Welcome to our new website
Welcome back! Wow, do we have a lot to share. Read on to find out what we’ve been up to and learn more about our NEW site! You may have noticed a new look to our site. This is because…
Category Healthy Foods
Healthy, No-Cook Holiday Snacks
These fun and tasty snacks will not only delight your child but your holidays as well. They are packed with nutrients and vitamins. Have your child join in preparing these fruit and veggie creations that will become a family favorite. …
Cauliflower Power
Happy Fall, families! I hope you have had a chance to visit your local farmers’ market this season. There are so many delicious fruits and vegetables to enjoy. If you need help finding a farmers’ market near you, use DTAFinder to locate…
Autumn Means Apples
Fall in New England is a magical time! We love to bundle up in warm sweaters, enjoy pumpkin-spice everything, and head to the farm for a family trip of apple-picking. This month, let’s discover some unique facts about apples, their…
Pick-Your-Own!
Welcome back. We’re so happy you’re here because we are excited to share an activity perfect for the end of summer and for a family-friendly day trip. What is it? Well, we have had a great time picking our…
Buy Locally Grown Fruits and Vegetables
Farmers’ Markets give us the opportunity to purchase fresh and delicious fruit and vegetables grown right in Massachusetts. Read on to find out the who, what, where, why, and how to best use your SNAP and HIP dollars. First a…
Appreciating the Red, White, and Blue
Ahhh, the lazy days of summer. Isn’t that what they say? Well, here we like to keep you moving and grooving with all things tasty and fun! Summer brings a variety of celebrations and cookouts. We will talk about how…
Ask Your Farmer!
Welcome back! It’s June so that means it’s time to head over to a Farmers’ Market! There are year-round farmers’ markets and they’re great but to me, there is nothing like a farmers’ market during the growing season here in…
Let’s Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month!
Families, we have made it to June and your children will soon be enjoying their summer vacation! It’s the perfect time to celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable month with some fun activities. This blog will share five easy and…
Dietary Diversity
Since April is Celebrate Diversity Month let’s talk about Dietary Diversity! Dietary diversity is another name for a well-balanced diet. This means we need to include all five food groups in our meals across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Our…