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Brrrr! Winter greetings from high on the hill! Stay warm friends, enjoy that hot tea and toasty fire.
As we welcome the new year at D Acres, we are excited to offer diverse programs for the entire family. January and February provide opportunity to highlight the four season trail system and engage the natural world. From hosting Kid's Days and a Herbal Cold and Flu Workshop
to the regular monthly community food events, D Acres continues to provide the public with a well
-rounded schedule of events.
This time of year, on the quiet hillside of Dorchester
, NH brings about planning and renewed vigor
for the possibilities ahead.
Eager to build on 2015, D Acres is excited to plan 2016. To enhance and refine our community outreach into the future we are seeking public input. We need you to help us plan our programs and events. Please
click here to participate in the survey -- or visit our home page
www.dacres.org and contact us directly at 603-786-2366.
We hope to see you soon, her
e on the farm! There are so many opportunities (and we're always open to the public!)
Thank you for your part in this collaborative adventure.
Josh, Bree, Sonia, Josh Z & Mittens!
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What's Happened?
We've ended the year on a very strong note.
D Acres has been awarded grants from The NH Charitable Foundation and the Getz Charitable Trust, Citizens Bank, N.A. Trustee for building
"Farm Based Eco-Literacy with Hand-on Youth Education" programming. The organization is pleased to announce the recent development of the youth programming with
Canaan Elementary School. Our staff liaison will provide Canaan
Elementary with guidance and expertise in developing a
school garden.
Sara Hage, local artist presented successful holiday workshops, and will be back in January and February to keep those creative juices flowing.
Naturalist at Large Becky Brown, a PSU graduate has agreed to join D Acres in youth outdoor activities as well.
Over the course of 2015, D Acres has continued to refine the onsite trail system for public recreational use. Throughout the winter season, the five plus miles of trails are maintained to allow
walking, snowshoeing and cross country ski access in a natural setting. The trails
' rigor range from simple one mile hikes to more extensive intermediate three mile journeys in the northern forest. Hoping to entice the public to get out on the trails, D Acres has partnered with Plymouth Ski and Sport to offer a discounted rate on cross country ski rentals. There is also a limited supply of snowshoes for rent onsite.
Want to know more? Stop by, get involved. Join us for a delightful food event. See you soon!
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Josh Speaks...
at NOFA-Mass Winter Conference
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at the Seacoast NH Permaculture
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Save a bit of money, and place your order for Fedco Trees and Seeds with us!
Deadline is January 15
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Empowering alternative purchasing of groceries rather than weekly trips to the grocery store supports the philosophy of using less time, energy and gas to provide food for our families.
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Every six to eight weeks, D Acres places a bulk grain order through Morrison Feeds in Vermont, purchase one bag or many, feeding your livestock quality grain that's milled in Vermont reflects another important aspect of lifestyle that is sustainable.
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"Why go to D Acres?" you ask.
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"Because, we have delicious monthly
D Acres values the sense of community that regular monthly food events provide. Each one offers the general public an opportunity to experience fellowship and food.
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)
See you on January 3rd & February 7th
Family Pizza & a Movie Night
Every SECOND
(except for February 2016) Friday of the month, It's time for
Family Pizza & a Movie Night!
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.
Pizza 6:00 pm, Film 7:00 pm
$5-15 suggested donation
See you January 8th & DATE CHANGE: February 19th
Here are the Feature Films
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Potluck & Open Mic Night!
More
family fun at the LAST Friday
Potluck & Open Mic Night! 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 the family, and bring some fun!
Potluck 6:00 pm, Open Mic 7 pm
Free and open to all!
January 29th & February 26th
Once upon a moonlit night...
Once a month hit the woods on the eve of the full moon and get in touch with nature! We'll take a stroll through our trails and fields, enjoying the night sky.
Starts at 7pm. Please advise if you plan on attending.
January 24th & February 22
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... "and family fun opportunities!"
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All of these workshops require advanced registration, with a suggested donation of $5 - $10 per participant. These and other youth based programming are made possible through a grant from the NH Charitable Foundation for building farm-based eco-literacy with hands-on youth education programming.
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January 10, 1-3 p.m. create a wall hanging made of up-cycled fabric and other materials.
Participants should bring three to five items to personalize their work.
with Sara Hage instructor
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January 18, 1-3 pm
Join Becky Brown to learn how to use compasses, read maps and navigate! Compass reading games and a Scavenger hunt included. (indoor or outdoor).
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January 25, 1-3 pm
Join Becky Brown and make bird feeders, learn about adaptations, go bird watching, make your own bird sculpture!
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Make delightful heart shaped herb satchels using upcycled materials and local herbs! with Instructor Sara Hage.
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Kid's Night Out! Astronomy.
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Learn about Astronomy, and how to identify Winter constellations. Includes sensory awareness and night animal adaptation games and activities. With Instructor Becky Brown
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We are a community supported organization!
We appreciate every one of our participants, volunteers, funders, supporters, partners and donors!
Thank you.
Join us for
Volunteer Day!
Every LAST Saturday of the month from 10-4 p.m. as
we work together on various farm projects.
Trail work, harvesting, repairs, firewood processing, tea making, making potting soil are examples of what your hands will be doing! Please give us a call and lettuce know you are coming! We'll feed you a wonderful lunch, and we are all GREAT company!!
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Local Community ~ Events ~ Links
SAVE THE DATE! NH Permaculture Day is August 20, 2016
Orchard Hill Farm ~
121 Old Settlers Rd, Alstead, NH 03602
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Wentworth Square Dancing
When: Fri, Nov 6 & Dec 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.
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Celebrate Creativity at Artistic Roots
Click here for more info on classes and members!
SAVE THE DATE!!
The Souper Bowl is February 6 at the Plymouth Senior Center
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* G.A.L.A. ~ Global Awareness, Local Action
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About the People of D Acres!
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Josh, Bree, Isla, Sawyer & Josh Z in the house!
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"This has been a great place to work and be, all of the people here are awesomely positive, the organization has absolutely wonderful vision, the work is fulfilling and the rewards are bountiful. If you are looking for a life-changing and life-enriching experience, you will definitely find it here!" ~ Sonia, Admin & Fun-Raiser 2015
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