{"id":381,"date":"2010-12-21T17:58:53","date_gmt":"2010-12-21T22:58:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/"},"modified":"2026-04-10T12:54:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T16:54:37","slug":"rogers-farm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/home-gardening\/rogers-farm\/","title":{"rendered":"Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"#about\">About<\/a>|<a href=\"#hedgerow\">Hedgerow Workshops<\/a>|<a href=\"#pollen\">Pollen Palooza<\/a>|<a href=\"#storytime\">Storytime<\/a>|<a href=\"#farm-stand\">Farm Stand<\/a>|<a href=\"#summer-camp\">Summer Camp<\/a>|<a href=\"#chefs\">CHEF&#8217;s Club<\/a>|<a href=\"#field-day-and-fun-run\">Fun Run and Field Day<\/a>|<a href=\"#field-trips-tours\">Field Trips &amp; Group Tours<\/a>|<a href=\"#directions\">Directions<\/a> |<a href=\"#contact\">Contact<\/a> |<a href=\"#donate\">Donate<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"about\"><\/a>About the Demonstration Garden at Rogers Farm<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8382 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-300x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Sunrise over a misty garden filled with flowers with trees in background. \" width=\"311\" height=\"311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-105x105.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-317x317.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-423x423.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-634x634.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-846x846.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-951x951.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1-32x32.jpeg 32w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1757-1.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,311px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Since 1994, the demonstration garden at Rogers Farm has been a showcase for creative theme gardens, unique plant varieties, innovative designs, and prolific vegetable gardens. Rogers Farm is part of the Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station at the state\u2019s R1 public research university.<\/p>\n<p>Volunteers and strong community partnerships are the core of our work. We are tremendously grateful for all we&#8217;re able to accomplish thanks to our dedicated team.<\/p>\n<p>Check out our 2025 Annual Report to learn more about our impacts, the people we served and our new and expanding partnerships.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/umainesystem.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/UM-OnlineDocs\/IQBMasA0raLZRKwf1UI2hA_hAZJ7EPT0NQBoYqgR5KqnBkU?e=KjhDim\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"button\">2025 Rogers Farm Annual Report<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Mission\/Vision\/Values<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Mission: To educate our visitors in sustainable horticultural practices and empower them through service learning opportunities which strengthen our local food system.<\/p>\n<p>Vision: We envision a vibrant, inclusive center of learning that helps gardeners of every skill level connect to the natural world and make positive changes within their communities.<\/p>\n<p>Values: We recognize that the land we occupy is unceded Wabanaki territory. Within this difficult context we strive to create a space that is as welcoming and supportive as possible. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Accessibility<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8408 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Open air shade structure with two picnic tables underneath. There are two movable shorter benches on the ends of the picnic tables. If the shorter benches are moved, a person using a wheelchair can pull up and use the picnic table. Greenhouse and apple trees in the backgroun. \" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-105x79.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-317x238.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-423x317.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-634x476.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-846x635.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-951x713.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2810.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"743\">Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden strives to be welcoming and accessible to all visitors. An ADA-compliant portable toilet is available on site May-October and many areas of the garden are accessible by vehicle. Please note that vehicle access is not available during winter months and may be limited when we have periodic wet ground conditions. We encourage visitors to contact us in advance to confirm current drive-through access and the ability to park closer to specific areas of the garden. Benches are placed throughout the garden, with seating offered approximately every 250 feet. Our picnic tables under the shade structure are designed for wheelchair access.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"directions\"><\/a><strong>Directions and Hours<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-6650 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Gray garden shed surrounded by a garden with shade structure in the background\" width=\"279\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-105x79.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-317x238.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-423x317.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-634x476.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-846x635.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-951x713.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/08\/6465CC70-1D01-42A9-8325-C135A310C2F2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,279px\" \/><\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>914 Bennoch Road, Old Town, Maine 04468<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/rogersfarm\/home\/driving-directions\/\">Driving Directions<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Open daily year-round during daylight hours<\/li>\n<li>Winter parking is limited<\/li>\n<li>Photographers are welcome! We&#8217;d love for you to tag us <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RogersFarmDemonstrationGarden\/\">@rogersfarmdemonstrationgarden<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"hedgerow\"><\/a>Hedgerows for Resilient Landscapes<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8509 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of a shrub with red fall foliage and deep purple berries. \" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-105x140.