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.

Ahoy!

​Consider Eggplant. Delicious and substantial. I encourage you to eat it: Roasted, babaganoush, steaks, barbequed. 
We are hauling in garlic- a little late but not too late. Back to irrigating! Planting! And riding the tides. 

A friend made a GoFundMe to fund Helen's impending maternity leave. Here is a link if you would like to contribute.

Stockbridge Farm Members! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/tckbUNAbLMTwDa4KA
*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/tckbUNAbLMTwDa4KA
  • 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!
Cucumbers- Limited
Eggplant- asian and italian
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Bell Peppers
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)

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 Helen: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out)

-Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Tyler and Ashley 6 am to 2:30 pm
 -Royal Oak, Saturday with Jim "The Flame of The North" Neumann 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.  ​

​Farmward! We managed to get some ground prepped, even with the inconvenient storms. The peppers are considering joining the market table fold. Some tomatoes are trickling in. We are keeping our chins and our spirits up. 

Stockbridge Farm Members! You can preorder using this link: https://forms.gle/emqHPvSFR7qmCjPV8

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

Your farmers: Helen, Jim, Amy (in spirit), Shana, Elisa, Asia, Tyler and Brandon: 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/emqHPvSFR7qmCjPV8
  • 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
Beets- limited
Cabbage- Round green and sweet cone!
Carrots!
Cucumbers
Eggplant- asian and italian
Fennel- some with flowers
Garlic- fresh and tasty
Kohlrabi- green and red
Scallions
Summer Squash- green and golden zucchini
Cherry tomatoes (limited)
Tomatoes (limited)

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

Coming Soon:
Celery
Peppers of all sorts!
Potatoes

Ahoy!

The rain keeps coming and the mosquitos are here and they are singing to us about it. We are not happy to have them, these uninvited dinner guests. I can almost imagine being carried off by them. I did learn, however, that male mosquitos are pollinators and feed on nectar! What a delightful surprise! A reason to love all 'squitos? I am not so sure about that, but...

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers and if you begin feeling worried about the crowds, remember you can pre-order. If you need help figuring it out, check out our trouble shooting guide at the bottom of the email. Need more help? Just email!!

In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • We are at market this week and the online store is open
  • We may still be looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
• Recipe: Cucumber salad
• Farm News
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change!
• Market Details
• Ordering with Local Line: register and troubleshoot
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Cucumber Salad!
From my mind!

• 1 large cucumber
• 2 teaspoons oil
• 2 teaspoons vinegar of choice (white wine, rice, or apple cider are my top three for this venture)
• salt and pepper
• 1 cup Brown rice
• 1/4 cup Sunflower seeds
• Optional- minced dill, crumbled feta

Cube the cuke! I never peel them. Add all ingredients to container with lid and stir them up. Eat right away or let sit overnight. The rice adds protein and some chew. The sunflower seeds add a nutty flavor, plus protein and antioxidants! This is a great afternoon meal on a hot day. 

Notes from the Farm:
We had a big storm. Our farm is situated to allow us to watch storms roll in. In years past, we begged so many of the storms that we watched along the horizon to no avail. The would split and we would watch them pass to the north and south. 

That generally hasn't happened this year. We watch them get close. Then we hear the rain. Then we feel the wind. Then the rain drops. Yesterday we had a storm that soaked me in under 30 seconds. It was like having 25 gallon bucket overturned over my head. My walkie-talkie filled with water and I sounded like an adult in charlie brown (one of the only times I sound like an adult, I promise). My boots filled with water. We were all filled with water. At least the sun didn't come back out after that. 

My preference is if it is going to dump rain, at least stay gray for the rest of the day, otherwise you get steamed! At least I got my way in that respect. Although it was barely dried out long enough to get to it, we managed to get some of the more important tractor work in- hilling the potatoes, cultivating cabbage, kohlrabi, and celery- but we didn't get to all of it.

Onward and upward! See you at market friends! 

Helen, Jim, Amy, Shana, Elisa, Rose, Asia, Tyler and Brandon: 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.

