Barstow's Dairy Store and Bakery

Live Music by Jeremy Swartz
2020-03-11 11:45 - 12:15, 2020-03-04 11:45 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Enjoy live music by Jeremy Swartz of Berkshire Hills Music Academy at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery!
Jeremy Swartz is a musician and student at Berkshire Hills Music Academy. He loves to sing, dance, and play guitar. Jeremy performs regularly with the BHMA performance Troupe and has also sung the National Anthem for the Boston Red Sox! Jeremy enjoys performing music for many audiences and making people smile with his music.
Jeremy will be playing at Barstow’s every Wednesday, 11:45am-12:15pm into May. You can catch him these dates at lunch:

Wednesday, March 4
Wednesday, March 11
Wednesday, April 1
Wednesday, April 8
Wednesday, April 15
Wednesday, April 22
Wednesday, April 29
Wednesday, May 6
Wednesday, May 13

Representative Dan Carey Office Hours
2020-03-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Meet with your Massachusetts State Representative, Dan Carey, on Saturday, March 7, 9am-10am at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery.
Community Office Hours are held every month in each of the four communities in the 2nd Hampshire District. Office hours are intended to create opportunities for constituents to have open conversations with State Representative Dan Carey, advocate for a cause, or just say “hi.”
All are welcome to attend.
If there are any questions or you’d like a to schedule a meeting at an alternative time, please contact: Kelly.O’Reilly@MAhouse.gov or (413) 529-4286.
Barstow’s will be open between 8am and 4pm on Saturday, March 7.

Old County Road Concert
2020-02-23 12:30 - 14:30 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Old Country Road brings together five musicians who grew-up with traditional or vintage country music as a part of their lives.
You may have caught them at one of Barstow’s Burger Nights or other summer events.
But we can’t wait for summer, we miss our bluegrass friends!
This event is free and open to the public!
Join us at Barstow’s on Sunday, February 23 between 12:30pm and 2:30pm for acoustic live music, lunch, ice cream, baked goods, and more!

February Winter Dinner
2020-02-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Join us at Barstow’s for our February Winter Dinner on Tuesday, February 11 between 4pm and 7pm!
The menu will feature our homemade stuffed shells, Barstow beef meatballs, a green salad, and garlic bread. For dessert, a specialty dessert bar, fresh from the bakery!
Plates are $14 each and $10 for kid’s sized plates. Need a farmer sized helping? $18 farmer plates also available.
Order at the counter and enjoy your supper at Barstow’s. Or order your meal to-go and pick it up on your way home from work. The whole kitchen will be open until 7pm.
As with all of Barstow’s special events, BYOB, please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages. This event is family friendly and commuter friendly.

Souper Bowl Sundae
2020-02-02 08:00 - 16:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
We are turning Super Bowl Sundae more SOUPer!
A bowl of homemade soup, chowder or chili…
…and a large Maple Valley Creamery ice cream sundae with hot topping, Cabot whipped cream and a cherry…
For only $10!
Fuel up early and pick up goodies for the game later on. Take home chicken tenders, chili, meatballs, ground beef burger patties, and Cabot dip.
Or load up on Cabot cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheese, and more for a meal of your own!

Ice Cream for Breakfast
2020-02-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Happy National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day!
Yes you read that right! This event is celebrated the first Saturday in February!
Join us for Maple Valley Creamery ice cream atop homemade waffles, cinnamon swirls, or a slice of pie! Or enjoy a classic hot fudge sundae with your morning joe!
Barstow’s serves breakfast until noon today – but ice cream all day, every day!

January Winter Dinner
2020-01-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Join us at Barstow’s for our January Winter Dinner on Tuesday, January 21 between 4pm and 7pm!
The menu will feature our homemade Shepherd’s Pie with caramelized peas and carrots. This Shepherd’s Pie is extra special – all of the sweet corn is from Four Rex Farm, frozen fresh this summer. For dessert, a carrot cake cupcake with cream cheese frosting!
Plates are $14 each and $10 for kid’s sized plates. Need a farmer sized helping? $18 farmer plates also available.
Order at the counter and enjoy your supper at Barstow’s. Or order your meal to-go and pick it up on your way home from work. The whole kitchen will be open until 7pm.
As with all of Barstow’s special events, BYOB, please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages. This event is family friendly and commuter friendly.

