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SUMMARY:10 Years of Grace Farms | Benefit Sunset Dinner
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to step into a culinary adventure that redefines dining — a mesmerizing journey through the world of color where gastronomy meets art in the most unexpected ways. \n2 – 4 pm: Conversation & Music: A Decade of Grace and Peace | Celebrate 10 Years of Grace Farms with music from world-renowned musicians\, Joshua Bell and Arlen Hlusko\, and a can’t-miss discussion with Grace Farms’ CEO and Founder Sharon Prince\, Chief Strategic Officer and Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher\, and Kazuyo Sejima of SANAA\, the visionary architect behind the River building\, in conversation with Toshihiro Oki\, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor. Registration is separate. \n5 – 6 pm: Reception & Handcrafted Cocktails | Join us around the Pavilion mingling with fellow guests while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views as the golden hour begins. \n6 – 8 pm: Exclusive Sunset Dining Experience | Savor an extraordinary culinary journey prepared by our renowned\, spectacular caterer known for exceptional gastronomic artistry. This special evening brings together remarkable Grace Farms alumni who have shaped our community over the past decade. \n8 – 9 pm: Moonlight Toast in the Plaza | Gather in the Plaza for artisanal desserts and a premium champagne toast to ten years of Grace Farms’ legacy and vision. \n\nTo achieve unprecedented outcomes\, Grace Farms brings together extraordinary leaders and organizations to create unique programs and global initiatives that align with our work in nature\, the arts\, justice\, community\, and faith. \nOver the past ten years\, Grace Farms Foundation has welcomed thousands of visitors and hosted world-class performers\, artists\, and speakers\, fostering a space for contemplation and meaningful dialogue. Guided by our commitment to justice and ethical practices\, we launched the Design for Freedom movement to eliminate forced labor from the building materials supply chain — a bold step toward transforming the industry. Building on this vision\, in 2021\, we created Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a public benefit LLC and certified B Corp\, to share Grace Farms through our ethically and sustainably sourced signature teas and coffees\, while giving back 100% of profits to the Design for Freedom movement. \nAs we celebrate our 10 Year Season\, we reflect on these achievements and look forward to continuing our mission to create more grace and peace in the world. The possibilities remain as vast as our landscape\, and we invite you to be part of the journey.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/10th-anniversary-benefit-sunset-dinner
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee,Architecture
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SUMMARY:The Way of an Athlete | A Workshop with Kerri Walsh Jennings
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Grace Farms for The Way of an Athlete with three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and five-time Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings. \nThis powerful three-part experience is designed for student athletes in every sport\, ages 12+ who want to take their game\, resilience\, and mindset to the next level. \nYou will experience: \n\nAn inspiring keynote from Kerri Walsh Jennings\, sharing how sports shaped her mindset\, character\, and success—both on and off the court\nA Champion’s Mindset Workshop focused on leadership\, resilience\, and peak performance\nAn interactive session on harnessing mindfulness\, self-expression\, and inner strength to fuel personal growth\n\nBring your teammates\, coaches\, and family. Whether you compete in soccer\, basketball\, lacrosse\, volleyball\, swimming\, football—or any sport—you’ll leave inspired with tools to think\, train\, and lead like a champion. \nWe invite teams and groups to share in this experience together! For details and group reservations\, contact groupsales@gracefarms.org. \n\nAthletes ages 12+ are welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult. \n 
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/the-way-of-an-athlete-a-special-workshop-with-kerri-walsh-jennings
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
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SUMMARY:Mocktails
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of crafting and sipping delicious mocktails. Follow Chef Leah’s recipes to create three seasonal beverages from ingredients inspired by Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, while discovering connections between food\, culture\, and community. \nCulinary Experiences with Chef Leah Jones offer educational and interactive explorations of the complex ways in which food intersects with our lives.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/mocktails-2/2025-11-06
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T120000
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CREATED:20250501T182708Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Workshops by Kimberly Kelly | Garlic Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to prepare\, plant\, and care for garlic. Leave with a hand-selected head of garlic to plant this autumn for summer harvest. \nNature Workshops by Kimberly Kelly invite adults of all experience to learn about the various cultural practices that rely on nature\, including flower bouquets\, the impact of seeds\, permaculture\, and holiday décor. \n  \nAbout Kimberly Kelly\n \nGrace Farms Director of Horticulture\, Kimberly Kelly\, brings over 25 years of experience to Grace Farms. During her career\, she has fostered inclusive and meaningful ways to connect the public to the natural world\, through horticulture\, ecology\, and regenerative land-use practices using both formal and informal educational programs. \nKimberly currently serves as member of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Master