Tour the Grace Farms Community Garden with Master Gardener Lauren Elliott to explore how companion planting can help increase pollination while suppressing diseases and pests in your own garden.

Join us for a performance by internationally acclaimed sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma! Rooted in Indian classical music theory, Sharma’s playing embraces a variety of styles including up-tempo Bollywood beats, intricate jazz improvisations, and the soulful melodies of blues. Sharma performed at the White House for the 2022 Diwali Celebration, the first sitarist invited to do so, and has performed for the President of India in 2012.

Did you know there are more living things in one tablespoon of soil than there are people on the earth? Discover the living world of soil — fundamental to the ecology of all species — with Grace Farms Horticulture Director Kimberly Kelly during this monthly educational program inspired by the Grace Farms nature preserve.

Step into the airy Court in the River building for a movement class designed for all levels led by Pilin Anice, a renowned yoga, dance, and meditation instructor, as well as faculty member at Kripalu and Ailey Extension.

Celebrate the launch of The Profiteers by Cambridge Professor and expert on better business and the B Corp movement, Christopher Marquis. Marquis will introduce his new book, The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profit and Socializes Cost, and moderate a conversation between B Corp leaders including CEO of Greyston Bakery Joe Kenner and CEO and Founder of Grace Farms and Co-Founder of Grace Farms Foods, Sharon Prince. A book signing and refreshments will follow. Hosted in partnership with B Local CT.

Step into the airy Court in the River building for a movement class designed for all levels led by Pilin Anice, a renowned yoga, dance, and meditation instructor, as well as faculty member at Kripalu and Ailey Extension.

Step into the airy Court in the River building for a movement class designed for all levels led by Pilin Anice, a renowned yoga, dance, and meditation instructor, as well as faculty member at Kripalu and Ailey Extension.

Ignite a more powerful relationship with music! Conductor, violinist, and educator Suzie Collier and Grace Farms Music Director, saxophonist, and mathematician Marcus G. Miller will share the secrets and techniques to inspiring musical imagination in children and reigniting musical passion in adults. Collier and Miller will also perform a duet on violin and saxophone respectively, and invite the audience to join in on the music-making!

Step into Grace Farms’ Sanctuary for a masterful performance from singer and songwriter Sheléa! Deemed one of the greatest artists of her generation by Quincy Jones, Sheléa is a powerhouse vocalist known for her sought after performances at high-profile tributes, celebrations, and various events. Her notable list of performances include singing with Anthony Hamilton before President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama as a part of “Smithsonian Salutes Ray Charles,” and performing a tribute to Whitney Houston at the Grammy…

Join Grace Farms Architecture Advisor Toshihiro Oki and Director of Architecture & Design Film Festival (ADFF) Kyle Bergman for a screening of Mau, the first feature-length documentary about design visionary Bruce Mau. Following the screening, we’ll be joined by Mau and Co-Founder and Chief Insights and Analytics Officer of Massive Change Network Aiyemobisi “Bisi” Williams for a live virtual conversation. A pioneer of transformation design, Bruce Mau believes that design can be used to create positive change in our world.…

Night to Shine is an annual event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, dedicated to honoring individuals with special needs in our community. This unforgettable, prom-like experience is centered around God's love and designed to celebrate the incredible individuals who participate with special needs. This year’s event/celebration will be held at Grace Farms in New Canaan, CT and it is proudly hosted by Grace Community Church for the ninth consecutive year.

Night to Shine is an annual event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, dedicated to honoring individuals with special needs in our community. This unforgettable, prom-like experience is centered around God's love and designed to celebrate the incredible individuals who participate with special needs. This year’s event/celebration will be held at Grace Farms in New Canaan, CT and it is proudly hosted by Grace Community Church for the ninth consecutive year.

Families, spend Father's Day together at Grace Farms! Enjoy an afternoon exploring scenic trails and gathering for a meal in the Commons, then follow along an interactive tour to explore the River building as it twists and turns through Grace Farms’ natural landscape. Build models, play with materials used to create our homes and community spaces, and discover how a building’s design can reduce its impact on the environment.

Join Lululemon Running Ambassador and Coach Brittany Battis for an outdoor full body strength class for runners! Start with a dynamic warm up and stretch followed by a full body workout targeting muscle groups that will help you become a stronger and more powerful runner. Afterwards, sip tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee with Battis, who will lead a myth-busting discussion about running that offers tips for beginning runners, proper nutrition for runners, and more. This class is open to all…

The experience of drinking tea varies vastly from culture to culture. For some, preparing and drinking tea is part of a ritual rooted in ancient tradition. For others, it’s a nourishing beverage perfect for sipping while on-the-go. Join Grace Farms Tea Expert Frank Kwei for a deep dive into the differences between Eastern and Western tea culture and practice. As you taste a range of tea varietals from across the globe, learn about the tea itself, the distinct wares in which it’s…

Enjoy an inspired picnic dinner crafted by the culinary team, extended hours in the garden, and activities designed by the education team that share the wonders of ladybugs, dragonflies, and butterflies. Summer picnics also offer lawn games, trail access, and activities for the whole family. June Menu Adults: Mexican Quinoa Salad with Chipotle Chicken Paillard Kids: Cheese sticks, juice box, gluten-free crackers, fruit salad, and cookie

Come to the Garden at Grace Farms for a hands-on class that connects families with nature. Learn basic gardening skills and imagine starting your own container or backyard herb garden. Led by Grace Farms Horticulture Director Kimberly Kelly, this class will sparks interest and embolden beginner gardeners to grow, cut and cook homegrown herbs! All participants will take home an herb.

This July, Grace Farms is hosting Songs of the Summer, a new and free performance series taking place on Thursday afternoons throughout July, starting Thursday, July 10. Held in the Pavilion with doors open, these intimate performances feature smaller local acts, unplugged. The Songs of Summer series invites all ages to experience a moment to pause, sip iced tea (available for purchase), and enjoy lingering summer moments with connection to music, architecture, and the landscape. These performances are a drop…

Join Grace Farms Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones for an evening crafting and sipping delicious spring mocktails! Follow Leah's recipes to make three seasonal beverages from ingredients inspired by Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, and broaden your understanding of the complex ways in which food intersects with many aspects of our lives.