Southern Village Marketplace

Learn about Farmer Foodshare and how you can help

event-mgr — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:58:30 +0000

Every Thursday, from 3:30-6:30pm at the Southern Village Farmers Market

Get acquainted with this non-profit organization that provides farm fresh produce to hungry families in our community. Farmer Foodshare raises funds and donations of fresh food for those at risk for hunger or malnutrition, while supporting the farmers at our Market. They simply connect people who grow food with people who need food, in ways that are financially sustainable for everyone.

Farmer Foodshare sets up a Donation Station every week at our Farmers Market, and gathers donations of food and cash to help feed food-insecure people. You can help support these efforts in one of three ways:
1. Donate produce–buy a little bit more than you need, then donate the extra.
2. Donate cash–a few pennies, one dollar, $20–you decide, and your donation will then be spent by Farmer Foodshare volunteers to buy produce from our farmers.
3. Volunteer–help staff the Donation Station–talk to the public about the program, collect food & cash donations, and purchase produce using the donated dollars, all while having fun with otherMarket volunteers.

FIND THE DONATION STATION EACH WEEK FROM 3:30-6:30PM AT ITS REGULAR PICNIC TABLE ON ABERDEEN
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3:30 – 6:30pm every thursday at the Southern Village Farmers Market

1. Donate produce–buy a little bit more than you need, then donate the extra.

2. Donate cash–a few pennies, one dollar, $20–you decide, and your donation will then be spent by Farmer Foodshare volunteers to buy produce from our farmers.

3. Volunteer–help staff the Donation Station–talk to the public about the program, collect food & cash donations, and purchase produce using the donated dollars, all while having fun with other volunteers.

FIND THE DONATION STATION EACH WEEK AT ITS REGULAR PICNIC TABLE ON ABERDEEN DRIVE

Strawberries at the Market – maybe the final week

event-mgr — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:27:03 +0000

This may be the last of the Strawberries, so be sure to come by the Market today for this fleeting springtime treat. Enjoy a free sample of our ‘Joyful Cooks’ recipe of the week, Kale & Strawberry Salad, buy the ingredients at the Market, and try it yourself, using our recipe:

KALE & STRAWBERRY SALAD
1 Bunch Kale, stalks & ribs removed, leaves thinly sliced*
1 Lemon, juiced
¼ Cup Olive Oil, plus extra for drizzling
Kosher Salt, to taste
2 teaspoons Honey
Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
1 Cup Sliced Strawberries*
Small Handful Toasted Sliced Almonds

Directions:
In large serving bowl, add the kale, half of lemon juice, a drizzle of oil, and a little bit of salt. Massage until the kale begins to wilt, 2-3 minutes (Don’t skip this step.) Set aside while you make the dressing.

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining lemon juice, honey & black pepper. Stream in the olive oil while whisking until dressing emulsifies.

Pour dressing over the kale, add the strawberries & almonds, toss & serve.

SUBSTITUTIONS: Can add or substitute fresh spinach, blueberries.

This week, we’ll have the first of the spring peaches! Shopalso for cakes & scones, shrimp, fish, beef, pork, eggs, fresh-made crepes, strawberries,the first of the tomato crop, salad greens, kale, chard & other greens, sugar snap peas, English peas, beets, broccoli, cauliflower, potatoes, squash, cukes, herbs, onions, floral bouquets, lavender products, beer & more!

Find the following vendors at the Market this week:

Big Bundts & More (R)

Brinkley Farms (R)

Carolina Brewery Selling cans and growlers of their popular, locally-brewed beers in many of their signature brews (N)

Cates Corner Farm Strawberries, the first of the 2012 tomatoes, greens & other veggies, farm-raised tilapia (R)

Eco Farm Strawberries, veggies, flowers, mushrooms (R)

Johnson’s Peaches-Fresh Peaches from Montgomery County, NC

Laurent Lavender Farm–Fresh lavender, dried lavender, lavender plants & hand-made gifts (N)