Gardener Association and is the President of the Board of Director of the International Association of Butterfly Exhibitors and Suppliers. She has also served on local and statewide land-use boards including Inland Wetlands and Water Course Commission and the Connecticut Association of Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission. Kimberly has worked for leading educational and conservation organizations including the University of Connecticut’s (UCONN) Cooperative Extension System where she was a Master Gardener Coordinator and Instructor\, as well as the State Junior Master Gardener Coordinator. She was the Horticultural Director at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) at Goodwin State Forest’s Education and Conservation Center before moving on to the Connecticut Science Center where she was the Horticulture and Butterfly Encounter Manager. Her experience ranges from designing and managing large and small ecological landscapes\, green roof systems\, tropical greenhouses filled with butterflies\, and creating and delivering environmental educational programs for all age groups. \nShe has earned numerous certifications including Pace University’s Land Use Leadership Alliance (LULA) and University of Connecticut’s Advanced Master Gardener certification.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/nature-workshops-kimberly-kelly-garlic-workshop
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T163000
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Gather with friends in the glass-enclosed Pavilion to enjoy a pot of warm tea with an eye-catching assortment of delightful bites presented on a three-tier stand\, that fuse traditional English and Japanese flavors. Inspired by the elegance of English tea service\, this joyful afternoon of good conversation and great flavors is hosted by Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert Frank Kwei.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/afternoon-tea-we-all-build/2025-11-14
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T182632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T155153Z
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SUMMARY:Strength with Ottis Lewis | Move with Grace Farms x lululemon
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your fitness during this dynamic workout focusing on upper body\, lower body\, and core strength! Taught by coach\, trainer\, and motivator Ottis Lewis\, this class incorporates bodyweight and band resistance movements including squats\, pushups\, and mountain climbers. \nRestore and ignite the energy needed to live a more balanced life during monthly movement class series developed in collaboration with local lululemon ambassadors. \nAbout Ottis Lewis\n \n  \nOttis Lewis is a former professional athlete channeling his extensive athletic background into his role as a Personal Trainer\, Sports Performance Coach\, and Life Motivator. Under the banner of PHYT LIFE\, Ottis inspires individuals from diverse backgrounds\, including professional athletes\, collegiate students\, youth fitness enthusiasts\, and working adults seeking a healthy work-life balance. His approach extends beyond physical fitness\, encouraging a positive mental outlook on life. Ottis tailors his coaching to individuals and small groups\, offering specialized expertise in Speed Agility and Quickness (SAQ)\, Strength and Metabolic Conditioning\, Mobility and Balance\, and Sports Specific Performance Training.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/strength-with-ottis-lewis-move-with-grace-farms-x-lululemon
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T204942Z
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Music | Emily Braden
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Sanctuary during to enjoy improvisational performances of seasonal music from local artists\, suited for the whole family. Registration is not required. \nToday’s performance features Emily Braden\, a powerhouse vocalist\, songwriter and lyricist. \nBraden is the winner of New York City’s ‘Best of the Best’ Jazzmobile Vocal Competition and two-time cultural ambassador with the US Embassy’s Arts Envoy Program. Originally from Boise\, Idaho\, Braden is a Harlem- based vocalist\, songwriter and lyricist who effortlessly blends jazz and soul to elevate the tradition and win the hearts of audiences around the world. NYC performances include Birdland Jazz Club\, Blue Note Jazz Club (Groove Series)\, The 55 Bar and Minton’s Playhouse. Her sophomore album Cannon & Sparrow is a celebration of resilience was released Spring 2023. \n \nMusic at Grace Farms\nExperience Grace Farms’ distinctive\, afternoon acoustic music performances in the glass-enclosed Sanctuary\, against the backdrop of 80 acres of natural landscapes. Season highlights include a recital by internationally acclaimed cellist and 19-time GRAMMY® winner Yo-Yo Ma\, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell\, and a special recital by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence and GRAMMY®-winning Canadian cellist Arlen Hlusko.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/seasonal-music-2025/2025-11-28
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Faith,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T150000
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Music | Emily Braden
