Autumn abounds. Fall air and changing leaves make sure we know it, despite the warm temperatures. 

We are thinking to the future, as we often do this time of year, and we want you to know our fledgling plans. We are not going to attend winter markets this year.  Our last market of 2021 will be the Saturday/Wednesday market before Thanksgiving. We will return in the early spring- possibly as early as March, but no later than May. We will keep you updated but we want you to know we are fully dedicated to you and we will be back with vegetables a'blazin' come spring. 

Why?

First off, these past two years have been a blur-- between Covid, Jim's surgery, my Pop's stroke, the baby, and the labor shortage --and we need to get our bearings. We need some dedicated time and mental space to get a good look at our business and lay a sustainable course into the future.

Secondly, ever since Wiley was born, we have been chasing our tails to keep things moving. We want to take some time to turn inward and wrap ourselves in the warmth of home with our newly expanded family. 

And a lastly, a big part of why we won't be attending winter markets is that we have been so short staffed we haven't been able to plant for the winter and we knew we wouldn't be able to harvest for winter. At this point we are down to Jim and Tyler in the field, with Helen and Wiley helping for an hour or two a week (negligible haha). Typically, to cover the labor needed this time of year to harvest, go to markets, and plant/prep/harvest for winter, we would count on at at least 4 more people in the field- and they would have to be seasoned (know what they are doing). s

Labor shortage is not, in this moment in time, unique to us. Many businesses are struggling to find people to work. It is however something that we have encountered over the years and it merits consideration. If we need people to operate the way we do, but the people do not choose to be here, there is a call for assessment- whether it is increased mechanization, reduced extras, less variety (or same level but spread over the season), smaller plantings, more successions. In any event, with some room to pick through the data and a good base crew (Tyler is planning on coming back, wahoo), I expect we will come up with some excellent adjustments. 

All that said, we want you to know you can count on us, we will be back in the spring with a shiny plan after what is hopefully our truest rest since we started farming. Thanks for you your support and understanding, it really means a lot to us.

Preorder:
Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/kcHHufMoXiJPkMB28

You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Shana, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/kcHHufMoXiJPkMB28
  • CSA balances are not updated this week. If you were at market last week and need to know your current balance, feel free to email! Otherwise, if you need to know your balance, look back at the previous weeks email. Thanks for the leeway! 
  • We are not going to attend winter markets this year, details above. (if we do at all, it will be sporadically). We will return in the early spring- possibly as early as March, but no later than May. 
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Bok Choi
Pea Shoots
Tatsoi
Mustard
Baby kale
Micro Mix!

All Manner of Deliciousness
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone (less conical than usual) and savoy
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Baby Ginger (freezes for a year, no peeling, juicy like garlic)
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell and Fryer peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers (limited)
Snack peppers
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes
Watermelon Radish
Radish Daikon: Purple, green, white
Radish
Purple top Turnips


Herbs
Parsley
Sage
Mint
Dill
Cilantro (limited)

Coming Soon:
Gil feather turnips
Rutabaga
Sweet Salad Turnips
:  (Balance will be updated next week. Thanks for your patience)
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Elisa and Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  

 :  (Balance will be updated next week. Thanks for your patience)

So. Many. Peppers. Roasted peppers are one of my favorite. Do a big batch and store them in vinegar in the fridge. Eat them all at once. Freeze them. Make a delicious sweet pepper sauce. But whatever you are going to do, do it soon! The sand of good weather days is siphoning through the eye of the day. 

I tried to seed microgreens with Wiley in tow. Let me tell you- he had other plans. Looks like I am on the Wiley clock for a while. 
I miss all of you market folk. Maybe once this tiny, terrific, terror hits a stable week number, we can come to market. Dumb covid sure makes it hard to show off a baby...


Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/rCN5twkmYDBCYb7P8
You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Shana, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/rCN5twkmYDBCYb7P8
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Pea Shoots
Tatsoi
Arugula (limited)

All Manner of Deliciousness
Baby Ginger (freezes for a year, no peeling, juicy like garlic)
Bok Choi
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone (less conical than usual) and savoy
Classic Red Radish (round reds and french breakfast)
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers (limited)
Snack peppers
Cherry tomatoes (limited?)
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes
Watermelon Radish
Purple top Turnips
Purple Daikon

Herbs
Parsley
Sage
Mint
Dill
Cilantro (limited)

Coming Soon:
Gil feather turnips
Rutabaga
Sweet Salad Turnips
: 
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Elisa and Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  ​

Baby ginger is in! Assorted daikon radishes will be available at market.

Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/c5WkM3Aust8RgRDh6
You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Shana, Elisa, Carl, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/c5WkM3Aust8RgRDh6
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
​
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly and Red Curly (limited)
Pea Shoots
Tatsoi
Arugula (limited)

All Manner of Deliciousness
Baby Ginger (freezes for a year, no peeling, juicy like garlic)
Bok Choi
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone (less conical than usual) and savoy
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers
Snack peppers
Cherry tomatoes (limited?)
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes
Radishes
Sweet Salad Turnips (limited)
Watermelon Radish
Purple top Turnips
Purple Daikon

Herbs
Parsley
Sage
Mint
Dill
Cilantro (limited)

Coming Soon:
Gil feather turnips
Rutabaga
Radish
: 
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Elisa and Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.

We're still doing it! It's been harder than normal this year, but we really look forward to seeing you all at market each week. It's really kept my spirits up through the floods and the mosquitoes. Thank you guys! I know I'm a hot mess when I get to see you all on Saturdays, so I don't always get to say it, but: I really appreciate you coming out, talking with us, trading stories, cheering us on though this tough season. It's meant a lot. Onwards and farmwards! - Jim "The Flame of North" Neumann

Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/ZX5oizWekqosgHi56
You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Shana, Elisa, Carl, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/ZX5oizWekqosgHi56
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
​
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly and Red Curly
Pea Shoots
Tatsoi
Arugula

All Manner of Deliciousness
Bok Choi
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone (less conical than usual) and savoy
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers
Snack peppers
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes
Radishes
Sweet Salad Turnips (limited)
Watermelon Radish

Herbs
Parsley
Sage
Mint

Coming Soon:
Purple Daikon
Purple top Turnips
Cilantro
Dill
: 
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Elisa and Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  ​

Ahoy!!

Anyone eat that arugula last week? It was smooth and delicious! I ate a bag by the fistful. Don't worry, there is more this week. Plus bok choy, radishes and tatsoi, plus a whole lot more! 
Team Lake Divide is working hard in mosquito swarms to bring the good stuff to the big city and our neighbors alike. 

Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/ykD7XPYUtN7NQxtJ6
You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Shana, Elisa, Carl, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/ykD7XPYUtN7NQxtJ6
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly and Red Curly
Pea Shoots
Tatsoi
Arugula

All Manner of Deliciousness
Bok Choi
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone (less conical than usual) and savoy!
Carrots! (limited)
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers
Snack peppers
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes (?)
Radishes
Sweet Salad Turnips

Herbs
Parsley
Sage

Coming Soon:
Watermelon Radish
Purple Daikon
Purple top Turnips
Cilantro
Dill
: 
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Elisa and Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  ​

We had some pretty nice days this week. The nights have been colder than the summer crops would like, but it sure is nice sleeping with the windows open again. On the flip side, the Fall crops are taking advantage of the cooler weather and coming into their own. Radishes and Tatsoi will be available at market as a result. 

Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/YjugEvgerRHLDAqy6
You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Shana, Elisa, Carl, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • CSA members! The balances were not updated last week. Expect to see your balance jump from two weeks expenditures. 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/YjugEvgerRHLDAqy6
  • We are looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly and Red Curly
Pea Shoots 
Tatsoi

All Manner of Deliciousness
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone (less conical than usual) and savoy!
Carrots!
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers
Snack peppers
Scallions (maybe)
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes
Fingerling Potatoes
Radishes

Herbs
Basil- (maybe)
Parsley

Coming Soon:
Arugula
Baby Bok Choi

Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Elisa and Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance. ​

September bringing cooler weather and a wide range of mosquitos. Jim and the team have been hard at work prepping ground to get our fall and winter plants in. Foster is packing on the pounds. 

Stockbridge Farm Members and folks that are preapproved to preorder! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/QjdynYm4ZhSxDMSS9
You can find the phone number to text/call in the order form and also in your order receipt

*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Amy (in spirit), Shana, Elisa, Asia, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • CSA members! The balances were not updated last week. Expect to see your balance jump from two weeks expenditures. 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/QjdynYm4ZhSxDMSS9
  • We are looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian (limited)
Pea Shoots 

All Manner of Deliciousness
Cabbage- Round green, sweet cone and savoy!
Carrots!
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers
Shishito Peppers
Snack peppers just coming in! (limited)
Scallions
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (limited)
Potatoes
Fingerling Potatoes

Herbs
Basil- pesto, basil water, squash and basil
Dill with flowers (limited)
Parsley

Coming Soon:
Arugula
Radishes
: 
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana: 6 am to 2:30 pm

 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler and Nicole: 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Carl!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  ​

Ahoy!

