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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-5/2025-10-04
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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SUMMARY:Grace Farms 10 Year Celebration | Encounter\, Experience\, and Explore
DESCRIPTION:Join us for unforgettable moments and joy for all ages! Surrounded by scenic fall landscapes\, enjoy live music\, a special coffee tasting\, art experiences\, and more\, while welcoming a season of programming centered around the theme\, We all build. \nEncounter new handmade seating in the Plaza\, designed by Kazuyo Sejima & Associates; ParaPosition; Grace Farms’ first permanent sculpture by acclaimed artist Alicja Kwade; new painted portrait by artist Hannah Rose Thomas\, PhD; new permanent photographic work\, “Haida Gwaii\,” for the Grace Farms Library by James Florio; a guided coffee experience led by Ibu Rahmah\, chairwoman of the female-led coffee cooperative Ketiara\, who is visiting us from Sumatra; and the next edition of our With Every Fiber exhibiton \nExperience classical music performed by a string sextet featuring world-renowned musicians\, violinists Diana Cohen & Livia Sohn\, violists Ramón Carrero-Martínez & Mario Gotoh\, and cellists Frankie Carr & Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence Arlen Hlusko; a conversation with James Florio and architect Toshihiro Oki at 11 am; and an inspiring conversation about natural pigments with Hannah Rose Thomas\, PhD at 12 pm \nExplore expansive fall vistas and the inspiring architecture and landscape of Grace Farms during pop-up talks\, while enjoying freshly baked Grace Farms pastries\, catered lunch options\, and handcrafted ice cream created with Grace Farms Tea flavors \n\nFrom 2 – 4 pm\, Conversation & Music | A Decade of Grace and Peace will feature Grace Farms CEO and Founder Sharon Prince\, Chief Strategic Officer and Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher\, and Kazuyo Sejima of SANAA\, in conversation with Toshihiro Oki; Featured performance by GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell; and Cellist and Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence\, Arlen Hlusko. Register.  \nA special 10 Year Benefit Sunset Dinner with special guests will close the evening. Benefit dinner tickets include admission to the 2 – 4 pm program. \n  \n\nKnow Before You Go\nComplimentary shuttles will be available from the New Canaan Train Station. For more information on parking\, food and beverages\, and more visit our Know Before You Go page. Please note: All bags\, including purses\, backpacks\, baby bags\, etc. are subject to search.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-10th-anniversary-celebration-encounter-experience-explore
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Member,Tea & Coffee,Children & Families,Architecture
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SUMMARY:10 Year Celebration featuring Sharon Prince\, Chelsea Thatcher\, Kazuyo Sejima of SANAA\, and Joshua Bell\, violinist
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate a transformative Decade of Grace and Peace at Grace Farms with music commemorating the moment from world-renowned musicians\, 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 in conversation with Toshihiro Oki\, Grace Farms Architecture Advisor. \nOver the past 10 years\, Grace Farms has made a meaningful impact\, both locally and worldwide. Imagined and realized as a new kind of public place\, Grace Farms welcomes visitors from across the world to encounter world-class performers\, artists\, and speakers\, together fostering a space for contemplation and meaningful dialogue. \nSince our opening\, we have continued to create new outcomes and deliver measurable impact. We launched the groundbreaking Design for Freedom movement to eliminate forced and child labor from the global building materials supply chain. We also created Grace Farms Tea & Coffee as a public benefit LLC\, 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. \nThis anniversary is more than a milestone—it is a moment of momentum\, a time to honor what we’ve built together as a local and global community. \n  \nConversation & Music | A Decade of Grace and Peace\n2 – 4 pm \nJoin us for a special afternoon* as we celebrate ten years of Grace Farms\, featuring: \n\n\n\nGrace Farms CEO and Founder Sharon Prince\, Chief Strategic Officer and Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher\, and Kazuyo Sejima of SANAA\, in conversation with Toshihiro Oki\nFeatured performance by GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell\, and Peter Dugan\, pianist and host of NPR’s From the Top \nCellist and Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence\, Arlen Hlusko\n\n\n\nA special 10 Year Benefit Sunset Dinner will follow the program. \n  \n*2 – 4 pm program admission is included with a ticket to the 10 Year Benefit Sunset Dinner \n  \n\nKnow Before You Go\nComplimentary shuttles will be available from the New Canaan Train Station. For more information on parking\, food and beverages\, and more visit our Know Before You Go page. Please note: All bags\, including purses\, backpacks\, baby bags\, etc. are subject to search.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-10th-anniversary-celebration-conversation-music
