2021 was a magical time where the standard for turning 100's into 6 figures and thousands into millions required a smartphone, Robinhood Options account and 4th grade reading level to change your life. It looks like we may be seeing another round of life changing money being made in the markets behind some similar names as well. The meme stock craze stems from a stocks value being held in social media mentions despite how bad the business may be.
"Roaring Kitty" the man behind the original frenzy resurfaced on "X" this last week and this sent people into a frenzy where Gamestop & AMC has made life changing money for a lot of people on the timeline this week. Today alone GameStop saw a 72% surge on Monday's trading session.
The PeloSwing Trading group was able to capture a 1600% bagger on AMC 3.5C on the 5/17 EXP, as AMC also flew 31% in the trading session. There are plenty of other companies that have fallen into this category and in some cases are truly undervalued companies that still have some upside potential, just with WAY more risk and a potential LONG wait time to see the fruits of an investment. Other players in this space that have seen a recent surge are BlackBerry with a 12% run up in the market recently as well, more than 44 million shares were exchanged in Tuesdays trading session, when the average volume is 8.8 million.
This recent rise back into the meme stock industry is showing that gains from 2021 might be on the table again for 2024. Here are some other companies that you can also have on your "Meme Stock WatchList":

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Fragrant Foto + First impressions: Arabiyat Blueberry Musk
There was a recent post about the combination of two hobbies (fragrance and photography), and it’s always been something I have very much enjoyed as well. So I decided that I will try to post more and share images that I’ve captured along with my first impressions/reviews.
Every year around this time, I go on a little middle eastern fragrance buying spree. So there will be more where this came from. And for this particular fragrance, I first encountered a few posts here on Reddit about it. I was intrigued, but there has not been a ton of posts about it. So I hope that if you’ve been interested in this, you find this helpful.
Arabiyat Prestige Blueberry Musk:
Notes- Blueberry, blackberry, freesia, lavender, rose, vanilla, raspberry, patchouli, Oakmoss, Musk
It has been said that this is a dupe for the Fenty perfume by Rihanna. I cannot confirm or deny that, as I have not tried Fenty. I was interested in it because I thought maybe it would be similar to Poets of Berlin by Vilhelm Perfumerie…. But no. At least to my nose it is not similar to that.
My Thoughts- the initial spray has a semi-juicy, candy-like blueberry quality. But very shortly, that fades away and it really starts to smell more like blueberry crumble to me. The most prominent notes to my nose are blueberry, vanilla, patchouli, and musk. As the wear time continues, the gourmand qualities stay apparent, but there is an occasional feeling of hair products… but not the shampoo kind. I wouldn’t say that this is a negative in my eyes, but I can see some people taking issue with this quality. The musk is sorta neutral to me, and the patchouli starts off unassuming, but does become slightly more dirty as time goes on. The blueberry and vanilla remain the most prominent notes throughout for me though.
Performance- wears for about 6-7 hrs on me. And projects on the high side of moderate for the first 2-2.5 hrs. So it’s definitely noticeable, but I don’t find it to be obnoxious. It’s does retain a slight airiness, and does not feel dense or heavy.
Sweetness Level- 4.5 out of 5
Overall, I would rate this a 3.5 out of 5 , I think it will be a fun one to wear on its own occasionally, but I do also think that it will layer well with other perfumes. But I do think there are some things about it that could turn people off.
Out of curiosity, I’d love to hear from anyone who has fenty, I’m really interested to know if my description of this fragrance is in line with your experience of fenty.
As for my picture: I couldn’t resist throwing some real blueberries in there. And I had fun playing with blue light. I hope you like it, and I hope to see more people post pictures/artwork of some sort, I think that would be really fun.

There was a recent post about the combination of two hobbies (fragrance and photography), and it’s always been something I have very much enjoyed as well. So I decided that I will try to post more and share images that I’ve captured along with my first impressions/reviews.
Every year around this time, I go on a little middle eastern fragrance buying spree. So there will be more where this came from. And for this particular fragrance, I first encountered a few posts here on Reddit about it. I was intrigued, but there has not been a ton of posts about it. So I hope that if you’ve been interested in this, you find this helpful.
Arabiyat Prestige Blueberry Musk:
Notes- Blueberry, blackberry, freesia, lavender, rose, vanilla, raspberry, patchouli, Oakmoss, Musk
It has been said that this is a dupe for the Fenty perfume by Rihanna. I cannot confirm or deny that, as I have not tried Fenty. I was interested in it because I thought maybe it would be similar to Poets of Berlin by Vilhelm Perfumerie…. But no. At least to my nose it is not similar to that.
My Thoughts- the initial spray has a semi-juicy, candy-like blueberry quality. But very shortly, that fades away and it really starts to smell more like blueberry crumble to me. The most prominent notes to my nose are blueberry, vanilla, patchouli, and musk. As the wear time continues, the gourmand qualities stay apparent, but there is an occasional feeling of hair products… but not the shampoo kind. I wouldn’t say that this is a negative in my eyes, but I can see some people taking issue with this quality. The musk is sorta neutral to me, and the patchouli starts off unassuming, but does become slightly more dirty as time goes on. The blueberry and vanilla remain the most prominent notes throughout for me though.
Performance- wears for about 6-7 hrs on me. And projects on the high side of moderate for the first 2-2.5 hrs. So it’s definitely noticeable, but I don’t find it to be obnoxious. It’s does retain a slight airiness, and does not feel dense or heavy.
Sweetness Level- 4.5 out of 5
Overall, I would rate this a 3.5 out of 5 , I think it will be a fun one to wear on its own occasionally, but I do also think that it will layer well with other perfumes. But I do think there are some things about it that could turn people off.
Out of curiosity, I’d love to hear from anyone who has fenty, I’m really interested to know if my description of this fragrance is in line with your experience of fenty.
As for my picture: I couldn’t resist throwing some real blueberries in there. And I had fun playing with blue light. I hope you like it, and I hope to see more people post pictures/artwork of some sort, I think that would be really fun.