Edited to add: I forgot to upload the updated balances in the email! Email or ask at market if you need your current, otherwise, find out next week!

August. The most brutal of the vegetable months and often, also the most bountiful. We have peppers galore. Try the shishito peppers blistered in oil, roasted, or grilled. You can eat the them in their entirety, less the stem. Low investment, high reward. 

We had such and outpouring of love at markets last week and over email and social media. Thank you so much for all the love and support to our little family. We feel it deeply. We haven't been able to respond to everyone directly. We will try! But know until then that we feel the love and we love you back, and that's what makes it all go.

Stockbridge Farm Members! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/TKWbH7EgEitNoH85A
*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Amy (in spirit), Shana, Elisa, Asia, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/TKWbH7EgEitNoH85A
  • We are looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian (limited)
Pea Shoots 

All Manner of Deliciousness
Cabbage- Round green and sweet cone!
Carrots!
Eggplant- asian and italian
Fennel- some with flower stalks. All licoricely sweet.
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers (limited)
Shishito Peppers
Snack peppers just coming in! (limited)
Scallions
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (increasing!)
Potatoes (maybe)

Herbs
Basil- pesto, basil water, squash and basil
Dill with flowers (limited)
Parsley

Coming Soon:
Arugula
Radishes
Potatoes (maybe this week, maybe not...)
: 
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim, Rob (Helen's brother!), and Ellen (Helen's Sister-in-law): 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Asia and Elisa!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  ​

Sorry guys, looks like Mailchimp had a hiccup and dropped all my edits, resulting in a confusing email with a picture of baby Foster and text below him that claimed that he had not yet emerged! He definitely has! Foster Wiley Neumann is finally here! We will still be at markets this week! He's here! 

Stockbridge Farm Members! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/FMaPkqGE9uudqJUBA
*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Foster, Helen, Jim, Amy (in spirit), Shana, Elisa, Asia, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/FMaPkqGE9uudqJUBA
  • We are looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-
Greens:
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian
Pea Shoots 

All Manner of Deliciousness
Cabbage- Round green and sweet cone!
Carrots!
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers (limited)
Shishito Peppers (just starting out)
Scallions
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (limited?)
Zucchini- green and golden zucchini (limited)
Potatoes

Herbs
Basil- pesto, basil water, squash and basil
Dill with flowers (limited)
Dill?
Cilantro?
Parsley

Coming Soon:
Celery
All the Peppers!


Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Tyler and Ellen (Helen's Sister-in-law): 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Nicole 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Jim, Rob (Helen's brother), and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Asia and Elisa!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.  ​

Ahoy!

The direct seeded crops rise! We transplant some fall crops at last. The baby does not yet emerge. The team works so hard and gets so much done.

Stockbridge Farm Members! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/vfa4x8RHHoEBk9qX6 
*Non Stockbridge members that need to pre-order for medical reasons can email for information.

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers!

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Amy (in spirit), Shana, Elisa, Asia, Tyler, and Nicole: The Lake Dividers!

Lake Divide Farm: Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is a important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
 
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • Stockbridge Folks Order here: https://forms.gle/vfa4x8RHHoEBk9qX6 
  • We are looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Fresh From the Field-

​Greens:
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian
Pea Shoots 
Swiss Chard

All Manner of Deliciousness
Cabbage- Round green and sweet cone!
Carrots!
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
Hot Peppers (limited)
Shishito Peppers (just starting out)
Scallions
Cherry tomatoes- Orange and Red in full effect! 
Tomatoes (limited?)
Zucchini- green and golden zucchini

Herbs
Basil- pesto, basil water, squash and basil
Dill with flowers (limited)
Parsley

Coming Soon:
Celery
All the Peppers!
Potatoes (maybe this week, maybe not...)

​
Staying Active: Something to keep the gears of progress engaged: Last update May 13th, 2021
While the movement keeps moving, I struggle to keep up with updating the list. This doesn't mean that this work is any less important.

There are a lot of good seeds here. We need to keep working to raise them up. I will continue to add resources as they come up. 

Keep learning, listening, speaking up, and showing up. We have to continue providing energy for change. There is much to be done. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. 

