Activities On The Farm

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March 2010

Friday, MAR 5 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Sat, MAR 6 (1–3pm) & Mon., MAR 8 (7– 9pm) --- Artisan Chair Restoration: Transform an old chair using creative flair! Join us in the classroom to meet the instructor and register for this new weekly workshop. Sue Anderson, owner of Homestead Seatweaving in Whitman, will be available to answer questions, see samples, and discuss restoration options. Bring your own chair in need of restoration and/or re-seating with cane, rush or splint (a large assortment of unique chairs is available at SHEC) and discover the hidden potential of each chair. A list of restoration supplies and a seat weaving price list will be handed out. Every chair is different, so find out what’s involved and how many classes you might need to turn your ‘diamond in the rough’ into a work of art! Classes start Monday, March 15th (7-9pm) and will meet on: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/17, 5/24. We’ll explore design themes and options, and learn valuable furniture restoration and seat weaving techniques (materials may be purchased from the instructor. Per Class Fee: Members $8 / Non-Members $10 9 Week Course: Members $60 / Non-Members $80
Sat, MAR 6 Intro to Basket Weaving with Susan Anderson-- 9am to 12:30pm: This beginner level “Bread Basket” is woven using a variety of rattan reeds and basic ‘plain-weave’ techniques. Approx. size: 10” (L) x 8”(W) x 4” (H). Class fee includes materials, tools are provided for use by the instructor. Bring a gallon of hot water, a water bucket, and a towel. Please call to register. Members $20 / Non-Members $25
Sat, MAR 6, APR 3, & MAY 8 --- Knitting Workshop with Judy Goodwin ---- 10am to 12:30pm: Judy is the owner of The Country Crafter in Hanson. This workshop is open to both beginners and experienced knitters. Choose from simple projects, such as a scarf, washcloth or cell phone case, or update your skills by learning some new techniques. Purchase yarn from Soule or bring your own yarn, along with needles. Sign up for one class or take the 3-part course. Pre-register. Per Session Fee: Members $8 /Non-Members $10. 3-Part Workshop Fee: Members $20 / Non-Members $25
Friday, MAR 12 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Sat, MAR 13 --- Cheese Making Workshop with John Thompson --- 9am to 12pm: Join us as we make “30 Minute” Mozzarella & Ricotta cheese. Everyone will go home with a pound of cheese. All must bring the following items: 8 qt. non-aluminum pot to heat milk, 2 qt. strainer, 2 qt. microwave-able bowl, and a slotted spoon. Limit 10 - so call early to register. Members $25 / Non-Members $30
Saturday, March 13 --- Paper Quilts ---10 to 11:30am: No sewing machine required! Design and create a paper quilt suitable to frame or use as a wall hanging. This is a contemporary twist on a time honored traditional craft. Children’s Traditional Craft Workshops are designed for children ages 8-15. Members $12 / Non-Members $17
Friday, MAR 19 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, MAR 20 --- Basket Weaving with Susan Anderson ---9am to 1pm: Basket weavers of all levels will enjoy making this useful “Tote Basket”. It is woven using a variety of natural rattan reeds, basic ‘plain-weave’ techniques, and utilizes a length of 100% cotton Shaker Tape for the handle, as well as decorative Seagrass accents. Approx. size: 12”(L) x 6” (W) x 7” (H) (see picture pg.6). Class fee includes materials, tools are provided for use by the instructor. Bring a gallon of hot water, a bucket, and towel. Please register. Members $20 / Non-Members $25
Friday, MAR 26 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, MAR 27 --- Vernal Pool Certification Workshop --- 8:30am to 12:30pm: Sponsors: Soule Homestead & The Nature Conservancy
Location: SOULE HOMESTEAD EDUCATION CENTER, 46 Soule Street, Middleboro.
Middleborough Conservation Agent, Patricia Cassady, will help us learn to identify a vernal pool, what creatures use the pool, how to document them for certification and the importance of vernal pools in the environment. There will be both a classroom and field component where we will learn about topographic and assessor’s maps, aerial photographs and field observation forms. This is intended for adults and older children interested in certifying pools in their area. Pre-registration is required as participation is limited to 15. Rain or shine, bring waterproof boots. FREE.
Saturday, MAR 27 --- Quilting Workshop with Judy Rolt ---9am to 3pm: Judy has been an instructor at Soule for many years. Anyone interested in quilting can participate in this workshop. Choose from an assortment of fun beginner projects, work on more advance projects as your skills increase, or you may work on your own projects. Bring your own sewing machine and materials (or use ours for a small donation). Members $15 /Non-Members $20

