Tecolote Farms

Tucked into the industrio-residential landscape, a single field opens behind the historic farmhouse - flowers dotting one edge, Miss Ethel's Hen House off to the side, and a sea of greens quietly collecting sunlight to feed their delicious offspring. The vegetable stand is open 9-1 Wed. and 9-2 Sat.

takes the humdrum out of "farm tour" with two October Farm Camps: Farmer for a Day for ages 6-14, and Farm Camp for Adults. The adult camp promises coverage of all aspects of running a five-acre farm, including irrigation, composting, livestock management, plant selection, drought management and resource sharing. Held on Second Sundays from 9am to 1pm.

This locally sourced grocer and cafe is drawing a lot of new fans. Try their Raw Bar for their fresh oysters, or go with their daily specials for ingredients in season.