Pioneer Valley Regional Agricultural Conference
2020-01-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School, 80 Locust Street, Northampton, MA, 01060, United States
2020 Pioneer Valley Regional Agricultural Conference on January 18th from 9am to noon at the Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School in Northampton.
This is a free event. Doors open at 8:30am. The snow date is on January 25th at the same time and place.
Farmers, foresters, landowners, landscapers and others will have the opportunity to meet others in the field and discuss issues that concern them.
We are very excited about our three presentations:
Can Dairy Farms make it in the Pioneer Valley? Denise Barstow, Barstow’s Longview Farm
Barstow’s Longview Farm is a sixth and seventh generation owned-and-operated dairy farm in Hadley, MA. Thanks to business diversification and a supportive community, the Barstow family has continued to produce nutritious food, steward the land and landscape, and preserve a way of life despite a very rocky milk market. Learn about this family operation and discuss how policies, regulations, and town planning can make or break a family farm.
Hadley is Heaven (and Farming is Purgatory) Wally Czajkowski, Plainville Farm
The Czajkowski Family has been farming in the Pioneer Valley since 1914. Wally’s Plainville Farm in Hadley is a diverse organic and conventional farm that produces asparagus, green beans, hemp, winter squash, and other crops. Wally will discuss how they attract and retain a large workforce and navigate a rapidly changing labor law and regulatory environment. He’ll present on stewarding his land, improving soil health, and developing relationships with local supermarkets. He’ll also discuss how the Town of Hadley supports agriculture and is a model for how other towns and cities can support and grow a strong and resilient local food economy.
What to know before growing Hemp Taryn La Scola, MDAR Division of Crop and Pest Services
Agricultural hemp comes with its own set of complex rules and permits. Taryn will explain the permit process and help clarify current rules and regulations for hemp growers. She’ll discuss advocacy efforts to improve state regulations for hemp growers. She’ll also discuss what farmers need to know about how to prepare their farms to grow hemp and what the evolving market looks like for hemp and CBD oil.

Last Day to Sign Up for a Full Winter Soup CSA
2020-01-13 06:00 - 15:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Sign up for 10 weeks of homemade soups! Dinner has never been easier!
Couple CSA: $112 | 1 quart per week (total of 10 quarts)
Family CSA: $224 | 2 quarts per week (total of 20 quarts)
Each quart comes with two small items ie: corn bread, slices of garlic bread, biscuits, etc.
Pick up Dates:

Week 1 – Jan 16, 17, 18 – Chicken and Rice Soup & Lemon Thyme Polenta Bread
Week 2 – Jan 23, 24, 25 – Cheeseburger Chowder & Caramelized Onion Flat Bread
Week 3 – Jan 30, 31, 1 – Barstow’s Chili & Corn Bread
Week 4 – Feb 6, 7, 8 – Carrot Ginger & Sesame Biscuits
Week 5 – Feb 13, 14, 15 – Italian Wedding Soup & French Bread
Week 6 – Feb 20, 21, 22 – Tomato Cheddar & Pepperoni Twist Bread
Week 7 – Feb 27, 28, 29 – Minestrone Soup & Olive Bread
Week 8 – Mar 5, 6, 7 – Cheddar Corn Chowder & Bacon Chive Scone
Week 9 – Mar 12, 13, 14 – Irish Beef Stew & Soda Bread
Week 10 – Mar 19, 20, 21 – Broccoli Cheddar & Potato Cheddar Bread

Pick ups are Thursday, Friday, or Saturday between Barstow’s open hours.
Please note that if you do not pick up within those three days, we will freeze your quart(s) and we cannot guarantee a side with your soup. Have a pick up conflict? Let us know in advance so we can work with you to determine a time or method that better meets your needs.
Full Soup CSA sign up must be submitted by Monday, January 13 and payment must be received by or at your first pick up to be a part of the full Soup CSA (Couple or Family).
How to sign up:

Visit us and sign up with one of our staff members.
Call us at 413-586-2142
Email us at info@barstowslongviewfarm.com
Use this online form to sign up.
You are not fully signed up until CSA is paid for or you receive confirmation. Payments may only be taken in person.

