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Summer Storywalks®
Highfield is excited to be hosting a summertime series of family Storywalks® beginning June 28th! In collaboration with the Falmouth Library Youth Services, Highfield will present a Storywalk ® along the ADA Accessible Historic Beech Tree Path for 10 weeks this summer. A new story will be installed each Monday, starting June 19, 2022 and ending August 29, 2022. The walk will begin at the gravel parking lot entrance and travel down among the musical instruments and beautiful historic Beech trees which are over 100 years old! Families will be able to enjoy the serene setting while reading a story […]
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Papercutting Workshop ~ “Tree of Life”
Papercutting Workshop ~ “Tree of Life”
Buy Now Learn a beloved folk tradition of many cultures. Using simple techniques and materials, you'll create at least one papercut to take home. This class is for anyone with or without artistic experience. The instructor, Tamar Shadur, is an experienced teacher with degrees in Art Education and a MEd. in ESL. Tamar is a tapestry designer and weaver who offers papercutting workshops as a way to pass on her late mother's expertise and legacy. Tamar also offers PowerPoint presentations, and her articles have appeared in various publications. Children 3rd grade and up, accompanied by an adult are welcome! Register online now or […]
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Farm to Table Fourth of July with Gail Blakely
Farm to Table Fourth of July with Gail Blakely
Buy Now Gail shares her take on the traditional Fourth of July barbecue Celebrate with the Fourth of July with a traditional barbecue with classic deviled eggs with olives, grilled chicken thighs and spareribs with a peanut butter barbecue sauce. We will also make saffron rice with fresh peas and marinated cherry tomatoes with radishes. Dessert will feature red, white and blue parfaits served with macaroons and holiday sprinkles! Grab a seat at the table TODAY! Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Fun with French – Session 1
Fun with French – Session 1
Buy Now L’ Amusement avec Francais! We invite children to join us for Session 1 of this fun and interactive French class. Participants will be introduced to the language and culture of France. Activities will include games like “Simon Says," the song “Frere Jacques," and the artist Monet! Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Buy Now Highfield is excited to be partnering with innerglow yoga again to offer an outdoor yoga series this summer! Join Michelle Itzkowitz, owner, founder and certified longtime instructor of innerglow yoga, for yoga on the lawn. Students will enjoy a relaxing and revitalizing session in the Gardens overlooking the beautiful Beebe woods. Classes will be held every Wednesday morning through the end of August from 9-10 am, weather permitting. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and mask! Pre-registration is required. Grab a spot today! Register online now or call us at 508-495-1878, ext. 2 Michelle has been studying yoga for over 20 years. […]
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Paper Arts & Crafts for Kids!
Paper Arts & Crafts for Kids!
Buy Now Join artist and elementary art educator, Elyse Kotakis, for a fun summer workshop! Young artists will explore the stunning works on view in the gallery as part of the exhibition, "Turning Cut Paper into Art" before returning to the studio to create their own masterpiece. Using inspiration and observations gleaned during their experience in the gallery, students will design a unique cut paper work of art. Students will think critically, build skill, get creative and have fun. What a wonderful way to kick off summer and savor the final days of this exhibit! Program appropriate for children ages […]
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Hydrangea Fest Talk with Lorraine Ballato ~ Success with Hydrangeas
Hydrangea Fest Talk with Lorraine Ballato ~ Success with Hydrangeas
Register Now Lorraine Ballato presents, "Success with Hydrangeas" No garden is complete without this queen of American shrubs. From 18-inch, container-sized, reblooming beauties to 8-foot explosions of multicolored zing, there is a hydrangea for every garden. Through slides and discussion, you’ll learn all about hydrangeas, including the many recent introductions that have hit the market, their proper care, and the hardy cultivars that perform well despite over-enthusiastic pruning and finicky weather. You’ll leave this talk never again having to ask the question, “Why doesn’t my hydrangea bloom?” Register online today or call us at 508-495-1878 ext. 2 As a professional […]
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Create a Portable Feast ~ Picnic Ideas with Kay Benaroch
Create a Portable Feast ~ Picnic Ideas with Kay Benaroch
