85th Day Food Community
Events Calendar
Between our four restaurants and partner farm, there’s always something on the calendar to enjoy.
See below for special events at:
Oyster Club
Engine Room
The Port of Call
Haring’s Noank
Stone Acres Farm
Nick Bosse on the Farm
Nick Bosse and The Northern Roots return to the farm for a summer kick off concert!
LOCATION : Stone Acres Farm, 393 N Main St, Stonington, CT 06378
DATE & TIME: Sunday, May 24th, 2026, from 3pm - 6pm
TICKETS: Must be purchased in advance & are non-refundable, $29 pp (kids 12 & under are free, kids menu available)
RULES & REMINDERS
No Pets
No Outside Food or Drinks
Parking is Free but Limited! Please Carpool!
Feel free to bring lawn chairs & blankets
Rain or Shine Event
Event is Outside and on a Farm, Dress Accordingly! Any questions, email info@engineroomct.com
About
Smoke & Strings is a food & music festival held at Stone Acres Farm in Stonington, CT.
Music Schedule: 3pm - 4pm // Gavin Marengi 4pm - 6pm // Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots
Tickets are $29 per person, and include admission to the show and one complimentary beer or soft drink. Tickets are non refundable and required for all attendees 12 yrs or older. Kids under the age of 12 are Free of Charge.
Full selection of craft beer, wines and cocktails are available for purchase at the event, along with soft drinks and water.
Engine Room pitmasters will be manning the fire that afternoon offering a full selection of BBQ favorites, smoked meats, seasonal veggies, classic sides sweets! Kids menu is also available.
Smoke & Strings is a family friendly event, and a great way to celebrate early Summer on the Farm in New England.
Sunday Supper Series: Corey Lein & Sean Carney
The Sunday Supper Series continues with a collaborative dinner on fermentation, led by Nick Teague with guest chefs Corey Lein and Sean Carney.
This four-course menu explores global traditions—from pickling to aging—highlighting fermentation’s power to deepen flavor.
An intimate evening of food, storytelling, and craft.
Dale DeGroff Cocktail Dinner
Step into the world of modern mixology with a once-in-a-generation evening alongside legendary bartender Dale DeGroff. This intimate five-course cocktail dinner celebrates the evolution of the craft through Dale’s iconic riffs and revolutionary approach to balance, technique, and flavor over the past five decades.
Sunday Supper Series: Fox Farm Brewery
A dinner with Fox Farm Brewery, led by Dave Adams.
This interactive experience explores farmhouse ales and brewing techniques, paired with a Southern-inspired four-course menu by Nick Teague. Expect an intimate, immersive evening of beer, food, and conversation.
Natty Wine Fest Vol. 3
Mini Natty Wine Fest Vol. 3 is a love letter to the rule-breakers of the wine world. This is a festival built by wine obsessives, for wine obsessives — a chance to meet the importers who champion small-batch organic producers and taste over 50 of the wines they've brought to life.
Mother's Day Brunch at The Port of Call
High Tea and High Towers of goodies!
Join us for an elegant and memorable way to celebrate moms and mother figures…our French take on Afternoon Tea, designed for sharing and indulgence.
11am to 6pm
Mother’s Day at Engine Room
The unfussy Mother’s Day celebration we want! Join us at Engine Room for Mom’s Day celebration. Enjoy classic Engine Room comfort food with the addition of seasonal brunch dishes, sourced locally as always!
Mother's Day Brunch at Oyster Club
Treat Moms (and mother figures too!) to a celebration of Spring at Oyster Club.
The menu will reflect everything you know and love from our culinary team, with local fish, hand cut meats, fresh pasta and beautiful local produce.
We will be open for seating from 10am to 6pm, with a menu of Oyster Club classics throughout. From 10am to 1pm, the menu will include an additional offering of special brunch dishes.
This is an a la carte experience (no buffet or prix fixe).
Mother's Day Brunch at Haring's
Our anchor through it all! Take to the sea and toast the moms and mother figures who make our world go round.
Join us for an all day brunch menu from 10am to 5pm.
