Champaign, OH:  Walkin' On The Sun

This is a love attack I know it went out but it’s back…
It’s just like any fad it retracts before impact…
And just like fashion it’s a passion for the with it and hip…
If you got the goods they’ll come and buy it just to stay in the clique…

(Smash Mouth – Walkin’ On The Sun)

Well, after a cold and rainy week, it looks like we are full steam ahead with sunshine!! So happy to see it’s return that it really does feel like you want to be walkin’ on the sun…

It’s the perfect week to begin another love fest with our little local market of love! Have you heard? Local is the new fad, it’s hip, it’s rad, and everyone wants to be a part of the local goods and the hippest clique around.

Most of us have been doing local all of our lives, in one shape or another. Most of us were raised on local/seasonal foods, we grew up in towns without big box stores, and we shopped at small, local places. We ate from backyard gardens, farm stands, roadside farm markets. The local grocery.

One such place that meant the world to my growing up, in the West End, was a small corner market called, Kadel’s. It was a local grocery, local meat counter, local produce, and a huge magazine/candy/soda area. One of the coming of age activities of the West End was to be able to ride your bike to Kadel’s. When you arrived, you would see a mountain of bikes that belonged to the kids of the West End. We could shop for penny candy, a cold bottle of soda, and Tiger Beat magazine:) The shop owners were a family. They knew us and our mothers all by first names. They kept a watchful eye on all of us. We would make our purchases, and then venture out to the sidewalk to all sit and plan the rest of the afternoon.

Bike rides in the country? A trip to the magical Pony Hole? Hanging out and listening to music? Swimming? Hanging out at the ball field?

Meanwhile, mothers and friends would be filing in and out for their weekly groceries. Everyone left with a smile, a wave, a shout to each of us. It was the local way in the mid 70s. Shop local, shop the way of the season, and do it in a friendly environment. We didn’t know that one day, this way of shopping and eating would be considered hip. For us, it was a way of life.

This is what our little local market of love reminds me of. A return to the local way of shopping. A return to the local way of eating. A return to the friendliness of local. We’ve got it all…and we do it all, locally. With a smile. With local goods. We see that local is now hip, again. We are cool with that. We are the hippest happenin’ spot around…shop us!

Peace and Love,
Cosmic Pam

Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville :  Market News - Thank you for reading!

Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday!

Thank you to those who have already placed orders!

Crossfit / Lawrenceville Market Pickup Hours

You may pick up the items you ordered starting at 2:30pm. Market will end at 5:30pm; however, you may pickup later if you have contacted me and you make payment prior to pickup. We now have other payments options available. Please call me on Monday and I will discuss the other options with you and answer any questions. You can reach me at 404-432-4337.

Please be assured that we are doing everything we can to provide you with what you want from the local Farmers/Growers and Producers; but, please understand that Buying Local means supporting those who are committed to providing ‘Local’!

Thanks go out to Bethe Munn who, once again stepped up to help with Market pickup this past week! I cannot run this Market without the help of Volunteers – please consider working at Market pickup once a month! Contact me at 404-432-4337.

Offerings you may want to check out…

Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has outstanding grass-fed Meats! On Special this week: 1/2 Beef and 1/4 Beef Shares! Great opportunity to stock your freezer! Be sure and check it out. If you have questions, please contact Farmer Greg directly at 770-377-5380.

Amish Cereal is on special this week. This cereal is like Grapenuts – without all of the chemicals and additives. GMO-free! Homemade Amish Noodles are also on special. Add to boiling water, cook 5 – 7 minutes and they are ready. Hearty and flavorful!

Lamb Neck Roast and Lamb Spare Ribs are also on special this week! It’s Spring! Lamb is a wonderful alternative to Beef and Pork!

Whole Chickens, part and organs will be available next month! The chickens are still growing!

Turkeys are available for Pre-Order and average about 15#‘s. In addition to whole birds, Heritage Farm will also be offering Turkey Carcasses and Ground Turkey soon! There is definitely Turkey Bone Broth in my future!

Don’t forget to check out Alpaca and Water Buffalo offerings from Carrell Farms. I am partial to the Sage and Cranberry Alpaca Sausage!

Burnell Farms is going strong bringing us some great veggies! Several weeks ago they added Hibiscus Flowers, (great for drying and making Hibiscus Tea), Fennel, ‘Violet Queen’ Cauliflower, Baby Spinach, 5 Lettuce varieties. Burnell Farms also offers: Kale and Beets! The rain has slowed other things down a bit, but given some days of sunshine, things will soon be back on track!

