Pumpkin Vine Family Farm

CANCELED - Music and The Spheres
2023-08-25 18:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Music & the Spheres: An Extravaganza of Music & Astronomy
August 25th from 6:30pm – 10pm

Join us for an immersive experience of art and nature under the panoramic skies of Pumpkin Vine Farm. Be transported by the beauty and wonder of music and astronomy in an evening you’ll never forget.
“The universe sings a deep, eternal song, sound in waves, in deep sighs, in whispers, in swirling chords and rising, falling tones. The music of the worlds, weaving in a pattern that is both chaos and order, both beauty and terror, without beginning, without end. – Jessica Khoury
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and find your perfect place on our special event lawn. Enjoy the beauty of the sky as the sun slides into darkness over the hills and the dark skies bloom.
The evening starts at 6:30pm with live music performed by Katherine Liccardo on fiddle and Matt Consul on mandolin/fiddle. Other musical guests to be announced! We will take you on a musical journey of traditional celtic fiddle music and original tunes inspired by nature.

Then, gather around a small campfire from for the Smoky Social Hour, to meet your neighbors in a mosquito-safe zone : ) We’ll provide marshmallows and twigs, or you can bring your own snacks. Storytelling encouraged!
The astronomy portion of the evening starts at 8:00pm. Using a massive 14” Newtonian Reflector Telescope, Rebecca will take you on a comprehensive tour of the night sky with a special focus on the full moon. You will leave the experience with a deeper understanding of how every object in the Universe is intimately connected… including yourself!

The event is free and open to the public, however donations to the musicians and astronomer are encouraged – if you are able! – with a suggested donation of $15 for each portion, or $30 for the evening. 100% of your donation goes to support these talented professionals and enables us to bring them to our beautiful site and keep it accessible for all.

The Petra And Mo Show
2023-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Come enjoy The Petra & Mo Show, Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 10am – 2pm here at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm!

We’re very excited to bring The Petra and Mo Show to Pumpkin Vine Family Farm!
The Petra and Mo Show is an interactive puppet musical about a giraffe named Petra and a Mouse named Mo, who live in a Treehouse and are making a show. It tells a story about being together and saying goodbye through puppetry, live music, and a little help from the audience. Since 2019, The Petra and Mo Show has been performed for audiences of all ages and toured to schools, camps, playgrounds, libraries, and parks in coastal Maine.
Be sure to come out to Somerville, Maine for this special event, Sunday, August 20 beginning at 10 am ( arrive about 15 min early for a pre show art activity!). While you’re here you can also enjoy all the delicacies the local farmers have prepared for our weekly Farmers Market.
And, do not to miss our first annual Goat Pageant and the crowning of the 2023 Dairy Queen later in the afternoon!
We’re Grateful to These Sponsors
We’d like to say a big Thank You to the following folks for helping us bring The Petra and Mo Show to Pumpkin Vine Family Farm for all to enjoy Free of Charge! As always, donations for our special events and arts programming are always welcome and greatly appreciated.
Costume Designer ($250)
Union Farm Equipment
Stagehand ($50)
FIORE Olive Oils
Liberty Graphics
The Pour Farm

The Petra And Mo Show
2023-08-13 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
Come enjoy The Petra & Mo Show, Sunday, August 13, 2023 from 12pm – 1:30pm here at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm!

We’re very excited to bring The Petra and Mo Show to Pumpkin Vine Family Farm!
The Petra and Mo Show is an interactive puppet musical about a giraffe named Petra and a Mouse named Mo, who live in a Treehouse and are making a show. It tells a story about being together and saying goodbye through puppetry, live music, and a little help from the audience. Since 2019, The Petra and Mo Show has been performed for audiences of all ages and toured to schools, camps, playgrounds, libraries, and parks in coastal Maine.
Be sure to come out to Somerville, Maine for this special event, Sunday, August 13 from 12pm – 1:30pm. While you’re here you can also enjoy all the delicacies the local farmers have prepared for our weekly Farmers Market.
And, do not to miss our first annual Goat Pageant and the crowning of the 2023 Dairy Queen later in the afternoon!
The Rain Date for this event is August 20th.
We’re Grateful to These Sponsors
We’d like to say a big Thank You to the following folks for helping us bring The Petra and Mo Show to Pumpkin Vine Family Farm for all to enjoy Free of Charge! As always, donations for our special events and arts programming are always welcome and greatly appreciated.
Costume Designer ($250)
Union Farm Equipment
Stagehand ($50)
FIORE Olive Oils
Liberty Graphics
The Pour Farm

Deep Space Astronomy
2023-08-11 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join us from 9:00 – 11:00 pm here at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm for some Deep Space Astronomy!
Local astronomer Rebecca Spitz, of In Focus Astronomy, has offered up her expertise and her telescope for a guided tour of the universe!