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Member,Tea & Coffee,Children & Families,Architecture
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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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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:20251108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T143000
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SUMMARY:Rest House Project | Slade Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Grace Farms is developing the Rest House Project with Slade Architecture\, and invites the public to a series of Workshops to share the ideas behind the Rest House structure. Each Workshop which will explore concepts of designing spaces for rest\, gathering\, and wellness\, is open to all abilities. These starting points will serve as way to engage in the practice of design for social good\, and offers an opportunity to think through concepts that are part of the Design for Freedom movement. Experience the exploration and satisfaction of facing a design challenge first-hand. \nSlade Architecture and Grace Farms will also offer special workshops designed to complement Sharon Prince’s Grace Farms Lecture (January 10)\, the Humanity in Architecture Film Festival (January 31)\, and the Design for Freedom Summit (March 26). \n  \nAbout the Rest House Project\n\nThe Grace Farms Rest House Project aims to provide tea and coffee farmers worldwide with ethically designed\, sustainably built rest houses that offer safety\, respite\, and community spaces. By leveraging open-source design principles\, this initiative seeks to create globally adaptable solutions that uphold and demonstrate Design for Freedom principles.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/rest-house-project-workshop-launch
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Design for Freedom,Tea & Coffee,Architecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T150000
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
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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:20251119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
CREATED:20250501T181411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T181411Z
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SUMMARY:Journey into the World of Tea | Black Teas
DESCRIPTION:Explore the distinctions between major black teas and taste notable varietals\, including examples of Darjeeling\, Assam\, Ceylon\, Keemun\, and Yunnan teas. \nLed by Tea Expert Frank Kwei\, this tranquil and in-depth exploration of tea offers guests a taste of notable varietals from cultures around the world\, with demonstrations and more. \n  \nAbout Frank Kwei\nFrank currently serves in the role of Tea Expert and Educator focusing on special projects and tea programs at Grace Farms. He has been with Grace Farms Foundation since its inception\, starting as the Director of Hospitality where he served as a welcoming ambassador for Grace Farms. In that role\, he often provided a first introduction to Grace Farms and its work by pausing over tea in the Pavilion\, a reflective space in the River building with 360-degree views of natural landscapes. \nIn his current role\, Frank is Grace Farms’ resident Tea Expert\, where he welcomes the public with a simple cup of tea and invites them into a deeper appreciation of the intentionality of SANAA’s architecture and the impact of the Foundation’s work to advance good in the world. \nBefore joining Grace Farms\, Frank co-founded and managed a boutique tea company based in Brooklyn\, New York\, and spent several years focused on the sourcing and supply chains for tea ingredients. Frank has brought that experience to the Foundation’s work on ethical and sustainable supply chains across sectors\, including tea\, coffee\, food\, and architecture. Frank hosts a wide variety of tea education programs on the vast world of tea\, its history\, and on the ethical and sustainable production of tea and coffee. This serves as a critical entry point to educating people about ethical and sustainable supply chains in other fields.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/journey-into-the-world-of-tea-black-teas/2025-11-19
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Design for Freedom,Justice,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T170000
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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:20251212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
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:20251213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T163000
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CREATED:20250623T163441Z
