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Welcome to the 2009 Events Calendar
Please inquire about hosting your event
at the Farm!
We have facilities for meetings, receptions, art shows, workshops,
weddings, classes and parties of all kind, both indoor and out. Please phone 360-678-7710 or email events@greenbankfarm.com
CSA program information click here! Sponsored by Northwest Agriculture Business Center, Greenbank Farm Management Group & Port of Coupeville, and Washington State Unitversity, this program for Community Supported Agriculture will utilize 8 acres of certified organic land at Greenbank Farm for training in organic farming. Classes began in February of 2009, and harvests of the 30+ varieties of vegetables and berries is scheduled to begin in April or May. To become a subscriber in this harvest, which will cost only $500. for the season and provide you with twice weekly harvests of farm fresh fruit and vegetables, email anzam@whidbey.net.
Event and Farm Volunteers Needed! Click Here !
| February 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm - Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. The Wine Shop and Tasting Room will offer Willis Hall Wines for an exciting evening of wine discussion with the winemaker. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open from 5:30-8:30pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Red Wine & Chocolate Tasting & Sweetheart Market. In conjucntion with the Whidbey Island Vintners Red Wine and Chocolate Tour, Greenbank Farm Wine Shop will be featuring Blooms Winery of Whidbey and FishTalk Vineyards' red wines as well as the Greenbank Farm Loganberry Wine along with a sample of the wonderful Loganberry Chocolate Truffles from Chocolates by George. A ticket to this passport event, which includes tastings and cholocate at the three other winery tasting rooms on the Island, are available for $20. each. A selection of other wines for tasting will be available by the taste for those not participating in the passport event. Also, throughout the weekend at the Greenbank Farm Market inside the historic 1904 Barn experience Belgian chocolates and fudge, stroll through the market of handcrafts, art, photography and gourmet foods created by local artisans to find special gifts for your Valentine. Enjoy the charming atmosphere of the market in the barn making your visit to the farm a sweet destination. For more information contact the wine shop at 360/678-7700 or email wine@greenbankfarm.com |
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CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) presents "Good Food", a film by local filmakers at 6 pm. For infomation contact Anza at 222-3171 or anzam@whidbey.net. |
| March 2009 |
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First Friday at the Farm! -Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm.
Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room with Eleven. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of his wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Antique and Collectible Show - A popular annual event that brings18 dealers to the Main Barn and loft. You'll find just what you are looking for plus more from this incredibly diverse inventory of goods. The sale runs from 10am-5pm Saturday and Sunday. |
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Whidbey Garden Faire - Spring is in the air and garden time is on the mind! Visit with Whidbey Island landscapers, nurseries and garden artists. Begin dreaming and planning your garden room. Get ideas for your patio container, garden and flower bed highlights. The Garden Faire is a one day event held inside the barn from 10am-5pm on Saturday. More information or to participate as a vendor, contact: Colleen Hammer, Events Manager:360/678-7710. |
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| April 2009 |
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First Friday at the Farm! -Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. This event will feature the wines of Whidbey Island. There are now seven wineries on Whidbey, and this is your chance to meet the winemakers and sample their wines. Wineries will be featured at the wine shop and the galleries.
Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700
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Brave New Words Poetry Festival - The 6th Annual Festival is a celebration of poetry, music, performance and educational workshops. Under a new name this year, this event continues what Burning Words began. For fees and more information contact organizers at poetry@greenbankfarm.com or the page in the website: www.greenbankfarm,com/poetry.
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Greenbank Garden Club Plant Sale - Be sure to get here early for this sale because it is 'first come, first served'. Sale begins at 10am and is usually over by 3pm when the plants are gone. |
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| May 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm! Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room with a different winery each month. The winemakers will be pouring a wonderful selection of his wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Master Gardeners Plant Sale - an annual event and a great place to get plants to enhance your yard.
