Adult Programs Overview

From farm tours, to lectures, to fun and informative culinary classes, we offer experiential opportunities for adults to engage in discussions, cook, share meals, and learn how to support a healthy ecosystem, community, and economy.

Our adult programming is designed to educate and entertain those who are interested in the quality of their food, environment, and wellness and strive to understand their interconnectedness. 

To inquire about private classes designed just for you, reach out to us at info@yellowfarmhouse.org.

Scroll down for a full list of upcoming adult programs!

Featured Programs

Seasonal Kitchen Series


Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home cook, you'll leave with practical skills, tested recipes, and the confidence to recreate an Italian feast in your own kitchen. Class concludes with a meal served with wines & spirits chosen by the sommelier at Spencer & Lynn Wine & Spirits Merchants.

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Aged to Perfection: Cheese Series


Explore the rich traditions of cheesemaking with award-winning artisan Brian Civitello, owner of Mystic Cheese Company. Each seasonal class will explore the history, craftsmanship, and distinctive flavors of a significant cheese-making region.

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Paper Flowers Studio: Spring Artichokes


Discover the unexpected beauty of spring's most sculptural vegetable. Under the expert guidance of paper artist Debra Wood, you'll transform delicate crepe paper into a botanically accurate artichoke—complete with its layered bracts and architectural form.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Event

Description

Seasonal Kitchen: The Art of Ravioli

February 7, 2026

Learn the art of creating restaurant-quality ravioli from scratch in this hands-on class. You'll master the technique of making silky pasta dough, rolling it to the perfect thickness, and crafting traditional filled pasta pillows. We'll prepare a classic ricotta and spinach filling, plus explore creative variations like butternut squash sage and wild mushroom.

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Aged to Perfection: Cheeses of Italy (Winter Class)

February 21, 2026

Explore the rich traditions of cheesemaking with award-winning artisan Brian Civitello, owner of Mystic Cheese Company. With deep roots in our community, Civitello brings both a deep knowledge of the region's dairy farming heritage and a steadfast commitment to building a sustainable food future. Through guided tastings and expert storytelling, you'll deepen your understanding of this age-old art of preservation while discovering what makes each region's cheeses unique.

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Seasonal Kitchen: Taste of Germany

March 21, 2026

Discover the hearty flavors and time-honored techniques of German cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. You'll learn about German culinary traditions as you prepare authentic dishes that have warmed German tables for generations; schnitzel, spätzle (noodles), kartoffelpuffer (potato pancakes, apfelmus (apple sauce), and brezeln ( Bavarian pretzels).

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Paper Flowers Studio: Spring Artichokes

April 10, 2026

Discover the unexpected beauty of spring's most sculptural vegetable. Under the expert guidance of paper artist Debra Wood, you'll transform delicate crepe paper into a botanically accurate artichoke—complete with its layered bracts and architectural form.

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Contact Us

Street Address:

389 N. Main Street, Stonington, CT 06378

Mailing address:

P.O. Box 202, Stonington, CT 06378

Phone number:

(860) 245-5119

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