The Weblog
This weblog contains LocallyGrown.net news and the weblog entries from all the markets currently using the system.
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Heirloom Living Market Lilburn: Have you ordered? Market closes at 8:00pm
The Market closes Monday at 8:00pm!
Strawberries and Asparagus are available this week! Don’t miss the opportunity – they won’t be around for long!
Welcome ‘Ancient Awakenings’!
Check out their offerings under Fermented Foods…
Check out their offerings under Fermented Foods…
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!
…this and that…
Cedar Rock Dairy has Buttermilk for $5.50/half gallon. If you would like some, please TEXT me at 404-432-4337.
Ricky Brown of Back River Farm is back with us this Spring. His first harvest is Red Russian Kale. Be sure and check it out! Welcome back, Ricky!
Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has let me know that chicken will be available next month. He will also be processing Ducks and Turkeys. For those of you who had the pleasure of trying the Turkey Bologna, be advised it will be available again! WoW! I really like the Turkey Bologna and it is a treat to have Lunchmeat with no nitrites! The Smoked Ready-to-Eat Pulled Pork is fabulous and the Canadian Bacon is also one of my favorites!
Doug of Doug’s Garden still has Carrots and is offering them again this week! Per Doug, this will probably be the last week for them because they will start to lose their sweetness. Three different quantities to choose from! These are YUMMY!
Vicky and Steve of Fry Farm are trying something new this year! Veggies Boxes. In addition, this week Vicky has listed: Popcorn, Cilantro, Parsley, 2 types of Watrecress, Red Russian Kale, Lettuce Mix, 2 types of Spinach, Swiss Chard, Tatsoi and Hakurei Turnips. Reading Vicky’s description of Tatsoi last week inspired me to order! Sauteed it with onions and a Granny Smith Apple! YUMMY! Watercress is also interesting. Like Arugula, it is spicy, but not ‘pepper’ spicy! Great addition to salads!
Be sure and check out the Water Buffalo and Alpaca offerings from David and Shalley of Carrell Farms! I love the Alpaca Cranberry Sage and the Sweet Italian Alpaca Sausage.
Veggie Patch Once again this year, The Veggie Patch is offering Herb Seedlings and Vegetable Seedlings. Check out their greens and other produce!
Schedule for Market Ordering and Pickup
Lilburn Members Pickup Location
All Saints Lutheran Church
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Pickup Location:
722 Rockbridge Road SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
Click Here for Map
Azure Standard Order Deadline: Tuesday, April 5th at 6:00pm
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, April 11th at 10:15am
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q6
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
Order now since you are just a click way!
“Like” us on facebook!
BUY LOCAL ~ Know your Farmer!
Heirloom Living Market Hamilton Mill: Countdown to Close...get your orders in before 8:00pm!
The Market closes Monday at 8:00pm!
Strawberries and Asparagus are available this week! Don’t miss the opportunity – they won’t be around for long!
Welcome ‘Ancient Awakenings’!
Check out their offerings under Fermented Foods…
Check out their offerings under Fermented Foods…
Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! At the present time we are a little more than 1/2 way to minimum! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
…this and that…
Cedar Rock Dairy has Buttermilk for $5.50/half gallon. If you would like some, please TEXT me at 404-432-4337.
Ricky Brown of Back River Farm is back with us this Spring. His first harvest is Red Russian Kale. Be sure and check it out! Welcome back, Ricky!
Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has let me know that chicken will be available next month. He will also be processing Ducks and Turkeys. For those of you who had the pleasure of trying the Turkey Bologna, be advised it will be available again! WoW! I really like the Turkey Bologna and it is a treat to have Lunchmeat with no nitrites! The Smoked Ready-to-Eat Pulled Pork is fabulous and the Canadian Bacon is also one of my favorites!
Doug of Doug’s Garden still has Carrots and is offering them again this week! Per Doug, this will probably be the last week for them because they will start to lose their sweetness. Three different quantities to choose from! These are YUMMY!
Vicky and Steve of Fry Farm are trying something new this year! Veggies Boxes. In addition, this week Vicky has listed: Popcorn, Cilantro, Parsley, 2 types of Watrecress, Red Russian Kale, Lettuce Mix, 2 types of Spinach, Swiss Chard, Tatsoi and Hakurei Turnips. Reading Vicky’s description of Tatsoi last week inspired me to order! Sauteed it with onions and a Granny Smith Apple! YUMMY! Watercress is also interesting. Like Arugula, it is spicy, but not ‘pepper’ spicy! Great addition to salads!