​Fresh From the Field- We are at Market this week
Greens:
Chard- limited
Head Lettuce- from Tantre- only available 
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian
Microgreens (Arugula, Brassica Mix and Broccoli, Radish)
Pea Shoots 

All Manner of Deliciousness
Beets
Cucumbers
Eggplant- limited
Fennel
Garlic Scapes
Kohlrabi
Radishes
Scallions!
Summer Squash 

Herbs
Basil- pesto, basil water, squash and basil
Dill with flowers
Oregano- sauces and salad
Sage- roasts

Coming Soon:
Cabbage
Carrots
Parsley
Cherry Tomatoes
: 
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 Helen and Amy: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out), pre-order walk-up or curbside pick-up, on site vegetables!. All orders must be picked up by 1 pm. All curbside orders must be picked up by 12 pm. 
The market runs until 3 pm but we may leave early so it is important that you pick up your order by 1 pm.

For curbside pick-up: Email us to let us know. On market day, pull up and park along Detroit street and tell a volunteer your name and that you are picking up an order from Lake Divide.

Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases. *If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. 

Royal Oak, Saturday with Jim "The Flame of The North" Neumann, Rose and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases.
Find us inside in our usual spot. 

*If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. I will email you the instructions Friday after all orders are in.

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
    • Putting a check or cash in your trunk/backseat Saturday for pick-up and emailing to let me know
    • Mailing a check
    • Using the online store
• 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.  

Ordering: How to Register with Local Line
If you have already registered with Local Line, just log in and use your account to order. If you haven't already done it, please make sure your account name is in the format Lastname.First as in Chandler.Helen or Neumann.Jim. This isn't required but it helps us when we are entering data, packing, and handling pick ups. 

Trouble shooting:If you have filled your cart but your order isn't going through: If the answer to one of these questions is yes, that is the cause of your problem.

• Is your total less than $10? We have a $10 minimum to help us deal with the extra cost of packing orders.
• Is it between Friday morning and Tuesday afternoon? Ordering is open from sometime Tuesday afternoon until Thursday at midnight

Are you a CSA member but your order receipt says balance due in 30 days?

• Don't worry about this. We had to set up a work around to get Local Line to fit the needs for our business. 

You have made an account but can't log in:

• Did you verify your email address? After you create your username and password, Local Line sends a confirmation email. You can find it by searching your inbox for and email from localline.ca and the exact phrase "please verify your email address"  

If you still need to register with Local Line, follow these instructions. To avoid difficulty, PLEASE READ THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
How to create a Local Line Account:

1. Head to the link at the bottom of these steps.
2. Register using the green button to the right.
3. You will be asked to enter a bunch of information and there are a two things that are very important
   1. Be sure to use the email address that this email went to. If you don't, you may be asked to pay using a credit card.
   2. Please use the Lastname.First for the Account name. (Your last name follow by a period followed by your first name, with no spaces. For example Chandler.Helen)
4. You will then need to verify your email address by going to your email inbox and responding to the email that comes from Local Line.
5. At last! You can order!
6. Here is the link to use to create your Local Line account: https://www.localline.ca/lakedividefarm

: ​

The cooler weather has been easier on our bodies and  I think everyone is grateful for it, dogs and all. And we finally got some rain! We haven't been on irrigation duty for almost a week! The storm on Friday brought a gentle soak, and Sunday's storm threatened severe consequences (think tennis ball sized hail and gale force winds). Luckily, in the end, all it did was dump a bunch of water on us. We were parched, so happy. 

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers and if you begin feeling worried about the crowds, remember you can pre-order. If you need help figuring it out, check out our trouble shooting guide at the bottom of the email. Need more help? Just email!!
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • We are at market this week and the online store is open
  • We may still be looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
  • We may be looking for market volunteers for the months of August and September due to the impending baby. It is a fast-paced and boisterous Saturday morning activity. If that sounds like something you would be good at and enjoy, please email or talk to one of us at market.
• Recipe: Sautéed Garlic Scapes
• Farm News
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change: Celebrate Juneteenth!
  • Learn about Juneteenth here
  • Find places to celebrate in Michigan here and here (admittedly the second link is google's event search return but it is a place to start!)
• Market Details
• Ordering with Local Line: register and troubleshoot
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Sautéed Garlic Scapes!

