there's a lot to do @ rohrbach's!
This year we want to invite you & your family to gather on our family farm. Enjoy the beautiful weather & soak in the amazing views of the surrounding countryside. Use our spacious outdoor seating & picnic tables. Stop by & grab lunch in our Deli (opens on May 26th) or Big Dan's BBQ (see open hours); no need to rush, sit and enjoy, let the kids play in our Kids Garden and get some much needed R&R!
We have many fun, educational and exciting events planned for you and your family this season.
We have many fun, educational and exciting events planned for you and your family this season.
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Toddler Time @ The Farm
Every Friday from 10 am - 12 pm (April through August) Come on over to the farm for Toddler Time! Recommended for all Pre-K ages. Each week will consist of exciting new stories, educational crafts to help build fine motor skills, then ends with a 30-minute music & movement section to shake all those sillies out. $1/ toddler; adult supervision required. Will be held in the Barn Loft. No registration needed. |
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CRAFT & HOBBY NIGHT @ THE FARM
May 31st, June 28th, July 19th & August 31st 4-7 pm Calling all crafters, hobbyists and board game enthusiasts! Come out to our Craft & Hobby Night @ The Farm! Bring along a project that you’ve been working on, one you’ve wanted to start or your favorite board game. If you prefer, we will have make & take craft kits available for purchase. Don’t forget your supplies, but please no irons. While you’re here, grab some dinner at Big Dan’s BBQ. Stop by Freas Farm Winery, serving their PA Preferred wines, hard cider and craft beer on tap to enjoy while you’re here. This event is for ages 21 + older only. |
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BOOK SIGNING
Friday, June 9th 4-6pm Come meet the Author, our very own Denise Bosworth & the illustrator, Bennett Longmire, Denise is the 4th Generation Owner & Operator of Rohrbach's Farm in Catawissa. She is passionate about farming & agricultural education. Bennett is an accomplished artist whose illustrations will delight you & your children. Get your copy of the book signed by both Denise & Bennett. Through this book, you will experience the lifecycle of strawberries through the eyes of 3 curious children. This story is based on Rohrbach's, a Pennsylvania family farm and is full of agricultural education Books will be available for sale for $12 +tax. Click here for more info. |
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AGRICULTURE CAMP
June 12 - 16th Last year's Ag Camp was such a big hit we expanded it this year! Students finishing Kindergarten to finishing 8th grade can join us on the farm for hands on learning & education! We also have a homeschool day! In partnership with the PA Mobile Ag Lab & the Children's Museum, each day will be filled with guest speakers & experiences to help children learn about careers & agriculture practices. Be sure to join us on Thursday morning this week as well for independent learning experiences. Click here for information & to register |
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KIDS SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Thursdays 10 am & 11 am Beginning on June 15th, Kids Summer Workshops are held every Thursday through August 10th at 10 am & 11 am. These workshops are both educational & fun! This summer we will be learning about our Orchard fruits, kangaroos, drums, Wildlife, agriculture, exercise & goats. You'll even get to meet some furry friends! All for only $1 per child. Click here for the full line up. |
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FATHERS DAY BASEBALL BASH
Saturday, June 17th 11 am - 2 pm Come celebrate Father’s Day at the Farm with team mascot “Champ” from the Scranton/Wilkes Barres minor league team, the Rail Riders. Champ will be here for a Baseball themed story time from 11-11:30 for ages 2-7 and then for a Baseball Bash from 12 – 2 pm. Kids can make a card and special craft for Dad. The Rail Riders are also offering special discounted tickets through our farm for the June 25th game. Kids will have the opportunity to play catch on the field. Scan the QR code to the left or click here to order your tickets. |
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KIDS COOKING CLASSES
June 20th, July 11th & August 1st Our Kids Cooking Classes are back for kids who love to cook or want to learn! Aspects of this class include a focus on planning healthy menus, sourcing seasonal foods & the importance of food safety. Each class will feature different menu items. Kids will come home with recipes, resource handouts & inspiration to help in the kitchen. Reservations are required at $30/ participant. (Click here for more info) |
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GIANT BUBBLE WORKSHOP
June 21st & July 15th Come & make your own giant bubbles! We will provide the bubble mixture, a recipe for future use and a bucket with lid. We will also make a wooden bubble wand. Or, if you prefer, you can purchase a pre-made wand for $5. This workshop is for independent workers and registration is required. |
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FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT:
STRAWBERRY RIDGE June 23rd 5 - 7 pm Bring your lawn chair and stop by Big Dan's for delicious eats then join us in the yard for a free outdoor concert with Strawberry Ridge. It's the best of summer with bluegrass, blues and folk tunes. You will be swaying and toe tapping! Freas Farm Winery will be serving their PA Preferred wines and Turkey Hill Brewing on Tap. Strawberries are in season and you will want to enjoy some of our delicious Strawberry Desserts! |
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GUINEA PIG WORKSHOP
June 24th 11am - 12 pm Join us for a special Saturday Guinea Pig Workshop with Katie Bartilomo. Katie will teach about basic guinea pig care and their likes and dislikes. Katie will have lots of little friends with her for participants to pet, feed and take pictures with. Ideal for ages 3-10, adult supervision required. $1 per child, no registration necessary. |
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SCALYSITES: SPECIAL NEEDS & ABILITIES ENCOUNTER
July 1st 10 am All of our reptile friends will be back on the farm for a reptile encounter. This program is limited to our special needs & abilities friends so that they can enjoy a quieter, spacious environment. This event is free, but donations will be accepted for Scalysites to cover food costs for the animals. The Scalysites swag shop will also be open ($). This program will be approximately 30 minutes. Stay & enjoy some fun reptile themed games & crafts after the show too! |
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SCALYSITES REPTILE ENCOUNTER
July 1st 11 am We welcome Braiden & the Scalysites critters back to the farm for an educational experience to learn about creepy crawlies & their behaviors. Presentations will be approximately 30 minutes. Braiden will be available after the programs to answer more questions. This is a free event, however, donations to Scalysites will be accepted to cover food costs for the animals. The Scalysites swag shop will also be open ($). Stay & enjoy some fun reptile themed games & crafts after the show too! |
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KIDS SUMMER ART CAMP
July 26th, 27th & 28th Day Camp: 9 am - 12 pm (FULL) Evening Camp: 5 pm - 8 pm Are you looking for something fun and creative for your child to do during their summer break? Rohrbach's will again be having Kids Art Camp this summer! Taught by Jane McHale, Art Camp will be three days full of creativity! Click here for more info. |
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WHOOPIEPALOOZA
July 29th 11 am - 6 pm Whoopie pies are such a big deal to us, they get their own holiday! Come celebrate with us. Try & guess the “Mystery Flavor for a prize!” We have a HUGE variety of mini whoopie pies – perfect to mix and match! Winnie the Whoopie Pie will be on site for photos! Don’t forget to stop by Big Dan's BBQ and Freas Farm Winery while you’re here. Kids Dance Party & Yard Games 12 to 2 pm. |
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TOUCH-A-TRUCK
August 12th 10 am - 2 pm Join the Bloomsburg Children's Museum at Rohrbach’s for a fun-filled day with trucks of all kinds. Get an up-close, hands-on look at loaders, campers, tractors, fire engines & more! This event is free, however donations for the Bloomsburg Children’s Museum will be accepted. |