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.
Champaign, OH: It's Getting Spooky!
Good morning!! And, look at this…we are at the end of October with just two days before the town’s trick or treat, and Halloween!!
We realize that this week’s market pick up will be happening on trick or treat night, but you can always order, and groove in, right at opening, grab your orders from us, and be home, just in time to dress everyone in costume, and hit the streets…
Our market will close, tomorrow morning, at 6am, so don’t make it a ghoulish week, out there, by neglecting to order…
XOXO,
Cosmic Pam
Yalaha, FL: Green for your Halloween?
Order now through 5 pm Thursday October 31st for Sat Nov 2nd Pickup, or tell me when you want to pick up, we usually have some flexibility.
Remember to tell me when you want to pick up! (and if I don’t reply to confirm within a day, bump my e-mail or text me 407-342-8515. Though I have cleaned up my e-mail so hopefully I won’t have a problem again.)
Sign in to order. https://yalaha.locallygrown.net/market
You have to sign in to see the add to cart button. Then set the number and click the add to cart button on the items you want to buy (it is the little picture right next to the quantity box.) Remember you need to check out before your order will be placed.
Remember to let me know when you want to pick up on Sat or maybe even Friday late afternoon or on Sunday. (If I don’t send you an e-mail confirmation of your order and pick up time, please make sure you checked out and completed your order.)
The Wednesday Market: Change in Market Hours and a Change in Our Business Plan
Hi Wednesday Market fans!
We have a couple of Wednesday Market announcements: First, Starting with the November 6th Market, we will be opening earlier and closing earlier due to issues with darkness and travel for the Market Volunteers caused by the end of Daylight Savings Time for the winter. We will open at 2;00 p.m. for pick-up and close at 4;00 p.m. Being alone in the building after dark and driving in the dark are safety issues for the volunteers. We hope that this does not inconvenience any customers. If you find that you are not able to pick up your order between 2;00pm and 4:00 pm on Wednesdays please let us know. (Our cell phone numbers are listed below) We can discuss alternate pick up methods that will fit your needs. The second announcement concerns a change in our business plan. So many of you want to see more locally grown vegetables. Believe it, we do too! However we have had quite a bit of difficulty finding farmers and even large gardeners that are not selling most of their farms production at Farmer’s Markets in Peachtree City, Sun City, Atlanta, etc. where the population and the demand is much higher. I can’t blame them, it’s their livelihood at stake! But a Market thrives on variety. So, we have expanded the borders of our business plan to include ALL Georgia Grown fruits and vegetables not just the Pike County area. Check out our new vendors and see what is offered. Last week was a big hit! Join us! And thanks for being a Wednesday Market customer.The Wednesday Market Volunteers
Sharon Fox 404-569-0582
Irma Wing 770-584-0432
Anna Evans 770-584-5056
Fresh Harvest, LLC: Carrots & Lettuce - Fresh Harvest
Contact Info
Our Website: freshharvest.locallygrown.net
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/freshharvestllc
Email:
John Drury john.drury@att.net
Phone:
John 615-838-0428
Market News
Hello!
There are a few heads of broccoli and burrata cheese available.
The Market will remain open until Tuesday evening for you to place an order for this week.
Here is some information on how Fresh Harvest works.
*Orders can be placed without receiving the Sunday email. I try to open the Market between 7 and 8pm on Sunday. Sometimes I run a little late. Just go to the website: http://freshharvest.locallygrown.net/welcome to see if the Market is open.
*If you see an item as Sold Out, write in the Comment section at check out that you would like that item if more becomes available. We’ll try our best to add it to your order.
*PayPal payments have to be manually added to your account. There will be a delay to crediting your account due to me needing to take time to do the bookkeeping. I also have to go to each account with cash or check payments. These are sometimes delayed by procrastination or being busy. You can still place an order even though it may cause your account to be “overdrawn”. There is no penalty for going into the minus column. Sometimes I’m a little slow in getting to the bank to make deposits, but it eventually happens.
• If you recruit a new customer to Fresh Harvest and they open an account with a $50 deposit, we will credit your account $10 for each new customer who signs up. They will need to tell me your name, so that I can credit your account. Word of mouth has been our best advertising. Any help that you can provide is greatly appreciated.
• Every week, we leave orders at the church for customers who cannot arrive at Trinity before 6pm. This has worked well for those who have difficulty with the 4-6pm window. Please let me know if you need me to leave your order at the church.