Going on vacation during the CSA? Looking to get some of these soups but not all of them?
Single CSA: $11.65 | per quart
Sign up and pay for your meal a minimum of one week (Mondays before 3pm) in advance of pick up. Payments only accepted in person. Single Soup CSA orders are $11.65 per quart and include soup and the additional items too. To sign up for Single Soup CSA: visit, call, email us, or fill out this online form.

Get your Holiday Orders In
2019-12-21 08:00 - 16:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Get your Holiday orders in by Saturday, December 21! Visit us, call us at 413-586-2142, or email us at info@barstowslongviewfarm.com to place your order. Orders over $25 must be held with a credit card or paid in advance of pick up. We are hoping you can pick up your pie before noon on Tuesday, 12/24, but we are open until 3pm.
Here are some of our most popular orders for Christmas! Don’t see what you want? Just ask!
Barstow’s Homemade Pies:
apple, apple crumb, chocolate cream, pumpkin, peanut butter dream, blueberry, cherry, pecan, chocolate pecan, coconut cream, banana cream, lemon meringue, strawberry rhubarb, rhubarb, minced meat, and tomato
Barstow’s Homemade Cheesecake:
plain, double chocolate, pumpkin swirl, Bailey’s, cow spots, and turtle
Other Barstow’s Favorites:
apple pie bars, chocolate peanut butter bars, whoopie pies, pumpkin whoopie pies, apple cider whoopie pies, carrot cake, cake pops, pumpkin bread, cinnamon swirls, danish, blueberry muffins, apple crisp, cheese and cracker platter, mini pastry platter, handmade pierogi, and quiche
Any orders placed after Saturday, December 21 at 4pm will need baker approval. Get a jump on things! And hey, if you don’t, we’ll have a few extras on Christmas Eve too…….

Santa at the Farm
2019-12-14 11:55 - 12:05 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
The Hadley Fire Department and Hadley Parks and Recreation Department are bringing us a special visitor again this year! En route to their gathering at Hadley Elementary, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be stopping by Barstow’s via firetruck on Saturday, December 14 around noon. Take photos, check out the fire truck and say hello! We will have free milk and cookies available for all! *while supplies last*
The Hadley Fire Department will also be stuffing their truck with donated, unopened toys for their annual Toys for Tots fundraiser. Donations are greatly appreciated and will happily be accepted at this event. If you have a toy to donate and won’t be able to visit Barstow’s on the 14th, we can hold it for you.

A very gracious thank you to the Hadley Fire Department and Hadley Parks and Recreation for continuing this special tradition! You can join them at Hadley Elementary School at 12:20pm for a pizza lunch with Santa, door prizes, and photos!

Thanksgiving Orders
2019-11-25 06:00 - 15:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Get your Thanksgiving Pie orders in by Monday, November 25! Visit us, call us at 413-586-2142, or email us at info@barstowslongviewfarm.com to place your order. Orders over $25 must be held with a credit card or paid in advance of pick up. We are hoping you can pick up your pie before noon on Wednesday 11/27, but we are open until 5pm.
Here are some of our most popular orders for Thanksgiving! Don’t see what you want? Just ask!
Barstow’s Homemade Pies:
apple, apple crumb, chocolate cream, pumpkin, peanut butter dream, blueberry, cherry, pecan, chocolate pecan, coconut cream, banana cream, lemon meringue, strawberry rhubarb, rhubarb, minced meat, and tomato
Barstow’s Homemade Cheesecake:
plain, double chocolate, pumpkin swirl, Bailey’s, cow spots, and turtle
Other Barstow’s Favorites:
apple pie bars, chocolate peanut butter bars, whoopie pies, pumpkin whoopie pies, apple cider whoopie pies, carrot cake, cake pops, pumpkin bread, cinnamon swirls, danish, blueberry muffins, apple crisp, cheese and cracker platter, mini pastry platter, handmade pierogi, and quiche
Any orders placed after Monday, November 25 at 3pm will need baker approval. Get a jump on things! And hey, if you don’t, we’ll have a few extras the day before Thanksgiving too…….

