Small Bites Adventure Club and Community Farmers Markets Bring Fresh Produce to Atlanta Families!
Summer is the peak season for fresh, delicious food: tomatoes, cucumbers, watermelon, and peaches. But, it can also be a time when people may need additional access to healthy food.
This summer, we partnered with Community Farmers Markets (CFM) to distribute over $1,600 of fruit and veggie coupons to over 320 families at five early care and education partners across metro Atlanta. Each of these early care programs has partnered with Small Bites Adventure Club in the last year to provide hands-on cooking with their students.
“Our purpose is to root, grow, and preserve a diverse local food culture by maintaining an authentic space for all people to share community, fair food, and healthy lifestyles while providing a sustainable living for producers who steward the earth.”
-Community Farmers Markets
Community Farmers Markets was founded in 2011 with a mission to develop a local food infrastructure for long-term sustainability and meaningful community impact. In 2023, CFM served over 65,000 in-person shoppers and over 160 vendors at weekly markets. They also partner with Wholesome Wave Georgia to help SNAP recipients double the value of their dollar when spent on fruits and vegetables. That means $10 = $20!
Jenna was also able to visit Easterseals North Georgia on her mission to bring fresh fruit and vegetables to families around Atlanta!
At Small Bites Adventure Club, we are all about easy and accessible resources — and CFM is no different! Check out their website for seasonal recipes, tips on how to use SNAP/ EBT at their markets, and more!
Our educator, Jenna, visited Scottdale Early Learning at Midway Woods to drop off fruit and veggie coupons for families and staff!
Want to visit a CFM Farmers Market in Atlanta?
Check out these markets:
Saturdays from 9am-1pm: Oakhurst Farmers Market at Sceptre Brewing Arts in Decatur – March 30 – Dec. 21 630 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030
Sundays from 9am-1pm: Grant Park Farmers Market at The Beacon ATL – March 31 – Dec. 22 1030 Grant St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Wednesdays from 4-7pm Decatur Farmers Market at the First Baptist Church Decatur on Clairemont, March 27 – Nov. 20 308 Clairemont Ave Decatur, GA 30030
Thursdays from 4-8pm: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market at the East Atlanta Community Park, March 28 – Nov. 21 at 572 Stokeswood Ave SE, Atlanta
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3-7pm: MARTA Markets at multiple MARTA stations. Follow this link for a complete schedule. – January through December
What is your favorite produce to buy at the farmers market? We want to know!