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The Davidson Farmer's Market
~ Open this Saturday ~
Saturday, March 10, 2012, 9 a.m.-noon |
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The DFM booth is located at the heart of the Market - stop by to buy a t-shirt, magnet or to ask a question!
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Help the Market - Volunteer
Volunteering at the Market is fun!
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The Bailey Middle School Garden Club
Garden Club is making progress, thanks to Bailey dad, Ed Matthews, of Davidson. Matthews installed four raised beds with dividers so each club member may plant and tend two squares.
The DFM is bringing local food education to Bailey Middle School with help from Davidson Students, DFM farmers, Bailey parents and supportive staff.
Kids are writing grants, composting, pulling weeds, planting, making signs and having fun.
It's looking good. The kids will harvest before summer break in June! |
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This Week at the Davidson Farmer's Market! | |
The Market is back tomorrow! Bring your kids, friends and shopping bags. Coming to the Market is a great way to start your Saturday morning and give your kids a taste of what comes from local, mother earth.
It's that time of year to ask the DFM farmers some home gardening questions. What should I plant now? What can I direct-seed? Do you have soil suggestions? When should I plant my summer crops? What if I don't have a raised garden bed? What if I don't have full sun? What if I've never planted a food garden? The farmers are always thinking, preparing and planting. They love sharing this with you - their customers! It's very simple...just ask.
We are only four weeks away from the Market being back in full-swing, every Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon. Be sure to mark your calendars for the first official day of the 2012 season, Sat., April 7.
The 2012 season will feature a handful of new vendors and our steady, existing vendors; bringing you their very best. Chef demos, music, Growing Kids Club, community partners, educational events and special food events will make this season a community adventure!
When the spring Market kicks-in, volunteers will be in high demand. If you enjoy an early morning cup of Joe, camaraderie with community folks, rubbing elbows with farmers and vendors, the feeling of accomplishment and appreciation, some laughs and learning - volunteering at the Market is for you! Contact the market manager if you'd like to be a part of the Market family. Everyone is welcome!
A wonderful day it will be ~ see you at the Market, |
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Market Schedule | |
March 24, 9 a.m. to noon
April 7 - New Season Kick-off, 8 a.m. to noon
The Market will be open every Saturday April through October, 8 a.m. to noon |
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Market Eggs - 411
By Katie Lovett, Davidson College |
When it comes to egg laying season, things seem to slow down in the winter months. As the cold weather settles in, some farmers and consumers notice fewer eggs going to market. What explains this annual trend and how does it affect the vendors selling at the Davidson Farmer's Market? Read on. |
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Gardening Class at CPCC | |
Register now for a spring food gardening class offered at CPCC. Space is limited and offered to beginners and seasoned gardners.
This is a hands-on gardening experience.
More info and register here. |
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WOW at Market | |
WOW will be back at Market tomorrow from 9 -11 a.m. Come by the WOW booth - study the clouds, learn and have fun too! Bring the kids and let them experience the World of Wonder. |
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Lunch and Learn
Meet. Eat. Grow | |
Join this gardening series (offered twice a month, March - May), Lunch & Learn, with Mecklenburg Extension Master Gardeners and County Extension Agents. Free registration and free parking.
Register here.
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Fresh at the Market this Week | |
You may expect the Davidson Farmer's Market to be stocked with local, fresh produce, meats, fish, pasta, cheeses, artisan breads and sweets, prepared foods, ready-to-eat foods, honey, dog treats, lavender, soaps and more!
This week's Market Offerings right here!
If you need additional contact information or have questions
contact the manager here or call 704.400.0880.
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Thank you DFM Sponsors
DavidsonNews.net, Media Sponsor
Wooden Stone Gallery, Flatiron Kitchen & Taphouse, Mi-Connection
5th/3rd Bank (office space); Baybridge Management, Inc.; Bragg Financial; Brenda Pressley, CPA, PA; Campania Cafe; 'Cats on Main; Cocoon Salon; Davidson Chocolate Company; Davidson Family Medicine; Davidson Lands Conservancy; Davidson Village Inn; Downtown Davidson Inc.; Edmond Morgan Massage School; Home Carolina; Ingersoll Rand; JJ Wade Agency; John Marshall Custom Homes; Know Your Farms; Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce; Lake Norman Realty; Lake Norman Embroidery and Screen Printing; Lake Norman YMCA; Little Fish Marketing; Main Street Books; Mayes| Wilson & Associates, LLC; McIntosh Law Firm; North Carolina Medical Specialists; Our Town Cinemas; PiEs - Project for Innovation, Energy and Sustainability; PostNet Davidson; Prudential Carolinas/Mary Lib Richards and Julie Lopez; Robinson, Bradshaw and Humphrey; Sandy and Rex Kragh and Family; Smarthinking PR; The Cycle Path; The Stewart Group; The Village Store; Town of Davidson (market site and storage); and Triple Play Farm. |
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