Tomato Tasting and Potluck Supper

Thursday, August 18 from 6:00 to 8:00pm 

Don't miss out on this summer's social gathering at the farm. Tomatoes are in full swing and the variety is something to see and taste! Join in the camaraderie of fellow farm members and taste the season's bounty. Need some ideas on what to do with all that zucchini? Share ideas and swap recipes.

Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish that will serve their family and 6 other people. This is a BYOP event - please bring your own plates, forks, knifes. We have plenty of tables, but bring chairs if you can. Or bring a blanket and enjoy a real outdoor picnic. We'll have Griggstown sausage, wine and beer available for a small donation. Non alcoholic beverages will be available for free.

RSVP to Trina at trinalawry@comcast.net . This is a members only event.

Between trellising the bountiful beds of tomatoes and harvesting literally tons of squash, time has escaped us. Surprisingly, it is already time for our interns to start their next adventures. I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to Alyssa, Moriah, and Bobby for their hard work and dedication to Pennypack Farm. Let me share some details about their summer at the farm.

The interns aided Raina in educating and entertaining hundreds of College Settlement campers. They worked side by side with the farmers to plant, weed, and maintain the crops since May. They assisted in the harvest that they then dutifully kept stocked on the share room shelves. Their addition to the crew has been unforgettable.

Alyssa took initiative with the construction of the new hoop house. Many days she was Dennis's right-hand woman with the project. She was so dedicated, that she took the instruction manual home to study. Alyssa's unwavering composure and steady rhythm offered balance even on the hottest days.   Her talent with gluten free desserts will be missed, especially by Andy.

Moriah had a constant resolve when working. She is a force. This was noticed by one of our greeters, who praised her zest for work. Moriah even asked if she could stay late in order to gain more farm experience. Her interest in our soil amendments led her to compare and compile information from soil tests from past years. Her determination and fortitude mixed with a smile and a giggle will be missed.

Bobby added extraordinary enthusiasm to any farm task. Only his outgoing personality could flourish under the constant attention of a predominantly female crew. The farm joke is that his internship was in Women's Studies with an emphasis in farming. All jokes aside his dedication to learning has served as an inspiration. Bobby's colorful plaid shirts, humor, and vocal entertainment will be missed.

Their last days are approaching in the upcoming weeks. Please take the opportunity to thank them for their hard work if you see them in the share room or in the fields. Harvesting good-byes means storing fond memories and cultivating good friends.

What's Your Garden Style?  

What's your garden style? Shady retreats with bubbling brooks or sunny spots with colorful flowers? There's something for everyone on the Garden and Farm tour on September. 18. See how to create private courtyard entrances and outdoor rooms. Discover how whimsical sculptures add to the charm and help set the mood. Get ideas on how to landscape that hilly backyard. See how Rainbow Chard can add beauty to your garden and provide food for the table.  Wander through a naturalized meadow counting the butterflies.

Come be inspired on September 18 and plan your new garden over the winter. For more information and tickets visit www.pennypackfarm.org  

Volunteer Opportunities at Harvest Fest 

We are looking for volunteers to make bake sale items for the Harvest Festival. Items will need to be dropped off in the harvest house the morning of the festival. If you are interested please contact Meghan Coleman at meghan_coleman@hotmail.com and let her know what you will be bringing.

The Harvestfest needs a Kids Activities Assistant to help plan and organize. Help set-up facepainting, scarecrow making, sand art, bug hunts and more. Help make Harvestfest a fun-filled day! Contact Jocelyn Crosby at  ppfharvestfest@gmail.com. Harvestfest is Saturday, October 1.

Volunteers for the Harvest Festival are needed. This event is held on Saturday, October 1, from 11 AM to 5 PM. Volunteers are need to assist with set-up, clean-up, food sales, tickets sales, kids activities, book sale, parking and the hayride. Please contact Jocelyn Crosby at ppfharvestfest@gmail.com to volunteer.