The Farm at Fairplex is probably the most dynamic part of Fairplex (which is saying something, since we’re constantly changing our campus for various events!) Whether it’s a new crop, a new batch of pickled vegetables, or a new family of rabbits, new life is constantly emerging in our five-acre urban farm. Meet some of…
Fairplex Snapshot: Friday at Fairplex
Our wonderful Farm at Fairplex staff brought some baby rabbits and newly hatched turkeys out to play! The whole team drove over to our neck of the woods for some quality bonding time: The team also brought out some Farm treats for us to sample: pickled quail and chicken eggs, a fresh batch of eggplant…
Fairplex Snapshot: Look who came to visit!
What a fun Friday! The Farm at Fairplex team stopped by our offices this afternoon with some of their rabbits and silk chickens for us to meet. We also got to sample some of the canned goods they’ve been whipping up in the Farm kitchen, and tried some of the organic fresh eggs they collected…
Fairplex Snapshot: Gifts at The Farm at Fairplex
The Farm at Fairplex has gift boxes for sale this holiday season! Our amazing staff and volunteers have been busy bottling up a variety of delicious treats: chili paste, vegetable and fruit preserves, spice rubs, teas, chips and many other Farm-fresh items. Items can be purchased separately or in bundles as gift boxes. Most boxes…
Fairplex Snapshot: Fall in The Farm
Fall in The Farm — our celebration of all things American agriculture — has expanded rapidly over the past few years. During our first year, we had a handful of chicks and 2-3 rabbits who called The Farm home. Now our farm family has grown to take over several of the old horse barns, and…
Fairplex Snapshot: Farm Crops
One of the best parts about having an urban farm in Los Angeles County? The weather is pretty warm all year long, meaning we always have crops in season. Menus at our hotel restaurant, McKinley’s Grille, and our catering offerings at the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center are based on which crops are in…
Fairplex Snapshot: Life at The Farm at Fairplex
The Farm at Fairplex is teeming with life! While the carnival rides, food vendors and special exhibits have been packed away until next year, our Farm is open year-round. We took a visit today to see what our volunteers and staff are up to. Take a look: Our turkeys, chickens and rabbits are all doing…
Learning Opportunities in The Farm at Fairplex
Ever since our five-acre expansion, The Farm at Fairplex has served as a real-life classroom for students of all ages. Keep reading to see what programs you can join this summer: Farm Field Trips: K-12 students are invited to take a field trip to The Farm. Students have the opportunity to learn about urban farming,…
New Crops in The Farm at Fairplex!
Our summer crops are doing great in The Farm at Fairplex! Five acres of fruits, vegetables and herbs, and our team is busy harvesting already. Take a look at what we’ve been up to over the past few weeks: Our Farm team has been busy drying a number of fruits and vegetables for future use.…
Fairplex Snapshot: Turkeys in The Farm!
Exciting times in The Farm! We witnessed the hatching of our first heritage breed turkey. We hope this little guy will be the first of many to call The Farm his home. Welcome to the world, little one!
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