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Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday!
Thank you to those who have already placed orders!
Market pickup for September 17th will be at the Crossfit PURE location!
Thank you to Karen Ditmars for volunteering to assist me in getting the orders from Lawrenceville to our pickup! Sarah will be on vacation, so you all will have to put up with me as Market Coordinator on Thursday! Look forward to seeing everyone!~Maryanne
Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! At the present time we are more than 1/2 way to minimum! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
‘A Star is Born’
Yes, our own Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm was filmed at his Farm, with his chickens and his youngest son, Jordan, by Piedmont Healthcare explaining why Eggs from Pasture Raised Hens are superior to eggs one can buy at the Supermarket! Great job, Greg! Thank you for producing such great products for our Members!
Also here is a great “Infographic” about egg labeling and what the label really means. (This infographic was created by takepart and shared by Sarah, the Healthy Home Economist. Both of these links would be great to share with co-workers, family, friends (or whomever) that doesn’t quite ‘get’ the importance of Knowing Your Farmer!!
Tidbits
Jay Parsons of Dances with Bees is offering a Introduction to BeeKeeping Class on September 16th at Rancho Alegre Farm in Dacula. Be sure and check out the specifics – it is listed on the Market Page; however, since the event is September 16th, please do NOT order on the Market! Contact Jay directly if you would like to attend this class! He can be reached at 404-379-7621.
Be sure and check out the Creamed Honey from Dances With Bees that is on Special this week!
Last week, Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm made the trip to the processing plant in KY and Chicken Pre-Orders will be delivered this week. All Pre-Orders must be picked up this week regardless of whether you order items for current week pickup! Whole Chickens and Parts are still available, but you know Chicken sells out quickly! Greg always has chickens growing, but it takes time and there is usually lag time between processing runs! Stock up now! Also check out Bacon Ends and Pieces on Special this week!
Ahhhh, cooler weather! Hopefully the high 80’s and 90 degree weather is behind us! Our Farmers are busy harvesting the last of their summer crops and caring for the Fall and early Winter Crops! Soon we will be seeing the fruits of those labors! With a little cooler temps, some of the late summer crops may come back – it is up to Mother Nature! Be patient, please! Our Farmers are passionate about bringing us the best!
A note about Eggs from Little Tots… Rusty increased his flock to offer our Members eggs and some of the hens have reached maturity and are now producing eggs; however, please understand that these eggs are smaller than the eggs you are used to purchasing. As the hens continue to mature, the eggs will increase in size but due to the breed of chicken will never be as large as those available from Rocky Acres. Rusty has many hens that are still growing and will be producing within the next couple of months. I suggest you order early if you want eggs from Little Tots. Of course Eggs from both Rocky Acres and Little Tots Estate are from pasture raised hens who scratch and peck, eat bugs and generally do “chicken things”. They are supplemented with Organic, Soy Free feed.
My Daily Bread is offering their awesome Chocolate Zucchini Bread on Special this week! Dabrielle’s recipe results in a deliciously moist, rich dark chocolate sweet bread that is perfect with Tea, Coffee or a big glass of fresh milk! The little ones will not even know there is a healthy veggie hidden in this treat! Both the large loaf and the small loaf are on Special! Order an extra to put in the freezer!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
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Azure Standard
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, September 14th at Noon
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337
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Market Pickup September 17th
Market pickup for September 17th will be at the Crossfit PURE location! Thank you to Karen Ditmars for volunteering to assist me in getting the orders from Lawrenceville to our pickup! Sarah will be on vacation, so you all will have to put up with me as Market Coordinator on Thursday! Look forward to seeing everyone!
~Maryanne
The Market is Open...Come on in
Raw Cow Milk
Last Spring I let everyone know that our Milk orders had dropped and if our orders did not ‘rebound’, it would be necessary for Sam to increase the price of Raw Cow Milk or stop delivering to our Markets. Effective this week:
Raw Cow Milk for Pets 1/2 gallon glass $4.25
Raw Cow Milk for Pets 1/2 gallon plastic $5.25
The Market is now Open…Happy Shopping!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
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Azure Standard
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, September 14th at Noon
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337
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PLEASE READ!! Important Market Information
Happy Labor Day!
