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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 NOW Open - Aug. 6, 2012
Keys to a Successful Purchase
Please look for the signs: 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. You also won’t get contacted on Thursday about delivery because your order does not exist. Hope this helps!
Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays.
Pass the word please… WE DO NOT CLOSE FOR THE SUMMER.
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
VISIT our Summer Blog from last summer’s adventure reading “Animal, Vegetable, Miracles” by Barbara Kingsolver. Let’s revive this summer book club and post our reflections. Email tlevy@tampabay.rr.com if you want to be invited to become an “author” on this summer blog.
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
INSURE FRESHNESS OF YOUR RAW MILK PURCHASES
Special thanks to Pam Lunn of The Dancing Goat for publishing this important advice on “How to maintain freshness of raw milk” This is a great one-page document to print and attach to your refrigerator.
NEW GROWER
Welcome to new grower SmartEater formed by (our lead volunteer) Rita Sewell to share her gluten free bread with our customers. It is “better than great” especially with its introductory pricing this week. We’ve all been eating it for months and finally convinced Rita to take the plunge and produce this very flavorful, gluten-free, nutrient-dense energy bread for the St. Petersburg Community.
THEY’RE BACK!
Welcome back to Urban Oleo for the next several weeks with a bounty of avocados. Stephanie and Mindy Alvord joined our Market last summer to share their amazing avocados and, in the fall, their citrus with the St. Petersburg community.
BLACK ANGUS
The 100% grass-fed ground beef delivered by Lake Kersey Farms continues to impress our customers. Thank you for the positive feedback! We plan to get roasts, chops, steaks, and soup bones, etc. in the future. These Black Angus are fed NO grain within any phase of their life span. What kind of cuts would you be interested in? Please email me at tlevy@tampabay.rr.com. In a few weeks, I will be contacting the Watson’s to determine what cuts are available.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – Aug. 11, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
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 - July 30, 2012
FISH, CHICKEN, AND BEEF, ALL LOCAL, ALL ON OUR MARKET THIS WEEK!
Local chickens, fresh juices & nutritious sprouts are back on the Market this week!
Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays.
Pass the word please… WE DO NOT CLOSE FOR THE SUMMER.
Please visit our Summer Blog from last summer’s adventure reading “Animal, Vegetable, Miracles” by Barbara Kingsolver. Let’s revive this summer book club and post our reflections. Email tlevy@tampabay.rr.com if you want to be invited to become an “author” on this summer blog.
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
COMING IN AUGUST, FROM LAKE KERSEY FARMS
Our Market offerings of 100% grass-fed Black Angus beef now includes roasts, chops, steaks, soup bones, etc. The Watson’s steer are fed NO GRAIN at anytime prior to their processing. I am trying to get an idea of how many folks want me to get pricing and offer these items on our Market. Please send me an email and, optionally, include the cuts you would be interested in purchasing.
INTRO PRICING (even lower than last week) ON COFFEE THIS WEEK
Many of you have sampled Java Planet Organic Coffee Roasters locally roasted organic coffee beans through our Market and we now have full pound bags for your convenience. We priced them considerably lower than local stores to encourage you to support our Market this summer. Enjoy it fresh, black, and hot or iced! It is not only USDA Certified Organic, it is Fair Trade Certified too.
THEY’RE BACK!
Welcome back to “Peaceful Plate” & “Urban Greens”. Our Market has missed their healthy & nutritious offerings! Welcome back also to “Suncoast Food Alliance”, delivering heritage birds from Seely’s Ark in Dunnellon.
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – Aug. 4, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
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 - July 23, 2012
INTRO PRICING ON FRESH LOCALLY ROASTED CERTIFIED ORGANIC & FAIR TRADE CERTIFIED COFFEE BEANS
See details below on tonight’s cooking demo at Savory Spice Shop featuring Chef Emily Golden Drews.
Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays.
Pass the word please… WE DO NOT CLOSE FOR THE SUMMER.
