D Acres of NH
Permaculture Farm & Educational Homestead
603-786-2366 ~ [email protected]
September & October 2015 Newsletter
We are a Community Supported Organization
We appreciate every one of our participants, volunteers, supporters, partners and donors!
Thank you.


D Acres & Connecting for Change
 
On October 24th
at the annual
Connecting for Change a Bioneers Resilient Communities Network Event
Josh talks about  "Farming is the Answer - A Community-Scale Permaculture Farm"
Around the Farm Videos!
The Garden of Abundance...Ready, Set, HARVEST!
The Garden of Abundance...
Ready, Set, HARVEST!

Monthly Food Co-Op Order

Cooperative buying saves time and resources. 

We order directly from Associated Buyers and UNFI

September Order Deadline
Thursday, Sept. 3rd
Ready for pick up
Tuesday, Sept. 8th

October Order Deadline
Thursday, October 1st
Ready for pick up
Tuesday, October 6th

November Order Deadline
Thursday, November 5th
Ready for pick up
Tuesday, November 10th

email us with any questions, or to place an order! [email protected]
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3. Tastes Fantastic!
Fire Cider!  
A traditional recipe known for it's health benefits, Fire Cider is infused with powerful immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, decongestant, and spicey circulatory movers that is so simple to make!
Click the image above for the recipe!
Glorious Harvest Greetings!
  

The colors are coming (have you noticed the first reds popping out?), Fall is fast approaching. As we enjoy these last few weeks of summer, we are working hard at harvesting the bounty of fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs! Preservation is underway, and we are stocking the pantry cupboards with a wide array of sauces, pickles, herbs and cider!

Nancy Phillips Weekend
Herbal Workshop
Getting Painty
Harvest Halloween 5K
Yoga *  Barn Dance
Porcine-fest 
are just a few things to look forward to!

As always, D Acres is free to visit and open to the public. The fall colors are beautiful! Most events are free or by donation, feel free to bring the whole family.  

Come for a visit, you'll be glad you did! 

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What's Happened?
We welcome new board member Sarah Dunham-Miltios, we are truly blessed to have her on our board sharing her knowledge and experience! 

The Downtown Plymouth Block Party was a great success! We sold out and donated hundreds of dollars to the areas "Got Lunch" Programs. 

These next two months are filled with a great variety of events for all ages.  We look forward to seeing you at the farm!

Thanks for your part in this collaborative adventure,

Josh, Bree, Sonia, Root,  James, Adam, Oliver, Josh Z., Gabby and  Mittens
Upcoming Events!



 
Nose to Tail Porcine Tasting Event 
Save the date! November 8th for a celebration of whole-animal cookery! From the nose to the tail, an entire pig can be used for food. We will be using traditional recipes to make splendid sausages, salami, pate, and more. All are welcome to join in the festivities of tasting our cookery creations. Entry to the tasting event is sliding scale donation of $5-25 per person. You will be able to enjoy appetizer size plates of porcine delights, local cheeses, and homemade breads. 
Monthly Happenings
* Farm Feast Breakfast
Every first Sunday of the month, we host an
"All-You-Should-Eat! " farm breakfast, serving local eggs cooked to order, D Acres' pork and potatoes, fresh sautéed greens from our gardens, and organic pancakes served with local maple syrup from Brox Farm. Enjoy the breakfast with friends and family, then stick around for a full farm tour at 1 pm. 
Breakfast served 10 am-1 pm, Farm Tour 1 pm
$10 Suggested Donation (sliding scale of $5-$15)
September 6 & October 4


* New for Fall *
Join the local running club for a B RUNCH at 10 a.m.
$10 per person ($5 for kids 6 and under)
run the D Acres Trails, then join us for the delicious Farm Feast Breakfast!


* Family Pizza & a Movie Night

Every SECOND Friday of the month!
We host an "All-You-Should-Eat" buffet style delicious selection of pizza topped with only the best farm fresh toppings, including fresh mozzarella cheese from Bunten Farm in Orford, NH. After a full belly of pizza, relax and enjoy a thought-provoking film.  
We will also feature an engaging kids movie. Join us for a great family night out opportunity! 


Pizza 6:30 pm, Film 7:30 pm 
$5-15 suggested donation

 September 11th - "Bag It" 
"Legend of the Guardians" for the kids!

Bag It- Official Trailer
Bag It- Official Trailer

October 9th "Finding Happiness"

"The Velveteen Rabbit" for the kids!
 
