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April 29: Sheep Shearing Fest

April 29, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

 

Saturday, April 29
10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Join us for Sheep Shearing Fest! Celebrate the arrival of spring with our farmers, educators and the farm animals that thrive on the fresh spring grass.

Youth (2-14): $20
Adult (15+): $40
Children under the age of 2 do not need tickets.

THIS EVENT SELLS OUT!
Mark your calendars with these important dates:

Friday, February 10 at 10:00 am
Exclusive ticket packages go on sale (see details below).

Wednesday, February 22 at 10:00 am
Member presale begins! Stone Barns Center members have first opportunity to purchase tickets for this popular event. To become a member and take advantage of this and other member benefits, click here or call 914 366 6200 x140.

Wednesday, March 8 at 10:00 am
General admission tickets go on sale to the public.

Please note that Stone Barns Center is open only to ticketholders on the day of Sheep Shearing Fest.


Enjoy activities, crafts, live music, and seasonal fare from local vendors* for the whole family. Here are just some of the highlights:

  • Observe and talk with our farmers as they shear our flock of sheep
  • Learn about pasture-raised sheep and other animals
  • Try your hand at fiber arts activities like carding, combing, spinning and felting wool
  • Join our farmers and educators for farm demonstrations and tours
  • Celebrate spring with a dance around the Maypole
  • When the shearing is done, help us herd our sheep out to pasture for the season


Click here
to see photos from last year’s Sheep Shearing Fest.

Sheep Shearing Fest will be held rain or shine.
Stone Barns Center has a strict no dogs policy at Sheep Shearing Fest.
Proceeds from this event support Stone Barns Center. No refunds are available once tickets have been purchased.

*Items from vendors are available for cash purchase.


EXCLUSIVE TICKET PACKAGES

Sheep Shearing Fest 2017 Supporter Packages

Proceeds from Sheep Shearing Fest support Stone Barns Center’s mission to create a healthy and sustainable food system that benefits us all. As we work to change the way America eats and farms, Stone Barns trains farmers, educates food citizens, develops agroecological farming practices, and convenes change makers.

In addition to individual tickets, we offer exclusive ticket packages with benefits like preferred parking, access to our Garden Lounge with complimentary snacks and beverages, and the opportunity to participate in special activities.

 Your purchase of a Supporter ticket package will help Stone Barns Center continue to grow good food and ideas to change the way America eats and farms.

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Date:
April 29, 2017
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm