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IN MEMORIAM
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude, we remember Peter Thurston, our beloved Farm and Wilderness Guide of 15 years and former Board Trustee. Peter’s joyful approach to connecting children with nature—whether crawling through garden tunnels or introducing kids to banana slugs—touched thousands of lives and embodied Hidden Villa’s mission.
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Growing Forward – Hidden Villa 2024 Highlights
As we welcome 2025, we’re reflecting on a remarkable year of growth, learning, and community at Hidden Villa. Our centennial celebrations brought new milestones in environmental education, record-breaking centennial celebration, and expanded youth programs. Join us as we look back at our 2024 highlights and step into our next century of environmental stewardship and education. We’re excited for all the opportunities that lie ahead.
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Get Ready for Summer Camp 2025!
Registration Opens January 18th at 9 a.m.!
Join us for an unforgettable summer of outdoor adventures.
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We offer day camps (K-4th grade), overnight programs (4th-12th grade), and teen leadership opportunities including backpacking and counselor training programs. Your child will experience farm animals, nature exploration, and exciting activities like archery and ropes courses. Our inclusive environment welcomes all campers, and our robust financial aid program ensures camp is accessible to everyone.
Now hiring summer staff! Questions? Email [email protected].
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Start Off Your New Year with Some Focused Calm and Self-Care
Join instructor Adeshina Shindara for an Introductory Breathwork Course on either January 19th or February 16th. In Umoja Pranayama you will learn new techniques or remember important practices of deep relaxation, stress release and self-mastery.
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SPOTLIGHT: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
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New Year, New Arrivals!
Meet our first arrivals of 2025! Esme the sow welcomed 9 healthy piglets Visit the farm to see these adorable newcomers, but remember to give mama and babies plenty of quiet space to bond.
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Sheep Shearing 2025
Saturday, April 19, 2024
Join us for a day of fiber arts, sustainable fashion, and farm festivities! Watch our sheep get their spring haircuts while exploring local makers’ crafts, learning about sustainable fashion, and enjoying farm-fresh treats. A Hidden Villa tradition you won’t want to miss.
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Yarn Sale
We’re super excited to have yarn for sale! Our locally-spun 3-ply yarn blends sturdy Horned Dorset wool with fine brown fiber from Ursalina, our California Variegated Mutant, creating a durable 200-yard skein perfect for long-lasting garments.
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Thank You! (Winter Campaign)
With a heart filled with gratitude, I am excited to share that we met our year-end fundraising goal with nearly 400 gifts totaling over $300,000!
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Our year-end fundraising campaign is one of our largest appeals of the year and provides a critical foundation for our operating expenses. Thank you so much for investing in your favorite things at Hidden Villa. Our donors are one of my favorite things at Hidden Villa! Truly – thank you so much for supporting this very special place.
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Historical Essay Contest for Grades 3-6
The Los Altos History Museum’s 41st Margaret Thompson Historical Essay Contest invites students to explore Hidden Villa’s history through founders Frank and Josephine Duveneck’s eyes.
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Cash prizes are awarded per grade level. Submissions are due March 8. The museum’s Hidden Villa exhibit is open through March 1, 2025.
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Share Your Hidden Villa Love Story
Whether you met your partner during summer camp, formed a lifelong friendship while volunteering, fell head over heels for a friendly goat, or discovered your love of nature on our trails – we want to hear your story!
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Send us your Hidden Villa love story by Friday, January 31st for a chance to be featured in our Valentine’s edition. Include a photo if you’d like!
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Winter Squash Gratin
Baby, it’s cold outside! Warm up with a cozy winter recipe from our CSA Manager, Lanette. She’s sharing her favorite dish featuring ingredients we grow right here at Hidden Villa. Get ready to bring some farm-fresh comfort to your kitchen.
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Seasonal Farm Assistant
Hidden Villa is seeking two Seasonal Farm Assistants to join our farm team!
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Volunteer on the Farm
Share your passions, learn by doing, and lend a hand!
You don’t need any experience to volunteer with us. We’ll provide training and support to make for a positive experience. Click below to learn a variety of ways you can lend a hand!
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Click on the images below for the latest news on your favorite farm topics.
Here is a Quick Bite of the latest news for January 2025:
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Photo Credits: Christina, Walter, Summer Camp Staff 2024, Laurie, Hidden Villa Archives, Lara, Jeremy
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