Farm Funk

08/10/2020

Check out a new online ordering option from Roots Farm!

Roots Farm Online Store goes live this week! There will be farm shares, local honey, fresh eggs, locally roasted coffee, teas and other goodness for sale weekly! Email me at [email protected] for more information!

https://rootsfarm.square.site

08/08/2020

We are all pretty sad not to be out on the farm this year, but don't let that stop you from supporting all the great local farms, musicians, and brewers out there. Check out your favorite local musicians online, visit your farmers' markets, and stay safe out there! We'll see you in 2021 for Farm Funk V!

05/08/2020

Tilth Alliance is reaching out to consumers to take a quick survey. Check it out!

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

04/14/2020

Now, more than ever, local farms are essential. Check out the Kitsap Sun guest article in today's paper and pass this message along to others!

Jess Sappington, WSU Extension

04/12/2020

Hey Kitsap Farmer Friends - Help KCAA collect information on your needs during COVID-19. Know a farmer? Pass it on!

Please take a moment to give the Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance (KCAA) input on the needs of your farm business during COVID-19. This survey is for farm producers who are physically located in and actively selling products in Kitsap County only. We are seeing a record number of folks looki...

04/09/2020

Great resource on where you can buy local during COVID-19. We are all in this together folks. Support your neighbors, farmers and small businesses!

Many individuals have been left wondering how they can provide safe food for their families during this time of “social distancing” and confinement. What if we were to tell you there is a healthier way to secure your food and support local small businesses?

The answer - Look to Your Local Farmer.
Farmers play an important role in our communities’ ability to continue to access fresh produce and products during this uncertain time.
Keep up to date on where you can access local food in Clallam, Jefferson & Kitsap Counties by visiting our Local Food Directory:
https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/local-food-directory/

04/06/2020

Great article in today's paper highlighting how customers can purchase local food from farms, co-ops, markets and others during this time.

Local farmers and producers are seeing increased interest. They're hoping it offsets other losses as a result of the coronavirus.

03/28/2020

In an effort to highlight local farm businesses and budding producers, we are launching a campaign called .
Use the hashtag to share your growing progress and to share where you sell your produce. Everyone can do their part to provide fresh local produce with our community.

We will also be sharing posts with you throughout the coming weeks highlighting local farms offering alternative sales and pick-up models during COVID-19.

Join us to

03/06/2020

An amazing initiative happening in Bremerton led by our friend, and Farm Funk sponsor, Scott Cashman - State Farm Insurance Agent. Always working for the good of our community. Thank you Scott and team for all you do!
https://www.kitsapdailynews.com/marketplace/buddy-up-for-a-good-cause/

Get a free quote and do some good for the local public school

03/05/2020

Check out this smiling face! 2019 Farm Funk Young Musician Scholarship winner Bethany Velthuis with her brand new guitar and amp. Bethany will also be attending a guitar camp this summer, all thanks to her Farm Funk scholarship money! Farm Funk 2019, brought to you by Emerald Installation, Inc., was our biggest festival yet. Thanks to you, we were able to award scholarships to 10 budding farmers and musicians. Can't wait for Farm Funk V!!!!

02/26/2020

Our partner organization the Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance is holding their annual board elections now. Join them in making a difference right here in Kitsap!

2020 Board Elections Are Happening Now! 2020 Board Elections Are Happening Now! February 25, 2020 Jess Sappington Are you passionate about local agriculture, healthy food systems and connecting your community with the resources available to them? If so, we need you as part of the KCAA team! We are l...

12/19/2019

Get your tickets now for this years 2020 Women In Agriculture Conference - Bremerton!

11/19/2019

Local Farmers - the Tilth Alliance and HumanLinks Foundation just announced they are taking applications for the Washington State Organic and Sustainable Farming Fund. Check out the link for full info and how to apply!

In partnership with HumanLinks Foundation, Tilth Alliance is accepting applications by farmers seeking financial assistance to support projects that will improve the economic viability, social impacts, or environmental sustainability of their farm businesses. The goal of this grant program is to enh...

10/25/2019

Hey local farming folks, WSU Regional Small Farms Program is looking to get your feedback on what educational offerings you would like to see in your area. It's a quick survey, make your voice heard!

Farmers! We want to hear from you! Please take a minute to fill out this survey to help our Regional Small Farms Program develop relevant programming for 2020-2021. Thank you!

Take the survey ----> https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1NAovdDrD8AxrVz

Photo by Amy McIntyre at a Growing Blueberries Workshop in Chimacum.

