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SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed by architect David Rockwell to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. \nFor up to age 8 with adult caregivers. This is a drop-in program.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-tueswedsthurs-2/2024-08-20
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Imagination-Playground-2024-Hero.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T134310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T124212Z
UID:10004860-1724151600-1724153400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | With Every Fiber Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Where do our building materials come from\, and are they made with fair labor? \nExplore the With Every Fiber exhibit with a Grace Farms Educator and learn more about the global and collaborative Design for Freedom movement to remove forced labor in the building materials supply chain. This first-of-its-kind interactive exhibit invites consideration of the materials most at-risk for forced labor\, including timber\, steel\, concrete\, and textiles\, as well as innovative solutions to create a more humane and equitable future. \nAbout With Every Fiber\nWith Every Fiber is curated by Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher and designed by Studio Cooke John Architecture + Design\, with the graphics designed by Pentagram. It is the result of collaboration and contributions from 20 preeminent designers\, material suppliers\, cultural institutions\, and construction industry leaders already committed to the Design for Freedom movement. \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/with-every-fiber-exhibit-talk/2024-08-20
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/With-Every-Fiber-Exhibit-PopUp-Talk.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240814T144921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T144922Z
UID:10004818-1724153400-1724155200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Follow the Food
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Plaza to discover the farming history of the land on which Grace Farms stands. In an exploration of current food production onsite\, learn more about alternative food systems and how you can contribute to creating a more equitable food system. \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-follow-the-food-2/2024-08-20
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Follow-the-Food-Pop-Up-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T143802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144654Z
UID:10004801-1724158800-1724160600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Butterfly Basics
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Garden and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of butterflies at Grace Farms! This season\, we’ve carefully cultivated plant species that support butterflies and moths throughout their lifecycle. Come learn fascinating facts about these extraordinary creatures\, how they help us to monitor the health of a garden\, and how they inspire new technologies. See how many butterflies you can find and marvel at their beauty and diversity.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-butterflies/2024-08-20
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/JJ-071320-001-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T142726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T145841Z
UID:10004769-1724162400-1724164200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Noticing Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature-inspired\, hands-on exploration of different aspects of the Grace Farms landscape\, including the ponds\, trees\, and more. Topics change monthly. \n  \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-noticing-nature-2/2024-08-20
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Noticing-Nature-Popup-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T143214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T222033Z
UID:10004611-1724166000-1724167800@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Room with an Equal View
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Sanctuary\, a 700-person indoor amphitheater open just for this exploration! Learn about this volume’s extraordinary architectural features that aim to create a purposeful connection between audiences\, presenters\, and nature\, while considering the challenges to creating this unique space. \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-room-with-an-equal-view/2024-08-20
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Room-with-an-Equal-View-Pop-Up-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240229T205922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T143209Z
UID:10003972-1724234400-1724241600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Summer Vacation Passport
DESCRIPTION:Families\, pick up a passport at the Welcome Desk and embark on a fun-filled day trip along the River building! \nThis summer break week invites children of all ages to collect special stamps at activities led by our experts and educators. Building on the incredibly popular Winter Passport week this past February\, each morning features a rotating offering of family-friendly activities: \n\nBuild a summer fort in the Imagination Playground\nCreate seasonal art\nExplore the nature preserve to spot colorful birds\, busy butterflies\, and the flourishing plants in bloom
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/summer-vacation-passport/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Summer-Vacation-Hero.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240214T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T153023Z
UID:10003573-1724234400-1724259600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed by architect David Rockwell to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. \nFor up to age 8 with adult caregivers. This is a drop-in program.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-tueswedsthurs-2/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Imagination-Playground-2024-Hero.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T134310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T124212Z
UID:10004861-1724238000-1724239800@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | With Every Fiber Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Where do our building materials come from\, and are they made with fair labor? \nExplore the With Every Fiber exhibit with a Grace Farms Educator and learn more about the global and collaborative Design for Freedom movement to remove forced labor in the building materials supply chain. This first-of-its-kind interactive exhibit invites consideration of the materials most at-risk for forced labor\, including timber\, steel\, concrete\, and textiles\, as well as innovative solutions to create a more humane and equitable future. \nAbout With Every Fiber\nWith Every Fiber is curated by Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher and designed by Studio Cooke John Architecture + Design\, with the graphics designed by Pentagram. It is the result of collaboration and contributions from 20 preeminent designers\, material suppliers\, cultural institutions\, and construction industry leaders already committed to the Design for Freedom movement. \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/with-every-fiber-exhibit-talk/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/With-Every-Fiber-Exhibit-PopUp-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240814T144921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T144922Z
UID:10004819-1724239800-1724241600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Follow the Food
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Plaza to discover the farming history of the land on which Grace Farms stands. In an exploration of current food production onsite\, learn more about alternative food systems and how you can contribute to creating a more equitable food system. \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-follow-the-food-2/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Follow-the-Food-Pop-Up-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T143802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144654Z
