The Weblog
The local foods movement is alive and well in Champaign County! Here are some updates on other projects while we finalize our virtual market:
Local Producers Map:
Our local producers map is ready for publication and you will soon be able to find it on gochampaign.com. Copies will be distributed around the community, in the local telephone book, and other “hangouts”. The guide lists the location and contact information for nearly 50 local producers within our county. The map was a project of the Local Food Council and printed with the help of some local sponsors including the Monument Square District, Champaign Bank, the Community Improvement Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce, the Farm Bureau and others. It is a great start to finding a local source for Champaign County’s finest!
Down On The Corner
You don’t need a penny, just to hang around
But if you’ve got a nickel, won’t you lay your money down
Over on the corner, there’s a happy noise
People come from all around to watch the magic boy
Down on the corner
Out in the street
Willy and the Poor Boys are playin’
Bring a nickel, tap your feet…
(Creedence Clearwater Revival)
As I was making my coffee, this morning, I decided it was a good day to listen to a little CCR, as I started the day, looking at the sunshine, sipping coffee, and getting ready to head back to the kitchen to bake the morning away.
I wanted to write a bit, this morning, to thank you, all, for the love, each and every week. This morning, I looked at the orders, and you guys are doing it, again!!
We have another week of the lovely asparagus, but it is limited, so get your orders in. Obviously, this weather, is not helping Harrigan’s Harvest with her production. So, each week, we are so thankful for any that she has to give us!
Also, I wanted to give a big Thank You to Old Souls Farm for coming up with yet another great product! If you missed it, they added individual salads, making it even easier to take your salad on the go!
Enjoy your day, lovely customers, and we look forward to seeing you, once again, at the market pick up on Thursday/Friday!
XOXO,
Cosmic Pam