Barn Raising Blog

Fall Handmade Pasta Class

Written by Sue on September 26, 2018

Come cook with Le Cordon Bleu trained chef, Reva Haselkorn, in this hands-on class featuring produce from the farm stand and late fall CSA. Sample menu: Winter Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce, Pappardelle with Kale Pesto and Roasted Radishes.

*under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult

Thursday, November…Read More

2018 Fall Festival

Written by Sue on August 6, 2018

Sunday, September 23, 11:00AM – 3:00PM

Get ready for our Fall Festival! This annual event is a beloved community gathering for kids and families alike, featuring  pumpkin decorating, a farm treasure hunt, delicious snacks and food, and a lively kids’ sing-along. We’ll also be selling delicious apple cider donuts from our…Read More

Dinner on the Farm is a Hit!

Written by Admin on July 17, 2018

Dinner on the Farm on July 16 was a huge success…. a gorgeous evening, a sold-out crowd, an amazing dinner by Chad Burns of Farmstead Table, all to benefit NCF Education programs.  Thanks to all who attended and celebrated all that NCF has to offer, to Farmstead Table, and to…Read More

Dinner on the Farm is officially sold out!

Written by Sue on May 22, 2018

Okay, so the good news is that our annual Dinner on the Farm sold out in record time (yay!) The bad news is that, if you came here looking to buy tickets, we’re fresh out. (Boo.)

But…Read More

Written by Sue on April 25, 2018

Get ready for the Seedling Sale!

May 19 & 20, 12–3pm

It’s almost time to get your seedlings and start your home garden! Mark your calendar for Newton Community Farm’s annual Seedling Sale, where…Read More

Now Hiring an Executive Director!

Written by Sue on March 21, 2018

Do you have a passion for engaging children and adults in the joys of community farming and outdoor education? Do you love to buy and eat local produce? Are you a gifted communicator, manager, and leader? Then you might be the new Executive Director of the Newton Community…Read More

Post Signs for the Upcoming Seedling Sale!

Written by Sue on March 21, 2018

The Seedling Sale is fast approaching, and we need help putting up lawn signs around town to promote this annual event! Signs will need to be posted between April 23rd and April 28th and taken down after 4 PM on May 20th or on May 21/22.

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Thanks for making 2017 great! Give now to support us in 2018.

Written by Sue on December 6, 2017

With the farm stand now closed and the last Late Fall CSA pickup behind us, Newton Community Farm’s 2017 growing season is officially over. We are so grateful to our wonderful Newton community that helps us keep the farm a place to learn, grow, and connect. Whether you or your…Read More

Greening Our Community: Newton Power Choice

Written by Admin on November 20, 2017
November 27, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Newton Free Library

The City of Newton is working on a proposal called Newton Power Choice to purchase electricity on behalf of all Newton residents. Find out about the program at panel discussion that will explain:

  • What Newton Power Choice is
  • How it could increase the content of renewable electricity produced in…Read More