Mother's Day at Stone Acres Farm
Join us at the historic Stone Acres Farm Manor House for Mother's Day brunch catered by our 85th Day Culinary Team. Enjoy a beautiful stroll through our gardens and visit the Stone Acres Farm stand! Specialty cocktails and drinks will be available for purchase a la carte. The three course adult menu and a two course kids menu will consist of locally-sourced ingredients.
50 Years of Technique - Dinner with Jacques Pépin
Join national treasure and legendary chef, Jacques Pepin, in celebrating the release of his newest book, "Jacques Pepin's Complete Techniques."
Fifty years after its debut, La Technique returns in a special anniversary edition alongside La Méthode, the groundbreaking books that transformed how we cook. Join us for a dinner honoring Jacques and the techniques that shaped a generation.
Tickets include a Signed Copy of Complete Techniques, Cocktail Hour and a three course dinner and wine pairings prepared by James Beard Award Finalist Chef Renee Touponce, and inspired by the recipes and techniques of our dear friend Jacques.
About the book:
Comprehensive, authoritative, but never intimidating, Jacques Pepin's Complete Techniques--which combines the master chef's landmark works, La Methode and La Technique--includes more than 600 cooking techniques and methods along with 160 recipes.
Each recipe and technique is explained using step-by-step instructions accompanied by more than 1,000 photographs featuring P pin himself. Follow along as this culinary legend demonstrates every aspect of classic cooking, from start to finish, teaching readers how to bone a chicken, poach an egg, whisk a perfect hollandaise, knead a crispy baguette, or bake an exquisite meringue with the perfection and efficiency of a professional. Throughout the book are Pepin's classic recipes, which offer budding masters the opportunity to put lessons into practice with extraordinary results.
Fernet-O de Mayo
The Kiwi & Fernet cocktail at The Port of Call was built on the belief that Fernet-Branca deserves to be explored — pushed, paired, and celebrated. On May 5th, we get to do exactly that with Edoardo Branca, sixth-generation member of the family behind the iconic amaro, joining us for one night only.
Trout Derby at Stone Acres Farm
Your new family tradition: Trout Derby! Brought to you by 85th Day, Stone Acres Farm, and the Yellow Farmhouse Education Center.
Sunday Supper Series: Jorge Heli of Meryl & Masa
This four-course tasting explores Southern American roots through both chefs’ perspectives—blending tradition, contrast, and cultural connection. Expect thoughtful, ingredient-driven dishes that honor technique and storytelling.
Easter at The Port of Call
A relaxed, celebratory Easter table, where brunch and dinner meet. Enjoy a three course prix fixe menu, offering a balance of bright spring flavors and comforting classics.
Haring's Easter Brunch
Join us for Easter Sunday by the sea! Featuring a menu of brunch classics and seasonal favorites.
10am to 2:30pm
Easter Brunch at Engine Room
A cozy, casual Easter brunch to suit every palate. Join us for our all-day brunch menu featuring Engine Room classics from savory to sweet.
Easter at Oyster Club
Join us on Easter Sunday for a celebration of Spring!
The menu will reflect everything you know and love about Oyster Club with local fish, hand cut meats, fresh pasta and beautiful local produce. We will be open for seating from 10am to 6pm, with a menu of Oyster Club classics throughout. From 10am to 1pm, the menu will include an additional offering of special brunch dishes. This is an a la carte experience (no buffet or prix fixe).
10am - 6pm, all day menu
10am - 1pm, all day menu plus brunch dishes
Sunday Supper Series: Jess Spivey of Meryl & Masa
A four-course tasting menu showcasing Jess’s signature sourdough techniques, from subtle fermentation to bold, flavor-driven dishes—each highlighting depth, texture, and complexity. Expect a thoughtful, seasonal menu from two chefs united by a passion for technique, craftsmanship, and big flavor.
Parade Day at Oyster Club
Join us inside or up in the Treehouse for the Mystic Irish Parade! We’ll be serving parade day delights like reuben sandwiches, Shepherd’s Pie, beer battered fish and chips, and Guinness lava cake alongside frosty brews.
Parade Day Brunch at Engine Room
A proper Parade Day starts with brunch! In lieu of our usual Parade Day party madness…we’re offering a fortifying pre-game brunch!
