Native American Museum with its artifacts and reproductions, meeting our beloved program animals, sampling delicious farm-fresh dairy products, and more. Outdoors, take time to explore the property, visit our barnyard animals, and connect with members of our staff and Board who are eager to share their stories and answer your questions.
FREE!
No Registration Required!
Please, no dogs

January Jr Staff: Animal Caretaker (Grades 5-12)
2026-01-10 11:00 - 12:30
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 required.

Please Register Here

Nature Explorers (Grades K-2)
2026-01-08 16:00 - 17:00
3 Thursdays: January 8, 15, & 22
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, meadow, and gardens. May include hikes, games, animal encounters, campfires, and more. The focus is child-led, outdoor play.
This 3-part program is:$45 per member child,$60 per non-member child
Registration required.
Please Register Here

January Nature Explorers (Ages 3 - 5)
2026-01-08 13:30 - 15:00
3 Thursdays: January 8, 15, & 22
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 woodlands, wetlands, gardens, and meadow. This child-led afternoon of outdoor play may include hikes, games, animal encounters, nature art, and more.
This 3-part program is:$45 per member,$60 per non-member
Registration required.
Please Register Here

Needlework Drop-in
2026-01-08 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-18 10:30 - 12:00
Join us for a relaxing morning of knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and other fiber arts projects. 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. Light refreshments will be provided.
This program is:Free
Registration requested.
Please Register Here

Animal Care Club: Session 1 (Grades 2-4)
2026-01-07 16:00 - 17:00
During this hands-on afterschool program, students will provide care and enrichment to our resident ambassador animals including rabbits, turtles, lizards, and snakes.

$90 per member, $120 per non-memberPlease Register Here

Little Learners: Little Zoologists (Ages 3-5)
2026-01-07 13:30 - 15:00
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
3 Wednesdays: January 7, 21, & 28
Designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster a love of nature, the Little Learners monthly series are child-led, playful, and hands-on.
This 3-part program is:$45 per member,$60 per non-member.
Registration is required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Pilates Fusion with Lauren Chiarello Mika
2026-01-04 10:00 - 11:00
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
Restore your body, mind, and heart in this cozy, 50-minute Pilates Fusion class. Blending Pilates, Barre, and Yoga, this low-impact, mindful movement experience is suitable for all levels. Led by Lauren Chiarello Mika, founder of Chi Chi Life, two-time cancer thriver, certified Cancer Exercise Trainer, and Pilates/Barre/Yoga instructor, this class combines gentle strength, balance, and mindfulness for a full-body recharge.
This adult program is:$30 per Member,$40 per Non-member
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Winter Solstice Family Campfire
2025-12-21 15:30 - 16:30
This program is full, but we are taking a waiting list
Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a warm campfire, farm fresh hot chocolate and tasty treats. As we reflect on the coming winter season, we will share what shorter, colder days mean for us and the world around us.
Members only!
This program is:Free
Registration required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Festive Seasonal Crafts (Grades 1-4) {NEW DATE}
2025-12-21 12:30 - 14:30
Together we will create traditional festive crafts using natural materials. This program will be sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit!
This program is:$30 per member child,$40 per non-member child
Registration required.
Please Register Here

STEM Sundays (Grades K-4)
2025-12-21 10:00 - 11:00
STEM Sundays are designed to inspire young minds and build foundational science skills through hands-on experiments, creative problem-solving, and team projects that make learning meaningful and fun.
This program is:$15 per member,$20 per non-member
Registration required.
Please Register Here

In the Kitchen: Festive Finger Foods (Grades K-4)
2025-12-19 16:30 - 18:00
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
We will build our kitchen skills as we create simple and delicious meals to share together.
This program is:$25 per member,$30 per non-member
Registration required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Caroling in the Barn with the Animals (Moved to 12/7)
2025-12-14 17:00 - 18:00
This has been moved to Sunday, December 7th
Begin the holiday season on a joyous note. Join us in the main barn as we sit on hay bales surrounded by cows and sheep and are led in song by talented musicians. Homemade treats and farm fresh hot chocolate will be served.
Members only!
This program is:$10 per member(Children age 3 and under are free)
Registration required. Seating is limited.

