Newton Community Farm – Summer Classes for Youth

Still looking for fun filled, hands on, educational classes for your young one this summer? Then look no further. With an exciting array of programs focused on where our food comes from and daily involvement in farm life we have something for everyone this summer. For more information and registration details please visit our website at www.newtoncommunityfarm.org/education

Little Diggers entering grades 1 – 2
Tuesdays 2 – 3:30pm 6/26 – 8/28. 1 day session
Explore the farm as we begin to learn where our food comes from. Each week we will read a story and have fun getting dirty with hands-on activities like planting seedlings or harvesting fresh produce.

Farmer in Training entering grades 3 – 5
Tuesday – Friday, 9-12:30pm, 6/26 – 8/28 1 week session
Spend time outdoors exploring plant and animal life. Discover how food gets to your table and how our choices can affect the health of our bodies, our community and our environment.

SAY Farmers entering grades 6 – 9
Tuesday – Friday, 9-12:30pm, 7/10 – 7/20 2 week session
This program combines hands on farming with an in-depth look at environmental sustainability and local food systems. Participants explore a range of important social and environmental issues through discussion, activities and games.