The annual October events at Hanley Farm thrilled hundreds of local families and provided a festive starting point for the holiday season. Hayrides touring the farm captivated visitors with valley views and Hanley highlights at this year’s Scarecrow Festival! The Crater Renaissance Academy Drama transformed the farm into a full-featured theatrical production that awed and spooked all that dared to enter the Haunted Field. New this year, the Children’s Harvest Festival welcomed over 300 fourth grade students to the Farm to learn about their local heritage through interactive living history. This new program was a heartwarming success that will now be included in our annual offerings to elementary students for years to come. Our local sponsors are important partners in offering opportunities for the community to enjoy educational programming at Hanley Farm. We encourage you to consider supporting these programs and helping us to expand to include more eager classes next year.

Mark your calendar—Holidays at Hanley will take place on November 29th, 11:00am-3:00pm. Escape the frenzy of a modern Christmas with an old-fashioned day at the Farm! This is your opportunity to make your own wreath for the holiday season! Customize your grapevine base with fresh-cut clippings from the Farm. Wreath-making is simple, fun, and family friendly! Staff will be available to assist. Wreath-making kits are $15.

Stop by the Mercantile Store for perfect stocking stuffers, warm up with hot cider and Christmas goodies while enjoying holiday tunes with the family. Santa Claus and his favorite elf will join us, too!