Classes and Workshops
Early Release Pizza Fun : February 2nd.
Thursday February 2, 2 – 3:30pm.
$25, $20 Friends of the Farm.
Elementary students in Grades 2 to 5 are invited to join our Farm Educator for an afternoon of pizza making.
Using vegetables preserved from previous seasons as well as some freshly harvested winter vegetables students will prepare the ingredients and then make their very own pizza. Once home,( with the help of an adult) simply place it in the oven and in no time you will have a tasty treat for all to share.
All ingredients will be provided but we do ask that students bring their own pan to prepare their pizza on.
Instructor: Alison Wilson, Farm Educator. Location: Farm Kitchen
What to do with your Winter CSA?
Sunday February 5th, 1:30- 3:30pm
$30, $27 Friends of the Farm
Running out of ideas on what to do with all of those winter veggies? Then look no further. Join Personal Chef Sharon Shiner as she provides practical tips on how you can get the most out of your winter CSA.
The class will discuss the basics of roasting and stewing some of the more regular features of winter CSAs, as well as how best to use them in the winter classic, soups. Get ideas on herb pairings and other ingredients that will enhance the taste and flavor of your vegetables. Each participant is asked to bring one or two vegetables to work with during the class.
Instructor: Sharon Shiner. Location: Newton Community Farm
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Saturday, February 11th, 9:30 – 11:30am.
$5 per person $12 per Family (max 4)
Come and join us as Marc Welch, Newton’s official arborist takes us on a guided winter tree walk. We will begin our walk at Newton Community Farm and head over to Nahanton Park before returning to the farm. Our walk will focus on identifying local tree species during the winter months and how the Farm has played a role in the ‘treescape’ we see today as well as thinking about how our own personal choices today may impact this aspect of our natural environment in the future.
A fun activity to be enjoyed by all during the winter months.
PLEASE NOTE:
In the event of inclement weather on the day of the class or if there is too much accumulated snow the class will be re-scheduled for March. Please check our website before attending for an update.
The route and content of the class may be altered at the discretion of the instructor to reflect the conditions on that day.
Being a winter outdoor activity it is the responsibility of all participants to be dressed and prepared appropriately.
Instructor: Marc Welch Location: Newton Community Farm
Growing Fruit Trees in Newton
Saturday March 10th and 17th, 9:30 – 11:30am
$60, $54 Friends of the Farm
If you would like to grow fruit trees we can show you how to be successful. Join Sam Fogel for two classes, each 2 hours long and he will introduce you to the best varieties of fruit trees for Newton including apple, peach, pear, plum and cherry.
Discussions will focus on trees that are naturally resistant to fungal and bacterial diseases as well as how to prune and care for them. Catalogs from a few vendors of “bare-rooted trees” will also be discussed. The class will also visit the NCF orchard, while trees are dormant and note the tree characteristics of size and shape. Here participants will learn of the types of apple trees that can all be conveniently placed in pots or small garden areas. Finally, we’ll discuss garden pests and diseases, and how to outsmart them.
If you are considering growing your own fruit trees the basic requirement is to have a location with at least 5 hours of summer sun and you will soon need to order your new trees. Why not take this class to help you make informed choices?
Instructor: Sam Fogel Location: Newton Community Farm
Vermicomposting for Beginners
Sunday March 25th, 2:00 – 3:30pm
$40 , $35 Friends of the Farm (fee includes all materials)
Using a simple yet effective system, you can turn your food waste into potting soil with the help of red worms. Odors are minimal and the entire system can be stored under the sink, in your garage, or in the cellar year-round! We provide the materials, worms, and instruction, and you go home with a fully functioning vermicomposting bin that will recycle food scraps into nitrogen rich compost for your garden or houseplants in weeks!
Instructor: TBD Location: Newton Community Farm
Download a PDF of our course bulletin
Please note: Classes take place outdoors
We are a small farm without any formal indoor space and we work hard to create a safe and fun environment. To facilitate this, we ask that class participants come prepared for the elements. This may include sun protection (hats, sunscreen), proper foot ware, rain jackets, bug spray, etc.
We also strongly recommend that you check yourself and/or your children for ticks after visiting the farm. Ticks can be active at all times of the year.
Registration
We now offer online registration!
Step 1: Fill out and submit our online registration form
Step 2: Submit your payment by selecting the appropriate item from the drop down menu, below. (Please note: you do not need a PayPal account to submit a payment. You can pay by credit/debit card.) You may also mail a check, made out to Newton Community Farm, to the following address:
Education Coordinator
Newton Community Farm
303 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA 02459