UID:10004802-1724245200-1724247000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Butterfly Basics
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Garden and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of butterflies at Grace Farms! This season\, we’ve carefully cultivated plant species that support butterflies and moths throughout their lifecycle. Come learn fascinating facts about these extraordinary creatures\, how they help us to monitor the health of a garden\, and how they inspire new technologies. See how many butterflies you can find and marvel at their beauty and diversity.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-butterflies/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/JJ-071320-001-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T142726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T145841Z
UID:10004770-1724248800-1724250600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Noticing Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature-inspired\, hands-on exploration of different aspects of the Grace Farms landscape\, including the ponds\, trees\, and more. Topics change monthly. \n  \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-noticing-nature-2/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Noticing-Nature-Popup-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T143214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T222033Z
UID:10004612-1724252400-1724254200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Room with an Equal View
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Sanctuary\, a 700-person indoor amphitheater open just for this exploration! Learn about this volume’s extraordinary architectural features that aim to create a purposeful connection between audiences\, presenters\, and nature\, while considering the challenges to creating this unique space. \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-room-with-an-equal-view/2024-08-21
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Room-with-an-Equal-View-Pop-Up-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240229T205922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T143209Z
UID:10003973-1724320800-1724328000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Summer Vacation Passport
DESCRIPTION:Families\, pick up a passport at the Welcome Desk and embark on a fun-filled day trip along the River building! \nThis summer break week invites children of all ages to collect special stamps at activities led by our experts and educators. Building on the incredibly popular Winter Passport week this past February\, each morning features a rotating offering of family-friendly activities: \n\nBuild a summer fort in the Imagination Playground\nCreate seasonal art\nExplore the nature preserve to spot colorful birds\, busy butterflies\, and the flourishing plants in bloom
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/summer-vacation-passport/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Summer-Vacation-Hero.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240214T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T153023Z
UID:10003574-1724320800-1724346000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed by architect David Rockwell to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. \nFor up to age 8 with adult caregivers. This is a drop-in program.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-tueswedsthurs-2/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Imagination-Playground-2024-Hero.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20231116T153338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T154259Z
UID:10004213-1724322600-1724328000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Grace Farms Tour
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive guided tour invites a closer look at the architectural elements of the River building and Barns. Take in 360-degree views of the ever-present nature preserve while exploring aspects of the building\, including its sustainable design\, curated interiors\, and materials choices. During the tour\, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp committed to demonstrating and educating about ethical and sustainable supply chains. \nThe double LEED-certified River building was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm\, SANAA. SANAA and Grace Farms were awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP). Grace Farms was also honored with 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/thursday-grace-farms-tour-2024/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Tours,Architecture
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:20240822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T134310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T124212Z
UID:10004862-1724324400-1724326200@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | With Every Fiber Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Where do our building materials come from\, and are they made with fair labor? \nExplore the With Every Fiber exhibit with a Grace Farms Educator and learn more about the global and collaborative Design for Freedom movement to remove forced labor in the building materials supply chain. This first-of-its-kind interactive exhibit invites consideration of the materials most at-risk for forced labor\, including timber\, steel\, concrete\, and textiles\, as well as innovative solutions to create a more humane and equitable future. \nAbout With Every Fiber\nWith Every Fiber is curated by Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher and designed by Studio Cooke John Architecture + Design\, with the graphics designed by Pentagram. It is the result of collaboration and contributions from 20 preeminent designers\, material suppliers\, cultural institutions\, and construction industry leaders already committed to the Design for Freedom movement. \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/with-every-fiber-exhibit-talk/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/With-Every-Fiber-Exhibit-PopUp-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240814T144921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T144922Z
UID:10004820-1724326200-1724328000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Follow the Food
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Plaza to discover the farming history of the land on which Grace Farms stands. In an exploration of current food production onsite\, learn more about alternative food systems and how you can contribute to creating a more equitable food system. \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-follow-the-food-2/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Follow-the-Food-Pop-Up-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T143802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144654Z
UID:10004803-1724331600-1724333400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Butterfly Basics
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Garden and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of butterflies at Grace Farms! This season\, we’ve carefully cultivated plant species that support butterflies and moths throughout their lifecycle. Come learn fascinating facts about these extraordinary creatures\, how they help us to monitor the health of a garden\, and how they inspire new technologies. See how many butterflies you can find and marvel at their beauty and diversity.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-butterflies/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/JJ-071320-001-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T142726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T145841Z
