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United Neighbors of Fall River is one of 22 Community Connection Coalitions funded throughout the state of Massachusetts through the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families. United Neighbors is committed to promoting a strong, healthy and safe community. We are invested in our community and develop and assist in projects and events that strengthen and build on the community.  Our work is reflective of the needs of the community. Our projects include violence prevention, connecting the community, foster care, parent advocacy and so much more.

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Kristen L. Gunderson's blog

Community Supported Agriculture

July 26, 2010 by KGunderson

Over the last 20 years, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer.  Here are the basics: a farmer offers a certain number of "shares" to the public -a box of vegetables, but other farm products may be included. Interested consumers purchase a share (aka a "membership" or a "subscription") and in return receive a box (or a bag or basket) of seasonal produce each week throughout the farming season. This arrangement creates a number of advantages for farmers and consumers, not to mention the local economy. For more information on CSA’s and how to “join” locally, visit http://www.localharvest.org and type your zip code in the search bar.

Blueberry Peach Crostata Recipe

July 26, 2010 by KGunderson

Want to do more with your fresh fruit from the Farmers Market? Learn how to make a delicious Blueberry Peach Crostata courtesy of Garnish Events in Newport, RI. Click on this blog for the full recipe or visit Garnish Events at www.garnishevent.com.

GFR Art Association Summer Art Classes

July 19, 2010 by KGunderson

The Greater Fall River Art Association is offering a number of different art classes for all abilities this summer. Try your hand at sculpture, photography, watercolor or oil painting. Classes will be held at the Greater Fall River Art Association at 80 Belmont Street, Fall River. For more information call (508)673-7212 or  visit their website here.

Buses and Bicycles

June 30, 2010 by KGunderson

Commuting in Fall River is getting easier these days- especially with the addition of bike racks on city buses. Next time you have errands to do in and around the city, you can take the bus up the hills and bicycle down them. The bike racks hold two bicycles at a time and with the option to lock the bike to the rack itself. Not only is it a healthy, greener alternative to taking your car during the warm months, but it's a great way to beat the rush hour traffic.

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