A Benefit for

Waltham Fields Community Farm

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Welcome!Thank you so much for being with us tonight.

With your help, we hope to raise over $35,000 for the hunger relief/food access and education programs of Waltham Fields Community Farm.

Table of Contents

Schedule of the Evening & Auction Closings 1

Acknowledgements & Tonight’s Menu 2

Silent Auction Instructions 4

Raffle, Living Fence Guessing Game, & Items for Sale 5

Auction Items (Descriptions by Category) 6

Schedule for the Evening

5:30 pm Doors Open and Live Jazz Fills the Air!

Help yourself to food and drinks

Silent auction, raffle, and living fence guessing game begin

Check out our farm display, outreach materials & merchandise for sale!

6:15 pm Welcome Everyone

Gather ‘round for a short program

7:15pm Staggered Silent Auction Closings Begin*

See below for the timing of category closings

7:45 pm Dessert is Served

8:00 pm Winners Chosen for Raffle & Living Fence Guessing Game

8:15 pm Auction Winners Posted & Check-Out Opens

Please be patient if it takes us a few extra minutes to open check out – we have a lot of auction items to process!

Important Note: If your name is not on the auction winner list, you do not need to wait in the check-out line.

* Staggered Auction Category Closings:

7:15 Gifts, Handcrafted Gifts, Culinary Treats, Sports

7:45 CSAs & Farm Food, Concerts & Theatre, Creative Gatherings, Dining Out, Services & Consults, Health/Fitness & Message, Lessons, Vacations & Getaways, Museums & Memberships, Local Merchants

Thanks for coming to SPROUT 2012!Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support:

design by Neva Corbo-Hudak

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AcknowledgementsThis event would not have been possible without incredible contributions of time, energy and resources from more people than we could possibly list here. We are grateful to you all! We’d especially like to recognize our:

Tonight’s Menu – “Global Street Food”Prepared by the Seed to Table culinary class at Newbury College

Featuring fresh produce from Waltham Fields Community Farm and a variety of other local foods

Passed AppetizersBeet Feta TartletsSoup shooters

Main MenuTacos – pulled pork or pulled seitan, pickled radishes, carrot slaw Steamed buns – hoisin chicken, white turnip kim chiPapdi Chaat – potato, pea shoots, rhubarb chutneyFalafel – chickpea fritters, celeriac slaw, tahini sauce, pickled onionsCold buckwheat noodles and Asian greens Cheese, olive and tabouli plattersCurried beet and walnut salad

DessertBanana Rum Bread PuddingCupcakes – made by Michele DiPalo

SPROUT CommitteeFan Watkinson, Sprout Auction CoordinatorLara BalianMike BrownKatie CavanaughHolly ChinMindy ChinAlison DaggerAngela DavisMark ElenkoDale FisherNancy FlemingAdrian GropperMartha HamiltonKerri KlugmanBrian MadsenMelissa ManolisJessica MuiseMarla RhodesDeborah RoseneLaurie RothsteinMark SimmonsVictoria ThatcherHeidi Wettach

Waltham Boys & Girls Club for parking help!

Venue HostCharles River Museum of Industrywww.crmi.org

Compass Realty Associates for allowing parking at Sovereign Bank!

Live EntertainmentJazz music by the Valerie Walton and Tad Hitchcock Trio www.myspace.com/allspicemusic

SPROUT SponsorsAlphaGraphics, WalthamCity Side SubaruEarth, Inc.Eastern Bank Charitable FoundationFresh Pond Capital/Reynders McVeigh Capital Management, LLC Hobbs Brook Management, LLCPeace Frog Organic SolutionsWatertown Savings BankWhole Foods Market, Fresh Pond and Newtonville

CateringTonight’s cuisine is provided by the Seed to Table culinary class at Newbury College.

Thanks to Chefs Paige Haringa and Dave Pazmino and the following students: Tricia Corriveau Jonathan DeSoto Christopher FidanzatoGina HopkinsFelicia JonesSean MacDonald Felicia Ruano

Thanks also to WFCF member Michele DiPalo for making hundreds of cupcakes!

Graphic DesignNeva Corbo-Hudak www.nevachdesign.com

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Silent Auction Information Bidding!

• You may bid as often as you wish on as many items as you wish.

• Each item has a starting minimum bid and a bid increment amount. Please observe these requirements.

• To bid on an item, write down your Bidder Number and the dollar amount of your bid.

• Please bid in whole dollar amounts.

• Bids may not be withdrawn once they are entered on the Bid Sheet.

• To submit an increased bid, fill out another line on the Bid Sheet – please don’t scratch out your original bid.

Winning!

• Auction bid sheets will be processed by our volunteers as soon as the auction categories start closing. We have to process all of them before we can start the check out process (as a good number of people will have won multiple auction items).

• Printed lists of auction winners will be posted around the venue. Please check the list. There is no need to wait in the check out line if you did not win anything.

• To pay for the auction items that you have won, please go to the Check Out table downstairs.

• For auction items that are not physically at SPROUT, the Winner is responsible for contacting the Donor to arrange pick-up or fulfillment of the item(s). Donor contact information will be included in the winner’s Check Out packet.

Auction Rules

• All sales are final.

• All payments must be made in full by cash or check.

• Auction items not paid for cannot be removed from the auction.

• Bidders need not be present at the end of SPROUT to claim items. If you need to leave before you are able to Check Out, please pick up an “Early Departure” Letter on your way out- it will provide details about claiming your auction items after the event.

• All auction items must be paid for within one week of SPROUT or they will be forfeited to the second highest bidder.

• The Purchaser waives any claims of liability against Waltham Fields Community Farm, the Auction Committee, or the Donor for any items purchased.

