Griffin Hospital in Derby to host talk on harvesting produce from community garden

DERBY - The Griffin Community Garden at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., is helping individuals learn to grow healthy fruits and vegetables with a free presentation on harvesting produce Aug. 13 at 5 p.m.

Master Gardener Robin Michalak will lead “Harvesting Your Abundant Produce,” a free discussion about when and how to harvest produce, how to know they are ready to harvest, how to remove vegetables from plants, and safe handling practices.

Registration is required for this free event. Visit www.griffinhealth.org/harvesting-produce to sign up or for more information.

Opened in 2018, the Griffin Community Garden is designed to engage its neighbors to actively participate in selecting, planting, maintaining, harvesting, and preserving fresh, nutritious produce. 

The garden is part of Griffin's commitment to its Planetree patient-centered care which stresses the importance of nutrition for overall health and well-being, and to help alleviate one of the biggest social obstacles to good health.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin Hospital in Derby to host presentation by master gardener

DERBY - The Griffin Community Garden at Griffin Hospital is helping individuals learn to grow healthy fruits and vegetables with a free presentation on garden insects at 5 p.m. July 30.

This “Good Bug, Bad Bug” presentation will feature Master Gardener Robin Michalak discussing how to identify beneficial insects vs. insects that are pests and how to incorporate integrated pest management applications to prevent infestations. 

The event is part of the Garden’s Know to Grow Series, which aims to teach the Griffin Health community how to start gardens and to promote the health benefits of eating fresh fruits and vegetables.

Registration is required for this free event. Visit www.griffinhealth.org/good-bug-bad-bug to sign up or for more information.

Opened in 2018, the Griffin Community Garden is designed to engage its neighbors to actively participate in selecting, planting, maintaining, harvesting, and preserving fresh, nutritious produce. 

The garden is part of Griffin's commitment to its Planetree patient-centered care which stresses the importance of nutrition for overall health and well-being, and to help alleviate one of the biggest social obstacles to good health.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Farmer's Market to return to Ansonia Friday

ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti today announced the return of the Farmer’s Market this Friday, June 13 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. It will run through Nov. 21, rain or shine.

Please come on down for some of Gazy Brothers delicious fruits and vegetables and Amski's Delights jams and jellies and more!

Valley residents urged to take part in community gardening

 

Recuperation journey: Summer harvest

 I visited the weekly Farm Market in downtown Ansonia today and found some pretty colors provided by Gazy Brothers Farm in Oxford.

The market runs from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays on West Main Street. 

It also features homemade jams and pies from Amski's Delights of Ansonia, and breads and fresh mozzarella from Beldotti Bakery in Stamford.

Check out the market next Friday. You won't be disappointed!

Farmer's Market slated Friday in downtown Ansonia

*The market runs from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Farmer's market will be open today in downtown Ansonia

Sharing from the City of Ansonia Facebook page:

"Managed by Gazy Farm of Oxford, the market includes fresh area farm vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, and more. 
"Located on Main St in the park directly across from Doyle Senior Center, the market will be here each Friday at same time and place through early September. See you there!"

Derby Green Farmers' Market to open June 18

This photo was taken last July at the Derby Green Farmers' Market.

DERBY - The second year of the Derby Green Farmers’ Market will begin June 18. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

The market offers fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables, and plants, as well as honey, eggs, and baked goods. 

A free, healthy-themed presentation will be held weekly during the market. 

The first presentation will be a yoga demonstration and class. 

Call Micki at 203-231-4034 for more information or if interested in being a vendor, or email derbygreenmarket@outlook.com.


This information is shared from an online community calendar sponsored by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and The New Haven Independent. 

DEEP to host chef's talk at Kellogg Center in Derby

DERBY - Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will host “Harvesting Flavors” a program presented by Jim Calkins, Executive Chef/Owner of Seasonal Catering, 101 Elizabeth St.

Kellogg Environmental Center (DEEP photo)

The program will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave.  
Calkins is an experienced chef working with local flavors and foods to create seasonal offerings.  

Calkins’ program is a follow-up to a presentation he gave earlier this spring on planning your garden for herbs and flowers that boost flavor and culinary skills.
  
This program will highlight the methods of harvest, preservation and use of common herbs, flowers and plants for teas, herbal enhancement of food, spices and rubs. All participants will enjoy this unique session – previous participation is not required. 

Many of the plants spotlighted are common to your garden or farmers’ markets and participants will learn what flavors a garden can provide for this season and next.  
The herbs and flowers found in gardens have uses that go beyond what is commonly thought.  

Guests will taste dishes that use the common herbs of gardens and learn the steps from harvest to preservation for herbs, flowers and fruits.  
Drying and fresh materials will be provided for participants to have hands-on experience and to take home and try some new flavors.

    

The fee for the two hour workshop is $10 per person to cover costs of food, plant material and beverages which will be provided by Calkins through Seasonal Catering. 
This workshop is designed for adults or older children.  
Space is limited and registration is required to attend and participate.  

For further information, directions or to register call 203-734-2513 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday or email donna.kingston@ct.gov.


This is a press release from DEEP.