Craigardan is a nonprofit arts organization and educational working farm that leverages collective creativity for social good. We bring people together for place-based and interdisciplinary learning, providing creative residencies, courses, and events that span diverse artistic … [Read more...] about Craigardan Features Essex County-Based Artists: Call for Submissions to the Gardan Journal
Agriculture In and Around Essex, NY
AdkAction’s New Fair Food Card; Cash for Farm Fresh Food
AdkAction is piloting a new program to help bring locally-produced food into reach for those hovering just above the poverty line, while prioritizing choice in the food purchased. The Fair Food Program provides direct funding to qualified households via new Fair Food Cards that … [Read more...] about AdkAction’s New Fair Food Card; Cash for Farm Fresh Food
Over 100 Families Will Receive Free Farm Shares this Summer through AdkAction ‘Fair Share’ Program
AdkAction is pleased to announce that more than 100 families in the North Country will be able to enroll in local community supported agriculture (CSA) vegetable subscriptions at no cost this year, thanks to crowdfunded support and a generous $25,000 matching grant from an … [Read more...] about Over 100 Families Will Receive Free Farm Shares this Summer through AdkAction ‘Fair Share’ Program
Join Us for Open Farm Week
Farms across the Essex County are opening their doors during the Adirondack Harvest Festival’s Open Farm Week this September and Triple Green Jade Farm is taking part in the fun as well. We will be hosting several workshops and farm to table dinners during the … [Read more...] about Join Us for Open Farm Week
Let’s Help Local Food Systems Come Out Stronger
I hope that you and your family are well and safe during this incredibly difficult time. My name is Kristin Kimball, I am an author and co-owner of a 1,100-acre sustainable, diversified farm in the Adirondack Champlain Valley. It's clear that people are more eager now than … [Read more...] about Let’s Help Local Food Systems Come Out Stronger