Please visit our Summer Blog from last summer’s adventure reading “Animal, Vegetable, Miracles” by Barbara Kingsolver. Let’s revive this summer book club and post our reflections. Email tlevy@tampabay.rr.com if you want to be invited to become an “author” on this summer blog.
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
BLACK ANGUS
The 100% grass-fed ground beef delivered by Lake Kersey Farms went over really big last week with our customers. Our plan is to continue this arrangement. Customer feedback on the beef would be greatly appreciated. The taste is distinctively Black Angus!
INTRO PRICING ON COFFEE THIS WEEK
Many of you have sampled Java Planet Organic Coffee Roasters locally roasted coffee beans through our Market and we now have full pound bags for your convenience. We priced them just a bit lower than local stores to encourage you to support our Market this summer. Enjoy it fresh, black, and hot or iced! It is not only USDA Certified Organic, it is Fair Trade Certified too.
VELOURIA FARMS RETURNS
Welcome back to Chris Tisch of Velouria Farms. Chris has returned with his renowned pepper medley, black eyed peas, and fresh eggs!
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – July 28, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
COOKING DEMO TONIGHT!! – July 23, 2012 from 6:30 pm – 8 pm. Slow Food Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg’s Savory Spice Shop will co-sponsor a talk and cooking demo by Chef Emily Golden called “Sweet Fruit and Savory Spice". The presentation will be followed by a tasting of dishes prepared by Golden, proprietor of Mindful Meals, a whole-foods delivery service. Event begins promptly at 6:30 @ Savory Spice Shop, 400 Beach Dr. NE, (4th St. between Beach Dr. & 1st Ave.), St. Petersburg. Cost: $10 (all proceeds benefit Slow Food Tampa Bay) Reservations recommended: info@slowfoodtampabay.org.
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 - July 16, 2012

BEEF IS BACK! Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
NEW GROWER
The Watson’s of Lake Kersey Farms bring us Black Angus 100% grassfed beef! I had it for lunch today and the taste is distinctively Black Angus. If you’ve tasted Black Angus anything then you are no doubt salivating at this point. Introductory pricing this week of 6.99 per pound!
THEY’RE BACK!
Welcome back to “Organically Inclined” and “Maximo Seafood Shack” and their fresh offerings for your healthy lifestyle. “Peaceful Plate” and “Urban Greens” remain on vacation. Several other urban Growers are regrouping and intend to return when their crops are ready within the next few weeks. WE DO NOT CLOSE FOR THE SUMMER.
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – July 21, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required, but these classes are starting to fill up and it would help us to prepare enough materials.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
COOKING DEMO – July 23, 2012 from 6:30 pm – 8 pm. Slow Food Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg’s Savory Spice Shop will co-sponsor a talk and cooking demo by Chef Emily Golden called “Sweet Fruit and Savory Spice". The presentation will be followed by a tasting of dishes prepared by Golden, proprietor of Mindful Meals, a whole-foods delivery service. Event begins promptly at 6:30 @ Savory Spice Shop, 400 Beach Dr. NE, (4th St. between Beach Dr. & 1st Ave.), St. Petersburg. Cost: $10 (all proceeds benefit Slow Food Tampa Bay) Reservations recommended: info@slowfoodtampabay.org.
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 - July 9, 2012

Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
THEY’LL BE BACK!
Not to worry, “Organically Inclined” and “Maximo Seafood Shack” will be back on the Market next week! “Peaceful Plate” and “Urban Greens” are on vacation. Several other urban Growers are regrouping and intend to return when their crops are ready within the next few weeks. WE DO NOT CLOSE FOR THE SUMMER.
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
ARE YOU PARTICIPATING?
Take just three steps to become Keep St. Pete Local’s (KSPL) “Greatest Local Lover” Award Winner of over $3500 in prizes!
#1. Effective immediately, begin shopping at KSPL member businesses, listed in KPSL’s business directory
and SAVE all your receipts through July 15th. (You’ll find St. Pete Locally Grown listed under “Eating & Drinking: Markets”)!
#2. By July 18th, register to compete for over $3500 in prizes. Be prepared to submit your receipts if you are one of the three top spenders. Details on registration to follow.