Market Closes at 8:00pm TONIGHT!
Thank you to those who have already placed orders!
Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! At the present time we are a little more than 1/2 way to minimum! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
Request for Volunteers
Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! At the present time we are a little more than 1/2 way to minimum! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
Next week, September 17th Market, Sarah and her husband Tyler will be hiking and camping. As most of you are aware, Sarah brings all of the orders from the Lawrenceville Market to the Crossfit PURE Market location. While I am able to setup and work the Market, it is not physically possible for me to pack and unpack the many coolers and boxes to get them to Market. Also, my little Mazda 626 is just not big enough to handle the crates, boxes and coolers. I am asking for 1 or 2 Volunteers to come to the Lawrenceville Market on Thursday, September 17th at 12:30, help receive orders from the Growers, check in orders, organize, pack and load coolers, crates and boxes in your (hopefully large) vehicle, drive to Crossfit PURE, unload and help organize for Market. If that is not a possibility, then Market pickup for September 17th will be at the Lawrenceville location or we will cancel the Market for the week. If you are interested in helping out, please contact me at 404-432-4337. I must know by Thursday, September 10th!
Tidbits
Jay Parsons of Dances with Bees is offering a Introduction to BeeKeeping Class on September 16th at Rancho Alegre Farm is Dacula. Be sure and check out the specifics – it is listed on the Market Page!
Chicken is still available for Pre-Order but is going quickly! Be sure and get your order in this week. Pre-Orders will be delivered on September 17th.
With the heat and humidity of August, veggie production slowed quite radically as evidenced by the offerings on the Market. It is so tough being a Veggie Farmer and I am grateful that there are those who take this task willingly! Besides fighting weeds which seem to take on a life of their own in the later part of the summer season, the Farmers are also busy preparing the soil, planning and planting for the Fall and early Winter Crops! Soon we will be seeing the fruits of those labors! With a little cooler temps, some of the late summer crops may come back – it is up to Mother Nature! Be patient, please! Our Farmers are passionate about bringing us the best!
A note about Eggs from Little Tots… Rusty increased his flock to offer our Members eggs and some of the hens have reached maturity and are now producing eggs; however, please understand that these eggs are smaller than the eggs you are used to purchasing. As the hens continue to mature, the eggs will increase in size but due to the breed of chicken will never be as large as those available from Rocky Acres. Rusty has many hens that are still growing and will be producing within the next couple of months. I suggest you order early if you want eggs from Little Tots
Got Milk?
Remember to order Raw Cow Milk from Cedar Rock Dairy and Raw Goat Milk from Little Tots Estate! Fresh, raw milk … for your Pets! All Raw Milk products are labeled “For Pet Consumption Only”, in accordance with the Georgia Department of Agriculture regulations. This is the only way that Raw Milk can legally be sold in the state of Georgia!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
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Order now since you are just a click way!
Azure Standard
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, September 14th at Noon
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337
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Market is Open! Come on in...
The Market is now Open…Happy Shopping!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Order now since you are just a click way!
Azure Standard
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, September 14th at Noon
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337
This Group on Facebook will keep you up to date on the “happenings” with this service!
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Thank you for taking the time to read this bit of information!
Tidbits and Reminder to Order!
Market Closes at 8:00pm TONIGHT!
Thank you to those who have already placed orders!
Markets close at 8:00pm Monday. Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! At the present time we are a little more than 1/2 of the way to minimum! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
Tidbits
Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has listed Chicken for Pre-Order this week! Whole Chicken, Boneless Skinless Breasts, Bone-in Breasts, Cut-up Whole Chickens, Chicken Livers are all available. Items will be available for pickup at the Market on September 17th. (Please note, my original post with a delivery date of September 10th was in error) Get your orders in soon so you don’t miss out on this opportunity.