Jeremy Clarkson on his farm: "Everything has gone wrong"
The Diddly Squatters are back for series three of Clarkson’s Farm — with pigs, Jeremy’s new hovercraft and the most thrilling rows with the local council yet! Plus Jeremy on his favourite farm machines
Interview by Tom Barnes (The Sunday Times, April 7) [very mild spoilers]
He once claimed his only talents were driving fast round corners and shouting, but as a pig farmer Jeremy Clarkson has found his calling. He has changed the nickname of his Oxfordshire farm from Diddly Squat to Piggly Squat in honour of his new herd of swine and he’s cuddling one now as he poses for a photographer, whispering to it — not shouting — as if it’s auditioning for Babe. “Pigs are my favourite animals we’ve had on the farm by a long way,” he coos to the animal, a female. “I know that cows are great, but pigs are easier to manage and very endearing.”
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Clarkson’s Farm, the reality show that fuses Top Gear and Countryfile, is back for a third series with the familiar cast of Clarkson, Kaleb Cooper, newly promoted to farm manager, Lisa Hogan, Clarkson’s girlfriend, the land agent Charlie Ireland and jack of all trades Gerald Cooper. There’ll be more of the usual chaos: including Clarkson going full Robert De Niro with a hunting rifle, taking medicinal mushrooms and crashing farm machinery into stone walls.
It’s six years since Clarkson fled his Notting Hill penthouse to run 1,000 acres of mixed arable and grazing on the edge of the Cotswolds. Back then, his unsuccessful attempts to turn a loss-making venture into a going concern included rearing sheep (it cost him more to shear them than their wool sold for) and beef cows (the council closed his farm restaurant, making it uneconomical to rear them). Now he has turned his hand to pig breeding in a last-ditch attempt to bring home the bacon. “A cow has one calf, whereas the last bout of births we had, one of our pigs had fourteen piglets,” he explains. “That’s a lot of money.”
But life is not all hog heaven. “Behind the scenes everything that could go wrong has gone wrong,” he growls. The hottest June and wettest March in recent history have wrecked his potatoes and spring barley. His ambitious plan to revive a 1960s government scheme to replace tractors with hovercraft for crop spraying and other farm chores was an expensive flop. And he has fallen foul of regulations at every turn.
If it sounds like a litany of disasters, it is — other than it has all added up to one of the biggest TV smashes of the decade so far. In 2019 Amazon commissioned a single season, on a small budget, in anticipation that it might appeal to a niche audience. The Guardian called the series “wearisome, meretricious rubbish”, concluding it would be shunned by viewers. It went on to become the UK’s most-watched Amazon-made show. Its series two premiere won 4.3 million viewers, eclipsing the 3.2 million who watched the launch episode of the streaming channel’s biggest investment — a mega-millions Lord of the Rings saga.
Today Clarkson is guiding me round the farm in the spring sunshine, through giant puddles from recent rain. Part of his empire is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, but the soil is not especially fertile or profitable, hence him calling it Diddly Squat in 2018. It lived up to its name, making a surplus of just £114 in its first year. “That’s a thousand acres, working seven days a week,” he says. “It’s all farming pays.”
How does he explain the show’s unexpected success? “It was an enjoyable way of learning about where your food comes from. Because lecturing people doesn’t work. Television is rather obsessed with organic and diversity and sustainability, rather than where food actually comes from and the actual people who make it for you. The Kaleb Coopers and the Geralds and Charlie Ireland and so on. I think it’s been a very useful programme for making people go, ‘Bloody hell, you work very hard doing that and earn no money at all.’”
From the show’s inception Clarkson wanted to reveal the true “mud, blood and barbarism” of life on the land, and pig farming is the starkest example yet. His pigs are a rare Oxfordshire breed called Sandy and Black, misheard by Clarkson as “Shandy and Black” — “sounds like the sort of thing a northern girl would order in a Zante nitespot,” he observed in his Sunday Times farming column.
Spurred on by Liz Truss, who in a speech to the 2014 [sic?] Conservative Party conference announced she would soon be “in Beijing opening up new pork markets”, Clarkson resolved to seize new export opportunities. He planned to free-graze his pigs in woods where they’d “truffle about turning up acorns”. “Only in an idyllic Winnie the Pooh world,” warned Charlie Ireland, the farm’s resident voice of reason. “Pigs need round-the-clock care.” And so it transpired — as we see from Clarkson’s ham-fisted efforts. There was a high mortality rate among the piglets from his first litters, some of them accidentally crushed by their mothers.
“I reckoned the pigs would provide something that’s sadly lacking in farming today: a bit of genuine happiness,” Clarkson says. “Instead, it was almost unbelievably sad. I’ve never seen Lisa so upset. The film crew looked shellshocked. We had a catastrophically high level of deaths and I was desperately worried we were doing something wrong, but it turned out we weren’t, it was just that pigs are bad mothers — the Sandy and Black particularly so. That’s why it’s a rare breed.”
The series doesn’t flinch from the day-to-day grimness, along with the frustration of creeping red tape, hence it striking a chord with actual farmers.
Robert Martin, 55, a Cumbrian dairy farmer and national chairman of the Tenant Farmers Association, said Clarkson’s Farm fairly reflected the daily trials and worries faced by his members. “I do watch it and I do enjoy it. Clarkson said he wanted to increase awareness, especially among people in urban areas who maybe don’t really think about where food comes from. Whether you like Clarkson or you don’t, I think he’s succeeded and he’s done it in an entertaining way.”
George Summers and his father, Michael, farm 460 acres of mixed arable and livestock near Melton Mowbray. “I’ve never watched it on principle,” says Michael, 57, “but I understand there are a lot of people with an entirely contrary view, my son being one.” George, 19, has seen every episode of the first two series and will be watching the third. “It’s very entertaining, even though I think some of it’s done for comedic effect,” he says. “For example, when Clarkson accidentally tipped his tractor up on its back wheels, then got Kaleb to sit at the front as a counterweight, you knew that was unlikely to happen.”
Clarkson and Kaleb jointly won the 2021 Flying the Flag for agriculture award at the British Farming awards. Last May Kaleb was summoned to Downing Street to explain to Rishi Sunak why farmers were struggling — a serious message with a comic edge as Sunak did his best to understand Kaleb’s rural brogue. Ireland was there too, admonishing officials over all the form-filling devised by Whitehall. “You do need a PhD in grant applications if you’re a farmer,” he scolded them.
If there’s a narrative thread it’s Clarkson’s own journey from innocent abroad in series one — Billy Crystal in City Slickers, if you like — to horny-handed son of the soil. Now he’s less squeamish about sending his animals for slaughter, even though he confessed “I’ve got guilt” as he transported seven pigs to an abattoir. “You’ve got to eat them to save them,” another farmer reassured him. “That enables the survival of the breed.” Still, Clarkson is uncomfortable with the gallows humour of the slaughterhouse. “The butcher will want everything back bar the squeal,” an abattoir worker joked as Clarkson winced. He was determined to brazen it out, declaring, “This time I behaved more like a farmer and didn’t have any unmanly moments,” but the soundman captured the wobble in his voice.
None of it makes sense unless you’re a farmer, Clarkson admits. “You’re up all night nurturing pigs, trying to make them comfortable, trying to make them alive, then you arrive at the farm shop to receive boxes of pork chops and sausages. There’s only one expression that I can think of and it’s ‘farmer’s logic’. All farmers love their animals, then they kill them and sell them.”
In the new series the light relief comes, as ever, in the form of Clarkson’s incompetence with farm machinery — witness his Chaplinesque attempts to harvest nettles, in which he becomes ensnared in the machine and falls into a thicket. He converts an air-sea rescue hovercraft to spray highly corrosive nitrate fertiliser. The dangerous task requires a protective hazmat suit, so he recruits Kaleb to help and chaos ensues as the hovercraft careers out of control.
He’s still in dispute with West Oxfordshire district council, which, as well as closing his restaurant, refused a car park for his farm shop. But now he has powerful allies. Sunak pledged recently to free British farmers from burdensome red tape when converting barns into shops and opening restaurants as a means of reducing dependency on agricultural subsidies.
Under a government-backed rule change widely dubbed “Clarkson’s Law”, farmers will in future no longer need to seek permission from local councils to repurpose farm buildings, making it easier to sell their produce to the public.
Clarkson is delighted but says farming is still overregulated. “If you apply for a grant you have to fill in 2,000 forms and wait for 2,000 years for a man to come in a rented Vauxhall and tell you that you must stop what you’re doing because he has found a bat or some moss.”
We’re now in the kitchen of Clarkson’s hilltop house with sweeping views over sheep-cropped hills and yellow stone houses. His dining room table, as long as a station platform, rests on replicas of the Brunel arches at Paddington station. Recessed into the table top is a Hornby 00 train track. Clarkson shares with Rod Stewart a love of railways. Lisa Hogan is bustling about looking for a model train. “What would you like?” she says, rummaging through Jeremy’s collection. “We have a GWR locomotive, we have the Flying Scotsman.”
From a walk-on part in the first series, Lisa, an Irish-born former actress, has moved nearer to centre stage as she gets to grips with running the farm shop and selling cow juice (milk), bee juice (honey), Jeremy’s Juice (jam) and Jeremy’s Hot Seed (mustard). At one point there’s an unresolved hint of her and Clarkson tying the knot. “I’ve got a big surprise for you,” Clarkson tells her as they walk through a field. “Is it a proposal?” she asks. Clarkson pretends not to hear and shows her the surprise — a fallen willow tree bursting back into life. She presses him. “I’ll think about the proposal, OK? I’m not ready yet.”
