Posts Tagged ‘Fresh Produce’

Hood River Harvest Fesitval, October 15-17, 2010

10.13.10

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Photo provided by Hood River’s Fruit Loop.

“Fun festivities for the whole family in an open air setting! The Hood River Valley Harvest Fest takes place outdoors in large event tents on the Hood River Waterfront overlooking the Columbia River. Each year, more than 25,000 people wind their way through a bounty of festivities. Freshly harvested fruits and vegetables from the world class orchards and farms of the Hood River Valley. Over 100 art and craft vendors and local artists displaying their hand-crafted merchandise just in time for the holiday season”.- Via Hood River Harvest Festival.

Hood River Harvest Festival held October 15 through October 17, find out more!

Visit The Pumpkin Patch on Sauvie Island

10.07.10

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October is the perfect time to visit the Pumpkin Patch and explore the Outdoor Maize. With lush landscapes and family farms, one is sure to experience an enjoyable outing. The Pumpkin Patch has an animal barn, maize, fresh produce market, free hayrides, cafe and more. Visit The Pumpkin Patch for more information.

Sustainable Delivery Meets Sustainable Design

08.23.10

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Photos Courtesy of B-Line Delivery.

“B-Line specializes in sustainable urban delivery for the urban core. We partner with businesses large and small to take care of their downtown and close-in delivery needs so that they don’t have to deal with the challenges of conventional trucks and vans. This, in turn, creates a more sustainable, livable community for all”. -B-Line Delivery

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Thanks to B-Line Delivery for partnering with Indigo @ twelve|west where sustainable design meets sustainable delivery by providing an earth-friendly approach to good living.

Wednesdays: Farmer’s Market at Shemanski Park

07.20.10

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Photo Courtesy of Portland Farmer’s Market.

The Wednesday market at Shemanski Park is held downtown at the north end of the South Park Blocks between Salmon & Main. Held May 5 through October 27 from 10am-2pm. This market is located in Portland’s beautiful park blocks and provides for a lovely outing or lunch options for those living and working in the downtown area. Enjoy local produce, eat healthy, support the local economy, encourage awareness, become part of your community, think sustainability, and live a conscience life.

Mondays: Portland Farmers Market at Pioneer Square

07.18.10

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Photo Courtesy of Portland Farmer’s Market.

Mondays: Portland Farmer’s Market at Pioneer Square held June 21 through October 25 from 10am-2pm. Beyond being a tremendously enjoyable activity, attending and purchasing local products boosts the economy and provides support for your fellow community members. Enjoy local produce, eat healthy, support the local economy, encourage awareness, become part of your community, think sustainability, and live a conscience life.

The Monday Market at Pioneer Courthouse Square is located between SW Broadway & SW 6th and SW Morrison & SW Yamhill.

B-Line Delivery, Sustainable Urban Delivery

06.28.10

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B-Line Delivery brings fresh fruit  to us every Monday morning. B-Line specializes in sustainable urban delivery for the urban core. Today we recived a delivery of fresh oranges by bike. Why not gather together as a business and take advantage of the sustainable alternatives surrounding us? Why not have your daily office needs delivered by bike? Start a compost at your workplace? Get rid of paper-cups and purchase mugs to share? Provide multiple recycling receptacles so folks don’t have a convenient excuse to rid things in the trash? Think local, organic, and sustainable.