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THE VILLAGE
Origin Story

In 2023, Nelson + Esther Mmbando set out to build the farm they had dreamed about for years. Inspired by the communal spirit of a Tanzanian upbringing — where entire villages collaborate to achieve great thingsOur vision has always been to create more than just a farm, but a Village rooted in connection - to the land that feeds us, the animals we care for, and the people we share it all with.It’s in those connections that The Village has taken shape. In crossing paths with people, animals and experiences we may not otherwise encounter. In learning more about the land and where our food comes from, sharing what we know, and learning something from each other along the way.

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MEET NELSON
Rooted in farming

Nelson Mmbando, the visionary behind our farm, is a passionate advocate for sustainable agriculture.Born and raised in Tanzania, Nelson’s connection to farming started early, raising fish and chickens and developing a lifelong love for working with animals and the land. That passion eventually led him to Sacramento State University, where he earned his degree in Environmental Science and began exploring sustainable agriculture and new ways of growing food.It was during his time at Sac State that Nelson began his work in aquaponics. He has since become a pioneer in the field, designing and building several innovative systems that integrate fish farming and plant cultivation in a more efficient and sustainable way. His work brings together science, ingenuity and the kind of hands-on problem solving that has always shaped the way he approaches farming.It’s that same approach Nelson brings to The Village today. Sustainability isn’t simply a farming method to him, but a responsibility to understand how everything works together, use what we have thoughtfully and keep looking for better ways to grow. Ultimately, it’s about caring for the land we depend on and what we leave for the generations that come after us.

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Enjoy your day at the Pumpkin Patch!
Our pumpkin patch will be open Saturdays + Sundays in October! Come pick out the perfect pumpkin and enjoy plenty of fall fun around the farm, including our corn box, hay maze, cow cart rides, goat feeding + more.
On Sundays, you can also shop from local farmers, makers + small businesses at our Sunday Market!
Dates: October 10 & 11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25, 31st!
Hours: 10am–4pm

Besties Halloween Photosesh!
Grab your besties, your cutest costumes, and let’s make some spooky memories! 🧡🖤
$125 when booked by Oct. 11
$150 Oct. 12–16Bring your own props! Get creative and bring anything that fits your Halloween vibe: pumpkins, signs, spooky accessories, etc.

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A Village Halloween is Coming!
We’re brewing up something special for A Village Halloween! Grab your friends and family and your best costume, and spend your Halloween at the farm! We will have kids activities, farm + pumpkin patch activities, facepainting, candy, food + drinks and a costume contest!

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Fall the Farm

Agriculture • Sustainability • Animals • HarvestBring learning out of the classroom and onto the farm! This first hand, immersive farm experience is designed to cater to the developmental stages of K-2 and 3-5 grade groupings. Offering opportunities for hands-on real-world experience rich with real agricultural and science concepts to observe, explore, and discover outside of the classroom.K-2 grade bookings: Tues/Thurs
3-5 grade bookings: Mon/Wed

Hands-On Agricultural Learning
Students take part in age-appropriate, educator-led lessons bringing agricultural and science concepts to life using the farm around them. Learning experiences are adapted by grade level, giving younger students opportunities to learn through observation and interaction while older students dig deeper into the science behind what they see.The Farm Trail
A chaperone-led discovery challenge that gets students looking a little closer, thinking about what they’ve learned and putting it into practice as they explore.Meet + Feed the Animals
Students get an up-close look at some of the animals who call The Village home, with opportunities for hands-on interaction and feeding along the way.

Farm Discovery
Learning continues as students explore the farm, meet the animals and discover smaller lessons along the way. Interactive learning stops encourage students to observe, ask questions and make connections to the working farm around them.Cultivate Studio
A hands-on creative experience that brings art into the day, with farm and season inspired projects thoughtfully adapted for different grade levels.A Ride Around the Farm
Students will get a chance to see more of the property with a hayride or cow cart ride.Lunch + Farm Time
Time is built into the day for students to enjoy the sack lunch they’ve brought, take a break and have some time to enjoy being on the farm.

$10 PER STUDENTStudents + siblings
ages 3+

$10 PER CHAPERONE1 Adult required for every 6 students

COMPLIMENTARY CHAPERONES1 teacher + 1 teacher's aide per 30 students

Groups of fewer than 30 students: $15 per student

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