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This weekend in Montavilla: Events Galore!
You’ll see dozens of glamed-up, punked-out and all-around fun competitors in this Saturday’s derby! What are your weekend plans? There’s a ton of fun to be had in Montavilla! Start out by hiking up Mt....
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It’s the final week to give!
With Your Help, Everybody Eats Healthily! As you may know, the Montavilla Farmers Market offers a SNAP Matching Program for shoppers who use their Oregon Trail/EBT Card (food stamps) at the market. We...
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A Spicy Sunday Ferment – by Gretchan Jackson
Inspired by the gorgeous colors popping out from all directions at the market recently, we decided to do a simple ferment with some of jalapenos and banana peppers from Frog Meadow Farms. We chopped up...
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*Everyone* who gives in the final two days is eligible for great prizes!
With just two days to go, less than $800 stands between us and a fully funded Everybody Eats campaign! Thank you! We’ve had an amazing response to our SNAP match fundraiser so far and we’re almost...
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From the Recipe Box: Fresh Squeezed Bloody Marys – by Leslie Sullivan
I was never a big fan of the bloody mary, until I had it freshly juiced tomatoes. This, right here, is the cocktail that may actually have the power to cure that hangover . . . and give you a new one,...
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Hey Kids! Join the POP Club!
Kids Club Offers Free $5 Produce Coupons! Power of Produce (POP) Club is coming to the farmers market this September! POP Club engages kids in the full market experience, trying new foods, having...
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A Pickling Party for One – by Zoe Hackett
I find myself having tiny pickle parties quite often, especially in late summer when everything is at the peak of freshness. When I see something new pop up, or something I missed in the off-season on...
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The POP Club Power of Veggies-by Mary Diehl
Last Sunday I had the pleasure of volunteering with the Power of Produce Club here at the market. As some of you may have read in your newsletter, POP Club “engages kids in the full market experience,...
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From the Recipe Box: Braised Kale
A field of goodness at Fiddlehead Farm! We promised you a delicious kale recipe last week and we’re here to deliver! Take a stab at this savory, delicious, nutrient-packed dish from our good friend...
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Come Bien (Eat Well) – by Estafania Oliver
Come bien, siéntete mejor El domingo pasado estuve en el Mercado Montavilla y creo, realmente, que es un buen plan para el fin de semana. Uno puede divertirse allí, los niños pueden pasar un buen rato...
View ArticleWelcome Forrest Pritchard, author of Growing Tomorrow
Forrest Pritchard will be at the market this Sunday, October 18th to discuss farmers markets, favorite recipes, and his new book, Growing Tomorrow: A Farm-to-Table Journey in Photos and Recipes. With...
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InTownAg wins Urban Agriculture Innovator Prize
MFM is excited to congratulate Justin Simms at InTownAg on winning an Innovators in Urban Agriculture Prize! This prize is awarded by the International Network for Urban Agriculture and recognizes...
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Join the MFM Board!
Our Board of Directors has three vacancies for next year and we would love to have you consider joining us! If you would like to talk with us more about joining the Board, please contact Joe Connell!...
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Volunteers in the Spotlight: Mary Kate McVey & Neil Mattson
Ever wonder how everything gets set up for market day? With a small staff, we have volunteers like Neil and Mary Kate to thank. “I usually help with set up on Sunday mornings, putting up canopies,...
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Volunteer in the Spotlight: Mary Diehl
This season Mary has been one of the market’s most prolific marketing volunteers. She’s written insightful pieces on her experience of using SNAP and the Everybody Eats program at the market. She has...
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The Food Conversation with FarmCart – by Mary Diehl
Several weeks ago I had the honor of being in the kitchen with Laura Morgan, who is the driving force behind FarmCart. Laura and her crew are nearing completion of their first season serving up...
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Meet the Board: Mary Kate McVey
Mary Kate joined the MFM Board in the autumn of 2015. Mary Kate is currently the Development Director at Friends of Trees. She is in the 7th year of her Development career. She moved to Portland in...
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Sign Up for Community Supported Agriculture!
If you shop farmers markets regularly, you probably know and enjoy the opportunity to meet the farmers who grow your food. Community Supported Agriculture is a way to deepen this connection. This is...
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MFM is hiring!
Do you love the Montavilla Farmers Market and want to get more involved? Now is your chance! We are hiring a Market Assistant for the 2016 season. This position is responsible for set up and tear down...
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Get a Taste of the Market at First Friday
Montavilla First Friday is a monthly celebration of art and music in SE Portland. Neighborhood businesses on Stark Street will stay open late hosting art openings, sales, live music, trunk shows,...
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