I can hardly believe that today is the last day of August! Where did the Summer go? The Holidays will be upon us before we know it and this is a reminder to get your orders in for your Holiday Meats! Greg still has some reservations available for Turkeys and Hams. Reserve your pasture raised Holiday Meat now!
My Daily Bread is back this week! Bruce’s surgery was quite successful and he is once again his ‘Energizer Bunny’ self! Dabrielle is no ‘slacker’ but comments frequently that Bruce runs circles around her! Amazing couple – producing/creating excellent quality Bakery items and other ‘Foodstuffs’ for our families!
Shalley and David Carrell of Carrell Farms are back from a well-deserved vacation! Have you tried Water Buffalo or Alpaca? For an introduction to Alpaca, I suggest the Sweet Italian Alpaca Sausage or the Cranberry Sage Alpaca Sausage! If you are a maker of Bone Broth, be sure and try the Water Buffalo Soup Bones! They make a rich hearty Broth!
Kathy Barnes of So-Koi is offering Certified Organic Bourbon Vanilla Extract for Pre-order! GMO/Gluten/Sugar Free this extract comes from the isle of Reunion, formerly known as the Isle of Bourbon, off the coast of Madagascar. Sounds like a perfect addition to any pantry!
Jay Parsons of Dances with Bees is offering a Beekeeping 101 Class! Jay is extremely knowledgeable about Bees and all things related to Bees. This class is an excellent opportunity to explore what Beekeeping is all about and decide if it is something you have an interest in pursuing additional classes.
Jay is offering a Special this week on a combo pack of Raspberry Creamed Honey and Unflavored Creamed Honey! Perfect topping for Toast or Waffles!
Got Milk?
Remember to order Raw Cow Milk from Cedar Rock Dairy and Raw Goat Milk from Little Tots Estate! Fresh, raw milk … for your Pets! All Raw Milk products are labeled “For Pet Consumption Only”, in accordance with the Georgia Department of Agriculture regulations. This is the only way that Raw Milk can legally be sold in the state of Georgia!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Order now since you are just a click way!
Azure Standard
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, September 14th at Noon
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337
This Group on Facebook will keep you up to date on the “happenings” with this service!
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My Daily Bread items now listed!
Whoops!
The wonderful Bakery items from My Daily Bread did not get activated at Market opening! If you have already ordered and missed your Bakery goodies, you can place a second order! Check out their Breads, Cookies, Tortillas, Jams, Jellies, Cheese Dips and Spreads! Your orders will be ready for you at Market pickup on Thursday! Don’t miss out!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
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Market is Open! Come on in...
The Market is now Open…Happy Shopping!
Tidbits
Thank you for your prayers! Bruce came through surgery wonderfully well and is feeling quite good. He is back home and already working in the Bakery. Check out all of the goodness from My Daily Bread! Both Dabrielle and Bruce are so grateful for our Market Community and our prayers!
Shalley and David Carrell of Carrell Farms are back from vacation! Be sure and check out their listing for Water Buffalo and Alpaca!
Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has listed Chicken Products for Pre-Orders this week. They will be delivered September 10th.
Once again, I am reminding you to place your orders for Holiday Turkeys and or Hams. The Turkeys are on the Farm and growing. Greg has some reservations left; however, when those are gone, there will be no extras for last minute purchase!
Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Order now since you are just a click way!
Azure Standard
Azure Standard Pickup: Monday, September 14th at Noon
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337
This Group on Facebook will keep you up to date on the “happenings” with this service!
Azure Standard Lawrenceville Drop Information: My Azure Standard Drop Lawrenceville
Thank you for taking the time to read this bit of information!
Countdown to Close...
Market Closes at 8:00pm TONIGHT!
Thank you to those who have already placed orders!
Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! As of this time, orders are slightly less than 1/2 the minimum needed. For the last 3 weeks, orders have fallen below minimum; however, Sarah has very generously offered to pick up your items, deliver to Crossfit PURE, set up and be available for Members to pick up their items. If orders continue to fall below minimum, we will re-evaluate the Hamilton Mill location and make any necessary changes. Please share the Market with family, neighbors, co-workers and friends!
