Massachusetts Avenue Project

We are thrilled to be hosting free gardening workshops for the community again this fall, in collaboration with Grassroots Gardens WNY and Urban Roots Cooperative Garden Market. Sign up, and spread the word!

On October 2nd, will be hosting a Seed Expo at the MAP Farmhouse collaboration with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County-! Join us for discussions pertaining to seed cleaning and seed-borne diseases, as well as demonstrations, networking, and more. 🌱 This is a FREE event! Pre-registration is required by 5pm on September 30th via the link below, or by calling CCE Erie at 716- 652-5400: https://lnkd.in/g-DY_bji 🌱 Please note: Seed cleaning is by appointment only; a time slot must be reserved at time of registration. 🌱 CCE will have their seed cleaning trailer on-site including a Sasagawa soybean thresher, a Winnow Wizzard, and other small-scale tools including screens, fans, and abrasion tools to make quick work of extracting and cleaning seed. We hope to see you there!

🌟 BIG thanks to WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo for stopping by our Mobile Market last week at Neighborhood Health Center of WNY, Inc. (Northwest location on 155 Lawn Ave). Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gr5a8rvY 🍅 🌽 🍇

If you’ve ever asked yourself: Why do urban farms matter? This article is your answer. 🌱 Big thanks to the Buffalo News for shedding light on the work we do at MAP to promote an equitable food system, right here in Buffalo. Each area of our programming is centered around the belief that as a community, we can create a more just food system locally - this includes our farming operations, citywide markets, efforts advocating for policy change, youth and community education, commercial kitchen, resources for entrepreneurs, and beyond. 🔗 Read the full article here! https://lnkd.in/gHf9tPjd

🥕 Join us on Saturday, August 24th from 12-4 for MAP’s 6th annual Raising the Roots event: a farm-to-fork experience supporting MAP's food equity work and community programs. 💖 Previously 21+, this event is now open to folks of all ages! 🎟️ Tickets available now: https://lnkd.in/eA6Ajmp9 🍛 Indulge all of your senses as you visit various food & drink stations starring local chefs, all while enjoying music, demos, and hands-on activities for all ages. Your all-inclusive ticket allows you to try food & drink from every station available. ✨ Get ready for an amazing afternoon with our talented partners: Ashley Smith Fermentation Big Big Table Buffalo's Vada Pav Colibrí Panaderia Cup of Communitea Grassroots Gardens WNY Mint Mojito Bar Mystic Hills Brewery Plant Soul Vegan Raw Tools Buffalo Read It & Eat Remedy House Sweet Pea Bakery Wegmans BIG thanks to our generous sponsors: Larkin Square, Wegmans, Lexington Coop, KeyBank, Ingram Micro, West Herr To learn more, checkout the full lineup here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/evuYgrA6 #foodie #foodevent #buffalo #buffaloevents #farmtofork #farmtotable #tastingevent #foodequity #foodaccess #locavore #eatlocal #eatyourveggies #foodonthemove

We're #hiring a new Kitchen Manager in Buffalo, New York. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We are accepting applications for two Kitchen Positions at MAP until next Monday, July 15th by end of day. Apply now!

We are Hiring! MAP is hiring for two positions in our commercial kitchen. The Kitchen Manager will oversee all commercial kitchen operations, including cooking, food preservation and nutrition education program components for youth and community members, and coordination of kitchen rentals. The Kitchen Manager will supervise a Value-Added Product Coordinator and assist with seasonal product development for markets. In addition the Kitchen Manager will plan and prepare meals with MAP youth, and for MAP events and programming throughout the year. The Value Added Coordinator will spearhead the strategic planning and seamless coordination of value-added product development, sales, and food donations in collaboration with MAP staff & youth, local growers, and other stakeholders. This role focuses on leveraging seasonal produce to not only reduce food waste but also to optimize business opportunities through waste management strategies. Apply now at: www.mass-ave.org/jobs

Mark your calendars and spread the word! MAP's Annual Spring Seedling sale is Saturday, May 4th from 10am-2pm. Join us for a family-friendly community event with partners, vendors, food & drink! Kick off the growing season with us! https://lnkd.in/enYMUV5G #urbanag #urbanagriculture #foodsovereignty #growyourown #seedlings #communityevent

💚 Meet one of MAP's new Board Members, A.J. Franklin (he/him). 🍏 A.J. Franklin is a Loaned Executive at United Way of Buffalo & Erie County. Franklin is a recent University at Buffalo graduate working toward a career in social impact, organizational leadership, and communications. 🥒 As an active member in the community, outside of the Massachusetts Avenue Project he serves on the board of the Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY and also served on the University at Buffalo Council as the Student Representative. He is highly devoted to advancing equity and opportunity, especially for underserved and underrepresented communities. 👀 We are so excited that our Board of Directors is growing! Are you interested in serving on MAP's Board of Directors? Visit our website to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFgefxMm #meettheboard #boardofdirectors