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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
There are many fountains of knowledge to draw from within St. Petersburg. Some of the events below are open to the public but Lectures are reserved exclusively for active Market customers as part of our monthly potluck socials. Become an active customer and enjoy all the perks of our Market Community!
OUR ADVICE: Don’t know how to cook your new veggies? Google recipes for Market veggies. Then share your cooking experiences, and find new ones, on our Market Community Food Blog!
Visit our Lecture Series slide show and you will see what education & community building look like: Commonality, Motivation, Fellowship, and Knowledge.
Get to Know Us
- Please share this video with friends who want to know more about St. Pete Locally Grown. Thank you!
- 83 Degrees Media Featured Jan. 15, 2013 Issue
- In Creative Loafing Featured Sept. 6-12, 2012 Issue
- On local Fox News Interviews from May 2012
- Check Out New Posts on our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com ; Like to author on our blog? Send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
- “Charlotte Smiled” Blog Post with review of our Market business model and exemplary products!
- Please “Like Us”… On Facebook and tell your friends about us. A testimonial would be appreciated.
- We are now listed on Going Green Tampa where you can find many other local eco-friendly companies in the Tampa Bay Area or leave us a review.
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON - Geraldson extends time to order
There is still time to shop!
GREAT NEWS==> GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM IS GIVING US UNTIL WEDNESDAY NOON TO ORDER THIS WEEK
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON
Just a friendly reminder to place your order now so you don’t miss this week’s Market offerings.
“FRESH FRIDAY CO-OPS BELOW! WE DELIVER ON FRIDAY TO YOUR HOME, OFFICE, OR A CO-OP NEAR YOU Please tell your friends! Interested in joining one or forming a co-op in your neighborhood? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469. You need only one other person beside yourself to become a co-op and qualify for discounted delivery. JUST LOOK AT ALL THESE LOCATIONS! Details on co-ops….
- Clearwater in vicinity of Lakeview Rd. & S. Keene Road
- Brightwater Community in the vicinity of 4th St. N. & 112th Ave. N
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at 54th Ave. S. & US 19 S.
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at Starkey Road & Park Blvd.
- Derby Lane parking lot on St. Pete side of Gandy Bridge
- Disston Heights neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 51st St. N.
- Edgemoor neighborhood at west end of Southwest Blvd.
- Girls Inc. in Pinellas Park at 7700 61st St. N.
- Gulfport Library at 5501 28th Ave. S.
- 1- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 9th Ave. N.E. & Bay St. N.E.
- 2- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 13th St. N.
- Jungle Terrace neighborhood near 28th Ave. N & 80th St. N.
- Magnolia Heights in vicinity of 32nd Ave. N. & 10th St. N.
- Maximo neighborhood in vicinity of 45th Ave. S. & 35th Way S.
- Northeast Park neighborhood near 8th St. N.E. & 38th Ave. N.E.
- Northwest Park neighborhood near 26th Ave. N. & 56th Way N.
- Old Southeast neighborhood near 17 Ave. S.E. and Bay St. S.E.
- Pasadena Ave. & Gulfport Blvd. (Publix parking lot)
- Shore Acres in vicinity of 52 Ave. N.E. & 14th St. N.E.
- Tyrone Park in the vicinity of 61st St. N. & 9th Ave. N.
- Ulmerton & Starkey Road (Rally station)
- Vicinity of 49th Street N. & US 19 (site tbd)
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to expand our delivery network and attract like-minded folks who want the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced CHEMICAL-FREE foods possible!
LATE ADDITIONS: beets & tops, swiss chard
Beets & Tops and Swiss Chard from Geraldson Community Farm
You can either 1) place an additional order online or 2) reply to this email requesting I add any of the above to your order!
THANK YOU!
Market NOW Open - May 20, 2013
Message from Market Manager
YES, WE WILL OPEN NEXT MONDAY ON THE HOLIDAY
EARLY HOLIDAY SALE RIGHT NOW on select wild caught Alaska salmon products from Doug’s Wild Alaska Salmon
FYI from Savory Spice Shop They’ve posted new spice rubs to celebrate the addition of pork cuts to our Market!
SEASONAL PRODUCE CHANGES, PLANNING YOUR FALL GARDEN, & MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND COOKOUTS
What do all these have in common? They all include healthy, chemical-free, and locally grown vegetables! DON’T WAIT until next winter to taste test kohlrabi or kale, etc. Fresh local cabbage, collard greens, peppers, squash, and cucumbers cannot be beat. These won’t be around much longer with warmer local temps coming on. They are still on our Market but only for a limited time. Try them NOW to help you decide if you will plant some for your own garden starting in September-October timeframe. Stock up for the Memorial Day long weekend!
BUYING PRODUCE FROM GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM (GCF)
Please shop by MONDAY NIGHT for anything you want from GCF as this will better insure you get what you want. The rest of your order can be placed anytime before Wednesday noon when we close the Market for the week.
If you don’t yet follow us ON FACEBOOK then you are missing out on all the fun. Please go out there and “like us”!
