The Mangrove Mountain and Districts Community Group will launch a monthly market on March 3.
The grand opening of the Mangrove Mountain Farmers and Artisans Market will be held from 9am-3pm at the historic Mangrove Mountain hall and recreation reserve and will return on the first Sunday of every month.
The market, organised and run by the not-for-profit organisation, was set up to give the hinterland’s wonderful local farmers, artisans and cottage industry an outlet to showcase and sell their wares, while providing a great day out for visitors to the area and locals alike.
It will feature everything from farm fresh mountain fruit and vegetables, plants and flowers to award-winning cheeses, gourmet chocolates, local honey and, of course, CWA jams, preserves and Devonshire tea.
There will also be an array of local artisan and cottage industry stalls selling handmade pottery, macramé, woodworking, art, beautifully illustrated children’s books by local author Trish Flannery and more.
Adding to the market’s community focus will be the Community Treasure stall, featuring a range of quality items including produce, jewellery, books and children’s toys donated to the table of give and take.
See something you like on the table and it’s yours for a donation of what it’s worth to you, with all proceeds going to the local cause or charity of the month displayed on the board.
For families, there’s also a playground for the children and a picnic area.
Don’t forget to check out the visitors information stand with lots of things to see and do as well as upcoming events in the area.