Upcoming Events
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10/5
Farm Fresh Market
Farm Fresh Market
Thursday, October 5th, 2023
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Fairfield Way, outside Homer Babidge Library
The Farm Fresh Market offers fresh seasonal produce from our own Spring Valley Student Farm and baked goods from UConn’s Not Just Desserts Bakery for sale. Bakery items may include fresh baked pies, breads, bars, cake slices, and gluten free/vegan offerings. The UConn Dairy Bar truck may also stop by! Offerings at the market may change each week so stop by to see what we have. Feel free to chat with the student famers and learn more about some interesting varieties they grow, their farming practices, and what they love about Spring Valley Student Farm. FALL 2023 Market Details Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm Dates: Thursdays, August 31st through October 12th Sept/Oct markets will be weather dependent Location: Fairfield Way (located near the library) Open to all. Only Credit/Debit accepted. Note: Summer market ended on August 17th and will resume on August 31st. MARKET UPDATES: Please follow UConn Dining Services on our social accounts for market updates. Make sure to also follow Spring Valley Farm on Facebook and Instagram and the UConn Bakery on Facebook. At Spring Valley our growing methods include: No pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, GMO seeds, or chemical fertilizers. Prioritizing biodiversity and respectful stewardship of Spring Valley’s natural resources. Preserving biodiversity among crops, pollinators, and wildlife. Ask us about our sustainable growing practices! -
10/6
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Friday, October 6th, 2023
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
104 Spring Manor Road, Storrs CT
Help us plant seeds, pull weeds, and harvest fresh produce for UConn’s dining halls! This is a wonderful way to earn community service hours and become introduced to a vibrant community of students who are passionate about caring for the land we farm and each other. We offer tours of the farm, including field, hoophouse, Edible Forest Garden, aquaponics greenhouse, pollinator gardens, Solar thermal and PV arrays, and many other ongoing sustainability projects. Remember to dress for the outdoors! Carpool with friends, or sign up for the free shuttle: https://uconntact.uconn.edu/organization/cocsd/events We look forward to meeting you! -
10/12
Farm Fresh Market
Farm Fresh Market
Thursday, October 12th, 2023
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Fairfield Way, outside Homer Babidge Library
The Farm Fresh Market offers fresh seasonal produce from our own Spring Valley Student Farm and baked goods from UConn’s Not Just Desserts Bakery for sale. Bakery items may include fresh baked pies, breads, bars, cake slices, and gluten free/vegan offerings. The UConn Dairy Bar truck may also stop by! Offerings at the market may change each week so stop by to see what we have. Feel free to chat with the student famers and learn more about some interesting varieties they grow, their farming practices, and what they love about Spring Valley Student Farm. FALL 2023 Market Details Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm Dates: Thursdays, August 31st through October 12th Sept/Oct markets will be weather dependent Location: Fairfield Way (located near the library) Open to all. Only Credit/Debit accepted. Note: Summer market ended on August 17th and will resume on August 31st. MARKET UPDATES: Please follow UConn Dining Services on our social accounts for market updates. Make sure to also follow Spring Valley Farm on Facebook and Instagram and the UConn Bakery on Facebook. At Spring Valley our growing methods include: No pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, GMO seeds, or chemical fertilizers. Prioritizing biodiversity and respectful stewardship of Spring Valley’s natural resources. Preserving biodiversity among crops, pollinators, and wildlife. Ask us about our sustainable growing practices! -
10/13
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Friday, October 13th, 2023
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
104 Spring Manor Road, Storrs CT
Help us plant seeds, pull weeds, and harvest fresh produce for UConn’s dining halls! This is a wonderful way to earn community service hours and become introduced to a vibrant community of students who are passionate about caring for the land we farm and each other. We offer tours of the farm, including field, hoophouse, Edible Forest Garden, aquaponics greenhouse, pollinator gardens, Solar thermal and PV arrays, and many other ongoing sustainability projects. Remember to dress for the outdoors! Carpool with friends, or sign up for the free shuttle: https://uconntact.uconn.edu/organization/cocsd/events We look forward to meeting you! -
10/20
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Friday, October 20th, 2023
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
104 Spring Manor Road, Storrs CT
Help us plant seeds, pull weeds, and harvest fresh produce for UConn’s dining halls! This is a wonderful way to earn community service hours and become introduced to a vibrant community of students who are passionate about caring for the land we farm and each other. We offer tours of the farm, including field, hoophouse, Edible Forest Garden, aquaponics greenhouse, pollinator gardens, Solar thermal and PV arrays, and many other ongoing sustainability projects. Remember to dress for the outdoors! Carpool with friends, or sign up for the free shuttle: https://uconntact.uconn.edu/organization/cocsd/events We look forward to meeting you! -
10/27
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Farm Friday at Spring Valley Student Farm
Friday, October 27th, 2023
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
104 Spring Manor Road, Storrs CT
Help us plant seeds, pull weeds, and harvest fresh produce for UConn’s dining halls! This is a wonderful way to earn community service hours and become introduced to a vibrant community of students who are passionate about caring for the land we farm and each other. We offer tours of the farm, including field, hoophouse, Edible Forest Garden, aquaponics greenhouse, pollinator gardens, Solar thermal and PV arrays, and many other ongoing sustainability projects. Remember to dress for the outdoors! Carpool with friends, or sign up for the free shuttle: https://uconntact.uconn.edu/organization/cocsd/events We look forward to meeting you!