Hilltop Hanover Farm
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Native Seed Dumpling Workshop
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryLearn about Hilltop's Native Plants Program in this seed dumpling workshop; a great hands-on activity to sow native plants that support our local pollinator and insect populations. All seeds are local-ecotype and grown here on the farm. Pre-registration is required; $5 /person. Our seed dumplings are inspired by the Japanese tradition, Tsuchi Dango, meaning "Earth […]
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Farm-to-Fable
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLittle ones, ages 3-6, will explore the whimsy of the world around them through combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Registration for this class is required online where you can pay what you want! REGISTER NOW
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Kitchen Knacks: Examining Food Labels & What to Look For
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesIn this month’s Kitchen Knacks we will be focusing on what to look for when selecting your food and ingredients using food labels. Topics discussed will include common marketing tactics, ingredient lists, and the food distribution chain, amongst other considerations and choices consumers are faced with every time they go to the grocery store. REGISTER […]
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Natural Dyes Workshop
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn the basics of creating natural dyes and help process wool to make a variety of beautiful colors! Pre-registration required. REGISTER & PAY
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Native Seed Propagation: Winter Sowing
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin us for a fun session on growing native seeds in winter - let's get our hands dirty and learn something new! In this hands-on workshop, learn how to stratify and winter sow native seeds. We will discuss how wild seeds differ from our typical agricultural crops, and how seed starting techniques can vary from […]
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Winter on the Farm
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesHave you ever wondered what happens on the farm during the winter? Join us for a walk around the farm and learn about how we prepare for the winter, plan for the next season, and the benefits that winter has on our crops and land! Registration is required. REGISTER NOW
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The Great Backyard Bird Count
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn how to use bird ID apps, Merlin and eBird, and join bird enthusiasts around the world in identifying and counting birds in your local area to help scientists better understand and protect our friends in flight. All ages welcome! REGISTER NOW
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Valentine’s Day Brunch
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryBring along a friend, family member, or significant other in this Valentine’s Day Brunch on the farm! We’ll prepare a 3-course meal together to share while picking up new skills to learn how to cook for your loved ones! Registration is required. REGISTER & PAY
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Little Cooks
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesHosted by Fiddleheads Cooking Studio Ages 3-5 Class Experience The class always begins with washing our hands, and gathering around the table. After putting on their aprons the kids are introduced to the ingredients and the name of the dish they will make. Each ingredients is explored, and children are encouraged to touch, smell and […]
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Winter Forage Tea Party
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesBrew a hot cup of tea and enjoy a warm treat on a cold day from plants found around Hilltop’s trails Brew a hot cup of tea and enjoy a warm treat on a cold day from plants found around Hilltop’s trails! This program will involve moderate walking on the farm’s hiking trails. There is […]
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First Wednesday’s Bird Walk
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin the Bedford Audubon Society at Hilltop for the first Wednesday of each month! Birders of all levels are welcome on this exploration of the farm through various habitats to catch a view of our winged friends.
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Native Seed Dumpling Workshop
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn about Hilltop's Native Plants Program in this seed dumpling workshop; a great hands-on activity to sow native plants that support our local pollinator and insect populations. All seeds are local-ecotype and grown here on the farm. Pre-registration is required;
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Kitchen Knacks: Broths & Stocks
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesBundle up with us for our first session of our new Kitchen Knacks series! We will be looking at broths and stocks in this session while examining uses, discussing ingredients, and learning how to make our own.
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Winter Forage Tea Party
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesTHIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST. CONTACT THE PARK FOR UPDATED INFORMATION. Brew a hot cup of tea and enjoy a warm treat on a cold day from plants found around Hilltop’s trails! This program will involve moderate walking on the farm’s hiking trails. There is a $5 suggested donation per person.
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Planning a Garden: For Beginners
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesWhile it may not seem like it, winter is the best time to start planning your garden! In this class, we will discuss how to assess your space and needs, the availability of crops, and the seasonality of growing in the Hudson Valley. Pre-registration is required at HilltopHanoverFarm.org for this free workshop.
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Backyard Beekeeping 101
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin beekeeper, Sean Bugara, to learn how to get started with your own bees at home! Topics discussed will include basic equipment, starting and maintaining a hive, and responsible beekeeping practices. Come prepared to ask all of your burning bee questions!
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January’s Community Farm Work Day
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesWork alongside our experts processing our harvest of native seeds to prepare them for final processing. Get complete details and register. REGISTER NOW
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The Farm Stand at Hilltop Hanover Farm
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesHilltop Hanover Farm’s Farm Stand will be open the first Saturday of each month throughout the winter. We will have crops harvested from the fall as well as freshly grown greens from our greenhouse available to purchase.
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Yuletide at Hilltop Hanover Farm
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn about the history and celebration of Yule and the importance that the Winter Solstice and agriculture plays in this inclusive celebration. Enjoy traditions new & old as you enjoy some snacks, activities, and craft a Yule log to take home. Registration is required. REGISTER NOW
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Tea with the Animals
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin us for a mid-morning cuppa while you meet and learn about the animals on the farm! Participants will harvest and make some scrumptious treats for both us humans and the animals to enjoy together for a tea party! Adults and children 6+ welcome! Pre-registration is required with a $15 program fee.
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All programs are subject to change without notice.