EVENT FULL Cows & Conservation
2019-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
*Please note that this event is currently full but you may register for the wait-list on Kestrel Land Trust’s page. Registration is required for this event. Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery will not be processing registration or wait-list requests.*
In 2014, the Barstow family worked with Kestrel and the Commonwealth to place an Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) on 123 acres of their farmland, preserving it forever. The Barstows reinvested the funds from the sale of the APR back into their 213 year-old dairy farm to secure its future. They purchased robotic milkers, a tool that improves milk production, animal health, and farm efficiency.
Visit this innovative local dairy farm in Hadley with seventh generation dairy farmer and Kestrel’s TerraCorps Community Engagement Coordinator, Denise Barstow. We will tour the farm and view the robot milkers, dairy barn, calf barn, bunker silos, and anaerobic digester—a system that converts cow manure and food waste into fertilizer, heat, and electricity for 1,600 homes. You’ll also find out how APRs contribute to habitat, sustainability, heritage, and farm viability.
This 0.5 mile walk includes some hills, uneven terrain, and mud. Please dress for the weather and wear shoes that can get dirty. The event will take place rain or shine.
This event is free, but donations are welcome. Registration is required and currently full. You may register for the wait list on the Kestrel Land Trust event page here.
*Please note that this event is currently full but you may register for the wait-list on Kestrel Land Trust’s page. Registration is required for this event. Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery will not be processing registration or wait-list requests.*

October Steak Dinner
2019-10-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Visit your neighborhood dairy farm on October 22 for an Absolutely local, absolutely delicious farm raised steak dinner.
Each steak dinner includes a Barstow’s farm raised rib eye steak, grilled to your liking, a baked potato, green beans, and for dessert, a brownie sundae with local ice cream.
Enjoy your supper at Barstow’s or order your meal to-go and pick it up on your way home from work. The whole kitchen will be open until 7pm – and we’ll have homemade Mac&Cheese for the smaller eaters. Barstow’s closes at 8pm
Sittings are at 5:00pm or 6:45pm. Please make your reservations by Saturday, October 19.
To make your reservation, call, email info@barstowslongviewfarm.com, or visit us! It is quick and easy to sign up. Payments taken in person before or at the event.
All steaks will be prepared medium unless otherwise stated at the time of your reservation.
As with all of Barstow’s special events, BYOB, please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages!
Space is limited, don’t wait to place your reservation. See you soon!

Last Day to Sign Up for the Autumn Soup CSA
2019-10-21 06:00 - 15:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Sign up for 7 weeks of homemade soups! Dinner has never been easier!
Couple CSA: $77 | 1 quart per week (total of 7 quarts)
Family CSA: $154 | 2 quarts per week (total of 14 quarts)
Each quart comes with two small items ie: corn bread, slices of garlic bread, biscuits, etc.
Pick up Dates:

Week 1 – Oct 24, 25, 26 – Beef Stew & Biscuit
Week 2 – Oct 31, 1, 2 – Pumpkin Soup & Chive Ricotta Scone
Week 3 – Nov 7, 8, 9 – Chicken and Rice Soup & French Bread
Week 4 – Nov 14, 15, 16 – Barstow’s Chili & Corn Bread
Week 5 – Nov 21, 22, 23 – Butternut Squash Soup & Herb Focaccia
No Soup for Thanksgiving week! Get your Pie Orders In!
Week 6 – Dec 5, 6, 7 – Tomato Cheddar & Bacon Cheddar Scone
Week 7 – Dec 12, 13, 14 – Roasted Cauliflower Soup & Garlic Parmesan Biscuit

Pick ups are Thursday, Friday, or Saturday between Barstow’s open hours.
Full Soup CSA sign up must be submitted by Monday, October 21 and payment must be received by or at your first pick up to be a part of the full Soup CSA.
How to sign up:

Visit us and sign up with one of our staff members.
Call us at 413-586-2142
Email us at info@barstowslongviewfarm.com
Use this online form to sign up.
You are not fully signed up until CSA is paid for or you receive confirmation. Payments may only be taken in person.

