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CSA Farmers Market: May 14, Growing Season Update
RAINS CAME we are so grateful that we are getting our April showers—-oops—we did not get any showers in April, I guess we will call these May Showers. The trees are blossoming and the asparagus is growing. I don’t seem to have time to take pictures of what is growing; if I do I will add them. The hoop-houses are the insides are looking good. The tomatoes are being trellised and since we had a frost last night, everything was covered and everything survived the frost.
I ate for the first time a salad turnip on my salad and it was yummy. I hope others like them as well. If they do than we will keep growing them.
Until Next Time
Marian Listwak
Spa City Local Farm Market Co-op: Volunteer Tomorrow!
Members,
We need one more volunteer for tomorrow, 2:00-3:30. If you have never volunteered before, why not give it a try tomorrow? It is easy. There will be others there to show you what to do. You will also receive two free month’s of co-op membership.
To sign up, please visit http://tinyurl.com/Co-opVolunteers Or, contact me at kgharbut@aol.com.
Thanks,
Karen Harbut
Volunteer Coordinator
Spa City Local Farm Market Co-op: Correction-Volunteer Needed for 2:00-3:30
Correction to the email just posted: The volunteer spot we need filled for this Friday is 2:00-3:30.
Spa City Local Farm Market Co-op: Volunteer Needed for Friday!
We are in need of a volunteer for the 2:00-3:30 slot for this Friday’s pick-up day.
Volunteering is expected of all members, even if it just once or twice a year. For the benefit of some of our newer members, and those who may need a refresher, below is a review of volunteer info:
This is YOUR co-op and volunteers keep it going. There are no paid workers. Every time you are able to place an order and pick it up, it is because market managers volunteered to run the market and pick-up day volunteers signed up to staff it.
Volunteer shifts are usually 2:00 to 3:30 and 2:00 to 5:30 pm, but other arrangements may be possible. Just let me know what works for you.
You are coming to pick up your order anyway, so sign up to volunteer and spend some extra time there one day! You do not need to make a regular recurring commitment, just an occasional one.
Volunteering is easy, fun, and a great way to get to know your fellow co-opers. And each volunteer receives a free, two-month extension of co-op membership every time he volunteers. The volunteer filling the longer 2:00-5:30 shift also receives a $5 Walmart gift/gas card.
We are using VolunteerSpot (an online sign-up and reminder tool) to schedule our pick-up day volunteers.
Here’s how it works:
1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot:
http://tinyurl.com/Co-opVolunteers
2. Enter your email address (No registration required!) Please note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone or send spam emails.
3. Sign up!
You can view the upcoming calendar, select a day and shift to volunteer, make changes to your volunteer days, etc. VolunteerSpot will send you confirmation and reminder emails.
It’s that easy!
Of course, if you prefer not to enter the VolunteerSpot site, you can always email me at kgharbut@aol.com
Thanks!
-Karen Harbut
Volunteer Coordinator
Jonesborough Locally Grown: Saturday Market May 16th
Happening at the market this week:
TOWN EVENT:
Jonesborough Yard Sale
PLANTS
tomato plants, vegetable plants, herbs, flowers.
Vendors this week: Perry Phillips, Eric Isenberg, Shy Valley.
PRODUCE
kale (siberian, red ursa, red russian), lettuces (red butterhead, green romaine, bibb romaine, grandpa Admire, jericho), chard, garlic, mint, watercress,leeks, pea shoots, collards, broccoli, arugula, onions, radishes, baby pac choi, strawberries, and microgreens!
Vendors this week: Rogue Harbor Farm, Ranchito la Chiva, Uncle Rob, Jane Matheson, White’s Mountain Meadow Farm, Rural Resources, Millwood Greenery
FROM THE FARM
chicken, beef, pork, lamb, and lots of eggs.
Vendors this week: Clover Creek Farm, Shiny C Farm, Sentelle’s Homemade Sausage, Kany/Perservation Farm,
FROM THE KITCHEN
breads, muffins, tamales,chocolates, danishes, biscotti
Vendors this week: Farmhouse Gallery, Dona Eva, Jane Wilson, The Fig Lady
FROM THE ARTIST
pottery, pet treats, homemade livestock ointments
Vendors this week: Tim’s Pottery, Sticky Paws, Stoney Ridge Farm
MUSIC
Bill and his Belle
BREAKFAST
This weeks menu:
Sausage Biscuits – local sausage from Sentelles
Egg Biscuits – local eggs from Whites Mountain Meadow Farm
Veggie Frittata – local eggs from Whites Mountain Meadow Farm
A FEATURED FARMER
Shiny C Farm
Featured product: Longhorn beef
Vendor at the market since: 2009
SPECIAL NOTE
Congratulations to Greg and Holley of Millwood Greenery, they are getting married on Saturday. But don’t worry, Greg will be at the market to sell their micro greens, make sure you stop by and let him know you appreciate his dedication on his wedding day!
See you on the street,
Deb
The Cumming Harvest - Closed: Newsletter - May 13, 2015
Watsonia Farms
STRAWBERRIES!!
If you missed it last week, you’re in luck, we have lots more strawberries this week! It looks to be a good year for strawberries so take advantage of this opportunity to buy local, organic/CNG berries and stock up. Strawberries freeze well and can be used in fruit smoothies and to sweeten up green drinks. The green tops are edible so no need to remove them before freezing – just wash, let dry and freeze.
