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Food Shelf News – Sept. 19, 2019

Susan Ohanian September 19, 2019September 17, 2020

The Food Shelf is again teaming up with the Grange in a winter-wear drive. We will take any winter wear that is gently used: coats, snow pants, boots, hats, gloves, scarves, warm pajamas, socks, sweaters. You name it—we can put it to very good use for children. Items can be dropped off any time at the Charlotte Library or at the Grange during the rummage sale drop off times the first week in October. Watch for posts on Front Porch Forum for specific times. For newbies in town, the Grange is located at 2898 Spear Street.

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Food Shelf News – Aug. 22, 2019

Susan Ohanian August 22, 2019June 25, 2020

Many many thanks to the generous person who donated a bountiful supply of green beans and butter beans right out of the garden. These were very much appreciated.

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Food Shelf News – July 25, 2019

Susan Ohanian July 25, 2019June 25, 2020

We encourage children and youth to pick up a tasty and healthy lunch bag, available at the Charlotte Congregational Church, Spear’s Corner Store and the Charlotte Library. Kudos to the people preparing these bags. Clearly, they put a lot of research into the contents, finding things that will keep without refrigeration, things that are healthful, and things that kids will like. Here’s what a sample lunch bag contains: organic juice drink, Goldfish, Cup Noodles, Vermont Beef & Pork stick, packaged pear bits with juice, granola bar.

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Food Shelf News – March 7, 2019

Susan Ohanian March 7, 2019October 8, 2020

We’re sending out rays—and roots—of gratitude to Deborah Cook, Anne Castle, Colleen Armstrong, Eileen Schilling and Janet Morrison for their financial help.

Miscellaneous

Morning gruel

Jonathan Silverman January 23, 2019June 26, 2020

Whether rushed or relaxed, greeted by a gorgeous sunrise or a wicked cold wind, have a full slate of appointments or a day of leisure, we begin our day with some form of breakfast.

Outdoors & Environment

The Charlotte alchemist: An interview with Steve Wisbaum

Vera Maroney January 23, 2019March 5, 2021

“The medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy that focused on the attempt to change less valuable metals into gold, to find a universal cure for disease, and to discover a means of prolonging life indefinitely is called alchemy.

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Thank you from the Food Shelf!

Susan Ohanian January 12, 2019June 26, 2020

Many thanks for the significant contribution made by the Charlotte Central School, which made the Holiday Boxes a huge success, benefiting 24 family recipients.

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Food Shelf News – Nov. 14, 2018

Susan Ohanian November 14, 2018June 19, 2020

Giving thanks November is the month for drawing people close, and the Food Shelf gives special thanks for all…

Outdoors & Environment

Clean your room

Vera Moroney October 17, 2018March 5, 2021

Well, we all knew it was coming. High 70s last week and some snow in the forecast for this week.
The bounty from the “year of the tomato” needs to be put away. Sauces, freezer, dehydrating or wall paper. Lots of other veggies as well. What a bounty. Don’t forget the Charlotte Food Shelf.

People and Places

An eating adventure in Lake Tahoe

Coco Eyre October 3, 2018June 20, 2020

Recently I was fortunate enough to travel to Lake Tahoe, Nevada, to surprise my brother Sam for his 23rd birthday. When we arrived we found him in the library making a spreadsheet for one of his classes. We walked up to him, tapped him on his shoulder, and he turned around. He was stunned. Smiling from ear to ear, I gave him the biggest hug, and I just couldn’t believe I was with him once again.

Health

Carbs are not the bad guy. Really!

Ginger Lambert August 8, 2018March 5, 2021

Carbs get a bad rap these days. Carbohydrates are our energy source. Not all carbs are created equally. When you eat whole grain carbohydrates, such as bulgur, brown rice, quinoa and kasha (also known as buckwheat groats), you stay satisfied much longer because whole grains take longer to break down in the body and thus provide energy longer.

People and Places

Philo Ridge Farm Market: A beautiful and welcoming addition to our community

Melissa O’Brien, News Editor July 25, 2018June 20, 2020

The Philo Ridge Farm Market, located on the corner of Hinesburg and Mt. Philo roads, opened on July 6 and has been steadily and happily welcoming members of Charlotte and its surrounding communities since.

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Food Shelf News – June 27, 2018

Susan Ohanian June 27, 2018June 21, 2020

We celebrate a community-spirited reaching out to embrace those who may need a little boost. This month, a special thank you to Teresa Meyer, Margaret Berlin, Mary Volk, Lili Ruane, and the Carmel Hill Fund, Friends of the Charlotte Library and library staff, and a host of anonymous donors.

Food & Farm

Lessons from weeding: grassroots action

Francine Stephens June 13, 2018June 22, 2020

I’m 47 years old and this month was the first time in my life that I’ve ever weeded a garden. While this might be surprising to many, as I am the newly appointed Food & Farm director at Philo Ridge Farm, I’ve spent the better part of my adult life on the social and culinary side of food and agriculture. Furthermore, other than my college years at UVM, I’ve spent my entire life in the city.

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Food Shelf News

Susan Ohanian May 30, 2018October 20, 2020

We celebrate this community-spirited generosity – Thank you for the support this month from Michaela Ryan, farmer and founder of New Village Farm in Shelburne, who donated 50 pounds of ground beef.

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Simple Summer Salads

Joanna Smith May 16, 2018June 22, 2020

School is almost out and June is just around the corner. The season of potlucks, barbecues and picnics is upon us. When “what can I bring?” was met with “how about a salad?” I used to silently protest. Salads are so…unglamorous. “How about a signature cocktail?” I would counter. “Oh. You can bring that too.”

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“Light Shall Rise”

Rev. Kevin Goldenbogen, senior pastor, charlotte congregational Church May 2, 2018February 27, 2021

I moved to Charlotte with my family at the end of August 2017 from Underhill, Vermont. Since moving, I have regularly experienced something that others in Charlotte may find familiar. Not every day, but definitely every week, when I tell someone that I live in Charlotte the response I get is some form of, “Oooh, Charloooootte!” (as eyebrows raise). Why?

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Food Shelf News

Kerrie Pughe, Contributor February 7, 2018June 24, 2020

Thank you to the following for your recent support: Charlotte Organic COOP and Anne Castle, Charlotte Congregational Church, Karol Jane Josselyn, Charles and Liz DesLauriers, Susan and Robbie Hall, Sharon Richards and Doug Weaver, Lori Racha and Damon Silverman for the donation on behalf of their daughters Kate and Chloe Silverman in honor of their teachers at Charlotte Central School.

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Food Shelf News

Kerrie Pughe, Contributor January 10, 2018June 24, 2020

Boxes overflowing with food, gifts and extras were distributed to 26 Charlotte families (including 31 children) for the holidays! Thank you to the volunteers who helped us to assemble the baskets:

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Food Shelf News

Kerri Pughe December 13, 2017February 19, 2021

Please join us to assemble the holiday/Christmas baskets for approximately 30 Charlotte families. We’ll meet in the Charlotte Congregational Church vestry on Friday, Dec.15, from 8 until about 10 a.m. This is a festive and fun occasion and all are welcome. The baskets will be distributed to families in need the following morning. Bring your friends and just show up, we love the help!