Going on vacation during the CSA? Looking to get some of these soups but not all of them?
Single CSA: $11.50 | per quart
Sign up and pay for your meal a minimum of one week (Mondays before 3pm) in advance of pick up. Payments only accepted in person. Single Soup CSA orders are $11.50 per quart and include soup and the additional items too. To sign up for Single Soup CSA: visit, call, email us, or fill out this online form.

Open Farm Sunday | Barstow's Longview Farm
2019-10-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
This fall, Cabot’s farm family owners are opening their farms to thank YOU for your support.
Cabot Creamery Cooperative has over 800 farmer owners; but for this event, Open Farm Sunday will be celebrated at 21 farms in New England and New York: Freund’s Farm (CT), Fletcher Farm (MA), Fort Hill Farms (CT), Thorncrest Farm & Milkhouse Chocolates, (CT), Valleyside Farm and Woodstock Creamery (CT), Great Brook Farm (MA), Adirondack Farms & Rulfs Orchard (NY), Tully Farms Dairy (MA), Dutch Hollow Farm (NY), Pleasantville Farm (ME), Willow Brook Farms (NY), EMMA Acres (RI), Tollgate Farm (NY), Dellavale Farm (NY), Five Mile Farm (NY), Fairmont Farms (VT), Sanctuary Farm (NH), Whittier Farms (MA), New Moon Farms (NY), UVM CREAM (VT), Foster Brother’s Farm (VT), Rupert Valley Holsteins (VT), and of course, Barstow’s Longview Farm (MA)!
Visit us at Barstow’s Longview Farm this Open Farm Sunday: Sunday, October 6.
Bring the whole family out for fun activities like wagon ride farm tours, a scavenger hunt, kids’ games, face painting, farm animals – plus samples of the World’s Best Cheddar!
Whether you end up here or at another farm, we hope you enjoy your day at your neighborhood dairy farm!

Hockanum Day 2019
2019-09-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
The Hockanum Rural Historic District, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993, is a rural community encompassing a classically famous landscape along the Connecticut River in Hadley, Massachusetts. The fertile farmland and quiet village is home to families that have been here for generations.
On Hockanum Day, meet, discuss, and learn about the deep history and heritage that is preserved and lives on in this beautiful corner of the world.
Hockanum Village School House
Visit the historic Hockanum Village School House and consider what it was like to go to school with grades K through 6th in a one room school.
Best address: 147 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA
Best time to go: open to the public noon through 3pm, special presentations at noon and 2pm
Price: Free
Hockanum Village Cemetery
The Hockanum Cemetery was established in 1767. The cemetery is the resting place for people who called Hockanum Village, home.
Best address: 198 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA
Best time to go: informal tours and scavenger hunt available between noon and 2pm
Price: Free
Barstow’s Longview Farm
Visit a working, innovative dairy farm that has been in the Barstow family for seven generations. Walking farm tours take you through barns, to the anaerobic digester, and visits a robotic milkers.
Best address: 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA
Best time to go: walking farm tours leave the store at 11am and 1pm
Price: Free
Massachusetts DCR Table
Come visit our information table where a Mass State Parks Visitor Services Supervisor will discuss the mountain that rises up alongside the valley! From the historic highlights to the ecosystem, learn why this mountain range plays an important role in Hockanum.
Best address: 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA
Best time to go: informational table will be set up between 11am and 2pm at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery.
Price: Free
J.A. Skinner State Park
Learn about the evolution of the historic Summit House over the years, ranging from a pair of “dueling saloons,” to a small inn, to a grand hotel, to what it is today.
Best address: 10 Skinner State Park Road, Hadley, MA
Best time to go: interpretive rangers will be available between 1pm and 4pm, the auto road is open between 8am and sunset
Price: Entry to the park via vehicle is $5 for MA plates, $10 out of state.Parking is limited. Free to hike!