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Sanctuary during to enjoy improvisational performances of seasonal music from local artists\, suited for the whole family. Registration is not required. \nToday’s performance features Emily Braden\, a powerhouse vocalist\, songwriter and lyricist. \nBraden is the winner of New York City’s ‘Best of the Best’ Jazzmobile Vocal Competition and two-time cultural ambassador with the US Embassy’s Arts Envoy Program. Originally from Boise\, Idaho\, Braden is a Harlem- based vocalist\, songwriter and lyricist who effortlessly blends jazz and soul to elevate the tradition and win the hearts of audiences around the world. NYC performances include Birdland Jazz Club\, Blue Note Jazz Club (Groove Series)\, The 55 Bar and Minton’s Playhouse. Her sophomore album Cannon & Sparrow is a celebration of resilience was released Spring 2023. \n \nMusic at Grace Farms\nExperience Grace Farms’ distinctive\, afternoon acoustic music performances in the glass-enclosed Sanctuary\, against the backdrop of 80 acres of natural landscapes. Season highlights include a recital by internationally acclaimed cellist and 19-time GRAMMY® winner Yo-Yo Ma\, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell\, and a special recital by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence and GRAMMY®-winning Canadian cellist Arlen Hlusko.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/seasonal-music-2025/2025-11-29
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Faith,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250505T003442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T003442Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Yoga and Movement with Pilin Anice
DESCRIPTION:Experience movement and music in the light-filled Court with renowned mindfulness and wellness expert\, Pilin Anice. This special candlelight class aims to inspire tranquility and provide a moment of reflection through a breath-centered yoga practice that incorporates live music. \nThese movement and meditation classes are for ages 18+ up. Accessible for all levels\, no prior yoga or meditation experience is required. Participants may bring their own mats\, towels\, props\, and water.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/candlelight-yoga-and-movement-with-pilin-anice
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250627T174422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T194743Z
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SUMMARY:Gifting for Good
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of giving\, gather with friends\, family\, and fellow community members to assemble care packages. This joyous night offers festive music\, warm tea\, and engaging winter crafts for all ages to enjoy.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/gifting-for-good-5/2025-12-05/1
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Member,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
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SUMMARY:Gifting for Good
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of giving\, gather with friends\, family\, and fellow community members to assemble care packages. This joyous night offers festive music\, warm tea\, and engaging winter crafts for all ages to enjoy.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/gifting-for-good-5/2025-12-05/2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Member,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T181754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T173730Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Decorate delicious winter-inspired cookies with the entire family. Cookies will be provided by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones. \n  \nAbout Chef Leah Jones\n \nLeah Jones brings more than 10 years of food service and culinary experience to her role as Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator. \nShe leads recipe research and development for all baking and pastry programs and is responsible for the daily output of all freshly made baked goods\, including those provided during special events and visits from community or partner organizations. She also hosts food history pop-up talks for daily visitors throughout the week and teaches culinary fundamentals during educational programming throughout the year. Her focus areas include fostering local food sustainability and creating a more sustainable and equitable food system on a local and global scale. She upholds a zero-food waste approach and often partners with the Grace Farms Garden to feature seasonal produce in her confections.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/cookie-decorating-3/2025-12-07/1
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T181754Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Decorate delicious winter-inspired cookies with the entire family. Cookies will be provided by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones. \n  \nAbout Chef Leah Jones\n \nLeah Jones brings more than 10 years of food service and culinary experience to her role as Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator. \nShe leads recipe research and development for all baking and pastry programs and is responsible for the daily output of all freshly made baked goods\, including those provided during special events and visits from community or partner organizations. She also hosts food history pop-up talks for daily visitors throughout the week and teaches culinary fundamentals during educational programming throughout the year. Her focus areas include fostering local food sustainability and creating a more sustainable and equitable food system on a local and global scale. She upholds a zero-food waste approach and often partners with the Grace Farms Garden to feature seasonal produce in her confections.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/cookie-decorating-3/2025-12-07/2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250502T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T182114Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Gather with friends in the glass-enclosed Pavilion to enjoy a pot of warm tea with an eye-catching assortment of delightful bites presented on a three-tier stand\, that fuse traditional English and Japanese flavors. Inspired by the elegance of English tea service\, this joyful afternoon of good conversation and great flavors is hosted by Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert Frank Kwei.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/afternoon-tea-we-all-build/2025-12-12
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T182756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T135210Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Workshops | Holiday Wreath Making