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-317x423.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-423x564.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-634x845.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-846x1128.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352-951x1268.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0352.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/><br \/>\nApril 2, 2026 (webinar)<br data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"182\" \/>5:00 &#8211; 6:00 p.m.<br \/>\nApril 25, 2026 (in-person workshop)<br data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"233\" \/>10:00 a.m. \u2013 12:00 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p>Discover how hedgerows can strengthen home and community landscapes by supporting biodiversity, improving habitat connectivity and promoting natural pest management. This two-part learning series, offered in partnership with <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Maine Audubon<\/span><\/span> and the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">University of Maine Cooperative Extension<\/span><\/span>, combines virtual instruction with hands-on fieldwork at the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden<\/span><\/span> in Old Town. Participants will explore plant selection, site preparation, installation techniques and long-term maintenance strategies to create multifunctional hedgerows that provide food and shelter for birds and beneficial insects. The webinar is free; the in-person workshop is $15. Participants are welcome to sign up for one or both sessions. Pre-registration is required. Space for the field session is limited.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/maineaudubon.org\/events\/hedgerow-workshop\/\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Webinar Registration <\/span><\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005SGRx\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> In-Person Workshop Registration <\/span><\/a>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"pollen\"><\/a>Pollen Palooza<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8386 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-300x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Rectangular wooden structure on a post in the landscape painted bright green with various hollowed out pieces of wood and sticks for bees to nest in. \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-105x105.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-317x317.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-423x423.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-634x634.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-846x846.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-951x951.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158-32x32.jpeg 32w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0158.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\nMay 30, 2026 (rain date May 31)<br \/>\n10:00 a.m. &#8211; 1:00 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Explore the fascinating world of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators through hands-on, family-friendly activities. Learn how native plants play a crucial role in supporting pollinators and gain practical ideas for making pollinator-friendly changes in your own yard or community spaces to help create connected pollinator corridors. Enjoy engaging learning stations hosted by community organizations, pollinator-themed tastings, face painting, make-and-take projects, an observation hive, and more. This event is free and open to all; please check this website for updates in case of inclement weather.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"storytime\"><\/a>Storytime<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8381 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"Toddlers playing with seeds and other plant materials on a flattened table top that is resting on top of a lawn. \" width=\"299\" height=\"224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-105x79.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-317x238.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-423x317.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-634x476.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-846x635.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-951x713.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_2374.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,299px\" \/><br \/>\nFriday mornings once a month, June &#8211; September (dates TBD)<br \/>\n10:30 a.m. &#8211; 11:30 a.m.<\/h3>\n<p>Bring a blanket and a stuffed animal to get cozy while we enjoy a story, then stay to explore the gardens. This free community event is targeted to a preschool audience, but older children are welcome.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"farm-stand\"><\/a>Community Farm Stand and Open House<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8384 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"Brightly colored stems of Swiss chard and kale arranged in a rainbow on a wooden bench. \" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-105x79.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-317x238.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-423x317.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-634x476.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-846x635.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-951x713.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1075.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\nTuesdays, July &#8211; September, 2026<br \/>\n4:30-6:30 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p>Our weekly, donation-based farm stand is open to everyone and is designed to reduce barriers to accessing locally grown food. Stop by to explore seasonal produce, learn about new and unfamiliar vegetables, pick up new recipes and connect with neighbors in a relaxed, community-centered space. Each week may also feature pizza tastings and other samples highlighting local foods.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"summer-camp\"><\/a>Farm-to-Table Summer Camp<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8389 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"A group of 4-6 grade kids arranged in two rows for a posed picture. All are wearing white beekeeper jackets and head protection. Forest in the background. \" width=\"337\" height=\"253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-105x79.