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November 2014
"Cultivators of the earth are the most valuable citizens. They are the most vigorous, the most independent, the most virtuous, and they are tied to their country and wedded to its liberty and interests by the most lasting bands."
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FRESH.
Megan Van Wagoner: "Comforts of Home" Exhibt
Nov 2, 2014 - Dec 31, 2014
2-4pm
Sponsored by: M-NCPPC
Van Wagoner's sculptural work captures moments in a narrative and expresses them as artifacts. In this series of current works made from steel, cast aluminum, cast iron, blown glass, clay, and other materials, the sculptures in "Comforts of Home" reflect the changing value placed on land, agricultural practices and food in our culture.
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Road
Laurel, MD 20708
Contact: [email protected], 301-377-7800
Farmers Markets - November News & Events
Although the farmers market season is winding down, there are still markets open this month!
Cheverly Farmers Market is hosting two special Holiday markets that will include a wine tasting by Romano Vineyard & Winery:
- Thanksgiving Market: Nov 22, 8am - noon
- Holiday Market: Dec 13, 8 - noon
For more information, visit their website.
Greenbelt Farmers Market is hosting several special events this month on Sundays, 10am - 2pm:
- Chef Demo: Nov 16
- Wine Tastings: Nov 16, Nov 23
- Doctor's Community Hospital: Nov 23 - will educate market goers about healthy eating
- Holiday Market: Dec 7, 10am - 2pm
For more information, visit their website.
Riverdale Park Farmers Market has extended its regular market season through Dec 18! Stay tuned for details about the winter market. Also, they will be hosting their annual Holiday market on Dec 13, 12-8pm.
For more information, visit their website.
Harvest Bounty at St. Thomas Church Holiday Market
Nov 22, 3-7pm
On the Saturday before Thanksgiving Day, join us for a fall market event hosted by St.Thomas Church. Local farmers, gardeners, and craftspeople will have products for sale downstairs, while a pot-luck community celebration takes place upstairs in the church hall. Enjoy a wine tasting with Romano Winery & Vineyard.
Plenty of free parking! Donations welcomed!
For more information, visit their website.
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LOCAL.
Prince George's County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting
Thursday, November 20, 2014: 6:30pm
Baden Volunteer Fire Department
16608 Brandywine Road Brandywine, MD 20613
- 6:30 pm - lite meal
- 7:00 pm Meeting
Not a member... Become a member today! Request your scholarship application today.
PGCFB will be awarding one $2,000, Fred Walzel Agricultural Scholarship (agricultural majors only) and two additional $1,000 scholarships (agricultural majors or non-agricultural majors). Application deadline is January 20, 2015. Awardees will be announced in the winter of 2015.
Any questions contact Jennifer Cross at [email protected] or call 301-579-6552. Find us at http://princegeorges.mdfarmbureau.com/
Crop Hop Bike Ride
320 riders gathered at Nottingham (home of the Patuxent Riverkeepers) on  Food Day, October 25th, to celebrate Prince George's County's farms by bike! Farm stops included Leighton Farm, Bald Eagle Farm, Romano Vineyard & Winery, Sunsplash Farm and P.A. Bowen Farmstead. There were also activities at Mt. Calvert Historical and Archaeological Park and Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary, the destination for the children's Sprout Route. Various partners collaborated to make this event possible including the M-NCPPC, Prince George's County Government, the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission which organizes the ride each year and local sponsors.
For more information about the 2014 Crop Hop, check out a recent article from the The Gazette and a blog post from a local cyclist.
Food Day Symposium
The Bowie State University Natural Sciences Department in Collaboration  with USDA hosted their 4th annual Food Day Symposium on Friday, October 24, 2014 in collaboration with Prince George's Food Equity Council. Food Day is celebrated nationwide, and is the foundation for a movement toward healthier, more affordable, and sustainable food for all. There are critical issues relating to hunger and malnutrition as well in Prince George's county. The event included speakers from various sectors of the food system including Dr. Elizabeth H. Jeffrey who presented her research on how to enhance the anti-cancer efficacy of cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli. UMD Extension, Prince George's County participated with several exhibits including lettuce cup terrariums. The event concluded with breakout groups on Healthy & Hunger Free Youth, Healthy Food for Sale and Farming for Health and live cooking demonstration by BSU Dining Services and Thompson Hospitality.
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FUN.
Nottingham Landing Farm - Fall Fun Fest
Nov 16, 1-7pm
Join Nottingham Landing Farm for hot dogs, drinks, hayrides, pony/horse rides a bonfire and S'mores. It's a great way to meet the horses.