If you come across resources, readings, or movements that you feel are powerful, please send them our way so we can share them.

I have included below a couple links to readings and some ideas on how to work towards racial equity within your community as well as links to some places where dollars can make a difference.

Because the Michigan Library Association had so much great information, I have linked to their Racial Equity Resources page here. You will find a wide range of resources including books, films, action plans, and organizations. https://www.milibraries.org/racial-equity-resources

Another good resource: Racial Equity Tools

To read: Definitely use the MLPP list for this (linked above). They have some many valuable reads listed there.

Read books by people of color and indigenous people. There are many great booklists to be found.

Anti Racism books for children- from Book Beat in Royal Oak. 
This blog also included a few resources to help children cope with crises. Specifically the National Black Children Development Institute's "An Activity Book for African American Families: Helping Children Cope with Crises."

Soul Fire Farm's Food Sovereignty Action Steps: “If we are not acting to change the system, we are complicit, casting our silent vote to maintain the status quo.” The following food sovereignty action steps were compiled by the Soul Fire Farm community and Northeast Farmers of Color alliance It is divided into seven sections

To Listen and Watch:
There are so many TED talks on talking about race and racism, race, race relations, and the history of racism. Here is one to get you started.
What I am learning from my white grandchildren -- truths about race | Anthony Peterson | TEDxAntioch
Ted Talks on Racism

Something to do:
<>The 21 day Racial Equity Challenge I still recommend it!
<>Organize a reading group. 

<> Show up! Detroit Will Breathe has been marching for Justice daily since March. While they are not marching daily now, they are very active. Check their website for their schedule https://detroitwillbreathe.info/

<> Join an organization: A few listed below, again more can be found on the Michigan Library Association's website

• Be the Bridge, led by Latasha Morrison at Be the Bridge www.bethebridge.com
• EmbraceRace www.embracerace.org
• GARE – Government Alliance on Race and Equity https://www.racialequityalliance.org/

<> Speak up: If you are in a group and the opportunity presents itself to have a discussion do it! It can be scary but it is worth it. Have the difficult conversations is part of the work. Here is a helpful article from AARP (a surprising source) about how to have constructive conversations on the topic of racial justice.
How to Have a Respectful Conversation About Racial Justice


If you come across a good community organizing tool kit, please send it our way so we can share it. 

To contribute monetarily:

Zinn Education Project: Teaching People's History. 100% of Zinn Education Project funding comes from individuals. 

The Zinn Education Project promotes and supports the teaching of people’s history in classrooms across the country. For more than ten years, the Zinn Education Project has introduced students to a more accurate, complex, and engaging understanding of history than is found in traditional textbooks and curricula. With more than 110,000 people registered, and growing by more than 10,000 new registrants every year, the Zinn Education Project has become a leading resource for teachers and teacher educators.

Donate generally to Zinn to help share the People's History.
Or Donate to Zinn's campaign to send people’s history books and lessons to Mississippi teachers and librarians

Detroit Will Breathe: 
While their general fundraising GoFundMe currently redirects donations to support their Federal Lawsuit fund, you can find lots of information about the work that they have been doing and what they have accomplished on that page (found here)
Here is a direct link to support their federal lawsuit. Below is a bit of what the lawsuit is about. You can read more about it on their gofundme page. 
Link to copy paste if needed: https://www.gofundme.com/f/detroit-will-breathe-federal-lawsuit-fund.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
The NAACP is at the forefront of the movement to build political power and ensure the wellbeing of communities of color. Underscoring the advocacy of our 2,200 local units across the country, we empower our communities to make democracy work for them. Your donation to the NAACP helps further our mission to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. Donate today to become our newest monthly sustainer.  

Market Details: We are at market this week
 
-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Wednesday- We will be back soon.

-The Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Saturday with Jim, Rob (Helen's brother!), and Ellen (Helen's Sister-in-law): 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Tyler, Nicole, and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm

-Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Asia and Elisa!
Preorders only please! When you get to the farm, stay in your car and shoot us a text. We will bring you your order!


If you are a CSA member and your account balance is low:

• If you want to continue on as one of our members and your balance does not cover your current order
  • Order what you want
  • Add money into your account either by
    • Bring a check/case to market
    • Mailing a check
    • Letting us know you want to add to your account and we will send you an online invoice to be paid with credit card.
• If you just want to add more to your account, go for it! Use any of the methods listed above.
• If you no longer want to be a farm member
  • We ask that you do not go over your balance.