Buy Now Learn how to prepare a gourmet picnic! Surprise your guests and/or family with these easy to make dishes--perfect for a picnic or boat trip! We'll prepare a chopped Greek salad and pork banh mi sandwiches accompanied by Chinese noodles in peanut sauce. Dessert will feature mason jar strawberry shortcakes. Homemade frozen lemonade will cap off this delicious summer meal! We hope you will enjoy this demonstration class with tastings. The menu may change due to availability of ingredients. Please contact us 48 hours in advance for an updated listing. This class is appropriate for ages 18 and up. […]
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Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Register Now Do you BELIEVE in Fairies??... Anna Holmes does! She’ll take you on an enchanting journey where you’ll create your very own miniature fairy-world garden design filled with magic. You’ll begin with a bewitching Fairy Story to spark your imagination. Then, you’ll find inspiration in nature as you take a short “gathering” walk to collect your woodland items. A “mini” fairy house, live tiny plants, a pond and special fairy trinkets will be provided. What to bring: YOUR IMAGINATION! This is one of our most popular workshops and sells out quickly. Class size is limited, so please register by […]
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Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Register Now Do you BELIEVE in Fairies??... Anna Holmes does! She’ll take you on an enchanting journey where you’ll create your very own miniature fairy-world garden design filled with magic. You’ll begin with a bewitching Fairy Story to spark your imagination. Then, you’ll find inspiration in nature as you take a short “gathering” walk to collect your woodland items. A “mini” fairy house, live tiny plants, a pond and special fairy trinkets will be provided. What to bring: YOUR IMAGINATION! This is one of our most popular workshops and sells out quickly. Class size is limited, so please register by […]
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Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Buy Now Highfield is excited to be partnering with innerglow yoga again to offer an outdoor yoga series this summer! Join Michelle Itzkowitz, owner, founder and certified longtime instructor of innerglow yoga, for yoga on the lawn. Students will enjoy a relaxing and revitalizing session in the Gardens overlooking the beautiful Beebe woods. Classes will be held every Wednesday morning through the end of August from 9-10 am, weather permitting. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and mask! Pre-registration is required. Grab a spot today! Register online now or call us at 508-495-1878, ext. 2 Michelle has been studying yoga for over 20 years. […]
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Caribbean BBQ Feast with Kay Benaroch
Caribbean BBQ Feast with Kay Benaroch
Buy Now Enjoy a taste of the islands without hopping on a plane! Tease your taste buds with BBQ shrimp and Grand Marnier chicken accompanied by rice and beans and carrot salad. Coconut chocolate macaroons round out this Caribbean feast! We hope you will enjoy this demonstration class with tastings. The menu may change due to availability of ingredients. Please contact us 48 hours in advance for an updated listing. This class is appropriate for ages 18 and up. If you’d like to bring a child, please let us know. Grab a seat at the table TODAY! Register online now or […]
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Arts and Crafts: Mask Making
Arts and Crafts: Mask Making
Buy Now The children will make two masks during the class using craft supplies of jewels, feathers, yarn and markers. Voice animation will be encouraged as we don our masks for theatrical fun! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. This program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Woods Hole Foundation Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Bread 101: Peasant Bread in Under Two Hours
Bread 101: Peasant Bread in Under Two Hours
Buy Now Gail shares her take on the traditional Fourth of July barbecue “The best, easiest bread you will ever make.” That’s how Alexandra Stafford describes her mother’s peasant bread, made famous in her blog, Alexandracooks.com. We have been making this bread in the Highfield kitchen for the past ten years, with great success. Participants will make their own bread and will leave with a bowl and whisk for future bread making, as well as their own freshly baked loaf. Stay tuned for Bread 102 in August! The menu may change due to availability of ingredients. Please contact us 48 […]
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Estate Walk
Estate Walk
Register Now Estate walks lead by our talented volunteer docents are a great way to discover & enjoy Highfield Hall & Gardens! Estate walks lead by our talented volunteer docents are a great way to discover & enjoy Highfield Hall & Gardens! Docent-led estate tours are offered free with admission and are held on the FIRST and THIRD Sunday of each month, June – October from noon to 1:00 PM, weather permitting. Regular scheduled walking tours are FREE with admission. They are available by pre-registration and first come, first served with a limit of 10 people per group. Discover the […]
