Learn about the magnificent planetary positioning of the post-autumnal equinox during from a Connecticut Science Center educator. Two telescopes for enhanced viewing, gravity simulations, hands-on art projects, and more will assist in your exploration of this unique night sky. In case of inclement weather, attendees can view live feed from another telescope and use an infrared camera to better understand how we explore space. Hosted in partnership with the Connecticut Science Center. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events.
Participants are invited to embark on an honest reflection about their lives, and connect with others interested in exploring questions of meaning and purpose. Each week features select short readings from a variety of religious and philosophical traditions, both ancient and modern, along with video lectures and the chance to participate in group discussions. This seven-week academic course is led by Matthew Croasmun, Faith Initiative Director at Grace Farms and Director of the Life Worth Living Program at Yale Center for Faith and Culture. It meets from 7-9pm on following Tuesday evenings at Grace Farms:
October 4
October 11
October 18
October 25
November 1
November 8
November 15
Apply for the course using the register button on the righthand side of this page. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events.
Embark on timely fall walks that coincide with peak seasonal migration of songbirds, swallows, hawks, and waterbirds, as well as monarchs and other butterflies. Many species will pass through our landscape, a Pollinator Pathway site, on their way to overwinter in warmer climes. Please wear footwear suitable for grassy or muddy terrain. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership.
Join us for a conversation about how innovative leaders in education are transforming our systems to be more inclusive, globally competitive, and aligned with a changing world. Hear from David Coleman, CEO of the College Board, the not-for-profit organization that develops and administers tests like the SATs and AP exams, Sam Seidel, author and K12 Director of Strategy + Research at the Stanford d.school and Maud Mandel, President of Williams College, who is leading bold strategies to drive inclusion in financial aid and admissions as the first woman to lead the liberal arts college. This panel will be moderated by Grace Farms Foundation Program Officer Karen Kariuki. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership.
Attend presentations and a panel discussing the convergence of crimes and the role of science, led by Rod Khattabi, our Chief Accountability Officer and Justice Initiative Director, with Robert Mande, Assistant Director and Chairman of the National Anti-Poaching Task Force of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, Tanzania, Dr. Samuel Wasser, Co-Executive Director. Center for Environmental Forensic Science, University of Washington, Meredith Gore, Conservation Criminologist and Associate Professor, University of Maryland, and John Brown, Program Manager, United States Department of Homeland Security, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). Registration begins at 10am for those attending on-site. We are pleased to offer this program free of charge thanks to the generous support of our community. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events.