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SUMMARY:Music at Grace Farms | Broadway Inspirational Voices Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Broadway Inspirational Voices returns to Grace Farms with a site-responsive program that connects us with the presence of the human voice to inspire the audience toward joy. The one-hour program features a holiday repertoire developed for Grace Farms by Connecticut native Allen René Louis\, Broadway Inspirational Voices Artistic Director and GRAMMY®-nominated Creative Director and Producer. \n60 minute performance. No intermission. Doors open at 1 pm. \nTickets include entry to the Grace Farms Holiday Market\, a special pop-up featuring a curated selection of meaningful gifts that give back. Browse art sets\, toys and treats\, cozy mugs\, teas and coffees\, inspiring books\, and Grace Farms favorites like notecards and memberships. Discover handmade ornaments and embroidered works by Nasreen Sheikh and the Empowerment Collective\, supporting dignified work for women artisans worldwide. \n  \nAbout Broadway Inspirational Voices\nBroadway Inspirational Voices is a diverse choir and service organization powered by Broadway artists using music to inspire hope and change lives. \nIn 1994 more than 32\,000 people died from AIDS or AIDS-related complications in the U.S. Many of those deaths came from within the Broadway community. As Broadway grappled with the loss of an entire generation of artists\, Tony and Grammy-nominated Michael McElroy (founder of the Broadway Inspirational Voices) saw in the community a profound need for hope\, unity\, and inspiration. He envisioned an organization where professional artists would come together and volunteer their gift to provide comfort\, joy\, and the promise of a better day–and as a result\, The Broadway Gospel Choir was born. This magical synergy of authentic Gospel soul and Broadway bravura was re-imagined as the Broadway Inspirational Voices in 1999 and they have been the theatre community’s center of support and celebration ever since. In 2019\, The Tony Awards Administration Committee presented the Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to four outstanding contributors to the Broadway industry\, and Broadway Inspirational Voices was a recipient. The Tony Honor was a resounding endorsement of Broadway Inspirational Voices’s enduring work and impact and in celebration of 25 years of service. In 2020\, McElroy hand picked composer/singer Allen René Louis to become the new Artistic Director for Broadway Inspirational Voices. Broadway Inspirational Voices’s diverse membership has represented over 140 Broadway shows since its inception. \n  \nKnow Before You Go\nPlease review the day-of details below to help you plan your visit: \n \n  \nMusic at Grace Farms\nExperience Grace Farms’ distinctive\, daylit 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. \n  \nPre-Reception Menu\nDuring the Pre-Reception\, guests will enjoy \n\nTorched Apple Bruschetta with Fig\, Brie & Balsamic Reduction\nMini Latke with Apple Chutney & Crème Fraîche\nGoat Cheese Croquette with Spicy Quince Paste\nPortobello Risotto Arancini with Truffle Aioli\nAlaskan Salmon Cake with Lemon Caper Aioli\nDairy-free\, seasonal treats\n\nBeverages: \n\nChampagne\nHoliday Inspired Cocktail/Mocktail\nAssorted Tea Display\nBasic Beverage Service (coffee and water)\nCider\n\n  \nParking Information\nOn-site parking is reserved for our Pre-Reception ticetholders. Complimentary off-site parking will be provided at Oakridge Commons (600 Oakridge Commons South Salem\, NY\, 10590)\, with continuous shuttle service to and from Grace Farms beginning at 12:30 pm. \nComplimentary shuttles will also run from the New Canaan Train Station starting at 12:30 pm. \n  \nPlease note: Grace Farms will be closed on Saturday\, December 13th\, only accessible to ticketholders. The Commons will be closed except for Pre-Reception ticketholders.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/music-at-grace-farms-broadway-inspirational-voices
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Arts,Faith,Tea & Coffee,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T163000
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SUMMARY:Journey Into the World of Tea | Eastern and Western Tea Culture & Practices
DESCRIPTION:The experience of drinking tea varies vastly from culture to culture. For some\, preparing and drinking tea is part of a ritual rooted in ancient tradition. For others\, it’s a nourishing beverage perfect for sipping while on-the-go. \nJoin Tea Expert Frank Kwei for a deep dive into the differences between Eastern and Western tea culture and practice. As you taste a range of tea varietals from across the globe\, learn about the tea itself\, the distinct wares in which it’s served\, how it’s presented\, and more. \nJourney Into the World of Tea is a tranquil and in-depth exploration of tea offering guests a taste of different notable varietals from cultures around the world\, examples of demonstrations\, and more. \nAbout Frank Kwei\nFrank Kwei welcomes the public with a simple cup of tea and invites them into a deeper appreciation of the intentionality of SANAA’s architecture and the impact of the Foundation’s work to advance good in the world. Before joining Grace Farms\, Frank co-founded and managed a boutique tea company based in Brooklyn\, New York\, and spent several years focused on the sourcing and supply chains for tea ingredients. Frank has brought that experience to the Foundation’s work on ethical and sustainable supply chains across sectors\, including tea\, coffee\, food\, and architecture.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/journey-into-the-world-of-tea-eastern-and-western-tea-culture-practices-june-25/2025-12-17
