Happenings
Can’t get enough of our Little Farmer Classes, well we have added some drop in dates for you to keep enjoying the fun at the Farm. Choose one class or more than one which will take place for one hour during various days and times from 9/2-9/5
This class will spend time outdoors on the farm with our animals and exploring our gardens.
We can’t wait to see you!
The Wakeman Town Farm intern Alicia Murphy has been working on soil restoration. Join us on July 16th @ 2:00 in Tim’s Kitchen as she will be presenting on the many facets of soil restoration, small-scale sustainable practices, and solutions for compacted and depleted farmland. This is a free lecture for the community to join.
This event is FREE to the community interested to learn about this topic.
Join us for adult Vinyasa Flow Classes at Wakeman Town Farm with Jennifer Seideman. Our first will welcome in the Summer Solstice. Two sessions left. Join us for early morning Vinyasa Yoga at the Farm with instructor Jennifer Seideman. Sign up for one or for all three. These classes are set against the backdrop of Wakeman Town Farm's lovely vegetable and flower gardens and friendly animals. You'll experience a seriously fun Vinyasa class with a healthy emphasis on alignment in a serene, pastoral setting. Led by instructor Jennifer Seideman, participants can expect Sun Salutations (A & B), as well as moving through a creative sequence of poses, hip openers, shoulder openers, thigh stretching, twists, back bends, and forward folds.
Jennifer wants to welcome all levels of yogis who want to move their bodies in community at this beautiful setting. The class will allow you to smile, sweat, and leave feeling like a way better version of ourselves.
Details:
Adults only
Bring your own yoga mat and block
Classes take place 6/21, 7/19 & 8/9 @ 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Sweater Weather Suppers - Fall Themed Cooking Class for Kids
Session 1 - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22-(7 sessions)
Session 2-10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17-(7 sessions)
Time: 4:15-5:30
Ages: Grades 2-6
Instructor: Robyn Herman
Students: Max 12
“Where comfort food meets crisp autumn nights.” Join us for a fun and festive fall cooking class designed just for kids! Our Sweater Weather Suppers cooking class will immerse young chefs in the cozy and colorful flavors of Autumn and highlight seasonal ingredients and comforting flavors. From sweet treats to savory delights, each session will be filled with hands-on cooking activities that highlight the best of the season. Sign up for one session or both!
Recipes include: Apple Cider Braised Chicken – Bone-in chicken simmered with WTF Maple syrup, apple cider and farm grown thyme; Stuffed Acorn Squash – filled with quinoa, cranberries, pumpkin seeds and Parmesan cheese; and Pumpkin Muffins, incorporating fall spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg.
Chef Robyn is a passionate culinary expert with over 20 years of experience in the kitchen. She brings a deep love for teaching and sharing the joys of cooking with the next generation. Chef Robyn believes that cooking is not only an essential life skill but also a wonderful way to inspire creativity and confidence in young minds. Her classes focus on teaching kids how to make healthy, delicious meals while emphasizing kitchen safety and basic culinary techniques.
Family Fun Day is back! Join Wakeman Town Farm’s annual down-home family event for kids and families of all ages July 12th 11am - 3pm
It’s that time of year again! Join us on Saturday July 12, 11-3 at Family Fun Day, Wakeman Town Farm’s annual family event for kids and families of all ages. It’s our biggest family-oriented annual summer event, so mark your calendars. Due to a generous sponsor, we will have unlimited summer fun food and drinks, including pizza, salads, mozzarella sticks, and Italian ice, as well as cold lemonade for all to enjoy — all as part of the ticket fee! Please note that food is included in the price of each ticket.
Kids are sure to have a blast taking part in our farm crafts and activities suitable for all ages. Be sure to walk the Farm to visit our animals, read books, get hair tinsel, plant sunflower seeds, watch the bubble show, learn more about our bees and butterflies, and jam out to music from the School of Rock Fairfield!
PS: We will have a Diaper Drive to collect new or unused diapers for the Help For Kids’ Diaper Bank. Please consider supporting this worthy initiative!
ALL DAY
· Refreshing lemonade courtesy of Huntington Learning Center
· Visit our furry friends!
