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Are you interested in learning more about the Community Supported Sholan Farms? We certainly were, read the blog below and hopefully you will have a better understanding.

We visited Sholan Farms in recently and what a treat!  Sholan Farms is located at 1125 Pleasant St. in Leominster, MA.  Come to find out Sholan Farms is a farm that is owned by the City of Leominster but run by the Friends of Sholan Farms.

This is a community supported non-profit organization.  So they rely solely on their sponsors, members and volunteers.  Yes, you can help!

Where Is The Beautiful Sholan Farms?

The location of Sholan Farms is beautiful.  The farm is located on a hilltop with panoramic views.  Here, you can see the surrounding county side and on a clear day, you may even see Boston, Massachusetts.  You will love the view!

Sholan Farms has a variety of volunteers from planting, mowing, cashiers, mulcher, raspberry and blueberry picker, apple picker and the list goes on.  When it comes to a farm many hands make light work, so you know they never turn a volunteer away.  When you have volunteered 10 hours, you receive half off on apples.

Donations Accepted

What if you cannot volunteer but still want to be a part?  You can become a member for a small donation and your donation is used to help the farm.  Your membership entitles you to discounts.  You may also attend meetings throughout the year.  If this is something that is of interest to you, please contact cindyafleur@sholanfarms.com.

In February and March, it is apple tree pruning time.  If you are interested in learning about the art of pruning, this is for you.  Check out their website @ http://www.sholanfarms.com .

Here, you will find the times and other important information.  Are you ready for an interactive learning experience? You will be well prepared to do some pruning.

Wonderful Sholan Farms Activites Year Round

Mid May is the Apple Blossom Festival. The Festival is an event the whole family can enjoy with children’s activities, crafters, pony rides, music and food trucks.  You do not want to miss it!

The astounding success of the Sholan Farms Apple Blossom Festival is a direct product of the committed energy of many members of our community. Without their dedication, support and participation, producing this event would not be possible.

Since 2002, the Apple Blossom Festival has grown and become a community event almost synonymous with spring to both local residents and visitors alike.  (sholanfarms.com)

July and August are pick your own raspberries and blueberries season.  You will love snacking on these farm fresh fruits.

The end of August starts the apple picking season which is daily from 10am-5pm.  There is also free wagon rides, hiking and just a great time by all. The store shelves will be stocked with fresh picked apples, peaches, homemade jelly, honey from our own hives, cider and when in season; gourds, mums, squash, pumpkins and more.

The bakers will be busy again making apple deserts and other treats. Our concession stand will be open on weekends serving, apple crisp, cider, coffee, cookies and other special delights. (sholanfarms.com)

The Johnny Appleseed Homecrafters Weekend

The Johnny Appleseed Homecrafters Weekend is Sept 16 – Sept 17,  2018, 10am-4pm. Come to the annual Art and Craft Festival at Sholan Farms. Due to the popularity of this event it is now being extended for two days. You will love it!

Find handcrafted creations made by expert Artists and Artisans, and meet the actual makers of the work. Enjoy apple picking, great assortment of food trucks, free wagon rides, enjoy live music and other entertainment. (solanfarms.com)

Mid September is the Cream of the Crop Weekend!  This year it is Sept 23 – Sept 24, 2018.  This is when the Macoun Apples are expected to be ready to pick.

The Macoun was developed in 1932 and is named after a famous Canadian fruit breeder.  It is known around the farm as the no-fat dessert.  Sure to satisfy most sweet tooths.  But hurry they are only around in the fall and you do not want to miss out.