When I ask her about the exchange, she laughs. “I just thought I might surprise him.” Did she make a leap-year proposal of her own on February 29? “Jeremy doesn’t think I proposed but he wasn’t wearing his hearing aids, so no one will know.”
Clarkson’s Farm is part soap, part serious. One thing it tackles is the problem of soil depletion, which Clarkson warns is a threat to world food supplies as serious as climate change. There may be only “ninety to a hundred harvests left before the topsoil is dead,” he says. The global amount of arable land per person in 2050 will be a quarter of that in 1960, according to the UN, as populations grow and soil degrades. Chemical-heavy farming methods and deforestation are among the culprits.
With this in mind, Clarkson teamed up with Andy Cato, one half of the dance music act Groove Armada and a keen organic farmer, who arrived with a plan to help Clarkson rejuvenate his soil. This involved growing beans and clover in the same field as wheat to boost vital levels of nitrogen. The idea worked better on paper than in practice, but if success is the ability to lurch from one failure to another with no loss of enthusiasm then Clarkson embodies it. Each of his new hare-brained schemes — making soup from nettles, or jam from blackberries sucked from a hedge with a vacuum cleaner, or venison sausages from culled deer, or a pick-me-up from powdered mushrooms — is solemnly appraised by Cheerful Charlie, who turns up like a stern bank manager to put a leash on Clarkson’s enthusiasm and remind him of food safety or stock-rearing regulations.
Clarkson’s instinct is to challenge officialdom in the manner of Kevin Costner’s hard-headed rancher in the TV drama Yellowstone. “Let’s fight the f***ers and hammer them into the ground like tent pegs,” he says at one point. “I’ve been watching Yellowstone. When someone displeases them, they murder them, take them across the state line and throw them in a ravine. I’ve been looking at that scene a lot.”
Is there a danger, I ask, that the series could slip into a cliché of the struggle between honest, hard-working locals and meddling bureaucrats? After all, life in the Cotswolds is hardly a back-breaking slog for many of its well-heeled residents. The list of local luminaries includes the Beckhams, Simon Cowell, David and Samantha Cameron, and Alex James, the cheese-making bassist of Blur.
We catch occasional references to the moneyed set in Clarkson’s Farm. Clarkson hatches a plan with Kaleb to sell hay to newly arrived townies who may be planning to keep horses. Meanwhile Lisa tries to entice them by “inviting her thin, blonde Oxfordshire friends over for a spot of goat yoga”, as Clarkson puts it — an exercise class she holds inside a goat pen.
The epicentre of the smart set is Daylesford farm shop — imagine Country Life magazine as a retail outlet stocked with wholesome organic produce. Clarkson delights in undercutting his rival’s prices in his own farm shop (“It’s £7 in Daylesford,” he gleefully tells Lisa as he prices his Hot Seed mustard at £6 a jar).
Covid accelerated the exodus of wealth from London. “When I moved to Chipping Norton about 30 years ago it was a small market town with a population of 5,800,” Clarkson says. “Today it’s still a small market town, but the population has skyrocketed to 9,400.” Kaleb admits that spiralling local land prices have put a crimp in his own ambitions. “My eventual goal is to own my own farm,” he tells me. “The only problem is the price of land. Around here the average farm is £3 million.”
If he wasn’t earning money from TV, presenting Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? and The Grand Tour, and writing newspaper columns, Clarkson says his farm would be under water financially — as well as literally. Thanks to the capriciousness of the weather and geopolitics, farmers never know what’s round the corner. “I’m in the fortunate position of having other income streams,” he says. “If you have two years when you don’t make any money you are screwed. A butterfly can flap its wings in China and you go bankrupt.”
Aside from the knockabout, there’s another side to Clarkson’s Farm. It’s as lovingly filmed as an Attenborough wildlife documentary, with lingering shots of hares and deer running through meadows and red kites hovering. There’s a joyful moment when Clarkson’s cows are returned to a meadow from winter captivity. “A lot of the time farming is brutal and hard,” Clarkson says. “But at this time of year, when everything is vivid and growing and bursting with life, and everyone is well, it can be the best job in the world.”
The first four episodes of series three of Clarkson’s Farm are available to watch on Amazon Prime from May 3
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Clarkson's Favourite Farm Machines
JCB Agri Super telehandler, £100,814
I went for 59 years without a telehandler and I have no idea how. It’s a machine with a telescopic arm that can lift and move heavy loads and is as cool as the kit on Thunderbirds. You will recall from childhood that we had very small straw bales because that was as much as a man could lift. Now they’re much bigger because of the telehandler. Seed comes in half-tonne bags since all farmers have one. They are the Swiss army knives of the farm. I once used it to transport crates of empty bottles, and although it’s me we’re talking about, I didn’t drop one. You can also drive it to the pub. How did the world work before telehandlers?
Robocut2 RC40 mulching machine, from £45,000
This may have a top speed of only 2.5mph but it’s a destroyer of worlds. They could have had HS2 built in 20 minutes with one of these. It has tracks and a snazzy yellow paint job, but it’s not much bigger than a kitchen table and has a tiny diesel engine, so it’s as fast as an earwig. Plus it’s radio- controlled, so there are complex electronics, which is just what you don’t want in a big wet wood. But it works. On the front there’s a rotating drum, studded with steel spiky bits. I used it to clear brambles by the pond and two minutes after starting the engine they were dust. I’ve never encountered a machine that does so efficiently what it sets out to do.
Kokan berry harvester 500S, £156,000
A brilliant machine but we couldn’t make it work. You had to get it to straddle a hedge, but to reach a hedge that was rich in blackberries first we had to get it down 200 yards of stone wall. The wall is still destroyed as a result, so that was a bit of a disaster. Most of my hedges proved too big and thick because I let them grow wild to attract insects and birds.
Kobelco mini-excavator, from £53,000
I don’t think there’s a man alive who wouldn’t have fun with a digger. Go and make a pond. No, make a trench. There was a wonderful moment while we were building the farm shop car park when Lisa was using the road roller, Gerald was on the tractor and Kaleb and I were excavating. The full Avengers Assembled. I love days like that.
Lamborghini R8 270 tractor, £40,000
I quite wanted a Fendt tractor, but they are expensive and I’m from Yorkshire. The R8 was only £40,000 second-hand, but it has 48 gears and 188 buttons and it’s impossible to remember what all of them do. It’s also huge. It was too big for my barn, so I had to build a new one. Even the front tyres are taller than me. I said when I got it that if a Lamborghini Aventador made love to a spaceship, this is what you’d end up with. I’ve never been terrified at 25mph before, but when I first drove it I really was. At the start I didn’t complete a single job without at least one crash, but I’ve got the hang of driving it.
Nettle harvester, from £230
Half my farm is brambles and nettles, so I came up with a plan to harvest the nettles for soup. At first I tried the same machines they use for harvesting tea, but it was suspended from my shoulders, so my back was soon in agony. Then I switched to a bigger device with a hedge-cutter underneath and a fan for blowing the leaves into a collecting bag. It was good at hoovering up the top leaves but it also harvested the stalks as well as twigs, dead mice and everything else on the forest floor. While I might get people to try soup made from nettles, they would shy away from a label saying, “May contain traces of deer faeces”.
K Two Bio 1600 muck spreader, from £66,000
That thing had the power of a Gatling gun. You could load it with gravel and drive it through a war zone. Actually, you could just leave it full of cow manure. No soldier is going to like being hit in the face by cow manure doing 150mph. The only problem is that when a stone gets into the muck, as sometimes happens, it gets flung at high speed out of the back. One went 48 metres across a field and somebody’s garden, through their sitting room window, ripped a hole in their sofa, went into their kitchen, hit the fridge door and broke it.
Protech P200S post-driver, from £6,950
Until these hydraulic post-knockers came along you had to use a manual one, nicknamed a “man killer”. There’s nothing that wears you out more than manually knocking in a fencepost, particularly around here where the ground is 90 per cent stone. So the hydraulic machine is a very good invention, although it’s also a scary-looking thing. It could be used in Gangs of Chipping Norton. This really would break you in half. But we got all the fences done — not terribly well, but we did a pretty good job.
Supacat ATMP 6×6, £9,000
I went to a sale of ex-army equipment and saw the Supacat. I think it was £9,000. The army used them to rescue Snatch Land Rovers that had broken down or been blown up in the desert in Afghanistan or Iraq. I thought, “That’ll be very useful on the farm.” With it having not stopped raining since December 8, it’s useful because it has big, fat, soft tyres. It doesn’t get stuck or damage the earth. It has no roof, number plates or suspension, so it’s no good on the M40, but around the farm it’s ideal. No matter what the weather’s doing I can fire up the Supacat, attach the trailer using an extremely manly Nato hitch and head off for firewood.
BHC twin-engine hovercraft, from £25,000
I like hovercrafts and this one was a lovely former air-sea rescue machine. We tried it for crop spraying. A tractor leaves wheel ruts in a field where nothing grows afterwards, but a hovercraft doesn’t, so you get better coverage. The trouble was, it couldn’t cope with any kind of gradient or, as it turned out, any kind of weight in terms of the liquid fertiliser spray. So you set off and after a minute you had to come back and refill it with nitrate fertiliser. I think it would have needed 75 refills to do one field, so it would have taken Kaleb all day. Also, he fell off. So, tragically, the hovercraft was abandoned.

