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03/15/2022

FREE PRODUCE! This week's Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Free Mobile Produce Markets are Thursday, March 17 at Holton and Tuttle, and Friday March 18 at Far East and Linden. Distribution starts at 3 p.m. https://columbusrecparks.com/resources/food-office/

COME SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY! We always need volunteers to pack and distribute produce. If you can help this week or any week, sign up here: https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/?format=0&filter={%22eventGroupId%22:204771} =_

03/10/2022

This week's Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Free Mobile Produce Markets are today-Thursday at Adams and Dodge, and tomorrow-Friday at Far East and Linden. Stop by for a week's worth of fresh produce.

We're also looking for volunteers to help prep and pack produce in reusable grocery bags. Come help your community!

See the full schedule and sign up to volunteer today! https://columbusrecparks.com/resources/food-office/

03/03/2022

This week's Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Free Mobile Produce Markets are Friday, March 4 at Feddersen and Scioto Southland Community Centers. Stop by at 3 p.m. for a week's worth of free fresh produce!

Can't make it tomorrow? Get the full schedule here: https://columbusrecparks.com/resources/food-office/

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02/08/2022

February is ALL about ❤️health and this month, OSU Ext. Franklin Co. SNAP-Ed joins The Surgeon General in making hypertension control a national priority.

Visit OSU Ext. Franklin County SNAP-Ed’s blog for information on how to keep your heart healthy. That includes healthy food! 🥦🍅🥑

Take the time to 💞your heart this month!

https://u.osu.edu/franklinsnaped/adult-and-teen-lessons-and-recipes/february-2022-heart-health-you/

Photo Credit/http://www.cdc.gov/hypertensionCTA

01/31/2022

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department 's Free Mobile Produce Markets start next week and run through December. Here's the 2022 schedule-distribution at all sites begins at 3 p.m. and runs while supplies last. Help spread the word!

***Please note: There will be no produce drops Feb. 4 due to the pending winter storm.***

-Scioto Southland, Feddersen Community Centers: First Fridays
-Adams, Dodge: Second Thursdays
-Barnett, Beatty: Second Fridays
-Holton, Tuttle: Third Thursdays
-Far East, Linden: Third Fridays
-Marion Franklin: Fourth Thursdays

01/24/2022

Step into 2022 with a fun “MyPlate New Year’s Challenge”!

Franklin Co. SNAP-Ed’s MyPlate Team created a 5-week challenge for a simple way to add a new food group to your diet each week. Check out their blog to learn more about the MyPlate New Year’s Challenge, healthy tips to start the new year and Franklin Co. Public Health’s COVID-19 community resources. https://u.osu.edu/franklinsnaped/adult-and-teen-lessons-and-recipes/january2022/

01/11/2022

The new year brings a new schedule for our Free Mobile Produce Markets! We're working hard to finalize the schedule, and plan to hold the markets February-December again this year. Watch for more information in the coming weeks!

If you need support in the meantime, visit https://pantrytrak.com/ to find resources near you.

01/04/2022

Stretch your holiday food budget by visiting Common Green’s new Indoor Winter Farmers’ Market to double your EBT/SNAP dollars with Produce Perks! The market provides a $1-for-$1 match (up to $25 per market) for SNAP and P-EBT shoppers as part of the Produce Perks Midwest network.

The indoor market takes place at the Ohio History Center, 800 E 17th Ave, 43211, every Saturday 9-12 now through April 16.

Visit https://u.osu.edu/franklinsnaped/ for more details.

Double your SNAP Dollars $$ at Common Greens Indoor Winter Farmers Market December 21 2021December 22, 2021 Common Greens Launches Indoor Winter Farmers Market at Ohio History Center Common Greens Winter Market Location Ohio History Center 800 E 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211 Michelle White Common Gr...

12/30/2021

Start 2022 happy and healthy! Choosing healthier snacks can help maintain energy during the day. Snacks like fruit, yogurt, nuts, or whole grain crackers are perfect snacks to include into your daily routine. Visit our website www.golunch.club to learn more!

12/29/2021

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12/27/2021

Did you know apples are more effective than coffee at waking you up in the morning? A healthy snack goes a long way. Leave a comment below and tell us what your favorite healthy snack is.