We want our children to grow up knowing exactly where their food comes from. We want them to learn that animals deserve to be treated with respect, that the land should be cared for, and that hard work still matters. There was a time when every family knew where their food came from. Children grew up watching their grandparents tend gardens, collect eggs before breakfast, and raise animals with care and respect. Dinner wasn't just another meal, it was the reward for hard work

The OBFM is truly a jewel of many diverse people coming together to take pride in what they do and work toward a common goal of excellence in a market space for our community and for visitors alike. This past weekend I traveled to the Hudson Valley area of New York State for a family event. My son Mike and I spent some time driving through the old neighborhood and visiting places of interest. While doing so we found a local farmers market in action and stopped in to stretch

Fresh, coastal, and made for summer gatherings! Grilled oysters topped with a bright green tomato + sweet corn salsa—this is the kind of appetizer that disappears fast. There’s something about summer on the coast that makes simple food feel like a little celebration. Grilled oysters topped with a fresh green tomato and sweet corn salsa are exactly that kind of dish. Briny oysters, bright tomatoes, sweet corn, a bit of onion, and a splash of citrus come together in a way that

There’s something special about the little moments that happen at the OBFM each week—the conversations, the connections, and the joy people bring to the market. 🌿 This past Saturday, longtime volunteer Laurel Watts met a young visitor shopping for an OBFM t-shirt. He carefully considered the colors, asking Laurel what she thought before finally choosing a white shirt because the blue logo made such a nice contrast. Laurel told him he was the most enthusiastic customer they’d

Four Years In... Every Saturday morning at the Olde Beaufort Farmers Market, you’ll find me set up as Artificial by Kevin, surrounded by bold, colorful pieces that blend art and technology in a way that still surprises people. I create unique AI-assisted artwork, with my travel poster series becoming the most recognizable part of my booth—capturing places we all know and love along the Crystal Coast in a fresh, almost nostalgic way. This is my fourth year as a vendor, and wha

This was my very first time vending at OBFM, which felt especially exciting after years of visiting the market myself. At markets, I’m always curious about what brought someone there that day, and what moments lead them to pause with a particular piece of artwork. A visitor stopped by while traveling cross-country with her dog, and she shared that she has been choosing a piece of art from each state she visits. It also happened to be her birthday, and her friend, who was on a

This past weekend was such a special milestone for Simple Southern Garden—our very first day at the Olde Beaufort Farmers Market! I truly didn’t know what to expect going in, but I left feeling so encouraged, grateful, and inspired. One of my favorite parts of the day was getting to connect with so many wonderful people. I had the chance to chat with several master gardeners, which was both exciting and a little humbling. Not only did they share their knowledge and experience

I want to share with you a story from yesterday's market (Opening Day) that absolutely warmed my heart. The past couple of years a young boy, recently turned 10, who is passionate and extremely knowledgeable of plants has been a repeat customer of mine. His folks are earthy and amazing. He purchased a creeping Jenny then came back by with his mom and sister. He was inquiring about African basil and his sister was interested in an Agastache. He was planning to use his birthday

Cold weekends call for something warm, hearty, and easy—and we went straight to a local expert for inspiration. We asked Rachel of Shenk Family Farm for a soup recommendation, and she didn’t hesitate to give this one a five-star review. Her current favorite is Easy Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup from Tiffany at Creme de la Crumb . According to Rachel, “There’s nothing like a good cozy soup on a cold weekend. This is my most recent fave—it’s one-pot, simple to throw togethe