Muscoot Farm Calendar of Events

Fairy Walk. This popular event has been rescheduled to September 5

See below for details.

September 2010

Saturday & Sunday September 4 & 5

"Mood, Color & Landscape of the Hudson Valley" Artists Will Kefauver, Hillary Hostetler & Gabriel Ceslov in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

"Mood, Color & Landscape — Paintings of the Hudson Valley" Three artists share their visions of the Hudson River and the farms, fields and banks defining its path. Enjoy the luminosity found in the work of Hillary Hostetler, Gabriel Ceslov’s fantastic color and the realist impressions of Will Kefauver. Each artist shares their unique vision, joined in their appreciation of the beauty of the Hudson and its surrounds. Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 4 pm.

Sunday 5

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday 5

Fairy Walk

1 - 3 p.m.

Do you believe in fairies? Come to Muscoot Farm and experience a Victorian merriment.

Wednesday, 8

Chicken Chatter: Program for 3 to 5 year olds.

10-11 am or 1-2 pm

A hands-on experience for children to learn about chickens. Pre-registration is required, fee $10. Download the form at muscootfarm.org or call 914-864-7286

Saturday & Sunday September 11 & 12

"Mood, Color & Landscape of the Hudson Valley" Artists Will Kefauver, Hillary Hostetler & Gabriel Ceslov in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

"Mood, Color & Landscape — Paintings of the Hudson Valley" Three artists share their visions of the Hudson River and the farms, fields and banks defining its path. Enjoy the luminosity found in the work of Hillary Hostetler, Gabriel Ceslov’s fantastic color and the realist impressions of Will Kefauver. Each artist shares their unique vision, joined in their appreciation of the beauty of the Hudson and its surrounds. Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, noon to 4 pm.

Sunday 12

Fall Migration Bird Walk with Arthur Green

8 a.m.

Meet in the Parking Lot at Muscoot Farm. Bring binoculars; wear sturdy shoes.

Sunday 12

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday 12

Grandparents Day

1 - 3 p.m.

Enjoy a visit to the Farm with activities and refreshments; Hayrides are free for grandparents!

Sunday 19

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday 19

A Treasure Hunt for Families and Friends

1 - 3 p.m.

Clues will guide you around the farm to find ten items in Muscoot's Collection. Find all ten and win a free hayride. This is the first in the "Treasure Hunt Series", programs focusing on Muscoot's diverse collection and its connection to our visitors.

Wednesday, 22

Let's Look At Sheep: Program for 3 to 5 year olds.

10-11 am or 1-2 pm

My, how our spring babies have grown and how soft is their wool! A hands-on opportunity to learn about sheep. Pre-registration is required, fee $10. Download the form at muscootfarm.org or call 914-864-7286

Saturday, 25

7th Annual Make and Take

10 am -2 pm

Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild. Pre-registration is required by September 11th, fee $12. Contact WABG at baskets@bestweb.net

Sunday 26

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Wednesday, 29

All About Horses: Program for 3 to 5 year olds.

10-11 am or 1-2 pm

A hands-on experience, children will learn about Muscoot's horses and pony. Pre-registration is required, fee $10. Download the form at muscootfarm.org or call 914-864-7286

October 2010

Saturday & Sunday October 2 & 3

"A Bounty of Baskets" in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

The Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild Show and Sale Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 4 pm.

Sunday 3

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday 3

Bee Keeping, It's Harvest Time

1 - 3 p.m.

What is unique about the way bees locate food? Can one bee hive have 200,000 members? How are bees connected to one third of all the fruit, nuts and vegetables we eat? How many flavors of honey are there? Learn the answers to these questions and more with beekeeper Ralph Szur for an in-depth look at the world of beekeeping.

Saturday & Sunday October 9 & 10

"A Bounty of Baskets" in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

The Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild Show and Sale Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 4 pm.

Sunday 10

"See You in the Spring" Bird Walk with Arthur Green

8 a.m.

Meet in the Parking Lot at Muscoot Farm. Bring binoculars; wear sturdy shoes.

Sunday 10

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday & Monday October 10 & 11

Pumpkin Picking

Noon - 3 p.m.

