Farmers Market Preview, October 2, 2011

Weather Forecast for Sunday, October 2nd: partly cloudy with, high of 53 degrees featuring classical chamber trio Musical Chairs

Upcoming parlor meetings: 

We are also holding parlor meetings for friends and neighbors to gather and learn about the member loan program and the co-op in general.  It is most important to attend the meeting discussed above, but these are also available for more intimate discussions.

Thursday, October 6th at 7:30 PM at the home of Iris Coloma-Gaines and Michael Gaines - 331 Gerard Avenue, Elkins Park

Tuesday, October 11th at 7:30 pm at the home of Janice Hayes-Cha and Jang-Ho Cha - 545 Elkins Avenue, Elkins Park

Please www.creekside.coop to RSVP and find out the many ways you can help spread the word. 

Get your lawn signs!

You may have seen around town our lawn signs “Let’s Make it Happen” – if you are interested in picking one, please contact design@creekside.coop. We ask if you are able to make a small donation to cover the costs ($5) please do.

This week's line up of food vendors includes:

Streamside Farms – Full bounties of produce and beautiful fresh-cut bouquets from our very own Elkins Park chemical-free grower.

Frecon Farms – apples and pears

Lone Wolf Farms – large varieties of local vegetables and herbs.

Tall Pine Farms – herbs, vegetables and fruits from Neshaminy Creek.

Anita’s Guacamole – delicious guacamole made on location

Mainly Mushrooms - A variety of foraged and cultivated mushrooms along with delicious and protein-rich free-range eggs.

PhilaDing - gluten-free ethnic specials, falafel, salsas, assorted salads, fresh scones.

Bucks County Preserves - Homemade jams & jellies, honey and apple cider.

Philly Bill's Dills - Don't let your grilled lamb, beef or veggie burger go unadorned by one of these mouth-watering varieties of pickles.

Green Street Roasters – a local coffee roaster serving up freshly roasted beans and coffee

Big Sky Co. – tasty assortment of breads and rolls

Krystyna’s Pierogies – homemade authentic Polish pierogies and soups

Non-food vendors:

Bruce Weiner – tiles and handmade pottery

Sweet Potato Chilli

1 TB olive oil

1 large onion, peeled and chopped

1 green or red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped

3 fresh tomatoes, chopped (or 1 pound canned)

3 medium sweet potatoes,

peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

2 TB chili powder

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp dried oregano

½ tsp salt

½ tsp ground black pepper

1 zucchini, sliced ¼ inch thick

1 (16 ounce) can black, pinto, or kidney beans, drained and rinsed.

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium high heat.  Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened.  Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
2. Add tomatoes (if using canned, add the liquid), sweet potatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper.  Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.  Lower the heat and simmer 20 minutes.
3. Add the zucchini and canned beans.  Cook until vegetables are tender and chili has thickened slightly.
4. Adjust seasonings and serve hot.