#3. Be sure to read all rules and regs on KSPL’s website. You don’t want any technicalities coming between you and $3500 in prizes!
Good Luck to everyone and thank you for helping to sustain St. Petersburg’s local economy. Your patronage of local businesses is worth even more than the dollars you spend. Your support of local entrepreneurs lifts the spirits of those striving to build sustainable businesses in St. Petersburg. Even better, you shift focus from the plague of Walmarts back to main street grass roots businesses where it belongs. Hurray! Thank you KSPL for this important event.
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – July 14, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required, but these classes are starting to fill up and it would help us to prepare enough materials.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
SUNDAY WORKSHOP – July 15, 2012 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm. “Easy Beginnings for a Family Garden” with Nathan Levy Cost is $50 for couples OR $35 for singles. NO CHARGE for children under 18. Children must be accompanied by adult(s) and adult supervision is required. Nathan will guide you and your family through steps to get your “kid-friendly” garden started. Successfully producing your own food comes from learning how to handle weeds, dealing with the bugs, watering your seeds, and nourishing the soil. There are jobs for everyone! Watch our Calendar of Events for other posted dates. This class will be held one Sunday a month.
COOKING DEMO – July 23, 2012 from 6:30 pm – 8 pm. Slow Food Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg’s Savory Spice Shop will co-sponsor a talk and cooking demo by Chef Emily Golden called “Sweet Fruit and Savory Spice". The presentation will be followed by a tasting of dishes prepared by Golden, proprietor of Mindful Meals, a whole-foods delivery service. Event begins promptly at 6:30 @ Savory Spice Shop, 400 Beach Dr. NE, (4th St. between Beach Dr. & 1st Ave.), St. Petersburg. Cost: $10 (all proceeds benefit Slow Food Tampa Bay) Reservations recommended: info@slowfoodtampabay.org.
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!
Happy Fourth of July

Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
HEADS UP! MEMBERSHIP FEE INCREASE As previously explained, next Monday, July 9th, our Market membership fee increases to $50 per year per family. If you have not yet paid your membership fee, next Wednesday noon is the deadline date for getting the old rate of $35. You have the option to prepay your membership fee at any time. Simply go online and PREPAY $35 into your account using your credit card BEFORE WEDNESDAY NOON. Or you can put a comment in this week’s order requesting that the $35 fee be added to your invoice to be paid with delivery.
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
NEW GROWER JOINS OUR MARKET
Welcome to Leonard Gilman & Family of Imperial Gardens who join us with great possiblities of fruits. What a wonderful addition to our Market Grower base! Be on the lookout for their product postings very soon.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
LOCAL CONTEST LAUNCHED ON JUNE 30TH!
Take just three steps to become Keep St. Pete Local’s (KSPL) “Greatest Local Lover” Award Winner of over $3500 in prizes!
#1. Effective immediately, begin shopping at KSPL member businesses, listed in KPSL’s business directory
and SAVE all your receipts through July 15th. (You’ll find St. Pete Locally Grown listed under “Eating & Drinking: Markets”)!
#2. By July 18th, register to compete for over $3500 in prizes. Be prepared to submit your receipts if you are one of the three top spenders. Details on registration to follow.
#3. Be sure to read all rules and regs on KSPL’s website. You don’t want any technicalities coming between you and $3500 in prizes!
Good Luck to everyone and thank you for helping to sustain St. Petersburg’s local economy. Your patronage of local businesses is worth even more than the dollars you spend. Your support of local entrepreneurs lifts the spirits of those striving to build sustainable businesses in St. Petersburg. Even better, you shift focus from the plague of Walmarts back to main street grass roots businesses where it belongs. Hurray! Thank you KSPL for this important event.
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – July 7, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required, but these classes are starting to fill up and it would help us to prepare enough materials.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
SUNDAY WORKSHOP – July 15, 2012 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm. “Easy Beginnings for a Family Garden” with Nathan Levy Cost is $50 for couples OR $35 for singles. NO CHARGE for children under 18. Children must be accompanied by adult(s) and adult supervision is required. Nathan will guide you and your family through steps to get your “kid-friendly” garden started. Successfully producing your own food comes from learning how to handle weeds, dealing with the bugs, watering your seeds, and nourishing the soil. There are jobs for everyone! Watch our Calendar of Events for other posted dates. This class will be held one Sunday a month.