Farm Raffle, Bean Game & Items for SaleFarm Raffle

In addition to the regular silent auction format, guests are able to purchase low-cost raffle tickets and place them in plant pots in front of gifts they want to win.

Please write your bidder number on the back of each ticket you purchase. Before the night is over, we’ll draw one winner for each prize and post the winning bidder numbers. Winners who have left before the drawing is held will be contacted after the event is over.

Living Fence Guessing Game – Prize is $50 worth of scratch tickets in a beautiful clay planter!

Support the creation of a natural border made of bean vines in our Learning Garden.

Guess how many beans are in the jar. $5/guess. Take as many guesses as you wish!

Thanks to the following raffle and living fence guessing game donors:

BusinessesBack Pages BooksBoston Area GleanersFedco SeedsFlour BakeryJohnny D’s Restaurant & Music ClubLandmark TheatreMaxima Art CenterTory Row

Merchandise for Sale

T-shirts include adult and kid sizes, and baby onesies too. Our Perpetual Calendars, Benefit Concert cds and a cookbook featuring farm-fresh recipes are also for sale. Buy something for yourself or for a gift!

IndividualsHolly ChinMindy ChinLaurie Coiley-MassingAngela DavisEllen EpsteinClaire KozowerDee KrickerMarla RhodesDebbie von RechenbergDiane SullivanFan Watkinson

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Auction Items

Waltham Fields CSA1100 FULL SEASON CSA Share from Waltham Fields

*Last* chance share of WFCF’s sold-out CSA! Full Season, 20 weeks: June-Oct. Pick up at the farm on Tuesday, Thursday, OR Saturday – whichever day suits you each week! Waltham Fields Community Farm

1101 June CSA Share from Your Favorite Waltham Farm Enjoy our produce during the month of June! Weekly pick-up at the farm on Tuesday, Thursday OR Saturday – no need to decide in advance! Waltham Fields Community Farm

1102 July CSA Share from Your Favorite Waltham Farm – TWO WINNERS Enjoy our produce during the month of July! Weekly pick-up at the farm on Tuesday, Thursday OR Saturday – no need to decide in advance! Waltham Fields Community Farm

1103 August CSA Share from Your Favorite Waltham Farm – TWO WINNERS Enjoy our produce during the month of August! Weekly pick-up at the farm on Tuesday, Thursday OR Saturday – no need to decide in advance! Waltham Fields Community Farm

1104 September CSA Share from Your Favorite Waltham Farm Enjoy our produce during the month of September! Weekly pick-up at the farm on Tuesday, Thursday OR Saturday – no need to decide in advance! Waltham Fields Community Farm

1105 October CSA Share from Your Favorite Waltham Farm Enjoy our produce during the month of October! Weekly pick-up at the farm on Tuesday, Thursday OR Saturday – no need to decide in advance! Waltham Fields Community Farm

CSAs and Farm Food1150 Chestnut Farms Ten-Pound/Month Meat Share - 6 months

Ten pounds/month of sustainably raised meats for 6 months from Chestnut Farms in Hardwick. Chestnut Farms

1151 Vanguarden CSA Produce Takeaway – FIVE WINNERS Take away a box of delicious, organic produce from board member and farmer Chris Yoder’s Vanguarden Farm in Dover. Vanguarden CSA

1152 Garlic Lover’s Garlic Braid by the Madsen Family A baker’s dozen of gourmet garlic! The 13 seed-grade bulbs will include both porcelain and rocambole garlics. Cook them, or grow them! Ready in August. Brian Madsen

1153 A Dozen Ears of Just-Picked Organic Sweet Corn – TWO WINNERS This particular corn, “Incredible”, receives rave reviews – and these WFCF members are offering a dozen ears when it hits peak ripeness (late August). Brian Madsen

Handcrafted Gifts1201 Flower Vase Hand Painted with Grapes

Sister Humpe of Buffalo, NY decorated this vase with juicy grapes. Take it home and fill it with flowers! Anonymous

1203 “Water Lines #2” Copper Garden Fountain Hand-made copper fountain by sculptor Phyllis Ewen nestles in a garden nook as a lovely sculpture or as a water feature. Phyllis Ewen

1204 Three Print Reproductions of Vegetables by Rigel Stuhmiller Brighten your walls with this series of three prints: Romansque Cauliflower, Carrots and Red Radishes. Rigel Stuhmiller

1205 Hand Knit Cardigan Sweater Stay warm and fashionably comfortable in this mossy green hand-knit sweater with wooden buttons. Anonymous

1206 Nuno Felted Wool and Silk Scarf Show off this scarf made of blue silk and natural felted wool sourced from NH sheep and alpacas. A Full Cup Design

1207 Handpainted Tuscan Wallplate Scenery outside Siena handpainted on a large round plate that can be hung up as a painting. Fan Watkinson

1208 Handwoven Egg Basket loaded with Fresh Eggs Store your eggs in this uniquely shaped basket woven together with reed, grass and yarn. Includes one dozen locally laid eggs. Fan Watkinson

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1209 Hand Knit Purple and Green Woolen Cap A knitted cap to keep the head of a Waltham Fields fan warm. WFCF beet is included in the design. Fan Watkinson

1210 Marigolds Clay Bowl by Nan Hamilton This 8"-diameter hand-turned clay bowl is a signed work by the founder of Mudville pottery studio. Nan Hamilton

1211 Pansy Maiden Handmade Vegan Bag Clutch caringly made with hemp/organic cotton blend exterior and PVC-free vegan leather. Pansy Maiden

1212 “Scene of Venice” – Photograph by Jon Phelps Escape to Italy with this photo of a Venetian canal. 16" X 24" on canvas. Holly Vestal

