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SUMMARY:Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Meet Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes
DESCRIPTION:The Aptos Farmers Market is glad to welcome Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes\, a longtime community organization dedicated to improving food security and supporting families throughout the Pajaro Valley. \nStop by their booth to learn how local residents\, farmers market shoppers\, and volunteers can help strengthen access to healthy food in our community. Representatives will be available throughout the market to share information about their programs\, answer questions\, and offer ways to get involved. \nWhat to expect: \n\nLearn about local hunger relief efforts in the Pajaro Valley\nOpportunities to volunteer or support community programs\nInformation about food access\, nutrition education\, and local services\nWays to contribute through donations or community participation\nA chance to meet the volunteers working to support neighbors in need\n\nMarket visitors are welcome to contribute by making a cash donation or purchasing fresh foods at the market to donate — a simple way to share the abundance of the farmers market with families who need it most. \nAbout Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes \nFounded in 1989\, Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes is a community-supported kitchen and pantry serving individuals and families across the Pajaro Valley. Through its weekday pantry\, hot lunch program\, nutrition education\, and collaborative partnerships with local agencies\, the organization provides nutritious food\, resources\, and compassionate support to farm workers\, seniors\, families\, and others facing food insecurity. \nTheir mission is simple yet powerful: to help build a healthy and food-secure Pajaro Valley where all people have access to nutritious food and essential services. \n Learn more about Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes 
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/neighbors-helping-neighbors-meet-pajaro-valley-loaves-and-fishes
LOCATION:Aptos Farmers Market | Cabrillo College\, Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aptos Farmers Market
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SUMMARY:From Market to Table: Visit the Edible Paradise Concierge Booth 
DESCRIPTION:Have a conversation\, discover something delicious\, and explore the flavors of the season at the Edible Paradise booth — a welcoming gathering place at the Aptos Farmers Market dedicated to seasonal cooking\, culinary inspiration\, and connecting more deeply with the food grown by our local farmers. \nWhether you’re searching for dinner inspiration\, curious about an unfamiliar vegetable\, or simply looking for fresh ideas to make the most of your market haul\, the booth offers a relaxed and friendly place to learn\, taste\, and talk food. \nHosted by Annaliese Keller\, writer and editor of Edible Paradise\, alongside Chef Andrew Cohen\, Chef in Residence for the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets\, the booth brings the companion website to life through conversation\, demonstrations\, seasonal recipe cards\, and practical kitchen inspiration rooted in the farmers market. \nWhat to expect: \n\nSeasonal recipe cards featuring market produce and products\nGuidance on what’s in season and where to find it at the market\nMini culinary demos and practical kitchen tips\nAsk-a-chef conversations about preparing unfamiliar fruits and vegetables\nIdeas for better-than-store-bought condiments\, dressings\, and everyday cooking basics\nNewsletter sign-ups and Edible Paradise updates\nA friendly place to stop\, learn\, and say hello\n\nAbout Edible Paradise \nEdible Paradise is the companion website of the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets\, celebrating seasonal cooking and the people who grow our food. The site features approachable recipes\, culinary guides\, market inspiration\, and ideas to help home cooks make the most of fresh\, local ingredients — from simple weeknight meals to handmade pantry staples. \n Explore Edible Paradise 
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/from-market-to-table-visit-the-edible-paradise-concierge-booth
LOCATION:Aptos Farmers Market | Cabrillo College\, Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aptos Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T080000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 50 Years of the Monterey Certified Farmers Markets!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Aptos Farmers Market on Saturday\, June 20\, for a joyful community celebration marking the 50th Anniversary of the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets. \nFor five decades\, the markets have brought together local farmers\, food artisans\, chefs\, and neighbors through a shared love of fresh food\, sustainable agriculture\, and community connection. What began in 1976 as a modest local market has grown into one of the most respected farmers market organizations in California — and a beloved weekly tradition for generations of Central Coast families. \nTo celebrate this milestone\, market visitors are invited to enjoy birthday cake shared with the community and enter a special raffle drawing for a beautifully curated market basket filled with market favorites. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nBirthday cake shared with market customers\nGiveaway of reusable produce bag sets to first 150 people to wish us happy birthday!\nRaffle drawing for a seasonal market basket\nA festive celebration with music honoring 50 years of local agriculture and community\nOpportunities to meet the farmers\, food artisans\, and vendors who make the markets so special\nFresh seasonal produce\, flowers\, artisan foods\, seafood\, baked goods\, cheeses\, and more from local vendors\n\nA Legacy of Community and Stewardship\nToday\, the family of Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets includes four vibrant markets in Aptos\, Carmel\, and Monterey\, each reflecting the unique character of its community. Two of the markets operate year-round\, offering dependable gathering places where fresh food\, conversation\, and connection are always in season. \nWith more than 90 dedicated vendors\, the organization continues to support small family farms while strengthening regional food systems across the Central Coast. \nMuch of this success reflects the longtime leadership of Executive Director Catherine Barr\, whose dedication and vision have guided the organization since 1993. Her work preserving access for small farmers and championing certified farmers markets has helped shape MBCFM into a regional leader in sustainable local food systems. \nFounded in 1976\, the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets is the oldest and largest farmers market organization on California’s Central Coast. In recent years\, MBCFM has been recognized among the best farmers market organizations in California and ranked second in the United States by the American Farmland Trust — an achievement made possible by the farmers\, vendors\, staff\, volunteers\, and loyal market communities who continue to support the markets year after year.
