What's In Season in Kentucky This Week:
- Apples
- Beets
- Cabbage
- Garlic
- Greens- kale, Swiss chard, collard
- Lettuces
- Onions
- Potatoes
- Radishes
- Squash- Acorn, Butternut,
- Sweet Potatoes
- Turnips
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The Lexington Farmers' Market
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Beyond the challenges provided by the weather routine, the end of this week looks to be a busy one for the Lexington Farmers' Market. Please find information below about tomorrow's open house event in support of the Chrysalis House and come out and lend your support for their efforts. Then, start planning your Friday appearance at WUKY's annual Heard it Through the Grapevine where you will find me talking about the market and offering samples of Shepherd's Pie featuring our members' ingredients, exquisitely prepared by chefs and students of Sullivan University. Then, as always, Saturday will feature our indoor, winter market.
Please join us for any and all of these events and help us support those that do so much in the Lexington community.
Sincerely,
Jeff Dabbelt
Lexington Farmers' Market Manager
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"New Year, New Ideas" Eco-Fair
Chrysalis House Community Center: January 27, 5-7pm
Directions/Map Here
Please join Lexington residents and environmental sustainability leaders in in celebrating green efforts in our community! The Eco-Fair is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The event will be an opportunity for Lexington residents to learn about how to implement sustainability changes into their lives - at home and at work! Join us for
ˇ Presentations and information tables by leading community businesses and organizations (see list below)
ˇ Refreshments provided by The Purple Lunchbox, a social enterprise of God's Closet.
ˇ Door Prizes
ˇ Performance by Chrysalis House children
ˇ Eco-Trivia
The January 27th Eco-Fair is one event in the partnership formed between Midway College SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) students and Chrysalis House, with supporting partners Sam's Club and Kentucky American Water. The comprehensive sustainability plan is focused on making community center improvements, empowering the women of Chrysalis House, and educating the general public about actions that can be made to live a more environmentally sustainable lifestyle. The following area leaders have committed their support to the fair and will be present on January 27th to educate and answer questions:
- Sam's Club
- Bluegrass PRIDE/Live Green Lexington
- Kentucky American Water
- Midway College
- Bike Lexington
- Lexington Farmers' Market
- Sustainable Communities Network
- Lighten Up Frankfort!
- Good Foods Market & Cafe
- Bluegrass Greenworks
- KY Energy and Environment Cabinet
- Seedleaf
- The Purple Lunchbox/God's Closet
- Natural Awakenings Magazine
- Elmwood Stock Farm
- WreckCREATIONS
A press conference was held January 5, 2011 at Chrysalis House to announce the project. As an ambassador of Midway College's mission, SIFE faculty advisor Dr. Marla Ashe said that the mission and vision for the college "is to give back - that's our legacy."
In the fall of 2010, the Midway SIFE team applied for and received a $1000 grant from Sam's Club, a SIFE USA partner. David Vancleeck, general manager for Sam's Club Lexington Store #8188 feels that the project dovetails nicely with his company's mission, "It goes well with our concept at Wal-Mart in trying to be green in our goal of zero waste. Sustainability is still a growing thing amongst us." In addition to the $1000 grant provided by Sam's Club, they have provided a staff manager to act as project mentor as well - Membership Assistant Manager, Sherry Hampton. Vancleeck supported Hampton's participation with reinforcement of the importance of sustainability in moving forward "so that we can all continue to grow together and have a better life amongst us all."
Lisa Minton, Chrysalis House Executive Director was on-hand to offer her gratitude for the Midway SIFE team and Sam's Club partnership. "Chrysalis House is delighted to have been chosen for this project. It will benefit the Chrysalis House facilities, as well as our women and children as they move into their own homes. On behalf of the Chrysalis House Board of Directors, staff, and clients, thank you."