10/09/2019

What a great evening at the Kitsap Grown Harvest Dinner 2019! We were able to award five Young Farmer Scholarships this year to these amazing youth (One kiddo missing from pic). They will go on to do great things in our food system!

Another HUGE thank you to all of this years Farm Funk Sponsors and to the Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance for their continued partnership with this scholarship fund.

Be on the lookout for our announcement coming up of the 5 Young Musician Scholarship Awardees for 2019!

(Emerald Installation, Inc., The 19th Hole Bar & Grill, Visit Kitsap Peninsula, Clearwater Casino Resort, Into the Blue Designs & Signs, Brownsville Deli, Tastyhouse Rentals, Scott Cashman - State Farm Insurance Agent, Kitsap Credit Union, Central Kitsap Farmers Market, Six Press, Bremerton Community Farmers Market, West Sound Building Service, Wilco, Legacy Accounting and Tax Service)

10/01/2019

Our friends at the Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance are looking for a few helpers for their harvest dinner this Sunday. Can you help them out with a few hours of your time? Volunteers get to share in the fun and enjoy the meal before or after their shift!

We are still in need of a few hands for this Sunday's Kitsap Grown Harvest Dinner 2019. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, with funds raised helping us to supplement scholarships and educational programming.
As a bonus volunteers get to enjoy the meal before or after their shift.
Do you have a few extra hours to spare that day? Shoot board member Ellie an email at [email protected] to sign up!

09/19/2019

Hey Farm Funk fans! For those that asked, Matt & Amy's debut album is now available for purchase and download! Don't miss it! The band says supplies are limited but please place your orders and back-orders will be filled very soon! https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/mattamy

Click to listen at CDBaby

08/13/2019

Well Kitsap County, we are overwhelmed by the show of support and the great turnout for Farm Funk 2019! On behalf of all the vendors, musicians, and servers... Thank You!!! Farm Funk 2020 will be here before we know it. Along with great food, drinks, and music we also promise to provide more restrooms and shorter beer garden lines! 😁

08/10/2019

While out at the farm for this years Farm Funk 2019 make sure to swing by the Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance booth to pick up your Farm Funk shirt or hoodie. These beauties were printed this year by our amazing sponsor, Into the Blue Design!

08/10/2019

The farm is ready to go - the grass has been cut, the stage has been set, and all we need now is YOU!
Farm Funk organizers would like to take a moment and give special thanks to all our community partners, sponsors, volunteers, vendors, musicians and farmers that support this event. Special thanks goes out to Emerald Installation, Inc. and their amazing employees. Without their support Farm Funk 2019 would not be possible.
Remember, Farm Funk is all about growing the next generation of farmers and musicians. So come on out to Minder Farm tomorrow from 1pm - 10pm and get down with us on the Farm!

08/09/2019

Remember! 100% of the profits from Farm Funk go to our Youth Musician and Farming Scholarship Programs. To date, we've awarded 10 scholarships to young musicians and farmers in Kitsap County, thanks to your support! Farm Funk 2019 and the scholarship programs are brought to you by our OFFICIAL sponsor, Emerald Installation, Inc. A special thanks also to Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance for their continued support and management of the Farm Funk Scholarship Program.

08/08/2019

Please help us take one more opportunity to thank our Farm Funk 2019 sponsors.
Emerald Installation, Inc., Visit Kitsap Peninsula, The 19th Hole Bar & Grill, Clearwater Casino Resort, Scott Cashman - State Farm Insurance Agent, Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance, Into the Blue Designs, Brownsville Deli, Legacy Accounting & Tax Services, Tastyhouse Rentals, Kitsap Credit Union, Bremerton Community Farmers Market, West Sound Building Services, Central Kitsap Farmers Market, Pier Six Press, and Wilco.

08/07/2019

Last, but most certainly not least, on the Emerald Installation, Inc. main stage this year at Farm Funk 2019 is the one and only Kara Hesse and her awesome band. Kara has become a Farm Funk favorite, and you're sure to see why at 8:00 PM, Saturday, Aug 10th, at Minder Farms and Corn Maze!!!

08/06/2019

All the way from exotic East Africa and the shores of the Indian Ocean, Matt & Amy's return to Farm Funk can't be missed! Backed by the Basement Band, Matt & Amy's brand of country/rock will have the Emerald Installation, Inc. main stage hopping at 6:45 PM, Saturday, Aug 10th at Farm Funk 2019!

