October 6, 2021: Gleaning Eggplants as Multigenerational Lifespan Spiritual Exploration

 

Many thanks to the nearly fifteen people of ALL ages who joined in this service project with Community Harvest of Central Vermont.  

The team gleaned 534 pounds of eggplants that were sorted and then sent out to the following: 

Montpelier Food Pantry

Bethany Bowl 

Feast at the Montpelier Senior Activity Center 

Worcester Food Shelf

Waterbury Area Senior Center

Salvation Army

Capstone Community Action

Mad River Valley Senior Center

Mad River Valley Community Pantry

VT Food Bank

Everyone said it was great to connect with each other and the land, as well as 6th principle of Unitarian Universalism.  That's the one about working for a fair world and peaceful world.  A fair world means everyone has access to healthy, local food! 

Many thanks to Allison Levine of Community Harvest of Central VT for coordinating the project logistics.  They are always seeking more helping hands with harvests, so please reach out via their web page. 

Gratitude also to the owners of Bear Roots Farm in Williamstown for their generosity and skill all season in growing these eggplants!  Thanks to the plants themselves, and the sun, air, water, and soil.  

Photo appreciation to Alison Donlan-Kite, Joka Anibal Montalvan Hoyes, and Janet Poeton.