17309 Tanyard Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Romano Vineyard & Winery - Holiday Fun
Upcoming Fall Events:
- Open House: every Saturday, 12 - 5pm through December
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Sip, Snack & Shop - A Holiday Shopping Extravaganza (admission is free, local artisans, door prizes, wine tasting and more): Nov 7, 6-9pm
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Cheverly Thanksgiving Market: Nov 22, 8am - noon
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Harvest Bounty at St. Thomas Church: Nov 22, 3-7pm
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Black Friday Tasting: Nov 28, 1-5pm
Don't forget about Romano's mulled wine. It's a tasty treat you don't want to miss this Holiday season.
For more information, visit their website.
Montpelier Farms Family Farm Park - Holiday Celebration
 December 5th - December 21st
Glide through the woods and cornfields on a peaceful Hayride while enjoying our delightful trimmings, lights and holiday decorations (unlimited rides)! A blazing bonfire to warm your tootsies & footsies for 4 hours! Receive one free steaming cup of hot chocolate, coffee or hot apple cider, as well as a complimentary candy cane! Enjoy a different Holiday Movie Screening each night. Ho, Ho, Ho! Bring your cameras for pictures with "Santa" by the fire! (Santa available Fridays & Saturdays Only) Visit our Market for cookies and goodies, fresh popped kettle corn and other fun treats and sweets for sale!
For more information, visit their website.
Visit the calendar on the Prince George's County Farm Fun website for information about more local farm and food events!
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Alice Ferguson Foundation
Autumn Evening Hayride & Campfire
Nov 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Join AFF on Saturday, November 8 for an evening of fun, family, and friends on the farm when we host a campfire and hayride on the farm grounds. The event is free for members and $5 for non-members. Visit their website for details.
Modern Homesteading Series:
Biodynamic Soils
Nov 9, 1-3:30pm
During the November workshop, participants will learn the basics of biodynamics. Using the herbs and flowers grown on the Ecosystem Farm, workshop attendees will make at least two biodynamic soil "preps," to strengthen the soil in preparation for next season. Visit the website for details.
The Alpaca Yarn & Fiber Shop
at Pax River Alpacas:
Christmas Market & Open House
Dec 6, 10 am - 6 pm
Special deals on award winning alpacas and alpaca breedings. Buy your sweetheart a unique, hand-made alpaca scarf, hat or shawl made from the fiber of animals on our farm. Exquisite alpaca yarns and alpaca blends. Hand-dyed and hand-painted alpaca yarns. Peruvian textiles and jewelry. Unique gift items. Pet the alpacas while you do your holiday shopping. Meet Piper the friendly pig. Knitters/crocheters are welcome to bring a project and stay as long as you wish. Enjoy snacks and meet new friends. Try your luck at our annual yarn raffle. Visit www.paxriveralpacas.com for additional information.
ECO City Farms
Urban Ag Training Series
Offered in partnership with Prince George's County Community College
- Crop Planning & Analysis: Nov 8
More info and how to register.
Sheridan Street Community Garden
Work Day
Nov 15, 9am - 12pm
Help with plot clearing, weeding and composting. Water and snacks will be provided. RSVP Michele Nelson.
6200 Sheridan St
Riverdale, MD 20737
Food Preservation Class
Nov 15, 10-11:30am
Want to learn ways to preserve freshly grown food to enjoy in the winter months? The city of Bowie's Green Team will host tow speakers from the University of Maryland Extension, Donna Koczaja and her husband. They will discuss canning, freezing and drying methods. The event is free. For more information, contact Kristin Larson.
SAVE THE DATE!
Image of Agriculture: Ag Evolution, Food Revolution
Dec 3, 2014
The Symposium topics will focus on the following themes:
- Maryland Agriculture/Precision Agriculture
- Buying and Sourcing Local Foods
- Food Labeling/Genetically Modified Foods
The goal of the Symposium is to inform, educate and promote awareness of agriculture in everyday life. The audience is broadly intended to be a non-agriculture group who is interested in where and how their food is produced. Vist the LEAD MD website for details.
SAVE THE DATE!
Cultivate the Chesapeake Foodshed
Jan 15-17, 2015
The food and farming meeting of the year! Visit Future Harvest's website for details.
SAVE THE DATE!
Beekeeping 101
Jan 24, 2015
Mike Embrey, UME Apiculturist, is offering his beginner beekeeping class
again starting January 24, 2015. Each class is held on Saturday at the
Wye Research and Education Center.
There will be seven classes total,
five in the winter/spring and two in the fall. Stay tuned for details!
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