With all of the statistics showing that buying local is one of the best gifts this Holiday Season, I am pleased to share the following article, submitted by Danny Markley, one of the many wonderful Market customers that I have had the pleasure of becoming acquainted with as Manager…
Are you looking for some wonderful gifts for your family, friends and co-workers for the Holidays? Look no further than the Harrisonburg Farmers Market. The Market offers a great alternative to the crowds and stress of malls, and your purchases directly support the vendors and the local community. Gifts from your local Market hold a unique appeal for friends and family who live in other areas — they are a thoughtful way to share a small slice of your life in the ‘burg.
Consider filling a holiday gift basket with items found at the Market. You can mix a variety of Market foods and crafts or make a themed gift basket. There is a wide variety of unique handcrafted gift items to choose from and a great selection of local farm products and prepared foods to add to the mix.
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A combo gift basket could include fresh pears, cheeses, mini-loaves of baked breads, honey or jam and a wide variety of other items. A spa gift basket might include locally made beeswax candles, soaps and an assortment of lavender products. A kitchen gift basket could be filled with fresh herbs and garlic, a hot sauce assortment and pottery or wooden kitchen utensils. You could even do a pet gift basket with a holiday-themed matching dog collar and scarf, along with some catnip toys and “meow milk” for the felines in the house. You will also find beautiful one-of-a-kind handcrafted cards to add the final personal touch to any gift or basket.
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…So give up the stress and big box stores, come on out to the Market, support the local economy and experience the joy of creating a special customized Local Gift Basket that will thrill anyone and everyone on your gift list. Now there is a holiday shopping custom that we can all live with!
-Josie Showalter with thanks to Danny Markley for his contribution.
