Fall Into Fun on the Farm! 🚜
Registration is OPEN for our Fall Farm Programs at Wakeman Town Farm — the perfect seasonal adventure for kids and families! Join us for hands-on farm experiences, fresh air, and autumn magic. Programs available for kids as little as 6 months to 14 years old.
Spaces fill quickly, so don’t miss out on this unforgettable fall experience!
Register today and give your child a season full of discovery, laughter, and memories on the farm.
Learn More https://www.wakemantownfarm.org/jr-farm-club
Sold out! FAll on the farm dinner with chef alison milwe grace 11.6.25
Fall on Farm Dinner with Chef AMG- 6 p.m. $135 pp
It’s that time of the year for crisp autumn air, apple picking, and all the fall feels. Join us on the Farm for a rustic autumn evening that celebrates this quintessentially New England vibe, hosted by Chef Alison Milwe Grace, of AMG Catering + Events. Grab some wine, gather some friends, make some memories!
FARM TO TABLE FALL DINNER
Thursday, November 6, 2025 @6 P.M.
FIRST COURSE
Butternut squash bisque with pepitas
House made pretzel rolls with hot honey mustard dip
SALAD COURSE
Autumn Harvest chopped salad with apples and feta
ENTRÉE
Cider braised short ribs , whipped turnips and crispy brussels
Or
Wild mushroom risotto with peas
DESSERT
Assorted mini whoopie pies
SOLD OUT ! Election Day Camp! 11.4 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ages 6 - 11
Join our experienced Farm Educators, Arts, and Culinary Instructors for an Election Day like no other! We will spend the day visiting our Farm animal friends; learning to cook delicious farm-fresh snacks; creating a variety of nature-based crafts and other “maker” activities; playing games; exploring the grounds, gardens and nature trail. We will also host our own "election" where the kids campaign and vote on their favorite Farm animal!
Camp will have a cooking segment, animal encounters, and a special farm election will take place.
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages 6 - 11
new! Inclusive Neurodiverse Saturday Farmer Program Second Fall session starts 10.18.25
A parent and child class designed for children of all abilities. This program offers a hands-on, sensory-rich experience for 4 weeks.
This is our second fall session for our inculsive neurodiverse farmer program. This session starts up on Saturday 10/18 , 10/25, 11/8 and 11/15.
Designed for farm hands of all abilities, this unique program offers a hands-on, sensory-rich experience that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning in a natural setting. Our 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. Leann and Alex are 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. It can be a parent, paraprofessional, babysitter, grandparent or someone else who knows your farmer well that can help support them on the farm while our staff leads both of you and the rest of the class through the farm! This program will run rain or shine. Please reach out with any questions about this or anything else regarding this program.
New Date Added! WTF Farm Knitting Circle 12.9.25 Drop-In Between 9:30 - 11:30 am
Come join the Wakeman Town Farm knitting circle. In this warm, welcoming environment held at the Farm, individuals of all skill levels can gather to share their passion for knitting. Enjoy your morning coffee or tea. This knitting circle offers a relaxed environment, where knitters can exchange tips, patterns, and stories. Participants should bring their own projects to work on along with their skillset and can connect with Judy Sloan, our resident knitting aficionado on any questions they may have with their work. The Wakeman Town Farm knitting circle will foster a sense of community, encouraging conversation, creativity, and connection. Whether you're stitching your first scarf or tackling a complex sweater, the Farm knitting circle is a place to unwind and create together.
Please know that it is not necessary to stay for the entire time, drop in and out for what works with your schedule during the window this will take place.
This event is at no cost
sold out! fall BAKING (adults) with chef Shauniece perrrin 11.13.25
“Warm & Cozy Farmhouse Desserts” Fall & Winter Dessert Baking Class (Adults), $135 pp
Hosted at Wakeman Town Farm 6:30-9 p.m.
This hands-on baking workshop celebrates the flavors of fall with three comforting desserts fall/winter desserts that you can enjoy all season. Guests will learn classic techniques, simple tricks to elevate flavors, and how to present their bakes beautifully for gatherings.
1. Apple Cider Bread Pudding with Caramel Drizzle
Learn how to make a rich custard base infused with vanilla bean, layered top with apples poached in rum apple cider.
Layers of fresh Challah Bread, butter, & a cardamom spice mix. Baked into golden perfection and finished with a homemade rum caramel sauce and mascarpone creme.
Key Skill: Custard making + bread pudding assembly.
2. Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes
Create spiced pumpkin cheesecake batter with mascarpone cream cheese & pumpkin (or sweet potato) purée.
Bake in individual ramekins or muffin tins, in a steam bath for easy serving.
Learn the secret to a smooth, crack-free cheesecake.
Finish with whipped cream & candied pecans.