Our growers here in Cumming, M.J. Fruit & Veg and BeeBerry Farms are both offering fresh, local strawberries this week. They are offering 1/2 pounds and pints.
Mary Toombs of M.J. Fruit & Veg invite you to visit the farm, she has strawberries and produce for sale at her farm stand throughout the summer. They are located at 5205 Shadburn Rd., Cumming, GA, right off of 400. We’re open when my signs are up. If I’m not out front reading a book or waving, I’m in the garden. Honk if you can’t find me.
And from South Carolina, strawberries from Watsonia farms. Watsonia is a larger, organic producer. They are offering berries by the quart and by the gallon. The more you buy the more you save.
Try this yummy smoothie:
2 cups strawberries
2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup coconut Kefir or plain yogurt (optional)
1 cup ice
1 T flax or chia seed
2 T walnuts
Blend together in high powered blender for 1 to 2 minutes.
RAW Milk – Heritage farms is now offering 1/2 gallons of raw milk for $5 (for pet consumption)
Cultured Traditions has Sauerkraut on sale this week…
Curtido sauerkraut – normally $10, on sale for $5!
Pick Up Options
COLONY PARK PICK-UP This is our main location and all orders will be prepared for you for pick up at this location, 10am-12pm, if you don’t choose another option below. You can order and pick up meat and seafood at this location.
VICKERY PICK-UP – Vickery Village Cherry Street Taproom pick up is between 1:00-1:30pm. If you would like to pick up at Vickery choose VICKERY PICK-UP item in the categories on the The Market page/tab. Customers choosing to pick up at Vickery should not order meat or seafood as we cannot transport meat and seafood due to Dept. of Ag regulations. Prefer payment online, will accept check or cc in person.
DELIVERY to Vickery/Polo Area – Please add this item to your order if you would like delivery to your home on Saturday between 1:30-3pm. Only prepaid orders will be accepted. Deliveries will be dropped off at your front door. If you are not going to be home, please leave a insulated bag or cooler for your order. The delivery person is not responsible for making sure your food is in the appropriate container once dropped off. Please plan for possible rain and make sure your order will be protected. The delivery person will travel with your orders in insulated bags with ice packs to protect it during travel. No Meat or Seafood will be able to be delivered.
Group Buy
Green Pastures – April orders have arrived and are ready for pick up at the market.
Butter – We have 8 lbs of lightly salted. The next order will be placed this week and available May 23rd. Not listed online, send an email to me to order or just ask when you come in to pick up.
Gelatin – Great Lakes Gelatin is available for order online this week.
Raw Cheese – Just a few cheeses left, 3 baby swiss, 2 monterey jack and 1 colby. You may order these online.
Main Market Location and Pick Up
Building 106, Colony Park Dr. in the Basement of Suite 100, Cumming, GA 30040. Pick up every Saturday between 10-12pm.
Google Map
To view the harvest today and tomorrow till 8pm, visit “The Market” page on our website, The Cumming Harvest
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
United States Virgin Islands: This Week in Vi Locally Grown
Greetings,
We’ve decided to open the market early this week to give you more time to order. Please let us know what you think about this change. Next week we should have cooking bananas, regular bananas, green papaya, vivid choy, fennel, in addition to our regular items!
By the way, our Summer CSA is open for registration! Sign up for regular access to R2R’s organic produce! http://www.ridge2reef.org/csa-registration-page.html
See you next Wed!
Best,
Castiel and your Vi Locally Grown Producers
Cross Timbers Food Cooperative: May 23 Delivery Cancelled; CTFC Market Open for June 6 Pick-up
Hey, folks—
The May 23 delivery has been CANCELLED.
Ordering for the first June delivery is now OPEN.
Orders can be placed through Sunday, May 31.
Pickup is from 1:30 – 2:30 PM on Saturday, June 6.
Apologies for any inconvenience!
Enjoy,
Wylie
for Cross Timbers Food Cooperative
Middle Tennessee Locally Grown: Just a Short Time Left to Order!
Manchester Locally Grown Farmers’ Market
How to contact us:
Our Website: manchester.locallygrown.net
On Facebook: Manchester Locally Grown Online Farmers’ Market
By e-mail: tnhomeschooler@yahoo.com
By phone: (931) 273-9708
On Thursdays: Here’s a map.
Good evening!
Don’t forget to place your order on Manchester Locally Grown market. The market will be open this week only till midnight tonight. Delivery fresh from local farms will be made on Thursday.
Remember that we are a year-round market, not subject to seasonal closings like the local farm stands. You will find special items here – honey, jellies & jams, herbal & handmade products, plants for home & garden, and more – as well as spring vegetables, eggs, and baked goods. And gift certificates are available in any denomination. Give the gift of great local products!
Pickup of your order will be at Square Books, 113 E. Main St, Manchester, from 3:00-4:30 on Thursday. We can also hold your order in the refrigerator till Friday morning, if that’s more convenient for you. Square Books will be open on Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Just make a note on your order, or text or call (931) 273-9708 if you prefer to utilize this free service.
Thanks for your orders last week! Please encourage your local friends and family to shop at our year-round market and support local farmers!
Blessings,
Linda