• 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped garlic scapes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

Cut garlic scapes into one inch pieces and sauté them in a pan with butter at medium heat until the skins of the scapes start to brown, add salt to taste and eat hot! You can add a little grated hard cheese on top for added awesomeness! ;) A little splash of lemon juice or zest is also a nice addition

Notes from the Farm:
We continue to rage against time! All that water brought life all around. This means weeds! All those grasses, annuals and perennials (ragweed, jimson weed, curly dock, velvet leaf to name a few), are rising! And we have to rise to meet them. Pulling them by the fistful and cultivating with the tractor- please let them be no match for us!

We are also continuing to plant! This means more ground to prep. Onto the tractor to mow, till, and amend the soil so it is ready for our fall broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and such. It is also just about time to hill our potatoes and ginger. For both of these crops, we pull soil up around their stems so that the plants are encouraged to make more of the delicious roots (tubers and rhizomes) that we love. 

As seen in the pictures, we are also finally getting some trellis on the tomatoes! That's right! This year all the tomatoes in our tunnels and hightunnel are getting trellised to a single line. The line is wound on a spool, creatively called a "Tomahook". As the tomatoes grow, we prune off all the side shoots (suckers), let out more twine, and wrap it around the stem. Allegedly (on good evidence) this produces a bountiful, blemish free harvest. We admit to snacking on the first of some of the cherry tomatoes. They will not disappoint! We hope to finish all this trellising by end of day Saturday- wish us luck!!!

Thanks for all the love and support! See you at market this weekend!

Onward and upward! See you at market friends! 

Helen, Jim, Amy, Shana, Elisa, Rose, Asia, Tyler and Brandon (Plus special guest start Eva back for a Lake Divide Hurrah): 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.

Fresh From the Field

Greens:
Chard 
Head Lettuce! 
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian
Microgreens (Arugula, Radish, Brassica Mix and Broccoli)
Pea Shoots (limited)
Spinach (limited)

All Manner of Deliciousness
Beets!
Garlic Scapes
Scallions?
Summer Squash 
Cucumbers!
Kohlrabi!
Radishes!

Herbs
Basil- pesto
Oregano- sauces and salad
Sage- roasts

Coming Soon:
Fennel


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 Amy: 8 am to 3 pm (or till sold out), pre-order walk-up or curbside pick-up, on site vegetables!. All orders must be picked up by 1 pm. All curbside orders must be picked up by 12 pm. 
The market runs until 3 pm but we may leave early so it is important that you pick up your order by 1 pm.

For curbside pick-up: Email us to let us know. On market day, pull up and park along Detroit street and tell a volunteer your name and that you are picking up an order from Lake Divide.

Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases. *If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. 

Royal Oak, Saturday with Jim "The Flame of The North" Neumann and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases.
Find us inside in our usual spot. 

*If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. I will email you the instructions Friday after all orders are in.

Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with a robot named Helen, 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
    • Putting a check or cash in your trunk/backseat Saturday for pick-up and emailing to let me know
    • Mailing a check
    • Using the online store
• 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.  

Ordering: How to Register with Local Line
If you have already registered with Local Line, just log in and use your account to order. If you haven't already done it, please make sure your account name is in the format Lastname.First as in Chandler.Helen or Neumann.Jim. This isn't required but it helps us when we are entering data, packing, and handling pick ups. 

Trouble shooting:If you have filled your cart but your order isn't going through: If the answer to one of these questions is yes, that is the cause of your problem.

• Is your total less than $10? We have a $10 minimum to help us deal with the extra cost of packing orders.
• Is it between Friday morning and Tuesday afternoon? Ordering is open from sometime Tuesday afternoon until Thursday at midnight

Are you a CSA member but your order receipt says balance due in 30 days?

• Don't worry about this. We had to set up a work around to get Local Line to fit the needs for our business. 

You have made an account but can't log in:

• Did you verify your email address? After you create your username and password, Local Line sends a confirmation email. You can find it by searching your inbox for and email from localline.ca and the exact phrase "please verify your email address"  

If you still need to register with Local Line, follow these instructions. To avoid difficulty, PLEASE READ THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
How to create a Local Line Account:

1. Head to the link at the bottom of these steps.
2. Register using the green button to the right.
3. You will be asked to enter a bunch of information and there are a two things that are very important
   1. Be sure to use the email address that this email went to. If you don't, you may be asked to pay using a credit card.
   2. Please use the Lastname.First for the Account name. (Your last name follow by a period followed by your first name, with no spaces. For example Chandler.Helen)
4. You will then need to verify your email address by going to your email inbox and responding to the email that comes from Local Line.
5. At last! You can order!
6. Here is the link to use to create your Local Line account: https://www.localline.ca/lakedividefarm