Lookout Seafood–“Captain” Phil Campbell with Shrimp, Flounder and some surprises from the N.C. coast (R)

McAdams Farm (R) Strawberries, Flowers, Tomatoes, Veggies

Parlez Vous Crepe (R) Delicious hot crepes to enjoy immediately

RambleRill Farm Veggies, small fruit & mushrooms (R)

Rocky Run Farm All types of veggies & herbs (N)

This and That Jam–jams & preserves made from fresh local produce, plus canning workshops (N)

Valley View Farm (Beef) (R)

Snap Fitness announces special deals on Hot Yoga

event-mgr — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:44:02 +0000

In celebration of Mothers Day, Snap Fitness in Southern Village wants to reward all moms with FREE ADMISSION to its Sunday Hot Yoga class at 4pm. Rest up after your Sunday Brunch, and then come over for a stimulating and relaxing workout, all for free!

Also, on Monday, May 14th Snap Fitness will be offering an almost unbelievable deal on Living Social. For just $21 (an 87% saving) you can purchase their 14-day Fat-Inferno Program, which gives you 2 weeks of unlimited Boot Camp and Hot Yoga Classes, plus a one-month membership, and more features all designed to help you get in shape for the summer. Be sure to check it out on Monday, May 14th.

Stop in at 300 Market Street, or call them at 919.942.7700 with questions.

Music Maker ‘Roots and Leaves’ Friday Night Music Before the Movies Series

event-mgr — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:29:33 +0000

In this fourth and final installment of the Music Maker Relief Organization Friday Night ‘Roots and Leaves’ Music Before the Movies series, listen to ‘Native Threads’, featuring Pura Fe’ Trio, Cary Morin and Lakota John Locklear.

FREE EVENT

Music Maker ‘Roots and Leaves’ Friday Night Music Before the Movies Series

event-mgr — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:55:12 +0000

In this 3rd concert in the Music Maker Relief Organization ‘Roots and Leaves’ Music Before the Movies Series, the evening will feature ‘Sisters of the South’ with performances by Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen and Essie Mae Brooks. The concerts will continue through June 29th.

FREE EVENT

Music Maker ‘Roots and Leaves’ Friday Night Music Series Before the Movies

event-mgr — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:52:20 +0000

In this second concert of the Friday Night Before the Movies Series, Music Maker Relief Organization presents ‘Heart Strings’, featuring Kelly & The Cowboys and Boo Hanks. The Friday series will continue through June 29th.

FREE EVENT

Music Maker ‘Roots and Leaves’ Friday Night Music Series Before the Movies

event-mgr — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:49:36 +0000

In the first of four Friday concerts before the outdoor movies, Music Maker Relief Organization presents ‘My South My Blues’ with performers Cool John Ferguson, Captain Luke & John Dee Holeman. Join us for an evening of fantastic traditional blues music!

The series will continue with weekly Friday concerts through June 29th.

FREE EVENT

‘Sundays at Six’ Music Series presents a double bill

event-mgr — Tue, 08 May 2012 18:13:08 +0000

Enjoy two acts of music this evening, starting at 6pm. Start the evening with Jeff Hart & The Ruins, playing their unique brand of Americana and Indie Pop music. Stay for the terrific Acoustic Folk music of Quiet The Voices.

Bring a picnic or get takeout from one of our local restaurants.

FREE EVENT

CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN: ‘Sundays at Six’ Music Series presents Stan Lewis & The Rockin’ Revelers

event-mgr — Tue, 08 May 2012 18:10:00 +0000

Help Mom celebrate her day with a free concert on the Village Green. Enjoy the Roots Rock & Roll and Classic Country sounds of ‘Stan Lewis & The Rockin’ Revelers’. Joining Stan Lewis will be John Worthington, Mike Covington and Lanelle Davis.

Bring a picnic or get takeout from one of our local food establishments, and treat your mom (and yourself) to a nice cold beverage on sale from the Carolina Brewery Brew Van.

