We love building community through the rich blend of art, agriculture, and shared experiences. At Old Frog Pond Farm, we believe in cultivating not just the land, but also the bonds that bring us together. Our events are designed to inspire creativity, foster sustainable living, and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of our local culture.
Recurring Event
Morning Meditation (Tues, Thur, and Sat), 7:30-8:15 am
Join us on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings for a peaceful gathering to center the mind and find clarity and balance before the start of your day.
Morning meditation is held in the art studio. All are welcome - from beginner to advanced! For more information email Linda Hoffman. There is no charge, but donations are welcome.

Sacred Fire for July
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Christina Gravelle, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance to harvardfires@sacredfire.org.

Release, Rest & Transition
The height of energy, heat, and productivity can be both exhilarating and depleting.
In this gathering, we will turn toward the wisdom of rest—learning to balance movement with stillness, action with surrender. Through gentle practices of deep listening, we will honor the body’s need for restoration. A refreshing tea ceremony will close our time together, offering a moment of renewal as we soften into transition.
Who this is for: Adults (18+) seeking deeper connection with nature, community, and self.
Fee: $45 for this event or $120 (save 10%) for all three events in the series* (We believe nature connection should be accessible to all. If cost is a barrier, please reach out—we’re happy to discuss options.)
Register here for single event.
Register here for all three events.
What to Expect in a Gathering
A slow, guided walk through natural spaces, sometimes on uneven terrain.
Simple yet meaningful activities to deepen your connection with the surroundings.
Quiet moments for rest, reflection, and personal insight.
A welcoming space for contemplation, with the option to share if you choose.
A closing ceremony to honor the experience and our connection with one another.
About your Guide: Andrea Jaramillo (she/they) is a bilingual certified forest therapy guide. Her approach is enriched by her experience as a nurse, urban farmer, and apprentice of traditional medicines from Central and South America.
Rain date: Nature is unpredictable. In the event of rain, we will gather indoors, bringing nature treasures inside to honor and explore the planned theme in a new way.
*This event is part of Gather with the Land: Nature Connection Series

Fugitive Stories, Moth-style Storytelling - August
Check back later for a link to purchase tickets.
Please note that this is an outdoor event and should the weather not cooperate, the event will move to a local indoor location. We’ll post at noon on www.oldfrogpondfarm.com.
Join us this August for an afternoon of storytelling. This month’s theme is “Epiphany.”
In addition to several local, hand-picked tellers, Fugitive brings four regional, award-winning storytellers to share their true-life stories.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

Fugitive Stories, Moth-style Storytelling - July
Please note that this is an outdoor event and should the weather not cooperate, the event will move to a local indoor location. We’ll post at noon on www.oldfrogpondfarm.com.
Join us this July for an afternoon of storytelling. This month’s theme is “Perseverence.”
In addition to several local, hand-picked tellers, Fugitive brings four regional, award-winning storytellers to share their true-life stories.

Overheard in the Orchard: Reading and Book Signing
Join us for a book reading by Linda Hoffman accompanied by music by Greg Carlson.
Books, including signed copies, will be available for purchase. There will be guided visits to the Golden Delicious tree.

Fugitive Stories, Moth-style Storytelling - June
Please note that this is an outdoor event and should the weather not cooperate, the event will move to a local indoor location. We’ll post at noon on www.oldfrogpondfarm.com.
Join us this June for an afternoon of storytelling. This month’s theme is “Patience.”
In addition to several local, hand-picked tellers, Fugitive brings four regional, award-winning storytellers to share their true-life stories.

Summer Ritual & Nature Mandalas
Join us to celebrate the beginning of Summer.
Together we will slow down and tune in through breath, reflection, and the creation of a personal nature mandala. Using materials like flowers, leaves, stones, and herbs, you’ll create a unique living mandala, as an offering of gratitude for the season and as a symbolic expression of your intentions for what's ahead.
What to Expect:
Gentle grounding and breathwork to arrive in the moment
Guided reflection and intention setting
Forest bathing while foraging for natural materials
Creation of your own nature mandala
Fruit infused water and fruits enjoy
Families are welcome! Children, ages 7 and up, are invited to accompany their parents or an adult caretaker to this event.
Please bring a journal, and if desired, a small towel or yoga mat to sit on. We will also have chairs set up for sitting.
Exchange:
Adults: $50
Children: $25
Family Bundles: $85 (1 adult + 2 children), $130 (2 adults + 2 children)
This event will be led by Anabel Tonkovic and Kristina Dedinas.
Anabel, founder of Nuna Therapy, is a Quantum Reiki Master, weaving together energy healing and practical wisdom to help others awaken their inner power and embody their true essence.
Kristina has been a natural teacher since childhood, starting with stuffed animals and growing into roles that span classrooms, corporations, and personal development spaces. With a heart full of energy and a love for helping others grow, she brings warmth, wisdom, and positive vibes to everyone she works with.
In 2024, Kristina launched her passion project, the Magical Forest—a space where her love for nature and teaching come together. As a certified Sylvotherapy Practitioner and Reiki I & II healer, she blends nature’s healing power with mindful guidance to support others on their wellness journeys.
Kristina is always learning, always growing—and invites you to do the same, side by side through Bring Nature Within.