Take a hayride to the Pumpkin Field and pick out your favorite pumpkin, or buy one from the garden. $2 Fee for hayride, pumpkins priced by size. Fundraiser for Friends of Muscoot.

Saturday & Sunday October 16 & 17

"A Bounty of Baskets" in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

The Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild Show and Sale Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 4 pm.

Sunday 17

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday, October 17

Autumn Celebration

Noon - 3 p.m.

A day of music, hayrides, farmers market, games, crafts and food is fun for the whole family. Higgins & Smith Bluegrass Band will be back.

Saturday & Sunday October 23 & 24

"A Bounty of Baskets" in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

The Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild Show and Sale Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 4 pm.

Saturday, October 23

Soap Making Workshop for Adults

12:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Learn the cold soap making process from Mia Comacho of Clean Ridge Soap Compnay. Participants will make bars using herbs, colorants and essential oils and receive literature and resources to make soap at home. Pre-registration is required; fee $45 per person. Space is limited. Call 914-864-7286 to register or visit our website and download the registration form under the Workshop tab.

Sunday, October 24

Run the Farm Race

Children's Start: 8:30 a.m.; Adult Start: 9 a.m.

Run the Farm is a 5 mile trail race held at Muscoot Farm. It is put on to show off the beauty of the Muscoot park and to increase awareness of the weekly Muscoot Farmer's market and other local farmer's markets in the area. Pre-registration is required. For additional information and to register please go directly to the Run The Farm Website.

Sunday, October 24

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday, October 24

A Closer Look, The Stories Behind the "Stuff"

1 - 3 p.m.

Second in the Treasure Hunt Series will take visitors to ten of the most interesting items in our collection from the Mile Marker to the Milk House. Learn the stories and your connection to our collection. This program is for children and adults.

Saturday & Sunday October 30 & 31

"A Bounty of Baskets" in the Main House Artist Gallery

12 Noon - 4 p.m.

The Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild Show and Sale Exhibit open in the Main House Saturday & Sunday, Noon to 4 pm.

Saturday, October 30

Halloween Owl Prowl

7 p.m.

Join naturalist Frank Gallo to learn all about owls. Then join us for a walk in search of owls. This program is for children and adults.

Sunday, October 31

Muscoot Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support local farmers and enjoy a day at the farm. Fresh produce, meats, cheese, soaps & candles, honey, maple syrup, flowers, fish, and delicious baked goods are all available at the market. Market is open Sundays through October.

Sunday, October 31

Boo Walk

Noon - 3 p.m.

Enjoy a Halloween Scavenger Hunt through the woods. Come in costume, hosted by our Teen Volunteers.

November 2010

Saturday, November 6

Blacksmithing Workshop

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Blacksmith Bill Fitzgerald will teach the art of blacksmithing. Space is limited to only 5 participants. Pre-registration required. Fee $85. Call 914-864-7286 to register or visit our website and download the registration form under the Workshop tab.

Saturday, November 13

Westchester Area Basketmakers Guild Workshop

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

"Point the Way" Basket Workshop. Fee; Pre-register by October 30. For additional information and to register contact the Guild at baskets@bestweb.net.

Sunday, November 14

Turkey Talk

1 - 3p.m.

Meet Tom and Henrietta the hosts of Thanksgiving at Muscoot Farm and learn what makes them a visitor's favorite.

Sunday, November 21

Going to Grandma's For Thanksgiving? What Treasures Make Your Traditions?

1 - 3 p.m.

Third in the Treasure Hunt Series, Caring For Your Family Treasures. This program is for children and adults.

December 2010

Sunday, December 5

Holiday Decorations

1 - 3 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday, December 11 & 12

Christmas on the Farm

5-7 p.m.

Step back into a Victorian Christmas. Tour the Main House, listen to carolers. Take a lantern tour of the barnyard. Donations to the Friends of Muscoot welcome.

Sunday, December 19

Treasures and Tea, A Behind the Scenes Tour of Collections Care

1-3 p.m.

Come upstairs in the Main House for a rare view of the bedrooms, objects from the Hopkins Family and the area devoted to collections care. Final program of the Treaure Hunt Series. Tea will be served in the living room following the tour. Program is free, but reservations are required. Call 914-864-7286.

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