Peggy Smith’s Stowe VT Real Estate Blog » Green Topics

Stowe Farmers Market

Peggy — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:36:43 +0000

The Stowe Farmers Market is open every Sunday starting May 16th through October 17th from 10:30AM – 3PM rain or shine. The Stowe Farmers Market offers an array of fresh produce, local crafts and prepared foods. Whether you’re in the mood for Asian or BBQ, you will find it here.

Not only is the farmers market a great place to pick up locally grown produce for the week, it also offers entertainment with live music. It’s a great way to spend a few hours with the kids outside on a warm summer or fall day. Your kids can even enjoy a horseback ride while you’re there.

The Stowe Farmers Market is located right off the Mountain Road in the field next to the Red Barn shops, directly across from the Stoweflake.

Stowe Land Trust Video

Peggy — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:54:37 +0000

The Stowe Land Trust just release an informational video about their cause. The idea was to show what it is they (and we all) love about Vermont and also to showcase a number of the properties they’ve been able to protect over the years.

In honor of Earth Day they released the video in order to raise awareness about the Earth’s environment! Go to their website to check it out and learn more about the Stowe Land Trust. (Stowe Land Trust Video, Click Here)

Washburn Ceremics, Stowe VT

Peggy — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 18:26:32 +0000

If you are looking for a great gift idea and want to support our local community, I have the best suggestion! Katherine Washburn, owner of Washburn Ceremics makes the most wonderful hand painted ceremics. Her stuff is the most fun! She will do custom images too, you just have to send her a picture of your favorite pet. I had her do a clock and lamp of my daughter’s dog, Gizmo, a few years ago. He is still one of her best sellers!

So if you have a animal lover on your Christmas list this year, check out Katherine’s site! WashburneCeremics.com, Hand painted ceremics from Vermont!

Saying Goodbye to the Stowe Land Trust

Peggy — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:06:25 +0000

I have just finished thirteen years as a member of the Stowe Land Trust board. It has been an exciting time in Stowe to be part of this wonderful organization. We have conserved over 3,000 acres and have just completed out 27 th project. I have personally been a major part of the fund raising efforts to preserve these projects. I have seen the organization grow from one executive director to a staff of three. We have became an accredited land trust as of 2008. This was a daunting feet, with the final document weighing in at 48 pounds.

I cannot thank my fellow board members and the SLT staff enough. Without the direction of Heather Furman, our executive director, Becca Washburn assistant director, and Erin Bruhns, administrative assistant the Stowe Land Trust would not be the organization it is today. They all work tirelessly to help the Board and to meet with potential donors while attending site walks, and fund raising functions. ,It has been a good run and I have enjoyed every minute. But now it is time for new members to take over and bring new and creative ideas to energize the organization.

The environment and the habitats that it protects have been a life long mission of mine. I have been on the Vermont Nature Conservancy, the Stowe Conservation Board and the Stowe Land Trust. I will continue to support these organizations.

Stowe Land Trust Flea Market, May 24th

Peggy — Fri, 23 May 2008 14:55:01 +0000

I have been a long time board member of the Stowe Land Trust. It has been our goal to conserve scenic, recreational, and productive farm and forest lands for the benefit of the greater Stowe Community.

We put our head together and came up with the idea of having a flea market to fund raise for our cause. What better way to continue our goals of conservation and clear out our basements! We’re jumping on the GREEN train and what you to join US!

Grab a booth to sell your goods or stop by to help Reduce, Recycle and Reuse!
Saturday, May 24th from 8AM – 3PM

Admissions to buy is $2.50 for adults, children are free. More than 60 vendorsthere is food available and rock bottom prices!

Booths are still available for $35 (8′ x 6′ space). Click here to register!