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Organic Black Bean Burritos to Gluten-Free Coffee Cake Local Fare Served-Up at the Hilltown Spring Festival There will be something for every taste at the Hilltown Spring Festival, coming up this Saturday, May 15th, 2010 in Cummington. From organic black bean burritos to classic mac-and-cheese, this year’s Festival food vendors are offering a wide assortment of eats and treats: Start with a waffle or some gluten-free coffee cake from Blue House Café,… Read More
Northampton Winter Fare: Eat Locally Year Round Photo credit: (ccl) thebittenword.com In recent years, more and more consumers have become convinced of the benefits, to themselves and to their communities, of eating local food. Farmers’ markets and farmstands bustle all summer long, CSAs have long waiting lists for the summer season, and local retailers and restaurants proudly advertise the local products they offer. Even when the prime growing season comes to an… Read More
SUGGEST AN EVENT If you have a family-friendly event or educational program happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, post your event on our “Suggest An Event” page. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening, along with time, location, age appropriateness and costs before attending FRIDAY NIGHT IN THE HILLTOWNS: Stargazing at Notchview in Windsor, MA at 9pm…. Read More
Notes from Nan: Let the Sun Shine In! BY HF Contributing Writer, Nan Parati When I was fifteen my parents took me to see the Broadway touring company production of “Hair.” I remember three things most distinctly about it: Berger (the main guy character) was the epitome of cool, the attention of that cool a guy I would never, ever be hip enough to attract. The entire Tribe up there on stage… Read More
Local Food From Local Farms I discovered a short video about local food and CSA’s in the LocalHarvest Newsletter, March 25, 2009 called “Fridays at the Farm.” This film is a documentary/personal essay about a family living outside of Philidelphia, PA, and their participation in a local CSA. I found it inspiring and wanted to share it with other families intersted in supporting local agriculture. To view the film click here and… Read More
Obamas to Plant White House Vegetable Garden Scheduled to break ground on the first day of Spring, the AP reports, “The White House is getting a new garden. First lady Michelle Obama is scheduled to break ground Friday on a new garden near the fountain on the South Lawn…” Michelle Obama envisions the organic garden on the White House lawn as a means of educating children and communities about healthful eating and… Read More
Packing Local Lunches 101 By CISA Packing your child’s lunch every day can be a challenge. Below are some tips for cutting down on costs, time, and energy you put into your child’s brown bagged lunch-and adding some locally grown goods! Most importantly, keep it simple. Making lunch for your child doesn’t have to be a struggle or a competitive sport. Just be sure you’re including a good variety: a fruit, a… Read More
What’s For Lunch? By CISA As students of all ages go back to school this month, they all have one thing in common-school lunch. Not all school lunches are created equal, and some have come a long way from the days of mystery meat. As Local Hero members, several local schools and colleges are making great efforts to be sure that their students are eating healthier meals made with locally grown produce…. Read More
LOCAL FOOD BRINGS FAMILIES TOGETHER Last year my family went to the Greenfield Free Harvest Supper and had a wonderful time! This annual dinner is a community celebration of local agriculture where families and friends gather to share a delicious locally grown/produced meal. Last year the community atmosphere was rich as folks gathered together to share and celebrate. They served local produce from farms all around Western Massachusetts; Cape Cod salt from… Read More
Restaurants Serve Up Local Fare This Month By CISA On Thursday August, 21st, talented area chefs will celebrate locally grown foods during the 5th annual Local Hero Restaurant Celebration organized by CISA. Participating restaurants will showcase dishes featuring locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses. Show your support for local agriculture and good food by dining out at one of the 34 Local Hero restaurants on August 21st. A sampling of the… Read More
Attention All Locavores By CISA How local can you go? Starting August 15th, Northampton’s River Valley Market will be hosting a month-long “Eat Local America” challenge, along with seventy other co-ops accross the country, to encourage community members to utilize more local foods in their diet. The local food celebration will feature sales on local products, recipe cards, and cooking demos throughout the challenge. The Co-op will be featuring local foods beyond… Read More
Local Farmer’s Markets are in full swing! Take the family – there’s a lot kids can learn at farmer’s markets, and a lot of local, good food choices to bring home for your family dinner.
Summertime and the Porkchops are Grilling . . . BY HF Contributing Writer, Nan Parati Ice cream man! Ice cream man! Ice cream man’s gonna be at Elmer’s this Friday night! After dinner you can go outside (if you’re not already sitting outside) and get ice cream for dessert! He’ll be in his big truck! But you have to eat all your dinner first! Friday Night Menu (06/06/08): Here’s what we’re having… Read More
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