DESCRIPTION:Make a one-of-a-kind holiday wreath from living plants and other natural materials with the Grace Farms Garden Team. \n\nNature Workshops invite adults of all experience to learn about the various cultural practices that rely on nature\, including flower bouquets\, the impact of seeds\, permaculture\, and holiday décor. \nPlease arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop begins. \nAbout Kimberly Kelly\n \nGrace Farms Director of Horticulture\, Kimberly Kelly\, brings over 25 years of experience to Grace Farms. During her career\, she has fostered inclusive and meaningful ways to connect the public to the natural world\, through horticulture\, ecology\, and regenerative land-use practices using both formal and informal educational programs. \nKimberly currently serves as member of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Master Gardener Association and is the President of the Board of Director of the International Association of Butterfly Exhibitors and Suppliers. She has also served on local and statewide land-use boards including Inland Wetlands and Water Course Commission and the Connecticut Association of Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission. Kimberly has worked for leading educational and conservation organizations including the University of Connecticut’s (UCONN) Cooperative Extension System where she was a Master Gardener Coordinator and Instructor\, as well as the State Junior Master Gardener Coordinator. She was the Horticultural Director at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) at Goodwin State Forest’s Education and Conservation Center before moving on to the Connecticut Science Center where she was the Horticulture and Butterfly Encounter Manager. Her experience ranges from designing and managing large and small ecological landscapes\, green roof systems\, tropical greenhouses filled with butterflies\, and creating and delivering environmental educational programs for all age groups. \nShe has earned numerous certifications including Pace University’s Land Use Leadership Alliance (LULA) and University of Connecticut’s Advanced Master Gardener certification.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/nature-workshops-kimberly-kelly-sustainable-holiday-decor
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250702T151711Z
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SUMMARY:Move with Grace Farms x lululemon | Yoga with Jane Krantz
DESCRIPTION:Restore and ignite the energy needed to live a more balanced life during monthly movement class series developed in collaboration with local lululemon ambassador.\n\nThis yoga class centers on moving through transitions with grace and finding stability in order to move with freedom\, awareness\, and expression. Starting with grounding breathwork\, instructor Jane Krantz will guide you through movement that will ignite a little bit of heat and a lot of joy\, ending in a restful savasana.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/move-with-grace-farms-x-lululemon-2-2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T183231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T154805Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga and Movement with Pilin Anice
DESCRIPTION:Experience movement and music in the light-filled Court with renowned mindfulness and wellness expert\, Pilin Anice. This invigorating class takes participants through a breath-centered yoga practice while incorporating live music. \nThese movement and meditation classes are for ages 18+ up. Accessible for all levels\, no prior yoga or meditation experience is required. Participants may bring their own mats\, towels\, props\, and water.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/yoga-and-movement-with-pilin-anice-5/2026-01-03
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250502T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T182114Z
UID:10009213-1768575600-1768581000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Gather with friends in the glass-enclosed Pavilion to enjoy a pot of warm tea with an eye-catching assortment of delightful bites presented on a three-tier stand\, that fuse traditional English and Japanese flavors. Inspired by the elegance of English tea service\, this joyful afternoon of good conversation and great flavors is hosted by Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert Frank Kwei.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/afternoon-tea-we-all-build/2026-01-16
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20260109T131931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T135453Z
UID:10009292-1768645800-1768651200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Move with Grace Farms x lululemon | Yoga with Jane Krantz
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Jane Krantz for a fluid yoga class centered on moving through transitions with grace and finding stability in order to move with freedom\, awareness\, and expression. Starting with grounding breathwork\, Jane will guide you through movement that will ignite a little bit of heat and a lot of joy\, ending in a restful savasana. \nMove with Grace Farms x lululemon is a series of monthly movement classes hosted in partnership with local lululemon ambassadors. These classes\, for all levels of experience\, focus on restoring and igniting the energy needed to live a more balanced life. To enhance the wellness experience\, each class includes a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp\, picked specifically to complement the movement. \n\nAbout Jane Krantz\nJane Krantz founded Afterglow Yoga Studio in 2020 with the intention to create a laid-back space for yoga and wellness. Since opening\, the studio has expanded twice with a wonderful\, ever-growing community of movers. Jane is certified in Vinyasa and Restorative Yoga\, and is currently training for her Katonah Yoga certification. \nBefore diving into yoga\, Jane spent her life studying and embodying movement through dance. She graduated from The Hartt School\, University of Hartford in 2015 with a BFA in Dance Performance\, spending the following years dancing professionally. Most notably\, she performed at the Museo Soumaya in Mexico City; Scotland’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival; and Comedy Central’s “Funny or Die” Tour. Jane currently teaches at her alma mater\, The Hartt School\, where she is a Professor of Jazz Dance and a Choreographer for Hartt’s mainstage productions.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/move-with-grace-farms-x-lululemon-2-3
