Westford Farmers Market on the Common

The Westford Farmers Market is dedicated to educating its supporters - both young and seasoned - about topics related to its mission. Programs include:

Coop Troupe Puppet Theater - green-inspired shows for children (coming in early August)
Green Living on the Green (formerly Education Tent) - insight, ideas, and tips for living and promoting a sustainable lifestyle
Community Organization Table - local organizations that promote a variety of topics

2011 Children's Activities with Emily Piper and Meadowbrook Farm

July 5: Popsicle stick horse art
July 12: How Does a Veggie Grow?
July 19: Farm Art! A kick-off for the Farm Art Exhibit at the PCA
July 26: Cockadoodle Doo: Chicken Folk Art
August 2: Activities from 4:00-6:00pm
August 9: Coop Troupe Puppet Theater premiere -- "The Barnyard Bard" with healthy eating tips delivered by Shakepearean Chickens
More dates and info coming soon!

2011 Green Living on the Green Schedule:

June 21: Barbara Theriault from Westford Recycling Commission will have materials on recycling resources and composting tips. There will be an Earth Machine composter and a recyling toter on display.
June 27: Erin Taylor from Mass Energy Consumer Alliance will share information about creating renewable energy in Massachusetts through consumer power. Mass Energy is a non-profit advocating and acting in the marketplace on behalf of consumers and the environment. They offer discounted heating oil programs such as New England GreenStart and New England Wind Fund.
July 5: Clio Fisher from The Real Food Campaign (RFC). RFC is educating and collaborating with consumers, farmers, scientists, retailers (grocery stores, community supported agriculture outlets, farmers markets, food coops, etc.) and policy makers about the need for nutrient dense food. Nutrient Dense food is healthier, more vibrant, tastier and has a longer shelf life. (visit website)
July 12: The Westford Spinners shares info on spinning natural fibers to produce yarns for textiles. This group of spinning enthusiasts meet twice monthly at the Westford Museum to spin and chat. Stop by and see how the process works. Ella the Angora bunny will be visiting as well, to assist in demonstrating how her own renewable resources are processed. (visit website)
July 19: Recycled Fiber Arts/Weaving with Penny Lacroix.
July 26: Invasive Plants with Elana Schreiber.
August 2: Erin Taylor from Mass Energy Consumer Alliance will share information about creating renewable energy in Massachusetts through consumer power. Mass Energy is a non-profit advocating and acting in the marketplace on behalf of consumers and the environment. They offer discounted heating oil programs such as New England GreenStart and New England Wind Fund.
September 20: Toxic Use Reduction Institute in Boston. Learn about where to look for toxic chemicals and what alternatives may exist. Simple take home tips on reducing the use of toxics will be on hand as well. Many great resources can be found on our web site at www.turi.org.
October 18: Barbara Theriault from Westford Recycling Commission will have materials on recycling resources and composting tips. There will be an Earth Machine composter and a recyling toter on display.

2011 Community Organization Schedule:

June 21: Healthy Kids Coalition
June 28: Bruce Freeman Trail Group
July 5: Live for Liv Foundation for the Ride (visit website)
July 19: Roudenbush Community Center
August 2: Photo Adventures with Ed Dean - helping children around the world one photo at a time
August 9: Westford Rotary (Pig n Pepper Fest)
August 23: Westford Education Foundation selling mums and First Connections
September 6: Parish Center for the Arts and Fresh Air Fund
September 13: Westford Police and its Child ID program and the Trans-Cape African Project
September 20: Friends of East Boston Camps
September 27: Fresh Air Fund
October 4: Westford Parent Connection and Westford Against Substance Abuse
October 18: Roudenbush Community Center