News & NotesNews & Noteshttp://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2012-05-11T18:19:00ZSquarespaceNew Farmer at Talmarhttp://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2012/5/11/new-farmer-at-talmar.htmlTalmar Admin2012-05-11T18:17:03Z2012-05-11T18:17:03ZHi all!

I am happy to be joining the Talmar crew as Farm Manager.  Starting this week, I will be heading up the on-farm production operations including the CSA and flower shares.

I come to Talmar with several years of field experience, organic farming savvy,  and a passion for connecting people to their food and the way it is grown. My fiance and I moved to Baltimore after living in Northern California where I worked with several organic farms through the Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF).  While at CAFF, a large part of my role was to engage people with local farm and farmers in order to foster enthusiasm for sustainably-produced, nutritious food.  This ultimately led me to pursue a master's degree in public health to give me the knowledge, skills and tools to encourage health behavior change.

So what brings me back to farming? I think that organic, sustainable agriculture and resilient local food systems are the key to promoting health in America.  This growing movement is one that I want to be a part of as a public health professional, an environmental enthusiast and a young farmer.

I'm happy to be here and will be jumping right in to the growing season. Come on by this Saturday for the Festival of Flowers and meet me!

]]>Join our CSA! and support a Veteran!http://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2012/2/28/join-our-csa-and-support-a-veteran.htmlTalmar Admin2012-02-28T16:32:52Z2012-02-28T16:32:52ZCommunity Supported Agriculture (CSA) is now accepting applications for the 2012 growing season. Help support our farm and we will provide you weekly with fresh, organic, vegetables and herbs. A small portion feeds a family of 4 and a regular portion feeds 6-8 people. Everything is grown organically right here at the farm!

Donate all or some of your CSA share to a Veteran in need!
We are working with The 6th Branch and Semper Fidelis to provide fresh vegetables to Veterans. You can be a part of this wonderful collaboration, by purchasing a CSA share. Choose to donate all or some of your share to a Veteran today! 

]]>Farm Manager Positionhttp://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2012/1/11/farm-manager-position.htmlTalmar Admin2012-01-11T18:28:23Z2012-01-11T18:28:23ZWe are looking for an even tempered Farmer for the 2012 growing season at TALMAR Gardens, located on ten acres within a 365 acre park in Baltimore, MD. This position requires a minimum of five years experience in organic farming methods, both in the growing of produce and specialty cut flower production. They must be knowledgeable in plant pathology, IPM measures, and using OMRI certified products. Farmer must also posses organization and management skills and be able to provide hands on knowledge to interns or first year farmers. Preference will be given to a Farmer with experience in CSA’s, farmers markets and medium scale production. Maintenance on equipment and vehicles will be an added plus. A good driving record with a clean criminal record is mandatory. This is a salaried position with housing and benefits negotiable. Send cover letter and resume to CSAFarmer@gmail.com or fax to 410-321-1466. Interviews will begin immediately.

]]>Christmas Trees Are Here!http://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/12/3/christmas-trees-are-here.htmlBrindley Fisher2011-12-03T17:43:56Z2011-12-03T17:43:56Z

 

Our trees are here and our customers are already picking them out and taking them home.  Don't be left holding the bag, see for yourself!  During the current holiday season Talmar has modiified our hours of operation in order to give you flexibility in purchasing our seasonal greenery.  We look forward to seeing you soon!

Monday through Thursday: 12pm to 5pm
Friday: 12pm to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 6pm
Sunday: 11am to 6pm

]]>Symphony Christmas At Cromwell Parkhttp://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/11/23/symphony-christmas-at-cromwell-park.htmlBrindley Fisher2011-11-23T18:35:22Z2011-11-23T18:35:22ZTalmar and the Baltimore Symphony Associates are pleased to present a weekend of holiday fun and activities at Eck House on the Talmar Campus from December 9-11.  Hours are 10 am to 4 pm. 

Events include:

Workshops & Demonstrations: Talmar staff will demonstrate how to create wreaths, miniature trees and centerpieces.  Join us each day at 10:30 and 1:30 on the first level of Eck House

Boutique: Vendors represented include Studio C, Chocolate Connection, Silver Bird, Kearney Enterprises and more!  Find the boutique on the lower level of Eck House.

Santa's Secret Shoppe for Kids: Go to the upper level of Eck House where children aged 4-12 can shop for their parents, grandparents, siblings and friends.  Gifts are "kid priced" and fun!

Snack Shop & Cafe: Muffins, cookies and drinks will be available, as well as munchies from various food vendors.  Located on the first level of Eck House.

Parking will be available on the grounds at Talmar!

For more information please view the flyer or contact Baltimore Symphony Associates by phone at 410.783.8023 or via email at associates@bsomusic.org

See you there!

 

 

]]>Volunteers Needed!http://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/11/15/volunteers-needed.htmlBrindley Fisher2011-11-15T20:03:27Z2011-11-15T20:03:27Z

TALMAR staff will need extra help throughout the holiday season; selling trees, making wreaths, decorating miniature trees, and overall sales. We are open seven days a week, come join us! If you'd like to pitch in, please contact us at 410-825-2020 and tell us "I want to volunteer!" We look forward to seeing you soon!

]]>Get Ready for the Holidays!http://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/11/9/get-ready-for-the-holidays.htmlBrindley Fisher2011-11-10T01:32:36Z2011-11-10T01:32:36ZIt is almost time to  buy your christmas trees, make your wreaths, and drink your hot chocolate. And all of those things are happening at TALMAR! Open November 25, 2011. Come on out and get into the Holiday spirit with us on the farm!

]]>Visit TALMAR This Holiday Season!http://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/10/5/visit-talmar-this-holiday-season.htmlBrindley Fisher2011-10-05T21:18:02Z2011-10-05T21:18:02Z

]]>TALMAR Summer Youth Employment Program and the Towson Timeshttp://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/7/20/talmar-summer-youth-employment-program-and-the-towson-times.htmlTalmar Admin2011-07-20T20:14:43Z2011-07-20T20:14:43Z

]]>A League of Their Ownhttp://www.talmar.org/talmar-blog/2011/7/6/a-league-of-their-own.htmlTalmar Admin2011-07-06T16:21:27Z2011-07-06T16:21:27Z

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