The first poem that comes to my mind is "Blackberry Picking" by Seamus Heaney. I learnt it off by heart for a poetry recital that my grandma took me to, so it has sentimental value for me. I wanted to cook something that used blackberries as the main ingredient, and ideally captured the colour of stained hands from an afternoon blackberry picking.
The recipe I chose fit the bill perfectly: Claire Saffitz's Blackberry Caramel Tart. I absolutely loved the pastry for this dish, it has toasted almond flour in it and that really comes through giving an extra dimension to the dish. I've never made a fruit caramel before but it was surprisingly straightforward and delicious. Everything gets set together with a bit of gelatine. I accidentally used a bit too much gelatine so it set quite firm, but the flavours were great and I love the colours. It's my first Claire Saffitz recipe, but I'll definitely be back for more!
"Blackberry Picking" - Seamus Heaney
Late August, given heavy rain and sun For a full week, the blackberries would ripen. At first, just one, a glossy purple clot Among others, red, green, hard as a knot. You ate that first one and its flesh was sweet Like thickened wine: summer's blood was in it Leaving stains upon the tongue and lust for Picking. Then red ones inked up and that hunger Sent us out with milk cans, pea tins, jam-pots Where briars scratched and wet grass bleached our boots. Round hayfields, cornfields and potato-drills We trekked and picked until the cans were full, Until the tinkling bottom had been covered With green ones, and on top big dark blobs burned Like a plate of eyes. Our hands were peppered With thorn pricks, our palms sticky as Bluebeard's.
We hoarded the fresh berries in the byre. But when the bath was filled we found a fur, A rat-grey fungus, glutting on our cache. The juice was stinking too. Once off the bush The fruit fermented, the sweet flesh would turn sour. I always felt like crying. It wasn't fair That all the lovely canfuls smelt of rot. Each year I hoped they'd keep, knew they would not.

