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[Highland Park] Farmers' Market Coop of East Liberty Update
by David Lagnese 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

.fontSize1 { font-size:.85em; } .fontSize2 { font-size:1em; } .fontSize3 { font-size:1.25em; }.fontSize4 { font-size:1.6em; } .fontSize5 { font-size:2em; } .fontSize6 { font-size:2.5em; }.fontSize7 { font-size:3em; } Update for Saturday, December 15th We had a very busy day at the market last Saturday.  Thanks to the folks from God's Country Creamery that visited the market.  Thanks also to Sherri Vizzuett from Cinco de Mayo Salsa.  Sherri will be back this week. Coffee Roaster visit- This week our special event will be a visit by TJ Fairchild from Commonplace Coffee.  Commonplace is roasting the beans that we import from Kew Park Coffee Estate in Westmoreland Jamaica.  TJ has recently moved his roastery into the new East End Brewering facility which is now located right in East Liberty.  He will be bringing a small batch roaster with him to do some roasting right at the market.  He will also be brewing some coffee using the pour over method.  So please stop by and say hello to TJ.  He will be there from 9 to 11 am. David Lagnese ******************************************************The Update....Kistaco Farm... Will have a variety of apples and vegetables grown on their farm. Apples varieties- Gala, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Idared, Jonagold, Rome, Empire, Stayman, Winesap, Mutsu.   And of course fresh pressed cider- the best in Pittsburgh.  Local veggies- Red Russian Kale, Cabbage, Broccoli, Winter Squash Fresh baked bread from Wood Street Bread Company is always available.  They pick it up from the bakery real early in the morning so you don't have to. J.L Kennedy Meat StandAs always, the J.L.Kennedy Meat Stand will offer HOLIDAY CUSTOMER APPRECIATION open house goodies this Saturday from 5am-10 or while supplies last!!! Again we're thanking our morning customers with our usual warm punch and holiday snack breads and garlic bologna.... ***SPECIAL ITEMS*** - ULTRA-LEAN GROUND TURKEY- CORNISH HENS- SMOKED PHEASANTS ARE READY!- CAPON ROASTING CHICKENS ANY HOLIDAY ITEMS YOU NEED...PLEASE ORDER ASAP FOR OUR SAT DEC 22 nd pick- up The number at the farm is 724-898-2316. Greenawalt Farm I spoke to Bryan Greenawalt today and he said that items he has this week are very similar to last week. Locally grown items include squash (many varieties), pumpkins, carrots, brussel sprouts, zucchini, onions, celery, brocolli, cauliflower,  several varieties of regular and sweet potatoes.  The regular potatoes include red and purple flesh potatoes as well as white and a yellow flesh.  Special items this week include ground cherries,cabbage sprouts and regular cabbage. Fruit wise-  some local apples. Holiday items include pine branches for decorating.Mention jarred items and dried beans.   Zang's Greenhouse...Locally grown items this week include, brussel sprouts, beets, squash, chipollini onions, celery root, micro greens, parsnips, carrots, mushrooms, shallots, white and red potatoes, and sweet potatoes.  Rick will have fresh spinach, red leaf lettuce and spring salad mix from Harvest Valley Farm that was grown in a high tunnel.Non-local items include eggplants, grapes, cranberries, fresh fennel, garlic, onions, green beans and Florida citrus.Christmas items- wreathes, poinsettas, cycleman, amarylis. Kew Park Coffee Bar- We will have fresh beans that were roasted by Commonplace Coffee Roasters.  Also, will have fresh squeezed tangerine, orange and grapfruit juices. PA Made Cheese- The case is full of locally made cheese  from Clover Creek Cheese Cellar, Hidden Hills Dairy, God's Country Creamery and Riverview Dairy.  We will be making fondue again with chesse from God's Countyr Creamery.  California Connection- We just got in the biodynamically grown almonds and raisins from Marian Farm in California.  We also have organicaly grown dried fruit from Van Dyke Organic Ranch in Gilroy California.  Varieties include apricots, nectarines, pears, plums, and persimmons.  These are great items for holiday baking. We have organic raw walnuts from Rancho La Vina. On the olive oil side, we are waiting anxiously for the early harvest fresh pressed oils.  These are very hard to get shipped this far east, but I am trying hard to get some before Christmas.  I just got cofirmation that we will have it for next Saturday.The Greek Gourmet- will have homemade spinach and meat pies at the market each week- in addition to 20+ flavors of hummus.  Stop by and talk to Jack at the booth.Rebecca Plum Baked Goods- Rebecca will be there with her usual assortment of baked goods. Hand Made items from Uganda- Margaret will be there on Saturday with many hand made items. These make great holiday gifts. BANDY Woodworks is back this week after attending two very successful holiday shows. As always, they'll have children's toys and games, and great items for the home and office (cutting boards, business card holders, etc).  They use local reclaimed and salvaged wood and non-toxic finishes.  Their booth is on the right when you walk in the front door from N. Sheridan, directly across from Greenawalt's.  Preview some of the items carried at the market by visiting www.bandywoodworks.etsy.com. *****************************************************Visit the market's website for information on the market and all the vendors.  You can sign up for a weekly email update. http://www.farmersmarketcooperativeofeastliberty.com/ Also,  check out the video about the market produced by Ths folks at East Liberty Development (ELDI).  It was directed and produced by local film maker Michael Pisano. So a great big thanks Michael and ELDI's Margaret Graham  for producing the video. So please check out the video and share it with others. Here's the link:  vimeo.com/eastlibertypgh/farmersmarket. ********************************************************* The Farmers' Market Cooperative of East Liberty is located at 344 North Sheridan Ave., adjacent to the Home Depot parking lot.  The market operates year round- and is open from 5 AM until 12 noon every Saturday of the year. ----------Farmers' Market Coop of East Liberty is responsible for the content of this email.David Lagnese, 344 North Sheridan Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206Had Enough? No hard feelings. Unsubscribe now or copy and paste the following URL into your browser:http://www.farmersmarketcooperativeofeastliberty.com/mailinglist/re…