 

Finding Happiness - A Communities Movie
Finding Happiness - Official Trailer

* Community Potluck & Open Mic
Every last Friday of the month, we host some of the best local entertainment in the area. Join us for a potluck feast, and stay for music, poetry reading, joke-telling, and more! Bring a dish, bring a friend, and bring some fun!


Potluck 6:30 pm, Open Mic 8 pm
Free and open to all!
September 25 & October 30

* Full Moon Hike
Once a month hit the woods and get in touch with nature! Starts at 7pm. Please advise if you plan on attending.
September 27th & October 27th

Strengthening Community Support & Participation

Join  us for  Volunteer Day! Every last Saturday of the month  we work together on various farm projects.

Trail work, harvesting, repairs, firewood processing, tea making, soil stirring are examples of what your hands will be doing!
 
 A great way to get involved!

Saturday, September 26th
& October 31st 10-4 pm

A delicious homemade lunch is included.
Contact us to participate.
D Acres' Workshops
A fun opportunity for families to enjoy the farm together! Please call ahead to participate, suggested $5 donation per child for activities. These activities are designed for adult participation along with the child. This program is made possible in part by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.

Get Painty with Stacey!
Saturday, September 26th & Sunday, October 25th
1-3 pm Ages: 6-106
Limit of 15 participants, please register by email or call 603-786-2366.
 Join Stacey (aka: Veggie Art Girl) in simple step-by-step instruction to create a wonder in color, made with repurposed and upcycled materials, it's something different every time! 

Yoga at the Farm
Join Beth Musto on Sundays at 9 am to practice Hatha yoga. Only $8 per person

Halloween Harvest Haunt Fest 5K
On October 24th at 2 p.m.
$5 for the 5K & $2 for the 2K
Free to participate in the games and fun!
Join us for a Silly Scare 2k for the young ones and a Seriously Scary 5K for the older group!
Everyone is welcome to join in!
Fun includes: Games, bobbing for apples, face painting and other spooktacular activities!
 Call or Text Keri for more details 603-244-8705 
Local Community ~ Events ~ Links
* 1st Friday Square Dancing Starts Tonight! 
When: Fri, September 4, 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Where: Old Wentworth Town Hall, 10 East Side Road, Wentworth, NH 03282
Description:  Square Dancing is held at the old Town Hall, located directly across the street from the Historical Society at 10 East Side Road. Square Dancing is held every 1st Friday of each month between September and June from 8 pm - 10:30 pm.

* Plymouth Outdoor Farmers' Market
The last Farmers Market is October 15!  More info here!

* See you at the Fair! 

* Celebrate Creativity at Artistic Roots
Click here for more info on classes & members!

* G.A.L.A. ~ Global Awareness, Local Action

* Welcome to our town!
Check out the selectboard - meeting bi-weekly!

The Community-Scale Permaculture Farm

Community-Scale Permaculture Farm
"Josh Trought shows how society can be brought together in harmonious fashion with ecological systems to produce healthy food, close-knit communities, land stewardship, and beauty in a sustainable way. What I love most about the D Acres model is that from the start, their intent was to experiment AND share the learning. That's exactly what this book does, describing the philosophical and historical roots of collective living and permaculture, as well as the day-to-day work of growing and building, all with clear and compelling storytelling. Nothing short of miraculous!" - Tim Traver, author of Sippewissett 

 


The author's proceeds from sales of this book will be directed to support the ongoing educational programs
and events at D Acres. 

The best way to support the D Acres project is to purchase
the book at the farm or on our website.

You can also find it at Artistic Roots on our publishers Chelsea Green's website, Amazon and more! 

Wanna help get the word out? Ask for it at your local library or post a review on Amazon. 
About the People of D Acres!

The "End of Summer" Crew: Root, Chloe, Jon, Mike, Erica, Lindsay, Sonia, Hosh, Gavi, Jamie, Gabby and James! (not shown: Bree & Mittens)

Join us in a fond farewell to 
Gavi, Lindsay, Jamie, Jon,  Chloe, Michael, & Erica!  They were a fantastic crew to work with, and will be missed! 

And Welcoming... Adam, Oliver and Josh Z
to the Autumn Crew!


Announcing
Our Summer Kitchen Manager is getting ready to travel on, know of anyone interested in living the good life? Click here for more information!

Join Us!
  We are welcoming Resident applications for the harvest season! Want to have a place to rest your head, and fill your belly? Spend the seasons here on the farm, learn valuable skills, meet wonderful people, and find joy in the work you do! Click Here to Apply!