New video excerpt from Nathan’s class on urban farming. Next class on June 8th. Sincere Thank You to volunteer Jeff Yentzer of www.vibranthealthvideos.com for more fine work to support our endeavors!
New recipe post on our Market Community Blog— “A Salad to Deliver Protein” from your Market Manager.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DELIVERING PRODUCE TO OUR CUSTOMERS?
I am looking for weekly volunteers on Fridays between 10AM and 1PM for this very customer-oriented work. If you are an active customer, would like to save on delivery fees, have customer service experience, and enjoy meeting new people, this volunteer opp may be for you. Mileage reimbursement available. Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for all the details.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT PACKAGING & DISTRIBUTION OF PRODUCE?
If so, are you interested in volunteering WEEKLY for our Market on Thursdays from noon to 4PM? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for details. As St. Petersburg spreads its wings into urban agriculture enterprises, this skill will be greatly needed!
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS! Once you have submitted your order, if in doubt about what you owe, you can always confirm what you have been charged for by checking your account history and viewing your most current invoice. Instructions on how to do that are on our Q&A page under the question entitled Since you don’t provide an invoice with delivery, how do I know what I owe? . Also, since your vegetables are picked fresh within 24 hours of delivery, they should be lasting for WEEKS in your refrigerator. When you accept delivery, please take a few minutes to inspect your order to protect your vegetables from unnecessary spoilage. Lastly, it is imperative that you understand our policy on Unclaimed Orders found on our Q&A page. When you make a purchase you are agreeing to abide by this policy.
Ready to Order?
Click here to sign in & shop now
- If you do not receive an email confirmation immediately after you order, then you did not click the SUBMIT ORDER button and we did not receive an order from you.
Upcoming Events
All these and more are posted on our Calendar of Events
MAY POTLUCK SOCIAL NEXT SATURDAY
Please be sure to RSVP to your Evite so we know how many folks are coming! After dinner, Ray Wunderlich will speak on “Ecology and Urban Agriculture: Some Considerations”, sharing some of the environmental relationships, interactions and consequences to be mindful of when implementing an urban garden. We know it’s a Holiday Weekend but if you’re in town…
TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS FROM 830AM to 1130AM
Here is your invitation to volunteer in Nathan’s garden. No RSVPs are needed! This is a great time to get exposed to local organic gardening and gain experience maintaining a summer garden in St. Petersburg. Call Nathan at 727-403-1655 if you have any questions or need directions.
“SUMMER VEGETABLE GROWING IN ST. PETERSBURG” on June 8th, 8 AM Details are on Calendar of Events. This will be held every Second Saturday of the month and is open to the public. RSVPS are required and will help determine if the class will be held. Bring your friends and save $10 each on this valuable experience! This class makes a great gift for any occasion! RSVPs still being accepted.
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON - Geraldson Orders due by 3PM Tuesday
There is still time to shop!
PLEASE NOTE: YOUR DEADLINE TO ORDER FROM GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM (GCF) IS TODAY, TUESDAY 3PM 3PM 3PM 3PM
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON
Just a friendly reminder to place your order now so you don’t miss this week’s Market offerings.
“FRESH FRIDAY CO-OPS BELOW! WE DELIVER ON FRIDAY TO YOUR HOME, OFFICE, OR A CO-OP NEAR YOU Please tell your friends! Interested in joining one or forming a co-op in your neighborhood? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469. You need only one other person beside yourself to become a co-op and qualify for discounted delivery. JUST LOOK AT ALL THESE LOCATIONS! Details on co-ops….
- Clearwater in vicinity of Lakeview Rd. & S. Keene Road
- Brightwater Community in the vicinity of 4th St. N. & 112th Ave. N
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at 54th Ave. S. & US 19 S.
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at Starkey Road & Park Blvd.
- Derby Lane parking lot on St. Pete side of Gandy Bridge
- Disston Heights neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 51st St. N.
- Edgemoor neighborhood at west end of Southwest Blvd.
- Girls Inc. in Pinellas Park at 7700 61st St. N.
- Gulfport Library at 5501 28th Ave. S.
- 1- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 9th Ave. N.E. & Bay St. N.E.
- 2- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 13th St. N.
- Jungle Terrace neighborhood near 28th Ave. N & 80th St. N.
- Magnolia Heights in vicinity of 32nd Ave. N. & 10th St. N.
- Maximo neighborhood in vicinity of 45th Ave. S. & 35th Way S.
- Northeast Park neighborhood near 8th St. N.E. & 38th Ave. N.E.
- Northwest Park neighborhood near 26th Ave. N. & 56th Way N.
- Old Southeast neighborhood near 17 Ave. S.E. and Bay St. S.E.
- Pasadena Ave. & Gulfport Blvd. (Publix parking lot)
- Shore Acres in vicinity of 52 Ave. N.E. & 14th St. N.E.
- Tyrone Park in the vicinity of 61st St. N. & 9th Ave. N.
- Ulmerton & Starkey Road (Rally station)
- Vicinity of 49th Street N. & US 19 (site tbd)
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to expand our delivery network and attract like-minded folks who want the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced CHEMICAL-FREE foods possible!
