Archive for June, 2009

food stamps for fresh fruits and veggies

Friday, June 26th, 2009

The Oregon City farmers Market and New Seasons are teaming up this summer to make fresh healthy foods more accessible to Oregon Trail Card holders. Starting July 4th the market will be matching funds up to $5 per day per person. Thanks to a grant from New Seasons people with the card who come to [...]

a garden idea that became a reality

Friday, June 19th, 2009

Remember the public call for a White House Garden? It’s already harvest time, and Michelle Obama has become a champion for home gardening and healthy food.
Read Rosemary Black’s (Daily News) article about the First Lady’s harvest party with the Bancroft Elementary School children who helped plant the garden.
Also Read Natasha T. Metzler’s article.