Sustainable Westford News

Upcycle It! Ends after 10 years of Success

After 10 years and over 11,000 lbs of waste diverted from the waste stream, our Upcycle It! program will be ending on July 31. Unfortunately, many of the items we collected over the years, were discontinued due to corporate sponsors withdrawing their support for the programs. At this point, very … Read more

Upcycle It! Cleaning Instructions

As part of Sustainable Westford’s “green” mission, we are collecting non-recyclables to benefit the Westford Public Schools. Through TerraCycle we can collect items such as drink pouches and granola bar, etc. and return them to the company who “upcycles” them into new products – backpacks, pencil cases, etc. TerraCycle … Read more

RECIPE: Lemon Butter Sauce

Note: This recipe can be done essentially two ways, using 5 ingredients or all of the ingredients. When only two of us are eating I usually make a simple recipe. When we have guests for dinner I make the complete recipe. I like this sauce when I grill scallops and … Read more

Folkapotamus to Rock the Common

Folkapotamus scheduled to perform at the Farmers Market August 29 Folkapotamus is a Boston area based folk duo consisting of Penni Hart and Tony Trites. They have been performing together since 2011 at various venues throughout New England, such as the legendary Club Passim in Cambridge, MA. Their thoughtful lyrics … Read more

Healthy Incentive Program Comes to the Market

The Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) matches your SNAP purchases of local fruits and vegetables when shopping at farmers markets, farm stands, mobile markets and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm share programs. Spend your SNAP dollars on farm-fresh fruits and vegetables at participating HIP retailers and have the amount of your … Read more

NeighborShopper App is at the Market

NEW! Grocery Delivery Service is here in Westford! Beta testing now! Can’t get to the farmers market but you’d love to support your local farms, food producers & prepared food vendors? NeighborShopper connects you with your neighbors who are already at the Westford Farmers Market or nearby grocery stores … Read more

City Compost Educates Market Goers

City Compost is excited to begin a new relationship with Sustainable Westford and will be exploring how we can partner together to provide a composting solution for patrons and vendors of the Westford Farmers Market. Come meet City Compost at our June 27 market. City Compost provides a weekly service for … Read more

For Sale: Westford Farmers Market Water Bottles

Opening Day Special Price $12 (regularly $14.99) Color: 24oz. White with WFM logo Note: Available at Westford Farmers Market Manager’s tent. Limited quantity A Vibrant Variety of reusable beverage bottles made from high-quality, food grade 18/8 Stainless Steel Slim design will fit snuggly in most vehicle cup holders, bicycle and backpack … Read more

Westford Community Compost

Westford Community Composting (WCC) wants to energize and empower the community of Westford with the knowledge and practice of composting as a way to reduce waste, be better stewards of the earth, and create healthy soils and plants. Composting at Westford Schools In 2015, the WCC helped pilot Westford … Read more

2017 Farmers Market

Our 2017 Farmers Market season has begun. On Tuesdays, from 2:30pm to 6:30pm, you can count on a reliable, robust and lively farmers market on the Town Common and meet and greet your friends and neighbors. Enjoy fresh air and sunshine, local fruits and veggies, meats, eggs and cheese. All … Read more