Market NOW Open - May 13, 2013
SPLG’S Signature Summer Salad Series
Message from Market Manager
PORK THIS WEEK!
Welcome back to Ferguson Farms offering a good variety such as ground pork, ham, chops, butts, ribs, etc. in VERY limited quantities. We will likely begin pre-selling next month for more to come in about 3 months! Buy this week and you will get it delivered on Friday.
BUYING PRODUCE FROM GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM (GCF)
Please shop by MONDAY NIGHT for anything you want from GCF as this will better insure you get what you want. The rest of your order can be placed anytime before Wednesday noon when we close the Market for the week.
If you don’t yet follow us ON FACEBOOK then you are missing out on all the fun!…
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DELIVERING PRODUCE TO OUR CUSTOMERS?
I am looking for weekly volunteers on Fridays between 10AM and 1PM for this very customer-oriented work. If you are an active customer, would like to save on delivery fees, have customer service experience, and enjoy meeting new people, this volunteer opp may be for you. Mileage reimbursement available. Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for all the details.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT PACKAGING & DISTRIBUTION OF PRODUCE?
If so, are you interested in volunteering WEEKLY for our Market on Thursdays from noon to 4PM? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for details. As St. Petersburg spreads its wings into urban agriculture enterprises, this skill will be greatly needed!
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS! Once you have submitted your order, if in doubt about what you owe, you can always confirm what you have been charged for by checking your account history and viewing your most current invoice. Instructions on how to do that are on our Q&A page under the question entitled Since you don’t provide an invoice with delivery, how do I know what I owe? . Also, since your vegetables are picked fresh within 24 hours of delivery, they should be lasting for WEEKS in your refrigerator. When you accept delivery, please take a few minutes to inspect your order to protect your vegetables from unnecessary spoilage. Lastly, it is imperative that you understand our policy on Unclaimed Orders found on our Q&A page. When you make a purchase you are agreeing to abide by this policy.
Ready to Order?
Click here to sign in & shop now
- If you do not receive an email confirmation immediately after you order, then you did not click the SUBMIT ORDER button and we did not receive an order from you.
Get to Know Us
- Please share this video with friends who want to know more about St. Pete Locally Grown. Thank you!
- 83 Degrees Media Featured Jan. 15, 2013 Issue
- In Creative Loafing Featured Sept. 6-12, 2012 Issue
- On local Fox News Interviews from May 2012
- Check Out New Posts on our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com ; Like to author on our blog? Send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
- “Charlotte Smiled” Blog Post with review of our Market business model and exemplary products!
- Please “Like Us”… On Facebook and tell your friends about us. A testimonial would be appreciated.
-
We are now listed on Going Green Tampa where you can find many other local eco-friendly companies in the Tampa Bay Area or leave us a review.
Upcoming Events
All these and more are posted on our Calendar of Events
TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS FROM 830AM to 1130AM
Here is your invitation to volunteer in Nathan’s garden. No RSVPs are needed! This is a great time to get exposed to local organic gardening and gain experience maintaining a summer garden in St. Petersburg. Call Nathan at 727-403-1655 if you have any questions or need directions.
“SUMMER VEGETABLE GROWING IN ST. PETERSBURG” on June 10th, 8 AM Details are on Calendar of Events. This will be held every Second Saturday of the month and is open to the public. RSVPS are required and will help determine if the class will be held. Bring your friends and save $10 each on this valuable experience! You can now pre-purchase this workshop on our Market. This class makes a great gift for any occasion! RSVPs still being accepted.
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON - Geraldson Orders due by 3PM Tuesday
There is still time to shop!
PLEASE NOTE: YOUR DEADLINE TO ORDER FROM GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM (GCF) IS TODAY, TUESDAY 3PM 3PM 3PM 3PM
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON
Just a friendly reminder to place your order now so you don’t miss this week’s Market offerings.
“FRESH FRIDAY CO-OPS BELOW! WE DELIVER ON FRIDAY TO YOUR HOME, OFFICE, OR A CO-OP NEAR YOU Please tell your friends! Interested in joining one or forming a co-op in your neighborhood? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469. You need only one other person beside yourself to become a co-op and qualify for discounted delivery. JUST LOOK AT ALL THESE LOCATIONS! Details on co-ops….
- Clearwater in vicinity of Lakeview Rd. & S. Keene Road
- Brightwater Community in the vicinity of 4th St. N. & 112th Ave. N
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at 54th Ave. S. & US 19 S.
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at Starkey Road & Park Blvd.
- Derby Lane parking lot on St. Pete side of Gandy Bridge
- Disston Heights neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 51st St. N.
- Edgemoor neighborhood at west end of Southwest Blvd.
- Girls Inc. in Pinellas Park at 7700 61st St. N.
- Gulfport Library at 5501 28th Ave. S.
- 1- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 9th Ave. N.E. & Bay St. N.E.
- 2- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 13th St. N.
- Jungle Terrace neighborhood near 28th Ave. N & 80th St. N.
- Magnolia Heights in vicinity of 32nd Ave. N. & 10th St. N.
- Maximo neighborhood in vicinity of 45th Ave. S. & 35th Way S.
- Northeast Park neighborhood near 8th St. N.E. & 38th Ave. N.E.
- Northwest Park neighborhood near 26th Ave. N. & 56th Way N.
- Old Southeast neighborhood near 17 Ave. S.E. and Bay St. S.E.
- Pasadena Ave. & Gulfport Blvd. (Publix parking lot)
- Shore Acres in vicinity of 52 Ave. N.E. & 14th St. N.E.
- Tyrone Park in the vicinity of 61st St. N. & 9th Ave. N.
- Ulmerton & Starkey Road (Rally station)
- Vicinity of 49th Street N. & US 19 (site tbd)
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to expand our delivery network and attract like-minded folks who want the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced CHEMICAL-FREE foods possible!
Market NOW Open - May 6, 2013
Message from Market Manager
If you don’t yet follow us ON FACEBOOK then you are missing out on all the fun!…
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DELIVERING PRODUCE TO OUR CUSTOMERS?
I am looking for weekly volunteers on Fridays between 10AM and 1PM for this very customer-oriented work. If you are an active customer, would like to save on delivery fees, have customer service experience, and enjoy meeting new people, this volunteer opp may be for you. Mileage reimbursement available. Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for all the details.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT PACKAGING & DISTRIBUTION OF PRODUCE?
If so, are you interested in volunteering WEEKLY for our Market on Thursdays from noon to 4PM? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for details. As St. Petersburg spreads its wings into urban agriculture enterprises, this skill will be greatly needed!
BUYING PRODUCE FROM GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM (GCF)
Please shop by MONDAY NIGHT for anything you want from GCF as this will better insure you get what you want. The rest of your order can be placed anytime before Wednesday noon when we close the Market for the week.
WORKSHOPS GALORE THIS WEEK!
Don’t miss Rebecca’s water kefir THURSDAY workshop so you can get your own kefir grains and start producing your own probiotic drink. ALSO, Nathan’s SATURDAY urban farming course will focus on your summer veggie garden! ALL DETAILS BELOW.
LAST CHANCE TO PURCHASE FOR MOTHER’S DAY WHICH IS MAY 12TH!
Why not let our online Market give you a unique and healthy option for mom’s gift this year? These local folks sell through our Market, and some of them are ONLY on our online Market at www.stpete.locallygrown.net.
- Chef Roux’s Gluten Free Chocolate Cake from GateauOChocolat (variety of pates too!)
- Pink Himalayan Salt Bricks from Savory Spice Shop
- A Market Gift Certificate from St. Pete Locally Grown (minimum $5)
- Organic Sprouted Breads from 20 Shekels Bread
- Seasonal Remedies from Imperial Gardens
- Fresh Chevre Torte from The Dancing Goat (soaps too!)
- Workshop on “Successful Urban Farming in St. Petersburg” from Nathan’s Natural Veggies
- Fresh eggs from Sustainable Me
- Locally roasted coffees from Java Planet Organic Coffee Roasters
- Prepare a platter of Fresh Key West Shrimp from Offshore Seafood Company
- Papayas from Brenon’s Homegrown
- Cuban Oregano from The Faith House
- Lip Balms & Soaps from Rebecca’s Bees
- A healthy tray of Wheatgrass Micro Greens from Urban Greens
- Ghost peppers from Barchie Farms
- Habanero Peppers from Velouria Farms
- Herbal Teas & Pain Management Remedies from Herbalwise (other Remedies too!)
- Walking Iris plant from Affordable Plants by Nathan
- Crystallized Ginger from Organically Inclined
- 28 pounds of goodness from Jane’s Earthworm Castings
CRISTY’S CALENDAR STILL HAS SOME OPENINGS; PLEASE PASS THE WORD
If you, or someone you know, need some help designing, planning, or building your yard or any type of garden, our Market endorses Cristy Abbott for the job. A Certified Permaculturist and sole proprietor of a small, local, woman-owned business, Cristy is currently seeking new clients. Call her TODAY to make an appointment and tell her you were referred by St. Pete Locally Grown. 727-520-5303 (cabbott7@hotmail.com) Cristy is a talented professional who is passionate about her connection with the earth.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS! Once you have submitted your order, if in doubt about what you owe, you can always confirm what you have been charged for by checking your account history and viewing your most current invoice. Instructions on how to do that are on our Q&A page under the question entitled Since you don’t provide an invoice with delivery, how do I know what I owe? . Also, since your vegetables are picked fresh within 24 hours of delivery, they should be lasting for WEEKS in your refrigerator. When you accept delivery, please take a few minutes to inspect your order to protect your vegetables from unnecessary spoilage. Lastly, it is imperative that you understand our policy on Unclaimed Orders found on our Q&A page. When you make a purchase you are agreeing to abide by this policy.
Ready to Order?
Click here to sign in & shop now
- If you do not receive an email confirmation immediately after you order, then you did not click the SUBMIT ORDER button and we did not receive an order from you.
