Monday, June 17, 2013
Sustainable Braintree's farmers market is at Braintree Town Hall each Saturday this season from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
UPDATE: In a follow-up interview, Donna Ingemanson of the Braintree Farmers Market said that she does not understand why Taber posted the notice on her website, because the non-profit communicated with her prior to the season and said she could be a vendor in Braintree without accepting EBT. "I am completely in disbelief that she would do that," Ingemanson said. Ingemanson said that the farmers market started accepting EBT through a US Department of Agriculture program last season and that the market does not decide what products can be purchased through EBT. She also noted that just 3 percent of sales through the market's token program were through EBT last year. The Braintree Farmers Market does not take a position on EBT use in general…
Monday, June 10, 2013
The market, run by Sustainable Braintree, is held weekly at Town Hall through October.
The Braintree Farmers Market will open its 2013 season this Saturday, June 15 and run through October before opening again for a November market inside Town Hall. The market, run by Sustainable Braintree, operates in the parking lot outside Town Hall each Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. unless there is severe weather, in which case it moves inside. Look for a wide variety of local farms and foods including freshly picked produce, baked goods, honey, eggs, meats, cheeses, sauces, vinegars, oils, soaps, preserves, wines, pasta, prepared foods, ice cream, granola, coffees, teas, Vermont maple syrup, body products, chocolate and more. The market prides itself in being a one-stop shopping experience for local foods, Sustainable Braintree …
Thursday, May 16, 2013
The Braintree Farmers Market runs each Saturday, June through October and Nov. 23, 2013.
Two vineyards received seasonal licenses this week to sell wine at the Braintree Farmers Market that begins June 15. The Board of License Commissioners approved the permits for Coastal Vineyards of Dartmouth and Turtle Creek Winery of Lincoln, both of which held licenses last season as well. They are permitted to sell but not sample wine at Sustainable Braintree's weekly farmers market, running from June through October. The board members present on Tuesday – Joe Powers, Russell Jenkins and Marybeth McGrath – voted unanimously in favor and without extensive discussion. Both vineyards operated during the 2011 market season for the first time, following a law passed by the state legislature in 2010 aimed at boosting Massachusetts agriculture…
Friday, April 5, 2013
Despite the poor weather this winter, the farmers market is on track to open in June.
From the Facebook page of Sustainable Braintree. For more information, go to https://www.facebook.com/notes/braintree-farmers-market or www.sustainablebraintree.org. The Braintree Farmers Market is a vibrant and successful market celebrating it's 5th season and is now looking to add high quality vendors that would fit with our dynamic roster of farmers & vendors. The market is a standout event every week and enthusiastically supported by our customers. Specially promoted featured events such as the Strawberry Festival, Clam & Lobster Feast, Make a Difference Day, and the celebrated indoor Thanksgiving Farmers Market are just a few of the attractions that makes are market unique and appealing to our customers. The diversity of our …
Monday, April 1, 2013
During the presentation on April 1, Mr. Rucinski will talk about how human activity is causing climate change and what needs to be done to stop it.
On Monday April 1, 2013 at 7pm at the Thayer Public Library, Sustainable Braintree’s Energy Task Force will host a presentation by Gary Rucinski, of the Citizens Climate Lobby, a non-profit group whose mission is ‘to create the political will for a stable climate’. Doubt among the general public over the existence human-caused global warming seems to be finally on the decline. The disinformation and denial that arose in 2008 and 2009, funded in part by the fossil fuel industry is waning in substance and fervor. More and more people are coming to the realization that the human species is indeed having an effect on our planet Earth. As good as all of this is, unfortunately, it is taking actual climate change to convince people of its …
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Despite the poor weather this winter, the farmers market is on track to open in June.