Key Skill: Cheesecake mixing & water-bath baking.
3. Carrot & Apple Puff Pastries
Prepare a lightly sweet carrot-apple filling with warming spices.
Work with puff pastry dough: rolling, shaping, and crimping for a professional look.
Bake until flaky and golden, then dust with powdered sugar.
Key Skill: Puff pastry handling + hand pie shaping.
Class Details
Duration: 2.5 hours
Format: Hands-on with chef demonstration
Takeaways: Each guest leaves with a tasting plate + recipe cards
Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate bakers
Feel free to BYO a favorite libation!
sold out! fall kids' cooking for the minis, Grades K-2
Fall is right around the corner, and we are so excited to have chef Kathleen with Culinary Kids returning to whip up fun in the kitchen. All classes are hands-on and introduce the culinary world and new flavors. Students will learn how to prepare both sweet and savory recipes, and work knife skills, food science, math through measuring, culinary terms, and sensory exploration.
Each class will begin with harvesting what is in season in the garden then enjoy creating and eating what they have made. At the end of class, we gather together in Tim’s kitchen table and discuss what we made, why we made it and come together to share a truly farm-to-table experience!
Items on the menu
Our gardens in September are bursting with late season goodness. We will forage and use various herbs for seasoning, zucchini for fritters and muffins, eggplant for parmesan, tomato for tarts, salsa and caprese salad, and fresh basil for pesto. Later, we will enjoy apple season and make the most of our trees, making homemade apple sauce, apple puff pastry rings, and much more! In October, we will begin to celebrate fall in the kitchen with heartier dishes, such as mini baked pumpkins filled with chili and cornbread. The kids will love baking up pumpkin spiced cakes, spiced oatmeal bars, apple cider doughnuts.
Classes run Mondays 4:15-5:30 p.m.
Session 2
Monday, October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 6, 8
sold out! Sweater Weather Suppers - Kids' Fall Cooking series - SESSION 2 STARTS IN OCT grades 2-6
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) ONGOING
Session 2-10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17-(7 sessions) ENROLLING
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.
sold out! kids' back-to-school grill + chill 9.26.25
Back to School Grill + Chill Cooking Class with Dinner. 9.26.25, 5-6:30 p.m. $65 pp.
Kids aged 7-12 love our Friday evening themed cooking nights!
Join us for our Back to School Grill + Chill, a fun Friday afternoon cooking class where we start off in the gardens and end up enjoying a meal together at our communal tables.
We will begin by gathering herbs and veggies from the garden for our menu of marinated grilled chicken, corn skewers, and baked potato bar, and finish with a seasonal favorite — apple fritters a la mode. If the weather permits, we’ll enjoy our homemade feast at our outdoor picnic tables.
Class is open to ages 7-12.
sold out! Hot Sauce HangOut! let’s make hot sauce 9.24 @6:30 p.m.
SOLD OUT!
Join us for a flavorful, hands-on experience where you'll learn how to create your own custom hot sauce — from fresh-picked produce on the Farm to the final jar blend. Our Farm-to-Table Hot Sauce Class brings together farm ingredients, instruction, and your unique palate to create something truly special. Additionally, it will be a fun relaxed environment in Tim's Kitchen where we will be spinning some records for entertainment during class. Feel free to bring a record to play.
Wakeman Town Farm's own Nick Yost, will talk about the fundamentals of heat, acidity, and sweetness. This class will explore different pepper profiles and how to balance them to create bold, complete flavors.
Craft your own bottle of hot sauce using freshly sourced ingredients. Choose from a range of peppers, fruits, spices, and vinegars to match your heat tolerance and taste. Included in the class are ingredients and supplies, a little guac and chips, and your own custom jar of hot sauce to take home.
Bring your unique heat tolerance and a BYO beverage, grab a record you want to play, and head out for this fun, social event at Wakeman Town Farm.
New! Fall Sessions for Inclusive Neurodiverse Farmer Program Saturdays starting 9.6
Designed for farm hands of all abilities, this unique program offers a hands-on, sensory-rich experience that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning in a natural setting. Our 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!
Saturdays 9:00 or 10:00 ages 3-11+
sold out! harvest fest 2025
Tickets are sold out!
Harvest Fest - Sept. 13, 6 PM SHARP. Here's the skinny on Harvest Fest 2025, the Farm's biggest fundraising and food + wine event of the year. Held on the Farm grounds, under a tent draped with twinkling lights, Harvest Fest is a magical evening, featuring seasonal fare by local farmers and chefs, live music and more. Wine and signature cocktails will be flowing! In addition to fab food and drinks, there will be a live auction, including a variety of exclusive culinary and travel experiences, such as private chef dinners in our very own Tim’s Kitchen; VIP trips, an exclusive stay at Watch Hill's luxe Ocean House resort, a Wine Wall, and a Paddle Raise to help us raise funds for our new outreach program, Farm on the Go.