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-317x238.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-423x317.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-634x476.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-846x635.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-951x713.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6285-1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,337px\" \/><br \/>\nJuly 27 &#8211; 31, 2026<br \/>\n9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.<\/h3>\n<p>Youth ages 9-12 will be involved in all aspects of growing, harvesting and preparing food and flowers from the demonstration garden at Rogers Farm. Our new farmers will sow seeds for our fall harvest, gather cut flowers and veggies and learn how to create culinary delights with trained chefs. Additionally, the group will help create a collaborative art installation at the farm, learn about a variety of food related topics from exciting guests and have the opportunity to give back to the community in a service project.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005JFlF\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"chefs\"><\/a>C.H.E.F&#8217;s Club: Create, Harvest, Eat, Farm<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8372 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"heart shaped veggie pizza on a grate exiting a commercial pizza oven\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-105x79.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-317x238.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-423x317.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-634x476.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-846x635.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-951x713.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_6522.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\nTuesdays, July 7 &#8211; August 18, 2026<br \/>\n12:30 &#8211; 3:30 p.m.<\/h3>\n<div>This hands-on summer program invites middle schoolers entering 7th and 8th grade to spend six weeks growing food, cooking together and creating art inspired by the garden. Each week, participants will rotate through gardening, food preparation and creative projects. They&#8217;ll harvest produce, learn practical skills and collaborate on group art experiences. Designed for small groups (8\u201310 youth), the program emphasizes teamwork, curiosity and connection to food and place.<\/div>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000005MLMH\" style=\"text-transform:none;\" ><span class=\"button\"> Register Online <\/span><\/a>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"field-day-and-fun-run\"><\/a>Garden Fest &amp; Fun Run<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8379 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-300x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Collection of pastel star-shaped flowers ranging in color from white, yellow, peach and pinks. Flowers are tightly packed together and fill the whole frame. \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-105x105.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-317x317.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-423x423.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-634x634.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-846x846.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-951x951.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963-32x32.jpeg 32w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1963.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,300px\" \/><br \/>\nSaturday, September 12, 2026<br \/>\n10:00 a.m. &#8211; 1:00 p.m.<\/h3>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<p>This annual celebration features informational tables, tastings, and art in the garden. Visitors can explore more than 30 themed gardens, including expanded Harvest for Hunger plots and a well-established native plant collection, and connect with staff and volunteers about soil testing, season extension, and pollinator-friendly gardening.<\/p>\n<p>Children ages 12 and under can join a Harvest Fun Run through nearby farm fields; registration will be available on this website the week prior, with paper forms available the day of the event. The day also includes the third annual Great Veggie Race, where participants of all ages decorate and race wheeled vegetable vehicles. Free and open to all; please check this website for weather updates.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><a id=\"field-trips-tours\"><\/a>Field Trips and Group Tours<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8387 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-300x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"263\" height=\"263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-105x105.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-317x317.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-423x423.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-634x634.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-846x846.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-951x951.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115-32x32.jpeg 32w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_0115.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,263px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Schools, summer camps and other groups are encouraged to arrange a visit to Rogers Farm. We are able to accommodate larger groups and are happy to work with educators to meet specific learning objectives with age-appropriate activities.<\/p>\n<p>If you wish to bring a group on your own, we highly recommend that you reach out at least two days in advance to make sure no other large groups will be in the demonstration garden at the same time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"contact\"><\/a>Contact<\/h3>\n<p>For more information on visiting, learning, or volunteering at the garden or to request an accommodation, please contact Kate Garland <a href=\"mailto:katherine.garland@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">katherine.garland@maine.edu<\/a> 207.942.7396.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Demonstration Garden Staff<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Christina Lannan (she\/her), <strong>Rogers Farm Enrichment Coordinator,<\/strong> who loves her veggies.