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Pennypack Pickings
July 3, 2010
Volume 8, Issue 14
In This Issue
Weekly Harvest
Weekend Share Duty
Yahoo Group
Farm Closed 7/5
Meet the Interns
Dirt on Education
Weekly Harvest
Squash/Zucchini
Lettuce
Cabbage
Collards
Turnips
Dandelion Greens
Carrots
Basil
Cucumber
Kale
Fennel
Garlic Scapes

U-pick
Raspberries
Weekend Share Duty!

July 17th
August 7th
 
Bring hat, gloves and water bottle! We will put you to work!
Pennypack CSA
Yahoo Group
This group is for members of the Pennypack Farm CSA community to share recipes and other tips for using the bountiful harvest of our CSA, as well as thoughts about community-supported and sustainable agriculture.  Note that this Yahoo group is not authorized by the Pennypack Farm Education Center, and any opinions expressed here do not necessarily represent those of Pennypack Farm.

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Farm Closed Monday, July 5
Pick up is Tuesday, July 6

The farm will be closed on Monday, July 5 as it is a federal holiday for Independence Day.  The regular Monday pick up will occur on Tuesday, July 6.
Meet the Pennypack Farm Interns
Sam Long 19 years old
Sam Long
   Naturally, I came to the farm for food.  Well, an experience in food.  I came back to my family's house in Upper Dublin after a year in Connecticut attending Wesleyan University.  At Wesleyan I was learning about Environmental Studies with a focus in food policy.  I read a lot about organic farming and found it endlessly fascinating.  I was learning about the importance of our food choices, and how they impact the environment, human health, and the welfare of animals.  So during summer break I wanted to acquire a hands-on experience on a "real-life" farm.  When my parents joined the CSA at Pennypack Farm I attended the orientation and respected the farm's sustainable and educational goals.  I asked to sign on as a frequent volunteer and soon became a seasonal intern.

            The first year at the farm was very educational.  I learned everything from direct seeding and transplanting, to sheet mulching and weeding.  The farmers are great teachers and their mentoring doesn't get enough credit.  And I don't just learn about farming.  At lunches I get schooled about the business side of a non-profit as well as the legal struggles that a small farm like Pennypack faces.   This year, my second summer at the farm, I hope to be a hard worker but also be a creative force that reinforces the messages that Pennypack farm addresses about sustainability, education, and community responsibility.
The Dirt on Education
For information on all upcoming classes for children and adults click here.

Little SproutsLittle Sprouts for 5-6 year olds
A four week series on Tuesdays - 1pm to 2pm
July 6th - Fun with the Food System
July 13th - Berry Bonanza
July 20th - Garden Creatures
July 27th - Melon Madness
Register here!


Mom and daughter with wheelbarrelFamily Work Day
Friday July 9th 9am to Noon
Stop by the Edible Classroom and help out with weeding and watering. This is a great way to get your Share-Duty hours done - all ages welcome.



BeekeepingBeekeeping
Saturday July 10th 10am to Noon
$15/person
Register Here!
Ever wonder what it takes to successfully keep a happy colony of bees and a steady supply of honey? Beekeeper Nancy Schnarr will take some time to tell us what all the buzz is about.



pests and beneficialsOrganic Pest and Weed Control
With Farmer Andy
Tuesday, July 13th from 7pm-8pm
$10/person
Register Here!
Keeping garden/farm pests and weeds at bay is a never ending battle. Join Farmer Andy on a walk through the farm to identify the culprits as well as the beneficial insects.


 
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