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2009 Promotional Events
Join the WNC Farmers Market throughout the year for special events and promotions. The schedule changes monthly depending on the availability of produce, herbs or other commodities commonly sold on the market, so keep checking the calendar for events the whole family can enjoy!.
With the convenience of being open year-round, 7 days a week, the WNC Farmers Market offers a selection of farm-fresh produce at the lowest prices in Western N.C. Our popular retail buildings, provide a selection of non-perishables, fruits, vegetables, crafts and more, are open daily from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. from April through October. Winter hours for the retail area are from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. starting in November and continuing through March.
Times and dates of promotional events are subject to change. In addition, new events are added during the year...check back regularly for the latest information!
March 2009 |
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4th Annual BBQ Cookoff & Bluegrass Jam
at the WNC Farmers Market
Friday, March 27, 2009 - 12 Noon - 8:00pm
Saturday, March 28, 2009 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
4th Annual BBQ flyer
Contact Brian Roberts at 253-1691 x 16 for more details.
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April 2009 |
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Saturday, April 12th & 26th, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the
public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides research-based information on home horticulture. Trained Volunteers are prepared to help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems. |
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"Growing in the Mountains" Plant Show,
sponsored by the Blue Ridge Hort Association
When: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, 25 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Truckshed #5, WNC Farmers Market
Certified nurseries will be selling their products to the public. |
May 2009 |
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20th Annual Spring Herb Festival
Largest Herb Festival in the Southeast
When: May 1th, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 2th, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, May 3th, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Over 55 herb businesses from North Carolina and Southeast with the largest selection of herb plants anywhere, herbs, books, soaps, herbal crafts, medicinal herbs, lotions, dried flowers, herbal baked goods, herbal gifts and much more. |
Saturday, May 9 & 23
Master Gardener Plant Clinic, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the
public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides research-based information on home horticulture. Trained Volunteers are preparedto help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems. |
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June 2009 |
Saturday, June 13 & 27
Master Gardener Plant Clinic, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the
public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides research-based information on home horticulture. Trained Volunteers are prepared to help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems. |
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July 2009 |
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Watermelon Day
Friday, July 17 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sweet, juicy melons…what could be better on a hot
summer day! Get a taste of fresh, locally grown
watermelons at the Watermelon Day and enjoy a little family fun.
Hosted by the WNC Farmers Market, the N.C. Watermelon Association, and the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Watermelon Day has activities to bring out the kid in all of us.
There will be free watermelon slices for all and drawings for free watermelons and prizes. To round out the day's events, there will be a watermelon seed-spitting contest and watermelon-eating contest for kids. And, if coaxed a little, the reigning N. C. Watermelon Queen will show how far she can spit a watermelon seed! |
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Saturday, July 11 & 25 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
July is time for taking plant cuttings for Azalea, boxwood, holly, camellia and other evergreen shrubs. Need advice? Come to the WNC Farmers Market to learn more....
The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the
public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides research-based information on home horticulture. Trained Volunteers are prepared to help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems. |
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August 2009 |
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Saturday, August 8 & 22: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Need help with gardening? Come to the WNC Farmers' Market for assistance...
The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides research-based information on home horticulture. Trained Volunteers are prepared to help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems.
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Tomato Tasting
Friday, August 14th, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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(Photos: courtesy of Sygenta include Carolina Gold and Mountain Spring) |
 Enjoy the pleasure of summer with firm, red, juicy garden fresh tomatoes. Whether you prefer them sliced thick on your favorite sandwich, chopped into canned soups for that homemade goodness or prefer to eat them fresh like you would an apple, a flavorful tomato is a real treat.
From Mr. Stripey to romas, the vendors at the WNC Farmers' Market have tomatoes to excite your taste buds! Come try out some of the most popular varieties of the season and tell us your favorites.ct identification and managing disease problems.
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September 2009 |
Master Gardener Plant Clinic
Saturday, September 12 & 26: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Need help with gardening? Come to the WNC Farmers' Market for assistance...
The NCSU Master Gardeners Program offers plant clinics to assist the public in diagnosing and solving gardening questions. All clinics are free, and the public is encouraged to bring samples from problem plants or insects that need to be diagnosed and/or identified. The Master Gardener Program provides research-based information on home horticulture. Trained Volunteers are prepared to help with advice on growing plants, insect identification and managing disease problems.
Apple Tasting
Friday, September 25th, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
This is the time of year local grown N.C. apples are in plentiful supply. Don't miss the opportunity to sample the many varieties available at the market. Located between Retail Buildings A&B |
October 2009 |
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Saturday, October 10
Master Gardener Clinic; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
One more opportunity to look at those difficult home horticulture situations and get expert advise from the NCSU Master Gardener Program. Volunteers will help you in identifying home horticulture pests, plant care and management of disease. |
November & December 2009 |
(Details to be finalized at a later date)
Christmas Tree Promotions |
Remember, all dates and events are subject to change. Check back frequently to confirm dates of events and the addition of more family oriented activities here at the WNC Farmers Market.
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