\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:christina.wentworth@maine.edu\">christina.wentworth@maine.edu<\/a> 207.974.9032<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Kate Garland (she\/her), <strong>Horticulture Professional,<\/strong> who prefers grass over office chairs.\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:katherine.garland@maine.edu\">katherine.garland@maine.edu<\/a> 207.942.7396<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Josie Veilleux (they\/them) ,<strong> Seed-to-Table Intern,\u00a0<\/strong>who is who is happiest when outside and with their hands in the dirt.<\/li>\n<li>Hiring in progress,<strong> Farm Operations Technician<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8409 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970-239x300.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling woman under maple tree holding large grayish-blue hubbard squash. Fallen maple leaves on the ground indicate it's autumn.\" width=\"239\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970-239x300.jpg 239w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970-105x132.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970-317x398.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970-423x531.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970-634x797.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_7539-2-e1770307720970.jpg 655w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,239px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8396\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-242x300.png\" alt=\"Woman sitting on the grass with her back against a wooden post working on a laptop computer with car in background.\" width=\"240\" height=\"298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-242x300.png 242w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-826x1024.png 826w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-768x952.png 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-105x130.png 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-317x393.png 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-423x525.png 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-634x786.png 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335-846x1049.png 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/Screen-Shot-2026-02-03-at-10.57.50-PM-e1770177882335.png 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,240px\" \/>\u00a0 \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8913\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling person in purple tshirt with light brown short hair crouched filling watering can from rain barrel. Gray cargo trailer parked in the grassy background.\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-105x140.jpg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-317x423.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-423x564.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-634x845.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-846x1128.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669-951x1268.jpg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/03\/IMG_5669.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,225px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"donate\"><\/a>Help Us Grow<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8383 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Countless newly harvested onions arranged on racks and hanging from ceiling to dry in a shed. \" width=\"407\" height=\"542\" data-wp-editing=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-105x140.jpeg 105w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-317x423.jpeg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-423x564.jpeg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-634x845.jpeg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-846x1128.jpeg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391-951x1268.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2026\/02\/IMG_1391.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,407px\" \/><\/h3>\n<div>\n<p>We rely on donor funding to cover staffing, maintenance, plants, programming materials, and infrastructure investments. Your contributions help us to grow and give out thousands of pounds of produce annually and create a wide range of educational opportunities for the general public. Any level of support is greatly appreciated!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/engage.umaine.edu\/roger-s-farm\"><strong>Click here to donate<\/strong><\/a> and please select Penobscot county gift account.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\">We gratefully acknowledge the following 2025\/2026 supporters:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Alton \u201938 and Adelaide Hamm Campus Activity Fund<\/li>\n<li>Bangor Greendrinks<\/li>\n<li>Black Bear Beekeepers<\/li>\n<li>Hannaford Charitable Foundation<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/mafes\/\">Maine Agricultural &amp; Forest Experiment Station<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left\"><a title=\"Penobscot Master Gardeners\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/penobscot\/programs\/gardening\/master-gardeners\/\">Master Gardener Volunteers of Penobscot County<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions<\/li>\n<li>Quimby Family Foundation<\/li>\n<li>The Good Crust<\/li>\n<li>Verizon Foundation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, UMaine Extension does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, veterans or military status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in employment, education, and all other programs and activities.<\/p>\n<p>The University of Maine System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the UMaine ADA Coordinator or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.<\/p>\n<p>If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu\/title-ix\/. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at https:\/\/www.usda.gov\/oascr\/how-to-file-a-program-discrimination-complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About|Hedgerow Workshops|Pollen Palooza|Storytime|Farm Stand|Summer Camp|CHEF&#8217;s Club|Fun Run and Field Day|Field Trips &amp; Group Tours|Directions |Contact |Donate About the Demonstration Garden at Rogers Farm Since 1994, the demonstration garden at Rogers Farm has been a showcase for creative theme gardens, unique plant varieties, innovative designs, and prolific vegetable gardens. 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