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T182614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T142015Z
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SUMMARY:Origin Stories | The Empowerment Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join Sahin Pravin\, Head of Retail for the Empowerment Collective\, as she shares insights into the organization’s mission\, ethical production practices\, and impact on women artisans. Following the conversation\, enjoy a curated retail experience featuring the Empowerment Collective. \n  \n \n\nAbout Sahin Pravin \nSahin Pravin plays a vital role at Empowerment Collective by connecting survivor voices with leadership through EC’s circular model. Her lived experience and deep cultural insight guide programs that respond to real community needs. \nShe’s fluent in several regional languages and is a talented singer who channels her passion into music about women’s empowerment. Her creativity\, empathy\, and leadership continue to inspire transformation in the movement to end modern slavery. \n  \n  \nAbout Origin Stories\nOrigin Stories is a series exploring the journeys of visionaries—artists\, business leaders\, designers\, and social entrepreneurs—who have reimagined the world around us. Through candid conversations and immersive retail experiences\, we’ll uncover the pivotal moments that shaped their leadership\, the unexpected outcomes of their work\, and how creativity and purpose can drive meaningful change. This year\, meet Adam Thatcher\, Sahin Pravin\, and Jennifer Stucko in a discussion moderated by Karen Kariuki\, Grace Farms Managing Director\, Strategic Initiatives.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/empowerment-collective-nasreen-sheikh
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Design for Freedom,Justice,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250502T142336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T151504Z
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SUMMARY:Mocktails
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of crafting and sipping delicious mocktails. Follow Chef Leah’s recipes to create three seasonal beverages from ingredients inspired by Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, while discovering connections between food\, culture\, and community. \nCulinary Experiences with Chef Leah Jones offer educational and interactive explorations of the complex ways in which food intersects with our lives.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/mocktails-2/2026-01-29
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250505T172820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T124348Z
UID:10011041-1769796000-1769803200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Humanity in Architecture Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hosted in collaboration with Architecture & Design Film Festival\na weekend of films\, conversations\, and more celebrating architecture’s impact on people and communities\nJoin us for a weekend of films exploring the built environment’s power to enrich our human experience and to remind us of our capacity to create positive change in the world. \nOur opening night premiere of Søren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter will be followed by a conversation with Pihlmann. \nOn Saturday\, enjoy a full day of films and curated activities amplifying our longstanding belief that architecture moves us and inspires us to address the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. \nThis year’s films have been curated by co-Festival Directors Kyle Bergman and Toshihiro Oki. The special partnership between the two organizations is grounded in the spirit of bringing the worlds of films\, architecture and community together in a setting for creating new discussions and outcomes. \nSpecial thanks to New York Botanical Garden. \n\n  \nFilm Schedules\nFriday\, January 30\nSøren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter (6 – 8 pm)\n54 min | Directors: Marc-Christoph Wagner and Simon Weyhe\nFeaturing the premiere of Dancing Trees — a short film about new seating in Grace Farms’ Plaza designed by Kazuyo Sejima & Associates for our 10-Year Celebration — followed by a screening of Søren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter and a conversation about the film with Søren Pihlmann. \nDoors open at 5:30 pm.\nComplimentary shuttle service is available from New Canaan Train Station from 4 – 8 pm.\nAIA & SARA CES 1 LU Approved.  \n  \nSaturday\, January 31\nBawa’s Garden (10:45 am – 12:30 pm)\n89 min | Director: Clara Kraft Isono\nFollowed by a Q&A with Director Clara Kraft Isono\, Sean Anderson\, Associate Professor\, Cornell University Department of Architecture\, and Kyle Bergman\, ADFF Founder and Director \nIf You Build It (11 am – 12:30 pm)\n85 min | Director: Patrick Creadon \nGateways to New York (11:15 am – 12:45 pm)\n88 min | Director: Martin Witz \nJames Hubbell: Between Heaven and Earth (1:15 – 2:30 pm)\n66 min | Directors: Marianne Gerdes & Michael Gerdes\nFollowed by a Q&A with Drew Hubbell\, Architect\, Principal of Hubbell & Hubbell Architects\, and Kyle Bergman\, ADFF Founder and Director \nGreen Over Gray: Emilio Ambasz (1:30 – 2:45 pm)\n55 min | Directors: Francesca Molteni & Mattia Colombo\nFollowed by a Q&A with Todd Forrest\, Vice President for Horticulture and Living Collections at the New York Botanical Garden and Toshihiro Oki\, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor \nIntegral Man (1:45 – 2:50 pm)\n62 min | Director: Joseph Clement \nThe Promise. Architect BV Doshi (3:15 – 4:45 pm)\n90 min | Director: Jan Schmidt-Garre \nBuilding on the Edge (3:30 – 5 pm)\n73 min | Directors: Mike Scalisi & Bruce Borowsky\nFollowed by a Q&A with Erick Sommerfeld\, Director of Graduate Studies at University of Colorado\, Kyle Bergman\, ADFF Founder and Director\, and Toshihiro Oki\, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor \nGlen Murcutt: Spirit of Place (3:45 – 4:45 pm)\n59 min | Director: Catherine Hunter \nBuilding Bastille! The Tangled and Improbable Story of the Opera Bastille (6 – 7:15 pm)\n76 min | Director: Leif Kaldor \nLearn more about these films below. \n  \nPlease purchase a pass for on-site parking on Saturday.