Young Cooks & Farmers – Kids Summer Program on Stone Acres Farm
Young Cooks & Farmers – Kids Summer Program on Stone Acres Farm gives children ages 6 to 13 the opportunity to explore where food comes from while learning hands-on cooking and farming skills in a beautiful farm setting. Hosted by Yellow Farmhouse at Stone Acres Farm, this immersive summer program combines outdoor learning, seasonal ingredients, and kitchen creativity to help young participants connect with food from seed to table.
Each session begins with time spent in the fields and greenhouses, where children learn about regenerative farming practices, growing food sustainably, and caring for the land. After exploring the farm, participants head into the kitchen to prepare nutritious and delicious recipes using fresh seasonal ingredients. The program is designed to build confidence, encourage curiosity, and help children develop practical cooking skills while having fun alongside other young food enthusiasts.
The summer series features exciting weekly themes including Berry Madness, Pizza Party, Wrap It Up, Snack Attack, and The Final Scoop!, giving returning participants a new experience each week. The program runs Monday through Thursday from June 22 through August 27, with sessions held from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The cost is $50 per child, per day. Perfect for aspiring chefs, curious gardeners, and kids who love hands-on learning, this unique summer experience offers a fun and educational way to spend time on one of SE Connecticut’s most beautiful farms.r