Sacred Fire for June
Discover!
Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance to harvardfires@sacredfire.org.

Resilient Farms Discussion & Luncheon
Old Frog Pond Farm has been seasonably inspired by the nettles growing on their farm: nutritious, persistent, abundant and perennial. Nettles embody the resilience that farmers can not only use as energetic inspiration, but as a spring tonic for both themselves and their farms.
Join us for discussion and lunch as we tour the farm: we’ll talk through a variety of resiliency strategies in use at Old Frog Pond, and celebrate being a part of the organic movement together.
Lunch will be served.
About the hosts:
Isa Budnik came to the United States from her home in Chile in 2019. Isa brings a long history of experience growing fruits and vegetables in her native country, where she applied the ways of the indigenous farmers. She is a strong advocate for saving seeds, and has much knowledge about medicinal plants. This year, she takes the helm as Farm Manager at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Linda Hoffman moved to Old Frog Pond Farm in 2001 to find that the orchard was a tangle of brambles, poison ivy, and dying trees. Hoffman was determined to bring the orchard back to health and to do it organically. In 2006, the berry patch and the orchard were Certified Organic. Hoffman continues to explore holistic and harmonious ways to grow fruit. She is grateful that being a farmer gives her the opportunity to continuously discover the radical complexity and perfection of the natural world.

New Moon Birthing Ceremony
Join us for a powerful gathering to embrace the renewing energy of Spring and the New Moon.
We’ll work with the cleansing power of fire to ignite fresh energy, clarity, and momentum for your dreams, intentions, and overall wellbeing.
Cécile Raynor will also share insights from her upcoming 2025 book “Body Wisdom Magic,” a supportive daily companion designed to help you cultivate wellness in every area of life—now and into the future. A book signing will follow the event.
This free event is a holistic offering for the Mind, Body, Heart, and Soul.
Co-hosts:
🌿 Sarah Shulman, MD – Earth Keeper initiated in the Incan Shamanic tradition and essential oils practitioner
🌟 Cécile Raynor – Alexander Technique teacher, Founder of the Body Intelligence Activation Process™ (BIA Process™), spiritual teacher, author, and artist
No prior experience needed—just an open heart and a willingness to explore sacred ritual, deepen your connection with nature, and open new pathways toward your goals and wellbeing.
Space is limited. Registration required! Reserve your spot here!

Fugitive Stories, Moth-style Storytelling - May
Get your tickets here. $15 online, $20 at the door.
Please note that this is an outdoor event and should the weather not cooperate, the event will move to a local indoor location. We’ll post at noon on www.oldfrogpondfarm.com.
Join us this May for an afternoon of storytelling. This month’s theme is “Wonder.”
In addition to several local, hand-picked tellers, Fugitive brings four regional, award-winning storytellers to share their true-life stories.

Sacred Fire for May
Canceled: due to Firekeeper travel plans
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance to harvardfires@sacredfire.org.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

Seeds, Grounding & Roots
Join us for an exploration of what we want to grow—both within and around us. Through mindful movement and connection with the land, we’ll reflect on how we establish this relationship with nature. A nourishing soup made with roots/greens will ground us in the sustenance of deep roots.
Who this is for: Adults (18+) seeking deeper connection with nature, community, and self.
Fee: $45 for this event or $120 (save 10%) for all three events in the series* (We believe nature connection should be accessible to all. If cost is a barrier, please reach out—we’re happy to discuss options.)
Register here for single event.
Register here for all three events.
What to Expect in a Gathering
A slow, guided walk through natural spaces, sometimes on uneven terrain.
Simple yet meaningful activities to deepen your connection with the surroundings.
Quiet moments for rest, reflection, and personal insight.
A welcoming space for contemplation, with the option to share if you choose.
A closing ceremony to honor the experience and our connection with one another.
About your Guide: Andrea Jaramillo (she/they) is a bilingual certified forest therapy guide. Her approach is enriched by her experience as a nurse, urban farmer, and apprentice of traditional medicines from Central and South America.
Rain date: Nature is unpredictable. In the event of rain, we will gather indoors, bringing nature treasures inside to honor and explore the planned theme in a new way.
*This event is part of Gather with the Land: Nature Connection Series

African Drum Class: 8 Week Series
Drummers! Come join our joyful community and drum with us in the studio every Thursday evening at Old Frog Pond Farm (please visit this site for directions!). Moussa Traore is our gifted teacher who will take us into West Africa through the richness, complexity and beauty of its rhythms.
Classes meet in the studio from 6:00-7:30 pm. If you don't have a drum we got you covered. Cost is $30.00/per class or $200 for the 8 week series—cash only.
All are welcome - from beginner to advanced!
Let us know if you are coming! Contact Blase Provitola or call 978*501*4733
To learn more about our teacher visit here.