08/03/2019

Get ready Kitsap County! You won't want to miss the Farm Funk debut of The OutSkirts! This power-trio of talented ladies takes the Emerald Installation, Inc. main stage at 5:30 PM, Saturday August 10th, at Farm Funk 2019!!!

08/03/2019

So excited about this year's vendors at Farm Funk 2019! We'll have face painting with The Painted Zebra, handmade pottery from Foggy Moon Pottery, and many, many more! Check them all out here: https://www.farmfunkfestival.com.

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08/03/2019

Farm Funk 2019 has the best vendors! One of our absolute favorites is Kitsap Fresh, an online farmer's market co-op that focuses on locally produced goods! Come check them and our other great vendors out on August 10th!

08/03/2019

Scott Cashman - State Farm Insurance Agent, a Farm Funk 2019 sponsor, will be on hand administering “Quotes for Good” this year at Farm Funk. Swing by his booth, sign up for a quote, and money will be donated per quote given to our Youth Farmer and Musician scholarship funds!

07/30/2019

Farm Funk 2019 couldn't be more excited to host the debut performance of Jack Parker and The Remedy out at Minder Farms and Corn Maze Saturday, August 10th! You won't want to miss Jack's awesome blend of songwriting and guitar prowess on the Emerald Installation, Inc. stage!!!!

07/27/2019

Farm Funk 2019 will once again feature the absolute best in local brewing from Rainy Daze Brewing and Bushel & Barrel Ciderhouse. All that deliciousness will be served up by the awesome folks from The 19th Hole Bar & Grill in the Beer Garden. Thanks to all three great local businesses for supporting Farm Funk!!!

07/23/2019

We are super grateful for our friends over at Emerald Installation, Inc. Not only are they long time supporters of Farm Funk, but they are now our main sponsor AND supporting this year through volunteering. Make sure to swing into their booth while out at the event on August 10th and say hello to all their amazingly dedicated employees!
https://www.facebook.com/emeraldinstallation/

Emerald Installation is a values-driven labor & materials logistics company delivering peace of mind on every project to every customer, every time. We are a company that provides materials, logistics and labor for all floor covering types.

07/23/2019

One of our amazing local sponsors, The Central Kitsap Farmers Market, is opening in their new location at Maynard's Restaurant in Silverdale tomorrow from 3pm to 7pm. Swing in and shop local with some of your favorite farmers and artisan vendors!

Want a sneak peek of what's going on at Maynard's? Stop by TOMORROW for the Central Kitsap Farmers Market from 3PM to 7PM. Help support our local non-profit farmers market and local farms, plus catch an exclusive outside look at our brand new facility!

07/22/2019

Farm Funk is just around the corner and we are feeling super grateful for all our sponsors and community partners. Please join us in taking a moment to thank the following businesses and organizations that make Farm Funk possible!
Emerald Installation, Inc.
The 19th Hole Bar & Grill
Visit Kitsap Peninsula
Clearwater Casino Resort
Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance
The Blue Designs
Brownsville Deli
Accounting & Tax Service
House Rentals
Kitsap Credit Union
Bremerton Community Farmers Market
Sound Building Services
Central Kitsap Farmers Market
Six Press
Wilco

07/11/2019

We are less than a month from Farm Funk!! We can’t wait to celebrate local music, food, and brews with all of you, and speaking of LOCAL - Kitsap County is home to some amazing farmers markets, and today is Kids Day at the Market in Bremerton! Check it out, and we’ll see you next month at the farm!

Today is the day - It's our Annual Kids Day at the market, sponsored by Holly Ridge Center. We have so much fun in store for kids of all ages!

07/03/2019

We ❤️ our farmers markets!
The Central Kitsap Farmers Market, a long time supporter of Farm Funk, is opening in their new site at Maynard's in just 3 weeks on July 23rd! Make sure to sign up for their e-news to stay up to date on all the happenings.

06/30/2019

This year's music lineup, brought to you by Farm Funk 2019's official sponsor Emerald Installation, Inc., is a can't miss! For stage times and more info click on Our Story or go to www.farmfunkfestival.com.

06/20/2019

Super excited to announce that Visit Kitsap Peninsula has joined us as a 2019 Farm Funk Vendor. Thank you to Patty and her team for supporting our event and helping get the word out. Hop over to their page and give it a "LIKE" to keep up to date on all the fun local events happening this summer!
https://www.facebook.com/visitkitsap/

Visit Kitsap Peninsula - A very quick and easy getaway to the Natural Side of Puget Sound.

06/17/2019

Check it out - Farm Funk posters are popping up all over town. We love our local businesses sharing the love and supporting the event!