The Weblog
This weblog contains LocallyGrown.net news and the weblog entries from all the markets currently using the system.
To visit the authoring market’s website, click on the market name located in the entry’s title.
ALFN Local Food Club: Market Reminder! Plants, Facial Products, Policy Changes, and More!
I hear it’s nearly time to get those seedlings in the ground, not that I know anything about gardening. But I believe it, because I heard it from a farmer, which is something I find myself saying pretty often these days. Those of you with a greener thumb than I, may be pleased to find that things are slowly but surely being added to our Plants, Flowers & Seeds section. Order early and often for the best selection from everything that ABC Greenhouse and Herb Farm and Willow Springs Market Garden have to offer.
Speaking of additions to the market, check out the intriguing new facial care products from Homayd Natural Care Products made with skin loving ingredients like aloe vera, rosehip oil, and other essential oils.
And just in case you’ve been living under a rock, allow me to remind you of all the exciting things going on at ALFN:
- Beginning Saturday, March 7th in addition to being able to pay via credit or debit card through our website, you will also be able to pay by card when you pick up your order. If you do not have a form of payment, your order can not go home with you. To receive your food, you can come back during Food Club with a form of payment, pick your order up on Monday, or we’ll hold on to it one full week for an additional $10 fee. Though it may not seem like much, we can no longer bear the administrative costs of tracking IOUs.
- Beginning Monday, March 9th the Monday pickup will be 5:00-6:00pm. In order to help cover our costs, all orders picked up on Monday will be charged a $2.50 convenience fee.
When you pick up the order you’ll undoubtedly be placing before The Market closes on Wednesday at noon, these policies will be in place. Please read them carefully now, to ensure that you aren’t caught off guard. If you have questions or concerns about any of these changes, you may contact us by replying to this email, or calling (501)291-2769.
In other exciting news, ALFN is seeking applicants for a part-time Program and Market Manager position. We’re looking for motivated folks that are passionate about sustainable agriculture to manage our programs, communicate with our stakeholders, and contribute to the sustainability and growth of our mission. Check out this link to read the full job description. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two professional references to arlocalfoodnetwork@gmail.com by Sunday, March 15th. Contact Alex at arlocalfoodnetwork@gmail.com or 501.291.2769 if you have any questions.
-Rebecca Wild
Program Manager
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!
Joyful Noise Acres Farm: Don't forget to order before 8:00 tonight.
The market closes at 8:00 so get your orders in . We will resume regular pick-up hours, 12-4 barring any more snow’storms’
Thank you everyone for being so flexible in getting here early.
Blessings,
Mary Beth
Heirloom Living Market Lilburn: Have you ordered???
Market closes at 8:00pm
See you Thursday…
Thanks!
~Maryanne
Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville : There is still time to order...
Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday!
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 4:30 – 6:30pm
Pickup Location:
Pickup Location: Crossfit Ozone
519 Hurricane Shoals Rd., Suite J
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Thank you for your support!
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Heirloom Living Market Hamilton Mill: There is still time to order...Market closes at 8:00pm
Market closes at 8:00pm
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
Have a wonderful week!
Thanks!
~Maryanne
Princeton Farm Fresh: The Market is Open
Holy Moly! I don’t think I have acclimated to Kentucky yet. This winter seems to be dragging on and on. I can’t even imagine how the folks in Boston are feeling. Here I sit on pinterest, looking up anything to do with spring planting. Dreaming, hoping and praying for warmer weather. This week Hannah and I will seed the tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers for the high tunnel. That might just get me through the next month. Right? Only a month more of this weather? Come on folks, give me some hope!!
See everyone on Friday, and we will continue the drive through service until it warms up.
Angela
Athens Locally Grown: ALG Open for March 5
Athens Locally Grown
How to contact us:
Our Website: athens.locallygrown.net
On Twitter: @athlocallygrown
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/athenslocallygrown
On Thursdays: Here’s a map.