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T120000
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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:20260421T092640
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
CREATED:20250505T001225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T154800Z
UID:10009273-1768051800-1768055400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Rest House Project Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Begin your Grace Farms Lectures experience with a Rest House Project Workshop\, led by Slade Architecture. \nGrace Farms is collaborating with Slade Architecture to develop the Rest House Project and invites the public to join a series of workshops that share the ideas shaping this innovative structure. Each Rest House Workshop will explore concepts of designing spaces for rest\, gathering\, and wellness\, and is open to all abilities. These starting points will serve as a way to engage in the practice of design for social good and offer an opportunity to reflect on principles that are central to the Design for Freedom movement. Experience the exploration and satisfaction of facing a design challenge first-hand. \nToday’s Grace Farms Lecture will be delivered by Grace Farms CEO & Founder\, Sharon Prince. Register. \n  \nAIA & SARA CES 1 LU | HSW Approved
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/workshop-rest-house-project
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Design for Freedom,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
CREATED:20250501T185415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T141717Z
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SUMMARY:Grace Farms Lectures with Concert | Sharon Prince
DESCRIPTION:join us for an unforgettable talk & chamber music concert\nWhat does it take to build a more equitable world? \nJoin Sharon Prince\, CEO and Founder of Grace Farms\, for an unforgettable chamber music concert and talk exploring the role each of us can play in building a better\, more just world. Prince will share her remarkable journey of creating a boundary-defying environment that actively drives humanitarian outcomes and reshapes our approach to global challenges\, including forced labor in the building materials supply chain. Her thesis has already begun to redefine how we think about architecture’s role in creating a more just and equitable world. \nFollowing the talk\, experience a one-of-a-kind chamber music concert with 13 celebrated musicians including MacArthur Fellows\, GRAMMY nominees\, Avery Fisher career grant recipients\, and Sphinx Medal of Excellence recipients: Jennifer Frautschi\, Vijay Gupta\, Blake Pouliot & Michelle Ross\, violins; Ayane Kozasa & Melissa Reardon\, violas; Gabriel Cabezas & Arlen Hlusko\, cellos; Anthony Manzo\, bass; Pallavi Mahidhara\, piano; Emi Ferguson\, flute; Yoonah Kim\, clarinet; and Gina Cuffari\, bassoon. \nInspired by Prince’s humanitarian work and career\, this 60-minute musical program features visionary composers—most of them American—who have expanded the ideas of what’s possible. This program is curated by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence Arlen Hlusko. \nAIA & SARA CES 1 LU | HSW Approved \n\nComplimentary shuttle service will operate between the New Canaan Train Station and Grace Farms from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm on Saturday\, January 10.\n  \n\nSchedule: \n3 – 3:45 pm\nSharon Prince 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 Rest House Project Workshop\, led by Slade Architecture from 1:30 – 2:30 pm on Saturday\, January 10th. Register separately. \n  \nAbout Sharon Prince\n \nSharon Prince is the CEO and Founder of Grace Farms\, a new kind of boundary-defying public space that advances good locally and globally. Prince commissioned Pritzker Prize-winning SANAA architects Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa to design Grace Farms\, which has become widely known as a global humanitarian and cultural center located in New Canaan\, Connecticut. \nGrace Farms is the platform for the Foundation and its interdisciplinary humanitarian mission to pursue peace through nature\, arts\, justice\, community\, faith\, and Design for Freedom\, a global new movement to eliminate forced labor from the building materials supply chain. The open\, porous architecture of the River building at Grace Farms is embedded into 80 acres of natural biodiverse landscapes. \nThe building\, designed to break down barriers between