The Weblog
The local foods movement is alive and well in Champaign County! Here are some updates on other projects while we finalize our virtual market:
Local Producers Map:
Our local producers map is ready for publication and you will soon be able to find it on gochampaign.com. Copies will be distributed around the community, in the local telephone book, and other “hangouts”. The guide lists the location and contact information for nearly 50 local producers within our county. The map was a project of the Local Food Council and printed with the help of some local sponsors including the Monument Square District, Champaign Bank, the Community Improvement Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce, the Farm Bureau and others. It is a great start to finding a local source for Champaign County’s finest!
Cold Rain and Snow
Well I’m goin’ where those chilly winds don’t blow…
(Grateful Dead – Cold Rain & Snow)
Jerry had the right vibe…out in the cold rain and snow…
If you look out your windows, that is exactly what you will see. It’s January in Ohio, we should be expecting it, should be ready for it, should just accept it. But, this girl, your market manager, just always feels a bit of a sinking mood when I see the sight, feel the chill, and know that it is here.
I know we need the seasons, but in my heart, I keep sunshine, in my eyes, I see only blue skies, and in my head, I only have warm daydreams…
This truly is going to be one of those days for curling up with coffee or tea, reading a book, listening to music, or watching a really great movie. It’s also one of those days that allows you to get your thoughts on the week, lets you get organized, and makes you want to get your weekly grocery list ready.
What better way to fill that list than with our little market of love?? You can order from the comfort of, well, anywhere…you can order with ease, you know that you will not be out fighting the cold, the snow, or the people, you can take your time, learn about us, learn about our products, and take pride in the fact that when you shop from us, you are shopping from all that is local, all that is the heart and soul of your community.
Grab a warm drink, get cozy, put on some tunes, and let the shopping begin…
Don’t forget…next weekend is Super Bowl…we have a ton of products, spices, meats, recipes…all for your game day fun!!!
Stay in, today, do something good for you and for your local community…give us a go…it’s the best shopping experience, around…
Peace and Love,
Cosmic Pam
AKA as The Girl seeking the sun:)