Coming up this month on the first Monday in May through Labor Day, is the  open-air Farmer’s  Market at Wrightsville Beach.  Located across from the Post  office on Old Causeway Drive from 8am to 1pm, local residents and visitors have  the opportunity to buy fresh produce, fruits and other goods such as baked items, eggs, meats, spices, herbs, peanuts, flowers and even doggie treats! 
There is no telling what you will find, but you can be assured that everything is of high quality as strict guidelines are enforced.  This idea started about three years ago and has been a big hit on the island.  You have the chance to stroll along and meet the actual farmers and can ask all of your “farming questions” if you are curious to know how something is grown.  Everyone is friendly and this atmosphere promotes a healthy lifestyle. 
There will be an information booth there as well for any of your island questions. If you are looking for a way to volunteer, there are two shifts open for you to participate with no previous experience.  They are only looking for someone happy and willing to help.  You can call 910-262-5998 for more information.  And if you think you might like to become a vendor and have something great to offer the community you can call 910-256-7925 and/or visit the website:  www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.
Many times in the summer my family will grab our dogs and go for our walk around “the Loop” at Wrightsville Beach and end up at the Farmer’s Market.  Then we go home and cook up those healthy summer vegetables and whatever else my kids have talked me into buying.  The homemade jam is excellent!   It’s the perfect way to begin our week.  Biking around the loop is also a fun way to get your exercise and then visit the Farmer’s Market.  If you are in town, you should definitely put this on your list of things to do!
 
-Renee Britt