Visit and Learn

Join the Yellow Farmhouse and Stone Acres Farm for a hands-on workshop focused on building healthy soil. Participants will learn practical tips for improving soil health through composting, using organic fertilizers and soil amendments, and understanding the basics of soil biology. Whether you're new to gardening or looking to deepen your knowledge, this session will equip you with the tools to foster more productive, resilient soil.

Join us for an immersive Portuguese cooking experience that will transport you straight to the cobblestone streets of Lisbon and the rustic kitchens of northern Portugal. Learn traditional cooking techniques and hear stories about the cultural significance of each dish from Chef Sylvia and Chef Jose. Learn to select and pair Portuguese wines from Spencer and Lynn’s Wine and Spirits Merchants. Enjoy a meal around the table with a feast of Portuguese food and wine. Come hungry for both food and knowledge – você vai adorar! (You're going to love it!)

Join us for an unforgettable day of food and fun at the first annual Culinary Carnival, a playful celebration of local food and farming! Designed with kids in mind (but just as fun for grown-ups), this one-of-a-kind event turns our fields into a vibrant carnival of culinary discovery.

In this hands-on fall gardening workshop, participants will explore how to put your garden to rest while setting it up for success next season with Yellow Farmhouse and Stone Acres farmers. Topics will include clearing and composting plant material, planting cover crops, mulching, and caring for perennials. We’ll also touch on soil health, tool care, and ways to support your space throughout the winter.

Join Yellow Farmhouse educators for a walk in the Stone Acres apple orchard, where you’ll taste heirloom varieties. Then, gather at the Yellow Farmhouse with acclaimed mixologist Anthony Caporale and craft apple-based cocktails with a selection of fine spirits provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants. Enjoy award-winning cheeses from Mystic Cheese Company and apple pastries from Meryl & Masa. Take home an apple simple syrup and cocktail recipes to keep the fun going at home!

Join us November 4 for a professional development day designed to spark creativity and connection in your teaching. The day will feature interactive, hands-on workshops with a focus on culture, sustainability, and the role of food in building community. You’ll leave with fresh ideas, new skills, and a stronger network of fellow educators.

Are you ready to take your cooking skills to the next level? Calling all aspiring young chefs, ages 7-11, to join the COMO and Yellow Farmhouse Education Center for an exciting multi-week series of hands-on cooking classes, tied to the fresh produce coming from local farms!