​The eggs that our birds have been incubating have finally hatched! This means 4 adorable fluffballs on stilts (young kildeer), supervised by their helicopter parents. And 2 white fuzz coated turkey vultures steadily growing in their nest in the barn while their mother brings them food. I am so so excited! There are also lots of young redwing blackbirds, flutter walking around the farm, followed by parent birds, and I am sure sparrows and others. And, I dreamt we had baby salamanders- does that count?
We are in full force now! Making room for wilds, preparing ground for food, harvesting more. 

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers and if you begin feeling worried about the crowds, remember you can pre-order. If you need help figuring it out, check out our trouble shooting guide at the bottom of the email. Need more help? Just email!!

​In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • We are at market this week and the online store is open
  • We may still be looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
  • We may be looking for market volunteers for the months of August and September due to the impending baby. It is a fast-paced and boisterous Saturday morning activity. If that sounds like something you would be good at and enjoy, please email or talk to one of us at market.
• Recipe: Garlic Scape Pesto
• Farm News
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change: Celebrate Juneteenth!
  • Learn about Juneteenth here
  • Find places to celebrate in Michigan here and here (admittedly the second link is google's event search return but it is a place to start!)
• Market Details
• Ordering with Local Line: register and troubleshoot
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Garlic Scape Pesto!

• 1/4 cup pine nuts- toasted if desired (or almonds)
• 3/4 cup coarsely chopped garlic scapes
• Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• A few generous grinds of black pepper
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

Combine the scapes, pine nuts, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse about 20 times, until fairly well combined. Pour in the olive oil slowly through the feed tube while the motor is running. When the oil is incorporated, transfer the pesto to a bowl and stir in the grated cheese. If you plan to freeze the pesto, wait to add the cheese until after you've defrosted it.

Notes from the Farm:
So much has happened this week. We are still running behind but catching up. All the tomatoes are planted, as well as all the eggplant! All the wintersquash has been planted, plus all the sweet potatoes. Round two of cabbage and kohlrabi, plus brussel sprouts, celery and  another round of cilantro and dill seeded. That's just about 2 acres planted in short order! We keep it rolling is right!

The first round of dill and carrots are weeded and growing, the onions are cultivated and awaiting some touch ups, and irrigation tubing has been set up to carry life sustaining water to all these places. We have more to plant including melon, watermelon, peppers, round two of kale and chard, and leeks! Plus to care for what is in the ground- trellising, weeding, watering etc. Send us the love and swift of foot for much lays ahead.

And on that note, man, I am feeling preg-nant! Whoo! It hit me like a brick wall this past week. I don't know if it is the extra weight the baby packs on towards the end, the heat, the non-stop of it all, or what but I'd be lying if I didn't say I was feeling it for real. I am so grateful to all these able bodied and determined folks surrounding me, reminding me this won't last forever and to drink water. 

Onward and upward! See you at market friends! 

Helen, Jim, Amy, Shana, Elisa, Rose, Asia, Tyler and Brandon (Plus special guest start Eva back for a Lake Divide Hurrah): 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.

Fresh From the Field- We are at Market this week

Greens:
Arugula (from Tantre- Royal Oak and Eastern only)
Chard (limited)
Head Lettuce! 
Kale- Green Curly, Red Curly, and Tender Red Russian
Microgreens (Arugula, Radish, Brassica Mix and Broccoli)
Pea Shoots 
Spinach 

All Manner of Deliciousness
Beets?
Garlic Scapes
Scallions?
Summer Squash (limited)

Herbs
Basil- pesto
Mint- tea and salad
Oregano- sauces and salad
Sage- roasts
Thyme (limited)

Coming Soon:
Cucumbers
Fennel
Kohlrabi


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 Amy: 7 am to 3 pm (or till sold out), pre-order walk-up or curbside pick-up, on site vegetables!. All orders must be picked up by 1 pm. All curbside orders must be picked up by 12 pm. 
The market runs until 3 pm but we may leave early so it is important that you pick up your order by 1 pm.

For curbside pick-up: Email us to let us know. On market day, pull up and park along Detroit street and tell a volunteer your name and that you are picking up an order from Lake Divide.

Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases. *If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. 

Royal Oak, Saturday with Helen and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases.
Find us inside in our usual spot. 

*If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. I will email you the instructions Friday after all orders are in.

Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Jim, 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
    • Putting a check or cash in your trunk/backseat Saturday for pick-up and emailing to let me know
    • Mailing a check
    • Using the online store
• 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.  

 : 

Ordering: How to Register with Local Line
If you have already registered with Local Line, just log in and use your account to order. If you haven't already done it, please make sure your account name is in the format Lastname.First as in Chandler.Helen or Neumann.Jim. This isn't required but it helps us when we are entering data, packing, and handling pick ups. 

Trouble shooting:If you have filled your cart but your order isn't going through: If the answer to one of these questions is yes, that is the cause of your problem.

• Is your total less than $10? We have a $10 minimum to help us deal with the extra cost of packing orders.
• Is it between Friday morning and Tuesday afternoon? Ordering is open from sometime Tuesday afternoon until Thursday at midnight

Are you a CSA member but your order receipt says balance due in 30 days?

• Don't worry about this. We had to set up a work around to get Local Line to fit the needs for our business. 

You have made an account but can't log in:

• Did you verify your email address? After you create your username and password, Local Line sends a confirmation email. You can find it by searching your inbox for and email from localline.ca and the exact phrase "please verify your email address"  

If you still need to register with Local Line, follow these instructions. To avoid difficulty, PLEASE READ THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
How to create a Local Line Account:

1. Head to the link at the bottom of these steps.
2. Register using the green button to the right.
3. You will be asked to enter a bunch of information and there are a two things that are very important
   1. Be sure to use the email address that this email went to. If you don't, you may be asked to pay using a credit card.
   2. Please use the Lastname.First for the Account name. (Your last name follow by a period followed by your first name, with no spaces. For example Chandler.Helen)
4. You will then need to verify your email address by going to your email inbox and responding to the email that comes from Local Line.
5. At last! You can order!
6. Here is the link to use to create your Local Line account: https://www.localline.ca/lakedividefarm​

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Word on the farm is HOT. We start the day glistening from the heat and within moments are dusted with earth. Even so, we end the day beaming with the joy of of a job well done. June is when the hustle truly rises. 

Keep coming out to the market to support your local growers and if you begin feeling worried about the crowds, remember you can pre-order. If you need help figuring it out, check out our trouble shooting guide at the bottom of the email. Need more help? Just email!!
In this email:

• Generally important notes- 
  • We are at market this week and the online store is open
  • We may still be looking for good crew candidates. If you would like to keep your name in the hat, please send us an email!
  • We may be looking for market volunteers for the months of August and September due to the impending baby. It is a fast-paced and boisterous Saturday morning activity. If that sounds like something you would be good at and enjoy, please email or talk to one of us at market.
• Recipe: Lettuce Wraps
• Farm News
• Fresh From the Field
• Staying active and engaged with social change
• Market Details
• Ordering with Local Line: register and troubleshoot
• CSA members- what to do if your account is low

Lettuce Wraps!
For those of you that want more from your lettuce than a rough chop, drizzled with olive oil and good salt- lettuce wraps! A crunchy delivery system for savory treats!
There are so many filling options- lentils, meats, sautéed vegetables, grains, cheeses, raw vegetables sliced thinly... Here is just one of the googleable options:

From Vanilla and Bean

Vegetarian Thai Lentil Lettuce Wraps
Quick, easy and nourishing, Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps with a crave-worthy Miso Sriracha Peanut Sauce make a hearty yet light lunch or dinner. Packed with garlicky, gingery lentils and mushrooms, these lettuce wraps are hearty and filling. This recipe is vegetarian and vegan 

Thai inspired flavors highlight lentils and mushrooms topped with seasonal veggies and a Sriracha peanut sauce all wrapped up in leafy butter lettuce. Lettuce wraps are simple to pull together and meal prep ready! This recipe is vegetarian and vegan.*There is some overlap in the cook and prep time, but overall, this recipe comes in at under an hour.IngredientsFor the Filling:

