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September 6, 2007
SHAREHOLDER GATHERING THIS SUNDAY
Come on out to the shareholder gathering this Sunday, September 9, 2007. This will be a "meeting with an
eating" theme! We will gather at 4:00 to get important updates from Farmer Kris and our Core Group. There will plenty of time for interaction and everyone's input is most valuable as we begin to plan for next
season and beyond. At 5:00 we will break for covered dish and swap a favorite recipe you've tried this season (please make a few copies to share along with a covered dish). We will finish no later than 6:00.
GREETERS NEEDED
Greeter volunteers are still needed. We've had great participation so far this season and many, many thanks to those you have volunteered your time. The
hottest days of summer are over so it's a great time to try working as a greeter. You will find it's an enjoyable way to spend an hour or two at our beautiful barn. It's a great help to Farmer Kris too. When no one
is scheduled to greet, Kris is pulled from is regular work to cover. So, remember the sign up sheet is in the barn.
One more note about greeting. If you sign up and find you can't make your scheduled time, please call Kris at the barn office (618-467-2104) a day in advance, so he can change his work
plans to cover the greeter responsibilities.
PUBLICITY CHAIR PERSON NEEDED
The publicity committee is looking for a new chairperson. Penny Schmidt, who chaired the committee for several years, is stepping down. Many
thanks to Penny for all her hard work on this committee! This is a key volunteer position that is especially important as the garden starts planning for the 2008 season.
If you are interested in helping the publicity committee with this important position please contact Robyne O'Mara via email at robyne@charter.net or phone 618-466-3459.
NEWSLETTER
Don't forget that you can read Farmer Kris's weekly Newsletter starting Sunday evening every week. It is available on our website at
www.lavistacsa.org/newsletter/newsletter.html
SAVE THE DATES
- The Annual Shareholder Meeting and Election will be October 7th.
- The Annual Harvest Party will be November 18th.
August 15, 2007
OPEN HOUSE THIS FRIDAY
Here's a chance to SHOW all your friends, neighbors and co-workers the place where you're getting those wonderful veggies, herbs
and flowers! The Community Supported Garden at La Vista will be having an OPEN HOUSE this Friday, August 17, 2007 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Along with the Friday afternoon distribution, there will be cooking demos going
on as well as tomato samples for tasting. Please pass the word as we'd like the public to know firsthand about our wonderful farm and its bountiful summer harvest. All are welcome at the distribution room here at
the end of Levis Lane this Friday. It will be cooler that day too!!
COOKING DEMONSTRATION
The Education committee will be having another COOKING DEMONSTRATION in the barn between 5:00 - 7:00 pm during distribution on Friday. This was great fun
last time! (Did you get to try the chocolate cake made with beets?!! It was really good!) Come see what's cooking!
VOLUNTEER WORK DAY - Saturday 8/18, 8am
Cooler weather is expected this weekend, so come on out to help Farmer Kris in the fields. He really needs the help since it's been
too hot to be out in the fields all day. Let's show him some support for all he does through these "dog days of summer" by giving a few hours this Saturday morning.
NEWSLETTER
Don't forget that you can read Farmer Kris's weekly Newsletter starting Sunday evening every week. It is available on our website at http://www.lavistacsa.org/newsletter/newsletter.html
SAVE THE DATES
- The next Shareholder Gathering is September 9th.
- The Annual Shareholder Meeting and Election will be October 7th.
- The Annual Harvest Party will be November 18th.
July 26, 2007
POTATO HARVEST at CHILDREN'S GARDEN
The annual potato harvest will be tomorrow, Friday July 27th at the Children's Discovery Garden, La
Vista Park, 2421 W. Delmar, Godfrey. (This might start at 5pm, but I've been unable to confirm the time...sorry!)
PUBLICITY COMMITTEE MEETING
If you've been needing a way to contribute volunteer time to the garden, consider the Publicity Committee. Their next meeting is this Sunday, July
29th at 5pm. It should only last an hour and will be held at the Ecological Learning Center. Questions, call Robyne at 618-466-3459.
FIELD WORKERS NEEDED
Farmer Kris reports that he could use more volunteer help in the fields. The next scheduled work day is Saturday, August 4th. If you can't work then
and/or you have another time you'd like to help out, give Kris a call at the barn office: 618-467-2104.
TOMATO FESTIVAL
Please join us for our annual Tomato Festival Sunday, August 5, 2007 5-8 PM. Our theme of course is Tomatoes! What better way to celebrate
summer than with fresh, juicy, sweet La Vista garden tomatoes. If you'd like to bring a dish other than tomatoes, that is perfectly alright. Just come and join us for the fun! A few reminders:
- Make and bring your best tomato recipe and enter it, if you wish, in our Best Tomato Recipe Cook Off to be judged by Chef Jacques! If you do enter your dish, please bring the recipe
so we can make copies to share with others.
- There will be fun and games for all ages. Just a tease...how does Tomato Scotch and a Scavenger Hunt sound? These are just a few of the activities we have planned for you. You won't
want to miss it, trust us!!!
- Lemonade and water will be provided.
- Be sure to invite your friends and relatives to join us!
- We'll see all of you and your guests Sunday, August 5, 2007 5-8 PM!
July 6, 2007
SHAREHOLDER GATHERING - JULY 8th
The next shareholder gathering is THIS Sunday, July 8th from 5-7pm. Farmer Kris
will be giving a talk on composting and Mrs. Anna Fitzgerald will be talking about organic flower gardening.
July is red, white and blue month. Try to bring finger foods that have this theme. Don't forget reusable plates, napkins, glasses, and silverware. Drinks will be provided.
"TOUR OF THE MEDITERRANEAN" - Food, Fun and Fellowship
La Vista Ecological Learning Center and La Vista Garden shareholders, Chefs Lori and
Christina, invite you to join them for an evening of Food, Fun and Fellowship as they take you on a "Tour of the Mediterranean". This will be an interactive cooking experience -- bring your aprons and be
ready to roll up your sleeves to participate in preparing and eating several authentic Greek and Italian dishes.
This culinary odyssey will begin at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, July 24th in the Novitiate's Kitchen and Dining Room. The cost is $10 per person and includes dinner. Class size is limited to 10
people and pre-registration is required. Reserve your place by calling Maxine at the Ecological Learning Center, 618.466.5004, to register.
TOMATO FESTIVAL
Don't forget the Tomato Festival on August 5th from 5-8pm.
MISSOURI SHAREHOLDERS!
Lisa Craff, a shareholder in Florissant is trying to coordinate you! She's interested in organizing car-pooling and/or sharing pick up responsibilities
in order to save time and fuel. If you are interested please contact her at 314-839-1386 or by e-mail at cch___cch@yahoo.com
When e-mailing Lisa be aware that there are 3 underscores in her address. Lots of thanks to Lisa for such a great idea!
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