From community programs and seasonal festivals for young children to Farm-to-Table dinners highlighting our local restaurant partners and their commitment to local ingredients, there is something for everyone.
Saturday, January 20th from 1pm – 4pm
Come out to the farm and explore best practices for winter growing. As long as the weather allows, participants will tour our year-round growing infrastructure and then venture inside to talk about extension practices for the backyard grower.
Saturday, January 27th from 1pm – 3pm
Are the bugs and weeds in your garden getting you down? Come to the farm and dig into integrated pest management and integrated weed suppression management practices. We’ll focus on organic solutions to help you get out of the weeds.
Saturday, March 10 from 1:00 – 3:30pm
If you think you generate a lot of compost in your household, imagine what it looks like on a farm scale! In this workshop, we’ll discuss what it takes to manage food waste and biomass (leaf piles, grass clippings, etc.), both in your own gardens and on our farm. Learn the science behind what’s in your compost pile, followed by a walking tour of compost in action. The workshop will include both a lecture and a walk around barn and chicken tractor.
Saturday, March 17 from 9:00am – 2:00pm
You know how the saying goes, “March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb”. Celebrate the first signs of spring with us and welcome our newborn lambs! Gather around for a spring story, join us in making a lamb-themed craft, then meet our farmers for some hands-on interactions with our livestock. All activities will be held in our livestock barn with our lambs following along with the fun. This family-friendly event is great for young children! $5/person (ages 2 & under are free), Free for members.
*This event is sold out
Saturday, April 7 from 1:00 – 4:00pm
Always wanted to grow healthy fruit trees of your own? This workshop will cover the science and techniques for grafting and pruning fruit trees in Maine, including a hands-on demonstration in our orchard. You’ll even leave with a tree to cultivate in your home garden.
Saturday, May 19th from 9am – 1pm
A great selection of perennials, annuals, herbs and seedlings, from full shade to full sun, will be available. All plants are donated by volunteers, friends and neighbors. There will be plants for the beginning gardener and those with green thumbs. Whether you are a novice looking to start your first garden or a green thumb looking for something new, our plants run the gamut. The Annual Plant Sale is a wonderful way to recover from the long winter and support Wolfe’s Neck Center.
Saturday, May 19th from 10am – 1pm
Not everyone is burning fuel and using tractors to get the job done around the farm. Some farmers still work their land the old fashion way, with horses, oxen and walk-behind or ride-along equipment. In this workshop & demo, learn how the farmers communicate with, instruct and train the animals. Also learn about the equipment used to perform tasks in the forest and field.
Saturday, June 2 from 10am – 3pm
Celebrate Spring on the Farm! Our Spring Festival continues the tradition of great fun and learning for the whole family. There will be opportunities to explore the trails and gardens, interact with the animals, learn about seeds and plants, and observe farm demonstrations. For younger children, there will be craft activities, face painting, and a hay pile and tractors to climb. Food will be available for purchase from local food trucks and our Farm Café, and live music will be playing throughout the day!
Sunday, June 24th, 5-8pm
Celebrate the beginning of summer with dinner with Masa Miyake and sunset at the Mallet Barn. Visit a variety of tasting stations and enjoy the freshest flavors of the season. This event is held at the historic Mallet Barn.
Tickets on sale May 1 (Members Only) and May 3 (General Public)
Sunday, August 19th, 5-8pm
Set on our main campus with the barns and beautiful ocean views, the Family Farm Feast is a great event for the whole family. It features our Farm Café’s wood fired pizzas topped with Wolfe’s Neck vegetables and meats, and delicious side salads and homemade desserts. Haywagon rides and kids’ activities add to the fun. This event is held at the Little River Campus.
Tickets on sale July 10 (Members Only) and July 12 (General Public)
Sunday, September 23rd, 3-6pm
Join us for an afternoon of great food from Frontier Café and Gather, and a live and silent art auction featuring local artists. Enjoy a wide variety of delicious appetizers made from farm fresh ingredients and bring home an original piece of art. This event is held at the historic Mallet Barn.
Tickets on sale July 24 (Members Only) and July 26 (General Public)
Saturday, September 29th, 6-10pm
Our historic Mallet Barn (built in 1891) provides a unique venue for an evening of local food, local music, local brews, and lots of fun! Doors will open at 6:00 PM with a cash bar and an assortment of local food trucks and vendors. From 7:00 to 8:00 experience Contra Dance fun, then Chris Ross and the North take the stage.
Sunday, October 14th, 5-8pm
Feast on the harvest of the season with Chef Troy Mains of the Harraseeket Inn, 2018 Maine Chef of the Year. Enjoy a seated, family-style dinner along with delicious local desserts and drinks. This event is held at the historic Mallet Barn.
Tickets on sale September 4 (Members Only) and September 6 (General Public)
Each of our Farm-to-Table dinner is unique, as we partner with a different chef to feature local foods at the peak of their season, harvested here and at other area farms. What they all have in common is that you can expect a beautiful farm setting, live music, great company, and delicious local food and beverages while benefiting our nonprofit.
Engage in moments of fun and learning with your family through one of our many farm and campground programs led by our educators.
Our new Backyard Gardener Workshop Series is designed for the aspiring small-scale farmer, and is geared towards adults and children alike. Each session offers an in-depth exploration of a specific topic through lectures and hands-on activities, granting you the skills needed to confidently and successfully cultivate your own garden space.
Wolfe’s Neck Center is a beautiful, authentic setting for your wedding ceremony and reception. Casco Bay offers a scenic backdrop for your special day. We have 2018 dates available for our ocean-front wedding field and historic Mallet Barn.
