Happy May! Celebrating the joys of spring and the flowering of Mother Earth!
Thank you…to all who attended the 3rdAnnual Earth Day Festival:
We had an amazing day full of festivities.
We have lots of great pictures or the event on our Facebook Page…check them out HERE
Hope to see you all next year!
What’s New?
On the Farm:
The farm stand is always open every day. It’s an honor stand so you just put your money in the slot. Chickens are producing so many delicious all organic, non-GMO eggs-we have an abundance of eggs. We are transitioning from cool weather crops to our summer vegetables. Soon we will have loads of tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, and much more. Currently we have lots of greens: kale, chard, and herbs-arugula, sage, oregano, thyme, rosemary and much more. We don’t put them out because business is slow. If you’d like greens and herbs, just call us and let us know and we will prepare them for you. (805-481-9205)
Take Huasna Rd. and follow the signs: Organic Farm Stand.
Thank you so much Chef Jessie Rivas of The Pairing Knife for this delicious recipe. And thanks to our happy hens for such delicious organic eggs!
Amazing Deviled Eggs served at Branch Mill Organic Farm planning committee meeting
Art in the Park-Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach:
On the 1st Sunday of every month from May – November. 1st event of the year is May 7 from 10-5. Hope to see you there! It’s a good time for locals to shop as the tourists aren’t here yet.
Hatha Yoga with Nicole Chanley Tuesday afternoons – 5:30 – 6:45. Only $12 a class!
About Gentle Hatha: This yoga class takes the push out of your day, using slow movement and breathing to gently energize muscles and joints. We will then dive into a relaxed series of grounding postures leaving the body stretched and refreshed. Classes will also offer opportunities for deeper breathing exercises and meditation.
Upcoming Events:
May: Flower Moon in Scorpio: Full Moon Ceremony
Tues. May 9 @ 7:00 pm.
Meet us at Branch Mill Organic Farm and Retreat Center to enjoy a potluck together followed by the ceremony.
lf you would like, you may share a poem you have written or lead a song that is in keeping with this month’s theme.
Here is the list of items to bring…
*potluck dish (prefer organic, vegetarian/vegan or gluten-free) *
*warm clothes or blanket
*instruments, (drums, percussion)
*camping chair *flashlight
*open mind and heart
*reciprocity donations are gratefully received ($5 – $10 suggested).
Spring Transitions to Summer with Deborah O’Brien
Friday June 2nd
7:00 – 9:00
Donation (Suggested: $10 – $20)
Let’s gather together to honor the transitioning energies of Spring and
bid “WELCOME” to the approaching energies of Summer. Summer brings the Deepening of Intentions, Clarifying of Motivation and Taking ACTION.
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Gardener’s Tip:
The Flower Moon reaches it’s fullest May 10 at 5:42 p.m. ET, and the Farmer’s Almanac also offers dates through May for ideal crop planting. If you have a garden, you’ll want to do your above ground planting on May 1, May 27, or May 28. Below ground planting should take place on May 19 and May 20.
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