Media Contact - Midway College SIFE Students:
Carolyn Gilles, cgilles@midway.edu
Allison Miller, ammiller@midway.edu
Cheryl Williams, crwilliams@midway.edu
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Market Times and Locations
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Saturday
Victorian Square Plaza
Indoors
8am-1pm
Tuesday/Thursday
S. Broadway and Maxwell
Closed for the Season
Sunday
Southland Dr.
Closed for the Season
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As I am coming off of a bout with the flu, I thought I'd search for what might have helped me and this recipe sounds about right.
The Soup Cure: Onion & Garlic Soup
Ingredients
ˇ 3 large onions
ˇ 3 cloves of garlic
ˇ 1 sprig of fresh parsley finely chopped
ˇ 4 cups of filtered water
Method
Chop the onions and garlic into small pieces. Or alternatively liquidize them.
Bring a stainless steel saucepan with 4 cups of filtered water to the boil and then add the chopped onions and garlic and the parsley to the saucepan and bring to the boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan and then let it simmer for 15 minutes. Until the onions have cooked until they are very soft.
Serve it either as is or liquidize with a thickening agent for a creamy soup.
Thickening Agent
Add 1 tablespoon of chick pea flour and whisk it up in 2 tablespoons of filtered water.
Add to the soup and stir, until the desired thickness is obtained, then simmer for 5 minutes.
Serving Instructions for Getting the full Healing Process of this Soup
Climb into bed and keep well covered, drink the soup while hot, keep the remainder of the soup warm until later.
The soup will cause your body temperature to rise, so expect some sweating, remain well covered and rest.
Try and have another serving about 15 minutes after finishing your 1st serving.
Here is to your health.
A final note
This Onion Soup with the thickening is also a good starter for a normal winter family meal - try it.
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INFORMATION FROM OUR SPONSORS
SULLIVAN UNIVERSITY
We are pleased to announce that Sullivan University is a returning sponsor of the Lexington Farmers' Market and will be providing many more seasonal cooking demonstrations at our Saturday markets. More information will follow as it becomes available and please take time to thank the representatives of Sullivan University when you see them at the market.
GOOD FOODS MARKET AND CAFÉ
Good Foods Co-op is a locally owned and operated cooperative business where everyone is welcome to shop at either of our locations - Good Foods Market & Café on Southland Drive or Good Foods Chapter 2 inside the downtown Lexington Public Library. Good Foods has served the Lexington community since 1972.
Good Foods Market & Café, 455 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 40503, (859) 278-1813, www.goodfoods.coop
THE FAYETTE ALLIANCE
The Fayette Alliance is Lexington's ONLY land-use advocacy organization that regularly educates and lobbies local government for a sustainable growth model that benefits all of us. We believe that preserving our signature Bluegrass landscape, creating a dynamic and equitable cityscape through infill redevelopment, and improving our natural waterways by fixing our sanitary sewer and stormwater systems are key components to achieving our economic and environmental promise here in Lexington-Fayette County. We are an alliance of citizens from the entire community, including stakeholders from the agricultural, neighborhood, and infill sectors. We are a united voice for responsible growth, and only weigh-in on those land-use issues that have countywide implications. Together we can chart our future, and positively impact local zoning decisions-the very building blocks of our community. If you want a better quality of life for all of us, please join The Fayette Alliance today for free. Visit www.fayettealliance.com for more information. INFORMATION FROM OUR SPONSOR WUKY
WUKY was founded in 1941 as the radio voice of the University of Kentucky. Our mission then-as now-was to bring information and enlightenment to the people of central Kentucky. Back then we even hauled radios to remote areas so people could hear our programs. Today we're pioneering the use of digital technology to bring multiple streams of great non-commercial programming to this region. Whether you're a Lexington resident or a visitor, please take a moment this weekend to tune your radio to WUKY at 91.3FM, and, when you get home, stream our signal on line at www.wuky.org. There you'll enjoy NPR's Morning Edition, All Things Considered, Car Talk and Fresh Air all supplemented by award-winning WUKY news. On weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m., you'll hear a unique blend of music that we call "Adult Rock", featuring a wide variety of artists from Talking Heads to Norah Jones to Lucinda Williams. In addition, our weekend schedule includes everything from A Prairie Home Companion to the big bands, the Grateful Dead Hour, and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me. WUKY 91.3FM truly has something for everyone. We are able to accomplish all this only because of community support. Income from this and other special events, underwriting by area businesses, and contributions from individual donors account for over two-thirds of our budget so please pledge now and thank you so much for supporting WUKY.
