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FALL 2014
A Hidden Garden on Garland
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Near the busy intersection of Sycamore and Garland in Fayetteville, within walking distance of North Creekside Apartments and Willow Park Apartments, is an unexpected scene. Behind an old red barn, bees and butterflies flutter over rows of okra, greens, tomatoes, basil, and sunflowers while chickens cluck contentedly in a large yard. This is TriCycle Farm, a community farm open to all. According to founder Don Bennett, the farm operates under the rule of thirds. One-third of the food produced goes home with volunteers, while one-third is donated to the hungry, and the final third is sold to benefit the farm. The farm welcomes new volunteers at any level of experience. In addition to growing food, the farm offers classes, concerts, free acupuncture, and a Friday Farmers’ Market. You can connect with Tri-Cycle Farms on Facebook to learn more, but the very best way is to visit the farm. It’s always open, so walk on over!
This lawn at North Creekside Apartments will be transformed into community garden and outdoor kitchen. Join us November 6 to be a part of it!
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We’re pleased to partner with Tri-Cycle on a new garden at North Creekside Apartments. Come join us!
Want to grow your own food at North Creekside apartments? Meet at the pavilion by the playground at 5:30pm to start planning for spring! Facilitated by Tri -Cycle Farms. Crossroads Farmers’ Market
NOV Each Friday from 3-7, this market
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is held in the parking lot of Trinity United Methodist Church at the corner of Sycamore and Garland (indoors in bad weather) All produce is grown without toxic chemicals, and the market aims to offer affordable food. See ad on p. 3
DEC The Little Craft Show
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A fairyland of holiday shopping. It’s like Etsy exploded—in a good way. Handmade jewelry, décor, pottery, clothing, and precious little things that you can’t live without. Fayetteville Town Center, Friday 5-9pm ($15) and Saturday 9am-5pm (FREE)
White foxglove blooms at Tri-Cycle Farms while Emily Deitchler, one of the garden managers, tends rows of bright Swiss Chard. The garden is open to all, and is within walking distance of Willow Park and North Creekside Apartments.
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FARMERS’ MARKET RECIPE
Basil is abundant at farmers’ markets. Grab a bunch and save the flavor of summer for the cold months ahead. INA GARTEN’S BASIL PESTO Ingredients 1/4 cup walnuts 1/4 cup pignolis ( pine nuts) 3 tablespoons chopped garlic 5 cups fresh basil leaves, packed 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 cups good olive oil 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan Directions Place the walnuts, pignolis, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Process for 15 seconds. Add the basil leaves, salt, and pepper. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is thoroughly pureed. Add the Parmesan and puree for a minute. Use right away or store the pesto in the refrigerator or freezer with a thin film of olive oil on top. Notes: Air is the enemy of pesto. For freezing, pack it in containers with a film of oil or plastic wrap directly on top with the air pressed out.
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“The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.”
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—- Sydney J. Harris
Meet Claudia! CLAUDIA GARCIA PROPERTY MANAGER, ECO MODERN FLATS We welcome Claudia Garcia as the new manager at ECO. Claudia has years of experience in property management, and a great sense of humor. Please stop by the office and say hello! Born in Santa Barbara, California, Claudia moved with her family to Rogers when she was 10. She is involved with her church, where she is a pianist. She is a big fan of Pinterest, especially ideas for crafting headbands or reinventing old clothes. She has three dogs, Siberian Huskies Maximus and Alua, and Indy, a Schnauzer mix, who always wants to be the center of attention.
Special thanks to Gabriel Soto for filling in while we searched for a new manager. Gabe will be returning to our Home Office in downtown Fayetteville.
PAY YOUR RENT ONLINE! Pay with a one-time or recurring bank draft, or use your credit card! Email your property manager to get started: North Creekside: Kendra@northcreekside.com ECO Modern Flats: Claudia@ecomodernflats.com Willow Park & Rogers: Gabriel@specializedreg.com livespecialized.com
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“The football team at my high school, they were tough—After they sacked the quarterback, they went after his family.” — Rodney Dangerfield as Thornton Melon in Back to School
CONGRATULATIONS!
North Creekside Property Manager Kendra Butterfield earned her Associate’s Degree in business management in October. Congratulations to Kendra on her achievement!
Get Social with Us! Find your community online! North Creekside, Willow Park, and ECO Modern Flats are on Facebook and Instagram—Join us and share your photos! Willow Park: Facebook.com/willowparkapartments.fayetteville Instagram: willowparkapts ECO Modern Flats: Facebook.com/ecomodernflats Instagram: ecomodernflats North Creekside: Facebook.com/northcreeksideapartments Instagram: northcreekside livespecialized.com
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15 N. Church Avenue, Suite 103 Fayetteville, AR 72701
Happy Fall, Y’all! In this issue we introduce ECO’s new manager, explore urban farming, and invite you to dig in to a new garden. Enjoy this beautiful season in the Ozarks!
OUR FAMILY OF COMMUNITIES In Fayetteville: Willow Park Apartments ECO Modern Flats North Creekside Apartments In Rogers: Plantation Laura
This working barn is hidden away in the middle of Fayetteville. Read about Tri-Cycle Farms, Fayetteville’s urban farm within walking distance of Willow Park and North Creekside Apartments, on the front page of the NotePad.