Tuesday Lowdown- Summer Kickoff

🍓Pick Your Own🫐

One of the best parts of summer is easy access to fresh local produce. You can’t get more fresh or more local than picking yourself! Here’s a list of nearby farms that offer pick your own fruits, vegetables, and flowers!

Brown’s Harvest – Windsor, CT
Located at 1911 Poquonock Ave., Brown’s Harvest offers pick-your-own strawberries in early June, blueberries in July, and a vibrant flower field featuring zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers from July through August. It's a family-friendly spot with a farm stand and seasonal events.
Website: www.brownsharvest.com
Phone: (860) 607-0356

Starvish Farm – East Windsor, CT
Situated at 36 North Water Street, Starvish Farm specializes in pick-your-own strawberries, typically available from late May through early July. They provide trays for picking, and it's a cash-only operation.
Website: upickstrawberries.wordpress.com
Phone: (860) 623-3473

Dzen Farms – Broad Brook, CT
Located at 87 Barber Hill Road, Dzen Farms offers pick-your-own strawberries from early June to July 4th and blueberries from July 4th through mid-August. They also host the South Windsor Strawberry Festival.
Website: www.dzenfarms.com
Phone: (860) 644-4575

Easy Pickin’s Orchard – Enfield, CT
Found at 46 Bailey Road, Easy Pickin’s Orchard provides a variety of pick-your-own options, including berries, apples, and flowers, from July through October. They also offer herbs and have a farm stand with local produce.
Website: www.easypickinsorchard.com
Phone: (860) 763-3276

Dondero Orchards – South Glastonbury, CT
Located at 529 Woodland Street, Dondero Orchards is a family-owned farm offering pick-your-own experiences, a bakery, greenhouse, and seasonal farm dinners. They provide a range of fruits and vegetables throughout the season.
Website: www.donderoorchards.com
Phone: (860) 659-0294

Belltown Hill Orchards – South Glastonbury, CT
Situated at 483 Matson Hill Road, Belltown Hill Orchards offers a wide selection of pick-your-own fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, peaches, and apples, as well as flowers. They also have a farm market and bakery on-site.
Website: www.belltownhillorchards.com
Phone: (860) 633-2789

Bordua Farms – South Windsor, CT
Found at 1528 Main Street, Bordua Farms features a cutting garden with zinnias, snapdragons, sunflowers, strawflowers, and gladiolus. They are open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the season.
Website: www.borduafarms.com
Phone: (860) 930-6406

Pell Farm – Somers, CT
Located at 92 Kibbe Grove Road, Pell Farm offers pick-your-own strawberries and pre-picked options. They are a smaller operation, so it's recommended to check availability before visiting.
Website: www.pell-farms.com
Phone: (860) 265-6511

Scantic Valley Farm – Somers, CT
Situated at 327 Ninth District Road, Scantic Valley Farm is a small family-owned farm offering pick-your-own experiences. They focus on sustainable practices and provide a variety of seasonal produce.
Website: www.scanticvalleyfarm.com
Phone: (860) 749-3286

The Pickin' Patch – Avon, CT
Found at 215 Nod Road, The Pickin' Patch offers pick-your-own strawberries and other seasonal fruits. They are one of the oldest continuously operating farms in the state.
Website: www.thepickinpatch.com
Phone: (860) 677-9552

🚉Windsor Locks Downtown Update🏢

There is an informational meeting about the continued progress in Windsor Locks downtown this Thursday at 6pm in Windsor Locks town hall. Rumor has it they are looking to extend the sidewalk on the canal side of Main Street from the new train station all the way to the old station. Things are progressing on the Enfield station too. There is a link in the website below to download the latest plan.

📅 Local Events Calendar

Windsor Locks Public Library – Adult Summer Reading Kickoff
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 10:00 AM
Location: Windsor Locks Public Library, 28 Main Street, Windsor Locks, CT
Description: Kick off the summer reading program with activities and information on how to participate.engagedpatrons.org

Windsor Locks Canal Trail Walk
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 9:00 AM
Location: Windsor Locks Canal Trail, Windsor Locks, CT
Description: Join a guided walk along the scenic canal trail.CTvisit

Enfield Farmers Market Opening Day
Date & Time: Thursday, May 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Enfield Town Green, Enfield, CT
Description: Celebrate the opening of the farmers market season with local vendors, live music, and family activities.

Suffield Summer Concert Series: Jazz Night
Date & Time: Friday, May 30, 2025, 6:30 PM
Location: Suffield Town Green, Suffield, CT
Description: Enjoy an evening of live jazz music as part of the summer concert series.

Granby Memorial Day Parade
Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:00 AM
Location: Granby Town Center, Granby, CT
Description: Honor our veterans with a traditional Memorial Day parade featuring local bands and community groups.

Simsbury Art Walk
Date & Time: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Downtown Simsbury, Simsbury, CT
Description: Stroll through downtown Simsbury and enjoy local art displays, live demonstrations, and interactive activities.

Windsor Locks Community Cleanup Day
Date & Time: Monday, June 2, 2025, 9:00 AM
Location: Windsor Locks Town Hall, 50 Church Street, Windsor Locks, CT
Description: Join fellow residents in a community-wide effort to clean and beautify public spaces.