Jul 6, 2024
Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week.
In this episode, Debbie and Laurie visit the Matthews Community Farmer’s Market for the third consecutive year. Join them as they have a delightful conversation with Jessica Thomas, the Market Manager. Matthews Community Farmer’s Market is the largest and most diverse producer-only farmers' market in the greater Charlotte area.
Explore the market with us, where all products, except fish, are grown, raised, or made within 50 miles of Matthews. Discover freshly harvested produce, naturally-raised meats, local honey, plants, artisan foods, and hand-crafted items. Listen in as Debbie and Laurie interview several of the market's dedicated vendors and learn about the unique offerings and stories behind their products.
During this episode and their visit, Debbie and Laurie have a conversation with the following vendors:
· Bizzy Bee Honey and Kombucha
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Please visit and support our presenting sponsor, Backyard Birds at http://www.thebirdfoodstore.com/. A mecca for bird lovers and bird watchers, Backyard Birds is an independent family-owned business located in Matthews, NC (next to Dairy Queen), just southeast of Charlotte.
Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists. We hope you have a day filled with the wonders of nature. Get outside and take a walk on the wild side! Please don’t forget to leave a 5-star review for The Backyard Naturalists podcast.
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While recording the Backyard Naturalists podcast, Debbie and Laurie enjoy coffee provided by the Good Cup Coffee Company in Matthews, North Carolina. Follow Good Cup Coffee on Instagram and look for them at the Matthews Community Farmer’s Market this Saturday morning.