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Countryside
Farmers' Market
E-News
September 28, 2011 |
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Howe Meadow
4040 Riverview Road
Saturdays, 9am until Noon
May 14 - October 29
Highland Square W Market St. & Conger Ave Wednesdays, 4-7pmJune 1 - September 28  |
| About the
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Countryside Farmers' Markets are producer-only markets managed by the Countryside Conservancy.
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About our Market Partners
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is the partner for our Saturday morning market at its new Howe Meadow location. Established in 1974 as a National Recreation Area, the park received National Park status in 2000. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is also Countryside Conservancy's partner for the Countryside Initiative program, which offers long-term leases of farms within the National Park boundaries. For more information on Cuyahoga Valley National Park visit their website. For more information on the Countryside Initiative click here.
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Thank you to Old Trail School for their generous sponsorhip of Countryside Farmers' Markets. |
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| Dear Market Supporter,
Topsy-turvey weather certainly seems to be the theme for 2011. While Wednesday looks to be warm-ish but damp, we're in for a cold snap on Saturday. That means it's time to break out the winter boots to keep your feet warm, and a nice snuggly sweater. Soups, stews and gratins are heating up the kitchen. (I made a nice one last night with red cabbage that even the kids liked! I added some prosciutto and a pear, and also mixed some Gruyere in with the Parmesan. Yum!)
What dishes are warming you up and keeping the chill at bay? Share your favorites with us on Facebook!
See you at the Market,
Beth Knorr
Market Manager
PS: Don't forget about the Riverview Road closure to Bath Road! Akron-Peninsula is a great alternative.
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Market Report for 9/28 and 10/1 | |
Wednesday
tomatoes~squash~peppers~pie pumpkins~garlic~
baked goods~butternut squash~grapes~pears~
~honey crisp apples~brownies~kale chips~
carob bars~ohio maple syrup~salads & sandwiches~
ohio spelt biscuits~waffles~whole grain breads~croissants~
honey~knife sharpening~
Saturday
beets~parsley~shitake mushrooms~sweet potatoes~squash~tomatoes~edamame~
chard~fennel~turnips~heirloom tomatoes~lettuce~peaches~
spinach pies~soups~pork~eggs~burritos~veggie burgers~peanut brittle~
jams~sunflowers~steaks~pasta~ground beef~chicken~bacon~
coffee~tea~and much, much more!
Photo courtesy of George Remington |
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Market Happenings
Come visit the last market of the season at Highland Square tonight between 4-7! It's been a good season, and we look forward to returning next year.
This Saturday, music will be provided by Tony Paparella, while Ross Dilley will be our Demo Chef! Relax and enjoy a crisp fall morning at the market!
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Upcoming Events
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Mark your calendar for our winter markets at Old Trail School:
November 5 & 19; December 17; January 14; February 4 & 18; March 3 & 17; April 7 & 28
Many opportunities exist for getting out on the Countryside Initiative Farms in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park:
Basket of Life Farm will be open every Sunday in October from 9 am - 4 pm with fresh produce, pumpkin sales, fun fall activities, and pumpkin painting! Canal Corners Farm & Market will be open with pumpkins, mazes, and other goodies every day in October! Monday - Friday 3pm-7pm Saturdays: 10am - 5pm Sundays: 11am - 5pm Greenfield Berry Farm will be open every Sunday in October from 11am - 4 pm with hayrides, pumpkin sales and painting, farm scavenger hunts, and other family-friendly activities. Sarah's Vineyard is hosting a clam bake on October 7, 2011 and a Murder Mystery Dinner on October 31, 2011. Reservations or questions contact Shawn. Spicy Lamb Farm will be open with hay rides and pumpkin picking from September 10, 2011 thru October 30, 2011 on: Saturdays 9am - 11am, Sundays 2-4 pm |
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Mulch Leaves for a Green Lawn and Less Landfill Waste
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It seems early to be talking about this but with the recent rain the temperature hasn't been the only thing falling. Lawns all over Northeast Ohio are peppered with the first layer of fall leaves. Consider approaching this year's fall leaf season another way, and save on chiropractor bills while we're at it: mulch the leaves into your lawn.
According to the EPA, organic material continues to be the largest component of Municipal Solid Waste. Yard trimmings account for 13.7% which is a close second to the food scraps (14.7%) mentioned last week. If we measure this by weight alone it's more than 50% of our landfill waste. We can easily reduce this volume with mulching instead of raking and bagging. Imagine the PRECIOUS resources of time, money and energy we could all save by changing one simple task.
Some benefits of mulching leaves into your lawn:
- Reduce landfill waste-Making more land available for local farming!
- Feeds your soil naturally for plant growth. Layer as much as an 1" thick for maximum benefits.
- Eliminates the need for chemicals in your lawn improving your community water supply
- Saves time, money & energy
- Reduces pollution/allergens in the air
- Having your lawn care service mulch will save them time which saves on labor which saves you money.
- Grass clippings act as a natural weed suppressant choking off future weed growth.
The sites below offer great suggestions on mulching leaves into your lawn: Yardener National Geographic Green Living
Special thanks goes out to market shoppers & volunteers who recently made cell phone donations. Our collective donations support cancer research! If you have un-used cell phones at home, please consider bringing them to the market to recycle and support this important work.
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Butternut Squash Casserole
from Allrecipes.com
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This is a quick and easy side dish/dessert using some of the best Fall harvest ingredients!
** denotes ingredients you can find at the market
1 Butternut Squash*
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch of salt
2 tbsp flour
3 eggs*
1/4 c. butter-melted
Topping
1/2 (16 oz) pkg vanilla wafers-crushed
1/2 c butter-melted*
1 c brown sugar
Preheat oven 425 degrees
1.Put butternut squash in the microwave and cook on high, until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Cut in half, scoop out seeds and cube. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add squash and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.
2.In a 9x13 inch casserole dish combine 3 cups mashed butternut squash, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, salt, flour, eggs and 1/4 cup melted butter.
3.Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until set.
4.In a medium bowl combine crushed vanilla wafers, 1/2 cup melted butter and brown sugar. Crumble over top of cooked casserole and return to oven to brown.
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| Dog Policy
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While we love our four-legged friends, dogs are not permitted at the Countryside Farmers' Markets. They are, however, permitted to play at Howe Meadow, walk on the towpath or elsewhere in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, but must remain on a leash at all times. |
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