1213 Royal Blue Scarf Go out in fashion with this 66" taffeta boa made by a women’s cooperative. Holly Vestal

1214 ”Winner’s Bouquet” Quilt by Judy Bennett Richly colored lap or wall quilt (4' X 4') . Signed on back by quilter Judy Bennett of Caballo, NM. Judith Bennett

1215 Laser Cut Wooden Earrings Jewelry intricately designed like lace – to dangle lightly by your face! Claire Kozower

1216 Baby Quilt with Eggplants by Rebecca Nesson Homemade, machine-washable, baby quilt made by WFCF’s board president. (35" X 45") Rebecca Nesson

1217 Hand Knit Mobius Scarf by Janet Yeracaris Lovely scarf knit in recycled sari silk and rayon by WFCF board member Janet Yeracaris in a Mobius strip. Janet Yeracaris

1218 “Iris” – Painting by Neva Corbo-Hudak An original gouache painting by the artist whose vegetable watercolors make the WFCF perpetual calendar so beautiful. Neva Corbo-Hudak

1219 Blue Shawl by MariaLuiza Rodriguez Dress up with this shawl with applique flowers crocheted by farm supporter MariaLuiza Rodriguez. MariaLuiza Rodriguez

1220 Glass Earrings Handcrafted dangling earrings that look like the beet in Waltham Fields’ beautiful logo! Fan Watkinson

1221 Hand Knit Coral and Lavender Wool Hat A colorful, warm hat with wool raised and spun in Westport, MA, dyed in Maine and knitted in Lincoln, MA with the WFCF beet. Fan Watkinson

1222 Crocheted Infant “Baseball” Cap by Diane Sullivan Your baby will be warm and capture lots of smiles with this sports cap. Diane Sullivan

1223 Claire’s Clay Collectibles Serve up your condiments and spices or stash your trinkets and jewels in this handmade pinch pot collection by Claire, WFCF’s ED. Claire Kozower

1224 Framed Sprout Poster Collection by Neva Corbo-Hudak Think Spring with this unique set of four 5" X 7" posters from Sprout 2009–2012, made by WFCF’s graphic designer. Neva Corbo-Hudak

1225 Cigar Box Ukulele by Farmer Dan Roberts Sing your heart out with this 13.5" standard scale ukulele with maple and walnut neck and body from a Macanudo cigar box by Farmer Dan! Dan Roberts

1226 “Awakened Dragon” – Print by Erik Rieth of Seventh Son Print 52 of limited edition of 100 prints created by Farmer Erinn’s brother Erik Rieth to raise money for the tsunami crisis in Japan. Seventh Son Tattoo

1227–1235 Nine More Prints from Seventh Son Artists Bid Individually on these full color prints from the tattoo studio co-owned by Farmer Erinn’s brother Erik Rieth! Seventh Son Tattoo

1236 “Morning Fog, Southwest Harbor, Maine” – Photograph by Dan Kirschner Drift away to a morning in Maine! An original 18" X 32" photograph by Dan Kirschner of Brookline. Archival mat and frame. Dan Kirschner

1237 & 1238 “Endangered Species I & II” – Photographs by David Kricker Framed prints from one of the farm’s longtime members and Sprout auction contributers. David Kricker

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1249 Bargello Wall Hanging or Baby Quilt by Dee Kricker This colorful 100% cotton batik farbric quilt is sure to brighten any space. 30" X 32" Dee Kricker

1239 “Brown Study” – Photograph by Will Tenney Digital pigment print of fresh eggs nested in wooden bowls. Archival paper with 16 3/4" X 13 1/2" frame. Will Tenney

1240 “Pink Venice” – Photograph by Betsy Lenora One of the three “Verdure di Italia” photos taken during the artist’s travels to Italy. Frame Size:12" X 16" Blue Cloud Gallery

1241 “Sulmona Carciofi” – Photograph by Betsy Lenora One of the three “Verdure di Italia” photos featuring artichokes taken during the artist’s travels to Italy. Frame Size: 12" X 16" Blue Cloud Gallery

1242 “Italian Cabbages” - Photograph by Betsy Lenora One of the three “Verdure di Italia” photos featuring cabbages taken during the artist’s travels to Italy. Frame Size: 12" X 16" Blue Cloud Gallery

1243 Ceramic Bowl by Farmer Andy Take home this dishwasher and microwave safe, handthrown bowl by Field Manager Andy Scherer. Andy Scherer

1244 Pottery by Meryl Brenner Enjoy this incredibly detailed pottery made by a professional illustrator/graphic designer and studiomate of Claire’s at Mudville Pottery. Meryl Brenner

1245 Great Blue at WFCF, Fall 2011 – photograph by Lauren Weinberg This Great Blue Heron watched over the fields and the WFCF field crew last season. Assistant Grower Lauren captured the moment, but not the bird! Lauren Weinberg

1246 “Zucchini in Mexico” – Photograph by Ruth Nelson A pile of green stripes and curls captured during Mexican travels. 8" X 10" original photo in Earth-Friendly bamboo frame. Ruth Nelson

1247 “Gold” – Photograph by Ruth Nelson A bee has struck gold on the goldenrod! 8" X 10" original photo in rustic frame. Ruth Nelson

1248 “Garlic in Turkey” – Photograph by Ruth Nelson A bin of garlic filled with Turkish sunshine and flavor. 8" X 10" original photo in rustic frame. Ruth Nelson

Gifts1250 Goods for Serving up Summer from Artefact in Belmont

Basket of eco-friendly items for serving a delicious dinner: 3 large bamboo bowls, servers of horn and wood and 3 glass votives from Artefact in Belmont Artefact Home/Garden

1251 Two Blue and White China Cups with China Tea Strainers Enjoy loose leaf Tazo tea steeped in these colorful cups with removable tea strainer and top. Anonymous

