Market Central
Market Central is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the Charlottesville City Market. The organization aims to promote the vitality of area agriculture.[1] Market Central was founded in 2003.[2]
About Market Central
"We’re passionate about the roles that a local, public market can play in a community as
- a source for fresh, local foods
- a venue for local artisans
- a business incubator
- a social gathering place – the ‘town square’
- an economic driver for the area
Mission
"Thus Market Central’s initial mission: Raise funds and awareness to create a permanent home, where the community can enjoy better access to local farmers, crafters, and food producers year-round, in any weather. In pursuing that goal, Market Central maintains a strong relationship with City Council and city administrators. We also remain committed to serving our community through charitable and educational outreach."[3]
Board of Directors
- Cecile Gorham – Chairwoman
- Eileen Stephens – Treasurer
- Kathy Kildea – Secretary
- Lynn Eheart
- Laura Dollard
- Lynda Fanning
- Eric Betthauser
- Brevy Cannon
- Kelly Ceppa
Farm tours
In September 2009, Market Central sponsored a farm tour in which five farms participated. In 2010, that number increased to 18.
Video
YouTube Charlottesville City Market 2010 on Meet The Farmer TV
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Notes
- ↑ "Market Central, Inc." Market Central, Inc. Market Central, Inc. Web. 23 Aug. 2010. <http://www.marketcentralonline.org/market_central_site/Market_Central,_Inc._-_Welcome.html>
- ↑ Kates, Tasha. "'Meet Yer Eats' Farm Tour Planned for Labor Day | Daily Progress." Home | Daily Progress. 22 Aug. 2010. Web. 23 Aug. 2010. <http://www2.dailyprogress.com/news/2010/aug/22/meet-yer-eats-farm-tour-planned-labor-day-ar-466870/>
- ↑ Web. About Us, Market Central, retrieved April 20, 2012.