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Pumpkin Patch at the Portsmouth, NH First United Methodist Church

By Judy Tuscano

Real Estate Agent with Prudential Verani Realty

October 08, 2008 12:43 PM

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We took a Sunday drive up the coast of New Hampshire and stopped in at the Pumpkin Patch to check out what they had to offer.

The signs indicated fresh homemade pies, baked goods, fall decorations, gourds of differing sizes and shapes and of course pumpkins. These are not just your usual pumpkins though - these pumpkins are grown and shipped to New Hampshire from the Navajo Nation in New Mexico.

The proceeds from the sale of the pumpkins are split between the Portsmouth First United Methodist Church and the Navajo Indians.

There are pumpkins of all sizes and shapes so bring the kids down to the Pumpkin Patch on 129 Miller Ave in Portsmouth, NH to choose one for each member of your family.

I'm told that because the pumpkins are grown in the dry New Mexico climate they last longer. Even so, once you cut them they begin to deterioriate so you'll need to use either a commercial preservative on your jack-o-lantern or you can make your own.

You'll need 2 tbs vinegar, 1 tsp. lemon juice, 1 quart of water - mix and brush over carved surfaces.

The First United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5p.m. on Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. For a full schedule of events, see www.fumcportsmouth.net.

Judy Tuscano, REALTOR

Your NH Real Estate Professional

Prudential Verani Realty

603-498-2263 cell phone

jude1220@yahoo.com

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell property in New Hampshire please give me a call to help guide you through the process.

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Monika McGillicuddy

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty - Hampstead, NH

Southern NH & the Seacoast Area

Now that is a lot of pumpkins. I just love this time of year, all the fall colors, decorations just make me feel so good.

Jay and I took a trip through Vermont today. I got some awesome fall photos...especially up in Stowe.

Oct 08, 2008 01:11 PM

Ann Cummings

RE/MAX Shoreline - NH and Maine - Portsmouth, NH

Portsmouth NH Real Estate Preferrable Agent

That is right up the street from my home, and it's fun to drive or walk by and see all those pumpkins. They've been doing their Pumpkin Patch for years. I did a post on this same thing last year and had fun taking pictures of it. I walked by there tonight as a matter of fact.

Ann

Oct 08, 2008 01:16 PM

Marchel Peterson

Results Realty - Spring, TX

Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro

I'm with Monika; that's a lot of pumpkins!! I'll be honest pumpkin is not my favorite but my daughter loves ANYTHING pumkin so I always have to make those pumpkin pies.

Judy Tuscano

Prudential Verani Realty - Nottingham, NH

NH Real Estate Professional

Moni - I love to go to places like this. The fall colors and the crisp air make me feel so good.

Ann - Have you ever bought one of their pies? There was only one when we were there but I guess Tuesday is the day for pies. I hope you enjoyed your walk. You live in a lovely neighborhood.

Marchel - I bake pumpkin pies for Thanksgiving but that's it. I like it but one piece is enough.

Oct 08, 2008 01:36 PM

Cyndee Haydon

Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL

727-710-8035 Clearwater, Beach Short Sales Luxury Condos &Homes

Judy - oh you've made me crave "fall color" - one thing we don't have here in Clearwater. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts on my blog ;) and I was struck by the fact that we are both husband and wive teams - however we've only been married 22 years so far and going strong :)

Oct 08, 2008 02:48 PM

Cyndee - thanks for stopping by to check out my blog - our team has been married for 39 years now. Congratulations for finding a way to make it work - I know it is not always easy.

Oct 09, 2008 02:14 AM

Hi Judy - I haven't tried any of their pies, not really a pie person. But I will tell you they have people waiting in the mornings for their homemade goodies each day. And they've been doing this Pumpkin Patch and the goodies for years now, so judging from the people waiting on those mornings for their pies, baked goods, etc., I'd say they must be good. I know the food at their craft fairs is always yummy - I assume it's the same people doing the cooking for this event, too.

My neighborhood is quite pretty - thanks!
Ann

Oct 09, 2008 12:20 PM

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