15 Top Farms in New Jersey for Family Entertainment Are you hesitant about spending a day at a farm for family entertainment? Well, let me assure you that these top farms in New Jersey are not your typical run-of-the-mill farms. They offer a plethora of activities and attractions that will keep the whole family engaged and entertained.From petting zoos and pick-your-own events to scenic rides and delicious treats, these farms have something for everyone. So, if you're looking for a unique and enjoyable day out with your family, keep reading to discover the 15 top farms in New Jersey that will leave you wanting more.Key TakeawaysAlstede Farms in Chester offers a variety of activities and events for families, including mazes, pony rides, hayrides, and seasonal festivals. They also have a farm store with organic produce and homemade pies.Argos Farms in Forked River provides summer activities like blueberry and sunflower picking, as well as fall activities such as pumpkin picking and corn mazes. They even have a visit from Santa in December.Abmas Farm in Wyckoff has a petting zoo with a wide range of animals, including goats, sheep, alpacas, and donkeys. They also offer fall activities like hayrides and pumpkin decorating events.Demarest Farms in Hillsdale is a kid-friendly farm with pick-your-own options for peaches, apples, and pumpkins. They have farm animals to interact with, colorful playhouses, and special events like the Halloween Light Show and Orchard of Lights with Santa.Alstede Farms - ChesterAt Alstede Farms in Chester, our family-owned and sprawling 600-acre farm offers a wide range of activities and events for all ages to enjoy. As one of the best family-friendly farms near me, we strive to create an atmosphere of freedom and fun. Every day, we've an array of exciting activities available, such as navigating our challenging corn maze, taking a pony ride, going on a hayride, and bouncing around in our bouncy house.But that's not all - we've so much more to offer. Our farm is home to various mazes that will test your navigation skills, as well as friendly animals that you can meet and interact with. From goats and sheep to alpacas and donkeys, there's a furry friend for everyone.Throughout the year, we also host seasonal festivals and special events that add an extra touch of excitement to your visit. And don't forget to stop by our farm store, where you can find organic fruits and veggies, homemade pies bursting with flavor, and fresh, creamy ice cream.Not only are we one of the best farms in South Jersey, but we also prioritize creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for families. We understand that freedom means being able to explore, engage, and enjoy. So whether you're looking for a day of adventure or simply want to relax and take in the beauty of our farm, Alstede Farms is the perfect destination for you.Come and experience the joy and freedom of our family-friendly farm near you.Argos Farms - Forked RiverAfter exploring the wide variety of activities and events at Alstede Farms in Chester, let's now turn our attention to Argos Farms in Forked River, where there's even more family fun awaiting. Argos Farms is one of the most kid-friendly farms near me and offers a range of exciting experiences for visitors of all ages. Located in South Jersey, this farm provides a perfect day out for families looking to enjoy the beauty of nature while having a great time together.During the summer, Argos Farms offers blueberry and sunflower picking, allowing families to get close to nature and take home some delicious treats. Kids can also enjoy an exhilarating obstacle course and jump around on the giant jumper pillow. As fall approaches, the farm transforms into a pumpkin paradise, with pumpkin picking, a challenging corn maze, wagon rides through the scenic surroundings, and even a thrilling zip line adventure.One of the highlights of visiting Argos Farms in December is the special visit from Santa Claus himself. Children can meet Santa, share their wishes, and take memorable photos to cherish. The farm's festive atmosphere creates a magical experience for the whole family.Argos Farms is one of the top farms in South Jersey, offering a wide range of activities and attractions throughout the year. Whether you're looking to pick fresh produce, explore a corn maze, or simply enjoy a day of outdoor fun, this farm has it all. So, if you're in search of granjas en New Jersey that provide a perfect blend of entertainment and nature, be sure to put Argos Farms on your list of must-visit destinations.Abmas Farm - WyckoffLocated in Wyckoff, Abmas Farm is a delightful destination that offers a wide range of family-friendly activities and attractions. As one of the best farms near me, Abmas Farm provides a fantastic experience for both kids and adults alike.One of the highlights of the farm is its petting zoo, which features a variety of friendly animals such as goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, and pigs. Visitors can interact with these animals and even take part in the unique goat walk and visit the duck pond in Bunnyville.During the fall season, Abmas Farm offers a variety of fun-filled activities. Families can enjoy hayrides to the pumpkin patch, where they can pick out their favorite pumpkins to take home. The farm also hosts fall story time sessions and pumpkin decorating events, adding to the festive atmosphere. Additionally, Abmas Farm offers a farm camp for kids ages 5-10, providing them with an opportunity to learn about farm life and engage in hands-on activities.Abmas Farm isn't just limited to the fall season. Throughout the growing season, visitors can participate in pick-your-own events, allowing them to gather fresh produce straight from the farm. This provides a unique opportunity to experience the joy of harvesting fruits and vegetables while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.Demarest Farms - HillsdaleAs we continue our exploration of family-friendly farms in New Jersey, let's now turn our attention to Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, where visitors of all ages can enjoy a delightful combination of fresh produce, friendly farm animals, and vibrant seasonal events.Here are four reasons why Demarest Farms should be on your list of farms to visit near you:Fresh Produce: Demarest Farms offers a U-pick experience, allowing you to handpick peaches, apples, and pumpkins straight from the fields. There's nothing quite like the taste of freshly harvested fruits and vegetables, and Demarest Farms ensures that you have access to the best quality produce.Friendly Farm Animals: Get up close and personal with the farm's adorable petting pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens. These friendly animals are always eager to interact with visitors, making it a memorable experience for both kids and adults alike. It's a great opportunity to teach children about farm life and the importance of caring for animals.Engaging Activities: Demarest Farms goes beyond just farming by providing colorful wooden playhouses and photo board cutouts for children to enjoy. These interactive elements add an extra layer of fun to the visit, allowing kids to unleash their creativity and imagination. Additionally, the farm hosts seasonal events like the Halloween Light Show in October and the Orchard of Lights with Santa in December, ensuring that there's always something exciting happening.Convenient Location: With Demarest Farms being located in Hillsdale, it's easily accessible for those looking for farms by them. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this farm is a perfect destination for a fun-filled day with the family.Conklin Farm U-Pick - MontvilleWe were thrilled to discover Conklin Farm U-Pick in Montville, a charming and intimate venue that offers a variety of fall activities and attractions for the whole family to enjoy. This smaller and more intimate farm provides a unique and personal experience that allows visitors to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the season.One of the highlights at Conklin Farm U-Pick is the pumpkin picking. Families can stroll through the pumpkin patch, searching for the perfect pumpkin to take home and carve. The farm also offers a corn maze, where visitors can test their navigational skills and try to find their way out. For those looking for a more relaxing experience, there are hayrides available that provide a picturesque view of the farm and surrounding countryside.Children will love the train ride that takes them around the farm, giving them a chance to see the barnyard animals up close. From goats and sheep to chickens and pigs, there are plenty of friendly animals to meet and interact with. And when hunger strikes, the snack shack offers delicious treats like hotdogs, hot cider, candy apples, and homemade doughnuts.For older kids seeking a thrill, there's a haunted hayride that promises to provide a spooky and exciting experience. And for those looking to test their strength and accuracy, there's a pumpkin slingshot game where participants have a chance to win a giant pumpkin.Conklin Farm U-Pick in Montville is truly a hidden gem that offers a unique and personal fall experience for the whole family. With its variety of activities and attractions, it's the perfect destination for those seeking a fun and memorable day on the farm.Stony Hill Farms - ChesterAfter enjoying the charming and intimate experience at Conklin Farm U-Pick, families seeking more fall fun can head over to Stony Hill Farms in Chester for a day filled with exciting activities and attractions. Here are four reasons why Stony Hill Farms should be on your list of must-visit farms in New Jersey:Giant 10-acre corn maze: Get ready to test your navigational skills in Stony Hill Farms' impressive corn maze. With twists, turns, and dead ends, this maze is sure to challenge both kids and adults alike. Can you find your way out?Mini corn maze: If the giant corn maze seems a bit too daunting, don't worry! Stony Hill Farms also offers a mini corn maze perfect for younger children. They can explore and have fun while feeling a sense of accomplishment at finding their way out.Rope maze: For something a little different, try out the rope maze at Stony Hill Farms. This unique maze is made up of ropes that you have to navigate through, adding an extra element of fun and excitement to your visit.Hayrides and playground: Take a relaxing hayride around the farm and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Afterward, let the kids burn off some energy at the playground, complete with slides, swings, and climbing structures. It's the perfect way to keep the little ones entertained while you take a break and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.Stony Hill Farms in Chester offers a wide range of activities and attractions that are sure to please everyone in the family. From challenging mazes to relaxing hayrides, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So pack up the family and head over to Stony Hill Farms for a day of fall fun and excitement.Terhune Orchards - PrincetonNestled in the picturesque town of Princeton, Terhune Orchards offers a delightful experience for families seeking fresh produce, fun activities, and a charming farm atmosphere. As you enter the orchard, you're greeted by the sight of vibrant apple trees stretching as far as the eye can see. The farm is home to over 30 varieties of apples, allowing visitors to pick their own and enjoy the freshest fruit imaginable.One of the highlights of