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Dickinson College Farm Works

Hungry? Stop by Farm Works! 

Farm Works is a low-waste farm store and cafe serving fresh, healthy food to the Dickinson College and Carlisle Communities. We sell fresh, gluten-free, and vegan salads, soups, sides, and desserts all made with Dickinson College Farm produce or local farms whenever possible! Be sure to check out this week's menu below. 

In addition to our menu items, we also sell Dickinson College Farm produce, canned goods, frozen foods, sustainable home and body products, and grass-fed beef. Check out our online store!

Come visit us at 169 West High Street, Carlisle! (Beside Denny Hall and across the street from the Bosler Library)

Academic Year Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11am-2pm

Summer Hours: Thursday through Saturday, 11am-2pm

We are open to the public!

  • Acceptable forms of payment include cash, credit card and Dickinson declining balance.
  • Students: Use your meal plan at Farm Works! We accept Flex (five points) or Any 15 or 21 (one swipe).
  • Flex meal plan points, Devil Dollars, and Declining Balance can be used for additional food item purchases including canned goods, jerky, and fresh ferments. 

Zero Waste 

Farm Works is a zero-waste operation, which means our to-go packaging is fully compostable and we don’t use any non-reusable packaging. 

Need a container? We have T-shirt bags, reusable totes, Mason jars and mugs available for purchase. 


We're on Social Media!

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the latest Farm Works news and updates!

Instagram: @farm_works

Facebook: @dsonfarmworks


Menu August 31 thru September 6!

Welcome to Fall Semester 2026!



SALAD of the WEEK:  

Cilantro Ranch Bean

A southwest medley of roasted corn, squash, chickpeas and beans paired with a cilantro-based ranch dressing. NF

*DRESSING CONTAINS COCONUT YOGURT*



SOUPS:

MONDAY: Tomato Gazpacho

Cool pureed tomatoes, cucumbers and red bell peppers, topped off with GF croutons and basil. NF


TUESDAY: Rustic Potato Curry

An all-time favorite of potatoes, caramelized onions, greens and curry broth. NF


WEDNESDAY: Moroccan Chickpea & Carrot

\Hearty chickpeas, carrots and warm spices add up to this comforting soup. NF


THURSDAY: Red Bean Chili

Red beans burst with delicious smoky spices and millet to add extra heft. NF


FRIDAY: Cuban Black Bean

A hearty black bean soup with onions, garlic, carrots, red peppers, and celery. NF



HOT SIDES:

WEDNESDAY: Vegetable Chimichurri Empanada

Roasted summer squash, zucchini, caramelized onions and corn in a chimichurri sauce paired with half soup, half salad or grab-n-go side!


FRIDAY: Potato Balls

These crispy potato balls are golden on the outside, soft on the inside paired with half soup, half salad or grab-n-go side!



GRAB-N-GO:

Millet Tabbouleh

This gluten-free tabbouleh uses millet with all the other traditional tabbouleh ingredients. A delicious herb filled lemony side dish! NF


Vegetable & White Bean Medley

Fresh zucchini, summer squash, cherry tomatoes, white beans, olives and mint in a savory white wine vinaigrette. NF



SWEET TREATS:

A rotating selection of 'a la carte' baked treats during the week!



Saturday: Pancakes with strawberry compote

Stack of three Gluten Free Buckwheat pancakes w/optional fruit topping NF



Sunday: Breakfast Muffin

Carrot Cake Muffins with Chai Tea and Oat Milk. NF



Farm Works Ice Pops

An assortment of seasonal (and delicious) popsicles!



More Ways to Get Your Farm Fresh Fix

More Ways to Get Your Farm Fresh Fix

Shop anytime through our online store!

Let Us Know How We Did!

Let Us Know How We Did!

As we strive to perfect our creations, your feedback is critical. All survey participants will be entered in a weekly drawing for a complimentary lunch at Farm Works.


Dickinson College Farm Works Products


Fresh College Farm Produce

Fresh College Farm Produce

Harvested just 6 miles from campus, try Dickinson College Farm organic produce! Visit our Farm Works website to pre-order produce for pick-up or visit the on-site farm store at 553 Park Drive in Boiling Springs, PA. Selection will range based on what's in season.

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Canned Goods & Refrigerated Items

Canned Goods & Refrigerated Items

From sauce and salsa to hummus and eggs, Farm Works offers a rotating selection of tasty treats. Available for purchase online or in-store!

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Custom Products

Custom Products

Whether you're looking for some Farm Works swag, a reusable tote bag, or organic home and body products, we've got you covered! Available for purchase both in-store and online.

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Photo Gallery

Read a news article about the launch of Farm Works, and view photos below by college photographer Dan Loh. Follow @farm_works on Instagram for the latest!



Only six miles stand between our farm and your mouth. 

Founded in 2007, the Dickinson College Farm is an 80-acre, USDA-certified organic farm and a living laboratory where students gain distinctive, hands-on learning experiences.

Learn more on the College Farm website, and visit the farm Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a self-guided tour.

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Dickinson College Farm Works: A True Collaboration

They say many hands make light work, and while the launch of the Dickinson College Farm Works was anything but light, it was a labor of love to which an eclectic array of people contributed. With gratitude to the following entities for providing their time, talents and treasures: 

  • Bedford Street Antiques  
  • Dickinson College Farm 
  • Department of Theatre & Dance 
  • Facilities Management 
  • Office of Marketing & Communications 
  • Office of the President 
  • The Mural Team (Dan Bennett, Amanda Chilton, Amanda DeLorenzo and Kurt Smith)