1252 Beatles Record Cover Bag Package w/ Music and Memorabilia Celebrate Muddy Waters, Led Zeppelin and local musicians in this eclectic collection gathered in this unique Beatles bag! Martha Sweet, Alicia Harvie, & local musicians

1253 Environmental Working Group Gift Basket Dive into a basket of useful lunching/munching items: stainless steel water bottle, tiffin, cotton lunch bag, “Easy Green Organic” cookbook, Lunchskins and coupons! Ellen Epstein

1254 Assorted Fashion Earrings: Three Pair Show up in fashion with this collection of dangling earrings: paper floral flower, wooden oval, silver spoon handle designs. Claire Kozower

1255 Body & Soul Gift Basket from Cambridge Naturals Includes products from Burt’s Bees, Badger, Dr. Bronner’s, One with Nature plus a Putamayo CD sampler and a Cambridge Naturals shopping bag! Cambridge Naturals

1256 Appetizer Ceramic Platter and Bowl Serve up delicious appetizers in this matching set combining earthy brown base and a coffee fluted edge. Anonymous

1261 Wild Flavors by Didi Emmons about Herbs and Eva Sommaripa Newly released book signed by author and chef Didi Emmons. Fan Watkinson

1262 Rainbow Spiral Plant Supports 5' tall colorful spirals provide sturdy support for plants as they grow vertically. Gardener’s Supply/Dutch Gardens

1263 Wonders of the World – Large Picture Book A true visual adventure through a collection of 100 photographs chosen for their visual impact Fan Watkinson

1265 Microsoft Office 2011 for the Mac OS MS Office 2011, Home and Student edition; Family Pack – 3 users license. Tania Fersenheim

1266 Microsoft Office 2010 for Windows MS Office 2010, Home and Student edition; Family Pack – 3 users license for Windows. Tania Fersenheim

1267 Back Pages Books in Waltham – Local Flavors Book and $25 Gift Certificate Enjoy the farm fare recipes in Local Flavors by Deborah Madison and use the certificate at this local bookstore to expand your collection on food and farms! Back Pages Books

1268 Kitchen Helpers: Mandolin Slicer & Coffee Grinder Be a whiz in your kitchen with these useful gadgets: OXO Good Grips Mandolin Slicer and Food Network Coffee and Spice Grinder. Lara Balian

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Culinary Treats1300 Cooking Appetizers with Kathy Diamond – FIVE WINNERS

Prepare 4 vegetarian appetizers with Kathy Diamond while spending 2 1/2 hours in Kathy’s Watertown kitchen on a weekday evening in May or June. Kathy Diamond

1301 Real Pickles Sampler & T-Shirt Gift Certificate Enjoy 4 jars from Real Pickles, Greenfield producer of vinegar-free, 100% organic pickles sourced from local farms. USA-made T-shirt gift certificate also included. Real Pickles

1302 Season to Taste Catering - Cooking Demo and Meal for Two Learn how to prepare local food with focus on seasonality, quality and minimizing environmental impact! Classes in Cambridge. Season to Taste Catering

1303 When Pigs Fly – Five Loaves of Delicious Bread Five bread tickets good for one loaf each - use anytime at Davis Square and Coolidge Corner locations. When Pigs Fly Bakery

1304 Moussaka Dinner for Six by Saskia Oosting A home-cooked vegetarian or traditional moussaka dinner for up to six delivered to your home in August or September (within ~10 miles of the farm). Prepared by longtime member Saskia Oosting. Saskia Oosting

1305 Lizzy’s Ice Cream Sundae Party Box – TWO WINNERS Grab ‘n Go Sundae Party Box for 3-5 people features ice cream, two toppings, hot fudge, whipped cream and supplies. Available in Waltham or Harvard Square. Lizzy’s Ice Cream

1306 Five Pints of Homemade Ice Cream or Sorbet from Hellie Thornley You choose the flavors - traditional or exotic - and Hellie will make up some gourmet ice cream or sorbet just for you! Hellie Thornley

1307 Homemade Apple Pie, Extra Large Certificate for a generously-filled apple pie with theme-based crust baked by 13 yr-old pie-pro Jesse Simmons. This will be her 8th year baking pies for Sprout! Jesse Simmons & Laurie Rothstein

1308 Three Jars of Homemade Preserves Take home these three 8 oz. jars of preserves: homegrown and homemade in Maine by the mother of long time Waltham Fields member, Laurie Coiley-Massing. Laurie Coiley-Massing

1309 Robinson Farm Cheese or Raw Milk – $25 Gift Certificate Visit their Hardwick farmstand to pick up either Robinson Farm cheese or raw whole milk. Farmstand open daily 7 am – 7 pm. Robinson Farm

1310 Sophia’s Greek Pantry in Belmont – $50 Gift Certificate Specializing in Greek and Balkan foods, Sophia’s has fabulous sheep and goat milk yogurt, creme fraiche, sour Greek pasta and so much more. Sophia’s Greek Pantry

1311 Whole Foods in Newtonville – Local Food Lover’s Gift Basket All you need for a fabulous feast featuring food locally grown and/or locally produced. And now you know where to buy them again in Newtonville! Whole Foods Newtonville

1312 Dave’s Fresh Pasta in Somerville – Wine Tasting for Two An after hours wine tasting. Choose from the following spring dates: 4/26, 5/17, 5/31, 6/14. Must be at least 21! Dave’s Fresh Pasta

1313 Homemade Carrot Cake & Bamboo Cutting Board Take it home tonight - 2-layer, 9-inch cake made by a local food writer with a knack for desserts! Find the recipe on her blog: www.foodonthefood.com. Cutting board included; cake feeds 12 and contains nuts. Tammy Donroe

Lessons1402 Feet of Clay Pottery in Brookline – $250 Gift Certificate

Join an 8-week class at this pottery studio or apply toward related merchandise. This is farmer Andy’s studio of choice! Feet of Clay, Inc.

