Zip lining coming to Harbor Village Aug 5th, 2012!

Where: Located at Harbor Village in Half Moon Bay, California (Coincides from 10-4 with Harbor Village Farmers Market)

When: Sunday, Aug 5th 2012.

Why: For fun and excitement!

Email us at info@ziplinebayarea.com

Phone: (925) 262-4222

Website: http://www.ziplinebayarea.com/

Among many other Inspiring Fun activities that thrill groups from less than a dozen to many hundreds, none is hotter than it's super-cool portable zip line. One of only a few of its kind on the West Coast, Inspiring Fun's dual zip line enables either one rider or two riders simultaneously to safely harness in, and zip down at more than twenty miles an hour before stopping comfortably more than Two Hundred feet away. Inspiring Fun sets it self apart by being able to bring this unique entertainment directly to your special corporate, community and private events. Fun loving folks no longer need to travel long distances or pay big bucks to get in on the craze, and experience or repeat the excitement of zip lining!

Company Profile:



"Inspiring Fun"

"Inspiring Fun" is the premiere Bay Area provider of innovative, interactive entertainment for all ages. Inspiring Fun's most well known division owns and operates the largest group of Games2U franchises in the country (right here in the Bay Area). Games2U, an extraordinarily popular, international franchise, has been featured prominently in the U.S., both in national publications such as Entrepreneur Magazine, and on network TV, including ABC's "Shark Tank" and the Rachel Ray show. Some of the many activities that wow its thousands of happy customers are: eye-popping Video Game Theaters; wonderful laser tag systems; human-size hamster balls that are really addicting; and even a "U-Bot" - a robot on wheels with great lights and sound, in which you can climb inside and drive around (and from which you can even shoot your friends with nerf balls)!
Phone: (925) 262-4222 
Website: http://www.inspiringfun.com/

6 Tips for Farmers Market Buying!

Shopping at farmers markets is the easiest way to eat locally. You know where the food comes from. After all, the grower is right there and you can ask them. A bit of planning can keep weekly shopping for produce at a farmers market fun and make cooking a snap all week long.

1. Go Early or Go Late. Markets tend to be less crowded right when they open or just before they close (there are many, many exceptions to this, so try going to your market at different times to figure out the best time for you). For the best selection, go to the farmers market early. The best goods go first. Popular-but-limited items may even sell out before the day is done. It’s as simple as that. For the best deals, go to the farmers market late. Farmers and other vendors often prefer to discount products instead of loading them back up and schlepping them home. (Check out these other Tips to Save Money at Farmers Markets.) Farmers raise this food for a living, however, so don't expect or ask for deep discounts. Importantly, some markets have rules against end-of-the-day discounts.

2. Bring Big Bags & Small Change. Some farmers market vendors offer bags, but they tend to be thin and flimsy plastic ones that groan under the pressure of any substantial produce purchase. Make sure everything gets home from the farmers market without crashing onto the sidewalk or spilling onto the floor of your car by bringing your own sturdy canvas or nylon bags. A backpack can make the hauling easier, especially for weighty or bulky items. Although vendors will make change, purchases will go easier and faster if you have exact (or close to exact) change. At some farmers markets "small change" means dimes and nickels. In larger urban areas many products at farmers markets are sold in dollar or fifty-cent increments.

3. Sketch Meals Ahead of Time. Since you know what you're likely to find at the farmers market, you can do a bit of meal planning and shop accordingly. For example, if local asparagus has just come into season and you can't get enough, you know you'll want to eat some Roasted Asparagus, some cooked into a Asparagus Chickpea Soup, and some sliced raw in an Asparagus Butter Lettuce Salad. So you'll know both how many bunches of asparagus to buy and that you'll also need some spring onions or herbs to add to the soup and some salad greens. Yes, you’ll fare better if you plan your trip to the farmers market. However, you need to leave a bit of wiggle room for those strawberries you didn't know would be at market so early, or the zucchini blossoms you've never tried before. Trying new things is part of the fun of going to farmers markets.

4. Work In Volume. The best deals at the farmers market are had when you buy in bulk. You'll enjoy the best flavors and the best prices when you buy lots of whatever is at its harvest peak. How to use it all up? Try new recipes with favorite vegetables or learn the lost art of preserving food. Freezing, canning, and drying are just some of the ways you can save seasonal tastes you find at the farmers market for later in the year.

5. Think "Whole Foods". No, not that “Whole Foods” – think in terms of how food grows and comes to the farmers market without being processed first. Carrots come whole and unpeeled. Beets still have greens (and dirt) attached. Learning to handle just-harvested produce can take some getting used to, but the superior flavor is worth the adjustment.

6. Get Advice. If you find a vegetable that’s new to you at the farmers market and want to give it a try, ask the farmer how to prepare it. For the best tips specifically ask how they like to eat it.

This Earth Day: Farmers Market, Arts, Crafts, and Petting Zoo!

