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Besides being delicious and refreshing,
melons are an excellent source of key nutrients and electrolytes! Your
summer source of immune system and skin-supporting Vitamin C, melons
also contain beta-carotene which supports vision health.
This week, we have local watermelon in
three colors (orange, yellow, and red), plus juicy cantaloupe from
Persimmon Ridge Farm in Illinois!
With so many heirloom tomatoes to
choose from, we thought it'd be a good time to talk about seed saving. Have you ever harvested tomato or
pepper seeds? It's a way to keep the harvest bounty going from season
to season. Just scoop, rinse, and dry seeds from your favorite
tomatoes and plant them in the soil next spring to try your hand at
growing them in your own back yard!
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Watermelon (red seedless,
local)
Persimmon Ridge Farm - IL |
Cantaloupe (local)
Persimmon Ridge Farm -
IL |
Watermelon (mixed color, local)
Persimmon
Ridge Farm - IL |
Cherry Tomatoes (local)
The Talking Farm
- Skokie, IL |
Rainbow Chard (local)
Carrolls Timber
Edge Farm - Graymont, IL |
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Recipe of the
Week
Have you ever tried grilling watermelon? Now's the time to give it
a shot. That's right, it's watermelon season and we have red, orange,
and mixed color melons from Persimmon Ridge Farm. They're delicious
with balsamic, cheese, and arugula in this week's recipe!
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Do you love the Chicago neighborhood farmer's markets? Want
to learn more about our team at Wild Onion? We're looking for
volunteers to join us throughout the week at markets across the city.
Meet some of our local vendors and farmers, plus spread the word about
your favorite local, community-owned market. Questions? Email Chad
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August RoundUp: Devices 4 the Disabled |
This month, our Round-Up at the Register partner is Devices
for the Disabled, a nonprofit on Chicago's south side that
refurbishes used medical equipment that otherwise would end up
in landfills. |
When you Round Up at the Register this
month, your funds directly support an organization providing
free critical medical equipment to those who need it most: those
without insurance, who are underinsured or lack the finances to
purchase the equipment they desperately need. |
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TODAY: August 14 ·
6-8pm
Fermentor
Fridays: Vegan Cheese
Curious about making your own
dairy-free cheese? Join Katie Rizik from our friends at What the
Ferment? for an evening exploring the art of vegan cheesemaking.
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August 15 ·
9:30-10:30am
Stitching Circle
Saturday
Bring your latest stitching project and
settle in for a cozy, creative morning at Wild Onion! Whether you
knit, crochet, embroider, or mend, this is a welcoming space to
gather, share, and stitch alongside others. |
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August 17 ·
7-8:30pm
Mahjong
Monday
Take part in a relaxed evening of American
Mahjong. We’ll have two tables available (up to 8 players total),
along with tiles, mats, and racks. |
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August 22 ·
2-4pm
Kimchi Just for Fun
Workshop
Discover the traditions and techniques
behind one of Korea's most iconic fermented foods. Join Kyung-yeon for
a hands-on workshop exploring the art of making traditional kimchi and
other Korean fermented dishes.
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August 23 · 1-3pm
The
Grocery Goddess: Anti-Inflammatory Diets & Women’s
Health
Ifeoma Ajuzie, known as The Grocery Goddess,
will lead an engaging discussion on anti-inflammatory eating and
women's health. Drawing on her passion for nutrition and healthy
living, Ifeoma will explore foods that may help reduce inflammation,
discuss common dietary triggers, and share practical tips for building
nourishing meals using everyday ingredients.
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Follow Wild Onion Market on Instagram for the
latest community updates, events, tips on fresh produce, and special
offers! |
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