Alderbrook Farm

07/23/2026

The Fair is coming! The Fair is coming!

07/12/2026

George Nelson Briggs and John Henry Briggs bringing in hay down on Potompska. Cleaned up and exposure corrected with AI.

06/24/2026

Having a little fun with AI on some old photos of Russells Mills and Alderbrook this morning. The building on the right was the blacksmith shop of my 3rd Great Grandfather, Clark (pictured below), and his son, Thomas Manley.

06/22/2026

Don’t shoot the messenger but we just ordered our trees for this Christmas. I know it’s not even July 4th yet but we get so excited to see our amazing customers and we just love the season so much!
Now enjoy your Sumer and Autumn. We’ll be patient.

04/14/2026

Visiting Parsons Reserve? Stop in at the Grange for a fresh stack o Jonnycakes!

The Daffodils are up and It's Jonnycake time again! Join us Saturday, April 18th and Saturday, April 25th, from 8-11Am for a family-style breakfast.

Johnnycakes, Pancakes, Bacon, Sausage, and beverages.

Adults $12, kids 8 and under $8. Real maple syrup, local honey, and jams.

Tickets at the door. Patrons Hall 1133 Fisher Road.

03/25/2026

We are sad to say goodbye to a special member of the Alderbrook Farm family—GEM.

For so many years, GEM wasn’t just a horse… she was a friend, a gentle presence, and a favorite among everyone who visited. Whether it was her calm spirit, her kind eyes, or the quiet way she connected with people of all ages, she made each moment at the farm just a little more special.

GEM was part of the heart and soul of Alderbrook. So many memories were made with her, from first-time visits to traditions that families returned for year after year. She gave us all so much joy, and we are incredibly grateful for every moment we shared with her.

While we will miss her deeply, we are grateful for the years we had, the smiles she brought, and the lasting imprint she leaves on our farm and in our hearts.

02/24/2026

The view at Alderbrook.

Nancy has been trekking down to the barn to care for the animals and they are snug and warm in the barn. As you can see the big plows are having a tough time with the roads so stay safe and off the roads.

01/11/2026

Fun!

Put it on your calendar! The 2nd annual Snowball will be on Sunday February 1st. Fun for the whole family!