Stores in: Fallbrook • Escondido • Santee

Events & Classes

We love to share our 3 generations of knowledge, and expertise from industry leaders in our community also, to our customers.  Please connect with us and watch our calendar for upcoming events and classes.

Oct 5

Flocktober is Here!

Celebrate Flocktober with Purina® and enjoy exclusive savings on poultry feed, plus the chance to win exciting prizes for your flock. Stock up now and get your birds ready for the cooler months ahead!

Sep 29, Oct 6, Oct 13

At 1:30PM

Canning Classes

Interested in learning to do home canning? Join us for one of our three home canning classes. Cost is $80 total. RSVP to 760-533-9790 or dsowka@sbcglobal.net. 

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Our three part canning series is designed for everyone from beginners to home chefs looking to master the craft of food preservation. Whether you are interested in preserving fresh summer fruits, or extending the life of your home grown vegetables, this series will guide you every step of the way.


WHAT YOU WILL LEARN


Class 1: The Essentials of Canning. Begin your journey with a comprehensive introduction to canning. Learn about the science behind food preservation, necessary equipment, safety measures, and the different methods used to ensure your jars are properly sealed and safe for consumption. By the end of this class, you’ll be confident in your canning knowledge and ready to dive into hands on practice.


Class 2: Water Bath Canning. Experience a hands on demonstration as you learn the water bath method used for preserving high-acid foods like fruits, jams, jellies, and pickles. We will guide you through each step of the process, from prepping the ingredients, to sealing your jars. You will walk away with your own homemade canned goods and the skills to recreate them at home.


Class 3: Pressure Canning. In this final class, we will tackle the more advanced skill of pressure canning. You will learn how to safely preserve low-acid foods like vegetables, meats, and soups. We will demystify the pressure canner, showing you how to use this essential tool to create shelf-stable meals that last all year.


DATES
Class 1: Sunday, September 29th @ 1:30pm
Class 2: Sunday, October 6th @ 1:30pm
Class 3: Sunday, October 13th @ 1:30pm


LOCATION
All classes will be held at Hawthorne Country Store in Escondido. (675 W Grand Ave, Escondido CA 92029)

COST
$225 includes all three classes, materials, and take home goods. Individual classes may be purchased for $75 (+ $5 materials fee).
Payment types accepted: Venmo, Zelle, Cash


QUESTIONS? Contact us via text or call at 760 533 9790


SIGN UP TODAY VIA THIS FORM: https://forms.gle/MTpR4vvc5HZWqWvG9

Space is limited, so don’t wait!

Mar 12

Chicktopia 2022

100 plus varieties of baby poultry are scheduled to be available March 12th for the Chick day event! The pet that poops breakfast, pets with benefits, or just down home homesteading, we can guide you through chicktopia.

The exclusive adults only preview event is March 11th in Escondido only, tickets on eventbrite.

Nothing for Now!

Please check back soon for events or classes, and watch our Facebook for new announcements.

August 26 2023

Big Fat Huge Sale

Clothing, art, furniture, tack, feed, wild bird, seeds, boots, supplements, first aid, coops, treats, gifts, grooming, buckets, birds, tank, fence, hats, blanket, garden, jars, canners, hives, EVERYTHING!

May 20 2023

Family Farm Expo

Come out and participate in our family farm expo on May 20th! There will be chicken and ducks, beer, kids activities, workshops, livestock, raffles, food trucks, and more! 

We hope to see you there!

Apr 29 2023

Join Us For Our Flock Talk

This chicken focused educational event will be in preparation for putting Chick Day birds in their outside coops We will focus on anatomy, nutrition, predator proofing, pecking order and preparing for heat.

Hope to see you there!

Mar 11 2023

Chick Days at Hawthorne!

Baby chicks are coming Hawthorne Country Store on March 11th! All three locations will be celebrating our Chick Days Event starting at 9:00 AM.

First come first serve! If you are wanting a specific breed, plan to arrive early!