Looking for a great way to give back and support our community?! Check out the Western Wake Farmer's Market in Morrisville! Every Saturday, April through October, the Western Wake Farmers Market is open from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. It is located on Morrisville Carpenter Rd. between Davis Dr. and Hwy. 55 in Carpenter Village.The Western Wake Farmer's market mission is for all people in the community to become educated about and benefit from locally grown food. Their aim is to help all walks of life, from the farmers to the local community members to those less fortunate who might need assistance through the local food bank.
Every week they have so much going on at the market! Next Saturday, July 17th they have 'Learning @ the Market' with Suzanne Tilton, Butterfly Lady . You'll learn about the life cycle of the butterfly, what to plant in your garden to attract butterflies and caterpillars, and the importance of butterflies in a healthy environment. You'll be able to see live butterfly eggs, caterpillars, chrysalises and adult Painted Lady butterflies on display. And you won't want to miss the live butterfly release at 11:30 a.m.! For more information you can check out her website http://www.butterflylady.com/
Not really sure what to expect at the Farmer's Market? Here's a great website with some tips and tricks to help guide you and help with your shopping list!!
http://localfoods.about.com/od/farmersmarkets/tp/Farmers--Market-Tips.htm
You can also visit http://westernwakefarmersmarket.org/Learn/ to find some great recipes to make with all your new yummy fruits and vegetables after your shopping trip!
So the next time you go to any of the grocery stores and you aren't impressed with their selection, make it a point to visit the Western Wake Farmer's Market! You'll be supporting our community and eating locally grown food. And of course, it's a great way to start your weekend!! :)For more information, check out
http://westernwakefarmersmarket.org/
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