Also enjoy the Master Gardener Educational Clinic to learn how to turn your black thumb to green! Lots of helpful tips and ideas straight from the experts!
www.island.wsu.edu/mastergardener/mginfo.htm |
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Sunday Farmer's Market - Find the market at the field's edge across from the barn. Look for banners welcoming you to the market at the heart of the Island. Organic produce, honey, art and crafts of all kinds. Hot food and coffee. Every Sunday 11am-3pm. Vendor sign up, contact Colleen Hammer Market Manager: 360/678-7710 or GBSundaymarket@whidbey.com
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Spring Wine Tasting and Market - Join the fun at Greenbank Farm and The Whidbey Island Vintners for this weekend passport event for Island wineries. Local painters, photographers, handcrafters, growers and producers bring the creativity of Whidbey and the region to this market. Our barn will be filled with wonderful vendors, local artists and wines from Blooms Winery of Whidbey and FishTalk Vineyards .area. Taste, Nibble and enjoy gourmet food or stay for lunch. Sample wines from our Whidbey Island wineries and the farms own Loganberry Wine. Enjoy the hidden pleasures of wineries from Marysville to the San Juan Islands. More information on tickets for the passport event call the wine shop at 360-678-7700 or email wine@greenbankfarm.com and for vendor sign-up call 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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| June 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm!
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Sunday Farmers Market - Many colorful banners will welcome you from the highway when you turn into this outdoor market. The vendors are here every Sunday 11am-3pm and bring their creative wares, art, and produce to market. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you discover what is here or have a picnic in the food area. For more info: 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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Greenbank Car Show - Treat Dad to a Car Show on Saturday for this Father's Day and bring along the whole family. The cars will be on display from 9:00am - 5:00pm. Admission: $5 adults, $3 seniors and students, children under 12 are free. Come see the street rods, antiques, customs, classics, racecars and trucks. Choose your favorite for the People's Choice Award! For more info call ph. # 360/929-1609 or visit www.greenbankcarshow.com
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Greenbank Artists Show and Sale - Central Whidbey's longest running art group's annual show and sale. Support an artist and enjoy selecting local art to have in your home. For information: 360/678-5558 |
| July 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm! -
This event may be waived due to the holiday and fireworks show in Freeland. TBD
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Sunday Farmers Market - Come shop for your summer produce now. Cherries and peaches may be here from organic growers. Flowers are in bloom and the selection is wonderful. Artists and handcrafters have a wide variety for you. Kettlecorn is a popular treat at the summer market. 11am-3pm. More info: 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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LOGANBERRY FESTIVAL - The Farm's annual wine tasting, music and art extravaganza! The field is filled with artists, artisans, and craftspeople while local musicians entertain. There are food booths by local folks and a play area for the children. Check each day's schedule for the loganberry pie-eating contest! Join us both days. Admission is free. For information: 360/678-7700 or 360/222-3151. To be a vendor 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
| August 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm! -
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Sunday Farmers Market - The produce and art/craft outdoor market continues every Sunday from11am-3pm. Visit with the farmers and crafters while you shop, they are proud to bring their product to market.
Please bring your family and friends to this exciting event! Enjoy the ripe summer season. For more information: 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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Highland Games - Whidbey Island Celtic Society's annual celebration of all that is Scottish. Pipe bands, pipers, dancers and athletic events with food and fun to spare. 9:00am - 6:00pm. For information call the Tartan Thistle at 360/331-4688 |
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Whidbey Island Music Festival- Stay tuned for more information on this event! |
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| September 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm!
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of his wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Antique and Collectible Show and Sale - This fall show brings back 18 dealers to show their furnishings, linens, silver, collectibles, books, trunks and more. Open from 10am-5pm Saturday and 10am-3:30pm on Sunday. For information call: 360/341-3280 |
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Sunday Farmers Market - You'll find apples and plums, squash and fall veggies. Art, photography and handcrafts that are made by local and vendors. Food booths, kettlecorn and mini donuts - who knows what will be here for your market treat. This is the last month for the market outside at the field's edge every Sunday, 11am-3pm. Info: 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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Whidbey Artists Coop Show - Come see what's in store for you from 10 am to 5 pm each day. |
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Tour d' Whidbey - Whidbey Hospital Foundation's annual bicycle event that brings out bicyclists from all over. 50 and 100 mile routes through some of the most beautiful island scenery. For more information: 360/678-7656 xt.4020 or blankl@whidbeygen.org |
| October 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm!!
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of his wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Whidbey Island Farm Tour Weekend - Support local farmers and learn about Whidbey Island farms and the organic farming program here at Greenbank Farm. Stop at the Cafe for lunch or coffee and pie as a rest stop on your tour. More activities to be announced! Join the farm spirit! For info: 360/678-7710.