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 - June 25, 2012 - Rabbit Legs & Roasting Chickens

Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? Read: A Volunteer’s Perspective on volunteering in Nathan Levy’s garden. Then call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
GREAT REASONS TO EAT LOCAL Read about the Benefits for your body
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
CHECK FOR FREE SAMPLES & NEW PRODUCTS THIS WEEK
NEW GROWER JOINS OUR MARKET
Welcome to Richard & Jeni Duncan of Sustainable Me who join us with a rainbow of eggs from their urban farm in Pinellas Park where they are striving towards living off the grid using solar power. I am hoping to convince them to present a Fall lecture on that very subject for our inquisitive Market Community.
INTRODUCING RABBIT LEG MEAT THIS WEEK
Will try to have these every other week so please stock up, on this and chicken, for the next few weeks. Dave and Beth Seely have operated the Seely’s Ark rabbit farm in Dunnellon, Florida since 1986. They produce high quality, ranch raised rabbit that is hand processed at their USDA inspected small humane facility—the Southeast’s only U.S. Department of Agriculture-approved rabbit processing plant. They sell to five-star restaurants and cruise ships. Rabbit is extremely popular with Europeans and Canadians who flock to Florida each winter. They come to us through Suncoast Food Alliance where you can link to several articles of interest on Beth Seely. Here’s one now! Read about Beth Seeley in this article from 2005.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
LOCAL CONTEST LAUNCHES ON JUNE 30TH!
We are a member of a great local organization called Keep St. Pete Local which has been established to serve a valuable Mission of promoting local and independent businesses. KSPL is holding a contest. If you shop at KSPL member businesses and outspend other shoppers from June 30 to July 15, you will be crowned St. Pete’s Greatest Local Lover and win over $3,000 in prizes. Shopping on stpete.locallygrown.net’s Market counts! Check out contest rules and regs on Keep St. Pete Local’s “Greatest Local Lover Contest”. Please share this link with friends, family, and other businesses to unite in supporting our local economy. It makes dollars and “sense”!
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – June 30, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required, but these classes are starting to fill up and it would help us to prepare enough materials.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. Seeds from prior harvests will be available. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
SUNDAY WORKSHOP – July 15, 2012 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm. “Easy Beginnings for a Family Garden” with Nathan Levy Cost is $50 for couples OR $35 for singles. NO CHARGE for children under 18. Children must be accompanied by adult(s) and adult supervision is required. Nathan will guide you and your family through steps to get your “kid-friendly” garden started. Successfully producing your own food comes from learning how to handle weeds, dealing with the bugs, watering your seeds, and nourishing the soil. There are jobs for everyone! Watch our Calendar of Events for other posted dates. This class will be held one Sunday a month.
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!
LOCAL CONTEST LAUNCHES ON JUNE 30TH!
LOCAL CONTEST LAUNCHES ON JUNE 30TH!
We’ve got some exciting news to share with those of you who are committed to supporting St. Petersburg’s business community. We are a member of a great local organization called Keep St. Pete Local which has been established to serve a valuable Mission of promoting local and independent businesses. In keeping with their enthusiastic approach to everything they do, KSPL is holding a contest. If you shop at KSPL member businesses and outspend other shoppers from June 30 to July 15, you will be crowned St. Pete’s Greatest Local Lover and win over $3,000 in prizes. Shopping on stpete.locallygrown.net’s Market counts!
Check out contest rules and regs on Keep St. Pete Local"s Greatest Local Lover Contest. Please share this email with friends, family, and other businesses to unite in supporting our local economy. It makes dollars and “sense”!
We thank Keep St. Pete Local for all they do! Find them on the web and on Facebook.
Market NOW Open - June 18, 2012

Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays
SORRY, NO ROASTING CHICKENS THIS WEEK.