· Reading Room with Westport Book Shop
· Dave & Charles Hometown Deli and Planet Pizza
· Flight of the Butterflies Craft @Pollination Station
· Marigold Seed Planting
· Tinsel Fairy and Emmy Bee Hair Station
12:00-2:00
· Bubble Man - Firepit
11:00-1:00
· Culinary Kids Station with Chef Robyn
· Marvelous Monarch Station with Alice Ely
1:00-3:00
· Music from School of Rock Fairfield
· Buzzing World of Bees With Jaime Smith
Sponsored by Help for Kids
THANK YOU Help for Kids, Huntington Learning Center, Danna Rogers & Jen Kass Team at The Higgins Group, Westport Book Shop, Dave & Charles Hometown Deli and Planet Pizza, The Tinsel Fairy,
Emmy Bee Creative and WTF Volunteers and Staff!
** No Rain Date. In case of severely inclement weather, we will cancel by Saturday 10AM.
Due to the fundraising nature of this event, we do not offer refunds or exchanges should your plans change. Please consider your ticket purchase a donation to Wakeman Town Farm to help support its educational initiatives.
Summer Dinner on the Farm, 6 p.m. August 28, $150 pp. Summer flies by, and we are left with that wistful feeling, wondering why we didn’t do all the great things we planned back in June. Here’s your chance for a late summer dinner at the Farm (al fresco, weather permitting). Stroll the gardens, visit our animals, then dine on a feast of late summer’s bounty while a local musician plays in the background under twinkling lights. This is a BYO event, so please feel free to bring your favorite libations. Wine and bottle openers, glassware and water will be provided. Dress for the outdoors, as we will be outdoors if the weather allows. Please note, due to opportunity costs, we do not provide refunds, although you are welcome to gift or sell your tickets if you find you cannot make it to the event.
🌱 We’re thrilled to welcome back BMW of Darien as the proud sponsor of our Wakeman Town Farm Farmstand for the third year in a row! Their generous support helps us bring fresh, local produce to the community all season long.
Opening Day is this Saturday, 9am–1pm — come by for veggies, flowers, baked goods, and more. Thank you, BMW of Darien, for helping our farmstand thrive!
Come for the veggies and flowers grown on the Farm!
Enjoy the artisanal baked goods from @wavehillbreads.norwalkct and @fattoamanobakeryct
We will also have a variety of local cottage products, including salsas by @almamexicanfoods , balsamics and oils by @delavignesgourmetct, jams by @wonderland_jam
And also a new selection of coffees by local brewers @soundcoffeecompany
Also available will be our clothing and merchandise with the WTF - Wakeman Town Farm - logo!
Say hello to the animals and wander through the gardens while you are here! Bring the kids.
Weekly Sessions Offered from 6/23 - 8/15 Monday - Friday
Sign up for as many as your child likes!
Youngsters will dabble in all aspects of the farm experience—from planting and harvesting fresh veggies in the garden to feeding our various farm animals. Children will learn how to identify bugs, where to look for monarch caterpillars, and how to collect eggs from the chicken coop! We will also explore environmental topics, such as the importance of butterflies, bee keeping, and fun facts about chickens through visiting guest experts. Children will delight in games, sustainable crafts, and food preparation using veggies straight from the gardens in this delightful and peaceful outdoor farm setting. This is an outdoor program; you will be notified via email of any class cancellations due to inclement weather. Please know the farm does not have make ups for weather or refunds should your plans change.
This teen apprentice camp for ages 11-14 is focused on fulfilling the Farm's mission to serve the needs of the community while also teaching campers how to lead a sustainable lifestyle.
In this fun outdoor, feel-good program, teen participants will focus on planting, watering and harvesting vegetables that will be sold at our weekly Farm stand. Green Teens will get a first look at what goes into setting up, managing and operating our Farm stand and they will run a teen led Friday Farm Stand. Once per session, we will cook up a nutritious meal with a guest Farm chef for the residents of Westport’s Gillespie Center, incorporating the Farm’s organic produce.