Hockanum Day Schedule

11am to 2pm
Informational Table
at Barstow’s Longview Farm, information table staffed by a Mass State Parks Visitor Services Supervisor

11:00am
Farm Tour
at Barstow’s Longview Farm with seventh generation Denise Barstow

Noon to 2:00pm
Scavenger Hunt and walking tours of the Hockanum Village Cemetery
with Hadley’s Cemetery Committee Chair, Alan Weinberg.

Noon to 3:00pm
Open house at the Hockanum Village School House
with volunteer docents of the Hockanum Villagers Association

Noon
Village School House History
presentation by Hockanum Villagers Association Historian, Mary Thayer

1:00pm
Farm Tour
at Barstow’s Longview Farm with seventh generation Denise Barstow

2:00pm
History of Hockanum
presentation by Hockanum Villagers Association Historian, Mary Thayer

8am to sunset
Skinner State Park
Stunning views of Hockanum Village and beyond from the historic Summit House

More about the presentations
Farm Tours of Barstow’s Longview Farm | 11am and 1pm
Join seventh generation farmer, Denise Barstow, as we travel around her family’s 213 year old dairy farm. First stop is the Anaerobic Digester, a system that takes the energy potential out of cow manure and food waste and turns it into a chemical free fertilizer, heat, and enough green electricity to power 1,600 homes. The tour will also visit a bunker silo where animal forage from 450 acres is stored through the winter. See the farm’s robotic milking system and learn how it contributes to a healthy herd, happy cows, increased milk quality, and a more efficient business. Finally see the youngest generation in our family at the calf barn. Tour takes approximately 45 minutes. Free and family friendly! Join us for lunch afterwards or before at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery.

Hockanum Village Cemetery Tours | noon-2pm
Join Hadley Cemetery Committee Chair, Alan Weinberg, for walking tours of this historic resting place. Still in use today, the Hockanum Cemetery is cared for the by the Hadley Department of Public Works. In the cemetery you will find farmers, tavern owners, and even a famous sailor. Complete the scavenger hunt at the cemetery to have it redeemed for a free cookie of your choice at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery!
Skinner State Park Information Table (at Barstow’s Longview Farm) | 11am-2pm
Come visit our information table where a Mass State Parks Visitor Services Supervisor will discuss the mountain that rises up alongside the valley! This is a partnership of historic and natural treasures. People have ascended the summit since Victorian Times to “escape gravity”. To get away from the cities and enjoy views of the pastoral landscape below; and to enjoy the natural world. Hear about the historic Prospect House, and also the rare warblers that depend on the unique habitat of Skinner.

September Burger Night
2019-09-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Join us at Burger Night on Tuesday, September 17, 5pm-7pm.
Born and raised right here on Barstow’s Longview Farm, our burgers are as fresh and local as it gets! Grill runs 5pm-7pm and Barstow’s kitchen is open until 8pm. See our September Burger Night menu here.
It is a special occasion when we sell our burgers made to order so don’t miss out!
Enjoy live music by Old Country Road on the porch from 5-7pm!
As with all Barstow’s events, bring your own adult beverages! Lawn and board games are welcome. This event is family friendly!

National Chocolate Milkshake Day
2019-09-12 06:00 - 17:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
National Chocolate Milkshake is celebrated on September 12.
And here at Barstow’s, we celebrate milkshakes of all flavors nearly every day of the year.
But in honor of this day, it’s time to enjoy a cold, thick, CHOCOLATE milkshake at your neighborhood dairy farm!
Made with super premium chocolate Maple Valley Creamery ice cream and McCray’s farm fresh whole milk, does it really get much better than this?

