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!
Let Us Be Your Light...
When the night has come
And the land is dark
And the moon is the only light we’ll see
No I won’t be afraid, no I won’t be afraid
Just as long as you stand, stand by me
And darlin’, darlin’, stand by me…
(Stand By Me-Ben E King)
Well, here we are, a Friday morning that in the past would have been any Friday morning with me writing any ole thought that came to my head about you, us, the market, our love for local…and now, here we are in new territory, but you know what? My sentiments remain the same…you, us, the market, our local love, and our determination in bringing you all that you need, or even just want.
This market is perfect for everyone, right now. You can order from your home. You are practicing your social distancing. You are not shopping with the masses in the public big box stores. We have things in stock. It’s a lovely drive out to the country, to the farm, where we are now conducting the market. If you prefer to not leave your car, we will bring your order out to you. If you want to come inside, say hello, grab a few things from the shop, we are doing extra cleaning, and taking every step to ensure that your shopping experience is a healthy one.
It’s the same market, just a different location, but now, more than ever, we need each other…
Stand by me…
XOXO,
Cosmic Pam