Terhune Orchards is the barnyard animals. Children have the opportunity to interact with friendly goats, sheep, chickens, and even ponies. They can pet and feed these adorable creatures while learning about farm life. A half-mile farm walking trail winds through the orchard, providing a serene and scenic experience for the whole family.Terhune Orchards also offers pony and tractor rides, adding an extra element of excitement to your visit. Kids can hop on a pony and take a leisurely ride around the farm or enjoy a tractor-drawn wagon ride through the orchard. These activities allow children to immerse themselves in the farm atmosphere while creating lasting memories.During the fall season, Terhune Orchards hosts Fall Family Weekends, where families can enjoy additional attractions such as a cornstalk and hay bale maze, face painting, and pumpkin decorating. These festive activities make for a perfect day out with the family, filled with laughter and joy.In addition to the engaging activities, Terhune Orchards boasts a farm store that offers a wide selection of fresh produce, homemade pies, and even fresh ice cream. You can take home some of the farm's delicious offerings, ensuring that the fun and flavors of Terhune Orchards continue long after your visit.Terhune Orchards in Princeton truly exemplifies the beauty and charm of a family-friendly farm. From the fresh produce to the fun-filled activities, this farm provides an experience that's sure to delight visitors of all ages. So gather your loved ones and embark on an adventure to Terhune Orchards, where freedom and enjoyment await.Von Thuns - South BrunswickVon Thuns in South Brunswick offers a delightful farm experience filled with pick-your-own options, festive fall weekends, and scenic moonlit mazes. Here are four reasons why you should visit Von Thuns for a fun-filled day with your family:Abundance of Pick-Your-Own Options: At Von Thuns, you can immerse yourself in the joy of picking your own fresh produce. From apples and strawberries to peas, blueberries, blackberries, and pumpkins, there's a wide variety of fruits and vegetables for you to choose from. This hands-on experience allows you to connect with nature and appreciate the journey from farm to table.Festive Fall Weekends: Fall at Von Thuns is a time of celebration and excitement. During the weekends, the farm comes alive with a range of activities for the whole family. Enjoy hayrides through the scenic countryside, navigate your way through the corn maze, challenge your loved ones to a game of mini golf, or pedal around on the karts. There's something for everyone to enjoy and create lasting memories.Scenic Moonlit Mazes: For a unique and enchanting experience, Von Thuns offers moonlit mazes. As the sun sets and the moon rises, explore the twists and turns of the maze under the night sky. The magical ambiance adds a touch of mystique and adventure to your farm visit. Don't forget to bring a flashlight and embrace the thrill of finding your way through the maze.Farm Store Delights: Before you leave, make sure to stop by the farm store at Von Thuns. Indulge in a variety of baked goods made with fresh ingredients from the farm. Take home some delicious produce to enjoy with your family. From pies and bread to jams and jellies, the farm store offers a taste of the farm's bounty that you can savor long after your visit.Von Thuns in South Brunswick is a place where families can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With pick-your-own options, festive fall weekends, scenic moonlit mazes, and a farm store filled with treats, Von Thuns offers an unforgettable experience for all. So gather your loved ones and embark on a journey of freedom and fun at Von Thuns.Wightman Farms - MorristownWightman Farms in Morristown offers a delightful farm experience with scenic hayrides, a challenging corn maze, and delicious treats for the whole family to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a fun day out or want to indulge in some mouthwatering treats, Wightman Farms has something for everyone.One of the highlights at Wightman Farms is their scenic hayrides. Hop on a wagon and take a leisurely ride through the picturesque farm, enjoying the beautiful scenery and fresh country air. It's a perfect way to relax and soak in the beauty of nature.If you're up for a challenge, don't miss the corn maze at Wightman Farms. Get lost in the twists and turns of the maze as you try to find your way out. It's a great activity for both kids and adults, and it's sure to test your navigation skills.For those with a sweet tooth, Wightman Farms has a wide selection of delicious treats. Indulge in freshly squeezed apple cider, homemade pies, apple butter, and their famous cider doughnuts. These mouthwatering treats are made with love and are sure to satisfy any craving.To give you a better idea of what Wightman Farms has to offer, here's a table showcasing their attractions:AttractionDescriptionScenic HayridesEnjoy a relaxing ride through the farm and take in the beautiful scenery.Corn MazeTest your navigation skills in this challenging corn maze.Corn-Filled SandboxLet the kids have fun in this unique play area filled with corn.Delicious TreatsIndulge in freshly squeezed apple cider, homemade pies, apple butter, and cider doughnuts.Wightman Farms provides a perfect blend of entertainment and delicious treats, making it an ideal destination for a fun-filled day for the whole family. So gather your loved ones and head over to Wightman Farms in Morristown for an unforgettable farm experience.Ort Farms - Long ValleyAfter experiencing the delightful farm activities and delicious treats at Wightman Farms, it's time to explore another family-friendly destination in New Jersey: Ort Farms in Long Valley. Here are four reasons why Ort Farms is a must-visit for families seeking freedom and fun:Fresh Fruit and Vegetables: Ort Farms is known for its high-quality produce. From juicy strawberries in the summer to crisp apples in the fall, there's always a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables to choose from. You can even pick your own and experience the joy of harvesting your food straight from the fields.Beautiful Flowers: If you have a green thumb or simply appreciate the beauty of nature, Ort Farms has a stunning selection of flowers. From vibrant sunflowers to fragrant roses, the farm offers a colorful array of blooms to brighten up any garden or living space.Delicious Baked Goods: Indulge your taste buds with the mouthwatering baked goods at Ort Farms. From warm apple pies to fluffy muffins, their bakery is a treat for both the young and the young at heart. Don't forget to try their famous cider doughnuts, freshly made and coated in cinnamon sugar.Giant Pumpkins: Ort Farms is home to some truly enormous pumpkins. Take your family on a quest to find the biggest one and snap some memorable photos. These giant pumpkins are a sight to behold and will surely leave a lasting impression.At Ort Farms, you can enjoy the freedom of exploring the fields, picking your own produce, and indulging in delicious treats. Whether you're looking for fresh fruits and vegetables, beautiful flowers, or an adventure in a corn maze, Ort Farms has something for everyone in the family. So pack your bags and get ready for a day filled with fun and freedom at Ort Farms in Long Valley.Farms With a Variety of Activities and EventsThere are several farms in New Jersey that offer a variety of activities and events for families to enjoy. These farms provide a perfect opportunity for families to spend quality time together while engaging in fun and exciting experiences. Let's take a look at some of these farms and what they have to offer:Farm NameLocationActivities and EventsAlstede FarmsChester- Daily availability of corn maze, pony rides, hayrides, and bouncy house - Various mazes and friendly animals to meet - Seasonal festivals and special events - Farm store with organic fruits and veggies, homemade pies, and fresh ice creamArgos FarmsForked River- Summer activities include blueberry and sunflower picking, obstacle course, and jumper pillow - Fall activities include pumpkin picking, corn maze, wagon rides, and zip line - Visit from Santa in DecemberAbmas FarmWyckoff- Petting zoo with a variety of animals - Fall activities include hayrides to the pumpkin patch, fall story time sessions, and pumpkin decorating events - Farm camp for kids ages 5-10 - Pick-your-own events throughout the growing seasonDemarest FarmsHillsdale- U-pick peaches, apples, and pumpkins - Petting pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens - Colorful wooden playhouses and photo board cutouts - Halloween Light Show in October and Orchard of Lights with Santa in DecemberThese farms offer a wide range of activities and events that cater to different interests and ages. Alstede Farms, located in Chester, provides daily access to a corn maze, pony rides, hayrides, and a bouncy house. They also have various mazes and friendly animals for visitors to meet. Additionally, they host seasonal festivals and special events, making each visit a unique experience. The farm store at Alstede Farms is a great place to find organic fruits and veggies, homemade pies, and fresh ice cream.Argos Farms in Forked River is another farm that offers a variety of activities throughout the year. During the summer, visitors can enjoy blueberry and sunflower picking, an obstacle course, and a jumper pillow. In the fall, the farm provides pumpkin picking, a corn maze, wagon rides, and a zip line. And don't forget to visit Santa in December!Abmas Farm in Wyckoff is a great choice for families looking for a petting zoo experience. This farm has a wide variety of animals, including goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, and pigs. Kids can also enjoy activities such as the goat walk, duck pond, and Bunnyville. In the fall, Abmas Farm offers hayrides to the pumpkin patch, fall story time sessions, and pumpkin decorating events. They even have a farm camp for kids ages 5-10, where they can learn about farming and interact with the animals.Farms With Petting Zoos and Pick-Your-Own EventsOne of the highlights of visiting farms in New Jersey is the opportunity to interact with adorable animals and pick your own fresh produce. Here are four farms that offer petting zoos and pick-your-own events:Alstede Farms - ChesterThis 600-acre family-owned farm offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. You can enjoy a corn maze, pony rides, hayrides, and even bounce around in a bouncy house.They've various mazes to explore and friendly animals to meet, making it a fun and interactive experience.Alstede Farms also hosts seasonal festivals and special events throughout the year, so there's always something new to discover.Don't forget to stop by their farm store, where you can find organic fruits and veggies, homemade pies, and fresh ice cream.Argos Farms - Forked RiverDuring the summer months, Argos Farms offers blueberry and sunflower picking, as well as an obstacle course and a jumper pillow for some high-flying fun.In the fall, you can go pumpkin picking, navigate through a corn maze, enjoy wagon rides, and even try out their zip line.And if you visit in December, you might just get a chance to meet Santa himself.Abmas Farm - WyckoffAbmas Farm is home to a petting zoo where you can meet a variety of animals, including goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, pigs, and more.They also offer unique attractions like the goat walk and the duck pond, as well as Bunnyville, a