BannerBee Company is a family of third generation beekeepers with several of apiaries located in the Ag Reserve . Their local , hygienic stock of bees are antibiotic and chemical free and are placed on organic farms and estates through the Mid-Atlantic region for pollination and nectar variety . Their award-winning small batch raw and infused honeys , apitherapy products , handcrafted beeswax candles and honey-inspired body care can be found at local retailers , farmers ’ markets , or online for local pickup or shipping at bannerbees . com .
If you love watching illustrious clouds sweep above bucolic pastures , or floating lazily above romantic beaches ... or maybe the magic of a morning snowfall , then a visit to Claire Howard ’ s Art Gallery and working studio in historic Poolesville is a must . Her passion for painting the beauty that surrounds in beautiful hues and textures will bring windows of serenity and daydreaming to your home or office . She welcomes commissions to paint your personal favorite places , and is open by appointment every day . www . clairehoward . net
The Calleva Farm Store in downtown Poolesville has developed a loyal local following for its delicious farm-style bread , delivered fresh from the farm ovens at 11am every Wed-Sat . Add to that a tempting rotation of sweet treats , local milk , honey , eggs , meats & jams , handcrafted home goods , soaps , and books from local authors , and you ’ ll find this self-serve shop a delightful and quirky respite from the daily grind . Calleva ’ s unique collection of staples and gifts make this a worthy stop on any visit to the Ag Reserve . Open Wed-Sat , 11am-6pm , 19936 Fisher Ave . www . calleva . org
OPEN year Round
Thursday 12 pm - 6 pm Friday 12 pm - 6 pm Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
A collective of artists in and around the Ag Reserve
u Pasture Raised Beef , Pork , Chicken ( our farm ) u Goat meat ( Thistle Thickets Farm ) u Fresh Eggs , McCutcheon ’ s Products , BBQ Sauce ( Poolesville Pickers ) u Long Looked For Apple Butter ( Produced at Kingsbury ’ s Orchard ) u Hay ( square / round bales ), Straw ( square / round bales ), Deer Corn ( shelled corn ), Seasonal Produce , Seasonal Decorations , Hand Crafted Items , Goat Milk Soap ( Thistle Thickets Farm ) u Honey Effects Honey ( Joe Long ) u Home Baked Items
2021 Tours
Apr 14 ~ 16 • Oct 8 ~ 10 • Dec 3 ~ 5
Studios and galleries open 10-5pm each day
Now offering : MANURE REMOVAL and ROLL-OFF SERVICES BULK MULCH , LEAFGRO , SAWDUST
23035 Mt . Ephraim Rd , Dickerson , MD u 301-340-7111
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