PROMOTIONAL EVENTS 2008
The Piedmont Triad Farmers Market is located in the center of a thriving metropolitan area.
We have found that a great number of people do not know very much about how produce is grown, or they do not know that there are several varieties of each commodity. To help introduce more people to the market, and to the farmers who actually farm for a living, we have several promotions during the year to bring attention to fresh fruits and vegetables that are "in season". Here is a list of activities planned for the next few months.
March
EASTER EGG HUNT :
Saturday, March 22, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market and l07.5 KZL for a fun-filled day of Easter
Egg activities for children ages two to nine. Lots of games, activities and prizes!
Bring your egg baskets and come early to register for the Egg Hunts. Event will be
held rain or shine. For more information please call 107.5 KZL at (336) 274-8042.
April
TRIAD'S LARGEST YARD SALE :
Saturday, APRIL 12, 6:00 a.m. - UNTIL
Been wanting to clean up the clutter inside your house, garage or attic but didn’t know what to do with it all. Well, the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, WSJS and WMFR has the perfect solution. Bring your yard sale items to the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market on April 12th and turn your clutter into cash!
GREENHOUSE VEGETABLE DAY :
FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Have you ever tasted how delicious a greenhouse tomato is? Come out to the Market and try one. A marketing specialist will be here slicing tomatoes and making sandwiches…and its all free!
TASTE CAROLINA WINE FESTIVAL :
SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sample the finest of North Carolina’s award-winning wines. Check out the craft/food vendors, grab some wine and enjoy.
May
CRAFT FAIR :
Friday -Sunday, May 2 - 4,
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. / Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Craftsmen from throughout the region will fill the Market with quality handmade and homemade crafts.
TRIAD COOK-OFF :
SATURDAY, MAY 10, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the NC Epilepsy Medication Fund Association including State C.A.S.I. (Chili Appreciation Society Incorporated). Championship Chili Contest includes arts, crafts, and silent auction. For more information please call Pat Gibson at 1-800-642-0500.
STRAWBERRY DAY :
FRIDAY, MAY 16, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Triad’s favorite fruit is now in season! Join us in celebrating the peak of the season. Recipe brochures and pick your own directories will be available and the NCDA&CS marketing specialist will be on hand to answer your strawberry related questions.
JUNE
TRIAD'S LARGEST YARD SALE :
Saturday, June 14, 6:00 a.m. - UNTIL
Been wanting to clean up the clutter inside your house, garage or attic but didn’t know what to do with it all. Well, the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, WSJS and WMFR has the perfect solution. Bring your yard sale items to the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market on April 12th and turn your clutter into cash!
WINGFEST '08
SATURDAY JUNE 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Local restaurants compete for the title of "Best Wings in the Triad." Live music, entertainment, food and fun for the entire family. Sponsored by The Arc of High Point. For more information call Teresa McKeon at
336-883-0650 ext.230
CRAWFISH DAY
SATURDAY JUNE 21, 10am - uintil
Sample one of North Carolina's tastiest aquatic commodities. Live crawfish as well as cooked. Supplies are limited so come early.
BLUEBERRY DAY
FRIDAY JUNE 27 11:00 - 1:00
Free blueberry ice cream and plenty of fresh, local blueberries.
DAIRY DAY :
SATURDAY JUNE 28, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
In celebration of June Dairy Month, the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, Guilford County Extension Service, and the 4-H Club will host “Dairy Day”. There will be an ice cream churn-off contest, educational exhibits, dairy cows, games and lots of goodies from SUDIA and ice cream to the first 300 to participate in a dairy/4-H quiz. Come on out and learn how important milk and milk products play in the health and quality of our life.
JULY
PEACH DAY :
Friday JULY 11, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sample several varieties of Farm Fresh peaches to determine your favorite, then stock up while they’re in season and plentiful. A marketing specialist will be on hand with peach related brochures.
AUGUST
GENERAL GREENE CAR SHOW :
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
A large collection of antique cars will be on display for collectors and others to admire and enjoy. Admission is free to the public.
WATERMELON DAY :
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free samples of farm fresh North Carolina watermelon for everyone.
SEPTEMBER
APPLE DAY :
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
* Please note Apple Day has been changed from Sept. 27th to Sept. 19th
Sample several varieties of North Carolina apples to determine your favorite, then Stock up while they’re in season and plentiful.
OCTOBER
FALL CRAFT FAIR :
Friday -Sunday, OCTOBER 10 - 12,
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. / Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Craftsmen from throughout the region will be at the Market with quality handmade and homemade crafts. If you wish to participate in the Craft Fair please contact Tom Skiba (336-993-7097)
93.1 The Wolf's Pumpkin Party
Saturday, October 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Pumpkin races for adults, decorating contests for kids and adults, pie eating contest, face painting and a variety of events for kids. Games and prizes. Call 336-605-5200 for more details
DECEMBER
WINTER CRAFT FAIR
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 & 7,
SATURDAY 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / SUNDAY 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Craftsmen from throughout the region will be at the Market with quality handmade and homemade crafts.
If you wish to participate in the Craft Fair please contact Tom Skiba (336-993-7097)
* All events and times are subject to change.
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