Special Events and Receptions

  • 7/24 Bug Week: Insect Wonders at the Farm

    Join UConn Extension faculty and Spring Valley Student Farm staff and students for an interactive, fun-filled ‘buggy’ event. Learn about our amazing and important insect friends by collecting and observing them. Activities for the whole family will include insect collecting, insect-inspired crafts, Bug-Bingo and a scavenger hunt.

    When: Tuesday, July 24th from 9-11 AM. The rain date is Friday, July 27th

    Where: Spring Valley Student Farm

    Directions: The farm is located at 104 Spring Manor Road, Mansfield, CT, 06268 just off Route 32 north of the Route 44 intersection. Turn at the big blue UConn Spring Manor Farm sign. 

    All activities are outdoors and for your safety shoes are required.


    For more information, contact: Ana Legrand at bugweek@uconn.edu