Vicky of Fry Farm is offering this week! Asparagus, Lettuce Mix, ‘Cherry Belle’ Radishes, ‘French Breakfast’ Radishes, Hakurei Turnips and ‘Red Kitten’ Spinach! So glad that Vicky, Steve and Matt are back and I look forward to them adding additional offerings as Mother Nature allows. Our very own Sarah Rockey is helping out at Fry Farm this year!

I have spoken with Doug of Doug’s Garden who is busy, busy, busy training new helpers and getting seedlings planted! This week he has: Green Garlic, Leaf Lettuce Mix, ‘Lancer’ Parsnips and Young and Tender Spinach!

Grow With the Flow is the brainchild of brothers Reggie and Roger Ramos. They are located in the city of Tucker and are Certified Naturally Grown! Reggie and Roger have been at the Lilburn Market since last summer and this Spring have expanded their operation to include the Crossfit Market. Please check out their Vegetable offerings.

The Veggie Patch is offering: Fruit Seedlings, Herb Seedlings, Veggie Seedlings, Fresh Herbs, Medicinal Herbs, Sauces, Pickles and lots of fresh Veggies. Be sure and check out all of their items!

Ricky of Back River Farm will be back soon!

George and Krista Jones of Cedar Seeder also known as High Garden Center have moved to a new location. Actually the move took place a while back and George has had his hands full, building and re-vamping the property! These changes will ensure that we all will be getting their fresh Microgreens very soon. Can’t wait to enjoy their Wraps again!

Last week, I wrote that Marie Wheeler of Bakery on Brooks had joined the Market last Summer – actually, it was last Winter! Wow! How time flies! We are just happy and blessed to have such a wonderful Gluten Free Baker with us!

Since I don’t feed the Black Lab Cinnamon Rolls, the package of 5 had to go in the freezer lest I eat them all in a couple of days! I L O V E Cinnamon Rolls, but, alas, they cannot be an everyday staple! While this solution was working, I wondered (out loud and in a phone call with Marie) if it would be possible to give me the rolls frozen and I could then let them rise and bake them when I wanted them. Marie gave me several as an ‘experiment’ last week! Oh. My. Goodness!!! That is what they were – pure goodness. The Cinnamon Rolls rose and I baked them in the toaster oven. Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls, Gluten Free – no muss, no fuss and delicious! Marie decided to put them on the Market (You can still get them already baked!) and this week, they are on special! Not only that, she has increased the offering to 6 rolls! Sweet Breakfast Treat or a quick dessert; these Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls are tasty morsels!

While Marie is keeping us supplied with Organic Gluten Free Baked Goods, Dabrielle of My Daily Bread provides us with traditional wheat based Organic Baked Goods! From Challah, Sourdough, Ezekiel and other yummy Breads to Sweet Breads, Cookies, Jams and Jellies, Cheese Dips and Pasta Salads, Dabrielle is passionate about quality! Be sure and get your order in before close of Market!

Kathy Barnes is the Coordinator of the Lilburn Market as well as the owner of So-Koi. Kathy is an excellent seamstress and has Retro Aprons, Lanyards, Pillowcases, Checkbook Covers, Tissue Holders on the Market. She is passionate about living naturally and makes every effort to live ‘green’! Although always concerned about the use of plastic in our lives, further research lead Kathy to the decision that she wants to eliminate it as much as possible! To assist in this goal, she has created muslin Veggie Storage Bags and is now offering them at Market! Check them out on the Market and on the Farmers’ Sales Table this week at each Market! For more information about plastic and it’s horrible, destructive and toxic effects in our world and the ecosystem, click the link. This documentary is available on Netflix!

Plastic Paradise

Kathy is also offering Turmeric and Cinnamon on the Market. Both are wonderful spice with medicinal components and qualities. (and the glass jars she offers these products in are just adorable!) Kathy will also be offering Coconut Sugar in the very near future. This sweetener is an excellent alternative. It’s low glycemic index and full, rich flavor make it my favorite sugar, both for baking and adding a touch to my coffee. Look for this option soon under seasonings.

