2010 Market Calendar
JULY 11–OCT 31, 2010
Sundays, 10am–2pm
Pearl Street, West Acton Village
Welcome to the ABFM's second season! More of what you love from returning vendors, plus additional produce and goods from vendors new to the market. And don't forget our ABFM recycled grocery bags and beautiful new ABFM aprons!
Please stop by the ABFM table at market to learn more about the importance of "local," "organic," "sustainable," and other issues in food, agriculture, health, environment, and economy.
Who are our 2010 Vendors? Farmers and specialty goods producers from local communities, offering the freshest vegetables and fruits, as well as honey, meat, and specialty goods such as breads, cheeses, baked treats, jams, bagels, handmade soaps, and more. The ABFM also features children's activities, community education, music, and the work of area artisans.
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Special Event
Save this Date:
Sept. 19
What It Takes to Run A Real Massachusetts Farm:
A Tour of Applefield Farm
Stow, MA • Sept. 19, 4:30–6pm
Sign up at market or at rosiedequat@hotmail.com
(subject line = Farm Tour)
www.ApplefieldFarm.com
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SEPTEMBER 5
Closing the Loop . . .
Please bring to the ABFM table at market any (clean) containers you've acquired during your ABFM shopping, including green paperboard boxes, and paper and plastic bags. We'll make them available to our vendors for re-use when appropriate.
PER-DIEM VENDOR
JOANNA'S NEW WORLD BISCOTTI
Joanna's New World Biscotti is a small specialty bakery that produces handmade, preservative-free, gourmet-style biscotti, using eco-friendly packaging and as many locally sourced ingredients as possible.
Westford, MA
PERFORMER
THREE TO TANGO
Folk Trio
These three high school seniors with a love for folk music (à la the Kingston Trio) turn up the eclectic factor by adding to the mix blues, country, and a bit o’ rock. 11:15–1pm
Acton, MA
ARTISAN
BRYONY BODY ART
A RISD graduate, painter, and sculptor, Sophy Tuttle specializes in henna art, as well as face and body painting.
Littleton, MA
www.BryonyBodyArt.com
COMMUNITY TABLE
ACTON BOXBOROUGH UNITED WAY
ABUW identifies and raises public awareness of community needs; links needs with quality services; and raises and allocates funds to support the charitable efforts of the community.
Acton, MA
www.ABUW.org
KIDS' ACTIVITY
BAG TOTES
The rain got the better of us last time, but for this week — totes are on!
Where are those plastic bags you saved to re-use? Are they never with you when you actually enter a store? Kennett has a solution: handy bag totes made from re-used household materials. Your kid will make one, you'll love it and keep it with you — voilà!
Wanna Win Market Moolah?
During the week of Sept. 6, you'll likely receive the West Acton Neighborhood Guide in your mailbox (if you live in Acton, Boxborough, Stow, Harvard, or Littleton). Look for our ABFM ad, cut it out and bring it to market on Sept. 12 or 19 for our 9/19 drawing. Everyone who comes to market is a winner in our eyes! But if you submit your ad to us at the ABFM table, you may be the lucky winner who will walk away with $25 in ABFM Market Moolah to spend at the market!
SEPTEMBER 12
Closing the Loop . . .
Please bring to the ABFM table at market any (clean) containers you've acquired during your ABFM shopping, including green paperboard boxes, and paper and plastic bags. We'll make them available to our vendors for re-use when appropriate.
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Market Moolah: Gotta Play to Win!
Remember to bring the ABFM ad from the West Acton Neighborhood Guide — cut it out and bring it to market on Sept. 12 or 19 for our 9/19 drawing. Everyone who comes to market is a winner in our eyes! But if you submit your ad to us at the ABFM table, you may be the lucky winner who will walk away with $25 in ABFM Market Moolah to spend at the market!
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SPECIAL EVENT:
Master Gardener Kristi Twichell on COMPOSTING!
Why is composting so important? Will it make my yard smell? Can I compost if I don't have much room?
These are questions that Master Gardener (and ABFM board member) Kristi Twichell often hears during her vegetable gardening classes. The truth is that almost anyone can create compost — known reverentially as "black gold" in gardening circles. Learn the basics of composting; it doesn't have to be complicated! Kristi will share all she knows about composting, and answer your smoldering questions on the rotting science!
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PER-DIEM VENDORS
APPALACHIAN NATURALS
Appalachian Naturals produces natural and organic dressings, salsa, dips, and BBQ sauces using locally grown ingredients.
Goshen, MA
HAMES & AXLE FARM / SURFING GOAT SOAP
Goat milk soaps have long been valued for their gentleness and hydration. Nigerian dwarf goat milk is extra high in fats and protein, making for a luxurious bath experience. We use only natural ingredients — no artificial fragrances and no unnecessary additives.
Ashburnham, MA
PERFORMER
DANIEL AND FAITH SENIE
Acoustic Folk
Singers and songwriters Dan and Faith perform selected covers and original songs. Acoustic guitar, harmonica, mandolin, and bass blend with vocal harmonies to bring to life songs that tell stories and entertain. 11:15am–1pm
Bolton, MA
www.DanandFaith.com
KIDS' ACTIVITY
COMPOST HAPPENS!
Let's face it — compost is a miracle! Put various rotting, slimy, icky contents in, and take beautiful, nutrient-rich soil out. Go figure. Children will learn about this amazing process, do a related hands-on activity, and perhaps even go home with a small bag of finished compost with resident decomposers!
SEPTEMBER 19
Market Moolah: Today's the Day!
Remember to bring the ABFM ad from the West Acton Neighborhood Guide — cut it out and bring it to market for TODAY'S drawing. Submit your ad to us at the ABFM table, and you may be the lucky winner who will walk away with $25 in ABFM Market Moolah to spend at the market!
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Closing the Loop . . .
Please bring to the ABFM table at market any (clean) containers you've acquired during your ABFM shopping, including green paperboard boxes, and paper and plastic bags. We'll make them available to our vendors for re-use when appropriate.
PER-DIEM VENDORS
BEST FRIENDS COCOA
Offering world-class cocoa carefully crafted to deliver rich flavor with a delicious aroma, without adding cream or milk. At just 110 calories per 6-ounce serving, Best Friends is also a lower-calorie alternative to typical hot chocolate, with all the great taste and antioxidant benefits. Four varieties: Raspberry Truffle, Marshmallow Cloud, Cinnamon Twist, and Traditional
Arlington, MA
JOANNA'S NEW WORLD BISCOTTI
Joanna's New World Biscotti is a small specialty bakery that produces handmade, preservative-free, gourmet-style biscotti, using eco-friendly packaging and as many locally sourced ingredients as possible.
Westford, MA
PERFORMER
LAURA AND THE LOOKOUTS
Acoustic Folk Rock
Laura and the Lookouts play a variety of acoustic rock and folk favorites, with a bit of country blues sprinkled in. 11:15–1pm
Acton, MA
www.Facebook.com/pages/Laura-and-the-Lookouts/263702426733
ARTISAN
JA ARTS
Janet Armstrong delights with her oil and watercolor paintings.
Clinton, MA
www.jarmstrongarts.com
COMMUNITY TABLE
THE NATURE CONNECTION
Bringing Nature, Animals & the Arts to People
The Nature Connection brings animal and nature programs to people with limited access to the natural world. Founded over 25 years ago, we connect individuals with nature’s capacity to heal and to teach.
Concord, MA
www.aai-nature.org
KIDS' ACTIVITY
VILLAGE ART (INFO TO COME)