• 3/4 C (145g) French Green Lentils
• 2 C (472g) Water
• 2 tsp Sesame Oil
• 8 oz (200g) Shiitake Mushrooms
• 1/4 C (50g) Purple Onion diced,
• 1 tsp grated ginger*
• 1 tsp grated garlic*
• 1 1/2 Tbs Tamari
• 2 tsp Maple Syrup
• 2 tsp Prepared Thai Red Curry Paste
• 1 tsp Sriracha
• 1 1/2 tsp Liquid Aminos or more Tamari

For the Sauce:

• 1/4 C (70g) Peanut Butter smooth or chunky
• 1 T White Miso Paste
• 1 tsp Grated Garlic*
• 1 tsp Grated Ginger*
• 1 Lime juiced
• 1 tsp Sriracha
• 1 tsp Maple Syrup
• 3-5 Tbs Hot Water increase or decrease depending on consistency

For the Toppings:

• 1 C (100g) Snow Peas or Snap Peas trimmed and sliced into 1/4" pieces on the bias**
• 1 C (75g) Carrots julienne or grated
• 3 Tbs Scallions sliced thin on the bias
• 1 Tbs Sesame Seeds

For Garnish:

• Thai Basil and/or Cilantro
• Lime wedges

Instructions 
For the Filling:

• In a small saucepot add the lentils and water. Bring to a boil then simmer for about 27 minutes. The lentils will be soft but still firm enough to hold their shape and texture.
• While the lentils are simmering, destem the mushrooms and slice the caps thin. The stems tend to be tough so discard them. Add the sesame oil to a large saute pan and heat on medium high until shimmering. Add the onion and saute for about two minutes, or until soft. Add the mushrooms and cook on low for 10 minutes.Allow the mushrooms to set in the pan for 2-3 minutes at a time, without stirring to get a bit of a sear on them. About two minutes before the mushrooms are done, toss in the ginger and garlic. Stir well.
• To the onion and mushroom mixture add the tamari, maple syrup, curry paste, Sriracha, and liquid aminos. Stir and cook on low for 2-3 minutes to incorporate all the flavors. Add the lentils to the mushroom mixture and stir to incorporate. Remove from heat. Taste for seasoning adjustment and add a few pinches of salt if necessary.

For the Sauce:

• In a food processor, add the peanut butter, miso paste, garlic, ginger, lime juice, Sriracha, maple syrup and 3 Tbs of hot water. Process until smooth, adding additional water if needed to adjust consistency. The sauce should be pourable and smooth but not runny.

To Assemble:

• Rewarm the lentil mixture if necessary or serve the filling chilled. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons full of filling in the bottom of a piece of lettuce. Top with snow peas, carrots, scallions and a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Spoon a tablespoon of sauce over the wrap and garnish with leaves of fresh Thai basil. Serve with a wedge of lime and more sauce for drizzling.

Notes:

• Packing it out for Lunch: If lettuce wraps seem too fussy or you’d rather pack this out for lunch and eat it with a fork, these lettuce wraps turn into a salad with ease. Simply chop the lettuce into bite size pieces and combine with the filling and toppings. Dress it with sauce.
• Meal prep ready! Make the lentil filling and lettuce wrap sauce at least two days in advance and store in the fridge in a lidded container, separately. Assemble when ready to enjoy. 
• To make these even heartier, add cooked and chilled thin rice noodles to the lettuce wraps.
• When snow peas are out of season, sub thinly sliced cabbage.
• The filling can be served warm or chilled.
• To prep the carrots with ease, I use a julienne peeler.  It’s fast and works like a charm.
• *Use a micro plane to grate the garlic and ginger or finely mince.**When Snow Peas are out of season, I use thinly sliced raw cabbage in this recipe.

Notes from the Farm:
We are off to the races, sprinting from task to task. And the farm is growing and the plants are thriving. Our late potatoes are out of the ground, there are blossoms on the tomatoes, the onions have recovered from the shock of being left to fend for themselves, and the whole farm is being devoured by green.

We are trying to get plants in the ground: tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, summer and winter squash, melon, cucumbers, fennel, herbs-- so many delicious ingredients! But just as we narrow our focus to this task, we look behind and realize we have to devout some love to all that has been planted already! We sprint from field to field, adjusting valves and tightening connections so we can move water to all the plants that a need it. We weed. We trellis. We cover and uncover. And as we settle into this, we look in the greenhouse and see more plants to get planted, that need more field to be prepped, that need more irrigation line to be run. And we look ahead to the fall and see we need to seed our fall crops soon! We have a lot of spinning plates! 

