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Under the Oaks

At the Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market, the rhythm of the year is something you can truly feel. Each season brings its own energy, flavors, and familiar faces — making every visit a little different and always special. Spring arrives with a sense of renewal. Fresh greens, early blooms, and the return of local growers set the tone for a new market year. It’s a time of reconnecting — with farmers, makers, and neighbors — as the community gathers again under the oaks after winter’

Libby Steadham was a longtime supporter, vendor, and friend of the Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market. She believed deeply in the power of fresh, local food and the role it plays in building healthier lives and stronger communities. Her passion for teaching others how to cook, grow, and eat well continues to inspire the Market today. In 2021, Libby authored Seasonal Cooking from the Garden , a cookbook filled with recipes, stories, and practical wisdom drawn from her own kitchen a

The Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market isn’t just about shopping—it’s about community. Each Saturday, alongside our farmers, artisans, and food vendors, we welcome a rotating group of local community organizations who are here to connect and share what they do. These groups are doing meaningful work right here in Carteret County, and the market is a great place to meet them, ask questions, and learn more about what’s happening locally. One familiar presence is the Town of Beaufort