Be sure and check out the Water Buffalo and Alpaca offerings from David and Shalley of Carrell Farms! I love the Alpaca Cranberry Sage and the Sweet Italian Alpaca Sausage.
Veggie Patch Once again this year, The Veggie Patch is offering Herb Seedlings and Vegetable Seedlings. Check out their greens and other produce!
Hamilton Mill Members Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
NOTE: If Market minimums are not met, you will be notified at the close of Market ordering and pickup will be at the Lawrenceville location.
Azure Standard Order Deadline: Tuesday, May 3rd at 6:00pm
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, May 9th at 10:30am
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q6
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
Order now since you are just a click way!
“Like” us on facebook!
BUY LOCAL ~ Know your Farmer!
Dawson Local Harvest: YES, SHRIMP IS AVAILABLE NOW!
YES, SHRIMP IS AVAILABLE NOW!
HI EVERYONE
Due to a severe technical problem (diagnosed as operator stupidity) the Shrimp order button was not turned on. That problem has been rectified (the operator stupidity problem has not been eliminated since I am still running the website. So Sorry!).
You should be able to order now.
Thanks
Alan Vining
Market Manager
Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville : Have you placed your order? Market closes at 8:00pm!
The Market closes Monday at 8:00pm!
Strawberries and Asparagus are available this week! Don’t miss the opportunity – they won’t be around for long!
Welcome ‘Ancient Awakenings’!
Check out their offerings under Fermented Foods…
Check out their offerings under Fermented Foods…
Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! At the present time we are a little more than 1/2 way to minimum! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
…this and that…
Cedar Rock Dairy has Buttermilk for $5.50/half gallon. If you would like some, please TEXT me at 404-432-4337.
Ricky Brown of Back River Farm is back with us this Spring. His first harvest is Red Russian Kale. Be sure and check it out! Welcome back, Ricky!
Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has let me know that chicken will be available next month. He will also be processing Ducks and Turkeys. For those of you who had the pleasure of trying the Turkey Bologna, be advised it will be available again! WoW! I really like the Turkey Bologna and it is a treat to have Lunchmeat with no nitrites! The Smoked Ready-to-Eat Pulled Pork is fabulous and the Canadian Bacon is also one of my favorites!
Doug of Doug’s Garden still has Carrots and is offering them again this week! Per Doug, this will probably be the last week for them because they will start to lose their sweetness. Three different quantities to choose from! These are YUMMY!
Vicky and Steve of Fry Farm are trying something new this year! Veggies Boxes. In addition, this week Vicky has listed: Popcorn, Cilantro, Parsley, 2 types of Watrecress, Red Russian Kale, Lettuce Mix, 2 types of Spinach, Swiss Chard, Tatsoi and Hakurei Turnips. Reading Vicky’s description of Tatsoi last week inspired me to order! Sauteed it with onions and a Granny Smith Apple! YUMMY! Watercress is also interesting. Like Arugula, it is spicy, but not ‘pepper’ spicy! Great addition to salads!
Be sure and check out the Water Buffalo and Alpaca offerings from David and Shalley of Carrell Farms! I love the Alpaca Cranberry Sage and the Sweet Italian Alpaca Sausage.
Veggie Patch Once again this year, The Veggie Patch is offering Herb Seedlings and Vegetable Seedlings. Check out their greens and other produce!
Schedule for Market Ordering and Pickup
Market Opens for Ordering: Friday 9:00am
Market Closes: Monday 8:00pm
Market Pickup: Thursday 2:30pm – 5:30pm
Pickup Location: 1385 Winder Highway
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Take me to the Crossfit Market.
Market Opens for Ordering: Friday 9:00am
Market Closes: Monday 8:00pm
Market Pickup: Thursday 2:30pm – 5:30pm
Pickup Location: 1385 Winder Highway
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Take me to the Crossfit Market.
Azure Standard Order Deadline: Tuesday, May 3rd at 6:00pm
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, May 9th at 10:15am
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q6
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
Order now since you are just a click way!
“Like” us on facebook!