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Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Register Now Do you BELIEVE in Fairies??... Anna Holmes does! She’ll take you on an enchanting journey where you’ll create your very own miniature fairy-world garden design filled with magic. You’ll begin with a bewitching Fairy Story to spark your imagination. Then, you’ll find inspiration in nature as you take a short “gathering” walk to collect your woodland items. A “mini” fairy house, live tiny plants, a pond and special fairy trinkets will be provided. What to bring: YOUR IMAGINATION! This is one of our most popular workshops and sells out quickly. Class size is limited, so please register by […]
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Fun with French – Session 2
Fun with French – Session 2
Buy Now Participants will be introduced to the language and culture of France. Students will illustrate a rainbow and create a clock with numbers and the phrases in French. We will also, identify the map of France and the country’s flag! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. This program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Woods Hole Foundation Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Buy Now Highfield is excited to be partnering with innerglow yoga again to offer an outdoor yoga series this summer! Join Michelle Itzkowitz, owner, founder and certified longtime instructor of innerglow yoga, for yoga on the lawn. Students will enjoy a relaxing and revitalizing session in the Gardens overlooking the beautiful Beebe woods. Classes will be held every Wednesday morning through the end of August from 9-10 am, weather permitting. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and mask! Pre-registration is required. Grab a spot today! Register online now or call us at 508-495-1878, ext. 2 Michelle has been studying yoga for over 20 years. […]
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Arts and Crafts: Create your own toy!
Arts and Crafts: Create your own toy!
Buy Now Join artist and elementary art educator, Elyse Kotakis, for a fun summer workshop! Young artists will explore the toys and games on view in the gallery as part of the exhibition, "Collectors Collecting Collections" before returning to the studio to create their very own toy! Using inspiration and observations made during their experience in the gallery, students will design a fun, functional and unique toy of their own. Students will think critically, skill build, get creative and have fun as they merge art and play! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. This program has been made possible […]
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Falmouth Jazz at Highfield ~ Michelle Willson
Falmouth Jazz at Highfield ~ Michelle Willson
Register Now Michelle Willson performs under the tent at Highfield, co-sponsored by Falmouth Jazz! Please join us for a rousing jazz and rhythm & blues music concert that will rock the tent at Highfield Hall! Known to blues lovers around the world as "Evil Gal" and appreciated as a passionate and gifted performer, bandleader and songwriter, Michelle Willson has received rave reviews wherever she plays. She has recorded and released four critically acclaimed albums, won numerous awards, and is featured on blues radio all around the globe. Her original music was even featured in the HBO series "Mind of the […]
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Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Fairy Garden Workshop for Children of All Ages
Register Now Do you BELIEVE in Fairies??... Anna Holmes does! She’ll take you on an enchanting journey where you’ll create your very own miniature fairy-world garden design filled with magic. You’ll begin with a bewitching Fairy Story to spark your imagination. Then, you’ll find inspiration in nature as you take a short “gathering” walk to collect your woodland items. A “mini” fairy house, live tiny plants, a pond and special fairy trinkets will be provided. What to bring: YOUR IMAGINATION! This is one of our most popular workshops and sells out quickly. Class size is limited, so please register by […]
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Arts and Crafts: Fairy Dolls Workshop
Arts and Crafts: Fairy Dolls Workshop
Buy Now Make a fairy doll to take home using your imagination and lots of fun craft materials. Read a story together about fairies and explore the fairy houses at Highfield! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. This program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Woods Hole Foundation Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Buy Now Highfield is excited to be partnering with innerglow yoga again to offer an outdoor yoga series this summer! Join Michelle Itzkowitz, owner, founder and certified longtime instructor of innerglow yoga, for yoga on the lawn. Students will enjoy a relaxing and revitalizing session in the Gardens overlooking the beautiful Beebe woods. Classes will be held every Wednesday morning through the end of August from 9-10 am, weather permitting. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and mask! Pre-registration is required. Grab a spot today! Register online now or call us at 508-495-1878, ext. 2 Michelle has been studying yoga for over 20 years. […]
