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2nd Annual Family Fun Day

Posted on September 20, 2010 by admin

The Massaro Farm is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Massaro Farm Family Fun Day. Come to the farm on Saturday October 30th from 1 ’til 4:30pm (the rain date is October 31st). Some of the activities on the farm … Continue reading →

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Salad Sensation

Posted on September 7, 2010 by admin

Come join us at the Massaro Farm for a fun hands-on workshop on growing a little salad garden in a pot. Three- to five-year old gardeners are invited to scoop up some compost and plant a little garden to take … Continue reading →

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Rosa tours the farm

Posted on August 11, 2010 by admin

On Friday, August 6th Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro stopped by the farm during CSA subscriber pick up. She met Farmer Steve and was presented with a basket of fresh produce, representing exactly what the subscribers were picking up that day. In … Continue reading →

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A Ton of Food, literally

Posted on August 5, 2010 by admin

As the Massaro Farm CSA concludes its 7th week of providing fresh vegetables to its 125 subscribers, it’s my pleasure to report that the Massaro Community Farm has also donated nearly 2,000 pounds of food to social service organizations. That’s … Continue reading →

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Farmhouse update

Posted on June 15, 2010 by admin

Progress on the farmhouse is nearing completion. The house has undergone an amazing transformation inside and out. From the outside you can see we’ve removed and properly abated the asbestos shingles to expose clapboards dating from the 1930′s, still in … Continue reading →

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Organic Gardening 101

Posted on June 4, 2010 by admin

Together with the Woodbridge Town Library we bring you this wonderful presentation designed to help plan and start your own organic garden. Certified Master Gardener and organic farmer Nicholas Mancini will teach you the basics of starting a garden from … Continue reading →

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A first planting

Posted on May 11, 2010 by admin

Over the past weekend volunteers aided Farmer Steve planting seedlings at the Massaro Farm. These cold-hardy plants include kale, chard, cabbage, and onions. To protect them, a deer fence will be installed in the coming weeks. If you’re interested in … Continue reading →

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Spring Events

Posted on April 30, 2010 by admin

How to Start Your Own Seeds Saturday, May 15 at 1:00pm Woodbridge Public Library This FREE class is being taught by certified master gardener, Nick Mancini. This hands-on class will teach you about starting your vegetable garden from seeds. Seating … Continue reading →

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Friday Night Movie

Posted on April 14, 2010 by admin

Come celebrate the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. This Friday evening, April 16th, at 7pm we’re screening the movie ‘Fresh’ at the Ansonia Nature Center’s Red Wing Pondhouse. The event is open … Continue reading →

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Standing room only

Posted on March 20, 2010 by admin

The first annual meeting of the Massaro Community Farm (MCF) was held on Sunday, March 28th at 1:30pm at The First Church of Christ Parish Hall, at 5 Meetinghouse Lane, Woodbridge, CT 06525. More than 70 members and supporters attended.  Those … Continue reading →

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