Squash at the Farm Stand

September 30, 2022

Pumpkin harvest at the Farm School

Happy Trails to a Wonderful Tractor

BFS said goodbye to its resident Allis-Chalmers tractor. Six years ago, BFS original farmer Milos bought the tractor at the former Johannis Farm in Barrington to plow overgrown fields at BFS. Our regenerative farming practices reduced the need for the sturdy tractor, and on Friday it moved to its new home at Gather Farm in Johnston. Thank you, Milos, for restoring and bringing this historic tractor to BFS.

Last run of the tractor at BFS

St. Luke's Middle School at BFS

St. Luke's School at BFS

This week, volunteers from St. Luke's middle school joined BFS for a morning of service. Volunteers planted radishes and spread compost. The St. Luke's group did some excellent work and we hope to have them back soon.

Harvest Club

Join us Fridays from 4-6 p.m. for Harvest Club. As the seasons change, we have lots of fall produce to bring in, and we can't wait to join you in the rows and at the washing station each week.

Autumn flower harvest

BFS Pumpkin Harvest

Squash at the Farm Stand

It's squash and pumpkin season! Last week, volunteers carried out a super successful pumpkin harvest, and this week, we have lots of squash headed to the farm stand. BFS's farm stand is open Saturdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.- noon. The produce is all organically farmed, and we hope you'll stop by to pick up some seasonal vegetables.

Community Compost Program

Want to know more about what our Compost Crew is up to? Find updates and important information HERE.

Volunteer Hours This Week

Remember to bring water bottles, hats, sunscreen, and bug spray!

Sat. October 1, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Harvesting, washing and stocking the farm stand.

Sun. October 2, 9 a.m. Compost mixing and projects.

Tues. October 4, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Crop projects.

Weds. October 5, 3:15 p.m. Compost mixing and field prep. Boots are recommended.

All welcome. No experience necessary. Ideal for community service hours and projects.

Questions?

Friday Night harvest at BFS

Donations to Tap-In

This week, in partnership with Tap-In, BFS donated several pounds of fresh produce. Weekly donations will continue throughout harvest season.

This week's photos were taken by Gail Read, Tim Faulkner and Jessalyn Link. Thank you for these wonderful photos!

Barrington Farm School is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to grow food, inspire learning, build community, and foster connection to the land, with the support of dedicated volunteers. We invite and welcome you to visit, participate in, and enjoy this historic farm.

www.BarringtonFarmSchool.org | BarringtonFarmSchool@gmail.com