Tag Archives: Ecology Center Farmers’ Markets

Groundwater Regulation Is a Win, and Not Soon Enough for Local Farmers

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Groundwater Regulation Is a Win, and Not Soon Enough for Local Farmers
We’ve gotten a few sprinkles in the Bay Area since Governor Brown signed a package of bills to regulate the state’s groundwater resources last week, but the drought’s far from over. The move is vital to protect the future of local, sustainably grown food in California. It’s also long overdue, and it’ll be years before… Read more »

Vote for Us for Best of East Bay Express 2014!

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Vote for Us for Best of East Bay Express 2014!
Voting is open for the annual “Best of the East Bay” awards. Now through July 3rd, you may cast your ballot in a range of categories. This is a great way for locals to recognize their favorite businesses, art-makers and services. We hope Ecology Center fans will vote for us in two categories, Best Non-Profit… Read more »

Cider Summit Comes to Downtown Berkeley, 4/26/14

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Cider Summit Comes to Downtown Berkeley, 4/26/14
Cider Summit Berkeley is happening this Saturday, 4/26/14 from 12 – 6 PM, in Civic Center Park next to our Saturday Farmers’ Market. Presented by Whole Foods Market, this event will benefit the Ecology Center and the Institute for Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research. The Cider Summit will feature approximately 90 ciders from throughout the… Read more »

Ecology Center is Hiring for Staff and Contract Positions

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Ecology Center is Hiring for Staff and Contract Positions
We have several openings right now: a contract position to run Cooking Demonstrations at our Farmers’ Markets, a part time Administrative Assistant position, and a full time Education and Engagement Program Manager position. We want to be sure that a wide range of candidates hear about these opportunities and apply! The deadline for all three… Read more »

View from the Farmers’ Market: Farming Through the Drought

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View from the Farmers' Market: Farming Through the Drought
This year, the hills by my house didn’t turn green until late February. Although big drops of hope fall outside my window as I write, it gives me a false sense that everything will be okay, that perhaps we are not facing the biggest drought in many people’s lifetimes. I say this because this system… Read more »