UID:10004771-1724335200-1724337000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Noticing Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature-inspired\, hands-on exploration of different aspects of the Grace Farms landscape\, including the ponds\, trees\, and more. Topics change monthly. \n  \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-noticing-nature-2/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gracefarms.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Noticing-Nature-Popup-Talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T143214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T222033Z
UID:10004613-1724338800-1724340600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Room with an Equal View
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Sanctuary\, a 700-person indoor amphitheater open just for this exploration! Learn about this volume’s extraordinary architectural features that aim to create a purposeful connection between audiences\, presenters\, and nature\, while considering the challenges to creating this unique space. \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-room-with-an-equal-view/2024-08-22
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240229T205922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T143209Z
UID:10003974-1724407200-1724414400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Summer Vacation Passport
DESCRIPTION:Families\, pick up a passport at the Welcome Desk and embark on a fun-filled day trip along the River building! \nThis summer break week invites children of all ages to collect special stamps at activities led by our experts and educators. Building on the incredibly popular Winter Passport week this past February\, each morning features a rotating offering of family-friendly activities: \n\nBuild a summer fort in the Imagination Playground\nCreate seasonal art\nExplore the nature preserve to spot colorful birds\, busy butterflies\, and the flourishing plants in bloom
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/summer-vacation-passport/2024-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T134310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T124212Z
UID:10004863-1724410800-1724412600@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | With Every Fiber Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Where do our building materials come from\, and are they made with fair labor? \nExplore the With Every Fiber exhibit with a Grace Farms Educator and learn more about the global and collaborative Design for Freedom movement to remove forced labor in the building materials supply chain. This first-of-its-kind interactive exhibit invites consideration of the materials most at-risk for forced labor\, including timber\, steel\, concrete\, and textiles\, as well as innovative solutions to create a more humane and equitable future. \nAbout With Every Fiber\nWith Every Fiber is curated by Founding Creative Director Chelsea Thatcher and designed by Studio Cooke John Architecture + Design\, with the graphics designed by Pentagram. It is the result of collaboration and contributions from 20 preeminent designers\, material suppliers\, cultural institutions\, and construction industry leaders already committed to the Design for Freedom movement. \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/with-every-fiber-exhibit-talk/2024-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240814T144921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T144922Z
UID:10004821-1724412600-1724414400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Follow the Food
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Plaza to discover the farming history of the land on which Grace Farms stands. In an exploration of current food production onsite\, learn more about alternative food systems and how you can contribute to creating a more equitable food system. \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-follow-the-food-2/2024-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240214T194044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T194144Z
UID:10003681-1724414400-1724432400@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed by architect David Rockwell to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. \nFor up to age 8 with adult caregivers. This is a drop-in program.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-fri-sun/2024-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240801T143802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144654Z
UID:10004804-1724418000-1724419800@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Butterfly Basics
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Garden and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of butterflies at Grace Farms! This season\, we’ve carefully cultivated plant species that support butterflies and moths throughout their lifecycle. Come learn fascinating facts about these extraordinary creatures\, how they help us to monitor the health of a garden\, and how they inspire new technologies. See how many butterflies you can find and marvel at their beauty and diversity.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/pop-up-talk-butterflies/2024-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240701T143214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T222033Z
UID:10004614-1724425200-1724427000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Talk | Room with an Equal View
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Sanctuary\, a 700-person indoor amphitheater open just for this exploration! Learn about this volume’s extraordinary architectural features that aim to create a purposeful connection between audiences\, presenters\, and nature\, while considering the challenges to creating this unique space. \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-room-with-an-equal-view/2024-08-23
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Pop-up Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240617T114852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T152230Z
UID:10004077-1724493600-1724508000@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Open Arts Studio
DESCRIPTION:Families\, drop into the Art Studio to think\, play\, create\, and experiment with sensory-rich materials and different modes of art making! Activities change monthly. \nPlease arrive at least half an hour before the studio closes. \nRecommended for children ages 4-11 with adult caregivers. \n 
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/open-arts-studio-summer-saturdays-2/2024-08-24
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Member,Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20240214T195400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T195645Z
UID:10003747-1724493600-1724518800@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Imagination Playground
DESCRIPTION:Build skills\, solve problems\, and make friends in the Court using an innovative system of large-scale\, lightweight blocks designed by architect David Rockwell to encourage fun and learning through curiosity-driven play. \nFor up to age 8 with adult caregivers. This is a drop-in program.
URL:https://gracefarms.org/event/imagination-playground-saturdays-2024/2024-08-24
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105040
CREATED:20231116T151309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T184043Z
UID:10001940-1724495400-1724500800@gracefarms.org
SUMMARY:Grace Farms Tour
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive guided tour invites a closer look at the architectural elements of the River building and Barns. Take in 360-degree views of the ever-present nature preserve while exploring aspects of the building\, including its sustainable design\, curated interiors\, and materials choices. During the tour\, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee\, a Certified B Corp committed to demonstrating and educating about ethical and sustainable supply chains. \nThe double LEED-certified River building was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm\, SANAA. SANAA and Grace Farms were awarded the prestigious 2014/2015 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP). Grace Farms was also honored with 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-2024/2024-08-24
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, CT
CATEGORIES:Tours,Architecture
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