Get to Know Us
- Please share this video with friends who want to know more about St. Pete Locally Grown. Thank you!
- 83 Degrees Media Featured Jan. 15, 2013 Issue
- In Creative Loafing Featured Sept. 6-12, 2012 Issue
- On local Fox News Interviews from May 2012
- Check Out New Posts on our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com ; Like to author on our blog? Send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
- “Charlotte Smiled” Blog Post with review of our Market business model and exemplary products!
- Please “Like Us”… On Facebook and tell your friends about us. A testimonial would be appreciated.
-
We are now listed on Going Green Tampa where you can find many other local eco-friendly companies in the Tampa Bay Area or leave us a review.
Upcoming Events
All these and more are posted on our Calendar of Events
TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS FROM 830AM to 1130AM
Here is your invitation to volunteer in Nathan’s garden. No RSVPs are needed! This is a great time to get exposed to local organic gardening and gain experience maintaining a summer garden in St. Petersburg. Call Nathan at 727-403-1655 if you have any questions or need directions.
NATURAL PROBIOTIC SODA / WATER KEFIR WORKSHOP on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 7-9 pm in Redington Shores
Learn how to make your own refreshing, bubbly soda containing over forty strains of probiotics (over 6 times more than yogurt) using water kefir. Water kefir is a traditional probiotic culture, grown and cared for by many generations who used it to ferment sweet liquid into a healthy, hydrating drink – the precursor to modern day soda. In the class we will taste different recipes including ginger ale, bottle a fermented batch, and you will start a batch of water kefir to take home and ferment your own healthy drinks. Water kefir is self propagating so once you have the basics you can make your own sodas indefinitely. Please bring to class a glass quart jar with lid for your first batch of water kefir. Workshop is $25 per person. Contact rebeccabeekeeper@yahoo.com or 727-688-9069 to register and for directions.
“SUMMER VEGETABLE GROWING IN ST. PETERSBURG” on May 11th, 8 AM Details are on Calendar of Events. This will be held every Second Saturday of the month and is open to the public. RSVPS are required and will help determine if the class will be held. Bring your friends and save $10 each on this valuable experience! You can now pre-purchase this workshop on our Market. This class makes a great gift for any occasion! RSVPs still being accepted.
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Market NOW Open - Apr. 29, 2013
Message from Market Manager
GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY TO BUY FRESH LOCALLY GROWN FROM GCF
Don’t miss opportunities to buy items from Geraldson Community Farm (GCF) that our local urban farmers are not yet growing! Like yellow squash and zucchini and sungold tomatoes? THE ONLY CATCH is that you have to shop by MONDAY NIGHT for anything from GCF that you want reserved for you. The rest of your order can be placed anytime before Wednesday noon when we close the Market for the week. EVERYTHING we deliver to you on Friday has been harvested FRESH by GCF on late Wednesday.
MOTHER’S DAY IS MAY 12TH!
Why not let our online Market give you a unique and healthy option for mom’s gift this year? These local folks sell through our Market, and some of them are ONLY on our online Market at www.stpete.locallygrown.net.
- Chef Roux’s Gluten Free Chocolate Cake from GateauOChocolat (variety of pates too!)
- Pink Himalayan Salt Bricks from Savory Spice Shop
- A Market Gift Certificate from St. Pete Locally Grown (minimum $5)
- Organic Sprouted Breads from 20 Shekels Bread
- Seasonal Remedies from Imperial Gardens
- Fresh Chevre Torte from The Dancing Goat (soaps too!)
- Workshop on “Successful Urban Farming in St. Petersburg” from Nathan’s Natural Veggies
- Fresh eggs from Sustainable Me
- Locally roasted coffees from Java Planet Organic Coffee Roasters
- Prepare a platter of Fresh Key West Shrimp from Offshore Seafood Company
- Papayas from Brenon’s Homegrown
- Cuban Oregano from The Faith House
- Lip Balms & Soaps from Rebecca’s Bees
- A healthy tray of Wheatgrass Micro Greens from Urban Greens
- Ghost peppers from Barchie Farms
- Habanero Peppers from Velouria Farms
- Herbal Teas & Pain Management Remedies from Herbalwise (other Remedies too!)
- Walking Iris plant from Affordable Plants by Nathan
- Crystallized Ginger from Organically Inclined
- 28 pounds of goodness from Jane’s Earthworm Castings
CRISTY’S CALENDAR HAS A CONSULT OPENING FOR YOUR YARD
If you, or someone you know, need some help designing, planning, or building your yard or any type of garden, our Market endorses Cristy Abbott for the job. A Certified Permaculturist and sole proprietor of a small, local, woman-owned business, Cristy is currently seeking new clients. Call her TODAY to make an appointment and tell her you were referred by St. Pete Locally Grown. 727-520-5303 (cabbott7@hotmail.com) Cristy is a talented professional who is passionate about her connection with the earth.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DELIVERING PRODUCE TO OUR CUSTOMERS?