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PROST! PROST! PROST! OKTOBERFEST Fundraiser at the Farm! - Come and support the Farm at the 3rd Annual Oktoberfest fundraiser. Enjoy "wünderbar" German Bier and Wine with German fare including authentic bratwurst and pretzels. Top notch entertainment will be rocking the Old Red Barn! Dance, eat, drink and be merry with German Polkas, genuine Paulaner Bier Steins, accordion music, family fun and an adult bier stube. Greenbank Farm staff, board and volunteers will be donning their lederhosen and dirndls' at this event which will raise funds for the continued preservation of the Farm. Tickets $15 adults/$8 children (under age 5 free) includes cover charge and authentic German food. (10% Senior discount also applies) Tickets go fast so call to reserve yours now! 360/678-7700.
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Garden Club Plant Sale - Come enjoy Fall at the farm! See what is available for planting for those early spring blooms! Open from 10 am to 2 pm.
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Halloween Party & Costume Parade - Pick your pumpkin from the Farms organic pumpkin patch! Grown by the CSA farmers training students. Family fun and costume parade from 1pm - 3pm. Trick or treat at the Farm in the big red barn! Pumpkin carving, kettle corn, cider and apples may be available - details to come!. All monsters, ghoul friends and families are welcome! For info: 360/678-7700 wine@greenbankfarm.com |
| November 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm! -
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of his wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Weaver's Guild Show and Sale-Uncommon Threads 4 - A community of fiber artists offers unique weaving, spinning, dyeing, basketry, felting and jewelry. November 6th weaver's guild show and sale will be happening in conjunction with First Fridays at the Farm. Come enjoy the artistry, cheese and wine tasting as the farm will be open late.
Textures / Color / Pattern for you / For living / For gifts! www.whidbeyweaversguild.org
Sale November 6th Friday 11-6pm, November 7th Saturday 10-5pm. For more info contact Tricia ph. 360-331-2067
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Fall Crush Wine Market - Fall is in the air and the holidays are just around the corner. Taste and select local and regional wines for your holiday celebrations from North Puget Sound wineries. We have created a gourmet gift market that will entice the senses. Shop for special items, unique gifts, all while tasting your favorite wines. This is a weekend you don't want to miss! Information and vendor sign-up, contact 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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Closed for Thanksgiving Day |
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Tree Lighting Celebration! - Families, friends and visitors will delight in Greenbank Farm's Tree Lighting Celebration to open the holiday season. Special extended hours from 5pm - 7pm will be observed by all the businesses, the Holiday Market and Santa. Hot cider and cookies will add to the holiday spirit and community caroling celebration. |
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Holiday Gift Market - First weekend of Greenbank Farm's Annual Holiday Market. Local artisans bring their wonderful talents to the Main Barn from 10am - 5pm creating a festive marketplace to kick off the holiday season. Visit Santa. Shop early to stay ahead of the rush, and support local vendors while you find those unique gifts people love. For more information or to sign-up as a vendor, contact Market Manager: 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
| December 2009 |
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First Fridays at the Farm!-
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm! Meet friends and come enjoy the community spirit at Greenbank Farm. Don't miss out on this tasting at the Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and Tasting Room. The winemaker will be pouring a wonderful selection of his wines in our fun, casual environment. Peruse the art galleries for wine and snacks, music and art. Visit the Greenbank Cheese shop where you can sample artisan cheeses and local treats. Perhaps you will treat yourself to dinner out at Whidbey Pies Cafe. Shops will remain open until 8pm and the cafe, which closes at 4pm, will re-open at 5:30 pm to serve dinner, often featuring a new local chef, and be sure to save room for pie!
Call the wine Shop for information at 360/678.7700 |
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Holiday Gift Market - Three more weekends of Greenbank Farm's Holiday Market continue into December so you can complete your gift shopping in time for your festivities. New vendors each weekend join in with returning vendors to bring a wide variety of art, photography, handmade crafts and gourmet foods to fill the barn, loft and annex! You never know when we may get a visit from Santa! Hours are from 10am - 5pm. Local musicians provide music throughout the market dates. Meet with friends to catch the holiday spirit inside Greenbank's historic barn or and bring the kids to meet Santa!! For info: 360/678-7710 or events@greenbankfarm.com |
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Closed for Christmas Day |
January 2010
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| Closed New Years Day. |
| For information about events or markets, Contact 360-678-7710 or email events@greenbankfarm.com |
| People interested in scheduling events, weddings, meetings, etc, Also anyone interested in participating in Sunday Farmers Market, the Flea Markets, the Holiday Gift Market or the Wine Tour Markets call the Market Manager! |
Volunteers Needed! click here for information
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