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Farmer Matt here, You there

Time for the 2nd Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market Winter Once-a-Monther.  This Saturday, February 20 from 9a.m.-1p.m., we will have fresh winter veggies, baked goods, honey, locally raised pork products, doggy treats, photography, relishes, jewelry, coffee, and quite likely more.  We will also have a craft area for the kiddos this week.  

There is also an exciting event happening March 29th and 30th.  The first ever Midland-Odessa Local Food Day. It should be a fun and extremely informative event.  If you have questions, thoughts, or comments, let me know.

Make sure to check out our website http://www.midlanddowntownfarmersmarket.com/.  I have done some updating, and I hope to do more in the coming weeks.  Also check out our group on Facebook.  Both of these media will help you stay abreast of the latest in local food.

Bring the Kids, Bring your cash, Bring your Appetite, Bring your Friends, Bring your Family, Bring Yourself, and 
Savor the Local Flavor.

Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market, 501 W Texas Ave., under the green.

Peace,
Farmer Matt
432-695-4114

On Thursday, January 28, at 10:00 a.m., Pace Communications, publishing company of Southwest Airlines Spirit magazine, will unveil the 24-page feature on the Midland/Odessa region in its February issue. The press conference will take place at Atmos Energy’s Robert Earl and Sally Fischer Community Room, 2304 Loop 40, Midland, Texas 79706.

“We selected Midland and Odessa as a result of common misconceptions associated with the state,” explains Carsten Morgan, director of Special Projects for Pace Airline Media, which publishes the magazine. “The reality of economic development initiatives and the diversity of the industrial/commercial sector are far more interesting than the perception. This is an untold story that truly is enlightening to our affluent and influential audience,” Morgan said.

The magazine reaches about 3.2 million affluent business and leisure travelers who use the airline to travel to more than 65 cities, 33 states and 3,400 flights a day.

“Rock Relief for Haiti’

WHERE:  Centennial Plaza (located in downtown Midland)

WHEN:  Tomorrow Afternoon (Wed, Jan 27th)

TIME:  4:30-7 PM

WHY:  Proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross’ special relief fund for Haiti

Donations of ANY amount will be collected at a designated donation station set-up by the American Red Cross. 

The concert is FREE to all ages. 

Bring chairs and blankets.  Food and drink will be available.  

‘Rock Relief’ will be a non-alcoholic event suitable for families and all ages and will happen rain or shine.  

In the event of ill-weather, ‘Rock Relief’ will be held in the main ballroom inside the Hilton (across the street from Centennial Plaza).

A news information and resource site is available at www.promisingprojects.com/rockrelief.html.

Farmer Matt here, You there,

We are back.  The Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market will be in operation for three Saturdays this Winter/Spring.  The first of the three will be this Saturday, January 23.  The following two market days will be Feburary 20 and March 6th.  Our hours will be shortened during these days from 9a.m.-12p.m.  Prior to these dates I will remind you. 

This week:

Fresh local produce including, but not limited to, radishes, carrots, greens, turnips, herbs, and much more; relishes, pickles, and salsas; photograpy; jewelry; baked goods; doggy treats; cutting boards;  coffee and possibly more.

Now for a bit of business.  I need help, and this time I’m ready to accept it.  I need help organizing and running each market day, sending email updates, and running the market booth (coffee, books, and merchandise sales).  If you are interested in participating in a more sustainable and self-sufficient community, come talk to me at the market and I can fill you in on the details.  Thanks.

Bring your cash, kids, and dogs.  Forward this along.  Savor the Local Flavor.

Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market - Saturdays 9a.m.-12p.m. - 501 W Texas Ave., under the green.

Farmer Matt, out.

432-695-4114

Farmer Matt here, You there,

MDFM this Saturday (23rd) from 9a.m.-12p.m.!  Be there @ 501 W Texas Ave, under the green!

Happy Fabulous New Year!  Hope you are all well. 

Come down to the Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market January 23, February 20, and March 6, 2010. 

We have a great selection of produce grown right here in West Texas.  We also have baked goods, honey, beef, body care products, relishes, photography, and much, much more.  You also have the unique opportunity to meet and get to know all of the producers, growers, artisans, and crafters of the finest local products. 

Look forward to seeing you there!

The Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market operates from 9a.m.-1p.m. @ 501 W Texas Ave., under the green.

432-695-4114

Farmer Matt here, You there,

Real quick this week.  I am so thankful to you all.

We are still rollin’.  Local produce(this has been an exceptionally banner year for fall gardens), breads, coffee, honey, arts, and crafts.  For the remaining weeks of the Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market we will have a non-perishable food drive to benefit the West Texas Food Bank.  Bring your canned goods, mac&cheeses, peanut butters, and all the like to the market and place in the designated WTFB receptacles.

Be there!

Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market - Saturdays 9a.m.-1p.m. through the end of November - 501 W Texas Ave., under the green.

Savor the Local Flavor

Farmer Matt

Farmer Matt here, You there,

The Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market will continue throughout November (7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th(yes, I know this is Thanksgiving Weekend.  Shop Local)).

Thank you.  Thank you daughter, mom, chocolate sunshine, volunteers, vendors, patrons, and community.  I couldn’t do this without your diligence, perserverence, and dedication.  If you missed the MDFM 2 year Big Birthday Bash, you missed out.  If you were there, you were a witness to our potential as a community.  I am proud to bring you the best in Local Flavor.

This Saturday, November 7:

Nashville recording artist and touring singer/songwriter, DAVID NEWBOULD, will be performing live in concert from 10a.m.-12p.m. 

According to Sony Music, “David is a world class songwriter”.  His voice is compelling and his lyrics take you through travels of time, the bonds of family, the occasional mystery and both the joys and the hurts of love. He “has the audience hanging on every word and nuance”, said NYC freelance reviewer, Jerry Matthews. 

I am very excited to have David at the MDFM.  Tell your friends and family and neighbors and everybody about this show.  This is an opportunity to experience a bright young star on the verge of a long and prolific career.  Check him out at his website: http://davidnewbould.com/.

Along with David we will have a delectable selection of regional produce, coffee, beef, honey, baked goods, body care, arts, and crafts.

The Midland Downtown Farmers’ Market ‘rocks it out’ every Saturday through the end of November from 9a.m.-1p.m. @ 501 W Texas Ave., under the green.

Savor the Local Flavor

Farmer Matt

WHAT:  Midland Downtown Farmer’s Market Birthday Bash (MDFM is turing 2!)

WHEN:  This Saturday, Oct 31 9 AM - 1 PM

WHERE:  MDFM is located in downtown Midland on Texas in between Marienfeld and Pecos underneath the green awnings.

WHY:  Festivities include children’s artwork and cooking classes, obstacle courses, pumpkin painting, fire truck, raffles, giveaway, FREE homemade bday cake (until it’s gone) and a live music showcase featuring a variety of music.  

Musicians from Midland, Odessa and the surrounding area encouraged to attend. All styles of music are welcome, such as singer/songwriters, guitar pickers, axe grinders, vocalists, harmonica players, etc. All ages of performers are welcome.