Green Teen Summer Camp Weeks
7/7 - 7/11 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
7/21 - 7/25 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
8/4 - 8/8 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Calling all Jr. Farmers! For kids who just want to get their hands dirty and experience what it is to be a real farmer. Learn about sustainable farming first-hand through planting and caring for a garden, feeding and caring for animals, including our alpaca, sheep, goats and more. Campers will hunt for fresh eggs, delight in farm games and taste veggies straight from the gardens. We will also explore environmental topics, such as monarch conservation, permaculture, bee keeping, and candling chicken eggs through visiting guest experts who will demonstrate and talk to the group. We will also enjoy a few “maker" crafts using sustainable/reusable materials.
Junior Farmer Camp Weeks
6/23 - 6/27 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
6/30 - 7/3 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
7/14 - 7/18 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
7/28 -8/1 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
8/11 - 8/15 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Intimate Chefs' Dinner on the Farm with Current James Beard Award Nominee, Chef Brian Lewis
July 10, 7-9:30 p.m. Join us on the Farm for an intimate dinner spotlighting Chef Brian Lewis, of The Cottage and OKO, and a three-time James Beard Semifinalist and current Award Nominee.
This multi-course dinner, with optional wine pairings, will celebrate Lewis’ contributions to the local culinary landscape through an intimate seasonal meal, inspired by regional summer bounty from nearby waterways and farms, including our own! Dinner $200 pp. Add $40 pp for supplemental wine pairings. Tickets are limited for best experience. Menu is below.
Sold out! Keep an eye out for our August event!
Join us for our signature adults-only "Pizza on the Patio" event, part of a summer series. We'll be stoking the flames on our wood-fired pizza oven, sipping wine under our outdoor string lights. You'll enjoy piping hot individual pizzas made by Anthony K of Tony Pizza Napolitano, and one bottle of your choice of 3 wines from our friends at The Grapevine. Each order is for two guests. It includes 2 personal pizzas (you will select at checkout), one bottle of wine (choose either a white, red or rosé at checkout), plus taxes and service fees. A limited number of single tickets, and additional bottles of wine or pizzas, are also available.
Please note: There are two start times to reduce wait times for pizzas, which are made by hand. Please choose 6:30 or 7 p.m. and adhere to your arrival time. This will help our pizzaiolo in staggering the pizza output and reduces stress for all! Thank you.
P.S. If we're lucky, we may have a musical guest to provide background music, so consider bringing a few bucks for tips.
No weather cancellations or changes/refunds. We have a no-refunds policy. No exceptions. You may transfer tickets to a friend or sell them, but you must provide us with the names of your replacements and they will get the pizzas/wines you ordered. If it rains, we will notify you of weather cancellations by 4 p.m the day of the event. If we cancel, we will refund your order minus CC and Eventbrite fees.
There’s simply nothing like summer on the Farm, and we’ve invited one of our favorite local farm-to-table chefs to create an inspired summer menu, based on her summer muse, the humble tomato. Chef Genee Habansky has been working closely with our Farmer, Dasha Horton, to create a mouthwatering multi-course feast inspired by what is growing in our gardens in July. We will start with a refreshing welcome Tomato-Watermelon Spritz, then move onto an array of dishes that incorporate a rainbow of freshly harvested summer tomatoes as the star of the plate.
The dinner is al fresco on the garden grounds, weather permitting, or inside Tim’s Kitchen, if not. Please feel free to bring wine or a favorite libation to complement the menu, which is listed below.
Tickets are $150 pp and are limited. Please note: Tickets are non-refundable + non-exchangeable.
In the event you cannot make it, you may gift or sell your tickets.
Cocktail/Mocktail Welcome Drink
Tomato Watermelon Spritz
Amuse Bouche
Cherry Tomato Concasee, Micro Basil & Grated Goat Cheese
First Course
Tomato & Zucchini Panzanella, Grilled Roasted Garlic Sourdough, Basil, Scallions, Parsley
Main Course (Choose One at Registration)
Sea Scallops, Filet of Beef, or Mushroom “Scallop”
served wtih Tomato Confit, Tomato Buerre Blanc, Yaya Carrots & Farm Greens, Potatoes Fondant
Dessert
Tomato & Peach Cheese Cake
Graham Cracker Crumb, Tomato Tuille, Vanilla Bean Whip
Eat Well, Live Whole: A Seasonal Guide to Sustainable Wellness 7 p.m.-8 p.m.