Market News
There are several events coming up to tell you about. The first is the regular ACC Commission meeting, this Tuesday at 7pm. As most of you know, it has been illegal to have backyard chickens (even a single hen) within the city limits. A recent citation on a resident went to court, and it was decided that the current prohibition had a number of legal problems. The Commission seems to be on the verge of agreeing that ACC should allow backyard chickens (and other small-scale backyard food production), and the meeting on Tuesday is when they could take that step. An ordinance is on the agenda to get approved that does not have the language that approves chickens, and so the commission could reject that new ordinance and direct the department that wrote it to include the language and re-send it to the commission. A strong showing from Athenians would help that happen, and so you are encouraged to attend the meeting, to speak briefly (if you feel so inclined), or even to just email the commission to let them know you’re in support of small-scale food production in our town.
Second, TEDxManhattan is holding a one-day conference Saturday called “Changing the Way We Eat” where a diverse group of speakers will be talking about issues in the sustainable food and farming movement. While it would be nice to be there in person, Cine and Daily Groceries have teamed up to stream the entire event at Cine, for free. The events begins at 1pm on Saturday, and you can learn all about it here.
Finally, the Southeastern Sustainable Livestock Conference is coming to The Gwinnett Center (6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth) on 3/28/15 9:00am – 9:00pm. The aim of the conference is to bring together farmers, chefs, and consumers with a mission to promote sustainably produced meat through education, sharing resources, and networking. The day will comprise of seminars and panel discussions, lunch and dinner will be provided with a cash bar & bluegrass band in the evening, and coffee and pastries will be served at registration. The morning keynote speaker is Mary Berry (Executive Director of the Berry Center, KY), & evening keynote speaker is Temple Grandin Prof. of Animal Science at Colorado State University. There is a preview of the agenda on the website (www.southeasternsustainablelivestock.org) and tickets can be purchased at the website also. An additional option tour White Oak Pastures 3/27/15 is available – a coach will be provided from the Gwinnett Center departing at 7:30am. Contact gillian@southeasternsustainablelivestock.org or call 770-634-0175 for more information.
Thank you so much for your support of Athens Locally Grown, all of our growers, local food, and our rights to eat it. You all are part of what makes Athens such a great area in which to live. We’ll see you on Thursday at Ben’s Bikes at the corner of Pope and Broad Streets from 4:30 to 8pm!
Other Area Farmers Markets
The Athens Farmers Market has closed for the winter. You can watch for news during the offseason on their website. The other area markets are also all closed for the season, I believe. If you know of any winter markets operating, please let me know. And they might all be closed, but we’ll be here all year round!
All of these other markets are separate from ALG (including the Athens Farmers Market) but many growers sell at multiple markets. Please support your local farmers and food producers, where ever you’re able to do so!
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!
The Wednesday Market: Correction
Have you ever just had one of those days where you could not for the life of you say or do the right thing? Such has been the case for me today!
In the blog sent out this afternoon, I said that orders could be picked up Tuesday between 3 and 6 p.m. WRONG! Y’all know the routine – our pick up is on Wednesday (duh, Bev!) Thank you, Amy Vaughn, for helping me get back on track. Thanks everyone for giving me grace to show my “imperfect” side.
Hope everyone has a great evening, and we’ll see you on Wednesday!
Thanks,
Beverly
Atlanta Locally Grown: Available for Saturday March 7
I hope this finds you all doing well. The market is open and ready for orders. We have plenty of meat, eggs and seasonal produce.
We appreciate all your support and look forward to seeing you on Saturday at your selected delivery location, Brookhaven Farmers Market, Piedmont Green Market or Sandy Springs Farmers Market.
Thank you,
Brady
Conyers Locally Grown: Available for Friday March 6
I hope this finds you all doing well. The market is open and ready for orders. We have plenty of meat, eggs and seasonal produce.
We appreciate all your support and look forward to seeing you on Friday between 5-7 at Copy Central.
Thank you,
Brady