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SUMMARY:The Annual Buttonwood Farm Sunflower Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Buttonwood Farm Sunflower Festival is happening from July 20th to July 28\, 2024\, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of over 14 acres of vibrant sunflowers. Buttonwood Farm dedicates their efforts to planting and harvesting approximately 300\,000 sunflower blooms each year for your enjoyment. More importantly\, this event aims to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut\, a non-profit organization dedicated to fulfilling the wishes of children facing life-threatening medical conditions. \nPlease note that sunflowers are available while supplies last. Bundles of cut sunflowers are available for $3 per flower\, with all proceeds going directly to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut. Unfortunately\, due to high demand\, they are unable to reserve or hold sunflower bouquets\, and there are no flowers available for U-Pick or cut-your-own. \nButtonwood Farm\, located in Griswold\, Connecticut\, is not only known for its delectable homemade ice cream but also for the breathtaking sight of 14 acres of sunflowers. We have been recognized as one of the best places in Connecticut to enjoy ice cream. In 2003\, we initially planted one acre of sunflowers\, and to our surprise\, people flocked from miles away to marvel at the sunflowers and capture their beauty through photographs. At the end of the season\, we used the seeds as animal feed. Today\, we not only continue to utilize the seeds as feed but also sell sunflower bunches to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. \nCheck the status of the blooms on the Buttonwood Farm’s Instagram Page. \nThere are fun rides through the sunflower fields at Buttonwood Farm. A cover wagon pulled by a tractor and a cow ride for kids pulled by a tractor. \n \nDuring the festival\, you can experience more than 14 acres of blooming sunflowers\, embark on a delightful tractor-drawn hayride from 11 am until dusk\, and contribute to an incredible cause. Don’t forget to indulge in their exclusive sunflower ice cream\, available only during this event. \nCapture stunning photographs and create cherished memories amidst our sunflower fields and enjoy a scenic hayride through cow pastures and 4 acres of the Buttonwood Farm sunflower fields in full bloom. \nEach fresh-cut sunflower bunch is priced at $3 per flower\, with 100% of the proceeds directly benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut. We also offer t-shirts featuring an annual sunflower design on the front. Since 2004\, Buttonwood Farm has raised over a million dollars for Make-A-Wish through the sale of our magnificent sunflowers. \nThe Annual Buttonwood Farm Sunflower Festival is held every year in July. Please visit the farm’s website for up-to-date information about the dates and blooming times. \nButtonwood Farm is located at 473 Shetucket Turnpike\, Griswold\, CT 06351\, just about 10 miles from Foxwoods Resort Casino. Call Buttonwood Farm at 860-376-4081 or visit the Buttonwood Farms website to verify date changes.
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LOCATION:Buttonwood Farm\, 473 Shetucket Turnpike\, Griswold\, CT\, 06351
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SUMMARY:2023 Connecticut's No Child Left Inside Program Schedule
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut’s No Child Left Inside® (NCLI) Program is celebrating its joyous 18th anniversary! To mark this special occasion\, Connecticut State Parks is introducing exciting new events throughout the state. Prepare to embark on a delightful mix of new events and cherished favorites\, while also having the opportunity to meet new partners. \nBe sure to use #CTNCLI2023 and/or #CTStateParks when posting any photos on social media. \nNo Child Left Inside® Library Pass\nVisit your local library to pick up a No Child Left Inside® Library Pass. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is delighted to announce its continued partnership with the Connecticut Library Consortium. As part of this collaboration\, CT State Parks’ Centers and Historic Buildings Day Passes will be available at the main library branch in each Connecticut town. This initiative allows Connecticut residents traveling in a Connecticut registered vehicle to enjoy state parks and forests without the need to pay a parking fee. It’s a wonderful opportunity for residents to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of their state without any additional costs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor questions\, please email DEEP.NoChildLeftInside@ct.gov. \nConnecticut’s No Child Left Inside Program Schedule\nFamilies in the Parks Program 3 \nMemorial Day Weekend (May 27th and 28th). Visit CT DEEP Nature Centers\, Museums and Historic Buildings over the holiday weekend. Spend the day visiting