1403 The Paint Bar - Painting Class for Two Paint in Newton for social entertainment! The instructor guides you step-by-step through that session’s featured painting. The Paint Bar

1404 Parent - Infant/Toddler Class – Waldorf School of Lexington Join this class for caregiver and child and meet other parents and infants. Led by early childhood teachers Marilyn Pelrine and Kirsten Carr. Good for Spring or Fall 5- or 7-week sessions. Waldorf School of Lexington

1405 Two Knitting or Spinning Lessons from Mind’s Eye Yarns Two 45-minute personal knitting or spinning lessons at Mind’s Eye Yarns in Porter Square, Cambridge. Owner Lucy can help with everything from basics to the outrageous! Mind’s Eye Yarns

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Creative Gatherings1450 Coastal Vineyards in South Dartmouth – Personal Tour for Four

Make an appointment to tour this winery and grounds, then taste a selection of their wine. Sometimes a barrel or tank tasting is available, too! Coastal Vineyards

1451 Pool Party for Twelve in Waltham A pool party with certified lifeguard at the Chapel Hill – Chauncy Hall’s private pool. Three hours, access to picnic area on any Saturday or Sunday June 24 – August 26. Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall

1452 Edwardian Afternoon Tea and Tour for Four Afternoon Tea replete with home-made treats and a tour of historic Queen Ann cottage in Waltham. Good through 2012. Please, no children under 12. Ellie Smerlas

1453 Mushroom Foraging Outing for Eight Join mushroom enthusiast Geoff Dutton for two hours of wild mushroom foraging in early fall within 20 miles of Waltham. Geoff Dutton

1454 Daylong Canoe, Kayak or Paddleboard Rental – TWO WINNERS Paddle the Charles for a day in your choice of boats: a canoe, a kayak, a double kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard. Locations: Allston/Brighton, Kendall Square, Newton/Auburndale, Newton/Needham in Nahanton Park, and Natick in Cochituate State Park. Charles River Canoe & Kayak

1455 Picnic for Four at Autumn Hills Orchard in Groton Gather a party of 4 in September or October for glorious apple picking (1/2 peck/person) and a picnic lunch made with local ingredients. Limited to 4 adults or a family of 4. Autumn Hills Orchard

Dining Out - $50 and under1500 Stone Hearth Pizza – $50 Gift Certificate

Pizzas and more made from scratch incorporating organic and local ingredients. Four locations! Stone Hearth Pizza

1501 Il Capriccio in Waltham – $50 Gift Certificate Enjoy this Waltham restaurant known for its delicious Italian food and large wine selection. Il Capriccio

1502 Solea Restaurant and Tapas Bar in Waltham – $50 Gift Card Enjoy tapas, paella and sangria at this Waltham restaurant and tapas bar. Sunday – Thursday only. Solea

1503 Bistro 5 in W. Medford – $50 Gift Certificate Bistro 5 in W. Medford features Italian food from the heart of a Tuscan son: Chef Ettore! Bistro 5

1504 Taranta Restaurant in Boston – $50 Gift Certificate Dine at this North End restaurant where Italian and Peruvian tastes come together. Taranta Restaurant

1505 Highland Kitchen in Somerville – $50 Gift Certificate On Highland Ave, southern-leaning comfort food with local-farm-lovin’ flair, friendly small bar and local roots music, too. Highland Kitchen

1506 Posto in Somerville – $50 Gift Certificate Feast in Somerville’s Davis Square at this popular high end pizzeria. Posto

1507 Flour Bakery – $25 Gift Certificate Make life sweeter with mouth-watering pastries and foods and warm hospitality. Three tempting locations in Boston and Cambridge. Flour Bakery

1508 Picco in the South End – $50 Gift Certificate Next to BCA theaters in the South End and known for gourmet pizza and ice cream - a terrific combination! Picco Restaurant

1510 Armsby Abbey of Worcester – $50 Gift Certificate Adventure slightly west for 22 craft draughts, righteous cocktails and farmhouse fare featuring locally sourced food! Armsby Abbey

1511 Finale Desserterie and Bakery Café – $50 Gift Card Watch your desserts being assembled or enjoy amazing sweets to go. Locations in Boston, Brookline & Cambridge. Finale’s Desserterie and Bakery

1512 Kitchen on Common in Belmont – $50 Gift Certificate Chef/owner Joh Kokubo brings a casual, comfortable style of food to Belmont’s Cushing Square with seasonal menus including WFCF produce! Kitchen on Common

1513 The Druid in Cambridge – $30 Gift Certificate In the heart of Inman Square, The Druid is a real Irish pub with excellent food and exceptional entertainment. The Druid

1514 Flatbread Company – $25 Gift Certificate Enjoy wood-fired pizza prepared with organic produce and free-range chicken. Locations: Somerville, Amesbury, Bedford, Martha’s Vineyard, Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Hawaii, Canada... Flatbread Company

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1515 True Bistro in Somerville – $40 Gift Card An upscale bistro in Teele Square serving extraordinary vegan food, with gluten- and nut-free options. True Bistro

1516 Rendezvous in Cambridge – $50 Gift Certificate Dine on a creative menu inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. Rendezvous

1517 Tempo Bistro in Waltham – $50 Gift Card Downtown quality and atmosphere, with a suburban location and price. Tempo

1518 Coppa in the South End – $50 Gift Certificate Dine at this Italian enoteca owned by renowned chef, Jamie Bissonnette. Coppa