Using her state-of-the-art massive 14” Newtonian Reflector ​observational telescope on a dark sky night, Rebecca will take you on a comprehensive tour of the night sky. You will leave the experience with a deeper understanding of how every object in the Universe is intimately connected… including yourself. Let your curiosity flourish!
Rebecca shares: “At In Focus Astronomy our goal is to build a mental bridge connecting the scientific discoveries of astrophysics with the natural beauty observed through our telescopes. Our methods of forming this connection make our stargazing experiences unique events that will have you begging the question: how am I related to even the most distant objects in our Universe?”
Observation is from 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., but we recommend arriving around 8:30p.m. to set up your chairs or picnic blankets.
Please register below as attendance is capped at 25.
We suggest bringing the following items with you:
Camp chair or picnic blanket to sit on in between observing
A headlamp with a red light setting (white light or bright LED lights ruin night vision)
Close toed shoes
An extra layer to keep warm
Cost:
There is no charge for this event. Donations are encouraged. $15 for adults, $5 for kids 5 and up.
A Note About Weather:

In Focus Astronomy recognizes that inclement weather may arrive at any time without warning. We require clear skies to provide the best stargazing experience possible. If In Focus Astronomy is certain the weather will interfere with stargazing, we will reschedule the event from Friday to Saturday. If the weather interferes with stargazing on Saturday, the event is canceled. In the event Friday and Saturday both have a 50/50 chance of being clear, In Focus Astronomy will run the program as scheduled on Friday. Upon registering, participants will receive detailed information on how to sign up for rescheduling or cancellation alerts.

Goat Hikes Session 2
2023-08-06 13:30 - 14:30 UTC, 2023-07-30 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York), 2023-07-16 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York), 2023-07-09 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York), 2023-07-02 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York), 2023-06-11 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Pumpkin Vine Family Farm, 217 Hewett Rd., Somerville, Maine, 04348
Goat Hikes
Schedule a hike with the friendly goats at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm!
For a full description and video of our goat hikes, click here.
We’re committed to sharing the farm with everyone, so there is no charge for the hike, however, if you are able, there is a recommended donation of $5/person or $20/family, Donations support trail maintenance along with the training and care of the trail goats. You can make your donation at the farm on the day of your hike. Just look for the donation jar at the main table.
We limit the number of hikers to 10 per session, so that everyone can have a chance to interact with the goats. If your party is more than 10 people, please find a session that is fully open. Then, complete the registration form below and show that you’re bringing 10 guests. This will reserve your spot. You’ll then need to email us at info@pumpkinvinefamilyfarm.com to let us know the total number in your party and we’ll try to accommodate you.
If you need to cancel, please let us know by 9 am on the morning of your hike. You can text or call Kelly at (207) 549-3096.
Prepare For Your Hike:
We recommend getting to the farm a half an hour early, so you can visit the baby goats in the barn and shop at the farmers market, which offers some great snacks for the hike (think smoothies and cheese sticks!)
Safe = Fun!
Our goats have been hand reared from birth and are fully a member of their human herd. They love people but do not always realize where their horn tips are, so adults need to supervise children’s interactions with them. Children younger than 4 must be able to be carried if the situation warrants.
Be prepared for a Maine outdoor activity, so you can make the most of your time with our goats. We recommend you wear waterproof boots in the spring and a hat and sunscreen in the summer. A water bottle and bug spray are always a good idea, and be sure to check for ticks afterward.
Our safety waiver is now available online — by registering for a hike, you agree to the waiver for yourself and all members of your party, including any minors in your party. We ask that you share the link to the waiver with everyone accompanying you to the farm.
If it rains or is over 90, we usually cancel or reschedule hikes to avoid stressing the animals (and the people!).
To reserve your spot for the hike please click on the “register” button below and complete the registration form that appears. Be sure to let us know how many there will be in your party to help us with accurate registration numbers. Thanks so much for your help.
We look forward to seeing you at the farm!