people and sectors\, invites all to pause and reflect\, while also encouraging engagement with Grace Farms’ work\, including advancing gender and racial equity\, all of which leads to creating new outcomes. \nSince opening\, Grace Farms has garnered numerous prestigious awards for contributions to architecture\, environmental sustainability\, and social good\, including the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and the Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize. \nGrace Farms is pioneering a new form of philanthropic capitalism with a non-profit owned certified B Corp. Prince is the Co-Founder of Grace Farms Tea & Coffee which offers coffees and teas that demonstrate what the Foundation advocates for: ethical and sustainable supply chains. 100% of the profits from Grace Farms Foods supports the Design for Freedom movement to eliminate forced labor from the building materials supply chain. Learn more about Sharon Prince.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-lectures-sharon-prince
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Design for Freedom,Arts,Tea & Coffee,Architecture,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
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/2026-01-16
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:20260421T092640
CREATED:20260109T131931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T135453Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
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:20260421T092640
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:20260421T092640
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:20260421T092640
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T141500
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
CREATED:20250505T164722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T195806Z
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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:20260421T092640
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
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
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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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SUMMARY:Move with Grace Farms x lululemon | Strength for Runners with Brittany Battis
DESCRIPTION:Join Lululemon Running Ambassador and Coach Brittany Battis for a full body strength class for runners! Start with a dynamic warm up and stretch followed by a full body workout targeting muscle groups that will help you become a stronger and more powerful runner. Afterwards\, sip tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee with Battis\, who will lead a myth-busting discussion about running that offers tips for beginning runners\, proper nutrition for runners\, and more. \nThis class is open to all levels of fitness as well as beginner or advanced runners. \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. \nAbout Brittany Battis\nBrittany Battis is a nurse\, athlete\, and certified Running Coach. Her running resume includes a marathon personal best of 2 hours and 59 minutes and 17 minutes 59 seconds in the 5k. Brittany works with athletes ranging from beginner walk/runners to experienced marathoners. She provides 1:1 customized coaching built to each individual’s needs\, history\, skill level and goals and strives to not only uplift and inspire her athletes to go the distance but also guide their training in a smart\, strategic and fun way. She wears many hats as a running coach and most would say she is also a cheerleader\, friend\, mentor\, and your number one fan.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/move-with-grace-farms-x-lululemon-2-6-2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T150000
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SUMMARY:Journey into the World of Tea | White and Green Teas
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Pavilion to explore and taste the differences between the white and green teas. \nLed by Tea Expert Frank Kwei\, this tranquil and in-depth exploration of tea offers guests a taste of notable varietals from cultures around the world\, with demonstrations and more. \n  \nAbout Frank Kwei\nFrank currently serves in the role of Tea Expert and Educator focusing on special projects and tea programs at Grace Farms. He has been with Grace Farms Foundation since its inception\, starting as the Director of Hospitality where he served as a welcoming ambassador for Grace Farms. In that role\, he often provided a first introduction to Grace Farms and its work by pausing over tea in the Pavilion\, a reflective space in the River building with 360-degree views of natural landscapes. \nIn his current role\, Frank is Grace Farms’ resident Tea Expert\, where he welcomes the public with a simple cup of tea and invites them into a deeper appreciation of the intentionality of SANAA’s architecture and the impact of the Foundation’s work to advance good in the world. \nBefore joining Grace Farms\, Frank co-founded and managed a boutique tea company based in Brooklyn\, New York\, and spent several years focused on the sourcing and supply chains for tea ingredients. Frank has brought that experience to the Foundation’s work on ethical and sustainable supply chains across sectors\, including tea\, coffee\, food\, and architecture. Frank hosts a wide variety of tea education programs on the vast world of tea\, its history\, and on the ethical and sustainable production of tea and coffee. This serves as a critical entry point to educating people about ethical and sustainable supply chains in other fields.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/journey-into-the-world-of-tea-white-and-green-teas-2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