and learning at one or several of our DEEP locations: \n\nDinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill\nGoodwin State Forest and Conservation Center in Hampton\nMeigs Point Nature Center in Madison\nKellogg Environmental Center and Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby\nFort Trumbull State Park Visitors Center in New London\nFort Griswold Battlefield State Park in Groton\nGillette Castle State Park in East Haddam\nPutnam Memorial State Park Visitors Center in Redding\nPeoples State Forest Nature Museum in Barkhamsted\nStratton Brook State Park Nature Center in Simsbury\nChatfield Hollow State Park-Oak Lodge Nature Center in Killingworth\n\nFamilies in the Parks Program 4 is CT Trails Day Weekend is June 3rd and 4th\, Connecticut Trails Day Weekend. Get out on the trails in CT and explore new places with your family and friends. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 5 is a Boating Day on June 10th at Burr Pond State Park in Torrington from 9 am to 3 pm.  Join us for a day of boating out on the pond.  No prior experience necessary.  Water safety and boating education will be provided before taking out a canoe\, kayak or paddle board.  There will also be hikes\, partner tables\, arts & crafts and more. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 6 is the week of June 19th. Summer Reading Kick-off Event(s). Visit your local library and DEEP Storywalks® (Summer Reading details and locations to follow) \nFamilies in the Parks Program 7 is a Pop-Up Program(s) in July. Program details and location(s) to follow on social media-DEEP State Parks Instagram and DEEP State Parks Facebook page. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 8 is a Boating Day on July 22nd at Hopeville Pond State Park in Griswold from 9 am to 3 pm.  Join us for a day of boating out on the pond.  No prior experience necessary.  Water safety and boating education will be provided before taking out a canoe\, kayak or paddle board.  There will also be hikes\, partner tables\, arts & crafts and more. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 9 is Dino Day on August 5th at Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill.  Come learn about all things geology and dinosaurs.  Visit the Nature Center\, go on a walk and enjoy the Storywalk®. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 10 is FREE Salt Water Fishing Day with Fish with CARE on August 12th at Fort Trumbull State Park (on the fishing pier) in New London\, Connecticut.  Enjoy time out on the fishing pier with friends and family.  Fish with CARE staff and volunteers will be there with fishing poles\, bait and will provide fishing instruction\, if needed. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 11 is a Boating Day on August 19 at Lake Waramaug State Park in Kent\, Connecticut.  Join us for a day of boating out on the pond.  No prior experience necessary.  Water safety and boating education will be provided before taking out a canoe\, kayak or paddle board.  There will also be hikes\, partner tables\, arts & crafts and more. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 12 is a Pop-Up Program(s) in September (program details and location(s) to follow on social media-DEEP State Parks Instagram (please note that a log-in may be required to access instagram) and DEEP State Parks Facebook page. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 13 is Hammonasset Day on October 7rd at Hammonassett Beach State Park in Madison\, Connecticut.  Celebrate nature and Native American culture. The event will be free\, held behind the nature center where you will find many exhibitors sharing information about the wildlife found in CT; Native American dancing\, and many special programs including live birds of prey \nFamilies in the Parks Program 14 is a Forestry Day on October 21st (weather date of October 22nd) at Goodwin State Forest in Hampton\, Connecticut. \nFamilies in the Parks Program 15  is a Pop-Up Program(s) in November (program details and location(s) to follow on follow on social media-DEEP State Parks Instagram and DEEP State Parks Facebook page \nFamilies in the Parks Program 16 is National Recycling Day-America Recycles Day on November 15th (program details and location to follow) \nRegistered families will be provided with weekly information and an agenda regarding the upcoming Families in the Parks Program.  Our NCLI Mascot Nuts 2 and his friends will again this year be sharing their photos on social media through our DEEP State Parks Facebook Page and DEEP State Parks Instagram page every Wednesday.
URL:https://kidsinconnecticut.com/event/connecticut-no-child-left-inside-program-schedule/
LOCATION:Hammonassett Beach State Park\, 1288 Boston Post Rd\, Madison\, CT\, 06443
CATEGORIES:Barkhamsted,Derby,East Haddam,Griswold,Groton,Hampton,Kent,Killingworth,Madison,New London,Redding,Rocky Hill,Simsbury
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