A Moveable Feast: Fiber, Found Objects, and Apple Prunings
Come gather with artists Barbara Andrus, Louise Berliner, and Linda Hoffman at Old Frog Pond Farm in Harvard, where Agriculture, Art and Community cross-pollinate and collaborate.
Using a forgotten farm cart as our base we will construct a (travelling?) folly*, built from this year’s apple prunings and your fiber scraps. Search your drawers, clean out your closets, look under the bed, grab old clothes, hunt at the dump, or splurge on something glittering and irresistible! Bring scissors, clippers, all kinds of string and rope, crochet hooks, anything you like to work with.
Bring a lunch. The farm's own organic apple cider will be provided.
Free, but limited to 15 participants, so please reserve your place!
RSVP: strongwhitepine@verizon.net
*folly: a construction with no practical purpose...

Sacred Fire for March
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance to harvardfires@sacredfire.org.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

Sacred Fire for February
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance to harvardfires@sacredfire.org.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

Sacred Fire for January
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance using the link here.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

Evening Talk with Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Roshi
Join us for an evening talk offered by Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Roshi on Friday, January 10, 2025 at 7 pm. If you have been thinking about beginning a meditation practice this talk is for you!
On Saturday morning, January 11, Shugen Roshi will also join our weekly meditation and offer a Question & Answer period afterwards.
Please click here to reserve now and do let us know if your schedule changes. We are asking for a $10 donation which you can make online or contribute in person. Feel free to bring a friend.
Shugen Roshi is head of the Mountains and Rivers Order, and abbot and head teacher of Zen Mountain Monastery, Mt. Tremper, New York. He received dharma transmission from John Daido Loori, Roshi in 1997. His teachings on Zen, social justice and environmental stewardship have appeared in various Buddhist journals. His book of poetry, Oh, Beautiful End, a collection of Zen memorial poems, was published in 2012.

Sacred Fire for DECEMBER
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance using the link here.

Winter Solstice Celebration
A time to call back the infinite sun with its life-giving radiance.
We will gather in the Sacred Wheel on Saturday, December 21 at 7pm.
Bring your great sprit, a poem, song, dance, and musical instruments to share in the circle. Dress warmly, carpool if you can, bring a flashlight, and please no dogs. In case of bad weather check after 2pm on Saturday www.oldfrogpondfarm.com.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

Sacred Fire for NOVEMBER
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance using the link here.

Postponed: Frost Moon Celebration
UPDATE: Due to the outdoor fire ban placed in the town of Harvard, our Frost Moon celebration will be postponed until further notice.
Come celebrate the Frost Moon with us.
Join us for a moonlit walk out in the boneyard at Old Frog Pond Farm with artist, Anne Eder. We will also have a bonfire, hot cider, and a special guest, Irish storyteller, David Smythe.

Sacred Fire for OCTOBER
Discover! Connect! Renew!
Join us for a community fire facilitated by Chris Griffin, a firekeeper trained through the Sacred Fire. To learn more click here.
We will make offerings at 6:30. Please arrive before offerings start.
Bring headlamps and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. The fire circle is a short walk from the house.
A monetary donation to help meet ongoing expenses is appreciated. Suggested $5 (or more).
Attendees must RSVP in advance using the link here.

Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart: An Intro to Zen Buddhist Meditation - CANCELED
Find spaciousness and stillness through meditation. Join Linda Shinji Hoffman for an introduction to Zen Meditation. We will meet in the studio and begin with ‘finding our seat’ whether on a cushion, meditation bench or chair. Then learn about posture, breath, how to hold our awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. After this introduction, there will be a guided meditation that will move participants into silence followed by an opportunity for questions.
There is no charge for this offering, but there is a donation basket at the door. We encourage participants to help support our practice here at Old Frog Pond Farm.
Looking forward to finding stillness with you!
Linda Hoffman is a practicing Zen Buddhist and a Senior student at Zen Mountain Monastery in Mt. Tremper, New York where she has been training since 2004. Her Dharma name, Shinji, means ‘Truth in the Soil’.
To sign up or for more information email us at lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.

The Artists & the Orchard
Join us at the Concord Musuem on October 10 from 7:00-8:00 pm for an evening exploring the beauty and wisdom of apple trees through words and images with artists Ellen Harasimowicz and Linda Hoffman. Linda will share from her writings of conversations with an apple tree while Ellen Harasimowicz will share the images she has captured of the orchard and this tree throughout the seasons.
For more information and to register, click here.
Free for Members | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual

Bolton & Harvard’s Open Studios
Linda Hoffman’s studio will be part of Bolton & Harvard’s Open Studios. Joining her will be artists Faith Cross, Lynn Horsky, Amy Kilham, Ariel Matisse, Judith Schutzman, and Katherine Symancyk.
October 5, 10-4 pm
October 6, 12-4 pm
Stop by to see new paintings, sculpture, jewelry, cards, and fine baskets. Find that special gift for a friend or even for yourself!

Bolton & Harvard’s Open Studios
Linda Hoffman’s studio will be part of Bolton & Harvard’s Open Studios. Joining her will be artists Faith Cross, Lynn Horsky, Amy Kilham, Ariel Matisse, Judith Schutzman, and Katherine Symancyk.
October 5, 10-4 pm
October 6, 12-4 pm
Stop by to see new paintings, sculpture, jewelry, cards, and fine baskets. Find that special gift for a friend or even for yourself!