Upcoming Events
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TEST Family Farm & Pizza Day at Susanna Farms
Family Farm & Pizza Day is coming up, and it’s shaping up to be one of our most joyful, low‑stress, high‑fun gatherings of the year. Think cozy barn vibes, animals to love on, music, games, and of course, pizza and cake.
Here’s what’s included:
Full use of the big barn with tables and chairs
Indoor games around the dance floor
Time to feed the goats and chickens
Pet/brush the donkey and pony
Interact with the horses
Outdoor games like bags, hula hoops, and more
It’s simple, relaxed, unstructured, and perfect for families who just want to show up and enjoy the day together.
Free for NPN member; $15 per person for non members.
Free lot parking available.
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Videos
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This webinar is about the ups and downs of parenting a baby during a pandemic. You will walk away from this webinar with an understanding of your baby’s emotional states, how to connect with your baby, and what to do when things feel hard.
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Articles
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