I am looking for weekly volunteers on Fridays between 10AM and 1PM for this very customer-oriented work. If you are an active customer, would like to save on delivery fees, have customer service experience, and enjoy meeting new people, this volunteer opp may be for you. Mileage reimbursement available. Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for all the details.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT PACKAGING & DISTRIBUTION OF PRODUCE?
If so, are you interested in volunteering WEEKLY for our Market on Thursdays from noon to 4PM? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for details. As St. Petersburg spreads its wings into urban agriculture enterprises, this skill will be greatly needed!
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS! Once you have submitted your order, if in doubt about what you owe, you can always confirm what you have been charged for by checking your account history and viewing your most current invoice. Instructions on how to do that are on our Q&A page under the question entitled Since you don’t provide an invoice with delivery, how do I know what I owe? . Also, since your vegetables are picked fresh within 24 hours of delivery, they should be lasting for WEEKS in your refrigerator. When you accept delivery, please take a few minutes to inspect your order to protect your vegetables from unnecessary spoilage. Lastly, it is imperative that you understand our policy on Unclaimed Orders found on our Q&A page. When you make a purchase you are agreeing to abide by this policy.
Ready to Order?
Click here to sign in & shop now
- If you do not receive an email confirmation immediately after you order, then you did not click the SUBMIT ORDER button and we did not receive an order from you.
Get to Know Us
- Please share this video with friends who want to know more about St. Pete Locally Grown. Thank you!
- 83 Degrees Media Featured Jan. 15, 2013 Issue
- In Creative Loafing Featured Sept. 6-12, 2012 Issue
- On local Fox News Interviews from May 2012
- Check Out New Posts on our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com ; Like to author on our blog? Send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
- “Charlotte Smiled” Blog Post with review of our Market business model and exemplary products!
- Please “Like Us”… On Facebook and tell your friends about us. A testimonial would be appreciated.
-
We are now listed on Going Green Tampa where you can find many other local eco-friendly companies in the Tampa Bay Area or leave us a review.
Upcoming Events
All these and more are posted on our Calendar of Events
TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS FROM 830AM to 1130AM
Here is your invitation to volunteer in Nathan’s garden. No RSVPs are needed! This is a great time to get exposed to local organic gardening and gain experience maintaining a summer garden in St. Petersburg. Call Nathan at 727-403-1655 if you have any questions or need directions.
NATURAL PROBIOTIC SODA / WATER KEFIR WORKSHOP on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 7-9 pm in Redington Shores
Learn how to make your own refreshing, bubbly soda containing over forty strains of probiotics (over 6 times more than yogurt) using water kefir. Water kefir is a traditional probiotic culture, grown and cared for by many generations who used it to ferment sweet liquid into a healthy, hydrating drink – the precursor to modern day soda. In the class we will taste different recipes including ginger ale, bottle a fermented batch, and you will start a batch of water kefir to take home and ferment your own healthy drinks. Water kefir is self propagating so once you have the basics you can make your own sodas indefinitely. Please bring to class a glass quart jar with lid for your first batch of water kefir. Workshop is $25 per person. Contact rebeccabeekeeper@yahoo.com or 727-688-9069 to register and for directions.
“SUMMER VEGETABLE GROWING IN ST. PETERSBURG” on May 11th, 8 AM Details are on Calendar of Events. This will be held every Second Saturday of the month and is open to the public. RSVPS are required and will help determine if the class will be held. Bring your friends and save $10 each on this valuable experience! You can now pre-purchase this workshop on our Market. This class makes a great gift for any occasion! RSVPs now being accepted.
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Market NOW Open - Apr. 22, 2013
Message from Market Manager
ORDERING SCHEDULE FOR BEST SUCCESS
The deadline for ordering from Geraldson Community Farm (GCF) is your choice of either Monday 8PM OR Tuesday 3PM. You will have a far better chance of getting what you order from GCF if you order by Monday 8PM. Call Market Manager if you need help with a strategy. 727-515-9469.
REQUEST FOR OUR CO-OP CUSTOMERS
Two really nice things are happening:
1. We are getting more customers and have more orders to deliver
2. We now have volunteers helping with deliveries.
As our volunteers get used to the routine they are very conscientious about “getting it right”. All those in co-op locations should begin labeling their cooler with customer name so our delivery folks will know how to unpack the orders. Thank you in advance!
MOTHER’S DAY IS APPROACHING!
Whenever you need a gift for a special occasion, please consider the unique and healthy options our Market can offer YEAR-ROUND! These are local small businesses, many of which can be found ONLY on our online Market at www.stpete.locallygrown.net.
- Chef Roux’s Gluten Free Chocolate Cake from GateauOChocolat (variety of pates too!)
- Pink Himalayan Salt Bricks from Savory Spice Shop
- A Market Gift Certificate from St. Pete Locally Grown (minimum $5)
- Organic Sprouted Breads from 20 Shekels Bread
- Seasonal Remedies from Imperial Gardens (raw desserts too!)
- Fresh Chevre Torte from The Dancing Goat (soaps too!)
