-Information courtesy Tracy Madigan, Market Manager, Vance County Regional Farmers Market
This is Father’s Day weekend. What better time to visit the VCRFM and stock up on all of Dad’s favorites to spoil him on his special day? Begin his Father’s Day with a breakfast of bacon, eggs, sausage and fried green tomatoes from your farmers market. Add some honey or his favorite jam for his toast or biscuits and don’t forget to get some peaches to make his morning complete.
Go ahead and stock up on the many summer vegetables now at the market. Pick out some bone-in-ribeyes, potatoes, and onions. Throw them all on the grill for a special and delicious Father’s Day dinner. Add some BFV wine to your evening meal and toast dad on his day.
Still haven’t found him a gift? Check out the James Stevenson exhibit at the market this weekend. You are bound to find a picture of a local site that resonates with your father – truly a unique and special gift just for dad!
James Stevenson Day at the Market
VCRFM Classroom Saturday, June 16, 2018
Many of you remember Jim Stevenson, local architect, artist, avid sailor and VCRFM vendor. Jim died last fall, but his memory lives on in his numerous paintings and prints. Jim’s watercolors, charcoals, and pen & ink depictions of Henderson’s historic churches, buildings, schools, and lake scenes will be available for purchase June 16th at the farmers market.
In this tribute to Jim, you will also find renditions of our North Carolina coast, wildlife, ships, boats and of course, his beloved Beneteau either moored along the NC coast or sailing the oceans and sounds of our state. Additionally, Jim was a traveler. Expect to find tableaus of famous European sites as well as bucolic countryside scenes. Do not miss this rare opportunity to enhance your art collection with some of James’ work.
Guardian ad Litem at the Market Saturday, June 16, 2018
Each year more than half a million children suffer abuse or neglect, often resulting in the need for court intervention. A Guardian ad Litem volunteer is the eyes and ears for a judge and is the person who tells the child’s story to the court. These volunteers are needed to help judges make decisions regarding the best interest of each child. A volunteer’s advocacy ensures that children have a safe, permanent home and the appropriate care and services to lead a healthy, successful life. Stop by the Guardian ad Litem booth at the farmers market this weekend and find out more about how you may be able to help do what is best for our children.
Peak Season Kickoff Saturday, June 30, 2018
The market is getting into full swing with fresh local fruits and vegetables. Celebrate with us June 30 for our Peak Season Kickoff!
Seasonal Recipes
Not sure what to do with all the fresh produce you find at the market? No worries – we have suggestions and recipes for you to try! Want to share one of your favorite recipes? Bring it to the market – we’d love to try it and let others know about it.
You Make A Difference
The Farmer Foodshare/Donation Station booth at our market collects donations weekly and we have the best customers! You always remember to donate. Thank you. The money collected is used to purchase produce not sold at the market that day, then donated to Area Christians Together in Service (ACTS). ACTS uses the produce to feed our less fortunate members of society and for the Meals-On-Wheels shut-in recipients.
Anticipated Vendors – June 16th:
Adcock Farm – canned goods, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers & honey
Faulkner Family Farms– meat – pork
Guardian ad Litem – advocacy information booth for abused or neglected area children
Harvey Hills Farm– flowers, plants & herbs
Honeyberry Hill Farm – squash and zucchini
Imperial Stitching– hand-sewn placemats, mug rugs, burp cloths, lap blankets & more
Jerri’s Things – hand sewn and crocheted items
Master Gardeners – answering your planting, growing and gardening questions
O’Relly’s Curry Q Sauce Co. – Caribbean Jerk Sauce, brown sauce, and honey
James Stevenson Memorial Booth – original watercolors, charcoals & prints
Stonebridge Farm – guinea eggs, garlic, fingerling potatoes, gold new potatoes, rhubarb, & swiss chard
Woodwick Designs – scented soy wax candles & melts, bath & shower Melts, wood burned art.(This is not a paid advertisement)