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? Read: A Volunteer’s Perspective on volunteering in Nathan Levy’s garden. Then call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
GREAT REASONS TO EAT LOCAL Read about the Benefits for your body
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
FREE SAMPLES THIS WEEK
From HerbalWise, Java Planet and Nathan’s Natural Veggies.
NEW PRODUCT THIS WEEK
The Dancing Goat is now offering Raw Cow Yogurt in addition to their Goat Yogurt.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
SATURDAY WORKSHOP – June 23, 2012 from 1 pm – 3 pm. “Summer Vegetable Growing in St. Petersburg” with Nathan Levy. Cost is $35 per individual OR pay $25 each when you bring a friend. (price includes copy of “What We’ve Learned”) RSVP is not required, but these classes are starting to fill up and it would help us to prepare enough materials.
Do you want to eat fresh greens and vegetables all summer long? Nathan will show you how to grow them in your own backyard even in extreme heat. Learn:
- Which plants from around the world flourish in 90 degree weather
- How to plant in full sun or under trees
- How to save time and money watering and weeding
- How to deal with summer pests
A great workshop for those who don’t want to give up greens and fresh homegrown vegetables this summer. This 2-hour workshop is jam-packed with information to help your garden flourish despite the summer heat. LOCATION: Nathan’s Backyard Garden, 5305 20th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33714 QUESTIONS: Call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
SUNDAY WORKSHOP – July 15, 2012 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm. “Easy Beginnings for a Family Garden” with Nathan Levy Cost is $50 for couples OR $35 for singles. NO CHARGE for children under 18. Children must be accompanied by adult(s) and adult supervision is required. Nathan will guide you and your family through steps to get your “kid-friendly” garden started. Successfully producing your own food comes from learning how to handle weeds, dealing with the bugs, watering your seeds, and nourishing the soil. There are jobs for everyone! Watch our Calendar of Events for other posted dates. This class will be held one Sunday a month.
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 - June 11, 2012

Market opens Mondays @ 5 PM and closes Wednesdays @ NOON. We deliver on Fridays
WE CARRY ROASTING CHICKENS. WE ARE NOT CARRYING BEEF RIGHT NOW.
Please make all checks payable to “STPETE LOCALLY GROWN”. Thank you!
Where to Find Us
VISIT OUR Weblog page & Calendar of Events: http://stpete.locallygrown.net/weblog
CHECK OUT our Market Community Blog on Google: stpetelocallygrownnet.blogspot.com Learn to cook the familiar AND unfamiliar; like to author on our blog? send your request to tlevy@tampabay.rr.com.
Please LIKE US… On Facebook and tell your friends about us!
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? Read: A Volunteer’s Perspective on volunteering in Nathan Levy’s garden. Then call Nathan at 727-403-1655.
GREAT REASONS TO EAT LOCAL Read about the Benefits for your body
Ready to Order?
Message from Market Manager
SUBMITTING AN ORDER?
Remember to click the “Submit Order” button at the bottom of your shopping cart or your order will not go through. If you do not get an email immediately after placing your order, it is likely that you did not click the button. Call Market Manager at 727-515-9469 for help.
FREE SAMPLES THIS WEEK
From HerbalWise, Java Planet and Nathan’s Natural Veggies.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS!
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? on the third bullet item. 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.
Upcoming Events
NO SATURDAY WORKSHOP NEXT WEEKEND
SUNDAY WORKSHOP – Father’s Day, June 17, 2012 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm. “Easy Beginnings for a Family Garden” with Nathan Levy Cost is $50 for couples OR $35 for singles. NO CHARGE for children under 18. Children must be accompanied by adult(s) and adult supervision is required. Nathan will guide you and your family through steps to get your “kid-friendly” garden started. Successfully producing your own food comes from learning how to handle weeds, dealing with the bugs, watering your seeds, and nourishing the soil. There are jobs for everyone! This is a great family outing for Dad and the entire family. Watch our Calendar of Events for other posted dates. This class will be held one Sunday a month.
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!