Summer distribution takes place on Mondays from the end of April until Thanksgiving. 630-830pm in backyard of the Woods. Rain, shine, holidays
The Woods ( located at – 48 South 4th st, between Wythe Ave & Kent Ave) has graciously hosted our distribution since the 2010. Our farmers set up in their gorgeous backyard. Our members enjoy picking up produce in a spacious & comfy outdoor area with access to a full bar and some of the best food in the hood!
The great pavilion in the backyard. For those rainy days…
Distribution starts at 6:30pm. Weekly volunteers arrive before 6:30, sorting the crates of produce, getting everything organized.
Produce is divided by share type. There are separate stations for the veggies, berries, fruit, eggs, and meat.
Look for a fellow member with the clip board next to each station. Please sign in before you grab any produce. Everything is listed under a Share Name which is your “password”. Guests are welcomed to pick up for you.
Bring bags! The produce will not be pre-bagged or boxed. Veggies and fruit will arrive in flats from which you will choose your produce. Each crate of produce will have a tag that will let you know what quantity to take. A bunch of this, a head of that, and a pound of this.
Typically you will need 2-3 totes and a hand-full of plastic bags. Some people bring tupperware to tote tomato, peach, berry, and other fragile items.
Distribution Workshifts…
Every share family takes a turn helping run a distribution.
These shifts start at 6 ending about 9pm. and remain until the car to the Mission has been loaded.
How a typical shift rolls:
- Arrive & Sign in
- Set up the produce areas
- Grab a drink and get ready to assist members
- There are several jobs during distribution:
- Check members off the list as they collect their produce
- “Stock” produce & remove empty crates and damaged produce
- Assist with weighed produce
- Break down & clean (consolidate left overs & clean up the bar)
- Load car with donation to Mission
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