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Sharing Farm History

Sharing Farm History

We had a great turnout and great feedback for our “Farming: Then and Now” farm history panel last Sunday. We are hoping to make it available OnDemand through LexMedia for those who missed it. Meanwhile, Carolyn Goldstein reports that the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of American […]

Farm History Panel on March 17

Farm History Panel on March 17

On Sunday, March 17 at 1:00 pm at Lexington High School: We invite you to celebrate Lexington’s 300th anniversary with us during the 300th Anniversary LexCelebrate! Incorporation Weekend. LexFarm has assembled a distinguished panel of speakers to present “Farming Then and Now” – a look at […]

After the Blizzard…

After the Blizzard…

Our herd of Nigerian Dwarf goats enjoyed beautiful views on a sunny Sunday afternoon, thanks to owners, caretakers and volunteers who variously plowed and shoveled paths to the barn doors and climbing structures. Click picture for close-up – Left to right: Ella, Naya, Pepper, Sapphire […]

Are you a LexFarm member?

Are you a LexFarm member?

The LexFarm annual meeting is coming up on Sunday March 24.  If you’d like to vote on our new incoming board and celebrate our progress so far and the future ahead, join or renew by February 20 in order to participate.

Goat Yard on a Winter’s day

Goat Yard on a Winter’s day

We enjoyed public visiting hours at the goat yard on Sunday, after holidays and weather had kept us away. Ionia and the herd enjoyed some green branches and met some new friends – those enjoying a walk on a beautiful winter’s day, along with many […]

Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve for LexFarm

Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve for LexFarm

3rd Annual New Year’s Eve for LexFarm at nourish restaurant Once again, our friends at nourish restaurant in Lexington center will be offering a fun New Year’s Eve event that will also benefit LexFarm. Featuring live musical performances by the Lexington High School a capella […]

Help a small farm next door…

Help a small farm next door…

“We started farming with borrowed equipment. Now we’re growing up! A walk-behind tractor will help us grow more food for more people.” – First Root farmers Laura Sackton and Nina Booth Here’s a great opportunity to make a big difference to a small farm: Read […]

Special LexFarm program: Farming in the 18th Century

Special LexFarm program: Farming in the 18th Century

Did you ever wonder what it was like to be a farmer in Lexington at the time of the American Revolution? Join us at Minuteman National Historic Park on Sunday, October 7, at 1:00 p.m. for a special program being presented by the National Park […]