Strawberry season may be over, but thoughts of those delicious red orbs haven't left my mind. If you're like me, you can't resist buying strawberries at the market now that they won't be in our shares any more. I found this year's early strawberries a bit tart for my taste. So instead of eating them … Continue reading Strawberries, don’t go!
Pancakes!
Hello again, everyone! Here's to another great summer season of fresh veggies and fruit! So...does anyone have leftover rhubarb? I still had about four stalks leftover from Week #1's box so I decided to make some Strawberry Rhubarb Pancakes for breakfast this morning with the remains of this week's strawberries, which, surprisingly, have kept until … Continue reading Pancakes!
The Atlas Park Greenmarket Re-opens Saturday, June 16th
Located inside the Atlas Park Mall, this market draws a crowd of loyal customers from the neighborhood with its selection of vegetables, fruit and baked goods. The market holds free cooking demonstrations and recipes using the seasonal ingredients available at the market each day, as well as family friendly activities throughout the season. It encourages … Continue reading The Atlas Park Greenmarket Re-opens Saturday, June 16th
Forest Hills Greenmarket Update
The market opened on July 8th and will run every Sunday through November 18th, 8am to 3pm. It is located at Queens Blvd and 70th Ave, in front of the Post Office. EBT, Debit and Credit cards will be accepted at the market as well as WIC and FMNP checks. The market will have free weekly … Continue reading Forest Hills Greenmarket Update
It IS Easy Being Green!
Bok choy, lettuce, kale, greens...there are so many leafy greens early in our CSA season that it can be overwhelming to figure out what to do with all of them! Here are a few of our favorite (or new) ways to eat everything in our crisper drawer. Last summer I discovered a delicious bok … Continue reading It IS Easy Being Green!
Celebrate the Season with the Summer Solstice
Welcome back all my fellow procurers of perfect produce! As you are nibbling your way through those strawberries and greens, don't forget to mark your calendars for the mother of all summer celebrations, Summer Solstice, which can be enjoyed in many ways in our lovely city. What is the summer solstice you ask? It is … Continue reading Celebrate the Season with the Summer Solstice
Strawberry Picking at our farm, Golden Earthworm Organic Farm
Pick your own organic strawberries on Long Island. Once a year Golden Earthworm opens up their beautiful organic strawberry fields! This event is open to the public! 2012 SEASON OPEN DATES May 25 May 26 June 1 June 2 June 8 June 9 June 15 June 16 June 22 June 23 HOURS Friday - 9-5 … Continue reading Strawberry Picking at our farm, Golden Earthworm Organic Farm
Tree Give-Away
Trees will be given away to NYC residents on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies run out. One tree can be adopted per address. Please note that trees cannot be planted on rooftops, terraces, or in city parks. Simple tree planting and care instructions come with your tree. All you need is a place to … Continue reading Tree Give-Away
Forest Hills Stop & Swap
Community "swaps" provide the perfect opportunity to find new homes for things you no longer need. By taking home items that you can use, you are also helping to prevent waste from production, packaging and transportation required to get new things. The Office of Recycling Outreach and Education coordinates the Stop 'N' Swap in the … Continue reading Forest Hills Stop & Swap
Forest Hills will have a GreenMarket!
On Wednesday, May 9th Community Board 6 approved a green market on the Queens Boulevard access road and 70th Avenue, on the sidewalk infront of and to the side of the Forest Hills Post Office. The market, organized by GrowNYC, will run on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting July 8 through to … Continue reading Forest Hills will have a GreenMarket!
Forest Hills CSA 