It's a FUN-Raiser!
This year, we are doing the event cocktail-party style, with tents and multiple food stations (no sit-down dinner) so guests can mix and mingle. Please arrive on time, as the main food portion of the evening is from 6-7:30 pm. After the eating + drinking...we will be bringing the guests inside the tent for a live band, more drinks, dessert, and the real reason we are all here: The live auction and paddle raise to support the Farm’s mission to provide education to folks of all ages, incomes, and abilities. Once the live auction wraps, it's time to hit the dance floor and groove to our live band!
Thanks to supporters like you, Wakeman Town Farm has made a difference in the community for 10+ years. We’d like to invite you to celebrate that achievement and support our next decade of community impact.
This is more than just a fun night out. It’s the Farm’s most important fundraiser of the year. We count on attendees and guests to bid on live auction items and/or raise paddles to support the Farm at this event. It’s a FUNraiser, so please plan to give generously!
Seating is Limited + Tickets Sell Out Extremely Fast!
This is a communal seating event, so you may be sitting next to “new friends.” We are unable to reserve full or partial tables for groups.
Dietary/Menu Note
Sorry! We cannot accommodate special dietary restrictions. Our chefs work tirelessly to create the evening's menu based on what's best in the local markets.
Cancellation & Refunds Note
Regrettably, we cannot issue refunds, as we have accrued considerable costs in planning the event. If you’d like to pass along your ticket to a friend, kindly have them come in your name to eliminate issues at check in. Thank you.
THANK YOU TO OUR HARVEST FEST 2025 SPONSORS
Corporate Sponsors
BMW of Darien
CT Realty Trust
Jumping Fish Productions
Danna Rogers + Jen Kass Team at Higgins Group
Town Fair Tire Foundation
Individual Sponsors
Jeff + Nancy Plotkin
Dana Rutson-Robinson + Doug Robinson
Steven + Nicole Gerber
In-Kind Sponsors
Greens Farms Spirit Shop
Dano's Dangerous Tequila
New! December After-School Baking for Kids Ages 7-12 12.9.25
New! December Baking for Kids Ages 7-12
Date: Thursday, December 9
Time: 4:30-6:00
Cost $65 per child
10 Max students for best experience
Need a little extra time for holiday errands? Drop the kids off (ages 7-12) for a newly added Kids’ Holiday Baking Pop-Up with Kathleen Benson’s of Culinary Kids.
Let’s get festive learning how to bake and package sweet treats for teachers, family, and friends to enjoy! This is an afternoon of light holiday snacks, apple cider and baking fun!
We Will Learn to Bake:
-Mini vanilla cake. We’ll also learn how to use a piping bag and festive sprinkles to decorate like pros.
-Confetti sugar cookies. These easy-to-make treats are a great starter recipe that kids can make over and over with new embellishments.
-Chocolate puff-pastry pinwheels. These are fun to make and great as a dessert or even as a breakfast treat over the holidays.
Left Behind" A feature documentary screening on Dyslexia 10.27 6:30 p.m.
Please join us at Wakeman Town Farm in Tim’s Kitchen on 10.27 @ 6:30 pm to view a feature documentary directed by Anna Toomey, “Left Behind” a documentary on Dyslexia. Following the film there will be a discussion panel with dyslexia learning specialist Ilse Werther, and Jessica Saslow.
"Left Behind" tells the powerful story of a group of passionate mothers who unite to create the first public dyslexic school in New York City, the largest school district in the country.
Dyslexia impacts one in five children worldwide, yet while 20% of the population has this learning difference, a staggering 48% of incarcerated individuals are dyslexic. Families without financial means often lack access to essential testing and tailored curricula that their children desperately need. In a city like New York, where 70% of students are Black and Brown, around 200,000 children are left without the support they need to thrive. Kareem Weaver, who heads the Education Committee for the NAACP in Oakland, CA, and a key figure in our film, calls this the defining civil rights issue of our time.
Dyslexia is not a barrier to success; many high-profile dyslexics—including 35% of entrepreneurs, filmmakers, musicians, and actors—prove that. Their unique brain wiring can hinder letter recognition but enhance creativity, risk-taking, and innovative thinking. This film emphasizes the loss of potential brilliance and showcases a group of mothers fighting for equality in our education system. We aim to spark outrage, inspire hope, and ignite a desire for action among viewers.
Anna Toomey, an independent filmmaker who started her career as an Emmy Award-winning producer for ABC News, Good Morning America, ABC News long-form unit, and Peter Jennings Reporting. Anna developed and directed her first feature-length independent documentary, Left Behind, after her son was diagnosed with dyslexia, and she discovered the inadequate resources for millions of children across the country.
