This summer has been one of the busiest yet at The Commons. In July, SWF launched the pilot program for Sweet Water Academy, welcoming new apprentices, fellows, and humans-in-residence for 6 weeks of programming. The group spent their time learning about SWF's practice of Regenerative Neighborhood Development and engaging in every aspect of Urban Ecology. On Saturday, July 13, the Sweet Water community gathered at The Commons to hand-raise a modular, timber frame pavilion known as the RND House. The house is inspired by the original Chicago Worker Cottage House and will be part of the 2019 Chicago Architecture Biennial.
As the Sweet Water Academy pilot program comes to an end, the SWF team is gearing up for busy and exciting months ahead. Stay tuned for more information about this year's Harvest Celebration, the official launch of Sweet Water Academy, the Chicago Architecture Biennial activities and events, and the Hyde Park Jazz Festival performance at The Commons. As we look forward to the next few months, we invite you to reflect on the activities and events that have taken place so far this summer. We look forward to seeing you at The Commons soon!
On Saturday, July 13, the Sweet Water community once-again partnered with Trillium Dell, masters of timber craft and frame construction, to hand raise a timber frame pavilion at The Commons. The new structure, known as the RND House, was commissioned as part of the 2019 Chicago Architecture Biennial (Biennial). Sweet Water Foundation is a Contributor to the Biennial, which opens September 19, 2019 at the Chicago Cultural Center. Click here to learn more.
Meet Tanya Scruggs Ford...Tanya has been a part of the Sweet Water community since 2018 and recently joined the SWF team as a Human-In-Residence to support Sweet Water Academy’s Summer Urban Ecology Apprenticeship Program. She is a local artist who makes unique and beautiful pieces of jewelry out of reclaimed wood. Tanya is also an educator and a mentor who brings her creativity, imagination, and sense of wonder to The Commons.
Harvest season is here! The weekly farmers' market at The Commons will run EVERY FRIDAY from 10 - 2. Come get fresh, local, and community-grown produce. Bring a bag!
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SAVE THE DATE: 2019 Harvest Celebration
Save-the-date for Sweet Water Foundation's Annual Harvest Celebration. Enjoy food, music, arts + crafts, community-building and more.
More details coming soon...
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RECIPES
Rosemary Roasted Beets, Potatoes, and Peppers
The Community Farm is overflowing with produce - there is something for everyone at the weekly Farmers' Market. In addition to the farm staples of collards and kale, the SWF team has been harvesting potatoes and beets in large quantities. Beets and potatoes are both root vegetables that are packed with nutrients and are the perfect addition to a summer meal. This month, we invite you to stop by our weekly Farmers' Market to pick up some potatoes and beets so you can try out this recipe for Rosemary Roasted Beets, Potatoes, and Peppers Jane Evans Bonacci from The Heritage Cook.
Ingredients:
4 red beets
4 yellow beets
4 large Yukon Gold potatoes
3 to 4 poblano or Anaheim peppers, stems, seeds, and ribs removed
1 jalapeno pepper, stem, seeds, and ribs removed, optional
1 white or yellow onion
3 tbsp organic olive oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh or dried rosemary
1 tbsp fresh or dried thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Got Rain Barrels?
Help us reduce our water usage buy donating an unused rain barrel and/or purchasing a new rain barrel. Click the image above to purchase the best priced rain barrels, as recommended by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District.