- Workshop on “Successful Urban Farming in St. Petersburg” from Nathan’s Natural Veggies
- Fresh cut Aloe Leaves from Sustainable Me
- Locally roasted coffees from Java Planet Organic Coffee Roasters
- Prepare a platter of Fresh Key West Shrimp from Offshore Seafood Company
- Gluten-Free Maple Nut Granola from Mindful Meals Whole Personal Chef
- Curry Tree Leaves from Brenon’s Homegrown
- Cuban Oregano from The Faith House
- Lip Balms & Soaps from Rebecca’s Bees
- A healthy tray of Wheatgrass Micro Greens from Urban Greens
- Ghost Peppers from Barchie Farms
- Habanero Peppers from Velouria Farms
- Herbal Teas & Pain Management Remedies from Herbalwise (other Remedies too!)
- Walking Iris plant from Affordable Plants by Nathan
- Crystallized Ginger from Organically Inclined
- 28 pounds of goodness from Jane’s Earthworm Castings
DO YOU WANT TO TRANSFORM YOUR PROPERTY?
If you, or someone you know, need some help designing, planning, or building your yard or any type of garden, our Market endorses Cristy Abbott for the job. A Certified Permaculturist and sole proprietor of a small. local, woman-owned business, Cristy is currently seeking new clients. She can be reached at 727-520-5303 (cabbott7@hotmail.com) and has earned the support of our Market Community with many hours of volunteer work on local urban farms. Cristy is a serious asset to the St. Petersburg Community and your consideration of supporting a talented mature woman who is passionate about her connection with the earth, is very much appreciated! Pass it on please…
NEW VIDEO FROM VOLUNTEER JEFF YENTZER featuring Nathan Levy on Edible Weeds
PLEASE SUPPORT TRIP TO HAITI FOR SCOTT BITTERLI OF ST. PETE
Friends, Family, Neighbors and Colleagues,
Once again, I am honored, to be visiting with our neighbors in need in Haiti next month. Please Visit the link that explains the goals and details of our trip and consider donating to the worthy programs or helping to sponsor our trip. We would also like to collect any educational (pens, pencils, rulers, etc.), athletic (soccer balls, cleats, cones, etc) or medical supplies or equipment that you could spare.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT PACKAGING & DISTRIBUTION OF PRODUCE?
If so, are you interested in volunteering WEEKLY for our Market on Wednesdays from 7PM to 830PM or Thursdays from noon to 4PM? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469 for details. As St. Petersburg spreads its wings into urban agriculture enterprises, this skill will be greatly needed!
MONTHLY SUMMER VEGGIE WORKSHOP TIME IS MOVING TO EARLY MORNING – see below
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS! Once you have submitted your order, if in doubt about what you owe, you can always confirm what you have been charged for by checking your account history and viewing your most current invoice. Instructions on how to do that are on our Q&A page under the question entitled Since you don’t provide an invoice with delivery, how do I know what I owe? . Also, since your vegetables are picked fresh within 24 hours of delivery, they should be lasting for WEEKS in your refrigerator. When you accept delivery, please take a few minutes to inspect your order to protect your vegetables from unnecessary spoilage. Lastly, it is imperative that you understand our policy on Unclaimed Orders found on our Q&A page. When you make a purchase you are agreeing to abide by this policy.
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- If you do not receive an email confirmation immediately after you order, then you did not click the SUBMIT ORDER button and we did not receive an order from you.
Get to Know Us
- Please share this video with friends who want to know more about St. Pete Locally Grown. Thank you!
- 83 Degrees Media Featured Jan. 15, 2013 Issue
- In Creative Loafing Featured Sept. 6-12, 2012 Issue
- On local Fox News Interviews from May 2012
- Check Out New Posts on our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com ; Like to author on our blog? Send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
- “Charlotte Smiled” Blog Post with review of our Market business model and exemplary products!
- Please “Like Us”… On Facebook and tell your friends about us. A testimonial would be appreciated.
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We are now listed on Going Green Tampa where you can find many other local eco-friendly companies in the Tampa Bay Area or leave us a review.
Upcoming Events
All these and more are posted on our Calendar of Events
TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS FROM 830AM to 1130AM
Here is your invitation to volunteer in Nathan’s garden. No RSVPs are needed! This is a great time to get exposed to local organic gardening and gain experience maintaining a summer garden in St. Petersburg. Call Nathan at 727-403-1655 if you have any questions or need directions.
OUR NEXT POTLUCK SOCIAL IS THIS COMING SATURDAY, APR. 27 at 6PM
Sponsored by St. Pete Locally Grown, potluck socials are held on the 4th Saturday of each month. These events are held exclusively for actively participating Market customers, growers, and volunteers and are meant to create a social atmosphere in which to network, share resources and experiences. See Evite for speaker details. Please note that—starting in MAY—we will have a change in venue for our meeting, close to our home on 54th Ave. N. Details will come!
