Muscato's Musings

Hello September

It Could Be The Best Time Of The Year In These Parts

  This being Labor Day, and it being a big transition in the year, I figured it appropriate to write as I did last year, another September and autumn cometh column. Yet, we have about three more weeks of summer, unless you don't know. Then again, soon enough the first frost will be upon us. Today sunset here is 7:14 p.m. On the final day of this month it will be 6:27 p.m. September is a great month, one of — as I frequently tout — warm days and cool nights. And it does seem that the planet is going through a warming phase, for whatever reason. Call me selfish, but if you live in New England, I don't know if this is all a bad thing. School is back in session, and at the secondary and post-secondary level, Easton has three schools: Oliver …

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Easton Farmers Weigh in on Effects of Aerial Spraying

Farmers from Flynn's Family Farm and Langwater Farm discuss the effects.

Week in Review: Rivitalization, Break-ins and Sports Milestones

A look back at the week of Oct. 9 - Oct. 15

For Easton town officials, the most important news of the week came when they learned that Easton would received a $1 million MassWorks grant from the state to help with the revitalization of North Easton Village - including Main Street. Main Street's revitalization is part of what columnist Ross Muscato called the "North Easton Village Renaissance." On Easton's public safety front this week, police dealt with a slew of breaking and entering incidents into motor vehicles. Parkview Elementary School was also broken into over the long Columbus Day weekend. In anticipation to what will be the year anniversary of DJ Henry's death, the Pace University student newspaper released a special edition in his honor this week. Additionally, Henry's …

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Patch Facts

5 Things You Need to Know Today: October 12

Here is what is in store on this Wednesday.

Five Things You Should Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section. 1. Today at the Children's Museum in Easton, Exploring Music will be at 10 a.m., followed by Space Explorers at 1 p.m. 2. At the Ames Free Library today, Mornings with Mother Goose will be held at 10:30 a.m. for children two years old or younger. Story time for ages 2 and a half to three will be at 11:30 a.m. At 1 p.m., the library will host a book club meeting at Queset House. 3. TEMPO will meet tonight at 7 p.m. Pananche and Pit Band will meet at 8 p.m. Both meetings will be at Oliver Ames High School. 4. In Oliver Ames …

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Langwater Farm is Teeming With Crops

After first year, owners say they are working hard to make business a success.

Bright orange pumpkins and assorted mums are a captivating sight these days, while driving by Langwater Farm on Washington Street.   And fortunately, the year has been a kind one for the farm, according to one of its owners, Rory O’Dwyer. O’Dwyer, who owns the business with her partner, Alida Cantor, and her brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Kate O’Dwyer, said the growing season has been successful, with ample sun and the right amount of rain.  “The crops are really in good shape - we’ve had a really good season,” she said. The farm, which sells certified organic produce, is completing its second growing year and has expanded its offerings.  This year, the farmers planted corn for the first time, and a lot more tomatoes and pumpkins.  …

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Get Out

GET OUT: Football, Borderland Centennial, and Grandparents Day

A busy fall weekend ahead

It’s Thursday and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new events to explore. We'll feature events from Easton and things to do within driving distance. 1. Oliver Ames football opener vs. N. Quincy Where/When: Oliver Ames High School/ Friday 7 p.m. Why Go: After defeating Medfield on the road 18-0 last week, the Tigers open at Muscato Stadium Friday against North Quincy High School. We'll see if OA can have similar success this week. 2. Borderland Centennial Celebration Where/When: Bordlerand State Park/ Saturday 9 a.m. Why Go: Over 3,000 are expected for food, fun, field events, hot air …

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GET OUT: Thrift Shop, Povoas Park and Langwater Farm

A few things to keep you busy this weekend.

It’s Thursday and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new events to explore. We'll feature events from Easton and things to do within driving distance. 1. Povoas Park Dedication Ceremony Where/When: Povoas Park, 11 a.m. Saturday Why Go:  Stop by the corner of Bridge and Center Street Saturday morning to see the dedication of Povoas Park, a new pocket park for passers-by, dedicated by Joe Povoas and his family. Pricing: Free 2. Langwater Farm Celebration Where/When: Langwater Farm/ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday Why Go: This evening will feature a tour of farm via hay wagon follow by a …

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Get Out: Farmers Markets and Parades

A guide to help you plan your weekend.

It’s Thursday and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new events to explore. We'll feature events from Easton and things to do within driving distance. 1.Farm Yoga with Liz Keogh Where/When: Langwater Farm/ Saturday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Why Go:  Liza will lead an outdoor yoga class and meditation followed by a farm fresh lunch featuring Langwater Farm fresh produce. Stay afterward for some rock picking. Pricing: $25 donation to Easton Food Pantry 2. NRT Farmers Market Where/When: Sheep Pasture/ Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Why Go: Offers local produce, breads, cranberries, pickles, and other …

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Muscato's Musings

Easton Grown And Produced Food

Eating Foods Grown and Produced Close to Home is Good For You

Yesterday, I saw the Oscar nominated documentary, Food, Inc.  It is excellent, engaging, educational –and agitating.  Directed by Robert Kenner, the documentary, as Netflix describes, “explores the food industry’s detrimental effects on our health and environment.  Kenner spotlights the men and women who are working to reform an industry rife with monopolies and questionable interpretations of laws and subsidies, political ties and rising rates of E. coli outbreaks.” The documentary trumpets the “locavore” movement, a movement that supports the growth, production, purchase, and consumption of local foods.   From what I learned in the documentary, and through other sources –and it all makes sense – locally grown and produced food offers …

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