Check your Grocery List and get your orders in before 8:00pm Monday for delivery on Thursday! Veggies
Burnell Farms
Doug’s Garden
Fry Farm
Grow with the Flow
The Veggie Patch
Milk
Cedar Rock Dairy (Cow)
Little Tots Estate (Goat)
Eggs
Rocky Acres
Golden Farms
Little Tots Estate (Organic, Soy Free, pastured chickens) on Farmers’ Sale Table only
Bakery
Bakery on Brooks (Gluten Free/Organic)
My Daily Bread (Organic)
Grass Fed Meats
Carrell Farms
Heritage Farm
Microgreens
Cedar Seeder
Natural Products
Carrell Farms
Dances With Bees
Low Low Knows Bones
So-Koi
Handmade Items
Carrell Farms
Dances With Bees
Peacefield Farm
So-Koi
Flours/Grains/Salt
My Daily Bread
So-Koi

Markets close at 8:00pm Monday. Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!

Crossfit Members
Pickup at Crossfit Market
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 5:30pm (later by appt only!)
Pickup Location: Crossfit O-Zone
519 Hurricane Shoals Road NE
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Click Here for Map
Hop on over to Crossfit/Lawrenceville Market
Hamilton Mill Members
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30 – 4:30pm
Pickup Location:
Hamilton Mill Community Clubhouse
1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Hop on over to the Hamilton Mill Market
Lilburn Members
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday, 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Pickup Location: All Saints Lutheran Church
722 Rockbridge Road, SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
Click Here for Map Hop on over to the Lilburn Market.

Azure Standard

Azure Standard Order Deadline: Tuesday, April 21st 6:00pm
Azure Standard Pickup Date: Monday, April 27th at 11:45am
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337

This Group on Facebook will keep you up to date on the “happenings” with this service!

Azure Standard Lawrenceville Drop Information: My Azure Standard Drop Lawrenceville

Check out Azure Standard.

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BUY LOCAL ~ Know your Farmer!

Stones River Market:  Time to Order Local Food

Fountain Fresh Dairy LLC:  Salad greens are back!

Hello,
Just wanted to let you all know that we have some salad greens available for Monday evening pickup!

ALFN Local Food Club:  The Market is Open with New Names (but familiar faces)!

Good Morning Market,

Spring has sprung and we’re well on our way to local food bliss. With each week the market selection expands with more delicious food from more of our old farmer friends. We’ve got some of both this week, including:

• Plenty of pasture-raised chicken and woodland-raised pork from Grass Roots Farmers’ Cooperative. Grass Roots is a newly formed cooperative of sustainable Arkansas meat producers, including our old friends at Falling Sky Farm. These growers got together to share the business side of farming – like accounting, purchasing, and processing – so that they can focus on being farmers. I’m excited about the expanded possibilities this cooperative can bring!

• We’ve also got leeks from Weal and Woe Farm, the recently re-located Bee in My Bonnet Farm from Katie Beaton and Andy Olson. Moving farms sounds like quite the chore, so I’ll make some potato leek soup in their honor!

• Freshly-sprouted microgreens from Food For Thought Farm. These tiny greens are packed with nutrients and flavor, and he’s got ’em in arugula, french salad, mung bean, and sunflower. A great, crunchy addition to salads, sandwiches, or stir-frys!

• Wonderful duck eggs from Bluebird Hill Berry Farm. I love poaching duck eggs and putting them on top of just about everything…salads, pizza, sandwiches, stir-frys…what isn’t better with an egg on it? They’re somehow buttery, soft, with the most delicious and bright yolks you’ll ever try.

• Lots of exciting new listings from Maison Terre Natural Products, including micro greens, pecan trees, and a sack o’ taters. This 7-gallon bag comes ready with soil and ’tater plant, just place on your deck and harvest in Autumn!

Happy eating!

- Alex Handfinger
Director of Operations

Do you have questions or comments about this, or any, weblog? Thoughts on local food, goods, or events? Reply to this email and let us know what’s on your mind. Your feedback is always greatly appreciated!

Gwinnett Locally Grown:  Sunday Market Reminder!

The Market is open Thursday at 9 – Monday at noon After that, ordering is disabled until Thursday morning. Pick up your order Tuesday from 4:00-7:00 p.m. only at Rancho Alegre Farm at 2225 Givens Road, Dacula, GA 30019. New to The Market? Learn about how it works here.

MARKET NEWS

Be sure to catch us Tuesday as you pick up your orders as we will have Wendy from Sparkles Cookies and Desserts there handing out samples of her delicious cookies and Donna from Natural Elements Organic Soaps bringing her yummy smelling and healing soaps! It will be lots of fun!!

