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Children's Programs

Cider Hill Farm connects your little farmers to local community, nature, animals and agriculture. Check out this season's exciting, interactive and educational programs just for kids!

 

Check back regularly as we are still uploading all farm programs for 2024! Farm Tots, Discovery Day, Farm Hands and Cooking Classes all coming soon! 

  • Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 08
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 08, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 08, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Make music on the farm! This 30 min. class by local instrutor, Alicia Catalano, combines learning and play. Ages 6mo - 9yrs. Must be accompanied by an adult. Instruments provided. Bring mat/blanket. Meet on the lawn by Blueberry Field 1 or Picnic Tent if rainy. Registration required. $10.
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  • Free Story Time with Amesbury Public Library
    Free Story Time with Amesbury Public Library
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 08
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 08, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 08, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    We invite children with their grown-ups to join our friends from the Amesbury Public Library each month for stories inspired by farming and the season's harvest! This program is held under the picnic tent near the chickens. Event is rain or shine. RSVP to just stay informed if anything changes.
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  • Meet the Alpacas with Harvard Alpaca Ranch
    Meet the Alpacas with Harvard Alpaca Ranch
    Sat, Oct 12
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 12, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 12, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Visit with these cutie pies! Matt and Amy of Harvard Alpaca Ranch are New England ranchers caring for animals, land and people. They're coming back to the farm with 2 alpacas from their herd along with their mobile pop-up shop selling socks, sweaters and more made from natural fibers.
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  • Sensory Group with The Nook & PLAY.BOSTON
    Sensory Group with The Nook & PLAY.BOSTON
    Mon, Oct 14
    Amesbury
    Oct 14, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Amesbury, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 14, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Amesbury, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Designed for children who are standing ~12 mo to preschool age, this 45 min. class explores tactile exploration through the use of various fall-themed materials, textures, tools and so much more. Details and pricing at registration. All questions, contact Chelsy at hello@thenooknbpt.com.
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  • Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 15
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 15, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 15, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Make music on the farm! This 30 min. class by local instrutor, Alicia Catalano, combines learning and play. Ages 6mo - 9yrs. Must be accompanied by an adult. Instruments provided. Bring mat/blanket. Meet on the lawn by Blueberry Field 1 or Picnic Tent if rainy. Registration required. $10.
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  • Sensory Group with The Nook & PLAY.BOSTON
    Sensory Group with The Nook & PLAY.BOSTON
    Thu, Oct 17
    Amesbury
    Oct 17, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Amesbury, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 17, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Amesbury, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Designed for children who are standing ~12 mo to preschool age, this 45 min. class explores tactile exploration through the use of various fall-themed materials, textures, tools and so much more. Details and pricing at registration. All questions, contact Chelsy at hello@thenooknbpt.com.
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  • Sweet Halloween - Sat. 10/19
    Sweet Halloween - Sat. 10/19
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 19
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 19, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 19, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    A not-so-spooky, trick-or-treating experience brimming with sweet treats and boo-tiful fall foliage! See below for schedule and ticket information!
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  • Sweet Halloween - Sun. 10/20
    Sweet Halloween - Sun. 10/20
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Oct 20
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    A not-so-spooky, trick-or-treating experience brimming with sweet treats and boo-tiful fall foliage! See below for schedule and ticket information!
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  • Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 22
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Make music on the farm! This 30 min. class by local instrutor, Alicia Catalano, combines learning and play. Ages 6mo - 9yrs. Must be accompanied by an adult. Instruments provided. Bring mat/blanket. Meet on the lawn by Blueberry Field 1 or Picnic Tent if rainy. Registration required. $10.
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  • Sensory Group with The Nook & PLAY.BOSTON
    Sensory Group with The Nook & PLAY.BOSTON
    Thu, Oct 24
    Amesbury
    Oct 24, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Amesbury, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 24, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Amesbury, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Designed for children who are standing ~12 mo to preschool age, this 45 min. class explores tactile exploration through the use of various fall-themed materials, textures, tools and so much more. Details and pricing at registration. All questions, contact Chelsy at hello@thenooknbpt.com.
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  • Kid's Cooking Class with Rosita's Cocina: Arroz Con Leche with Apples & Pears
    Kid's Cooking Class with Rosita's Cocina: Arroz Con Leche with Apples & Pears
    Thu, Oct 24
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 24, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 24, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    This 90-minute workshop guides children ages 6-9 (and their adult) in making an authentic Mexican dessert with farm fruit. We're building kid's kitchen skills, appreciation for world cuisine and love for fresh ingredients. $38 per ticket. Each ticket is for 1 child + 1 adult. FAQs below.
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  • Make-Your-Own Paper: Halloween Shapes!
    Make-Your-Own Paper: Halloween Shapes!
    Fri, Oct 25
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 25, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 25, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Celebrate Halloween with local maker, Mindy Paper! Learn to upcycle old paper creating new paper pulp making new paper in Halloween shapes. The paper can be used for decorations and more! $5/child or $10/family. 10 am and 10:30 am sessions available.
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  • Sweet Halloween - Sat. 10/26
    Sweet Halloween - Sat. 10/26
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 26
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 26, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 26, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    A not-so-spooky, trick-or-treating experience brimming with sweet treats and boo-tiful fall foliage! See below for schedule and ticket information!
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  • Sweet Halloween - Sun. 10/27
    Sweet Halloween - Sun. 10/27
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Oct 27
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    A not-so-spooky, trick-or-treating experience brimming with sweet treats and boo-tiful fall foliage! See below for schedule and ticket information!
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  • Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Tuesday Morning Family Music Class with Miss Alicia
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 29
    Cider Hill Farm
    Oct 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Oct 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Make music on the farm! This 30 min. class by local instrutor, Alicia Catalano, combines learning and play. Ages 6mo - 9yrs. Must be accompanied by an adult. Instruments provided. Bring mat/blanket. Meet on the lawn by Blueberry Field 1 or Picnic Tent if rainy. Registration required. $10.
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  • Make-Your-Own Paper: Holiday Shapes
    Make-Your-Own Paper: Holiday Shapes
    Fri, Nov 22
    Cider Hill Farm
    Nov 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Nov 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Celebrate the holidays with local maker Mindy Paper! Learn to upcycle old paper creating new paper pulp making new paper in festive shapes. The paper can be used for notes or gift tags and more! $5/child or $10/family. 10 am and 10:30 am sessions available.
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  • Free! INDOOR Family Yoga with Relief Parenting (November)
    Free! INDOOR Family Yoga with Relief Parenting (November)
    Sat, Nov 23
    Cider Hill Farm
    Nov 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Nov 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
    Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913, USA
    Join Relief Parenting Resource and Respite Center for a 45 minute class in our new heated event space, The Battis Room. Geared towards ages 3-6 but all are welcome. Register now!
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