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School Programs: Teachers see the Educational Programs or Teacher Resources sections

May 22-23: Farm Animal Frolic (more info)
May 29-30: Farm Animal Frolic (more info)

Highlights: 10:30 am - 3:30 pm and are included with admission. Schedules subject to change.

Quilting - Every Wednesday, June 20 – Labor Day Weekend
Come watch the Quiet Valley Quilters work on this year’s quilt which is raffled off at the annual Harvest Festival in October.

Bake Oven - Every Saturday, June 20 – Labor Day Weekend
On Saturdays the outdoor brick bake oven is fired up and in use. Come watch the bread being baked, learn about this basic farm activity and try a sample.

June 19, Sat.: History Day - Open for Spring Tours, 10am to 5pm

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is pleased to announce the second annual History Day at the farm on Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 10:00 to 5:00. Representatives from area historical and cultural organizations will be on hand to provide information about their missions and events.

This is an exciting opportunity to learn more about the rich cultural heritage of our region. Groups participating will have displays and will be ready to answer your history questions! There will also be a scavenger hunt for children. History Day will be included in the regular admission for farm tours. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children.

Visitors to the farm will be treated to guided tours of the farmhouse, barn and other facilities of a working 1800s farm with our costumed staff. Children especially enjoy meeting our farm animals and discovering how different life was for children in the 19th century.

This is a great family event for all ages!

June 20, Sat.: Open for Summer Season

June 26, Sat.: "A Summer Garden Party"
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm is hosting our second Summer Garden Party from 10:00 to 4:00 (Farm open 'til 5). Visitors coming to the farm for the historic tour will also have a chance to involve themselves in a variety of garden-related activities. Learn about a typical Pennsylvania German kitchen garden and how to care for it. Sit down with a gardener for a question and answer session, get help with garden plans or tips on helpful gardening techniques. This year we will feature demonstrations on culinary and medicinal herbs from the garden and will discuss edible and medicinal plants in the wild. At the outdoor brick bake oven herb breads will be baked and samples shared.

In the Tea Tent, for a small additional fee, folks can set a spell and partake in scones and herbal tea while getting a lesson in proper etiquette from our dear, old Aunties. There will be a special hands-on craft area for the younger ones to enjoy while parents have their fun.

What better way to open Quiet Valley’s Summer Tour Season than to spend some time in the gardens. This is the perfect opportunity for beginning gardeners all the way through the experienced “green thumbs” to explore the world of growing useful and beautiful plants. Tours of the garden will be given throughout the day along with tours of the historic buildings at Quiet Valley which was settled in the late 1700s.

This highlight program is rain or shine, under tents. Admission is Adults $10.00 & Children 3-12 $5.00 and includes both the historic farm tour and Summer Garden Party.

Highlights: 10:30 am - 3: 30 pm and are included with admission. Schedule subject to change.

Quilting - Every Wednesday, June 20 – Labor Day Weekend
Come watch the Quiet Valley Quilters work on this year’s quilt which is raffled off at the annual Harvest Festival in October.

Bake Oven - Every Saturday, June 20 – Labor Day Weekend
On Saturdays the outdoor brick bake oven is fired up and in use. Come watch the bread being baked, learn about this basic farm activity and try a sample.

July 10, Sat. - *** Music in the Valley ***

Come out to Quiet Valley from 12 noon to 8:00 pm for our fourth annual Music in the Valley and enjoy sounds of traditional music from a by-gone era.

A variety of groups will perform at different venues around the farm. Performers to be announced.

As well as performances throughout the day, there will be hands-on sessions to provide visitors with an opportunity to take a closer look at the music, dances and instruments featured. There will even be sing-a-longs for children and the young at heart!

From 10:00 to 8:00 the cost of admission is $10.00 adults and $5.00 children 3-12. This includes both the farm tour and Music in the Valley. Rain or shine, under tents. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Please bring your friends and family to support this wonderful event. If anyone is interested in helping or performing please contact Debbie DiPasquale at 570-992-6161 or deb@quietvalley.org.

(This project is supported by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency, through the Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA), its regional arts funding partnership. State government funding for the arts depends upon an annual appropriation by the Pennsylvania General Assembly and from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. PPA is administered in the region by the Pocono Arts Council.)

(Dates to be announced).: Civil War Encampment - 142nd Pa. Volunteer Infantry, Co. G
The 142nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Co. G, Re-enactor’s encampment is a living history presentation. They portray as accurately as possible the drill and everyday life of soldiers in the 1800’s. By doing this they honor those who fought and give us a glimpse into our local history and heritage. The militia encampment is from 10:30 AM to 3 PM on Saturday and 1PM to 4:00 PM. on Sunday. Check out their Web site.

Highlights: 10:30 am - 3:30 pm and are included with admission. Schedule subject to change.

Quilting - Every Wednesday, June 20 – Labor Day Weekend
Come watch the Quiet Valley Quilters work on this year’s quilt which is raffled off at the annual Harvest Festival in October.

Bake Oven - Every Saturday, June 20 – Labor Day Weekend
On Saturdays the outdoor brick bake oven is fired up and in use. Come watch the bread being baked, learn about this basic farm activity and try a sample.

August 7, Sat.: 4th Annual Heritage Craft Day
This day we will highlight many of the traditional trade skills and crafts of our forefathers. Visitors and members alike enjoy the crafts seen at the farm at our fall festival. Heritage Craft Day is a chance for crafts to be the focus of the event. Folks will be able to see the crafters at work and even try the craft out for themselves. With a whole day dedicated to crafts there will be plenty of time to learn about the techniques involved as well as some of the history behind them. Oak Split Basket Making, Tramp Art, Crazy Quilting, Chair Caning/Seat Weaving, Wheat Weaving, Spinning, Weaving, Scherenschnitte, and Broom Making are some of the demonstrations planned. This will be a true hands-on event so plan to spend as much of the day from 10:00am to 4:00pm as you can here at Quiet Valley and learn about historic folk crafts. Children's area too!

August 28 & 29, Sat. & Sun. - * * * The Pocono State Crafts Festival * * *
As summer reaches its summit, and the true splendor of Pennsylvania hits its apex, everybody knows it’s time for the Pocono State Craft Festival. Now in its 24th year, all eyes turn toward Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm for this crown jewel in the galaxy of summer events in the Poconos of Pennsylvania.

Fine jewelry, woodworking, clothing, metal work, stained glass, furniture, leather, basketry, and pottery are but some of the distinctive crafts on display for your shopping pleasure. Watch the craft demonstrations, enjoy festival foods and listen to the best in Dixieland and Bluegrass music.

Ticket price to be announced.

Proceeds benefit the Pocono Arts Council and the Pocono Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, which use the funds to further the arts and crafts in your community.

A spectacular show at a splendid location, come join us for an enjoyable family day in the country!

For more information, see poconocrafts.com

September 6, Mon. - Last Day of Summer Season (Labor Day)

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October 10& 11, Sat. & Sun. - Harvest Festival, Columbus Day Weekend (more info)

October 30, Sat.: Open for Fall Tours, 10am to 4pm -Join us for a special day on the farm as we get into the Halloween spirit. Learn about folk medicine and powwow doctors, take a wagon ride and enjoy some chills as you listen to some scary stories. It all adds up to an unusual, spookey visit to the farm.

School Programs - Teachers see the Educationall Programs or Teacher Resources sections

School Programs - Teachers see the Educational Programs or Teacher Resources sections