Goat Hikes Session 1
2023-08-06 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-07-30 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-07-16 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-07-09 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-07-02 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-06-11 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Pumpkin Vine Family Farm, 217 Hewett Rd., Somerville, Maine, 04348

Solar Sunday
2023-07-30 12:00 - 14:00, 2023-07-02 12:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-04 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
This Sunday is a Solar Sunday at The Pumpkin Vine Family Farm Farmers Market!

Join In Focus Astronomy for Solar Sunday as part of our Sunday Farmers Market!
Local astronomer, Rebecca Spitz of In Focus Astronomy, will have her specialized solar telescope set up at the Farmers Market from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Drop in anytime to observe the Sun and ask your burning questions about Earth’s closest star!
Rebecca shares: “At In Focus Astronomy our goal is to build a mental bridge connecting the scientific discoveries of astrophysics with the natural beauty observed through our telescopes. Our methods of forming this connection make our experiences unique events that will have you begging the question: how am I related to even the most distant objects in our Universe?”

There is no charge for this event but donations are always greatly appreciated and go toward helping other families enjoy our solar viewing, stargazing, and lunar viewing events.

Lunar Viewing Party
2023-07-28 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join us from 9:00pm – 11:00pm pm here at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm for a Lunar Viewing Party!
Local astronomer Rebecca Spitz, of In Focus Astronomy, has offered up her expertise and her telescope for an up close view of the moon!

Because the light from a bright Moon washes out the Milky Way and some of the fainter deep space objects, the Lunar Experience focuses on the amazing features on the surface of the Moon. We will show you craters in detail you never thought imaginable!
Observation is from 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., but we recommend arriving around 8:30pm to set up your chairs or picnic blankets.
Please register below as attendance is capped at 25.
We suggest bringing the following items with you:
Camp chair or picnic blanket to sit on in between observing
A headlamp with a red light setting (white light or bright LED lights ruin night vision)
Close toed shoes
An extra layer to keep warm
Cost
There is no charge for this event. Donations are encouraged. $15 for adults, $5 for kids 5 and up.
A Note About Weather
In Focus Astronomy recognizes that inclement weather may arrive at any time without warning. We require clear skies to provide the best stargazing experience possible. If In Focus Astronomy is certain the weather will interfere with stargazing, we will reschedule the event from Friday to Saturday. If the weather interferes with stargazing on Saturday, the event is canceled. In the event Friday and Saturday both have a 50/50 chance of being clear, In Focus Astronomy will run the program as scheduled on Friday. Upon registering, participants will receive detailed information on how to sign up for rescheduling or cancellation alerts.

Yoga Class
2023-07-16 15:30 - 16:30 UTC, 2023-07-09 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York), 2023-07-02 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York), 2023-06-25 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York), 2023-06-04 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York), 2023-05-28 15:30 - 16:30 UTC, 2023-05-21 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Yoga Classes
Come enjoy a mindful yoga class in the fields at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm!
You are warmly invited to join in a mindful yoga class outside after the Farmers Market at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm this season! The practice will be Hatha yoga, all levels/experience welcome, with a focus on breath, inner allegiance, and greater connection to oneself and one’s environment.
Classes are from 3:30-4:30pm on Sundays.
Our Spring Session runs May 21, 28, and June 4 .
Our Summer Session will be held June 25, July 2, 9, and 16th.
Our Fall Session will be September 3, 10, 17 & 24.
Suggested cost $12-$15 per class but no one will be turned away due to inability to pay.
Please bring a yoga mat and any props you would like for support, water bottle, wear comfortable clothing and sunscreen if desired.
Class size limited to 20 participants so please sign up below to reserve your space or drop in if you’d rather. Please arrive 10 minutes early to walk to our class space and sign a waiver form.

Music and The Spheres
2023-07-15 19:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO THE HIGH PROBABILIITY OF THUNDERSTORMS
Come to Somerville, ME and join us for
Music & the Spheres: An Extravaganza of Music & Astronomy

Join us for an immersive experience of art and nature under the panoramic skies of Pumpkin Vine Farm. Be transported by the beauty and wonder of music and astronomy in an evening you’ll never forget.
“The universe sings a deep, eternal song, sound in waves, in deep sighs, in whispers, in swirling chords and rising, falling tones. The music of the worlds, weaving in a pattern that is both chaos and order, both beauty and terror, without beginning, without end. – Jessica Khoury
Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and find your perfect place on our special event lawn. Enjoy the beauty of the sky as the sun slides into darkness over the hills and the dark skies bloom.
The evening starts at 7pm with live music performed by Katherine Liccardo on fiddle and Matt Consul on mandolin/fiddle. Other musical guests to be announced! We will take you on a musical journey of traditional celtic fiddle music and original tunes inspired by nature.