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NEWS FLASH AND SPECIAL EVENTS
NEWS FLASH...
USDA Highlights Nearly 900 Operating Winter Farmers Markets; Many Markets Located in Cold-Weather States
WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2010 - With winter on its way, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that its National Farmers Market Directory lists 898 winter farmers markets across the country, accounting for more than 14 percent of the nation's 6,132 operating farmers markets and extending opportunities for consumers to access locally grown food.
"Fresh, local, and healthful food isn't just a good weather offering," said David Shipman, Acting Administrator of USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service. "Clearly in many places, winter markets are hot despite the cold weather. Even in states where the traditional growing season is short, the market season is long. This allows more small and local farmers to continue bringing in income for their families and their businesses, while also providing great, nutritious food to communities year round."
Farmers markets are considered winter farmers markets if they operate between November and March. The top 11 states for these markets are: New York (153), California (140), North Carolina (53), Florida (45), Pennsylvania (42), Ohio (34), Massachusetts (32), Kentucky (30), New Jersey (24), Connecticut (20), and Michigan (20).
The last time USDA released a count of winter farmers markets was in 2009 as part of the agency's National Farmers Market Manager Survey. Since then, winter markets have grown 17 percent. Results from that same survey indicate that farmers markets operating more than seven months per year have higher monthly sales than their strictly seasonal counterparts.
In August 2010 USDA's National Farmers Market Directory listed 6,132 operating farmers markets overall, a 16 percent rise from 2009. The National Farmers Market Directory has been collecting self-reported information about farmers markets since 1994.
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OF NOTE...
Between June 17 and November 20, Faith Feeds collected approximately 37,500 pounds of fresh food. The food was donated to 14 emergency food agencies, faith ministries and others that feed the poor and hungry. Forty (40) volunteers gave of their time and energy to make all this possible. Words cannot express the gratitude of the Faith Feed organizers.
PARKING is always FREE at all of our markets if you know where to look!
On Saturday it's as easy as parking in the Victorian Square Garage across Broadway from Victorian Square Plaza and asking one of the vendors to validate your ticket. Beyond that garage, all street parking is free on Saturdays and there are also several pay lots in the area.
Finally, if you have ever lost items at any of our markets and they have not been returned, please check with Jeff, the market manager, during market hours or by phone at (859) 608-2655. |
 HERE'S A BIT OF WHAT YOU'LL FIND AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK...
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ELMWOOD STOCK FARM
Scott County
SCHEDULE This winter, Elmwood will be at the Victorian Square indoor market EACH SATURDAY during December, January, February and March. Any questions on where to find us, where to park, what are the market hours-just email or phone ahead!
PRODUCE we are featuring several types of root crops including Purple Top White Turnips, Golden Turnips, Beets, Spanish Black Radishes, Watermelon or Beauty Heart Radishes, and Daikon Radishes. In addition, we will be featuring dried kidney and black beans and continue to offer tasty Sweet Potatoes, Red Onions, Yellow Onions, Garlic and fresh cut Herbs, all certified organic.
MEATS and POULTRY our inventory of grassfed Angus organic beef has been restocked, along with a full selection of certified organic hens and packs of cut-up chicken pieces ready to stock up your freezers for cold weather meals.
A handful of bone-in Leg of Lamb are available, contact us if you need to reserve one for a special holiday celebration.
TURKEYS: We are now featuring ground turkey and hope you will enjoy this new offering.