Join Whole by Olivia Robie at Tim’s Kitchen at Wakeman Town Farm for an interactive, one-hour workshop rooted in seasonal eating, sustainable living, and whole-food nutrition. Led by Olivia, MS RDN candidate at Columbia University, this hands-on session explores how the food we choose can nourish our bodies while supporting the health of the planet.
Through a summer-inspired cooking demo, participants will learn practical strategies for mindful eating, reducing environmental impact, and building a deeper connection to local food systems. We’ll prepare a plant-forward dish highlighting June’s peak farm produce, with tips on how to adapt it for different dietary needs and recreate it at home. Perfect for anyone interested in prevention-focused nutrition, this workshop offers tools and inspiration,.
Bio: Whole by Olivia Robie is a nutrition education and culinary practice dedicated to prevention-focused wellness through seasonal, whole-food choices. We empower communities with evidence-based workshops and hands-on cooking experiences that make sustainable nutrition both accessible and actionable. Rooted in science and inspired by the rhythms of nature, Whole helps people build healthier lives through food—one ingredient, one habit, one season at a time.
Summertime Cooking with Raquel Rivera 7.17.25 @7 p.m.., $125
Join us for a summer-inspired class, featuring a range of seasonal favorites using fresh local bounty from the gardens! We will make each of these summery dishes, then sit down to enjoy them in Tim’s Kitchen.
Due to opportunity costs, tickets are nonrefundable, but you may transfer or sell in the event that you cannot attend.
Summer On a Plate Menu
Cherry Tomato, Basil and Blue Cheese Salad with Croutons
Roasted Butterflied Chicken w/ Lemons
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi w/ Peas, Fresh Mint and Prosciutto
Roasted Summer Garden Veggies w/ Garlic and Thyme
Limoncello Spiked Vanilla Ice Cream w/ Biscotti & Chocolate Drizzle
BYOB: Feel free to bring wine or other beverage of choice
Chef Bio: Chef Raquel graduated with highest honors from the Institute of Culinary Education after completing her externship at Le Bernardin. After working for catering companies Raquel began teaching at a few NYC based cooking studios until opening A Pinch of Salt over 10 years ago. Chef Raquel teaches cooking fundamentals to all ages, focusing on healthy, seasonal, inexpensive meals that are culturally sensitive and delicious. Furthermore, she has trained adults desiring employment in the culinary field who are now vendors of the Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative. In 2010 Chef Raquel’s work was recognized with an invitation to the White House South Lawn as a part of First Lady Obama’s Let’s Move initiative and in 2019 she was awarded Women Business of the Year by the Southern CT Black Chambers of Commerce.
Designed for farmhands of all abilities, this unique program offers a hands-on, sensory-rich experience that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning in a natural setting. The Farm provides a safe and welcoming environment where kids can connect with animals, engage in gardening activities, and explore the outdoors at their own pace. Our staff will be trained to support neurodiverse learners, ensuring that each child’s individual needs are met. Activities are tailored to accommodate various sensory, social, and communication styles, fostering a sense of belonging and self-confidence. Whether your child enjoys feeding animals, planting seeds, or simply observing the wonders of nature, they’ll find a space where they can thrive. This program promotes social interaction, emotional regulation, and physical activity, all while nurturing a love for nature. Join us on the farm for a fun, inclusive, and enriching experience that celebrates every child's unique abilities!
This is not a drop off class, your farmer will need an adult buddy (18+) accompanying them to this class
SPRING SESSION DATE/TIME:
The Session includes 3 Saturday classes 6/14, 6/21 & 6/28
Ages 3 - 11+ 9:00a.m - 9:45a.m.
All Ages 3 - 11+ 10:00a.m - 10:45a.m.
Up to 8 participants per class
Sold out! The “Argentine Asado” goes back to the mid-nineteenth century when the Gauchos roamed the Pampas. Today, it still holds many of those traditions every time a group gathers around the grill. Served family style, it is a one-of-a-kind social culinary experience, and a fun Father’s Day outing for meat lovers! Join Chef Pablo Nealon at Wakeman Town Farm on Friday, June 13 at 5:30 p.m. for a special culinary event. Price: $155 per person, includes all food and service. Please BYO your favorite beverages. Water, glassware and wine openers will be provided. Sorry, no refunds or makeups, but if you can’t make it, you may gift or sell your tickets.