1519 Nourish Fresh Grill & Bar in Lexington – $25 Gift Certificate Responsibly sourced, respectfully priced menu including vegan and carnivore dishes. Nourish

1520 RedBones in Somerville – $50 Gift Certificate – TWO WINNERS Arguably the best barbecue in the Boston area, and the fried catfish and beer selection ain’t too shabby either. Redbones

1521 The Elephant Walk – $50 Gift Certificate Treat yourself to one of Boston’s premier Cambodian restaurants. Redeemable at any of the three restaurants in Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham. The Elephant Walk

1522 Deluxe Town Diner in Watertown – $25 Gift Card – TWO WINNERS Breakfast served all day, just like you’d expect, but with unexpected new favorites like blue corn pancakes! Deluxe Town Diner

1523 Kingston Station in Boston – $25 Gift Certificate – TWO WINNERS Bistro cuisine in Downtown Crossing with bar, front café area and dining room. THE place to fuel up for an afternoon of shopping. Kingston Station Restaurant

1525 Atwood’s Tavern in Cambridge – $50 Gift Certificate Great atmosphere and food in a friendly neighborhood pub with quality music. Atwood’s Tavern

1526 Grafton Group in Cambridge – $25 Gift Certificate Take your pick of Grafton Street, Temple Bar, Redline or Russell House Tavern and enjoy their food and drink anytime Sunday – Wednesday. Grafton Group

1527 Cutty’s in Brookline – $30 Gift Certificate Dine for breakfast or lunch in this 16 seat family-owned sandwich shop. Handcrafted food made with skill, care and awesome local ingredients. Cutty’s

1528 Watch City Brewing in Waltham – $25 Gift Certificate Watch City Brewing on Moody Street. To know it is to love it. And beer. Open 11:30 am – 1:00 am! Watch City Brewery Company

1529 Garden at the Cellar in Cambridge – $50 Gift Certificate A gastropub between Harvard and Central Squares with cuisine that pays homage to the bounty of gardens, local farms and environmentally-responsible products. Garden at the Cellar

Dining Out – Over $501530 The Helmand in Cambridge – $60 Gift Certificate

Expand your food horizons with cuisine from Afghanistan conveniently located in East Cambridge. Helmand Restaurant

1550 Upstairs on the Square – $100 Gift Certificate Fine Harvard Square dining in an elegantly playful atmosphere. Valid Sunday - Friday excepting some holidays. Upstairs on the Square

1551 Craigie On Main in Cambridge – Brunch for Two ($75) Chef Tony Maws combines French-inspired “refined rusticity” with local organic ingredients for brunch at this Central Square bistro. Craigie On Main

1552 Gaslight in the South End – $100 Gift Certificate Dine at this classic neighborhood Parisian brasserie in a warm newly renovated old space. Gaslight

1553 Henrietta’s Table in Harvard Square – Brunch for Two ($90) Enjoy Saturday or Sunday brunch made with local farm ingredients inside the Charles Hotel. Charles Hotel

1554 Flora in Arlington –- $75 Gift Certificate Chef Bob Sargent creates menus with French and Italian influence and featuring local vegetables and seafood. Not redeemable Saturdays and holidays. Flora

1555 The Fireplace in Brookline – ”Fireside Chat” Tasting for Two Join a Saturday tasting, September-June, with local food and beverage & anecdotes from their local producers. The Fireplace

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1556 T.W. Food in Cambridge– $100 Gift Certificate Dine on house-made charcuterie and locally sourced dishes at this artisanal restaurant in Huron Village. T.W.Food

1557 Christopher’s Restaurant in Cambridge – Dinner for Two Christopher’s features all-natural ingredients, award-winning burgers, and 24 beers on tap. And that fireplace! Christopher’s Restaurant

1558 West Side Lounge in Cambridge – Dinner for Two This neighborhood bistro, located between Harvard and Porter Squares, is known for its seasonal cocktails, wine by the glass and good value. West Side Lounge

1559 Cambridge Brewing Company – $75 Gift Certificate Pair together award winning craft brews with locally sourced New England dishes at the oldest brewery-restaurant in the Boston area. Cambridge Brewing Company

1560 80 Thoreau in Concord – $100 Gift Certificate Dine at a new restaurant worthy of an epicurean outing yet comfortable enough for a casual dinner. Enjoy New England ingredients with French embellishments. 80 Thoreau

1561 Island Creek Oyster Bar in Boston – Brunch for Two Experience a brunch that brings together farmer, chef, and diner in one space. Get to know the oyster grower, harvester, winemaker, distiller, brewer, and fisherman. One meal at a time. Island Creek Oyster Bar

Dining Out – Special Feature1590 Summer Winter Restaurant $50 & Greenhouse Tour in Burlington

Enjoy a delicious meal at Burlington Marriott’s hottest new restaurant and take a personal tour of the greenhouse, led by a former WFCF’s field crew member! Burlington Marriott

1591 ONCE Locavore Dining Event – Two $75 Tickets JJ Gonson hosts Cuisine en Locale’s One Night Culinary Events (ONCE) in various themed scenarios with many courses of delicious local food. Cuisine en Locale

Health, Fitness, Massage1600 Elizabeth Grady in Waltham – Signature Facial

Treat yourself to a refreshing facial treatment by an expert in Waltham! Elizabeth Grady

1601 One-Hour Massage at BodyWise in Waltham – TWO WINNERS BodyWise Therapeutic Massage offers a variety of treatments to make you feel great: Deep Tissue, Prenatal/Postpartum, Sports Injury and more! Bodywise Therapeutic Massage

1602 Creative Expressions Salon in Lexington – Wash, Cut and Finish Get spruced up for springtime at a hair salon that has on-site parking and is convenient to the Minuteman Bike Path and I-95. Creative Expressions Salon

Services and Consults1651 Family/Group Photo Session with Lynda Banzi-Sponholtz

Spend one-hour session at the Farm or within 60 miles of Boston with professional photographer! Receive two 8 x 10 prints and web-gallery of photos for one month. Lynda Banzi-Sponholtz

1652 Soloff Space Solutions – Three Hour Space Organizing Organize your home or office with a pro! Great gift for new moms, adults who are downsizing, anyone who wants more space. Soloff Space Solutions

1653 Colin Smith Architecture – Two Hour Design Consultation Now is the time to push ahead with your space dilemmas and building dreams. Meet with this gifted firm to start your building ideas and solutions. Colin Smith Architecture, Inc.