Workshops
Join us for a workshop! You’ll be amazed by the plethora of information and lessons offered by our fantastic workshop instructors. Our workshops cover subjects such as gardening, nutrition, nutrient dense foods, natural remedies, essential oils, and much more!
Our goal is to host one workshop a week which will always be on Tuesday. The workshop schedule will rotate from 10:30 AM, 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM for the community’s convenience. The farm brings workshops to the community as an outreach to share the wealth of knowledge we have attained over the years. We do not charge for these events but allow the speakers to charge a fee to cover their time and supplies. We hope everyone will take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.
Please share this with all your friends and family and RSVP via FB Eventsand/or Meet-Up.

Workshops @ the Farm

Our next workshop is “How to Use doTERRA Essential Oils with Cheryl and Pilar” Tue. Apr. 28 @ 7:00 PM.

Join Cheryl of Gwinnett Locally Grown and Pilar, owner of Rancho Alegre Farm in this exciting workshop on how to properly and effectively use doTERRA essential oils. From alleviating the symptoms of the common cold to easing nasal allergies, Cheryl and Pilar will show you the in’s and out’s of doTERRA Essential Oils. Please share this with all your friends and family and RSVP via FB Events and/or Meet-Up.

Wine Making Workshop – 2nd Session of 2
Each Session Approx 60 min. (1 session each month)
Session 2 | May 12 @ 7:00 PM: Bottle, Cork, and label your wine, take it home
Each person will take home 2 bottles at the end of the 2nd session
Cost: $10 per person
RSVP on Facebook or Meetup.com

_As Always….
_Please share with friends and family about us so that we can give more people the opportunity to buy and eat healthy! Local farmers need our support to keep providing us with all the fresh foods! If we don’t give them enough business, it’s hard for them to continue to deliver to us. Please let’s not let that happen! Tell your friends about us so we can keep the Growers supported as this is how they make their living. *_

Thank you to all of you who support Gwinnett Locally Grown!

If there is something you’d like to see in the Market, please let me know! I would love your imput!

Remember…
The Market is extending their hours! The Market will now be open from 4:00 to 7:00pm!
Having said that, if you place an order with us, PLEASE remember to pick it up on Tuesday. As I am so grateful for your orders, I also have a family at home waiting on me too! We cannot hold orders, especially cold items due to limited refrigeration space, so please be courteous and come for your order.

CLICK HERE NOW to Shop Gwinnett Locally Grown!

Thanks for all your support!

Shop often and eat well!

Cheryl Gelatt
Market Manager
grow@ranchoalegrefarm.com

Fresh Wishes,
Pilar Quintero
Market Host
Rancho Alegre Farm

Please email grow@ranchoalegrefarm.com for questions pertaining to Market or Raw Milk. It is very difficult to return phone calls. Remember to interact with us on Facebook and follow us on Meetup to get notification on all our wonderful events and news.

Naples,FL:  Market will close at 1 today

Didn’t get reminder sent out yesterday so leaving market open till 1 today

Middle Tennessee Locally Grown:  Time to Order Local Farm Products!

Siloam Springs, AR:  Online Market is Open!

www.siloamsprings.locallygrown.net

We are so excited about opening day! This year the farmers and vendors will be set up in the grass, along the sidewalk, facing University Street. The market will open at 3 p.m. and remain open until 7 p.m. and will offer fresh produce, farm fresh eggs, pastured pork, poultry and beef, herbs, baked goods, hand crafted items, vegetable plants, and maybe some cut flowers.

Our farmers have been working hard during the late winter and early spring to be able to bring food to your table!

The Online Market will continue to operate with thepick up location moving to the Market Table in the park on Saturdays. You can pre-order your favorite items and shop the market for other selections when you pick up your order.

White River Creamery cheese will be available via online ordering only. You may stop at the Market Table on Tuesdays to place an order or place your cheese order online at your convenience – Sunday through Wednesday at 5 p.m. – and pick up those orders on Saturday at the Market Table.

Come down and enjoy LIVE MUSIC by local band Lore! They will be playing from 5 to 7 p.m. on opening day!

Stop by the Market Table and pick up the Spring edition of Edibles Ozarkansas and Food and Farm.

Don’t forget there will be a Mobile SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Van at the market on Opening Day to assist customers who may qualify for SNAP benefits. The market accepts SNAP/EBT benefits at the Market Table. Stop by if you have questions or would like to visit the staff in the Mobile SNAP Unit to see if you qualify for benefits.

Looking forward to seeing everyone Tuesday!!

Dothan, Alabama:  BLUEBERRIES, SPRING PRODUCE & OPEN HOUSE...