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Arts and Crafts: Puppets at Play
Arts and Crafts: Puppets at Play
Buy Now Children will make their very own sock puppet, so you must bring a sock that fits the child's hand. White socks are best, but any color will work. All other supplies will be provided. We will use animated voice instructions to enhance playing with the puppets! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. This program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Woods Hole Foundation Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Author Casey Sherman Reads From His Book
Author Casey Sherman Reads From His Book
Buy Now Master storyteller Casey Sherman reads from his book Hell Town, the untold story of a serial killer on Cape Cod. Sherman is an American author, journalist, and screenwriter. Several of his books have been made into major motion pictures or are in development. Books will be available for purchase from Eight Cousins. Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Music Under the Tent ~ Guy Van Duser and Billy Novick
Music Under the Tent ~ Guy Van Duser and Billy Novick
Register Now Music Under the Tent at Highfield Join us for the swinging jazzy sound of acoustic guitarist Guy Van Duser and clarinetist Billy Novick. This duo has been performing their unique style of classic American jazz for over 40 years! Combining Guy's sophisticated, elegant guitar style with Billy's soulful clarinet, they have delighted audiences all over the country with the passion, warmth and wit of their music. They have released ten recordings as a duo, made many guest appearances on "A Prairie Home Companion Show," and have been the feature of a 30-minute interview on NPR's "All Things Considered." […]
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Summer Fun: Under the Sea
Summer Fun: Under the Sea
Buy Now Explore and learn about sea critters with an educator from the Marine Biological Laboratory. Learn about our local marine ecology and interact with real live animals! Children will create their own original sea critter as a craft activity. This program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Woods Hole Foundation Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Healthy Cooking Class for Kids
Healthy Cooking Class for Kids
Buy Now Join Culinary Instructor, Kay Benaroch in the Highfield Hall professional kitchen to try your hand at easy healthy cooking for kids! You’ll work together to create muffin-tin meatloaves using ground turkey and veggies, mini calzones using pizza dough and yogurt and mixed berry smoothies. This is a hands on cooking class and you may take your recipes with you to try at home! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Yoga at Highfield with Innerglow
Buy Now Highfield is excited to be partnering with innerglow yoga again to offer an outdoor yoga series this summer! Join Michelle Itzkowitz, owner, founder and certified longtime instructor of innerglow yoga, for yoga on the lawn. Students will enjoy a relaxing and revitalizing session in the Gardens overlooking the beautiful Beebe woods. Classes will be held every Wednesday morning through the end of August from 9-10 am, weather permitting. Please bring your own mat, water bottle and mask! Pre-registration is required. Grab a spot today! Register online now or call us at 508-495-1878, ext. 2 Michelle has been studying yoga for over 20 years. […]
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Arts and Crafts: Mask Making
Arts and Crafts: Mask Making
Buy Now The children will make two masks during the class using craft supplies of jewels, feathers, yarn and markers. Voice animation will be encouraged as we don our masks for theatrical fun! This program is appropriate for ages 5 - 10. This program has been made possible by a generous grant from the Woods Hole Foundation Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2
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Highfield Celebrates 2022 ~ Lobsters & Laughs with a Clambake and Comedy Night!
Highfield Celebrates 2022 ~ Lobsters & Laughs with a Clambake and Comedy Night!
Buy Now We invite you to join us for our 7th Annual Fundraiser: Lobsters & Laughs Friday, August 5, 2021 5:30 – 9:00 pm Cocktails, Comedy Performance, Dinner & Live Auction Tickets: $225 Members / $250 Non Member Table of 6: $1300 Member / $1400 Non Member Table of 8: $1700 Member / $1800 Non Member Attire – Clambake Casual Enjoy a clambake dinner from Clambakes, Etc. and comedy provided by Lenny Clarke! Proceeds from Highfield Celebrates! benefit Highfield’s exhibitions, music series, and educational programming. Our mission is to honor the beauty and historic significance of the house and grounds […]