CREATED:20250701T151606Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Permaculture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Begin your Grace Farms Lecture experience with a Nature Workshop\, led by Grace Farms’ Director of Horticulture Kimberly Kelly designed to complement Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer‘s lecture. \nExplore the basics of permaculture\, with a focus on rain gardens and bioswales\, and how you can apply the learnings in your own landscape.\n\nFollowing the workshop\, join us for a Grace Farms Lecture delivered by Robin Wall Kimmerer\, a writer of “rare grace” that offers powerful and poetic explorations of how human beings connect with nature and one another. Register
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/workshop-nature
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Community,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092640
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SUMMARY:Grace Farms Lectures with Concert | Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer
DESCRIPTION:This program is sold out. \nPlease note: On-site parking is limited. Once capacity is reached\, visitors will be directed to Oakridge Commons\, a nearby lot offering complimentary parking and shuttle service to Grace Farms. Shuttle service will also be available from the New Canaan Train Station. If you have accessibility needs or would like assistance planning your visit\, please contact us at info@gracefarms.org.  \nTickets for Grace Farms events are available exclusively through gracefarms.org. Grace Farms does not authorize the sale or resale of tickets through any third-party websites or vendors. Tickets purchased elsewhere are not guaranteed to be valid and may be refused entry. \n\n  \nJoin Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer\, a writer of “rare grace\,” for her talk\, “What does the earth ask of us?” \nKimmerer weaves together indigenous wisdom\, science\, and profound spiritual insight to reimagine our connection to the living world. Drawing from her background as both a botanist and a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation\, Kimmerer invites all of us to understand ecological systems with gratitude\, mutual respect\, and interconnectedness\, allowing us to recognize the entire natural world as worthy of care. \nHer talk will be followed by a chamber music concert performed by a flute quartet featuring Alex Sopp\, flute; Simone Porter & Owen Dalby\, violins; Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt\, viola; and Arlen Hlusko\, cello. In response to Kimmerer’s work\, this musical program\, curated by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence Arlen Hlusko\, features composers who often derive musical inspiration from their relationships with nature. \n\nSchedule: \n3 – 3:45 pm\nDr. Robin Wall Kimmerer delivers Grace Farms Lecture \n3:45 – 4 pm\nIntermission \n4 – 5 pm\nChamber Music Performance \n\nBegin your Grace Farms Lecture experience with a Permaculture Workshop\, led by Grace Farms’ Director of Horticulture Kimberly Kelly from 1:30 – 2:30 pm on Saturday\, March 7th. Register separately. \n  \nPlease note: On-site parking is limited. Once capacity is reached\, visitors will be directed to Oakridge Commons\, a nearby lot offering complimentary parking and shuttle service to Grace Farms. Shuttle service will also be available from the New Canaan Train Station. If you have accessibility needs or would like assistance planning your visit\, please contact us at info@gracefarms.org.  \n\n  \n\nAbout Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer\n \nRobin Wall Kimmerer is a mother\, scientist\, decorated professor\, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. She is the author of The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World\, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom\, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants and Gathering Moss: A Natural and Cultural History of Mosses. She lives in Syracuse\, New York\, where she is a SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Environmental Biology\, and the founder and director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-lectures-robin-wall-kimmerer
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Design for Freedom,Arts,Faith,Justice,Tea & Coffee
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