Following the film we will have Ilse Werther a dyslexia learning specialist, certified advocate and a parent of a child with dyslexia from LGR Learning Group to lead a discussion panel on how families can find support for dyslexia. Additionally, we will have Jessica Saslow in attendance who is a speech language pathologist and reading expert.
new! Adult Art in Nature Creative Class 10.29 @ 11:00 a.m.
Do you see beauty in nature? This workshop will show you how to see nature as art and bring it to life!
Immerse yourself in the natural world and explore your creativity in this hands-on Art in Nature class. Designed for artists of all levels, this class invites participants to use natural materials—such as leaves, stones, twigs, water, and soil—as both inspiration and medium
The goal is not only to create art but to develop a meaningful connection with the environment, encouraging sustainable practices and mindful presence.
Whether you're an artist seeking new inspiration or a nature lover looking for a creative outlet, this class offers a unique and enriching experience.
This creative class takes place 10.29 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at Wakeman Town Farm in Tim’s Kitchen
new! Halloween Tot Parade! 10.28 2:00 p.m.
Time for some Halloween Fun on the Farm! Dress your wee ones in costume, and join us for a Halloween event for parents and littles ages 0-5.
Little ghosts, goblins, and giggles will fill the air as tiny tots march through the farm visiting our furry animals in their spook-tacular costumes! From pint-sized pumpkins to baby superheroes, the Halloween Tot Parade is always a festive swirl of creativity and cuteness. Our friends from Music Together of Fairfield will lead us in a sing-a-long of spooky musical fun. Sing, dance and play with us and join in our musical parade!
Children ages 0-5 are welcome to attend. Wear your costume! Each child will receive a mini pumpkin donated by Trader Joes Westport.
Please note: This is a one-time, outdoor-only event that will be cancelled in the event of rain. If we must cancel, all ticket purchases will be considered donations to the Farm and we will leave out the Halloween goodies under a tent at the WTF gate for an honor-system-style pickup. Thank you for accpeting our no rain date and no refunds policy.
Diaper Drive to support Help for Kids CT now through 12/5! Drop off at the Farm
Wakeman Town Farm will be collecting new or unused diapers of all sizes to support Help for Kids CT fill up their diaper bank in Stamford. There will be a box at the farm either outdoors, or in Tim's Kitchen from 11/10 until 12/5 our holiday tree lighting.
Help for kids is an organization we partner with to support their families in bringing them to the farm for a special experience with their children at no cost from funds raised for outreach education.
Help for Kids proudly partners with Stamford Health and the Diaper Bank of Connecticut to operate a diaper distribution center out of their Stamford office. This initiative aims to support families struggling to meet their children's basic needs.
sold out! Mexican Cooking with Raquel Rivera 10.9.25
Mexican Cooking with Raquel Rivera 10.9.25 @7 p.m., $125 pp
Join us for a festive Mexican-inspired Menu celebrating Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), as we prepare a South of the Border themed menu that can be replicated as an easy, prep-ahead weeknight favorite. After preparing the dishes, we will sit down to enjoy them together in Tim’s Kitchen.
Dia de Los Muertos Menu
Farm-Fresh Pico de Gallo and Homemade Guacamole w Tortilla chips
Vegetarian Sopes - Masa, lightly fried and piled with refried beans, salsa verde and cotija cheese
Chicken Enchiladas
Mexican Street Corn
Tres Leches Cake
BYOB: Feel free to bring margaritas, cerveza 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.
we love our harvest fest sponsors. go say hi and enjoy their fab fare!
new! Winter desserts class for adults 12.18.25
“Warm & Cozy Winter Desserts” Baking Class (Adults), $140 pp
Hosted at Wakeman Town Farm 6:30-9 p.m.
This hands-on baking workshop with Chef Shauniece Perrin celebrates the flavors of winter with three comforting winter desserts that you can enjoy all season and beyond. Participants will learn classic techniques, simple tricks to elevate flavors, and how to present their desserts beautifully for gatherings.
Chocolate Tiramisu with cracked peppermint topping
A rich, no-bake layered dessert featuring espresso-soaked ladyfingers, silky chocolate mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa with dark chocolate shavings and cracked candy candy garnish, if desired.
Almond Frangipane Tart
A delicate tart with a crisp buttery crust filled with smooth almond cream, baked until lightly golden and finished with elegantly arranged seasonal fruit.
classic Pecan pie
A popular southern holiday dessert, know for its rich, buttery crust and a gooey caramel flavor, topped with crunchy pecans.
Class Details
Duration: 2.5 hours
Format: Hands-on with chef demonstration
Takeaways: Each guest leaves with a tasting plate + recipe cards
Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate bakers
Feel free to BYO a favorite libation!