special area dedicated to bunnies.In the fall, you can enjoy hayrides to the pumpkin patch, participate in fall story time sessions, and even join pumpkin decorating events.Abmas Farm also offers a farm camp for kids ages 5-10 and hosts pick-your-own events throughout the growing season.Demarest Farms - HillsdaleDemarest Farms is a kid-friendly farm that not only offers fresh produce but also has a variety of farm animals to interact with.You can pick your own peaches, apples, and pumpkins, and while you're there, don't forget to say hello to the petting pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens.The farm also features colorful wooden playhouses and photo board cutouts, perfect for capturing those memorable moments.And if you visit during October or December, be sure to catch their Halloween Light Show and Orchard of Lights with Santa.These farms provide a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy hands-on experiences with animals and the chance to harvest their own fresh produce. Whether you're looking for a petting zoo or a pick-your-own event, these farms in New Jersey have something for everyone.Farms With Fall Activities and AttractionsAs we enter the autumn season, New Jersey farms transform into vibrant destinations filled with fall activities and attractions that offer fun for the whole family. From pumpkin picking to corn mazes, hayrides to petting zoos, there are plenty of options to choose from. Let's take a look at some of the top farms in New Jersey that offer fall activities and attractions.Farm NameLocationActivities and AttractionsAlstede FarmsChesterDaily availability of corn maze, pony rides, hayrides, and moreArgos FarmsForked RiverPumpkin picking, corn maze, wagon rides, and zip lineAbmas FarmWyckoffPetting zoo, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, pumpkin decoratingDemarest FarmsHillsdaleU-pick peaches, apples, and pumpkins, petting pigs and moreConklin FarmMontvillePumpkin picking, corn maze, train ride, and moreAt Alstede Farms in Chester, families can enjoy a 600-acre farm with daily availability of a corn maze, pony rides, hayrides, and a bouncy house. The farm also offers various mazes and a chance to meet friendly animals. Seasonal festivals and special events add to the excitement, and the farm store is stocked with organic fruits and veggies, homemade pies, and fresh ice cream.Argos Farms in Forked River offers a range of fall activities, including pumpkin picking, a corn maze, wagon rides, and a zip line. In December, Santa even pays a visit to the farm.Abmas Farm in Wyckoff is known for its petting zoo, where visitors can interact with goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, pigs, and more. The farm also offers hayrides to the pumpkin patch, fall story time sessions, and pumpkin decorating events.Demarest Farms in Hillsdale is a kid-friendly farm where families can pick their own peaches, apples, and pumpkins. Kids can also enjoy petting pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens. Colorful wooden playhouses and photo board cutouts add to the fun, and the farm hosts a Halloween Light Show in October and an Orchard of Lights with Santa in December.Conklin Farm in Montville offers a more intimate venue for fall activities. Families can enjoy pumpkin picking, a corn maze, train ride, barnyard animals, and hayrides. A snack shack with hotdogs, hot cider, candy apples, and homemade doughnuts is available, and older kids can even experience a haunted hayride.These farms are just a few examples of the many destinations in New Jersey that offer fall activities and attractions. So gather your loved ones and head out to a farm near you for a memorable autumn adventure.Farms With Pick-Your-Own Options and FestivalsLet's dive into the world of farms in New Jersey that offer pick-your-own options and host exciting festivals. Here are four farms that provide a fun-filled experience for the whole family:Alstede Farms - Chester: This 600-acre family-owned farm offers a wide range of activities. Enjoy daily adventures such as navigating through a corn maze, pony rides, hayrides, and bouncing in a bouncy house. Meet friendly animals and explore various mazes. Don't miss out on their seasonal festivals and special events. You can also visit their farm store, which offers organic fruits and veggies, homemade pies, and fresh ice cream.Argos Farms - Forked River: During the summer, Argos Farms is the place to be for blueberry and sunflower picking, as well as an obstacle course and jumper pillow. In the fall, enjoy pumpkin picking, a corn maze, wagon rides, and a thrilling zip line. And keep an eye out for a special visit from Santa in December.Abmas Farm - Wyckoff: Abmas Farm is known for its petting zoo, featuring a variety of animals including goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, ponies, bunnies, and pigs. Explore attractions like the goat walk, duck pond, and Bunnyville. Fall activities include hayrides to the pumpkin patch, fall story time sessions, and pumpkin decorating events. They also offer a farm camp for kids ages 5-10 and pick-your-own events throughout the growing season.Demarest Farms - Hillsdale: This kid-friendly farm boasts fresh produce and a chance to interact with farm animals. U-pick peaches, apples, and pumpkins are available. Kids will love petting pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens. Additionally, colorful wooden playhouses and photo board cutouts provide endless entertainment. Don't miss their Halloween Light Show in October and Orchard of Lights with Santa in December.These farms offer not only pick-your-own options but also exciting festivals and events. So gather your loved ones and head out to experience the freedom and fun of these New Jersey farms.Farms With Scenic Rides and Delicious TreatsWith its scenic rides and delectable treats, exploring the farms in New Jersey becomes a delightful experience for all. Among the top farms that offer both scenic rides and delicious treats are Wightman Farms in Morristown and Ort Farms in Long Valley.Wightman Farms is known for its scenic hayrides that take you through their beautiful fields and orchards. As you take in the breathtaking views, the fresh country air fills your lungs, giving you a sense of freedom and relaxation. After the hayride, you can enjoy their corn maze, where you can challenge yourself to find your way out. And while you're there, don't forget to try their freshly squeezed apple cider, homemade pies, apple butter, and cider doughnuts. These treats are made with love and will surely satisfy your cravings.Ort Farms, on the other hand, offers not only scenic views but also fresh fruit and vegetables. As you stroll through their farm, you'll be surrounded by beautiful flowers and the smell of nature. When it's time for a treat, head over to their bakery and indulge in their delicious baked goods. From pies to cookies, their treats are made with the finest ingredients and are sure to please your taste buds. And if you're in the mood for some autumn fun, don't miss their giant pumpkins and their fun corn maze.Frequently Asked QuestionsAre There Any Farms in New Jersey That Offer Activities and Events for Families Year-Round?Yes, there are farms in New Jersey that offer activities and events for families year-round. Some of these farms include Alstede Farms, Argos Farms, Abmas Farm, Demarest Farms, Conklin Farm U-Pick, Stony Hill Farms, Terhune Orchards, Von Thuns, Wightman Farms, and Ort Farms.These farms provide a variety of experiences such as petting zoos, pick-your-own events, fall activities, scenic rides, and delicious treats. Families can enjoy a range of fun-filled activities and create lasting memories at these farms throughout the year.Which Farms in New Jersey Have a Petting Zoo Where Visitors Can Interact With a Variety of Animals?There are several farms in New Jersey where visitors can interact with a variety of animals.Alstede Farms in Chester has a petting zoo with friendly goats, sheep, alpacas, ponies, and more.Abmas Farm in Wyckoff also has a petting zoo with goats, sheep, donkeys, bunnies, pigs, and other animals.Demarest Farms in Hillsdale allows visitors to pet pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens.These farms offer a fun and educational experience for families looking to interact with animals.Are There Any Farms in New Jersey That Offer Pick-Your-Own Events and Festivals Throughout the Year?Yes, there are several farms in New Jersey that offer pick-your-own events and festivals throughout the year.Some of these farms include Abmas Farm in Wyckoff, which offers pick-your-own events throughout the growing season and has a petting zoo with a variety of animals.Terhune Orchards in Princeton also offers pick-your-own options, including over 30 varieties of apples, and hosts Fall Family Weekends with cornstalk and hay bale mazes, face painting, and pumpkin decorating.Von Thuns in South Brunswick has pick-your-own options for apples, strawberries, peas, blueberries, blackberries, and pumpkins, and hosts Fall Festival Weekends with hayrides, corn mazes, and more.These farms provide a fun and interactive experience for the whole family.Do Any Farms in New Jersey Offer Scenic Rides in Addition to Delicious Treats?Yes, some farms in New Jersey offer scenic rides in addition to delicious treats.Wightman Farms in Morristown provides scenic hayrides through their beautiful farm. You can also enjoy their corn maze and corn-filled sandbox. Don't forget to try their freshly squeezed apple cider, homemade pies, apple butter, and cider doughnuts.Ort Farms in Long Valley offers scenic rides as well, along with fresh fruit and vegetables, beautiful flowers, delicious baked goods, and giant pumpkins.Are There Any Farms in New Jersey That Are Known for Their Fall Activities and Attractions?There are several farms in New Jersey that are known for their fall activities and attractions.One popular option is Conklin Farm U-Pick in Montville, which offers pumpkin picking, a corn maze, train rides, and barnyard animals.Another great choice is Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, where you can enjoy U-pick peaches, apples, and pumpkins, as well as petting pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens.Stony Hill Farms in Chester also offers a giant corn maze, hayrides, and a playground.These farms provide fun and excitement for the whole family during the fall season.ConclusionAs we bid farewell to the enchanting farms of New Jersey, we're reminded of the beauty and wonder that can be found in the simplest of pleasures.These farms, with their vibrant fields, playful animals, and delicious treats, symbolize the joy and connection that can be experienced when families come together to explore and create memories.So, gather your loved ones and embark on a journey filled with laughter, adventure, and the magic that only a day on these top farms can provide. 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BOCO Flamenco Festival @ Boulder Theater @ 7PM This year’s festival features high-energy flamenco performances filled with emotive, and rhythmic storytelling, and inspired by the vivid artwork of the painter Mark Rothko.
LANY @ Mission Ballroom @ 7:30PM With Hazlett & Conor Burns
Blackberry Smoke @ Ogden Theatre @ 8PM With Them Dirty Roses
Boogarins + Levitation Room @ Marquis Theater @ 8PM
Ryan Beatty @ Gothic Theatre @ 8PM
HE$H @ The Church Nightclub @ 9PM
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum @ Bluebird Theater @ 8PM
Briscoe + Nathaniel Riley @ Globe Hall @ 8PM

