March 21 - November 10

Garden volunteer days are every Thursday starting on March 21 through November 10. Volunteer hours are 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and on Open House Sundays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Work alongside Master Gardeners in our organic gardens. Learn to sow, transplant, harvest and preserve open-pollinated vegetables and herbs. Enjoy keeping our native plant and pollinator gardens in good shape for beneficial wildlife, and participate in our Monarch Butterfly program.

We welcome volunteers. Send an email to info@garretsonfarm.org.

April 14- November 10

Guided tours of the homestead and gardens are available on the following dates from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. April 14 and 28; May 26; June 9 and 23; July 14 and 28; August 11 and 25; September 8 and 22; October 13 and 27; November 10 (last Open House of the year)

Monday, November 18th, 7-9:00pm

Fair Lawn: From Farms to Suburbs

This is a joint meeting with Garretson Forge and the Fair Lawn Historical Committee. The program will take place at the Fair Lawn Community Center, 10-10 20th St, Fair Lawn. Space is limited. Secure tickets through Eventbrite.

The program will feature speakers from Fair Lawn's 100 Year Anniversary Committee, the Fair Lawn Historic Preservation Commission, and Garretson Forge and Farm. They will discuss key moments and developments in Fair Lawn’s history, including significant land-use changes that shaped the borough into a thriving suburb with industrial and multifamily housing. Attendees will gain a unique perspective on Fair Lawn’s transformation and the community's rich heritage.

Presenters for the evening include Amy Hummerstone, Leslie Frucht, Pat Idone, Rick Hampson, Steven Taylor, and Matthew J. Correia. Their combined expertise will offer a deep dive into Fair Lawn’s past and present, connecting its agricultural origins to its contemporary landscape.

This event is free, but space is limited. Attendees must RSVP to secure their tickets through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fair-lawn-from-farms-to-suburbs-presentation-tickets-1075299061439?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sunday, December 1st, 1:00 – 3:30 PM

Create wreaths, swags, and other holiday decorations for your home using many different kinds of fresh cut evergreens. Decorate wisteria and grapevine wreath forms with a wide variety of materials including dried flowers, herbs, pinecones and pods. The cost of the workshop is $30.00 and includes all materials. Garretson Members pay $25.00. Space is limited and registration is required.

Space is limited to 12 participants. Please be sure to fill out the registration form. Please continue to payment through PayPal. Paying with PayPal is safe and easy and you do not need a PayPal account to pay - simply pay as a guest with your preferred credit card. Your registration is not complete until payment has been made.

Saturday, December 7th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The homestead is decorated in Victorian style and, in the Dutch tradition, Sinterklaas pays a visit to the enjoyment of adults and children alike. The festivities include a bake sale and a sale of holiday wreaths and handcrafted gifts.

• Kick off the holidays by visiting Garretson Forge & Farm to say hello to Sinterklaas and learn about Dutch Christmas traditions.
• Unique Gift Giving — Find one-of-a-kind wreaths, home-baked goods, jams, bean soup mixes, handcrafted holiday-themed linens, botanical soaps and skin creams, stocking stuffers and gift items, all reasonably priced.

The volunteers of Garretson Forge and Farm Restoration make this event possible.

Admission is free, but donations are welcomed.