Argentine Asado Menu
Starter
“Choripan” Argentine Sausage Sandwiches
Chimichurri and Criolla Sauces
Meats
Tri Tip Steak/ Onions a Las Brasas
Skirt Steak / Charred Scallions
Whole Grilled Chicken / Grilled Peppers
Pork Loin / Grilled Pineapple
Sides
Mixed Green Salad
Cucumbers / Tomatoes / Shaved Red Inion / Vinaigrette
Potatoes a la Plancha
Peppers / Onions / Herbs
Dessert
Homemade Flan
Dulce de Leche / Whipped cream
Chef Bio: Although his career started in Architecture, Chef Pablo’s heart was always in the
kitchen. In 2011, he enrolled in Culinary school in his hometown, Buenos Aires - where
he graduated top of his class. From there Chef Pablo went on to cook at Tom
Colicchio’s renowned CraftBar, which he credits as his true culinary education. He
then cooked in several other NYC restaurants before moving to Boulder, where he served as Executive Sous Chef at the 4 Diamond resort Omni
Interlocken. In 2020, he launched his business as a Personal Chef based in
Norwalk, CT. Whether cooking for a catered event, an Asado on his parrilla or for a plated dinner
party, his passion for this craft shines through his food.
Join us for our signature adults-only "Pizza on the Patio" event, part of a summer series. We'll be stoking the flames on our wood-fired pizza oven, sipping wine under our outdoor string lights. You'll enjoy piping hot individual pizzas made by Anthony K of Tony Pizza Napolitano, and one bottle of your choice of 3 wines from our friends at The Grapevine. Each order is for two guests. It includes 2 personal pizzas (you will select at checkout), one bottle of wine (choose either a white, red or rosé at checkout), plus taxes and service fees. A limited number of single tickets, and additional bottles of wine or pizzas, are also available.
Please note: There are two start times to reduce wait times for pizzas, which are made by hand. Please choose 6:30 or 7 p.m. and adhere to your arrival time. This will help our pizzaiolo in staggering the pizza output and reduces stress for all! Thank you.
P.S. If we're lucky, we may have a musical guest to provide background music, so consider bringing a few bucks for tips.
No weather cancellations or changes/refunds. We have a no-refunds policy. No exceptions. You may transfer tickets to a friend or sell them, but you must provide us with the names of your replacements and they will get the pizzas/wines you ordered. If it rains, we will notify you of weather cancellations by 4 p.m the day of the event. If we cancel, we will refund your order minus CC and Eventbrite fees.
A gentle, sensory-friendly animal adventure around the farm designed especially for neurodiverse children ages 3–8
Come join us for a gentle, sensory-friendly animal adventure around the farm designed especially for neurodiverse children ages 3–8. During this 45 minute class, your farmer will have the opportunity to meet and interact with our animals—goats, alpacas, sheep, rabbits, chickens, and ducks. Running this class is Jewell Ailes who works in the public school system in an intensive resource room as a 1:1 for students with ASD and other special needs. She is trained to support neurodiverse learners, ensuring that each child’s individual needs are met.
This class meets Wednesdays at 4:15- 5:00 startig May 21st running through June 11th.
A Special Event with the Connecticut Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society,
Blau House & Gardens and Wakeman Town Farm.
Highlights:
Presentation: "My 40 Years Amongst the Rhododendrons" by horticulturist Kevin Wilcox.
Learn about the five subdivisions of the rhododendron genus, best practices for cultivation,
and see inspiring garden images.
Box Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal with fellow plant enthusiasts. Order number and type of sandwich in box lunch per Box lunch $20 - Order Box Lunch Here
Guided Tour: Explore Blau House & Gardens, a Westport hidden gem.
Schedule:
* 9:30 AM – Coffee and pastries
( sponsored by Olivers Nurseries )
* 10:00–11:15 AM – Talk with Kevin Wilcox at Wakeman Town Farm Tim’s Kitchen
* 11:15 AM–12:15 PM – Box Lunch
* 12:30–2:00 PM – Tour of Blau House & Gardens
(Parking for tour at #9 Bayberry Ridge Road driveway and across the driveway along the stonewall and at #7 Bayberry Ridge Road Driveway)
