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SUMMARY:Amazing Butterflies Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Navigate the extraordinary metamorphosis of butterflies through an interactive indoor maze and traveling exhibit in Grace Farms’ Court\, created by The Natural History Museum in London in collaboration with Minotaur Mazes. Adventure through the leaves\, learn how to move like caterpillar\, discover an ant that reaps the reward of an unusual friendship\, then transform into a butterfly and take flight! \nDon’t miss this summer experience! \nGrace Farms is a celebrated Monarch Waystation\, a place that provides monarch butterflies the resources they need to survive and reproduce. Enjoy additional programming all summer that will enhance your connection to butterflies and other winged wonders\, including summer picnics\, Caterpillar Compass\, Magnifying Small Wonders\, Open Arts Studio\, Walk with Dragonflies\, and Look at Butterfly Life. \nPlease note: There are no live butterflies in this indoor exhibit.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/amazing-butterflies-exhibit-3/2025-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250505T193943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162529Z
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SUMMARY:Grace Farms Tour
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design\, curated interiors\, and materials choices. During the tour\, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates and educates about ethical and sustainable supply chains. \nThe River building\, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm\, SANAA\, holds LEED Gold certification for Building Design and Construction. A demonstration of our continuing efforts to be as sustainable as possible\, in 2024\, we were awarded Gold certification for Building Operations and Maintenance\, building on our LEED Silver certification in 2019. \nThe River building was awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP)\, in addition to the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and AIA Connecticut 2016 Design Honor Award. \nApproved for AIA CES 1.5 LU
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-tour-2025-saturdays-2-2-2-2-2/2025-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250401T144154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T144154Z
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SUMMARY:Learning with Nature | Look at Butterfly Life
DESCRIPTION:Butterflies have captured the human imagination with their vibrant colors and daytime activity\, symbolizing transformation and beauty. The magnificent patterns found on butterfly wings make these insects a wonder to behold. In this indoor-and-outdoor workshop for all ages\, we will learn about how butterflies indicate a healthy ecosystem\, look at host plants for caterpillars\, and enjoy summer moments watching butterflies in the landscape. \nLearning with Nature\nAn evolution of our gardening workshops\, this series invites all ages to see nature at work with Kimberly Kelly\, Director of Horticulture. Through guided walks\, Garden visits\, and indoor instruction\, 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. This summer\, Kimberly brings us meaningful ways to connect with the natural world by teaching participants to plant gardens\, manage beehives\, notice the life of butterflies and dragonflies\, and increase biodiversity in the landscape.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/learning-with-nature-look-at-butterfly-life
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Nature,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250624T152045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T144059Z
UID:10009196-1756036800-1756051200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Amazing Butterflies Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Navigate the extraordinary metamorphosis of butterflies through an interactive indoor maze and traveling exhibit in Grace Farms’ indoor Court\, created by The Natural History Museum in London in collaboration with Minotaur Mazes. Adventure through the leaves\, learn how to move like caterpillar\, discover an ant that reaps the reward of an unusual friendship\, then transform into a butterfly and take flight! \nDon’t miss this summer experience! \nGrace Farms is a celebrated Monarch Waystation\, a place that provides monarch butterflies the resources they need to survive and reproduce. Enjoy additional programming all summer that will enhance your connection to butterflies and other winged wonders\, including summer picnics\, Caterpillar Compass\, Magnifying Small Wonders\, Open Arts Studio\, Walk with Dragonflies\, and Look at Butterfly Life. \nPlease note: There are no live butterflies in this indoor exhibit.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/amazing-butterflies-exhibit-sunday-3/2025-08-24
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250401T121051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T155203Z
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SUMMARY:Grace Farms Family Tour
DESCRIPTION:Families\, follow along an interactive tour to explore the River building as it twists and turns through Grace Farms’ natural landscape. Build models\, play with materials used to create our homes and community spaces\, and discover how a building’s design can reduce its impact on the environment.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-family-tour-2025/2025-08-24
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Member,Tours,Children & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250624T153842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T192236Z
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SUMMARY:Court Closed
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining us this summer for the Amazing Butterflies Exhibit. We are currently preparing the Court for the return of Imagination Playground.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/court-closed-6
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-08-26
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-08-27
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250401T185209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T185209Z
UID:10008760-1756306800-1756312200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Journey into the World of Tea | White and Green teas of China and Japan
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Pavilion to explore and taste the differences between the white and green teas of China and Japan. \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. This six-part series is led by Tea Expert and Educator\, Frank Kwei. \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-white-and-green-teas-of-china-and-japan-2
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250505T020559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T151246Z
UID:10007180-1756375200-1756382400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Studio Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:Our youngest artists\, designers\, and builders are invited step into the arts studio to have fun making art inspired by the River building and surrounding landscape! Think\, play\, create\, and experiment with texture\, form\, line\, color and space. \nThis session is recommended for ages 1-5 and their caretakers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/studio-beginnings-2-2-2/2025-08-28
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
UID:10010183-1756377000-1756378800@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-08-28
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250401T183343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191123Z
UID:10009002-1756377000-1756382400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Grace Farms Tour
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design\, curated interiors\, and materials choices. During the tour\, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates and educates about ethical and sustainable supply chains. \nThe River building\, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm\, SANAA\, holds LEED Gold certification for Building Design and Construction. A demonstration of our continuing efforts to be as sustainable as possible\, in 2024\, we were awarded Gold certification for Building Operations and Maintenance\, building on our LEED Silver certification in 2019. \nThe River building was awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP)\, in addition to the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and AIA Connecticut 2016 Design Honor Award. \nApproved for AIA CES 1.5 LU
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-tour-54-2-2/2025-08-28
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Design for Freedom,Tours,Architecture
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250505T015501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T144237Z
UID:10009374-1756393200-1756400400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Open Arts Studio
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Arts Studio for a facilitated series designed by artists\, curators\, and educators that invites families to play\, create\, and experiment with sensory-rich materials and different modes of artmaking. \nFor ages 4–11 with adult caregivers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/open-arts-studio-12/2025-08-28
