Growing as I Garden: A Franklin Community Garden Story
Today's post comes from a guest blogger in Franklin, Ma. Kelly Sabini is a member of the Franklin Community Garden, one of many initiatives of Mass in Motion: Healthy Futures Franklin. Franklin's very...
View ArticleSpotlight on: Spaghetti Squash
I can remember the first time my cousin told me about spaghetti squash. “It’s so easy to make and its just like eating spaghetti!!” she said. “Sort of!” she added. It only took me 3 years to take her...
View ArticleA Healthy Convenience Store? Energize Everett Makes it a Reality
Posted by Samantha Noderer Samantha is a Health Communication Intern at the MA Department of Public Health Picture this. You’re on the go, you’re really short on cash, and you’re hungry. The...
View ArticleCommunity Farm Shares: Are They For You?
Community supported agriculture (CSA) provides people with local, fresh, nutritious fruits and vegetables.
View ArticleComing to a Farmers’ Market Near You — Fresh, Local Produce!
The village market’s teeming, once again with lively folk, as New England’s hardy souls are loosed from winter’s yoke.* If you’re like me, you felt as though winter would never end. And for those who...
View ArticleBlueberries for All!
July is National Blueberry Month! Since the entire month is dedicated to blueberries, this is a great time to remind ourselves how healthy blueberries are, as well as learn about the different ways we...
View ArticleMy Journey Back to Watermelon
The other night, my parents took me and my fiancé* out to eat. My mom likes to keep the conversation light, and as usual, asked questions like “what was your favorite memory as a kid?” and “what would...
View ArticleHOW ‘BOUT THEM APPLES?
This is a rough time of year for someone like me, as I try desperately to hold onto summer for as long as possible. I bristle at each and every reference to Labor Day, which now apparently serves as...
View ArticleFOOD DAY? ISN’T EVERY DAY FOOD DAY?
If you’re like me, and most other people, you celebrate food day each and every day. So, it’s natural to ask, “What’s the deal with Food Day?” It’s not a reminder to eat (yours truly has never needed a...
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