FRIDAY - MARCH 8th

Avalanche vs Wild @ Ball Arena @ 7PM
Spring Exhibition Opening Party @ MCA @ 6PM Celebrate the opening night of MCA’s Spring exhibitions with drinks, music, and your local community of art lovers.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift @ Trinity United Methodist Church @ 6:30PM / 9PM Hear your favorite Taylor Swift hits classically reimagined!
Emo Nite @ Summit @ 9PM
Chelsea Cutler @ Fillmore Auditorium @ 7:30PM
Ravenscoon @ Ogden Theatre @ 7:30PM With Barnacle boi, Brothel., & more
Honey Island Swamp Band @ Meow Wolf @ 8PM
Briston Maroney @ Gothic Theatre @ 8:30PM With Snarls
Wuki @ Temple @ 10PM
Simon Doty + Alex Kennon @ The Church Nightclub @ 9PM
Donavon Frankenreiter @ Bluebird Theater @ 8PM With Goodnight, Texas
TOBEHONEST @ Boulder Theater @ 7:30PM With Peazy & LØU
Husbands @ Fox Theatre @ 8PM With Being Dead & Pool Sharks
Evan Dando @ Globe Hall @ 8PM
Chain Station @ Chautauqua Community House @ 8PM

SATURDAY - MARCH 9th

Nuggets vs Jazz @ Ball Arena @ 7PM
March Boxing Madness @ Boulder Theater @ 6PM Javier Aragon vs Jeremy Ramos
Beer Fest @ Zeppelin Station @ 1PM This enchanting beer festival invites you to step into a mythical land filled with faeries, dragons, and the finest brews from across the kingdom of Denver.
Merch Radness Vintage and Apparel Market @ Improper City @ 3PM This market will be hosting some of Denver’s finest vintage, makers, & designers.
Decade of Darshan @ Lumonics Light & Sound Gallery @ 7:00 PM Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Darshan Dance Company with special guests including DJ MIRAJA.
Lady Aviator Showcase @ Wings Museum @ 10AM Meet and learn from female pilots, see their airplanes up close, and enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks.
‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’ Screening @ DMNS @ 7PM
Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac @ Trinity United Methodist Church @ 6:30PM / 9PM Fleetwood Mac’s best hits reimagined for piano and violin!
Christian McBride @ Lone Tree Arts Center @ 8PM
Brett Young @ Fillmore Auditorium @ 6:30PM
Moon Taxi @ Summit @ 8PM
Destroyer @ Marquis Theater @ 8PM
SunSquabi + Lespecial @ Mission Ballroom @ 8PM With Big Something & Underlux
Ravenscoon @ Ogden Theatre @ 7:30PM With Artifakts, Mindset, & more
Nils Hoffmann @ Meow Wolf @ 9PM With Garrettson Streit
Solshine Reverie @ Fox Theatre @ 8PM
Briston Maroney @ Gothic Theatre @ 8:30PM With Snarls
Madds @ Temple @ 10PM
Wildermiss @ Bluebird Theater @ 9PM With Hembree
Brendan Aberthany @ Globe Hall @ 8PM
The Rocket Summer @ Moxi Theater @ 8PM

SUNDAY - MARCH 10th

Nick Swardson Stand Up @ Comedy Works Downtown @ 7:15PM / 9:45PM
Louis Johnson Stand Up @ Comedy Works South @ 7PM
Petey @ Ogden Theatre @ 8PM
Twin Temple @ Gothic Theatre @ 8PM With Vowws
Hermanos de Leche @ Boulder Theater @ 8PM
Margo Cilker @ Globe Hall @ 8PM

All Weekend

SATURDAY & SUNDAY - Sugar Plum Bazaar Spring Fling @ The Arvada Center Sugar Plum Bazaar is a vibrant marketplace that showcases the creativity and talent of over 60 local makers and small businesses.
All weekend - Denver Restaurant Week LAST CHANCE - Celebrate the city’s thriving culinary scene with special prices at select restaurants!
All weekend - Jurassic Quest @ Colorado Convention Center Walk through this self-guided experience featuring more true-to-life dinosaurs than any other touring dinosaur event, plus dinosaur rides and a ton of activities!
All weekend - Ari Shaffir Stand Up @ Comedy Works Downtown
All weekend - Nick Swardson Stand Up @ Comedy Works South
All weekend - Stravinsky’s ‘The Firebird’ in Concert @ Boettcher Concert Hall Colorado Symphony performs Stravinsky’s eternally captivating ‘The Firebird,’ a composition that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality.
All weekend - 2024 Oscar Shorts: Live Action @ Dairy Arts Center Don’t miss this year’s selection of Oscar-nominated live action short films ahead of the big night!
All weekend - StarQuest International Dance Competition @ Colorado Convention Center Enjoy the theatrical, exciting, and fun-filled atmosphere and join in on the dance extravaganza!
All weekend - ‘Coppélia’ Ballet @ Ellie Caulkins Opera House This charming and humorous Colorado Ballet production tells the story of a young man infatuated with a life-like doll, leading to escapades and mistaken identities along a journey of true love.
All weekend - ‘Mindfield’ Ballet @ Dairy Arts Center Boulder Ballet presents their winter contemporary ballet production featuring three unique, yet intertwined dance pieces exploring the notions of personal wellness and movement as therapy.
All weekend - The Improvised Shakespeare Company Comedy Show @ Garner Galleria Theatre The dazzling players create a brand new, fully improvised masterpiece right before your eyes. Enjoy an evening of spontaneous comedy featuring the language and themes of William Shakespeare!
All weekend - ‘Hairspray’ Musical @ Buell Theatre Featuring the beloved score of hit songs, this all-new touring production brings back one of Broadway’s most iconic and warm-hearted stories.
All weekend - ‘Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812’ Musical @ Arvada Center Nominated for 12 Tony-awards upon its roaring premiere, this musical extravaganza combines the unimaginable - electropop tunes with the scandalous slice of Tolstoy’s ‘War and Peace.’
All weekend - 'The Legend of Georgia McBride' Play @ Vintage Theatre With snappy zingers and dance-worthy numbers, this wildly entertaining story challenges our perceptions of identity and classic gender roles with extraordinary humor and depth.
All weekend - ‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ Family-Friendly Musical @ Arvada Center Arnold Lobel's treasured characters hop from page to stage in a story of friendship and adventure.
All weekend - ‘Rubicon’ Play @ Kilstrom Theatre Based on a true story of Elizabeth Pack, ‘Rubicon’ tracks the thrilling career of one of history’s most effective spies.
All weekend - ‘Cebollas’ Play @ Singleton Theatre New Mexican culture and the immutable bond of sisterhood take center stage in this outlandish comedy, which received stellar audience response at the 2022 Colorado New Play Summit.

Ongoing

Ongoing - ‘Space Explorers: The Infinite’ Immersive Experience @ Stanley Marketplace Embark on an immersive excursion through new breathtaking videos that reveal the many wonders of space exploration.
Ongoing - ‘The Berlin Airlift: Supplies from the Sky’ Exhibition @ Wings Museum The exhibit shares the lessons of courage, perseverance, and the triumph of the human spirit and pays tribute to the brave citizens who risked their lives to bring hope to a divided city.
Ongoing - 'Spookadelia' Immersive Show @ Spectra Art Space 'Spookadelia: Doubt’s Echo' is an all-ages narrative-driven psychedelic immersive art, theatrical, and highly interactive experience.
Ongoing - Colorado Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Showcase @ DAM See projects from the annual Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens.
Ongoing - ‘The Russells in Denver, 1921’ Exhibition @ DAM Charles M. Russel’s works capture the vast landscapes, mountain ranges, and peoples of the American West of the 1880s, thus leaving a valuable chronicle of the West that once was.
Ongoing - ‘Personal Geographies’ Exhibition @ DAM The exhibition presents a selection of images by two artists - Trent Davis Bailey and Brian Adams who seek to understand themselves and the places they treasure though photography.
Ongoing - Spring Exhibition Series @ MCA NEW - MCA’s Spring series includes solo exhibitions of three contemporary artists whose multidisciplinary works focus on the exploration of the natural phenomena, landscapes, and human interactions with the natural world.
Ongoing - ‘Performing Self’ Exhibition @ Boulder Museum of Contemporary ArtThis exhibition provides a look into how seven multidisciplinary artists celebrate the mutability of self-identity through the embodiment of alter egos or personae.