\n \nComplimentary off-site parking will be available at Oakridge Commons (600 Oakridge Commons\, South Salem\, NY 10590)\, with continuous shuttle service from 9:45 am to 8 pm. Complimentary shuttle service will also be available from the New Canaan Train Station from 9:45 am to 8 pm.\n \nA limited grab-and-go menu will be available in Grace Farms’ Commons from 10 am to 5:30 pm. \n  \nMore Activities\nFilm Festival attendees are also invited to join the following drop-in activities on Saturday: \nYoga & Movement with Pilin Anice (10:30 – 12 pm)\nExperience movement and music during this breath-centered yoga practice with renowned mindfulness and wellness expert\, Pilin Anice. Accessible for all levels. Participants may bring their own mats\, towels\, props\, and water. \nRest House Design Charrette (1 – 2 pm)\nLearn about the ideas behind the Rest House Project that Grace Farms is developing with Slade Architecture and explore concepts of designing spaces for rest\, gathering\, and wellness. Open to all abilities. AIA & SARA CES 1 LU | HSW Pending\n \nWinter Strolls (12 – 12:30 pm & 2 – 2:30 pm)\nNotice nature as seasons change with a guided winter walk in the landscape at Grace Farms. Connect with the purpose of the ecosystems we inhabit\, the vibrant life that’s a part of it\, and our role in maintaining and adding to it.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/humanity-in-architecture-film-festival-2026
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee,Architecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20260114T194901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T124426Z
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SUMMARY:Humanity in Architecture Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hosted in collaboration with Architecture & Design Film Festival\na weekend of films\, conversations\, and more celebrating architecture’s impact on people and communities\nJoin us for a weekend of films exploring the built environment’s power to enrich our human experience and to remind us of our capacity to create positive change in the world. \nOur opening night premiere of Søren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter will be followed by a conversation with Pihlmann. \nOn Saturday\, enjoy a full day of films and curated activities amplifying our longstanding belief that architecture moves us and inspires us to address the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. \nThis year’s films have been curated by co-Festival Directors Kyle Bergman and Toshihiro Oki. The special partnership between the two organizations is grounded in the spirit of bringing the worlds of films\, architecture and community together in a setting for creating new discussions and outcomes. \nTransportation\nShuttles to and from the New Canaan Metro North station will be available for film festival ticket holders. \nSpecial thanks to New York Botanical Garden. \n\n  \nFilm Schedules\nFriday\, January 30\nSøren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter (6 – 8 pm)\n54 min | Directors: Marc-Christoph Wagner and Simon Weyhe\nFeaturing the premiere of Dancing Trees — a short film about new seating in Grace Farms’ Plaza designed by Kazuyo Sejima & Associates for our 10-Year Celebration — followed by a screening of Søren Pihlmann: Make Materials Matter and a conversation about the film with Søren Pihlmann.  \nAIA & SARA CES 1 LU Approved. \n  \nSaturday\, January 31\nBawa’s Garden (10:45 am – 12:30 pm)\n89 min | Director: Clara Kraft Isono\nFollowed by a Q&A with Director Clara Kraft Isono\, Sean Anderson\, Associate Professor\, Cornell University Department of Architecture\, and Kyle Bergman\, ADFF Founder and Director \nIf You Build It (11 am – 12:30 pm)\n85 min | Director: Patrick Creadon \nGateways to New York (11:15 am – 12:45 pm)\n88 min | Director: Martin Witz \nJames Hubbell: Between Heaven and Earth (1:15 – 2:30 pm)\n66 min | Directors: Marianne Gerdes & Michael Gerdes\nFollowed by a Q&A with Drew Hubbell\, Architect\, Principal of Hubbell & Hubbell Architects\, and Kyle Bergman\, ADFF Founder and Director \nGreen Over Gray: Emilio Ambasz (1:30 – 2:45 pm)\n55 min | Directors: Francesca Molteni & Mattia Colombo\nFollowed by a Q&A with Todd Forrest\, Vice President for Horticulture and Living Collections at the New York Botanical Garden and Toshihiro Oki\, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor \nIntegral Man (1:45 – 2:50 pm)\n62 min | Director: Joseph Clement \nThe Promise. Architect BV Doshi (3:15 – 4:45 pm)\n90 min | Director: Jan Schmidt-Garre \nBuilding on the Edge (3:30 – 5 pm)\n73 min | Directors: Mike Scalisi & Bruce Borowsky\nFollowed by a Q&A with Erick Sommerfeld\, Director of Graduate Studies at University of Colorado\, Kyle Bergman\, ADFF Founder and Director\, and Toshihiro Oki\, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor \nGlen Murcutt: Spirit of Place (3:45 – 4:45 pm)\n59 min | Director: Catherine Hunter \nBuilding Bastille! The Tangled and Improbable Story of the Opera Bastille (6 – 7:15 pm)\n76 min | Director: Leif Kaldor \nLearn more about these films below. \n  \nMore Activities\nFilm Festival attendees are also invited to join the following drop-in activities on Saturday: \nYoga & Movement with Pilin Anice (10:30 – 12 pm)\nExperience movement and music during this breath-centered yoga practice with renowned mindfulness and wellness expert\, Pilin Anice. Accessible for all levels. Participants may bring their own mats\, towels\, props\, and water. \nRest House Design Charrette (1 – 2 pm)\nLearn about the ideas behind the Rest House Project that Grace Farms is developing with Slade Architecture and explore concepts of designing spaces for rest\, gathering\, and wellness. Open to all abilities. AIA & SARA CES 1 LU | HSW Pending\n \nWinter Strolls (12 – 12:30 pm & 2 – 2:30 pm)\nNotice nature as seasons change with a guided winter walk in the landscape at Grace Farms. Connect with the purpose of the ecosystems we inhabit\, the vibrant life that’s a part of it\, and our role in maintaining and adding to it.