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Tag: Beeswax Candles

  • Saturday, November 13, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Beeswax Candles, Online

    Practice the meditative art of candle making on November 13 from 2 – 4 with Alysia Mazzella who Vogue Magazine suggests kicked off the recent reboot of this ancient craft. Discover the wonders of beeswax, with its lovely honey aroma and ability to burn without smoking or dripping, unlike paraffin. She will walk you through traditional hand dipping techniques to make a pair of tapers. Students will source materials per instructor guidelines. This New York Botanical Garden class is $45 for members, $49 for nonmembers. Register at www.nybg.org

  • Saturday, October 3 – Sunday, October 4, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Keep it Local Fall Festival at Drumlin Farm

    The theme of this year’s festival, “Keep it Local,” reminds us to celebrate all that autumn has to offer in New England. Taste freshly picked produce from our fields or pick your own, come enjoy live music each day, and meet some of our native furry critters. Visitors can: • Savor fresh Drumlin Farm food • See antique cars • Meet the wildlife! • Feel the beat with live music by the Ancient Mariners Saturday 11:00 am-3:00 pm and Mollie’s Misfits on Sunday 11:00 am-3:00 pm • Buy fresh and festive fall pumpkins, wool, and more at our country store • Enjoy a hayride around the farm—a fall Drumlin tradition • Watch local crafters creating their work, or try your hand at rolling your own beeswax candles • Participate in children’s activities and games • Learn about certified Bird Friendly®, Bird and Beans® coffee! Purchase tickets in advance by calling 781-259-2206. Admission prices are $8 adults/ $6 children for members, and $10 adults/ $8 children for nonmembers, children under age 2 are free. Event runs rain or shine. Check in faster by preregistering! Preregistration is good for either Saturday or Sunday. Drumlin Farm will be closed to general visitation for both members and nonmembers on October 3 and 4. Your ticket price provides critical support for Massachusetts Audubon’s education and conservation programs.