TEDxAmherstSalon: Roots
2019-08-22 18:30 | Amherst Works, 11 Amity Street, Amherst, MA, United States
This TEDx event, ROOTS, will focus on the agriculture and sustainability scenes in and around Amherst.
At AmherstWorks, a modern coworking space in the heart of downtown Amherst, we will spend two action-packed hours learning about what the agricultural and sustainable scenes the Pioneer Valley has to offer. There will be finger food catered by The Black Sheep Deli, featured speakers Denise Barstow and Julian Mcclements, goody bags, and networking… all in 2 hours! Doors open at 6:30. Attire is casual.
Our first speaker is Denise Barstow! Her passions lie in community, agriculture, sustainability, nature, and the role we all play in building and maintaining place.
Our second speaker is Julian McClements, Distinguished Professor at the University of Massachusetts and author of a number of books, including Future Foods: How Modern Science is Transforming the Way We Eat.
Only 40 tickets are available. No refunds. Buy tickets here.

Milk Matters | at Odyssey Bookshop
2019-08-21 18:30 | Odyssey Bookshop, 9 College Street, South Hadley, MA, 01075, United States
Visit Odyssey Bookshop in South Hadley on Wednesday, August 21 at 6:30pm for Milk Matters, a presentation of dairy farms, food, and all things bovine with Lucille Benoit, author of Come, Bos, and Denise Barstow of Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery.
Journalist and dairymaid Lucille Benoit speaks about the current crisis for small dairy farms and the importance of public awareness, consumer knowledge and constructive debate for the survival of dairy farms, cows and sustainable local food production.
Presentation Highlights:

The contribution of the cow to man’s prosperity.
Milk and honey and the benefits to reduce allergies.
If there is too much milk, how come I can’t find any cows nearby?
Feed America first, can we separate domestic and international supplies?
California – land of almond milk, wildfire and drought.
Industrial food production – Walmart cows.
Loss of local dairy processing plants.

About the Presenter
Lucille Benoit is the author of the novel, Come, Bos, the story of one small farm’s struggle to survive. Joining her for the presentation is Denise Barstow, Marketing and Education Manager and a seventh generation dairy farmer at Barstow’s Longview Farm in Hadley, MA speaking on the farm’s motto “Looking Forward Since 1806”. The family is constantly striving to offer the best care for their herd and land, serve their community, and preserve their innovative, sustainable dairy farm for generations to come.
Full event info here.

August Burger Night
2019-08-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Join us at Burger Night on Tuesday, August 20, 5pm-7pm.
Born and raised right here on Barstow’s Longview Farm, our burgers are as fresh and local as it gets! Grill runs 5pm-7pm and Barstow’s kitchen is open until 8pm. See our August Burger Night menu here.
It is a special occasion when we sell our burgers made to order so don’t miss out!
Enjoy live music by the Pioneer Valley String Band on the porch from 5-7pm!
As with all Barstow’s events, bring your own adult beverages! Lawn and board games are welcome. This event is family friendly!

Harvest for All
2019-08-10 08:00 - 18:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
In Massachusetts alone, 652,760 people are struggling with hunger – and of them 167,450 are children.
To help battle these daunting statistics, Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation’s (MFBF’s) Young Farmer and Rancher (YF&R) committee has undertaken a ‘Harvest For All’ drive – and one of their locations will be Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery at Barstow’s Longview Farm in Hadley on Saturday, August 10. The goal of this drive is to collect donations, including locally grown food, to be donated to local food banks.
At the end of this drive at Barstow’s, all proceeds and food donations will be donated to the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts in Hatfield.
How can you help?

Stop by Barstow’s on August 10 and purchase an extra item – or two – to donate at MFBF’s YF&R table in the store.
Stop by Barstow’s store on August 10 and donate cash at MFBF’s YF&R table in the store. Only cash or checks can be accepted.
If you can’t make it to the store on Aug. 10, please contact Katelyn Parsons, MFBF Director of Marketing and Communications, via email at katelyn@mfbf.net to see how you can still contribute to this cause.

Combat local hunger and support local agriculture at the same time.
Harvest for All is a nationwide campaign, and in past years has donated a total of 28.9 million pounds of food, spent almost 10,000 hours volunteering and donated $1.1 million to local food banks. That’s just in one year! For 15 years, this campaign has been growing and MFBF’s YF&R would like to see it expand into Massachusetts.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, August 10!

