Monday, May 2, 2011

Fresh Stop Season 2011 Kicking Off Soon!

PRE-ORDER TODAY
Contact Al Mortenson
Ph. (502) 741-2430

What is Fresh Stop at 4UMC?
  • a gathering place for the community surrounding Fourth Avenue United Methodist Church (4UMC)
  • a place to buy affordable, local, fresh produce from local farmers every week
  • a place to share healthy and delicious food recipes and ideas
How?
  • Be sure to get a Fresh Stop brochure in the 4UMC office and fill out the sign-up form today!
  • Fresh, local food is delivered weekly at 10:00 am to the Fresh Stop at 4UMC so everyone can pick up their order and share in the health!
  • Food boxes, or shares, are offered in ONE size this year and have flexible pricing so everyone can afford to enjoy fresh, local food
  • One share (enough for 1-2 people): $12/wk ($6 limited income)
  • We will be able to accept cash, checks, money orders, KY EBT/Food Stamps!
  • Full season shares can be purchased by paying upfront for all 20 weeks
  • Week-to-week orders and pre-payment can be given to a Fresh Stop coordinator by the Sunday before pick-up
When?
  • Fresh Stop will run during the growing season when farmers are harvesting their crops
  • Food shares will be available June 4th through October 15th
  • Shares will be available for pickup every Saturday from 10am -11am in the garden of 4UMC
Why?
  • Fresh Stop - 4UMC envisions a community built around healthy food!
  • When you pick up your food you can exchange recipes and information and connect with knowledgeable neighbors about food and health
  • Weekly newsletter with recipe ideas and nutritional facts about the food will also be offered
  • You will be supporting local farmers, strengthening relationships in the community and improving you and your family's health!