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/humanity-in-architecture-film-festival-2026-2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee,Architecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T182729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T194143Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Workshops by Kimberly Kelly | Seed Starting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the importance of saving\, using\, and exchanging your own seeds\, as well as tips for optimal seed selection\, equipment\, timing\, soil blocks\, and more. \nNature Workshops by Kimberly Kelly invite adults of all experience to learn about the various cultural practices that rely on nature\, including flower bouquets\, the impact of seeds\, permaculture\, and holiday décor. \n  \nAbout Kimberly Kelly\n \nGrace Farms Director of Horticulture\, Kimberly Kelly\, brings over 25 years of experience to Grace Farms. During her career\, she has fostered inclusive and meaningful ways to connect the public to the natural world\, through horticulture\, ecology\, and regenerative land-use practices using both formal and informal educational programs. \nKimberly currently serves as member of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Master Gardener Association and is the President of the Board of Director of the International Association of Butterfly Exhibitors and Suppliers. She has also served on local and statewide land-use boards including Inland Wetlands and Water Course Commission and the Connecticut Association of Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission. Kimberly has worked for leading educational and conservation organizations including the University of Connecticut’s (UCONN) Cooperative Extension System where she was a Master Gardener Coordinator and Instructor\, as well as the State Junior Master Gardener Coordinator. She was the Horticultural Director at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) at Goodwin State Forest’s Education and Conservation Center before moving on to the Connecticut Science Center where she was the Horticulture and Butterfly Encounter Manager. Her experience ranges from designing and managing large and small ecological landscapes\, green roof systems\, tropical greenhouses filled with butterflies\, and creating and delivering environmental educational programs for all age groups. \nShe has earned numerous certifications including Pace University’s Land Use Leadership Alliance (LULA) and University of Connecticut’s Advanced Master Gardener certification.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/nature-workshops-kimberly-kelly-seed-starting
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T141500
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250505T164722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T195806Z
UID:10009337-1770469200-1770473700@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Life Worth Living Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Begin your Grace Farms Lecture experience with a special workshop\, led by Drew Collins\, Associate Research Scholar from the Yale Center for Faith & Culture\, inviting participants to reflect deeply on what makes life truly worth living\, designed to complement Miroslav Volf‘s lecture. \nFollowing the workshop\, join us for a Grace Farms Lecture delivered by Miroslav Volf\, one of the most significant theologians of our time. Register
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/workshop-life-worth-living
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T185048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T135603Z
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SUMMARY:Grace Farms Lectures with Concert | Dr. Miroslav Volf
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Miroslav Volf\, one of the most significant religious thinkers of our time\, as he creates the opportunity to pause and consider one key aspect of a life that is worthy of our humanity: the practice of forgiveness. \nHe will show why we cannot dispense with it in our conflict-ridden world\, how systems of interaction on which we depend falter when forgiveness is absent\, and how we ourselves are diminished without it. Why is forgiveness at once so hard and one of the most creative and hopeful things we humans are capable of doing? \nVolf is the author of more than 20 books\, including Exclusion & Embrace — which was named one of the best 100 religious books of the twentieth century. \nHis talk will be followed by a moving chamber music concert featuring some of today’s most celebrated musicians: Adrian Anantawan & Lun Li\, violins; Celia Hatton\, viola; and Arlen Hlusko\, cello. This string quartet will perform a musical program responding to Volf’s body of work\, with pieces deeply rooted in spirituality. The program is curated by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence\, Arlen Hlusko.  \n\nSchedule: \n3 – 3:45 pm\nDr. Miroslav Volf delivers Grace Farms Lecture \n3:45 – 4 pm\nTea & Coffee Break \n4 – 5 pm\nChamber Music Performance \n\nBegin your Grace Farms Lecture experience with a Life Worth Living Workshop\, led by Drew Collins\, Associate Research Scholar from the Yale Center for Faith & Culture\, from 1 – 2:30 pm on Saturday\, February 7th. Register separately. \n  \nAbout Dr. Miroslav Volf\n \nProfessor Volf is the founding Director of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture. His books include Exclusion and Embrace: A Theological Exploration of Identity\, Otherness\, and Reconciliation (1996; revised edition\, 2019)\, winner of the Grawemeyer Award in Religion and named one of Christianity Today’s 100 most important religious books of the 20th Century; Flourishing: Why We Need Religion in a Globalized World (2016); The Home of God: A Brief Story of Everything (2022)\, co-authored with Ryan McAnnally-Linz; and\, most recently\, co-authored with Matthew Croasmun and Ryan McAnnally-Linz\, Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most (2023). \nA member of the Episcopal Church in the U.S.A. and the Evangelical Church in Croatia\, Professor Volf has been involved in international ecumenical dialogues (for instance\, with the Vatican’s Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity) and interfaith dialogues (including the Muslim and Christian “A Common Word” initiative)\, as well as a participant in the Global Agenda Council on Values of the World Economic Forum. A native of Croatia\, he regularly teaches and lectures in Central and Eastern Europe\, Asia\, and across North America. Amongst his many invited lectureships\, he has given the Dudleian Lecture at Harvard University; the Chavasse Lectures at Oxford University; the Waldenstroem Lectures at Stockholm School of Theology; the Gray Lectures at Duke University; the Stob Lectures at Calvin University; and the Cadbury Lectures at the University of Birmingham. In May 2025\, he will deliver the Gifford Lectures in Aberdeen\, UK. \n  \n\nabout the musicians\n\n								\n									\n								\n								Sharon Prince\, Grace Farms CEO & Founder\, and Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of SANAA
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-lectures-miroslav-volf
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250502T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T182114Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea
DESCRIPTION:Gather with friends in the glass-enclosed Pavilion to enjoy a pot of warm tea with an eye-catching assortment of delightful bites presented on a three-tier stand\, that fuse traditional English and Japanese flavors. Inspired by the elegance of English tea service\, this joyful afternoon of good conversation and great flavors is hosted by Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert Frank Kwei.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/afternoon-tea-we-all-build/2026-02-13
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20260113T194144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194145Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:This Winter Passport Week\, decorate delicious winter-inspired cookies with the entire family. Cookies will be provided by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones. \n  \nAbout Chef Leah Jones\n \nLeah Jones brings more than 10 years of food service and culinary experience to her role as Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator. \nShe leads recipe research and development for all baking and pastry programs and is responsible for the daily output of all freshly made baked goods\, including those provided during special events and visits from community or partner organizations. She also hosts food history pop-up talks for daily visitors throughout the week and teaches culinary fundamentals during educational programming throughout the year. Her focus areas include fostering local food sustainability and creating a more sustainable and equitable food system on a local and global scale. She upholds a zero-food waste approach and often partners with the Grace Farms Community Garden to feature seasonal produce in her confections.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/cookie-decorating-4-2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Children & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250501T181759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194425Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:This Winter Passport Week\, decorate delicious winter-inspired cookies with the entire family. Cookies will be provided by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones. \n  \nAbout Chef Leah Jones\n \nLeah Jones brings more than 10 years of food service and culinary experience to her role as Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator. \nShe leads recipe research and development for all baking and pastry programs and is responsible for the daily output of all freshly made baked goods\, including those provided during special events and visits from community or partner organizations. She also hosts food history pop-up talks for daily visitors throughout the week and teaches culinary fundamentals during educational programming throughout the year. Her focus areas include fostering local food sustainability and creating a more sustainable and equitable food system on a local and global scale. She upholds a zero-food waste approach and often partners with the Grace Farms Community Garden to feature seasonal produce in her confections.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/cookie-decorating-4
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Children & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165454
CREATED:20250701T150536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T164419Z
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SUMMARY:Polar Bear Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join the Polar Bear Picnic\, and have breakfast for dinner! \nAfter enjoying a meal provided by Grace Farms’ culinary team\, take part in winter-inspired crafts and games. \nMenu: \n\nFrench Toast Casserole (vg)\nScrambled Eggs (vg) (gf)\nHome Fries (vg) (gf)\nCrispy Bacon (gf)\nFresh Fruit Salad (v) (vg) (gf) \n(v) = vegan | (vg) = vegetarian | (gf) = gluten free \n\n 
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/polar-bear-picnic-2026
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Children & Families
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