• The bag that you receive each week is to be brought back with your next order. We have been negligent in telling new customers how this works. Don’t feel bad if you return multiple bags, it happens all the time.
• We’re into reusing and recycling. Our clean egg cartons, honey jars, paper and plastic bags, berry containers are some of the items that we can reuse. If we can’t reuse the returned items, we’ll recycle them.
• We do guarantee everything that we sell. If you ever have a problem, please let us know and we will credit your account.
• If there are other products or growers that you think should be a part of Fresh Harvest, please let me know.
Thanks for your support, and I will see you on Wednesday!
If you need to text me, my number is 615-838-0428.
John
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Berea Gardens: We're Back!
Hi Everybody,
Our online market is back up and running for what promises to be a great Fall season. The crops are fabulous and we will be adding Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts soon. Our pick-up hours remain the same; from 4 to 7 PM on Wednesdays. The last Farmer’s Market at the park is on November 20, but we will be keeping this market open until well after Christmas. Hope to see you soon.
Blessings,
Bob
Siloam Springs, AR: Online Market is Open!
Good morning! I’m at a board and staff retreat so the newsletter is short and sweet!
Have a great week and see you Saturday!
Winnsboro, TX: Market is Open
Good morning again!
The online market is now open to shop. Get your orders placed by Tuesday evening.
Thanks for your support.
Have a great week,
Stacy
Athens Locally Grown: ALG Market Open for October 31
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
I don’t have anything newsworthy for you this week, except for a commemoration that it’s been exactly ten years since we moved our Thursday pickups to Ben’s Bikes. We’ve very grateful for all their support over the years, and I’m glad we found a nice stable home for this long. Thank you to all the wonderful folks there!
And 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 is open on Saturdays at Bishop Park, and Wednesday evenings downtown at Creature Comforts. You can catch the news on their website. The West Broad Farmers Market is back as well, Saturdays from 9 to 1, and you can watch for weekly news here: http://www.athenslandtrust.org/west-broad-farmers-market/. The Comer Farmers’ Market is open on Saturday mornings from 9am to noon. Check www.facebook.com/comerfm for more information. The Oconee County farmers market is held every Saturday 8 to noon in downtown Watkinsville. Washington, GA also has a lovely little Saturday market, running on Saturdays from 9 to 2pm. You can learn all about them here: www.washingtonfarmersmkt.com Folks to the east can check out the Hartwell Farmers Market, which starts bright and early on Saturday morning from 7am to noon, and Tuesday afternoons from 11 to 3pm. If you know of any other area markets operating, please let me know.
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!
Spa City Local Farm Market Co-op: Arkansas Natural Produce
Just a reminder that if you plan to order from Arkansas Natural Produce, you’ll need to do so by 9pm MONDAY. The rest of the Market closes Tuesday night at 9pm.
Please support the Market with your orders.
Thank you.
Barbara Schuette
Market Manager
612-220-9010
Fresh Harvest, LLC: Fresh Harvest for October 27th
Contact Info
Our Website: freshharvest.locallygrown.net
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/freshharvestllc
Email:
John Drury john.drury@att.net
Phone:
John 615-838-0428
Market News
Hello!
There is an abundance of carrots and many lettuce options available this week. I’m running a special on my potatoes for $1 a pound. The Bloomy Rind has Burrata and other delights.
Dozen Bakery will have pies and other wonderful items available for your Thanksgiving. You can check out the options at their website: https://www.dozen-nashville.com/thanksgiving-menu-2019
To order you can email them at: holidays@dozen-nashville.com or call them at: (615) 712-8150. Deadline for ordering is the Sunday before Thanksgiving. I would be willing to assist that week, but I’ll be on the beach -34 days, but who’s counting.
Chestnuts from Caney Fork Farm will be available this week. Here’s a link on how to cook them: https://www.thespruceeats.com/how-to-roast-chestnuts-1808310
Wedge Oak Farm will have a limited number of turkeys available for Thanksgiving. These are locally grown heritage turkeys. You will need to pick them up at their farm in Lebanon or at the Richland Farmers’ Market. You can contact Wedge Oak for size and price at: wedgeoak@gmail.com
Lots of fine meat items from Wedge Oak and Bear Creek Farms.
Dozen Bakery’s cookies and breads, eggs, granola, honey, and coffee are all in abundance.
You have until Tuesday night to place your order.
Thanks for your support, and I will see you on Wednesday!
If you need to text me, my number is 615-838-0428.
John
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