EARTH DAY 2012 : Half Moon Bay, ca features: farmers market, petting zoos, music, entertainment, arts, crafts, and so much more! Location: Harbor Village Mall 270 capistrano road, Half Moon Bay, ca 94019

This earth day locals and tourists alike will have something in common to do in Half Moon Bay, Ca. What is it you ask? A grand opening of our yearly farmers market launches Sunday April 22, 2012 from 10-4, but wait there is more.... We are also going to have an arts and crafts fair inside the mall, music, kids activities, a kids jumper, and................ a live petting zoo. Whoa! How exciting is that. I mean what is a better way to celebrate earth day than with a petting zoo. We are committed to downright earthy roots and we believe we are achieving this! We are so thankful for all the support and help that the community has shown and are excited to start this off. Special thanks goes to Little Explorers Petting Zoo who will bring their mobile petting zoo out for the event. For information on parties email littleexplorerspettingzoo@gmail.com

Little Explorers Petting Zoo Information
Who are we?We are moms!  For many years now we have planned amazing parties for our kids.  We understand the importance of birthday memories that last a lifetime and now we want to help you create them for your family. What started out as a hobby to help further our children's education has turned into our family business.  All of our animals are family pets and are in constant contact with our own children and their friends.  They are sweet, gentle, and very lovable!
We offer a mobile petting zoo with human friendly animals. We bring up to 25 animals!
Goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs, a pot belly pig, an alpaca, and a giant tortoises! Babies area available seasonally with their mothers.  We continually add new animals as they become available, so you may see something unexpected!

Not just a Farmers Market but an Arts and Crafts Fair Too!

Launching April 22, 2012 at Harbor Village is the farmers market from 10-4 that is year round and in conjunction with this is going to be arts and crafts fair.

            We are excited to launch Arts and Crafts Fair at Harbor Village in conjunction with are farmers market. We are going to have local vendors producing all types of value added items. Pictures, aromas, herbs, handmade clothing, sewn capes, drawings, art, soaps, music, games, entertainment, and  much much more! We are very proud to launch this with local artists that will add great value to our area. Make sure you are here or you will miss out.

Promoting Health, Comunities, and Farmers!

LAND AND SEA FARMERS MARKET IS CERTIFIED!

We want to promote healthy habits, healthy people, and local support of communities and farmers

Our Farmers market wants to promote all farmers markets and health around California. That is why we compiled a list from San Mateo County of Great Farmers Markets In San Mateo County. All these markets are certified by California agriculture and health departments. We are proud to announce that we are one of these markets. Everyone check theses markets out they are fun, healthy, and great for all ages.

Land and Sea Farmers Market at Harbor Village All Year 270 Capistrano Road, Suite 28 Half Moon Bay 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday Starts April 22nd 2012


Saturday's
Coastside Farmers' Market May - December Shoreline Station 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 225 Cabrillo Hwy Half Moon Bay

Daly City Certified Farmers' Market All Year Serramonte Shopping Center 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Serramonte Boulevard, behind Target Daly City

Millbrae Certified Farmers' Market All Year 200 Block of Broadway between Victoria & La Cruz Millbrae 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Mateo Certified Farmers' Market All Year College of San Mateo West Hillsdale & Campus Drive San Mateo 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Redwood City Certified Farmers' Market April - November Winslow & Middlefield, near Broadway Redwood City 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon

South San Francisco Farmers' Market May - October Orange Memorial Park Tennis Drive between Orange Ave and N. Canal 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

SUNDAY

The Fresh Market, Burlingame April - December Burlingame Avenue between Park & Primrose Road Burlingame 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Belmont Certified Farmers' Market All year El Camino Real at O'Neill Belmont 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Menlo Park Certified Farmers' Market All Year Chestnut at Crane Menlo Park 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Bruno Certified Farmers' Market May - October San Mateo Drive between Jenevein and Sylvan Ave San Bruno 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Urban Table Certified Farmer's Market May - November 100 E. 4th Avenue San Mateo 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Urban Table Certified Farmer's Market April - October 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Approved vendors for grand opening Farmers Market/ Arts and Crafts Fair

Here are some of the vendors that will be at our farmers market starting Sundays April 22nd from 10-4 and will be every Sunday year round. Not all vendors will be there everyday, but these vendors have been approved by association. We are always looking for qualified vendors, so contact us as soon as possible.

The following 1st and 2nd Round Applications has been approved. 3rd Round Applications will be announced on Friday April 13th.




Golden Coast bee collective – Honey, honey made products, beeswax, and more. Location – El Granada

Mountain Fresh- broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, potatoes, chayote, celery. Location – Hollister

Blue Ocean Smokehouse- fresh fish, smoked fish, crab, salmon, halibut, and rockfish. Location – Princeton

Kidding around with chocolate- chocolates/ fudge made from organic goats milk. Location la Honda.

Creek side Smokehouse- hot/cold smoked salmon, halibut albacore, sturgeon/ smoked cheeses. El Granada

Kingdom Cake- cupcakes, fudge cupcakes, seasonal jams. Location – San Francisco.

