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Washington, D.C. chapter of Single Volunteers at the Audubon Naturalist Society.
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Farmers Market, Single Volunteers, Mail Order Parties (208)Farmers Markets can provide sustenance for a community in more ways than one. LaDonna Redmond built an organic market in an Austin, Texas neighborhood that didn't even have a supermarket. Thanks to her resolve there is now a local farmers market each summer, featuring organic meat and produce for all in her local community.
We talk with Nikki Di Vincenzo, a director for the Washington D.C. Chapter of Single Volunteers. Nikki will tell us all about the success of that chapter and explain to us how people can start their own single volunteer chapters or find out about existing ones in their community.
Yearn for a touch of Italy, Memphis BBQ, Jamaican reggae, or Mexican fiesta? Some of the world's best regional specialty foods can be ordered over the phone or Internet and delivered to your doorstep.
Farmers Market Facts:
- As of Oct. 21, 2002, all organic foods will be marked with a "USDA Organic" seal.
- Alternatives to farmers' markets are CSAs — Community Supported Agriculture.
- Small farm operators — those with less than $250,000 in annual receipts who work and manage their own operations - benefit the most from farmers markets.
Getting Started: Farmers Market
- Always bring cash to a farmers market.
- Most of the fruits and vegetables at the market are seasonal.
Resources:
USDA Farmers Market
www.ams.usda.gov
National Association of Farmers Markets
www.farmersmarkets.net
For more information: Search keyword(s): farmers market
Single Volunteers Facts:
- The organization provides a wholesome meeting place for friendly, helpful people.
- Chapters try and group singles into groups of at least six men and six women.
- To make volunteering work for you, get in touch with what you love to do and follow your passion.
Getting Started: Volunteer Singles
- Know your time limits and choose volunteer work that fits your schedule.
- Find an activity that appeals to you so you can meet someone with the same interests.
- Ask your local Single Volunteer chapter to find activities that fit your schedule.
Contact:
Single Volunteers, Inc.
info@singlevolunteers.org
www.singlevolunteers.org
For more information: Search keyword(s): single volunteers
Mail Order Party Facts:
- You can buy fresh gourmet food online and have it delivered to your door overnight.
- Accent your party with a regional game or decoration.
- The packaging materials are often worth saving. You may get handy little jars, small coolers or freezer packs.
Getting Started: Mail Order Parties
- To throw a mail order party, pick a theme and design a menu.
- Order all of your food and accessories online.
- Search online for traditional games and decorations.
Resources:
Italian Wine Merchants
www.italianwinemerchant.com
Corky's Ribs and BBQ
www.corkysbbq.com
chefshop.com, online food shopping
http://chefshop.chefshop.com
The Grateful Palate, online food shopping
www.gratefulpalate.com
Lobel's of New York, fresh meat
www.lobels.com
Ideal Cheese Shop Ltd.
www.idealcheese.com
For more information: Search keyword(s): mail order parties
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