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Countryside
Farmers' Market
E-News
October 19, 2011 |
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Market Dates
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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, 4-7pmFinished for 2011 Old Trail School 2315 Ira Road Saturdays, 9am-Noon
November 5 & 19 December 17
January 14
February 4 & 18
March 3 & 17
April 7 & 28 
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| 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,
Local food enthusiasts are inspiring. Just last week a family at the market shared that they had frozen 20 'dishes' worth of broccoli to eat throughout the winter months. And, they planned to make some apple sauce as well. then there's my dear friend who decided to raise all the chicken her family would eat this year on their 2-ish acre yard in our hometown. 50 chickens! Amazing.
I always wish I was more pro-active on the preserving and planning front. I do freeze berries and a few vegetables here and there (as well as buy a whole hog!), but I could do much more if I took the time to make even a simple plan in the beginning of the year. It would be helpful, I think, if I made notes about how much my family actually consumes of various veggies/fruits to give me and idea of what to aim for when freezing or canning,, and then actually make time to carry it out.
The growing season here is longer than we think- the market is still bursting with delicious produce. Further, this will be the fourth year we will be going year-round with a very nice array of fresh veggies, thanks to our farmers utilizing season extension techniques. Meat, cheese, preserves and baked goods never really seem to go out of season, although there are certainly seasonally available items in each category.
But it's true that once there's a nip in the air we all begin to behave a bit like squirrels storing nuts for the winter. Many of our meat producers sell their animals (whole, half, quarter and so-on) for those that have the freezer space, which gives you locally raised meat at your fingertips for year-round eating. I found this fairly detailed fact sheet from Cornell that outlines optimal storage conditions for various fruits and vegetables that will help you make the most of your market purchases and extend the length of the year you can eat local, even when it's a week without a market. Please share your year-round eating story with us over 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 10/22
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~ arugula ~ Blommas ~ radishes ~ squash ~ onions ~ potatoes ~ kale ~ turnips ~ beets ~ apples ~ peppers ~ tomatoes ~ leeks ~ broccoli ~ scones ~ cider ~ eggs ~ syrup ~ pumpkin butter ~ pasta ~ lemonade ~ soups ~ baklava ~ gourmet chicken patties ~ spinach pies ~ coffee ~ gluten free bakery ~ organic sweet italian sausage ~ gnocchi ~ whole chickens ~ croissants ~ coffee beans ~ rolled oats ~ lettuce ~ pears ~ sweet potatoes ~ pierogies ~ whole grain waffles ~ stained glass artwork ~ honey ~ tea ~ garlic ~ veggie filets ~ baguettes ~ jams & jellies ~ much, much more!
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Market Happenings
This weekend our cooking demonstration will be presented by Ross Dilley, while Bob Patetta will once again entertain us with his musical talents. Stop by and chat with members of Jay-Z's Wild Bunch 4-H club at our featured Non-Profit booth, where you can also place orders for their holiday cookie plates that support their work in the community.
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Upcoming Events | |
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 ADDING EMPLOYEES TO YOUR FARM BUSINESS CLASS At some point your farm business will expand beyond the point of one or two people doing all of the work. You'll need to hire employees to assist you. This is a huge opportunity and it comes with lots of paperwork and regulations. This course will cover hiring practices, keeping everything legal, workers compensation and payroll taxes. When: Tuesday October 25, 2011 6-9 pm Where: 1548 Boston Mills Road, Peninsula, OH 44264 Register here.
FARMER GET TOGETHER Wanna share ideas or gain insight into farming? Join us November 3rd, 7:00 p.m. at Greenfield Berry Farm for a casual social gathering. Cost: $5.00 donation, BYOB and dress for the weather. RSVP here. |
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Food Waste Information
Just a brief Waste Not update this week, check out this fantastic article from Culinate (one of my favorite food websites) for tips on how to divert food waste from the landfill.
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PUMPKIN GRATIN
By Jacques Pepin for www.epicurious.com
1 can (15.5 oz) pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
3 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Swiss cheese
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spoon the pumpkin puree into a food processor and add the eggs, cream, Swiss cheese, salt and pepper. Process for 10 to 15 seconds to combine. Coat a 6 cup gratin dish with the butter. Fill the dish with the pumpkin mixture. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top and bake for 35 to 45 minutes until set and lightly browned on top.
Makes 4 servings. | |
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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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