Another June 16 Event

June 13th, 2007 by stacey — Filed under: Events, Local Business/ Community News

Can’t make it to the farm for strawberry picking this Saturday?

Our Master Composter Helen is helping organize the Health and Fitness Fair in Astoria Park this Saturday, June 16, 10 AM- 2 PM.

Classes and demonstrations are sponsored by The Rock Fitness Club: Yoga, Pilates, Cardio Dance, Belly Dancing, Tai Chi and more!

For more information check out Astoria Waterfront Org. The event is sponsored by Astoria Park Alliance.

News from our Meat/Dairy Farm…

June 11th, 2007 by stacey — Filed under: Our Farms (Info and News)

News from the farm (a new poultry provider)…

Well, the inevitable happened today (Tuesday June 5). I finally did a full back flop in the muddiest part of the pig pen! I have skidded down muddy slopes. I have tripped and fallen to my knees. I have gone sliding and arms flailing down a slippery clay slope. As a skier for many years, I am pretty good at keeping my balance. But never until today did I have to undress from my muddy slimy jeans and jacket in the porch before I came inside. Luckily we live on a dead end road. Luckily it was raining and cold all day so I had long pants and a waterproof jacket. And luckily I was all done with my chores and I just had to put away the wheelbarrow and come inside. Read the rest of this entry »

Strawberries, strawberries, strawberries!

June 8th, 2007 by stacey — Filed under: Recipes Archive

Since we’re going picking and maybe (fingers crossed) will get more strawberries in our future shares, I thought I would share this site with you all. Strawberry storing, cooking and recipe tips:

 http://whatscookingamerica.net/StrawberryHints.htm

Party at SITE

June 8th, 2007 by stacey — Filed under: Events, Local Business/ Community News

siteparty.jpgOne of our members owns SITE, the lovely home store next to Cafe Bar. She’s having a little artist party (with wine and cupcakes!) post-pick up next week. Thursday, June 14 pick up your veggies and then head over to SITE for some extra goodies, plus take 10% off items in the store.

On The Table June 6

June 7th, 2007 by Gretchen — Filed under: Events, Newsletter Archive, Our Farms (Info and News), Recipes Archive

On The Table June 6 (PDF)

What are you doing with your vegetables? Post recipes in the comments!

Surprise! This just in Thursday morning: Produce Change!!! From the farm:

Good morning!

Please note a change in the list of produce your sites will be receiving today. (This is slightly different from what is listed in our farm newsletter!)

GREEN BOSTON LETTUCE (1 HEAD)
RED BOSTON LETTUCE (1 HEAD)
BABY BOK CHOI (2 PCS)
PINK BEAUTY RADISHES
LETTUCE MIX (1/2 LB)
ARUGULA (1 BUNCH)
SUGAR SNAP PEAS (1/2 LB)
STRAWBERRIES (1 QUART)

Bon appetit!

Maggie