EGGS we offer our certified organic eggs from free-ranging hens on grass pasture each market.
Look for Elmwood Stock Farm to secure your own share of locally grown, organic, wholesome, healthy farm food each week of the growing season.
These days, more than ever, it's important to know the source of your family's food and you can look to a local organic farm to meet your body's nutritional needs resulting in good health.
Visit our website to learn more, review our price lists, and pre-order your special items.
http://www.elmwoodstockfarm.com/
THE PAW PAW PLANTATION
Powell County
I will be at all of the indoor markets with cabbage, sourdough bread, a variety of sweet fruit and vegetable breads, Kentucky agate slices-geodes-gemstones, and sassafrass.
Roland McIntosh from the Paw Paw Plantation
VVF CONFECTIONS
Fayette County
I will be returning to the winter market this Saturday and hope to see you there..
Thanks
Marianne Swintosky
VVF Confections
SUPERLATIVE COFFEE ROASTERS
Fayette County
Happy New Year!
We appreciate everyone's support during this past year, and we are looking forward to another great year with the Farmer's Market.
During January, we'll be spending our time at the Roastery located at 116 Mechanic. Our hours are limited. M-F 7:30 am - 1pm.
Save Saturday, January 22nd for our Sip and Savor Saturday. Free coffee tastings . . .we have a new single origin to discover that truly is a great cup of coffee!
Location: 116 Mechanic Street, Downtown Lexington
Time: 8am - 2pm.
Jenny Super & Patrick Meyer
Owners. Craft Roasters.
Caffemarco
Bourbon County
"Fair Trade, organic, hand-crafted, and utterly delicious "
The Lexington Herald-Leader
CaffeMarco freshly roasted coffee is available each Saturday in Victorian Square. Please visit Elmwood Stock Farm. Thank you.
CaffeMarco
729 Main St.
Paris
Tel. (859)684-7555
HILLSIDE HERITAGE FARM
Garrard County
Don't forget to look through our recipe collection and find just what you need for a meal in the coming weeks. Of course our recipe collection is all about PORK!
We invite you to visit our website (which still needs updating) www.hillsideheritagefarm.com and also ask you to join us on Facebook.
This has been a great season and we have really enjoyed getting to know so many of you.
John Contini
"FRESH LOCAL HONEY" by NICK and BEV NICKELS
Fayette County
We have concluded our participation in the Lexington Farmer's Market for 2010. We would like to thank you for your patronage throughout 2010 at the Lexington Farmer's Market.
You may still purchase honey, pollen, and/or beeswax candles from us anytime from our home at 1909 Nicholasville Road in Lexington until we return to the Lexington Farmer's Market in April of 2011. Call us first at 859 276-0258, and we will put what you want on our back porch for you to pick up. You may also call to make an appointment to look at Bev's candle selection.
Out home is located one block north (toward downtown) of the intersection of Southland Drive and Nicholasville Road. Turn on Goodrich Avenue and take the first driveway on your right and you will be in our back yard. There will be a silver travel trailer (Airstream) under an awning directly in front of you. Your honey will be on the back porch. If we are not home, just leave the money on the counter. There is change in a small jar on the counter if you need some.
Thank you, Nick & Bev Nickels
Web Site www.KentuckyHoney.com
JAVA JONES
Fayette County
Thank you for all your support during our first market season! It was great to get to know you all. Java Jones will have a permanent winter location at 2070 Lexington Rd, next to Toyota of Nicholasville. We've already had some of our regulars stop by so please come see us there and have a great winter!
Remember to visit our website at http://www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com for more information about the market.
If you would like your name removed from the Lexington Farmers' Market Weekly Newsletter mailing list, please send a reply message with "REMOVE" as the subject. You can do the same thing if you've changed your email address, just reply with your new information and your name. If you received this email from another source and would like to be added to our list, send a message to jeff@lexingtonfarmersmarket.com with "SUBSCRIBE" in the subject line.
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