Saturday, March 27 // Gear Up to Garden

GROW YOUR OWN at Cobblestone is a garden lover's resource for edible plant starts (herbs, veggies and fruit), familiar and unusual perennials and annuals, nursery stock, shrubs and trees. Plus, experienced growers are onsite not only with their sustainably grown products but also with sage advice and information for new and seasoned gardeners. GROW YOUR OWN is your go to for all things GREEN at the Market and for access to growers across our Piedmont region!

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Saturday, March 20 // GROW YOUR OWN

Plant Planning Continues at Cobblestone! We welcome Tracy Lounsbury of the Philosopher's Physic Garden to market this weekend! He is bringing Goji Berry, Black Elderberry, Chilean Wine Berry, Red and Black Chokeberry, Schisandra, Gardenia, Oak Leaf Hydrangea, Bay Laurel, Agastache Blue Boa, Leucanthemum Victorian Secret, Artemisia, Powis Castle, Solidago Rugosa Fireworks, Japanese Anemone, Lavender Phlox, Bee Balm, Oregano, Thyme, Rosemary and Feverfew. PLUS: vegetable transplants and bagged compost are onsite again!

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Saturday, March 13 // Spring Plant Planning

Cobblestone Vendors are gearing up to get you the goods - per usual! Head to Market to pick-up your sustainably grown produce transplants and perennials as well as bagged compost from Gallins' Family Farm! Plus, in the coming weeks, community partners will be onsite with a wealth of plant and garden knowledge to share and the plant start selection will only deepen from here on!

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Saturday, March 6 // Spring in the Air

In 2 Weeks we'll officially welcome the First Day of Spring. Only 1 Week Until we Spring Forward with Daylight Savings Time. But Spring is in the Air THIS WEEK and NOW is the time to start thinking about prepping your garden beds, boxes and more! We're excited to announce that this year - within our theme of Together We Grow - Cobblestone will be expanding the depth and breadth of resources and supplies available at Market to "Grow Your Own" garden at home!

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Saturday, February 27 // Smashed Turnips

We know turnips aren't super mainstream - maybe you only see them pop up around the holidays - but this nutrient rich root veggie is super versatile and we love to whip them up like we would our taters! Check out the delicious Parmesean Crusted Smashed Turnips recipe in this week’s newsletter to wet your palate and remind you how truly delicious the little gems are! REMINDER: this Saturday is the final week for our additional match in Bonus Bucks! Any SNAP/EBT recipient who withdraws $10 (or more) to spend at Market will receive and EXTRA $15 in Market tokens to spend on fresh food! Spread the word!

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Saturday, February 20 // Winter Roots Shine

Can you say ROOT-ATOUILLE? The beautiful AND delicious French inspired dish (ratatouille) is super versatile so you can enjoy it different ways year round…read on for a take using your winter root veggies! Not to be missed THIS weekend, Forsyth Seafood is back onsite with their food truck FULL o’ brunch bites…AND…The Humble Bee Shoppe joins us for the FIRST TIME set-up onsite - we’re drooling and dreaming about what she’ll bring, look for the pink tent!

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Saturday, February 13 // Pairings for Sharing

Calling all Galentines & Valentines! Mother Nature is ensuring that we have a cozy weekend so let's get crackin' on plans for some special DELIGHTS to share with friends, family or that special someone this love filled weekend! Of course our tastebuds go directly to total DECADANCE be it sweet or savory! We're sharing a few pairings that might tickle your fancy or stir up your own fabulous ideas for scrumptiousness.

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Saturday, February 6 // Let's Prepare Proteins

Well, the Groundhog saw his shadow which means...6 more weeks of winter! So. Let's embrace these winter days and all that they offer and let's get excited about what will be emerging in the coming weeks! Let's PREPARE PROTEINS! At Cobblestone you’ll find mushrooms, fish, chicken, beef, pork, duck and even rabbit! PLUS: protein packed produce for perfecto pairings! Wrap up in your favorite winter jackets, hats and gloves - the go-to-gear for getting your goods at your FAVORITE outdoor grocer!

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Saturday, January 30 // Breakfast Burritos & Bonus Bucks

We have been anxiously awaiting and are SO pleased to welcome Joe Hedrick to market this weekend! He will be slinging breakfast burritos - made with goodies from local farms - out of the big yellow Burger Supreme truck! PLUS: Do you or someone you know use SNAP/EBT? Now through February, CFM will match any $10 SNAP/EBT withdraw with $15 in Market Tokens to spend on fresh food at Market! That’s $5 additional dollars per week for the next 5-weeks and up to $75 total in Market money to increase buying power! Visit the Information Booth for more info.

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Saturday, January 23 // Soup Sippin'

Back again with SOUP! In addition to some cool recipes, we welcome Chef Michael Spencer for our first Soup Sippin' Saturday! A winter harvest soup featuring nurturing goodies from vendors you know and love! First come, first serve - so come out to snag your tasting while you shop with us Saturday!

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