April 2010

Friday, APR 2 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Sat, APR 3 -- Intro to Basket Weaving with Susan Anderson– 9am to 12:30pm: This beginner level “Egg Basket” is woven using natural rattan reeds and seagrass materials and ‘ribbed-construction’ weaving techniques. Finished size is approx. 8 round x 5” high (see picture page 6). Class fee includes materials, tools are provided for use by the instructor. Bring a gallon of hot water, a water bucket, and a towel. Please call to register. Members $20 /Non-Members $25
Sat, APR 3, & MAY 8 --- Knitting Workshop with Judy Goodwin ---- 10am to 12:30pm: Judy is the owner of The Country Crafter in Hanson. This workshop is open to both beginners and experienced knitters. Choose from simple projects, such as a scarf, washcloth or cell phone case, or update your skills by learning some new techniques. Purchase yarn from Soule or bring your own yarn, along with needles. Sign up for one class or take the 3-part course. Pre-register. Per Session Fee: Members $8 /Non-Members $10.
Friday, APR 9 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, APR 10, 17, & 24 --- Rug Braiding Workshop with Mary Guidoboni --- 10:30am to 12:30pm: Join us for this 3-part workshop as she teaches you the art of hand-braided rug making. You will enjoy seeing your old wool blankets, skirts, coats, etc., made into a beautiful braided rug. All participants should bring scissors, needle and thread. Bring your own materials, if you have them, or make a small donation and use ours. (Returning braiders may join any class for $5 a week) 3-Part Workshop Fee: Members $20 /Non-Members $25
Saturday, April 10 --- Ready-Set-Grow ---10 to 11:30am: Grow your own toppings for a pizza. Plant your seeds in convenient containers for you to take home. You will also learn the care needed for nurturing these seeds to plants and take home a recipe to make your very own pizza! Children’s Traditional Craft Workshops are designed for children ages 8-15. Members $15 / Non-Members $20
Friday, APR 16 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, APR 17 --- Basket Weaving with Susan Anderson --- 9am to 1:30pm: This little ‘ribbed-construction’ basket is a real charmer – “Nathan’s Square”. It is simple in design but the triple braided handle trim on the solid oak frame adds just enough excitement. Finished size is approx. 6”(L) x 6” (W) x 4” (H) (not including handle). Class fee includes materials, tools are provided for use by the instructor. Bring a gallon of hot water, a water bucket, and a towel. Please call to register. Members $22 / Non-Members $27
Saturday, APR 17 --- Organic Gardening Workshop --- 9am-12pm: Join Soule Homestead Director and Market Grower, Frank Albani for this hands-on workshop. We’ll cover all the basics of organic growing while we work in the greenhouse and garden. Wear your work clothes. Rain or Shine.$15 Members / $20 Non-Members
APR 20-23 -- Down to Earth Fun April School Vacation Program: Check out a week of fun-filled activities. Get the details here.
Saturday, APR 24 --- Volunteer Work Day at Soule --- 8:30am-12:00pm: We’d love to have your help! Join us as we spruce up the grounds at Soule for the upcoming Sheep Day/Earth Day Festival. Come for an hour or the entire morning. We’ll have coffee & juice break. Many hands make light work! Please call the office and let us know if you will be able to offer your time. Thanks!
Saturday, APR 24 --- Quilting Workshop with Judy Rolt ---9am to 3pm: Judy has been an instructor at Soule for many years. Anyone interested in quilting can participate in this workshop. Choose from an assortment of fun beginner projects, work on more advance projects as your skills increase, or you may work on your own projects. Bring your own sewing machine and materials (or use ours for a small donation). Members $15 /Non-Members $20
Friday, APR 30 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.

MAY 2010

Saturday, MAY 1, --- SHEEP DAY / EARTH DAY FESTIVAL --- 10am to 3: Join us as we celebrate Earth Day and the return of spring. You can gey more details here.
Friday, MAY 7 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, MAY 8 --- Intro to Basket Weaving with Susan Anderson --- 9am to 12:30pm: This beginner level “Wicker Fruit Basket” is woven using natural rattan reeds and seagrass materials and ‘twining’ weaving techniques. Finished basket is approx. 10” round x 5” high (see basket pictured on page 6). Class Fee includes materials, tools are provided for use by the instructor. Bring a gallon of hot water, a water bucket, and a towel. Please call to register. Members $20/Non-Members $25
Saturday, MAY 8 --- Knitting Workshop with Judy Goodwin --- 10am to 12:30: Judy is the owner of The Country Crafter in Hanson. This workshop is open to both beginners and experienced knitters. Choose from simple projects, such as a scarf, washcloth or cell phone case, or update your skills by learning some new techniques. Purchase yarn from Soule or bring your own yarn, along with needles. Sign up for one class or take the 3-part course. Pre-register. Per Session Fee: Members $8 /Non-Members $10.
Friday, MAY 14 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, May 15 --- Landscape Painting with Rick Murphy ---10am to 2pm: This is a beginner/intermediate level workshop. Bring your paints or pastels and express your creativity in our beautiful setting. Rick has been painting for 35 years and will guide us while we frame and draw the landscape, block in the light & dark areas, and blend and apply colors to capture the scene. Even if you’ve never painted before, if you’re interested give a call, we may be able to set you up with materials for a small fee. Bring your lunch! Members $15 / Non-members $20
Saturday, MAY 15 --- Quilting Workshop with Judy Rolt ---9am to 3pm: Judy has been an instructor at Soule for many years. Anyone interested in quilting can participate in this workshop. Choose from an assortment of fun beginner projects, work on more advance projects as your skills increase, or you may work on your own projects. Bring your own sewing machine and materials (or use ours for a small donation). Members $15 /Non-Members $20
Friday, MAY 21 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.
Saturday, MAY 22th --- Basket Weaving with Susan Anderson --- 9am to 3pm: Some prior weaving experience would be helpful for making this big “Wicker Bike Basket” that is made from natural rattan round reeds. The base is woven using short split spokes of round reed and a ‘twining’ technique. We’ll add long spokes and use ‘triple weave’ & ‘pairing’ techniques for the body of the basket. Approx. size: 14” (L) x 9”(W) x 8” (H). Class fee includes materials, tools are provided for use by the instructor. Bring a gallon of hot water, a water bucket, and a towel. Please call to register. Members $25 /Non-Members $30
Saturday, May 22 ---Button Jewels ---10 to 11:30am: Creatively designed from recycled buttons nothing can be simpler to craft than this bracelet and necklace set. Intended for beginners and experienced jewelers alike. Children’s Traditional Craft Workshops are designed for children ages 8-15. Members $12 / Non-Members $17
Friday, MAY 28 -- Junior Volunteers -- 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Junior volunteers have opportunities to learn how to care for the farm animals; prepare and decorate for special events; provide assistance in our gardens, fields and wetlands; help maintain our walking trails; engage in prep work for children’s programs; build your college resume of volunteer service; and have fun! Click here for more information.