November 1-2, 2014

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National Food Days

If you're on Twitter, you have probably seen references to various "National Food Days." It might be National Chocolate Day, National Oatmeal Day even or National Fig Week.

We were wondering, how does a day get designated as a national food day?

We found out that the President of the United States has the authority to declare a commemorative day by special proclamation. With only 150 proclamations granted each year, it is amazing that we have a national day dedicated to some type of food 365 days a year. In fact, there are two National Guacamole Days in a year!

We are happy that the markets are open this year on National Bison Day (Saturday, November 1) and National Deviled Egg Day (Sunday, November 2). Cibola Farms has great bison, which you can pick up at Mosaic. Look for eggs at Springfield Farm, Liberty Delight Farms and even Twin Springs Fruit Farm - all at all three of our markets!

Things are getting exciting at the markets with the holidays just around the corner! Stay tuned for all the great things we are "cooking" up for you this season and...

Don't forget to change your clocks back one hour on Sunday!

Sincerely,

Mitch, Debbie, Jessica, PR, Jill, Diana and Chef Lynn

Jason, Aaron, Alex, Jeb & Steve (the muscle team)

This week's e-blast is brought to you by our market sponsor:

Updates & Events

Mrs. Wheelbarrow's Practical Pantry Book Signing at Bethesda Central on Sunday, November 2!

In Mrs. Wheelbarrow's Practical Pantry, food preserving expert Cathy Barrow presents a beautiful collection of essential preserving techniques for turning the fleeting abundance of the farmers' market into a well-stocked pantry full of canned fruits and vegetables, jams, stocks, soups, and more. Come get your copy this Sunday at the market from 10am-12pm!

Old Town Suds Soap Making Class

Old Town Suds is hosting a soap making class at their Warrenton, VA soap kitchen on Saturday, November 1! The class is $75 and participants will learn to make 4 bars of fresh lemongrass or Japanese citrus soap plus 1 bar of their choice from Old Town Suds' stock. Click here for more information.

NEW Blog Post: Young Harvests

Whether you've heard him referred to as "The Greens Guy," "The Salad Man," or just Rob, chances are you will recognize him if you've been to

the Pike or Bethesda markets. Rob Young is the owner of Young Harvests, a

farm that specializes in leafy greens and salad mixes. Read on!

Art Show - Around the World

Join our sponsor, Progressions at their second annual Art Show to benefit The Children's Miracle Network on November 14 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. 100% of the proceeds go to benefit CMN. Read more.

Springfield Farm & Liberty Delight Farms Turkey orders

Plan ahead for Thanksgiving this year by pre-ordering your turkey in advance! Springfield Farm is now accepting Thanksgiving turkey orders through November 15; fill out this form to reserve your turkey. Liberty Delight Farms is accepting orders through November 19 - order here.

Pike Central Farm Market

Vendors

New at PCFM

Click here what's new at PCFM!

Hours & Address

Saturdays 9am-2pm

5992 Executive Blvd.

Rockville, MD 20852

(map)

Parking

Free on-site parking

Bethesda Central Farm Market

Vendors

New at BCFM

Click here for what's new at BCFM!

Hours & Address

Sundays, 9am-1pm

7600 Arlington Rd.

Bethesda, MD 20814

(map)

Parking

Free parking is available in the public garage on St. Elmo and Old Georgetown Rd, and in front of Bethesda Elementary School. Please do not park in the library lot.

Mosaic Central Farm Market

Vendors

New at Mosaic

Click here for what's new at Mosaic!

Hours & Address

Sundays, 9am-2pm

2910 District Ave.

Fairfax, VA 22031

(map)

Parking

Free garage parking in the lots at Mosaic