Be sure and get your order in and thank you for your support.
Take me to Hamilton Mill Market
Hamilton Mill Members
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
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Hop on over to the Hamilton Mill Market
Please know that we appreciate the support of Crossfit PURE for the use of the great space for Market. We are grateful for you and for your support of our dedicated, LOCAL Farmers/Growers and Artisans.
Order now since you are just a click way!
Happy shopping!
Be sure and get your order in and thank you for your support.
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Order now since you are just a click way!
Have you placed your order? Market closes Monday at 8:00pm
Market Closes Monday at 8:00pm!
Thank you to those who have already placed orders!
Tidbits and News
Tidbits and News
Dabrielle and Bruce of My Daily Bread have no items listed on the Market this week. Bruce is having surgery on Wednesday (I mistakenly reported it was Thursday). Please keep him in your prayers as well as Dabrielle, their son Brandon and the Doctor and staff who will be performing his surgery. We wish you well, Bruce!
Marie of Bakery on Brooks will no longer be baking for the Market. This is most unfortunate for all of us. Please keep her in your prayers for the healing of her ulcers.
The end of Summer is fast approaching and we can see this in the decrease in the availability of Summer Produce! Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has helped us out by adding some produce that he has available! The Cherokee Purple, German Johnson and Yellow Giants are all Heirloom Varieties and delicious. When Greg was delivering last week and he opened the ‘tomato cooler’, the wonderful aroma took me back to the garden! What a wonderful smell and the Tomatoes are delicious! Be sure and check out all of the Veggies our Local Farmers have listed this week! Lots of Eggplants, Peppers, Cucumbers, Collards, Kale, Okra!
I admit to an addiction to ga sourdough CRACKERS! Tracy has really nailed the crunch, the taste and just the right amount of salt! Although I am Gluten Free, I find that I can eat these little snacks (in moderation) and not have any issues!
Jay Parsons of Dances with Bees is offering a Beekeeping 101 Class! Jay is extremely knowledgeable about Bees and all things related to Bees. This class is an excellent opportunity to explore what Beekeeping is all about and decide if it is something you have an interest in pursuing additional classes.
Shalley and David Carrell of Carrell Farmswill be back next week. They are on vacation – which is a rare treat!
I have spoken with Tammy Burnell of Burnell Farms and they plan to rejoin the Market at the beginning of October. Currently they are involved in Open Air Farmers’ Markets and are working on opening their own small Market near their Farm!
Morris Cleveland of Healing Earth Farm will be back with us as soon as he has items ready to harvest. I will let you know as soon as he returns.
I spoke with Vicky Fry of Fry Farm on Friday. Although Vicky does have other items growing, her listed items only reflect a few. This is because Vicky and Steve do not want to disappoint anyone if items ordered are not ready for harvest on Market Day. I have suggested to Vicky that she let me know on Wednesday what additional items will be harvested prior to Market on Thursday. In my ‘Market Day reminder email’ on Thursday morning, I will let you know what will be available from Fry Farm at Market. This is a heads up, so you can budget for extras!
Please note that Rusty of Little Tots Estate has now listed eggs on the Market! He has Copper Maran Hens which produce dark brown eggs. He also has chickens that produce blue eggs and green eggs as well. His hens live in the pasture and receive Organic Feed as a supplement.
The Black Lab is currently enjoying a vacation in Ohio with my brother, his wife and their Brittney Spaniel, Doyle. It was a difficult and painful decision to make; however, it is temporary and I know how well loved and cared for he will be until I am in a position to bring him home.
I humbly ask for your prayers for me. At present I am faced with challenges that seem to be overwhelming; however, I am confident that with God’s blessings and grace all will be well. Please pray that God will guide me on His path and give me wisdom, discernment, peace of mind and financial stability. Please know that I appreciate your prayers on my behalf.
Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!
Pickup Location
Crossfit PURE
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit PURE
1342 Auburn Rd.
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map
Order now since you are just a click way!