To kick off our 2026 Kids Programs, we're digging deep into our "toy chest" to pull out our favorite playthings! Our collections contain countless toys, dolls, and games, treasured for generations and entrusted to us for safekeeping. Together we'll take a hands-on look at some of these toys and experience for ourselves what play and games looked like in centuries past. We'll also make a small keepsake to take home. Admission is free for Family+ members of SCHS, otherwise $10 for each person over the age of 4. Younger siblings are welcome at no charge. Our Kids Program series runs throughout 2026, generally on the second Saturday of the month: Jan. 10: Schenectady's Toy Chest Feb. 14: Folk Art for Kids March 7: Mabee Maple Day April 11: The Revolutionary Arsenal May 9: Mabee Farm Planting Day June 13: Warp and Weft: Kids Loom Weaving July 10: Farm Kids Friday Aug. 7: Farm Kids Friday Sep. 12: Schenectady Spies Oct. 3: Apple Cider Day Nov. 14: Harvest's End Dec. 12: A Very Mabee Christmas

Mabee Farm Historic Site; Saturday, January 10; 10am to 5pm Are you interested in farming but don’t know where to begin? Perhaps you have a small agricultural business which you’re looking to expand? The Schenectady County Farm Bureau and Cornell Cooperative Extension have joined forces to put together a full day of programming covering the basics of modern farming. Expert educators will lead six different workshops throughout the day. Guests will have ample opportunities to network with other local farmers and aspiring growers. A catered lunch will be provided as well as tours of the oldest surviving farm in Schenectady County! Workshop Schedule: 10am-10:45am So You Want to be a Farmer? An Introduction to the Industry 11am-11:45am Basics of Urban Farming 12pm-12:45pm What Should you Grow 1pm- 1:45pm Catered Lunch and Mabee House Tours 2pm- 2:45pm Livestock Farming 3pm- 3:45pm Certifications and Regulations 4pm- 4:45pm Finding Your Market 5pm- Closing Remarks   FAQ’s   What if I can't make every session? No worries! We’ve planned an entire day of programming but ticket holders can come and go as they need. What if winter weather cancels the program? In case of severe snow and ice, the workshop will be postponed to January 17 from 10am to 5pm.