Change of Season, End of Season, Looking Ahead: Lots of Activities at the Farm

October is a “saddle-season” which almost stands on its own. The summer shares come to an end, the winter shares start up (imagine local, organic vegetables through the cold winter months!), and we hold an annual meeting and harvest dinner to reflect on the season and the progress of the farm. We hold elections for new board members who help us navigate changing times.

End of Summer Shares

The final two weeks of summer shares are here. All shares end on October 21 and 24. We know some of you are trying to make-up for missed weeks, but we ask that you limit yourself to double pick-ups only. It’s hard to calculate our harvests and distribution plans otherwise.

All summer share members will receive a link to complete the annual survey on crops, farm experience, and communications shortly. It’s your opportunity to provide feedback for our future crop planning and operations. Stay tuned!

Winter Shares will Start October 31

Yes, Halloween will be our first Group 1 pick-up for the winter! Winter share pick-ups are every other week and are held across the street from the summer barns. There are signs for parking. You can’t miss us! All the information about pick-up dates and what to expect may be found here.

If you haven’t signed up for a winter share, don’t delay!! We are 75% full right now and we have about half the number of shares as we do in summer. The fresh greens for winter have been planted in the hoop houses already! Baby lettuce, spinach…when there is snow on the ground!

If you have signed up for your share but forgot to add bread, eggs, or cheese, please go here.

A Harvest Dinner in October

See why October is the perfect month? Harvest dinners to celebrate the bounty and gather as a community are an absolute “must.”

Our 31st annual harvest dinner and annual meeting will be on October 26 at the ONE Community Center on 20 Allen St, 5:00-7:30. If you are able to bring a dish, please do…but don’t feel pressured. There will be lots of foods. Full details may be found here.

We will also introduce the candidates standing for election to our Board of Directors. It’s an opportunity to share your thoughts on the farm and its future. If you are interested in serving on the board, please go here. Our election period will run from November 11-24 and all co-op members in good standing will receive an electronic ballot.

It’s not too late to become a co-op member before the election period! Join now by going here.