1654 iPhone App Consultation Do you have an idea for an app? Get a one-hour consultation from the software architect who developed apps for WBUR and ‘This American Life’. Rebecca Nesson & Wayne Marshall

1655 Heating and/or A/C Tune Up for Your Home Receive full preventative maintenance on your heating and/or air conditioning system from Waltham-based LeBlanc Mechanical Services. LeBlanc Mechanical

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Local Merchants1700 Taza Chocolate Factory Store – $25 Gift Certificate

Discover Somerville’s chocolate factory, the only producer in the U.S. of 100% stone ground, hand made organic chocolate using sustainable practices. Taza Chocolate

1701 Henry Bear’s Park – $25 Gift Certificate Part of the play life of families in greater Boston since 1976, now with toy store locations in Cambridge, Brookline, and Arlington. Henry Bear’s Park

1702 Tags Hardware in Cambridge – $25 Gift Certificate Check out Tags’ kitchen, home, and bath items as well as gardening and hardware supplies - in Porter Square Shopping Center. Tags Hardware

1703 Bookcase Factory Outlet – $150 Gift Certificate A store filled with in-stock, ordered or custom made unfinished furniture in Watertown and Somerville! Bookcase Factory Outlet

1704 Urban AdvenTours of Boston – Two Classic Tours or City Bicycle Rentals Grab a friend and join one of their many fabulous City Bike tours, or rent a City bike for the day! Urban AdvenTours

1705 Magpie in Somerville – $25 Gift Certificate A wonderful gift store with handmade things for your nest! Magpie

Museums and Memberships1800 Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC)) – Annual Membership

Along with membership, you receive AMC Outdoors magazine and discounts on lodging, books, maps and merchandise. AMC

1802 Peabody Essex Museum in Salem – Four Passes One of the nation’s major museums for Asian art along with the finest collections of Native American and Oceanic art plus historic houses and gardens. Peabody Essex Museum

1804 Garden in the Woods in Framingham – Four Passes Visit New England’s premier wildflower garden, named one of the 1,000 Great Places to Visit in Massachusetts. Open for visitors through October 31, 2012 New England Wild Flower Society

1805 Larz Anderson Auto Museum Family Membership – TWO WINNERS Free admission to the museum and grounds in Brookline with museum store discounts and admission to lawn events and special exhibits. Larz Anderson Auto Museum

1806 Mass MoCA- Two Gallery Passes Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art in North Adams, MA is one of the world’s premier centers for showing the best art of our time. MASS MoCA

1807 Fruitlands Museum - Household Membership Two adults and kids under 17 have free access to this Harvard, Massachusetts landmark of New England heritage, nature, and art. Fruitlands Museum

1808 Mystic River Watershed Association Membership Plus Package Enjoy free family membership along with an Eco Bag with a Mystic River scene, a photo contest calendar and an Urban Trails Map. Mystic River Watershed Association

1809 ArtsEmerson - One-Year Membership plus Two Tickets ArtsEmerson: The World on Stage presents work from the world’s legendary and pioneering artists, at the beautifully restored Paramount and Cutler Majestic Theatres. ArtsEmerson

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www.nevachdesign.com

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Concerts and Theatre1853 New Rep Theatre in Watertown – Vouchers for Two

You choice of performances in the Charles Mosesian Theater during the 2012-2013 season. Valid for any shows except Saturday evening. New Repertory Theatre

1854 Capitol Theatre in Arlington or Somerville Theatre – Four Passes It’s Movie Time, times four! Good for one year. FEI Theaters

1855 American Repertory Theater: Two Tickets Voucher Two people can enjoy any A.R.T show any time but Sat. evenings. American Repertory Theater

1856 Huntington Theatre Company “Private Lives” – Two Tickets Attend this sparkling comedy showing at the BU Theatre between May 25 and June 24, 2012. The Huntington Theatre Company

1857 Cantata Singers Performance: May 12, 2012 – 2 VIP tickets Attend the May 12 performance “In Thoughts Our Dreams.” Pre-concert lecture in the Keller Room and performance in New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall. Cantata Singers

1858 Handel and Haydn Society – 2 Concert Tickets Two B-Level tickets to a performance in the Handel and Haydn Society | Harry Christophers, Artistic Director 2011–2012 season. Handel and Haydn Society

1859 Johnny D’s in Somerville – Six Passes to Live Music Each certificate good for $10 off admission to a musical performance at this laid-back Davis Square institution. Johnny D’s

1860 Boston Early Music Festival – Two Tickets Experience a concert form North America’s premier organization for conservators and performers of music of the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical periods. Boston Early Music Festival

Sports1901 Red Sox vs. Cleveland Indians on May 12th – Four Tix + Parking

You and Three Friends - third row, behind third base! And don’t worry about finding parking; you get a pass! Cheryl Forte

1908 Red Sox vs. Cleveland Indians on May 12th – Two Tix Bring along a friend for this Saturday evening game – 7:10pm start. Wendy Cadge & Deborah Elliott

