Wednesday, May 03, 2006
May at Added Value!
Strawberries are blossoming and garlic is growing high on the Red Hook Community Farm! During the month of May, lend a hand at volunteer days, learn about our CSA, and take part in farm tours. Come celebrate spring with us!
Saturday, May 6th “First Saturday” community volunteer day! 10 AM – 3 PM Join us in the sunshine on the Red Hook Community Farm as we seed, transplant, build beds, build compost bins, grow food, and enjoy the beautiful season. Bring friends, family, and neighbors of all ages. (As always, there are plenty of kid-sized tools and kid-friendly activities)
Saturday, May 13th
It’s My Park! Day 10 AM – 3 PM The Red Hook Community Farm is the product of an incredible partnership between Added Value and the Parks Department. Come show your support, help beautify the site, and celebrate “It’s My Farm! Day.”
Red Hook CSA (Community Supported Agriculture)-- Meet the Farmers! Interested in joining the Red Hook CSA and receiving a weekly share of produce delivered straight from the Garden of Eve—a local, organic farm on Long Island? Come to the Red Hook Community Farm and meet the farmers, Chris and Eve (and maybe their adorable baby). They will answer questions, share photographs, tell stories. Whether you’re a new member or a returning member, now is the time to sign up for a season of heavenly produce! Door prize for signing up!
Farm Tours Ongoing farm tours throughout the day. Get familiar with the Red Hook Community Farm in preparation for our upcoming community design process! (see below)
And in June.... Saturday, June 3rd First Saturday volunteer day, 10 AM- 3 PM
Wednesday, June 14th
Red Hook Community Farm Design Charrette
Are you interested in sustainability, local economics, food and farming, renewable power, health and wellness, youth empowerment, citizenship? If so, consider helping Added Value design the future of Red Hook Community Farm. We are holding a Design Charrette on Wednesday June 14th, at the Farm between 4:30 and 7:30pm. If you are interested in attending please click here and send us an email indicating your intention to join us. Looking forward to harvesting all your great ideas!
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