Winter Whiskey Warmer
Join us for an unforgettable evening of rare whiskeys, exquisite flavors, and live southern music! Experience the perfect harmony of hand-selected, rare whiskeys paired with a delectable 5-course southern inspired dinner! Wear your cowboy hat & flannel. Test your taste buds in a blind tasting for a $300 gift card!
Pappy Van Winkle, Blanton's Gold, Four Roses Limited Edition, Willet Family Estate to name a few...
15th Annual Pig & Oyster Dinner
The Pig & Oyster Dinner is a time honored tradition at Oyster Club, with this being our 15th Dinner! We host this dinner every year and have since 2011, highlighting a local pig farm and oyster farm.
Winter Whiskey Warmer
Join us for an unforgettable evening of rare whiskeys, exquisite flavors, and live southern music! Experience the perfect harmony of hand-selected, rare whiskeys paired with a delectable 5-course southern inspired dinner! Wear your cowboy hat & flannel. Test your taste buds in a blind tasting for a $300 gift card!
Pappy Van Winkle, Blanton's Gold, Four Roses Limited Edition, Willet Family Estate to name a few...
Valentine's Day in Paris!
Join us for our first week in France! The Port of Call will be channeling French cuisine for the foreseeable future, kicking off with Valentine’s week. There’s nothing more romantic than dinner in Paris after all…
Valentines Candle Painting Class
The perfect reason to escape hibernation with the girls…a proper paint and sip, this time with elegant taper candles! Snack, have a cocktail, bring your friends.
Hosted by Britany Silvia.
$85 per person, includes supplies, food, beverages and a good time!
Lobster Buoy “Sip & Paint” Party Part 2!
THIRD Annual Lobster Buoy Painting "Sip & Paint," Party! Taught by Britt Silvia, each guest will paint and create their own holiday lobster buoy to take home. Each ticket includes beer and wine from Universal Package Store, as well as an artisanal "Girl's Dinner" snacks.
Sea Queens Scream Queens! Haus of Edgewood: Faux Fur Party
Immerse yourself in a dazzling evening of glam, fam, music & jest! The Port of Call's Sea Queens presents to you a perfect fusion of live entertainment, award winning cuisine and warm hospitality that will unleash the extraordinary in an unforgettable night of glitz & glam! There are two seatings: 6pm and 8pm.
Jacques Pepin Birthday & Christmas Celebration at Stone Acres Farm
We’re honored to host Jacques Pépin and his family at Stone Acres Farm to celebrate his milestone 90th birthday, and Christmas in Connecticut!
Haring's Tree Lighting
Celebrate our Second Annual Tree Lighting with live music by Freddie Marion from 4-5:30! Hot cider and chowder available for purchase. All are welcome to see the lighting of the grandest tree in Noank! Join us for dinner afterwards in the cozy dining room.
Lobster Buoy “Sip & Paint” Party
Second Annual Lobster Buoy Painting "Sip & Paint," Party! Taught by Britt Silvia, each guest will paint and create their own holiday lobster buoy to take home. Each ticket includes beer and wine from Universal Package Store, as well as an artisanal "Girl's Dinner" snacks.
Winter Nights at Stone Acres Farm
Welcome to the 6th season of "Winter Nights," the beloved pop-up dinner series at Stone Acres Farm. November 28th through New Year's Eve, dinners will be held in Thursday - Saturday evenings in the historic Manor House.
The fireplace will be lit, the house adorned and the cheer will be flowing this holiday season at the farm! Winter Nights brings you on a seasonal journey for the senses, showcasing the holiday season and bounty of coastal New England, and presented at one of the most bucolic farm properties in all of New England, Stone Acres Farm. In addition to the seasonal menu, a boutique beverage selection will offer you fabulous wines, craft & local beers, and refreshing cocktails to accompany your meal.
Sea Queens Dragsgiving!
Immerse yourself in a dazzling evening of glam, fam, music & jest! The Port of Call's Sea Queens presents to you a perfect fusion of live entertainment, award winning cuisine and warm hospitality that will unleash the extraordinary in an unforgettable night of glitz & glam! There are two seatings: 6pm and 8pm.