SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2019

10 AM to 4 PM

SHEEP SHEARING

HELD AT 123 FARM 10600 HIGHLAND SPRINGS AVE., CHERRY VALLEY, CA 92223

TEL. 951-845-1151

The annual Sheep Shearing Event takes place at the historic Highland Springs Ranch & Inn (est. 1884) located in Cherry Valley, CA, about 90 miles east of Los Angeles. This family friendly event gives a close-up view of how our sheep are shorn and what we do with the wool. Guests can wash the wool, learn about natural dyes and also visit our farm to feed our organic sheep.

THE SHEEP SHEARER

This special event will feature Graciano, the sheep shearer, who will demonstrate how the sheep are freed from their winter woolies at 123 Farm. Participants will also be able to see what happens to the fleece once it leaves the sheep (washing, carding, dyeing, and spinning) and to meet our lambs that have been born recently.

ADMISSION

ADULT     12.00  (18-64 years)

SENIOR     8.00  (65+ years)

STUDENT  8.00   (6-17 years)

CHILD      FREE   (0-5 years)

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Centered around the Organic Galleries, the event offers various sheep and wool related activities including various crafts, hands-on experiences in wool processing and food made in-house using organic ingredients from our farm.

A Sheep Shearing & Sheep Feeding View the sheep shearer work on removing the winter woolies from our sheep. Visit our shorn sheep and feed them some olive branches. B Wool Felting, Dream Catchers & Craft Classes Some of our more popular classes, learn how to make your own felted sheep or dream catcher. From rug hooking to knitting, register for one of our many craft classes using wool. C Kids Crafts Sheep-themed activities for the little ones. D Wool Processing & Natural Dyes Experience the different stages of wool processing, from washing and drying to fleece carding. Learn how some of our wool is dyed naturally and also try your hand at drop spindling. E Food Court & Baa-r Food made in-house using organic ingredients from our farm. Some dishes are made with our own organic lamb. Vegetarian and gluten free options available. Come to the Black Sheep Baa-r for St. Patrick's Day inspired beers and our signature lavender cocktails. F Organic Galleries Twelve vintage cottages converted into farm-themed shops based on products from our farm (honey, lavender, tea, etc.). Try some housemade organic ice cream from the Sweet Barn or enjoy treats in the cafe. Live Music Live music provided by Echo Sparks. Vendors Various knitting and wool associations. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please call Richard at 951-845-1151.
FOOD MENU

Food made in-house using organic ingredients from our farm. Some dishes are made with our own organic lamb. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available.

GLAZED LAMB CHOPS

3 grilled lamb chops glazed with mint gastrique , Mediterranean cous cous, tomatoes, onions, cucumber, red bell pepper   16

 

MERGUEZ SAUSAGE

housemade lamb and beef sausage, served on hoagie roll with caramelized onions  12

 

HOT DOG

with bag of chips and juice box 10

 

 

SHEPHERD'S PIE

ground lamb, root vegetables cooked in a rich tomato sauce, covered with creamy mashed potato and sourdough bread crumbs  12

 

LAMB & GRITS

braised lamb in rich tomato sauce with spices and herbs, creamy polenta, sauteed mixed vegetables    14

 

LAMB BURGER

grilled lamb burger on brioche bun with lavender onion jam goat cheese spread and wild arugula   10

 

ACTIVITIES

Sign up for craft classes involving wool! Spaces are limited, so we highly recommend you sign up online. There will be a few spots available in person.

Felting Class

Make your own felted lamb using wool from our sheep. Limited to 15 participants per class. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $12

Class Times: 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm.

Class Duration: 90-100 minutes

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Dream Catcher Crafts

Participants will create and take home their own dream catcher. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $10

Class Times: 10:30 am-3:00 pm (every 30 mins.)

Class Duration: 15-20 minutes

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Wool Weaving

Peggy Mac Intosh is a weaving designer and instructor.  She also teaches spinning and knitting.  Participants will learn weaving using cardboard looms and make a bracelet and make a bracelet. Limited to 10 participants per class. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $6

Class Times: 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm.

Class Duration: 60 minutes

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Knitting Class

Mary Anne Colvey is a partner at Hands on Knitting Center and teaches knitting classes. Participants will learn the basics of knitting and make bracelets using knitting needles and yarn. Limited to 10 participants per class. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $6

Class Times: 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm.

Class Duration: 60 minutes

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Crochet Class

Kandi Jackson is a partner at Hands on Knitting Center and is a crochet teacher. Participants will use hooks and worsted weight yarn to make a bracelet.  Participants will keep the materials. Limited to 10 participants per class. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $6

Class Times: 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm.

Class Duration: 60 minutes

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Rug Punching

Una Walker is a felter and rug hooker that likes combining the two mediums into usable pieces of art. Participants will make "rug mugs"( or coasters) and learn the basics of punch needle rug hooking. Limited to 6 participants per class. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $6

Class Times: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm.

Class Duration: 60 minutes

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Spinning Class

Felicia Wright is a spinning teacher a Hands on Knitting Center.  She also owns a Fiber Arts company called BahBah Fibers.  Participants will use spindles during the class and learn the art of spinning and will take home the fiber they have spun.  There will be the option to buy the spindles. Limited to 10 participants per class. Online registration is highly recommended to ensure spot.

Cost: $6

Class Times: 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm.

Class Duration: 60 minutes

ONLINE REGISTRATION COMING SOON

 

Sheep Feeding

Ongoing throughout the day. Come to the sheep shearing pen to feed our sheep. Feed our sheep an olive branch. Free.

 

Sheep Shearing

View a demonstration of our sheep being shorn of their wool. Demonstrations ongoing 10 am-4 pm. Free.

 

Wool Processing

Learn about wool processing, beginning with wool washing. Free.

 

Natural Dyes

See how natural dyes are made using leaves, herbs and other organic materials from our farm. Try your hand at drop spindling. Free.

 

Children's Crafts

Activities include finger knitting, arts & crafts, scavenger hunt game and more! Prices vary.

 

 

 

 

PARKING

Limited free parking is available on-site, as well as the local surrounding streets. Please inquire about tour bus parking by calling 951-845-1151.

ACCESSIBLE PARKING Handicap guests may park on the festival grounds located at Highland Springs Ranch & Inn. We recommend that you purchase your tickets in advance to avoid standing in line. Highland Springs Ranch & Inn 10600 Highland Springs Ave. Cherry Valley, CA 92223
CONTACT

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Other Festivals at 123 Farm

Lavender Festival

May 23-June 30, 2019

Sausage & Beer Festival

July 20-21, 2019

Olive Festival

October 19-20 & 26-27, 2019

Sample different types of craft beers from the IE and housemade sausages! Have fun with a game of chicken dance for all ages and a separate men and women's stein holding contest.

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Join in a community olive harvest, view a live olive oil pressing demonstration, sample local wines and taste Californian cheeses. With live music and an olive-inspired food menu, the Olive Festival is a fun event for the whole family.

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Our most popular event. Join us as we celebrate the blooming of our lavender. Enjoy live music, horse-drawn wagon tours, free workshops, an organic marketplace and festive food and drinks made with lavender.

 

 

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 10600 Highland Springs Ave., Cherry Valley, CA 92223       Tel. 951-845-1151     Fax. 951-845-8090