Sustainable Braintree has set the dates for the 2013 season of the Braintree Farmers Market at Town Hall. Rain or shine, the market will open on Saturday, June 15 and run every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 26. There will then be a special indoor market on Saturday, Nov. 23. "Featuring locally grown and produced fruits, vegetables, hormone & antibiotic-free meats, seafood, prepared foods, flowers, plants, preserves, creative cookies, spa products, gourmet cupcakes, fresh eggs, award-winning pies, honey, breads, nuts and nut butters, granola, cheeses, handmade pastas, sauces, cranberries, fair-trade coffees, teas, chocolates, and much more." More at www.sustainablebraintree.org and the blog http://braintreefarmersmarket.…
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
The gala in March helps fund Sustainable Braintree's various community initiatives.
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Wednesday, February 13
Sustainable Braintree’s Fifth Green Gala Celebration and Fundraiser will be held on March 2, 2013. The Green Gala will be held at the Cahill Auditorium in Braintree Town Hall and will feature a buffet dinner catered by Anthony Columbus, music by the Renato Malavasi Quartet, dancing, and fabulous door prizes. In addition, the comedy of Paul D’Angelo will be featured this year. It is sure to be an elegant evening full of fun and entertainment. This event is the major fundraiser for Sustainable Braintree. Sustainable Braintree utilizes fundraising proceeds to support the organization’s on-going initiatives, including student scholarships, teacher grants, the Braintree Farmer’s Market, Community Garden, Energy and Recycling programs, and …
Friday, November 16, 2012
The market, run by Sustainable Braintree, is held weekly at Town Hall through October and on Nov. 17, 2012.
Below are highlights for the Braintree Farmers Market on Nov. 17 at Town Hall, provided by Sustainable Braintree. The market runs weekly from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October and for a special indoor event on Nov. 17. ***** ***** ***** All of our vendors, farmers, local craft and fair trade vendors and a new gourmet doggie treats vendor, will be on hand to send off the 2012 season in grand style. Candis Stout and Friends will be performing music from the Great American Songbook, or as some call it-"jazz standards". Bring your friends and family to bid a fond "farewell" to the market until next year. Purchase locally grown and made provisions for your upcoming holiday feasts. Vendors will also have items for gift giving. …
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Monday, November 12, 2012
The market, run by Sustainable Braintree, is held weekly at Town Hall through October and inside Town Hall on Nov. 17, 2012.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
The Braintree Thanksgiving Farmers Market, hosted by Sustainable Braintree, is being held on November 17th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., inside and in front of the Braintree Town Hall, One JFK Memorial Drive, Braintree, MA. Celebrate the end of the 2012 farmers market season with a full harvest for your holiday table. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, many choices of local wines, fresh seafood, hormone & antibiotic free meats, local cheeses, honey, handmade pasta, eggs, artisan sauces, fresh pressed apple cider, preserves made from local fruits, award winning pies, scones, fresh baked breads, delicious prepared foods, several varieties of freshly-made hummus, gluten-free baked goods, all-natural spa products, plants & flowers, phenomenally …
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Visit sustainablebraintree.org to learn about Sustainable Braintree.
Sustainable Braintree’s community meeting will be held on November 15, 2012 at 7 p.m. at Cahill Auditorium in Braintree Town Hall. This meeting is open to the general public. Our featured speaker will be Bonnie Kavanagh, a second generation nurse and herbalist. Bonnie’s presentation is entitled Chocolate "Food of the Gods and Goddesses." Join Bonnie as she explores the history and medicinal benefits of chocolate. For centuries chocolate has been coveted and craved by many and this informational lecture will leave those in attendance feeling good about indulging in this wonderful, sweet treat. The historical uses of chocolate are now being validated by scientific research and Bonnie will share some of this information for those in …
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5:02 pm on Monday, June 17, 2013
Pretty stupid move Andrea. We won't miss you. I'm on SNAP for now, taxpayers' money? I paid into the system for decades, so I've paid in hundreds more times than I'll use. Good luck when you need some assistance when you're in need Andrea. more ›