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The harvest is in, the snow is imminent, and the farm is welcoming a wind down of a
fantastic growing season to plan and create the 2016 programming. An abundant harvest has been picked, plucked, processed and stored in our root cellar for the upcoming community events, guests and residents through the frozen months. Now that the growing season has ended, the focus on final renovations at the Red House, including a new roof and insulation, has commenced. The artistic side of D Acres will be brought to the forefront through the winter months, forming spoons and bowls in the wood shop.
D Acres focus will now move to future planning to meet the needs of the community. Winter allows for reflection and evaluation of all D Acres many activities. Over the next few weeks, we will be developing a survey to share with all of you! Keep your eyes open, your feedback is very important to us!
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, James, Josh Z & Mittens!
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What's Happened?
Amazing Workshops ~ A Haunted 5K ~ A Barn Dance ~ Herbs for Family Health ~ Fire Cider ~ The beginnings of a mini-home ~ a few goodbyes and a couple hellos! Keep scrolling for the photo gallery of September & October!
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Gift Certificate
to D Acres! Good for merchandise, food, workshops and hostel stays!
The Book
- The Community-Scale Permaculture Farm
by Josh Trought
Leaf Lard
J
ust like grandmas! Great for Pies & Biscuits
Herbal Tea
So many good-for-you herbs from our gardens.
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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 December 6th!
Family Pizza & a Movie Night
Every SECOND 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 Nov. 13 & Dec 11th!
Here are the Feature Films
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November 13th Anonymous People
Kids Film: The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown
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December 11th
True Cost
Kids Film: Flight of the Navigator
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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!
November 27 & December 25th
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.
November 25 & December 25th
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Weekly Yoga with Beth Musto!
Join us in the Red House on Sunday's at 9 a.m. for Hatha Yoga. It's a great way to begin your week!
Only $8 per person
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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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November 27th 1-3 pm
With local artist Sara Hage!
Using natural materials and batik fabric, participants will make ornaments, wreaths and other creative items for gift giving this holiday season.
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A pint size Paint Mixer!
Nov. 29th and Dec. 27th from 1-3 pm
Creativity is encouraged with Stacey Lucas of Fig Tree Art Gallery, as she leads the way in painting something wonderful!
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Winter Solstice Celebration - Dec 21
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Make Solstice ornaments dream catchers
eat delicious seasonal foods, including the traditional comfort foods of stew and macaroni and cheese (for the kids of course!) and a wonderful bonfire with music, story telling and refreshments
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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
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!
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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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back: Josh, Bree, James, Adam, Gabby, Root, Oliver,
front: Josh Z and Sonia |
The crew changes so quickly at the end of the growing season! We already said good-bye to Adam, Gabby, Root and Oliver! Thanks for all your help, it is truly appreciated!
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