Progress Update on Our New Space – It’s Happening!
Exciting things are happening here at Small Places! Construction on our new space is moving forward, and we’re thrilled to share an update with you. As of now, about a third of the building is insulated, with the roof and exteriors coming together beautifully. Walking...
The Neighborhood Produce Program – A Commitment to Community
At Small Places, our mission has always been to nourish our community—not just through sustainable farming but by making high-quality, local food accessible to everyone. One program that exemplifies this commitment is our Neighborhood Produce Program (NPP). Since its...
Thank you! Death by Chocolate
Thank You for a Decade of Impact at "Death by Chocolate" At Small Places, we believe that meaningful change grows best when rooted in community. This year, we were honored to be the beneficiary of the Morales Memorial Foundation’s 10th Annual Death by Chocolate...
Building for the Future
Big Changes Are Underway Happy October! We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates from our new farm site. If you’ve been following along, you’ve likely seen the latest progress: the frame of our new building is up! This multi-functional space will house our...
Employee Spotlight: Cristy Contreras
WHAT IS YOUR NAME AND POSITION? Cristy Contreras, Development Manager WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF YOUR WORK? Getting exposure for the farm with aligned funding partners. I keep saying that to know the farm is to love it, and I fully believe...
Tiffany’s Story, Part II
Breakfast with Mrs. G When I pulled up on my bike to a brightly colored home surrounded by tall crotons and a few fruiting plants, I was greeted with a hug and kiss on the cheek by Mrs. G, who was excited to tell me about her Thanksgiving dinner with her family. I...
The H-E-B Education Center @ Finca Tres Robles
Tiffany’s Story, Part I
As part of our “40 Chances” end of year giving campaign, we'll be highlighting the work Tiffany Valle continues to do through our Neighborhood Produce Program. See her story below. The Friday after Thanksgiving, I hopped on my bike with the bag of produce and eggs...
Employee Spotlight: Madison Narges
WHAT IS YOUR NAME AND POSITION? “My name is Madison Narges and I am the Administrative Coordinator for Small Places.” WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO JOIN THE FINCA TRES ROBLES TEAM? “The notion that larger community change starts with smaller place based movements felt...
Employee highlight: Tiffany Valle
HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT SMALL PLACES/FINCA TRES ROBLES AND WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO JOIN? I learned about Finca Tres Robles through Instagram. Someone I follow shared a Finca post that was requesting resumes for a delivery driver position. I checked out Finca’s Instagram...
SPOTLIGHT: ADRIANA HERRERA
What is your name and position?“My name is Adriana and I am the Marketing Coordinator for Finca Tres Robles.”Could you provide a brief introduction?“I am currently a junior at the University of Houston (recently transferred this semester) and majoring in marketing. I...
Meet Tiffany Valle!
WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO WORK AT FINCA TRES ROBLES? “I wanted to help at Finca Tres Robles because I thought it would be a great way to help residents continue to get access to fresh, local produce while supporting urban farming.” WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST...
Calabaza con Chimichurri
Nutrición con CorazónSemana 4 de 6 16 de noviembre de 2021Calabaza con ChimichurriPuede hacer mucho con el butternut squash. Es una gran verdura de invierno. El chimichurri es una gran salsa que tiene un uso muy versátil. Puedes ponerlo encima de carne, verduras,...
Recipe: Calabaza con Chimichurri
Programa de Nutrición con Corazón | Semana 4 de 6 por Cocinera Gina Lopez QUE HAY EN LA BOLSA Nuestra granja, Finca Tres Robles, no es un supermercado. No obtenemos frutas de México, China o Chile. Todo lo que recibe en esta caja proviene de la tierra en nuestros...
SPOTLIGHT: JESS CARROLL
When did you work at Finca? And what was/were your position(s)?“I worked at Finca from August 2019-December 2020, as first the farm assistant and then farm manager.”What are you doing now?“I am now the Program Assistant at Big River Farms - a farm incubator/farm...
SPOTLIGHT: CATHERINE JANDA
When did you work at Finca? And what was/were your position(s)?“Feb 2019-Dec 2020. I was a farmer, Director of Education, and then just helped part-time in the fields and with farm stands.”What are you doing now?“Teaching Health Fitness (PE) at Nottingham Elementary”A...
SPOTLIGHT: MARY TRIMBLE
What is your name and position? How long have you worked at Finca? “My name is Mary Trimble and I am the Operations Manager. I have worked at Finca for just over a year and a half. I started as a volunteer in May 2020.”What is a special memory or favorite event...
SPOTLIGHT: TRAVIS WEDDLE
What is your name and position? How long have you worked at Finca? “My name is Travis Weddle and I am the Production Manager. This is my 6th season with the farm, been here since July of 2020.”What is a special memory you have had on the farm?“I would say that my...
SPOTLIGHT: ZAY GAMEZ
When did you work at Finca? And what was/were your position(s)?“I worked at Finca from Feb 2017- Feb 2020. Started out as an apprentice (I had so much time to watch the Great British Baking Show) and then Production Manager only a couple months later, and for the rest...
SPOTLIGHT: ALANAH LAWRASON
When did you work at Finca? And what was/were your position(s)?“2015-2017 started as an apprentice and then moved to assistant manager”What are you doing now?“Running my own veggie and flower farm on Whidbey Island in WA state. Just wrapping up year two. Foggy Hill...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 8
Season: Fall 2021Size: Half ShareWeek 8 of 12November 20th, 2021NOTES FROM THE FIELDHi CSA! I hope you have all had a great week so far and I hope you enjoy this week’s veggies! This past week there was a potluck at the farm for our CSA members and neighborhood...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 7
Season: Fall 2021Size: Full ShareWeek 7 of 12November 13th, 2021NOTES FROM THE FIELDHi CSA Family,I am excited for the potluck this Friday from 6pm-9pm on the farm. It will be great to see everyone out on the farm and meet all of the CSA members I have not been able...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 6
Season: Fall 2021Size: Half ShareWeek 6 of 12November 6th, 2021NOTES FROM THE FIELDWhen we ran our first CSA season back in the Fall of 2015, we had maybe twelve members and only one size (the Full share). Even getting to twelve members that season felt like a minor...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 5
Season: Fall 2021Size: Full ShareWeek 5 of 12October 30th, 2021NOTES FROM THE FIELDCSA Family,When the weather starts to get a bit chilly, I immediately start craving soup. I hope you find the recipe below to be both delicious and nourishing!SPICY RED LENTIL SOUP WITH...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 4
Season: Fall 2021Size: Half ShareWeek 4 of 12October 23rd, 2021NOTES FROM THE FIELDHi CSA family! My name is Alyssa! I’m an assistant farmer and farm stand attendant here at Finca Tres Robles. This is my first newsletter I am writing so I’d like to...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 3
Season: Fall 2021Size: Full ShareWeek 3 of 12October 16th, 2021Hi CSA Members,I am excited to join you for another CSA season here at Finca Tres Robles. For those of you who are first time CSA members, welcome! My name is Mary and I am the Operations Manager at the...
NOTES FROM THE FIELD: FALL CSA 2021 – WEEK 2
Season: Fall 2021Size: Half ShareWeek 2 of 12October 9th, 2021CSA Family,I hope y’all enjoyed your first week of produce of the fall season! The weather is finally cooling down and the leafy greens are loving it. We were lucky enough to get some pears for...