Linda Cullum performs
Linda Cullum is a singer/songwriter with 2 releases out. She has opened up for Cheryl Wheeler, Patty Larkin, Shawn Colvin, Suzanne Vega and many others. She performs regularly in coffeehouses, listening rooms.
Linda lives on Cape Cod, and in Vermont. Greatly influenced by Laura Nyro, Joni Mitchell and Stevie Wonder, you catch a blend of these fine musicians in her music here and then. From simple acoustic to digital tracks, the music is an eclectic variety of styles.
PESTO!
Ah, with July 4th right around the corner, it's feels as though summer is really upon us. Have you enjoyed all the tastes of spring? - the spinach, peas and strawberries won't be here much longer. I was actually picking strawberries yesterday and realized that we've only got a few days left (in Lincoln) to enjoy them. Well, unless you've got those nifty, cute - everbearing varieties. Well, you get my point - get 'em now, because before we know it we'll be shucking the sweet corn!
Get togethers are also here in full bloom - picnics, parties, potlucks, weddings and those good-ole family reunions. There are wonderful gift ideas at our market - pottery, photography, perennials, cards, candles and more.
Is there something that you wish we had at the market? Let me know - my job is to bring in more customers to keep our vendors satisfied. To do that, we need to meet your needs! Feel free to email me with any of your comments or product suggests. olga@madriver.com. Also, bring a friend to the market! We'd love to see some new faces on the Green.
Music this week is provided by the lovely Harp Duo - Margie Bekoff and Susan Reit. 5 years ago, as moms, Margie and Susan began playing harp together for their children's theater performances. Now, they've become a harp duo extraordinaire! Featuring Celtic music with a few surprises thrown in.
Finally - two Pesto recipes. Pesto is simple, quick to make, kid-friendly and so DELICIOUS! Good on pasta, chicken and shrimp.
BASIL PESTO
4 garlic cloves (or garlic scapes)
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, towel dried
1 cup packed fresh flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup nuts (pine nuts or walnuts work well)
1/4 cup lemon juice
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
s & p (salt and pepper)
Using your food processor or blender, begin processing first 5 ingredients. After they've been processed, keep the motor running and add the olive oil. Next add the cheese and season with s & p. Yummy and you only dirtied ONE kitchen appliance!
SPINACH ARUGULA PESTO
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons toasted nuts (walnuts or pine)
1 1/2 cups packed arugula leaves, towel dried
1 1/2 cups packed fresh spinach leaves, towel dried
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil.
s & p
Follow same processing instructions as with the BASIC PESTO.
See you at the market!
Olga
Womensing Performs
Looks like today is the "pick of the week" according to WDEV weatherman, Roger Hill.
And it's a good thing because we've got some great things happening today at the Bristol Farmers' Market!
From 3-4pm today we're hosting a first time ever - STORYTIME for kids, (thank you Rachel Edwards!) - held in the gazebo. All ages welcome.
(Speaking of kids - kids LOVE farmers' markets! I have three, so I can say this with certainty. Why not plan play dates at the farmers' market? And for the older kids, plan to participate in the Youth Market - August 13th. Mark your calendars!)
Performing from 4 - 5pm is Womensing - the local a cappella group, bringing us songs from around the world. We are so lucky to have these women in our community sharing their harmonies.
As always, we've got a great selection of vendors - and there are new ones still arriving.
See you at the market!
Olga
Margie Bekoff and Susan Reit
5 years ago, as moms, Margie and Susan began playing harp together for their children's theater performances. Now, they've become a harp duo extrodinare! Featuring celtic muic with a few surprises thrown in.
Opening Day
Hi Neighbors and Local Shoppers!
We were very pleased with last week's kick off to the Bristol Farmers Market. The day was spectacular, vendors fresh and energized, produce looking crisp and springy, strawberries sweet, and did you see those new flags and banners? We're off to a festive start!
This week, we're happy to welcome new vendors bringing:
Fresh Juice
Organic Breads, Cookies and treats
Herbal Tinctures
Photography, pottery, birdhouses, and more…
Of course, there will be loads of fresh produce (including STRAWBERRIES!), prepared foods, cheese, flowers, plants for your garden, eggs, herbs and gift ideas for your loved ones.
Go and see Sally, our site manager, to enter your name in our raffle for a free gift certificate for Almost Home Market (drawing will be next week).
Our music this week is also home-grown - by YOU! We are hosting a drum circle for anyone to join. We'll have extra instruments to share. Kids are always welcome.
Olga's recipe idea #2 (#1 was last week for those of you just joining us):
We hosted an impromptu birthday party for my 2 year old this past Saturday and with no planning, I made salads for my guests with what was in the garden - Strawberries and Spinach
"The S Salad" (Spring Strawberry Spinach Salad)
All you need are sliced strawberries, spinach (or any seasonal leafy green), and perhaps a local cheese (ah-hem - we've got that too!)
Toss with your favorite salad dressing and presto - you've got a tasty crowd pleasing first course. Enough said.
Finally, I wanted to inform you of a talk going on next week. Let's continue the discussion of how we're going to grow our local food movement and create a more healthy, strong and SECURE food system in Vermont!
"From Fast Food Nation to Sustainable Agriculture" Saturday, June 28, 10:30 a.m. Contois Auditorium at City Hall, Burlington Town Meeting with Senator Bernie Sanders and writer Eric Schlosser (Fast Food Nation) to talk about vital issues related to farming and food. Strawberry shortcake will be served. Free and open to the public. Call 1-800-339-9834 for more info or to RSVP.
See you at the market!
