PRINCETON — Cornerstone Ranch welcomed a new addition in the wee hours of the morning on Mother’s Day — a beautiful, healthy filly foal named Magnolia.
Both baby and her mom Faye are doing well, and what Cornerstone founder and owner Susan Connell calls a “miracle” delivery comes just in time for Princeton Farm Day this coming weekend. The free, annual community event run by the Princeton Agricultural Commission goes from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 16 and provides people with the opportunity to visit several places in town and experience their inner workings.
“We’re looking forward to Farm Day and appreciate all the support,” Connell said, adding that the rain date is Sunday, May 17, same time and locations.
Andean Dawn Alpacas owner Lisa Prozzo is looking forward to sharing their domesticated camelids with guests at their 313 Ball Hill Rd. spot.
“Enjoy free hand feeding, visiting the alpacas, helping with basic chores and alpaca education Bring your camera!” Prozzo shared.
People will have the opportunity to shop alpaca products “for a beautiful memory,” with cash and checks accepted as payment. Close toed shoes are a must and dogs and smoking are not permitted on property.
“Summer Song and friends are waiting to meet you,” Prozzo said.
Cornerstone Ranch at 29 Dowds Ln. is offering complimentary horse-draw tours every half hour and visitors can enjoy delicious ice cream, snacks, unique merchandise, and pony rides for purchase.
“It’s a wonderful way to experience farm life and create lasting memories with family and friends,” Connell conveyed.
Rattle Root Farm’s goal is to use sustainable techniques with minimal impact on the environment. The farm located at 89 Mirick Rd. is committed to producing wholesome, locally grown food and Stimpson Farm at 207 Thompson Rd. is a multigenerational farm that will be offering hayrides, farm equipment and historic exhibits, a sandbox for kids to play in, and more.
Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary at 113 Goodnow Rd. is a former family farm settled in the late 1700s and remained rooted in agriculture until 1956 when the buildings and 550 acres were donated to Mass Audubon. Today, over 1,200 acres provide protected habitat for wildlife and miles of hiking trails for people of all ages and abilities.
On Farm Day guests can enjoy bird and wildlife watching in the picturesque meadows, woodlands, and ponds, go on a farm history or nature scavenger hunt, explore the nature play area, and meet the resident sheep flock that support their meadow management.
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