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[Highland Park] oat colored loveseat for sale
by Susan Hudachek 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

Very nice oat-colored loveseat for sale by Bauhaus. Good condition. Has/is covered with cover since purchased. $75 you haul. located in Baldwin

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[Highland Park] coach purse!!! $65
by Gianina Romito 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

Small coach Purse! 8 1/2 x 5 1/2. In great condition ! $65 Sent from my iPhone

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[Highland Park] Vera Bradley purse! $40
by Gianina Romito 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

Vera Bradley purse , used but excellent condition! Asking 40.00 Let me know if interested ! Thanks :)) Sent from my iPhone

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[Highland Park] Dooney & Bourke ! Excellent condition $75
by Gianina Romito 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

I have a Dooney and Bourke in excellent condition , paid around 150 asking 75. Was used maybe once. Let me know if your interested ! Sent from my iPhone

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[Highland Park] Has Anyone Used Energy Plus For Electric?
by Carol Briney 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

Hello, Has anyone had any good / bad /or other experiences with Energy Plus? Thank you in advance for sharing them with me. Carol -- Carol A. Briney Plan B Consultant 412.781.8773 http://www.CarolBrineyWorkFromHome.com<http://www.carolbrineyworkfromhome.com/> Our success is measured not only from the money earned or the advancements achieved, but from the lives enhanced, rivers not polluted, children not poisoned, illnesses prevented, health restored, and lives financially transformed. *Miracles happen when you give more time to your dreams than you do to your fears.* * <http://carolbrineyworkfromhome.com> *

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[Highland Park] Women's Citizen Eco watch!!
by Gianina Romito 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

Women's sterling silver citizen Eco watch. Retails over 325.00. All diamonds in tact , comes in box. Asking 175, need quick cash for the holidays . Sent from my iPhone

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[Highland Park] KAY DIAMOND RING!
by Gianina Romito 13 Dec '12

13 Dec '12

I have a SIZE 7 10k gold promise ring from Kays Jewelers. http://www.kay.com/en/kaystore/engagement---wedding/diamond-promise-ring--1… Here is the link to the ring. It retails for 259.00 at Kays I am asking 175. It is in perfect condition. Just no longer wear. It can be worn as just a regular ring, doesnt neccesarily look like a promise ring.

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[Highland Park] ED HARDY SHOES!!!
by Gianina Romito 13 Dec '12

13 Dec '12

The previous email that I sent did not have a picture. Here is one with a picture Ed hardy shoes. Worn once or twice. Paid 85 new, asking 45. Excellent condition.

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[Highland Park] selling COACH laptop case!
by Katie Rancurello 13 Dec '12

13 Dec '12

I am selling a COACH laptop case for a friend. It has never been used and fits 14'' or smaller laptop. She was hoping to get $55 for it. Would make a great Christmas present! Retails for $88. Thanks, Katie

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