FREE EVENT

Find Mothers Day Flowers, Gifts & Menu Ideas at this week’s Farmers Market

event-mgr — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:21:22 +0000

Last week’s Market was a lively event. We were happy to see so many of our customers from last year, plus some new faces. We welcomed back many vendors from last year, plus a few new ones, and were offered a dazzling array of fresh produce, including succulent strawberries.

This week, you’ll find lots of Mothers Day gifts from Laurent Lavender, selling fragrant & soothing dried lavender products, and from Swanfire Farm, selling goats milk soaps & body care products, plus jewelry and art glass. Be sure to pick up a stunning floral bouquet from McAdams Farm or Eco Farm, plus find all of the ingredients you need for a Mothers Day brunch (eggs, sausage, strawberries, scones & more) or dinner (fresh pasta, pizza dough, salad ingredients, cakes, brownies & more)

Come to the market to find Strawberries, Sugar Snap Peas, Lettuces & Mixed Greens, Summer Squash, Swiss Chard, Kale, Herbs, Turnips, Radishes, Tatsoi, Spinach, Bok Choy, Brocolli, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Beets, Garlic, Eggs, Pork & Beef Products, Farm-Raised Tilapia Collards, Pasta, Cakes & Scones, Hand-Crafted Goats Milk Soap, Floral Bouquets, Lavender Products, Beer, Crepes, and some surprises. The following vendors will be at the Market this week:

Big Bundts & More Fresh baked bundt cakes, brownie bundt bites & scones(R)

Carolina Brewery selling cans & growlers (N)

Cates Corner Farm Strawberries, veggies, farm-raised tilapia, pumpkins and pumpkin painting in season (R)

Eco Farm Strawberries, veggies, flowers, mushrooms (R)

Hillsborough Cheese Company (R)

Laurent Lavender Farm–Fresh lavender, dried lavender, lavender plants & hand-made gifts (N)

Lookout Seafood–“Captain” Phil Campbell will bring in Shrimp, Flounder and some surprises (including a new, bright green truck) from the N.C. coast (R)

McAdams Farm (R) Strawberries, Floral Bouquets and a wide array of Lettuces and other Veggies

Parlez Vous Crepe (R) Delicious hot crepes to enjoy immediately. This will be Jody’s first day back at the Market this year, and she’ll be featuring the May Crepe of the Month, hickory-smoked ham or tofurky deli slices, local baby chard and homi zi (a spicy Asian green), Swiss cheese, and homemade honey-mustard sauce.

Porcino of Carrboro Fresh Pasta. This will be the first day at Market for the Porcino ladies. (N)

RambleRill Farm Veggies, small fruit & mushrooms (R)

Rocky Run Farm All types of veggies & herbs (N)

Swanfire Farm All natural, hand-crafted goats milk soaps & shampoo bars, art glass & other hand-crafted items (R)

Sweet Cedar Farm Eggs from free range chickens (R)

(R) is a vendor returning from previous years, (N) is a new vendor this year.

In addition to great produce, farm products, crafts & fresh crepes, remember to visit us for Farmer Foodshare, KidsZone and our Master Gardener table. Our ‘Joyful Cook’ will present Strawberry Water, a refreshing strawberry beverage also known as Agua de Frutas. Here’s the recipe, if you want to try this at home:

AGUA DE FRUTAS
Ingredients
4 cups strawberries, sliced*
1 cup white sugar
8 cups cold water
1 lime, cut into 8 wedges (optional)
8 fresh mint sprigs* (optional)

* Available at Farmers Market

Directions
1. In a medium bowl, mix together sliced strawberries, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
2. Remove strawberry mixture from refrigerator and pour into a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Pour blended berry mixture through a wire mesh strainer set over a large mixing bowl; discard pulp and seeds.
3. Add the remaining 7 cups cold water to the pureed strawberries and mix well. Place the Aqua de Fruta in the refrigerator to chill for several hours or pour over ice and serve immediately. Garnish with lime slices or mint leaves.