1902 Cyprian Keyes Golf Club in Boylston – Round for Four Take a day off from your routine! You and three others will enjoy a golf outing in Boylston, Monday - Thursday. Carts not included. Cyprian Keyes Golf Club

1903 Boston Celtics ”Old/New Big Three” Photo Commemorate the days of Bird, Parish, and McHale on the old Garden floor alongside our modern monster trio of Pierce, Garnett, Allen! KBK Sports

1904 Dave Roberts Autographed “The Steal” Panoramic The single most important play that won the Red Sox the World Series in 2004. KBK Sports

1905 Dustin Pedroia Autographed Baseball Bat A keepsake from Red Sox All-Star Dustin Pedroia, a formidible force at bat or at second base! KBK Sports

1906 Paul Pierce Autographed Basketball An official game basketball signed by ten-time All-Star and four-time All-NBA team selection, Paul Pierce. One of only three Celtics to score over 20,000 points with the team. KBK Sports

1907 Never Too Late Basketball Weekly Practice Clinic Whatever your skill level, you’ll get a lot out of a 8 or 10 week clinic program with Never Too Late Basketball. Choose from JP or Somerville locations. Never Too Late Basketball

Vacations and Getaways1950 Irving House in Harvard Square - Overnight Stay for Two

Stay overnight at this lovely guesthouse on a quiet street in Harvard Square. Room with private bath, breakfast, off street parking and wi-fi are included. Irving House

1952 Westin Waltham - Overnight Stay for Two Friday or Saturday night stay at the Westin Waltham with breakfast for two, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness area and wi-fi. The Westin Waltham

1953 Hotel Indigo in Newton - Overnight Stay for Two Enjoy continental breakfast with your stay, as well the fitness center and outdoor pool (June-Sept). Check out the local-fare dining at their partner restaurant, Bokx 109! Hotel Indigo

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As a long-standing, highly-involved member of the Waltham community, we at Hobbs Brook Office Park are proud to sponsor the

Waltham Fields Community Farm.

Learn what Hobbs Brook is doing to help Waltham continue to succeed.

Call us at 781-890-2128 or visit www.hobbsbrook.com today.

225 Wyman Street, Waltham, MA 02451

What Makes a Community a Community Is That We’re All Building It Together.

1954 Rocky Mountain Summer Retreat in Breckenridge, CO Enjoy a week during summer in a 3-bdrm, 3.5-bath, fully equipped condo that easily sleeps ten. Enjoy music, art and film festivals, horseback riding, hiking, fabulous wildflowers, and walk to outstanding restaurants and quaint shopping in town. Julie Johnson McVeigh

1956 The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa – Overnight Stay Enjoy a one-night stay for two near Burlington, VT and the best skiing in the East. Plan time at Cook’s Academy and the Spa. The Essex Resort & Spa

1957 Sheraton Boston - Overnight Stay for Two Stay overnight in a Deluxe room in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. Sheraton Boston Hotel

1959 Holiday Inn Express in Waltham - One Night Stay Stay the night and enjoy a hot buffet breakfast for two. Holiday Inn Express

1960 Nashoba Valley Ski in Westford - Tickets for Two Break away for a day of skiing or snowboarding with these two “anytime” tickets at Boston’s escape for winter fun! Nashoba Valley Ski Area

1961 Ames Hotel in Boston - Room and Breakfast for Two One special night for two in a Superior room in this boutique hotel plus breakfast at Woodward. Located by the Old State House in Boston. Ames Hotel

1962 Roundtrip Ferry Pass for Two (plus kids) to Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard Roundtrip passage for two adults and up to six children on Hy-Line’s Traditional Ferry between Hyannis and either Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard. Hy-Line Cruises

1963 Three Day Weekend Getaway in Waitsfield VT Recharge in the fall or spring with a 2-3 day stay in the 5 bedroom home of the Hoblitzelle family in Mad River Valley. Hiking, Saturday farmers’ market, gorgeous views of the Green Mountains. Hoblitzelle Waitsfield LLC

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About Waltham Fields Community Farm Waltham Fields Community Farm is the official business name of Community Farms Outreach, Inc. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit farming organization.

Mission

Waltham Fields Community Farm (WFCF) promotes local agriculture and food access through our farming operations and educational programs, using practices that are socially, ecologically, and economically sustainable. We encourage healthy relationships between people, their food supply, and the land from which it grows.

Thank you for coming! We are very grateful for your support.

Waltham Fields Community Farm thanks its Local Business Heroes! AlphaGraphics, WalthamCity Side SubaruEarth, Inc.Eastern Bank Charitable FoundationElephant Walk, WalthamFresh Pond Capital/Reynders McVeigh Capital Management, LLCGordon’s Fine Wines and LiquorsGravestar Inc. (Waltham Plaza, LLC) Hobbs Brook Management, LLCLeBlanc MechanicalPeace Frog Organic SolutionsStanton Insurance AgencySunshine Advantage, LLCWatertown Savings BankWhole Foods Market, Fresh Pond and Newtonville

Upcoming Events and ProgramsFor more information and a complete listing, download our 2012 Program Calendar at www.communityfarms.org.

Seedling SalesOrganically grown vegetable and flower seedlings for saleSaturdays: May 12, May 19 Sunday: May 20 (9am-4pm)

Soil Testing Workshop w/ John Spargo from UMassSaturday, May 12th (10am-12pm) Register through our website!

Spring Children’s Learning Garden ProgramsSign your child/children up for one of our preschool or after-school programs this spring! Farm visits for school and youth groups are also available.

Contact Us

240 Beaver Street Waltham, MA 02452

www.communityfarms.org

781-899-2403

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