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Double SNAP for 2021


Double SNAP will continue through 2021. Double SNAP is a one-to-one match on dollars spent through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, up to $20 per visit. For every dollar spent using SNAP/EBT, customers get twice the amount to buy fresh, healthy food from local farms and vendors. You can help support Double SNAP in 2021 by making a donation.

New Vendor- Jeffers Farms


We have a new vendor with the online market! Jeffers Farms has beef and sausage available. Check out their farm fresh beef and sausage. Buy Fresh. Buy Local.

COMING SOON


COMING SOON 

PHYSICAL MARKET TIME IS ALMOST HERE

ALL THE FRESH VEGETABLES 

WE HAVE ALL MISSED THIS WINTER

 

BUT FOR NOW

CHECK OUT WHAT OUR ONLINE VENDORS 

HAVE HERE FOR YOU.

Vendor Spotlight


I apologize that there hasn’t been a blog post in a few weeks. So I’ll do 2 vendor spotlights this week.

First, Welcome back to The Frazzled Flamingo! They rejoin us with some adorable kids and baby items, and machine embroidery.

Second, Our very own beekeepers, Cedar Ridge Farms.

They have a variety of local honey and honey products. Studies have shown that consuming local honey can help with seasonal allergies.

Vendor Spotlight- The Ole Farmhouse


This weeks Vendor Spotlight is on The Ole Farmhouse. They have Sourdough bread, mushrooms, jams and jellies, goat milk soaps, goat meat and hand poured ceramics.

       

Make sure you check them out!

Also check this out! National CSA week is February 21-27. Check with your favorite farmer and subscribe to their farm. It helps farmers and the community prepare for the growing season and getting some fresh produce etc for your family at the same time.

SNAP Survey Request


Survey Link: https://forms.gle/B9snrYnanY8CEhYC9

The Appalachian RC&D Council (ARCD) is looking for feedback from current SNAP recipients on a new Produce Prescription Program. ARCD is applying for a grant and hopes to launch the program in 2022. Participants must be current SNAP recipients and would receive monthly vouchers from participating healthcare providers for free fresh fruits and vegetables. Feedback from this survey will help us to craft an accessible program.

The survey should take about 10 minutes to fill out and we appreciate your time. Participants will have the option to enter into a drawing for a $25 gift card to Food City. The winner will be randomly selected and contacted by March 1st, 2021.

For questions or more information, please contact Alexis Close at alexis@arcd.org.

Vendor Spotlight- D&L Farm


D&L Farm, formerly known as D&L Hemp, will begin offering vegetables and herbs and, for a limited time various Hemp products. Once those are gone they’re gone. Make sure you check out all there great products while they last!

Welcome to February!


New Vendor Spotlight: McKinnon Woodcrafts by Vergil McKinnon


New to 2021 is McKinnon Woodcrafts. He and his daughter make unique wood items and quilled earrings. He uses different hardwoods and even combines multiple ones for beautiful effects. He loves to tell the stories behind his items and where he sources his materials. Some are made from repurposed barn materials! He gives new life to old wood that would otherwise be lost to the ravages of time.

He has wooden baskets, trivets, spoon holders, jewelry boxes, etc. As well as earrings made out of hardwood, geometric shapes, animal shapes etc. And they’ve just been added to the online market this week! Pictured below are just a few of his available items.

Get ready for Valentine's Day!


 

Now that we’re a little more than half way through January, it’s time to start thinking about gifts, goodies and baked goods for that special someone!

Whether it be sweets for your sweetie, like cupcakes, fudge, cookies, breads and cakes. Or personal gifts like handmade stuffed bears, crocheted gifts, body lotions, soaps, etc.

Our vendors have what you’re looking for.

Order early and don’t miss out! February 14th is just around the corner!

Happy New Year!


As our farmers, bakers, crafters and creators prepare for a new, and hopefully better year, we encourage everyone to explore our online market. Remember, it’s available year round!

Keep an eye out for new vendors in the coming weeks and if you know of any local farmers, or artisans that are interested in joining us, send them our way! We have plenty of room!