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Archive for September 21, 2009
Market Notes: Back to School
September 21, 2009 by Debra.
Do you often wonder what to do with all of that beautiful produce from the farmers’ market? Recently, we’ve put together a list of places offering cooking classes — some are close by while others are in neighboring states, however, all are within a days drive from the Seacoast. We’ve included general cooking classes, and also more specialized ones such as baking and cheesemaking. It’s very much a work in progress and, since it’s a Wiki site, you are welcome to add any we may have missed. Below is a small sample of upcoming classes. For the complete list of schools, please check our WIki page.
Preserving the Harvest Kittery Adult Education, Kittery, ME Saturday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m. – 12 noon Course fee: $15, plus material fee “With the rising interest in eating locally, gardening and eating healthy, home grown food, preservation the way your ancestors did it is becoming popular again. When done properly, it can extend your harvest and save money. Most of all, it is rewarding and delicious. If you have tried it before or would like to can for the first time, join this hands-on class to see the water bath canning process from start to finish. We will sample several home-canned goods, and you will be able to take home the results. Seasonal produce will be used. An introduction to pressure canning is also included for those interested parties.” For more information: (207) 439-5896. Menu for the Future Kittery Adult Education, Kittery, ME Tuesdays, Sept. 29 – Nov. 17, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Course fee: $20 for book of readings “This 6-week course sponsored by the Granite Earth Institute, will give you the opportunity to examine the issue of food for your health and for the planet through readings and group discussion. Some topics that will be explored are: how industrialized agriculture has changed what we eat, the global imbalance for healthy food, the local food movement, and options to consider in making personal decisions in the future. For those of you who have recently seen the movie, “Food, Inc.”, this is a great follow-up class.” For more information: (207) 439-5896. Another group is forming in Portsmouth, beginning Oct. 22; if interested, please contact Dianne Woods, 603-868-2962. Mastering Knife Skills Chez Boucher Cooking School, Hampton, NH Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. Course fee: $75 “Proper use, handling and knife safety techniques are critical points to know before you begin in the kitchen yet so many do not even know the proper way to hold a knife. In our hands-on knife skills class you will show you how to handle knives and learn basic cutting techniques including the claw hand and cat’s paw grip. How to walk with a knife in hand, how to pass cutlery to a co-worker, how to wash and care for cutlery and knife sharpening options. We will also cover how to shop for good knives and what knives you should stock in your kitchen.” For more information: www.chezboucher.com.
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September 27 - New Entry Sustainable Farming Project’s 8th Annual Fall Harvest Festival
September 21, 2009 by Sara Zoe.
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project will be holding its annual Fall Harvest Festival on Sunday September 27 from 1-4pm in Dracut, MA:
First, meet immigrant farmers whose experience with New Entry has inspired international initiatives to improve conditions in farmers’ homeland communities. Second, help us inaugurate our new incubator training site, located near the intersection of Route 113 and Jones Ave in Dracut.
This event will also provide the chance to speak with project staff and farmers to learn about our beginning farmer training programs, our efforts to preserve endangered farmland, and to connect folks to farm employment and healthy food. Meet and network with other project supporters who believe in our mission.
The 2009 Fall Harvest Festival will feature three New Entry farmers working to share their knowledge, skills, and assistance to folks in their home countries. Join New Entry and this year’s featured farmers:
Adisson Toussaint (NE’08), Haiti
Nikki Makarutsa (NE’07), Zimbabwe
Note: Nikki was featured on NPR’s Here and Now with Robin Young and on Morning Edition. Listen to the broadcast.
Mr. Visoth Kim (NE’04), Cambodia
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
- Enjoy Live Music by Marie Duprey with Michael Ross and Gail & Allen Wiegner.
- Shop at our Farmers Market!
- Feast on delicious ethnic food sold by local vendors.
- Enjoy Hayrides, games for kids & adults, and visit our Petting Zoo!
Bring a blanket and chairs for enjoying the afternoon of music, food, and fun.
New Entry provides hands on training and technical assistance to a multi-cultural beginning farmer audience, including immigrants and refugees, as they do their part to help sustain Massachusetts agriculture and provide fresh, healthy food to our local communities. To learn more about New Entry, visit their website: www.nesfp.org
Suggested donation, at the door: $ 10
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