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
2019-08-02 06:00 - 18:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
National Ice Cream Month (July) may be over – but August 2nd celebrate a not-forgotten favorite: an Ice Cream Sandwich!
National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is celebrated on August 2!
And while you can get an ice cream sandwich any day at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery – why not indulge in one today!?
Pick your super premium Maple Valley Creamery ice cream flavor and two Barstow’s homemade cookies. You could do two of the same or a different cookie on either side. Making the possibilities near limitless!
Show us what you come up with on Instagram #Barstows!

National Cheesecake Day
2019-07-30 06:00 - 15:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
July 30 is National Cheesecake Day.
But we celebrate cheesecake nearly everyday at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery!
Check out our Grab n’Go cooler for our specialty cheesecake flavors that change with the seasons – and with the creativity of our talented bakers!
Or order an entire cheesecake of your own to celebrate this delicious date! Check out our options on our bakery page here.

National Ice Cream Day
2019-07-21 08:00 - 18:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
National Ice Cream Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of July (National Ice Cream Month!).
Celebrate with local, super premium Maple Valley Creamery Ice Cream at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery.
Here are a few ideas on how to enjoy ice cream at Barstow’s today:

After your hike up Mount Holyoke
Before your hike up Mount Holyoke
After you snag some great deals at the Flea Market
On the porch as you soak in the country view

Lick Local!

Burger Fest 2019
2019-07-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
*** Due to the EXTREME heat, Burger Fest will be wrapping up by 5pm today. We apologize for the inconvenience. Stay safe, stay cool! ***
Burger Fest is the biggest event on the farm!
Burger Fest is one of the few days that we sell our Barstow’s Farm Raised Beef burgers made to order. We will be grilling up burgers served with local cut potato french fries.
Burgers are served 11am-7pm with fun activities between noon and 3pm.
Join us for live music, scenic views, and local flavor. Check out our full Burger Fest menu here.
Free farm tours run noon-3pm. Your opportunity to see a working, innovative dairy farm: our anaerobic digester, robotic milkers, and our happy herd!
We will have activities for kids, games for adults, door prizes, and a great lunch on your local dairy farm!
Please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages and consume responsibly. Also, (safe) lawn games are welcome! This event is kid friendly, family friendly, and downright friendly! Tell everyone! We’ll see you at the farm! Rain or shine!
Event Schedule:
11am-7pm | Burgers Served
11am-7pm | Door Prizes
11am-1pm | Live Music: Old Country Road
11am-3pm | Farm Equipment Exploration
noon-3pm | Free Wagon Ride Farm Tours
noon-3pm | Face painting, Bounce House, Sugar Cookie Decorating, and activities for kids
12:30pm | Free Walking Farm Tour
2pm-4pm | Live Music: James Jewell
2:00pm | Free Walking Farm Tour
5pm-7pm | Live Music: The Mark Ricker / Jimmy Burgoff Duo
all day long | BYOB
Forecast Update: It’s going to be a HOT one! Rest assured Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery is equipped with fans, AC, access to free cold water, and water games for kids. It is a priority for us to make this event safe for our guests and staff. Please stay hydrated! We look forward to a great day on the farm, despite the temp!
Looking to volunteer at this event? Interested in playing music on our porch? Contact us: info@barstowslongviewfarm.com

July Burger Night
2019-07-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
Join us at Burger Night on Tuesday, July 9, 5pm-7pm.
Born and raised right here on Barstow’s Longview Farm, our burgers are as fresh and local as it gets! Grill runs 5pm-7pm and Barstow’s kitchen is open until 8pm. You can see our July menu here.
It is a special occasion when we sell our burgers made to order so don’t miss out!
As with all Barstow’s events, bring your own adult beverages! Lawn and board games are welcome. This event is family friendly!

National Apple Turnover Day
2019-07-05 06:00 - 15:00 | Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, 172 Hockanum Road, Hadley, MA, 01035, United States
National Apple Turnover Day is celebrated on July 5.
Here at Barstow’s we celebrate Apple Turnovers near daily! Visit us to try one of our Apple Turnovers, or Blueberry if that’s your fancy!
It is National Blueberry Month after all – and apples aren’t in season until the fall.
But we don’t make up the days… we just celebrate them!
