SARATOGA SPRINGS —Pitney Meadows Community Farm is hosting two events this weekend: Movie Night on Friday, August 19 and a Pick-Your-Own event Saturday, August 20.

Movie Night featuring “Kiss the Ground” will take place Friday from 8 – 10 p.m. at Pitney Meadows. The documentary “Kiss the Ground” focuses on the connections between land use, soil degradation, and the ongoing climate crisis. 

Executive Director Lynn Trizna & Education Director Sarah Miles will speak about Pitney Meadows’ production methods and what is being done at the farm to support environmental sustainability and community resilience, as well as how you can be a part of their efforts. You may bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverage if desired. Please register online at: pitneymeadowscommunityfarm.org. Cost is $25. 

A public Pick-Your-Own will take place Saturday from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Join farm crew member, Matt Doherty, for a curated harvesting experience with tips on using tools to harvest, insights into the growing season and context for what you see happening in the field. 

The Pick-Your-Own program is $10 for CSA members and $40 for non-CSA members (includes $30 harvest share). Harvest tools are provided. Register online at pitneymeadowscommunityfarm.org. 

Pitney Meadows Community Farm is locared at 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs.