Have you checked out our NEW Summer Camp offering?

Introducing the Woodbridge Recreational Camp at Massaro Community Farm!

Massaro Farm introduces a NEW summer camp the weeks of August 6 and 13 for 6-9 year-olds led by experienced environmental educators. Operating daily from 9am to 12 noon, this camp is intended to give your child a close-up view of the natural world and a greater awareness of the environment we inhabit.

Daily activities include stories, activities, natural crafts and snack time in our renovated barn or at our outdoor picnic tables.

Our camp’s focus will be based on the mission of Massaro Community Farm: Keep farming, feed people and build community. Campers will actively explore the farm’s 57 acres of woods, fields and wetlands, including 5 acres of crops in active production.

Campers will participate in structured activities that will encourage learning about nature, the daily operations of a working organic farm, healthy food and nutrition, and the interconnectedness of all living things.

The farm includes a newly established walking trail through the woods, a Learning Garden, honeybee apiaries, a flock of chickens and a recently renovated dairy barn (providing indoor space for rainy days). A typical day will focus on a theme, with time for learning and exploration, a healthy snack, games, stories and a craft. All staff is certified in first aid/CPR.

For more information, visit our website or download our Camp Registration Form.

Special Screening: Journey of the Universe

See the new PBS special Journey of the Universe: “An Epic Story of Cosmic, Earth, and Human Transformation” up close and personal on January 22, 2012 at the Jewish Community Center with special guests executive producers and Woodbridge residents Mary Evelyn Tucker and John Grim!!

Join us for a special film screening of the film JOURNEY OF THE UNIVERSE, along with a panel discussion and wine and cheese to benefit the Massaro Community Farm.

After the screening, join Mary Evelyn and John to discuss how we can move towards a sustainable future for all species — and how Massaro Community Farm fits into this story. Mary Evelyn Tucker and John Grim are Yale professors and belong to Massaro Community Farm and its CSA.

Suggested Contributions: Massaro members $10; non-members $15; students $5; under 15 and over 75 free.

To view the trailer go to: www.journeyoftheuniverse.org

This event takes place at : Jewish Community Center, 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge CT 06525

 

Education Committee Seeking Teachers

Wanted!  Teens and adults who like to teach. The MCF Education committee seeks people interested in gardening, environmental education, and nature (worms, weeds, wildlife) to help offer programs for kids and adults.This could be a one-time  or longer commitment. We’ll help with plans and materials. Please contact tutordiane@gmail.com or call Diane King at 203 494-3745.