BUY LOCAL ~ Know your Farmer!
Cook Farm: Cook Farm NEW PICK-UP DAY!
Hi From the farm,
Please Notice we have a new order deadline and pick-up day. Order deadline is Tuesday 9 a.m. with a pick-up day Wednesdays 5-7 p.m.
Thank you for your patience as we work through what works best:)
Susan Cook
Princeton Farm Fresh: The Market is Open
Today is the last day to file your taxes! I know you are asking, “What does that have to do with local food”? Well in reality not much, but for this farmer, it means that I am almost done with my off farm job and I can go back to full time farming.
In all honesty I probably should not have worked this year, but the financial demands of farming are weighing heavy on me. This is my dream, and my kiddos and husband and have been willing participants in this dream. But, there are days, when farming is hard. The days when an animal dies, or a crop is destroyed that the uncertainty of farming becomes a reality. When I took this job in October of last year, I was feeling just that – uncertainty. Can I really do this and make a profit? Even more importantly- can I do this alone, as my kiddos get older and are heading out for their own lives?
Oh yea of little faith – keeps running through my head. I guess I lost that faith momentarily. It is hard farming! It is a challenge EACH and EVERY day. It is what I love about it, something new and vibrant everyday. I guess it took being off the farm for me to realize that I have to stay the course, have faith and believe in myself and the dream.
I have five more days of tax duty and then I will be back full time. I miss seeing ya’ll at the farmers market.
See you soon,
Angela
Conyers Locally Grown: Available for Friday April 22
Hello. I hope this finds you all doing well. The market is open and ready for orders. We have lots of wonderful spring veggies available. We also have great selections of pork, water buffalo , Alpaca and salmon. There are also some wonderful handcrafted beauty products available. Order up and we will see Friday between 5:00 and 7:00 at Copy Central. Thank you so much for all your support. We appreciate each and every order.
Thanks again,
Brady
Athens Locally Grown: ALG Market Open for April 21
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’ve gone through all my notes, and don’t really have anything to include for this week’s email. I can’t even complain about the weather, and looking back through the history, that’s the bulk of what I write about during the spring. The days have been beautiful, and that’s keeping our growers as busy as the bees that are racing to find all the wildflowers. So, with nothing more to say, I’ll just let you get right on to ordering from this week’s bounty.
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 opens this coming Saturday. You can find more information on their website. The Comer Farmers’ Market is open for the season on Saturday mornings from 9am to noon. Check www.facebook.com/comerfm for more information. The Oconee County Farmers Market is open on Saturdays in Watkinsville. Their website is www.oconeefarmersmarket.org The other area markets are also all closed for the season, I believe. If you know of any 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!
Central Arkansas : Friendly Reminder
Just want to remind everyone that you only have a short time left to place those orders for this week!! Make sure to get them in before 10:00 o’clock!!
Let’s show our new farm some love!! They have some great veggies as well as homemade goods.
Eat Local Eat Fresh
-CAM Market Mama
Champaign, OH: The Circle Game
Yesterday a child came out to wonder…
Caught a dragonfly inside a jar…
Fearful when the sky was full of thunder
And tearful at the falling of a star…
And the seasons they go round and round…
And the painted ponies go up and down…
We’re captive on the carousel of time…
We can’t return we can only look behind
From where we came…
And go round and round and round…
In the circle game…
(Circle Game-Joni Mitchell)
The Circle Game…of life, of love, of rebirth, of the seasons…
Today was such an amazing day of sun, readiness for planting the new, anticipating what is ahead for all of us, the upcoming months of production, and the rejoicing in all that love brings.
Today, I took my convertible out for a drive. I do this, a lot, in the warm months. It clears my head, it lets me look at passing fields, passing people, passing houses, with an up close view. It lets me think, plan, regroup.
So, it was perfect when I stopped for a minute, and saw a loving text from one of our little local market of love vendors…
You know her as your soap girl, ELM Tree Essentials, Laura Miller…she was letting me know that she, her husband, and family welcomed their new baby, Hallie Jo, into their family!! Hallie Jo was born, yesterday, and weighed 7lb. 10oz! Everyone is doing well, and they are all over the moon in love with her!!
As our market family grows, we continue to welcome new additions, new little loves, new growth…
Congrats to Laura and family!
XOXO,
Cosmic Pam