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
UID:10010184-1756463400-1756465200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-08-29
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Caterpillar-Compass-Popup.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250509T154953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T142802Z
UID:10009550-1756465200-1756467000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Bunny Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Listen to stories from our curated collection of books and take part in an arts and crafts activity. For up to age 5 with adult caregivers. \nCapacity is limited. Early arrival is encouraged.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/bunny-book-group-3-2/2025-08-29
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250505T015215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T015215Z
UID:10009357-1756548000-1756562400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Open Arts Studio
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Arts Studio for a facilitated series designed by artists\, curators\, and educators that invites families to play\, create\, and experiment with sensory-rich materials and different modes of artmaking. \nFor ages 4–11 with adult caregivers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/open-arts-studio-11/2025-08-30
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2025-Open-Arts-Studio.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
UID:10010185-1756549800-1756551600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-08-30
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250505T193943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162529Z
UID:10006702-1756549800-1756555200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Grace Farms Tour
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design\, curated interiors\, and materials choices. During the tour\, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates and educates about ethical and sustainable supply chains. \nThe River building\, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm\, SANAA\, holds LEED Gold certification for Building Design and Construction. A demonstration of our continuing efforts to be as sustainable as possible\, in 2024\, we were awarded Gold certification for Building Operations and Maintenance\, building on our LEED Silver certification in 2019. \nThe River building was awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP)\, in addition to the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and AIA Connecticut 2016 Design Honor Award. \nApproved for AIA CES 1.5 LU
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-tour-2025-saturdays-2-2-2-2-2/2025-08-30
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Grace-Farms-Tour-2024.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250828T200127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T200127Z
UID:10010200-1756598400-1756684799@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Court Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/court-closed-7
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20241121T151603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T231944Z
UID:10006793-1756771200-1757116799@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/closed-sept-25
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250905T232015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T232015Z
UID:10010596-1757116800-1757203199@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Court Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/court-closed-8
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250502T190057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T222010Z
UID:10009297-1757152800-1757167200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Open Arts Studio
DESCRIPTION:Open Arts Studio is a site-specific creative exploration for younger audiences to engage in open-ended inquiry and reflect on the building\, its shapes and designs\, and its ideas. The series asks participants to respond to both the built and the natural environment\, encouraging new ways of thinking. Led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson\, Open Arts Studio provides a new prompt monthly\, along with materials and guidance for participants to make their responses. \nFor ages 4 – 11 with adult caregivers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/open-arts-studio-10-2/2025-09-06
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2025-Open-Arts-Studio.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
UID:10010186-1757154600-1757156400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-09-06
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Caterpillar-Compass-Popup.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250501T183231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T154805Z
UID:10009225-1757154600-1757160000@gracefarms.org
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-5/2025-09-06
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Tea & Coffee
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Yoga-and-Movement-We-all-build-web.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250505T193943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162529Z
UID:10006703-1757154600-1757160000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Grace Farms Tour
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design\, curated interiors\, and materials choices. During the tour\, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates and educates about ethical and sustainable supply chains. \nThe River building\, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm\, SANAA\, holds LEED Gold certification for Building Design and Construction. A demonstration of our continuing efforts to be as sustainable as possible\, in 2024\, we were awarded Gold certification for Building Operations and Maintenance\, building on our LEED Silver certification in 2019. \nThe River building was awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP)\, in addition to the AIA National 2017 Architecture Honor Award and AIA Connecticut 2016 Design Honor Award. \nApproved for AIA CES 1.5 LU
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-tour-2025-saturdays-2-2-2-2-2/2025-09-06
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Grace-Farms-Tour-2024.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250829T143241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T143241Z
UID:10010558-1757246400-1757264400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Children can build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. For ages 8 and under with adult caregivers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-15/2025-09-07
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Imagination-Playground-2025.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250829T141936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T231731Z
UID:10010203-1757412000-1757437200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Children can build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. For ages 8 and under with adult caregivers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-fall-25/2025-09-09
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Imagination-Playground-2025.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250804T142527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T142528Z
UID:10010187-1757413800-1757415600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Caterpillar Compass
DESCRIPTION:This 15-minute pop-up talk introduces the Caterpillar Compass\, an interactive field guide bringing families with young visitors on an outdoor adventure to discover the incredible lives of caterpillars and butterflies. \nCaterpillar Compass\, which comes with a compass and booklet\, guides visitors around the natural landmarks that shelter butterflies and caterpillars. At special stopping points\, the guide offers prompts where children can write\, draw\, or talk to a friend about what they see. \nYou can also pick up a self-guided booklet at the Noticing Nature pop-up talk in the Commons. \nCaterpillar Compass is available as a private and guided tour for groups upon request. To request a group tour\, please email tours@gracefarms.org. \nAbout Pop-up Talks\nPop-up talks are led by Grace Farms Education Team members and designed to scale for all ages and levels of experience. These drop-in talks are included with daily registration. Times and locations of all talks are subject to change. Please learn more about what’s offered on the day of your visit upon checking in at the West Barn.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-caterpillar-compass-2-2-2/2025-09-09
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Caterpillar-Compass-Popup.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T144702
CREATED:20250829T141936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T231731Z
UID:10010204-1757498400-1757523600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Children can build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. For ages 8 and under with adult caregivers.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-fall-25/2025-09-10
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Imagination-Playground-2025.png
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