SSFS Farm Blog May 2026: Summer Activity

The largest issue on the School farm is one of timing. The busiest and most exciting time by far is the summer, when classes are not in session.  This is when all those iconic heirloom tomatoes are ready to slice and eat, peppers are just hanging off the plant, zucchini are so plentiful you’re giving them to your enemies, and even the dog is tired of fresh cucumbers.  And while it's great for farm camp, it kind of stinks that it does not align with the school year. 

I can’t change the seasons or the school year, but I can host some events this summer. In the next few weeks, be on the lookout for information about community “work and pick” events this summer. The idea would be for SSFS community members to come with their family and offer up 45 minutes or so of fun community-building labor on the farm, and in return be able to go through and harvest what’s ready. It looks like these sessions may be offered on alternate Tuesday and Thursdays throughout the summer, but we will be in touch with more information as the time gets closer.  For now, just figure out where to store 50lbs of zucchini!