Yogi’s cooking- beans, bell pepper, dates, lima beans, split chickpeas more- location- concord

Medina Farms – strawberries. Location Holister

Andriotti's Farm- all fruits and veggies- location Half Moon Bay

Garden Zone Produce- egg plant, sugar cane, mellon, snow pea – Fresno

Avalos Organic Farms - beets, squash, carrots, celery, potatoes sweet corn, swiss chard - Hollister

G Sevice Meats - eastern european sausages made from chicken, pork, beef, and lamb - San Francisco

Cassatta Sonoma llc, olive oils- Sonoma county



Approved Arts, Crafts, other Artisans:


Tangled Chain creations - jewelry, necklaces, ornaments - El granada

A. Cozzolino nursery- flowers, potted plants, english peas - Half Moon Bay


Nancy Wilder Clothing Design - handmade felted accessories - Montara


Half Moon Flowers – Flowers, other gifts – Half Moon Bay

Challenge Horticulture- Orchids, cattleya, and more- Half Moon Bay

A.Cain Warm glass- glass blowing, plates, and more location- Moss beach

Amy Estkowski- Hand crafted Jewelry- Half Moon Bay

Colony of Coastside arts- Nonprofit with 80 artists will rotate. Accordingly. – Half Moon Bay

Gaia essentials- made from scratch soaps, oils, and lotions- Moss Beach

Wild women pottery- potter with wheel, make food designated items- Montara

Diana Riego – Smith- hand sewn tote bags/ pillows. Moss Beach

Science 2 the classroom- activities: fossil digs, mining, make your own necklaces, fossils, and more- Daly City

Angel art works – art using pen ink, pastels, water color, acrylic and oil – San Mateo

Rosie t stone jewelry- stone earrings out of gemstones – El Granada

Children’s 5-1 jumper-Hosted by HVMA with different Non-Profit selected each week to donate proceeds to.

Crystol tressor- crystals/ crystal jewelry- san Francisco.

Lovely Max Hats- hand crochet beanies for newborns – adult. Have style with them animals, monsters and more. – La Honda

Lavender Lady – Lavender sachets, dream pillows, bath bags, hand sewn – south city

Dick Ng Chinese paintings- Chinese brush paintings and prints – San Francisco

Islandgurl- crafts hand sewn bags, scarves, gloves

Elizabeth's Yarn- knitting and crochet supplies - Half Moon Bay

Quickert Ceramics - pottery for home - Montara

PupPups - dog paintings, greeting cards, dog signage - San Mateo

Four Feathers - Hand made bird houses/ feeders from recycled goods - Burlingame

Harbor Village Farmers Market Promoting Health!

Harbor Village Farmers Market tips
We believe that consumers should always shop at your local farmers markets around your area to find the freshest and healthiest produce. Local farms are strictly inspected from the department of agriculture, and are usually kept up beyond standards of bigger farms. Local farms usually grow with sustainable practice, and use organic farming techniques that they have been using for generations. We at Harbor Village Farmers Market want to promote family, and healthy living that is why we encourage you to find a local farmer or farmers market near you. Are Farmers Market will be launching April 22, 2012 every Sunday from 10-4 year round. We hope to see you there. 270 capistrano road Half Moon Bay, Ca 94019. Use Local Harvest to find a local farmers market near you!

Find local fresh and organic foods near you!

The best organic food is what's grown closest to you. This is a great site to make sure you know where your getting your food. Use their website to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies. The website allows you to do searches of many events as well that revolve around fresh foods. Check it out and you can order online!

http://www.localharvest.org/ This is a great link!

Why a "Farmers Market"

Why a Farmers Market?
If you look around, most of you can see the ever increasing popularity of Farmers Markets popping up all over. The reason why they are growing so quickly is that these markets provide a vital link between consumers and farmers, while also functioning as a great community center. American Consumer trends are showing an ever-increasing demand for fresh, healthy, locally grown food, and you cannot get any fresher than a Farmers Market. Farmers Markets are good for consumers in many ways. First of all the consumer is getting a great deal on local, fresh, and healthy products. Second consumers are getting to interactive with the vendors themselves getting educated on how the food is grown, or a variety of different things. These markets have grown throughout the years with music, face painting, arts, crafts , and other novelties, but the one fact has remained this is a great place to buy quality products. We are proud to be launching are Farmers Market on April 22, 2012 every Sunday from 10-3 at Harbor Village, Half Moon Bay, Ca. Come check it out and join the fun!

Farmers Market At Harbor Village

Harbor Village located in the Princeton of Half Moon Bay will feature an indoor and outdoor farmers market in April. This will be held inside the mall that features 10 other shops, a spa, and a new beauty salon. The Farmers Market that will be held at Harbor Village will feature local farmers, growers, and produce connoisseurs that have a love for one thing, QUALITY!This will be held every Sunday rain or shine from 10-3. The Farmers market will also feature music, activities, and family fun for everyone! This will be the premier location on the coast. So take a walk on the beach, dine at one of the restaurants, shop around, enjoy the sun, but dont forget to stop by Harbor Village Farmers Market!