It is a lot to focus on, but when you are in it, it feels pretty good. I love it, my appendages wheeling while thinking about what is next. And I love that the shape of the clouds mean something to me, and the luster of the leaves speak to me, that I notice when the swallows are back, hear the first crickets, and know the early fireflies. I relish being part of this world that is so much bigger than me. 

And this crew! Let me tell you! We have been working some long, intense, hot, days! And we don't let up. We are putting our best in. And at the end of the day, there is smiling and laughing, mentions of "great days" and satisfaction. I am so glad to be working with these animals! 

Onward and upward! See you at market friends! 

Helen, Jim, Amy, Elisa, Rose, Asia, Tyler and Brandon: 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.

Fresh From the Field- We are at Market this week
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Greens:
Arugula (from Tantre- Royal Oak and Eastern only)
Chard (limited)
Head Lettuce! 
Kale- Baby kale and bunched Red Russian. You may see some damage on the Red Russian Kale. It is so so tender and a favorite of some beetles. This damage doesn't make it any less delicious and we hope that you will try it, despite its "ugly"  vegetable status.
Microgreens (Arugula, Radish, Brassica Mix and Broccoli)
Pea Shoots 
Spinach 

All Manner of Deliciousness
Summer Squash (limited)

Herbs
Sage
Oregano
Mint 
Chives 
Thyme (limited)

Coming Soon:
Cucumbers
Garlic Scapes
Beets

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 Amy: 8 am to 3 pm (or till sold out), pre-order walk-up or curbside pick-up, on site vegetables!. All orders must be picked up by 1 pm. All curbside orders must be picked up by 12 pm. 
The market runs until 3 pm but we may leave early so it is important that you pick up your order by 1 pm.

For curbside pick-up: Email us to let us know. On market day, pull up and park along Detroit street and tell a volunteer your name and that you are picking up an order from Lake Divide.

Eastern Market, shed 2, Saturday with Shana 6 am to 2:30 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases. *If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. 

Royal Oak, Saturday with Helen and Lisa! 7 am to 1 pm, pre-order, walk-up or curbside, onsite purchases.
Find us inside in our usual spot. 

*If you feel strongly or need to have a trunk pick-up because you are high risk, please email me and I can arrange to have your order dropped at your car. I will email you the instructions Friday after all orders are in.

Stockbridge, Saturday on the farm with Jim, 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
    • Putting a check or cash in your trunk/backseat Saturday for pick-up and emailing to let me know
    • Mailing a check
    • Using the online store
• 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.  

Ordering: How to Register with Local Line
If you have already registered with Local Line, just log in and use your account to order. If you haven't already done it, please make sure your account name is in the format Lastname.First as in Chandler.Helen or Neumann.Jim. This isn't required but it helps us when we are entering data, packing, and handling pick ups. 

Trouble shooting:If you have filled your cart but your order isn't going through: If the answer to one of these questions is yes, that is the cause of your problem.

• Is your total less than $10? We have a $10 minimum to help us deal with the extra cost of packing orders.
• Is it between Friday morning and Tuesday afternoon? Ordering is open from sometime Tuesday afternoon until Thursday at midnight

Are you a CSA member but your order receipt says balance due in 30 days?

• Don't worry about this. We had to set up a work around to get Local Line to fit the needs for our business. 

You have made an account but can't log in:

• Did you verify your email address? After you create your username and password, Local Line sends a confirmation email. You can find it by searching your inbox for and email from localline.ca and the exact phrase "please verify your email address"  

If you still need to register with Local Line, follow these instructions. To avoid difficulty, PLEASE READ THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
How to create a Local Line Account:

1. Head to the link at the bottom of these steps.
2. Register using the green button to the right.
3. You will be asked to enter a bunch of information and there are a two things that are very important
   1. Be sure to use the email address that this email went to. If you don't, you may be asked to pay using a credit card.
   2. Please use the Lastname.First for the Account name. (Your last name follow by a period followed by your first name, with no spaces. For example Chandler.Helen)
4. You will then need to verify your email address by going to your email inbox and responding to the email that comes from Local Line.
5. At last! You can order!
6. Here is the link to use to create your Local Line account: https://www.localline.ca/lakedividefarm