Gather around a small campfire from 8:30 – 9:30 for the Smoky Social Hour, to meet your neighbors in a mosquito-safe zone : ) We’ll provide marshmallows and twigs, or you can bring your own snacks. Storytelling encouraged!
Deep Sky observations start at 9:30. Using a massive 14” Newtonian Reflector Telescope, Rebecca will take you on a comprehensive tour of the night sky. You will leave the experience with a deeper understanding of how every object in the Universe is intimately connected… including yourself!

The event is free and open to the public, however donations to the musicians and astronomer are encouraged – if you are able! – with a suggested donation of $15 for each portion, or $30 for the evening. 100% of your donation goes to support these talented professionals and enables us to bring them to our beautiful site and keep it accessible for all.

Deep Space Astronomy
2023-06-16 21:30 - 23:30 (America/New_York)
Join us from 9:30 – 11:30 pm here at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm for some Deep Space Astronomy!
Local astronomer Rebecca Spitz, of In Focus Astronomy, has offered up her expertise and her telescope for a guided tour of the universe!

Using her state-of-the-art massive 14” Newtonian Reflector ​observational telescope on a dark sky night, Rebecca will take you on a comprehensive tour of the night sky. You will leave the experience with a deeper understanding of how every object in the Universe is intimately connected… including yourself. Let your curiosity flourish!
Rebecca shares: “At In Focus Astronomy our goal is to build a mental bridge connecting the scientific discoveries of astrophysics with the natural beauty observed through our telescopes. Our methods of forming this connection make our stargazing experiences unique events that will have you begging the question: how am I related to even the most distant objects in our Universe?”
Observation is from 9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., but we recommend arriving around 9:00p.m. to set up your chairs or picnic blankets.
Please register below as attendance is capped at 25.
We suggest bringing the following items with you:
Camp chair or picnic blanket to sit on in between observing
A headlamp with a red light setting (white light or bright LED lights ruin night vision)
Close toed shoes
An extra layer to keep warm
Cost:
There is no charge for this event. Donations are encouraged. $15 for adults, $5 for kids 5 and up.
A Note About Weather:

In Focus Astronomy recognizes that inclement weather may arrive at any time without warning. We require clear skies to provide the best stargazing experience possible. If In Focus Astronomy is certain the weather will interfere with stargazing, we will reschedule the event from Friday to Saturday. If the weather interferes with stargazing on Saturday, the event is canceled. In the event Friday and Saturday both have a 50/50 chance of being clear, In Focus Astronomy will run the program as scheduled on Friday. Upon registering, participants will receive detailed information on how to sign up for rescheduling or cancellation alerts.

Lunar Viewing Party
2023-06-03 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Due to poor weather, this event has been CANCELLED. Check out our other upcoming events this summer!
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Join us from 9pm – 11pm here at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm for a Lunar Viewing Party!
Local astronomer Rebecca Spitz, of In Focus Astronomy, has offered up her expertise and her telescope for an up close view of the moon!

Because the light from a bright Moon washes out the Milky Way and some of the fainter deep space objects, the Lunar Experience focuses on the amazing features on the surface of the Moon. We will show you craters in detail you never thought imaginable!
Observation is from 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., but we recommend arriving around 8:30 to set up your chairs or picnic blankets.
Please register below as attendance is capped at 25.
We suggest bringing the following items with you:
Camp chair or picnic blanket to sit on in between observing
A headlamp with a red light setting (white light or bright LED lights ruin night vision)
Close toed shoes
An extra layer to keep warm
Cost
There is no charge for this event. Donations are encouraged. $15 for adults, $5 for kids 5 and up.
A Note About Weather
In Focus Astronomy recognizes that inclement weather may arrive at any time without warning. We require clear skies to provide the best stargazing experience possible. If In Focus Astronomy is certain the weather will interfere with stargazing, we will reschedule the event from Friday to Saturday. If the weather interferes with stargazing on Saturday, the event is canceled. In the event Friday and Saturday both have a 50/50 chance of being clear, In Focus Astronomy will run the program as scheduled on Friday. Upon registering, participants will receive detailed information on how to sign up for rescheduling or cancellation alerts.
