Carnegie Hill / Yorkville CSA

CSA in NYC Conference

Steven — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:24:43 +0000

Just Food's 10th Annual CSA in NYC Conference
Sunday, February 28, 2010
8:30AM to 6:00PM
Teachers College, Columbia University

Join Just Food at its 10th Annual CSA in NYC Conference to celebrate the growth of CSA in New York City from one CSA in 1995 to 100 in 2010. The day will bring together more than 300 CSA members, farmers, food activists, and people interested in local food for a day of workshops and conversation.

Farmer Panel:
The afternoon farm panel will provide attendees the opportunity to ask CSA farmers questions about regional agriculture and to get their perspectives on CSA. Joining us this year will be:

- Galen and Schuyler Ballantine of The Ant Hill Farm
- Deborah Kavakos of Stoneledge Farm
- Fred Lee of Sang Lee Farms.

EXPO and Reception:
The conference will conclude with a reception and expo, featuring New York City's best purveyors of local food and drinks.

For conference updates, please check www.justfood.org periodically.

Ticket Information
$15       Student/Fixed Income
$25       Basic Rate
$35       Supporter
$50       Supporter Plus
$100    Super Supporter

Visit NYCharities.org to purchase tickets.

Yorkville Half Share Partner Finder

Steven — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:19:16 +0000

Due to an unfortunate glitch, too many half shares were sold for the Yorkville site. If you have signed up for half share and would like to alternate weeks with a partner, please post up a comment here. Alternating weeks means you would pick up a full share every other week instead of picking up a half share every week.

One full share is cheaper than two half shares. Anyone who currently has a half share and agrees to alternate weeks with a partner will get a $37.50 refund.

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House CSA Half-Share Partner Finder

Jenny Lue — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 16:31:47 +0000

If you are signing up for the Lenox Hill Neighborhood House CSA for the 2010 season and need a partner to split a full vegetable or fruit share, please post your contact information in the comments section and that way you can contact each other directly!

January Recycling Events

Steven — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:58:01 +0000

Now that Santa has upgraded gadgets all over the city, make sure to dispose of your old items reponsibly. Several events are planned around the city to collect unwanted electronics and mulch trees. Please note that one of the recycling events will be at the Lenox Neighborhood House on E 70th on January 10.

Electronics Recycling
The Lower East Side Ecology Center will host five e-waste collections in January. Don't miss your chance to keep old monitors, TVs, game consoles and more out of the landfill!

Sunday, January 3, 10am-4pm + Union Square (17th St. and Broadway)
Saturday, January 9, 10am-4pm + Riverside Drive at Dyckman St.
*** Sunday, January 10, 10am-4pm + 331 East 70th St. (b/t 1st and 2nd)
Saturday, January 16, 10am-4pm + Tekserve, 119 W 23rd St.
Sunday, January 17, 10am-4pm + Prospect Park West and 3rd St, Brooklyn

Visit www.lesecologycenter.org for more info.

Recycle Your Tree at MulchFest
Saturday and Sunday, January 9 & 10, 10am-2pm
Carl Shurz Park - East 86th Street and East End Avenue

Holiday trees cleaned of ornaments and lights will be chipped into mulch at sites around the city. Bring your own bag if you would like to take home fresh mulch for your yard, garden or street tree.

East 88th Street 2010 Half Share Partner Finder

Ashley — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:49:31 +0000

If you are signing up for the East 88th Street CSA and looking for a partner with whom to share your half-share, please post in the comments below to contact one another directly. East 88th Street CSA is only able to credit each full share to one person. You will, however, be able to "Add a Share Partner" when you sign up; this post is for you to find your CSA mate.

2010 Season Renewal Period - Yorkville CSA

Steven — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:52:31 +0000

Stoneledge is in its member-renewal period for the 2010 season. For the Yorkville CSA, this period will last until Jan 15. At that time memberships will be opened to the waitlist and shares will sell out very quickly. Visit www.stonelegefarmny.org and follow the links for CSA registration using the username and password previously emailed out. If you are a current member and need the login information, please contact us.

Week 24 - Farmer’s Note

Deb — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:58:36 +0000

Our farm family continues to grow and we are thankful for everyone that has worked with us this past season. The men that work on the farm, Julian, Juan, Geo, Arturo will be leaving on Wednesday to return to their families in Mexico and we thank them for their hard work and dedication to the farm. We look forward to their return next spring.

Enjoy the holidays ahead. We are reminded daily of the wonders that the earth has to offer and we thank you for being part of Stoneledge Farm.

Deborah, Pete, Peter, Jen, Arliss, Juan, Julian, Arturo, Geo

Week 24 - Weekly Share

Deb — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:52:19 +0000

Full Vegetable Share
Keuka Gold Potatoes - 4 pounds

Bolero Carrots - 2 pounds

Red Ace Beets - 2 pounds

Brussels Sprouts - 3 stalks - These are our small but delicious sprouts. Just pop the sprout from the stalk, clean off any old leaves. They are tender and delicious.

Winterbor Kale - 1 bunch

Italian Flat Leaf Parsley - 1 bunch

Celeriac - 1 root

Garlic - 2 heads

Broccoli - 2 each

Romanesco Cauliflower - 1 head - This light green cauliflower has the most amazing shape. The flavor is somewhat like a mix between cauliflower and broccoli

Fruit Share
Mutsu Apples
Fuji Apples
Bosc Pears

Week 24 - Flower Share

Bernadette — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:49:02 +0000

Deco Pepper Bouquet

made with:

Chili Peppers
Tansy
Golden Yarrow
Red Globe Amaranth
Sweet Annie Artemesia

The chilis are edible!

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Notes & Instructions:

Notes:
Our chili peppers were harvested this fall and they are only partially dried therefore we do not suggest leaving them trapped in a bag or box of some kind. We do suggest putting them on display for all to enjoy immediately!

Instructions:
~Upon receiving your bouquet, we suggest that you remove the paper and gently pull the bouquet evenly from each side to loosen and widen it. {We use a lot of plant material to make the bouquet but it is sometimes made more compact by wrapping it. You may take the rubber bands off or leave them in place.}
~Remember: Absolutely no water necessary or recommended!
~Any kind of container will do and don’t be afraid to cut the stems down to fit to your vase or pot.
~Best to display in moderate or low light. {Exposure to a lot of natural light will fade their natural colors..}
~Best to display in moderate temperatures. {Extreme heat or extreme cold will make dried flowers brittle.}
~With proper care this bouquet may last you a year or two!

ENJOY!
Bernadette & Walter

Community Supported Theatre with Stolen Chair

Steven — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:06:54 +0000

CSA member Jon Stancato is the Artistic Director of the Stolen Chair Theatre Company. Now in its eighth year, Stolen Chair is embarking on the first ever Community Supported Theatre project. Following the CSA model, members provide seed money to the company and have access to all stages of the creation of a new production from gestation to premiere performance with various interesting members events along the way. CSA members are eligible for discounts into the program.

To learn more, visit Stolen Chair's CST page.