NATURAL PROBIOTIC SODA / WATER KEFIR WORKSHOP on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 7-9 pm in Redington Shores
Learn how to make your own refreshing, bubbly soda containing over forty strains of probiotics (over 6 times more than yogurt) using water kefir. Water kefir is a traditional probiotic culture, grown and cared for by many generations who used it to ferment sweet liquid into a healthy, hydrating drink – the precursor to modern day soda. In the class we will taste different recipes including ginger ale, bottle a fermented batch, and you will start a batch of water kefir to take home and ferment your own healthy drinks. Water kefir is self propagating so once you have the basics you can make your own sodas indefinitely. Please bring to class a glass quart jar with lid for your first batch of water kefir. Workshop is $25 per person. Contact rebeccabeekeeper@yahoo.com or 727-688-9069 to register and for directions.
TIME CHANGED TO EARLY IN THE DAY==>"SUMMER VEGETABLE GROWING IN ST. PETERSBURG" on May 11th, 8 AM Details are on Calendar of Events. This will be held every Second Saturday of the month and is open to the public. RSVPS are required and will help determine if the class will be held. Bring your friends and save $10 each on this valuable experience! You can now pre-purchase this workshop on our Market. This class makes a great gift for any occasion! RSVPs now being accepted.
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON - Geraldson Orders due by 3PM Tuesday
There is still time to shop!
Market Closes Wednesday @ NOON
Just a friendly reminder to place your order now so you don’t miss this week’s Market offerings. PLEASE NOTE: YOUR DEADLINE TO ORDER FROM GERALDSON COMMUNITY FARM (GCF) IS TUESDAY 3PM 3PM 3PM 3PM
AVAILABLE INDEFINITELY==>FREE SOIL NUTRIENTS – PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW
It’s every urban farmer’s dream come true! Offshore Seafood Co. processing plant, located at around 25th & 25th in St. Petersburg, generates fish scraps of skins and backbones (with NO heads) that they want to recycle FREE into the local garden community. They fill Five 44 gallon trash cans, 180 lbs. each of scraps each per week. In season, it’s double that. The scraps are kept refrigerated at 35 degrees. I have seen it with my own eyes and it is excellent quality. They need to move it all out NOW. If you know someone who wants to compost fish scraps or bury them deep into a home vegetable garden or commercial garden or for any other use they can think of, please direct them to call Offshore Seafood to make arrangements to pickup as much, or as little, as needed. They want it all gone asap! It seems a waste if we can’t put it to good use for FREE soil nutrients. Call Offshore Seafood’s office at 727-329-8848 or Kris Sahr’s cell at 727-459-3470 to make arrangements for pickup. Info on composting fish. ALSO, contact local extension service agency on how to compost fish properly.
TIME CHANGED TO EARLY IN THE DAY==>"SUMMER VEGETABLE GROWING IN ST. PETERSBURG" on May 11th, 8 AM Details are on Calendar of Events. This will be held every Second Saturday of the month and is open to the public. RSVPS are required and will help determine if the class will be held. Bring your friends and save $10 each on this valuable experience! You can now pre-purchase this workshop on our Market. This class makes a great gift for any occasion! RSVPs now being accepted.
“FRESH FRIDAY CO-OPS BELOW! WE DELIVER ON FRIDAY TO YOUR HOME, OFFICE, OR A CO-OP NEAR YOU Please tell your friends! Interested in joining one or forming a co-op in your neighborhood? Please call Tina at 727-515-9469. You need only one other person beside yourself to become a co-op and qualify for discounted delivery. JUST LOOK AT ALL THESE LOCATIONS! Details on co-ops….
- Clearwater in vicinity of Lakeview Rd. & S. Keene Road
- Brightwater Community in the vicinity of 4th St. N. & 112th Ave. N
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at 54th Ave. S. & US 19 S.
- CVS Pharmacy parking lot at Starkey Road & Park Blvd.
- Derby Lane parking lot on St. Pete side of Gandy Bridge
- Disston Heights neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 51st St. N.
- Edgemoor neighborhood at west end of Southwest Blvd.
- Girls Inc. in Pinellas Park at 7700 61st St. N.
- Gulfport Library at 5501 28th Ave. S.
- 1- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 9th Ave. N.E. & Bay St. N.E.
- 2- Historic Old Northeast neighborhood near 24th Ave. N. & 13th St. N.
- Jungle Terrace neighborhood near 28th Ave. N & 80th St. N.
- Magnolia Heights in vicinity of 32nd Ave. N. & 10th St. N.
- Maximo neighborhood in vicinity of 45th Ave. S. & 35th Way S.
- Northeast Park neighborhood near 8th St. N.E. & 38th Ave. N.E.
- Northwest Park neighborhood near 26th Ave. N. & 56th Way N.
- Old Southeast neighborhood near 17 Ave. S.E. and Bay St. S.E.
- Pasadena Ave. & Gulfport Blvd. (Publix parking lot)
- Shore Acres in vicinity of 52 Ave. N.E. & 14th St. N.E.
- Tyrone Park in the vicinity of 61st St. N. & 9th Ave. N.
- Ulmerton & Starkey Road (Rally station)
- Vicinity of 49th Street N. & US 19 (site tbd)
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to expand our delivery network and attract like-minded folks who want the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced CHEMICAL-FREE foods possible!