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Market At Dothan_Eating Locally, Year Round

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Market At Dothan Locally Grown

How to contact us:’
Our Website: marketatdothan.locallygrown.net
Our Email:2farmersdaughters@gmail.com
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarketAtDothan

Market News

SAVE THE DATE: THURSDAY, MAY 7th…
Dothan Nurseries + Market At Dothan invites you to join us for:

“MOTHER’S DAY OPEN HOUSE & FARMERS MARKET”
@ Dothan Nurseries
1300 Montgomery Highway, Dothan, AL 36303

THURSDAY, MAY 7th, 4 PM – 7 PM

Traditional Farmers Market Vendors Onsite +
Local Food Samples +
Local Music & MORE!

Connect with Local Farmers & Producers at this fresh, local & lively event!
*NO ONLINE ORDERS FRIDAY, MAY 8TH*

BLUEBERRIES…
Two Way Farms, Headland, AL…early Highbush variety, superior fruit quality! $6/8 oz

SANDY VALLEY FARMS Spring Produce…
New Red Potatoes, Mixed Seeet Onions, Jericho Lettuce, Broccoli & Cauliflower

SANDSPUR FARMS…
SPRING SPECIAL
Whole Hog Pork from Sandspur Farms
Available: 2
NEW PRICE & INFO EFFECTIVE 3-23-15
$4/pound hanging weight. That means you’ll be paying $4/lb on pork chops and bacon! Way below grocery store prices. Average hanging weight for whole is ~ 200 lbs /- Price is $4/lb hanging weight. Total Price = $800.00/- Pay $100.00 up front & Balance of due at time of pick up …usually 2 weeks(maybe 3 depending on processor) from date delivered to processor. Average meat is 70% of hanging weight. Standard cuts will include: pork chops(4 to a pack), boneless loin, bacon, roast, pan sausage, smoked (or fresh) hams, pork steaks, neck bones, and ribs. No additional processing fee for standard processing. Additional fee of $0.65/lb (what the processor charges) if you want the meat vacuum sealed or smoked link sausage in place of pan sausage.

CASABLANCA RANCH…Thank you Mr. Paul & Sherry for joining us and sharing stories and pictures of Casablanca Ranch and their cows. LOCAL GRASS FED, GRASS FINISHED BEEF…PRODUCTS updated: 1 Half Beef Available for March – there is NO Additional Processing Fee…you pay Hanging Weight $4.60 per pound and pick up from Market At Dothan…NO driving to processor wasting your time or gas! STEAKS – Rib Eyes, Filet Mignon, NY Strip, T Bone; Ground Beef Bundles – bulk pricing.
“Locally raised in Abbeville, AL. Grass Fed and Grass Finished. Our cattle are never given hormones, any type of steroids or growth enhancing medications. We do NOT feed them corn, chicken litter or cotton gin waste. Their diet is grass and hay. We give them minerals and salt as needed. We vaccinate them for diseases and parasites under the oversight of a veterinarian. Our meat is inspected and approved during processing by a USDA inspector and carries the USDA seal of certification.”
*GROUND BEEF, 93% LEAN
*GROUND BEEF PATTIES
*SIRLOIN TIP ROAST
*CHUCK ROAST
*BRISKET
*STEAKS: Filet, Rib Eye, NY Strip, T-Bone
*STEW MEAT
**SOUP BONES, MARROW BONES, OXTAIL

SPRING HILL FARMS…
NUT BUTTER now available…PEANUT BUTTER is BACK! Great with their Honey Wheat Bread and a market jam, jelly or honey…healthy & delicious!

#SHOPLOCAL…
PLEASE SUPPORT these LOCAL businesses! “It’s not hard to support your local economy. Just shift your spending to local independents. Every bit counts.” #ShopLocal. Order Online @
www.MarketAtDothan.locallygrown.net

DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS…
Now accepting Debit & Credit cards @ Market at Dothan when you PICK UP your order. Using SQUARE, is a FLEXIBLE payment option that allows you to get receipts via email or text message. EASY & CONVENIENT way to pay!

EASY & CONVENIENT Online Ordering @
www.MarketAtDothan.locallygrown.net

Farm to Table Recipes

BLUEBERRY GORGANZOLA SALAD
1 (5-oz.) mixed salad greens
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1 cup roasted, salted almonds*
3/4 cup sliced fresh chives (about 1-inch pieces)
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
3/4 cup bottled raspberry-walnut vinaigrette
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh tarragon leaves
Preparation

Prep: 15 Minutes
Toss together all ingredients in a large serving bowl.

*Glazed Pecans may be substituted.