Festive Seasonal Crafts (Grades 1-4)
2025-12-14 13:00 - 15:00

Caroling in the Barn with the Animals (Moved to 12/6)
2025-12-13 17:00 - 18:00
This has been moved to Saturday, December 6th
Begin the holiday season on a joyous note. Join us in the main barn as we sit on hay bales surrounded by cows and sheep and are led in song by talented musicians. Homemade treats and farm fresh hot chocolate will be served.
Members only!
This program is:$10 per member(Children age 3 and under are free)
Registration required. Seating is limited.

Gingerbread Snow Globes
2025-12-13 13:00 - 15:30
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
Create a cheerful, imaginative snow globe filled with your very own freshly baked gingerbread family and scenery, along with sugar crystal snow, and festive ribbons for this holiday season. All materials will be provided.
This program is:$45 per member family,$55 per non-member family
Registration required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Gingerbread Snow Globes
2025-12-13 12:00 - 14:30
This section is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
Create a cheerful, imaginative snow globe filled with your very own freshly baked gingerbread family and scenery, along with sugar crystal snow, and festive ribbons for this holiday season. All materials will be provided.
This program is:$45 per member family,$55 per non-member family
Registration required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Winter Stories by the Fire (ages 3-5)
2025-12-13 10:30 - 11:30
Only A Few Spaces Left!
Drop your preschooler off for an hour of holiday stories, crafts, and treats around the warm fire in our Nature Hut.
This program is:$15 per member child,$20 per non-member child
Registration required.
Please Register Here

Caroling in the Barn with the Animals
2025-12-12 18:00 - 19:00
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
Begin the holiday season on a joyous note. Join us in the main barn as we sit on hay bales surrounded by cows and sheep and are led in song by talented musicians. Homemade treats and farm fresh hot chocolate will be served.
Members only!
This program is:$10 per member(Children age 3 and under are free)
Registration required. Seating is limited.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Needlework Drop-in
2025-12-11 10:30 - 12:00
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and other fiber arts projects. 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. Light refreshments will be provided.
This program is:Free
Registration requested.
Please Register Here

Pilates Fusion with Lauren Chiarello Mika
2026-01-11 10:00 - 11:00
Restore your body, mind, and heart in this cozy, 50-minute Pilates Fusion class. Blending Pilates, Barre, and Yoga, this low-impact, mindful movement experience is suitable for all levels. Led by Lauren Chiarello Mika, founder of Chi Chi Life, two-time cancer thriver, certified Cancer Exercise Trainer, and Pilates/Barre/Yoga instructor, this class combines gentle strength, balance, and mindfulness for a full-body recharge.
This adult program is:
$30 per Member
$40 per Non-member
Registration required.
Please Register Here

Caroling in the Barn with the Animals (NEW DATE)
2025-12-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-06 17:00 - 18:00

In Season: Baking on the Farm- Holiday Cookie Boxes
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:30
Join local baker Maisie Todd Wallick for a non-stress baking series serving up some of the season’s best. No experience needed- just a love for baked goods and a desire to learn in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
This program is:$50 per member,$70 per non-member
Registration required.

Wreath Making for Adults
2025-12-07 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-04 18:30 - 20:30
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
Join us for a festive Wreath Making Workshop where you’ll craft your own beautiful wreath to celebrate the season! Bring your friends, your favorite beverages, a pair of clippers, and a creative mindset—we’ll provide the greenery, decorations, and good cheer. Light refreshments will be served.
This program is:$70 per member,$80 per non-member
Registration required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Family Wreath Making
2025-12-07 11:30 - 12:30
This program is FULL, but we are taking a waiting list
An assortment of fresh greens, holly, seed pods, ribbons, and adornments will be waiting for your family as you work together to create a one-of-a-kind wreath that is guaranteed to bring joy to the whole family during this festive season.
This program is:$70 per member family,$80 per non-member family
Registration required.
Please Register Here for the Wait List

Pysanky for the Holidays
2025-12-05 18:30 - 20:30
Celebrate the winter season with the traditional art of pysanky—A Ukrainian wax-resist egg decorating artform—by making a festive holiday ornament! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use a kistka, apply beeswax designs, and layer dyes to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind keepsake.
Ages 15+.
This program is:$35 per member,$40 per non-member
Registration required.
Please Register Here