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/celebrating-50-years-of-the-monterey-certified-farmers-markets
LOCATION:Aptos Farmers Market | Cabrillo College\, Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aptos Farmers Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T080000
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SUMMARY:Fresh Finds & Family Fun: Kids Eat Right Returns to the Monterey Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Families are invited back for another lively morning of discovery\, tasting\, and hands-on learning as the Kids Eat Right team from Montage Health returns to the Monterey Farmers Market on Friday\, June 26 for an encore event after an overwhelmingly enthusiastic response earlier this season. \nThis interactive program encourages children and adults alike to explore the colorful world of fresh\, local foods through guided market strolls\, seasonal tastings\, conversations with farmers\, and engaging activities designed to make healthy eating approachable\, fun\, and memorable. \nWhat to expect: \n\nA guided market walk highlighting seasonal fruits and vegetables\nTastings and farmer meet-and-greets\nA kids’ scavenger hunt exploring foods found around the market\nPotter the Otter Market Adventure books for young visitors\nNutrition education resources and take-home materials\n$5 Farmers Market Bucks for the first 50 families or children who participate (while supplies last)\nDried fruit samples provided by the farmers market\n\nAbout Kids Eat Right \nKids Eat Right is a free nutrition education program developed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and offered locally through Montage Health. The program helps children and families build healthy habits through fun\, science-based lessons focused on eating well\, staying active\, and understanding nutrition. \nThrough school programs and family workshops offered in English and Spanish\, Kids Eat Right teaches practical skills such as choosing fruits and vegetables\, reading nutrition labels\, preparing healthy foods\, and making balanced lifestyle choices — all with the goal of helping children grow up healthy and confident around food. \n Learn more about Kids Eat Right (visit the website here.) \n 
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/fresh-finds-family-fun-kids-eat-right-returns-to-the-monterey-farmers-market
LOCATION:Del Monte Shopping Center\, 1410 Del Monte Center\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Del Monte Shopping Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T080000
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SUMMARY:Meet The Great Morgani at the Aptos Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special morning with one of Santa Cruz County’s most beloved local characters as Frank Lima\, better known as The Great Morgani\, visits the Aptos Farmers Market for a book signing on Saturday\, July 11. \nFor more than two decades\, The Great Morgani delighted market-goers and downtown visitors with colorful costumes\, lively accordion music\, and a one-of-a-kind street performance that became part of the fabric of our community. Now\, Frank is sharing the remarkable story behind the character in his memoir\, The Great Morgani: The Creative Madness of a Stockbroker Turned Street Musician. \nStop by to meet Frank\, hear a few stories\, purchase a signed copy of his memoir\, and learn how a Soquel chicken ranch\, an accordion\, and a wonderfully creative imagination became one of Santa Cruz’s most memorable local legends. \nWhat to expect: \n\nMeet Frank Lima\, aka The Great Morgani\nPurchase a signed copy of his memoir\nHear stories from behind the colorful costumes and accordion performances\nLearn about one of Santa Cruz’s most beloved community characters\nEnjoy a fun and memorable visit while shopping the farmers market\n\nWhether you’ve known The Great Morgani for years or are discovering his story for the first time\, this special event celebrates the creativity\, humor\, and community spirit that make the Aptos Farmers Market such a unique gathering place.
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/meet-the-great-morgani-at-the-aptos-farmers-market
LOCATION:Aptos Farmers Market | Cabrillo College\, Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T093000
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SUMMARY:Ride the Swell: Discover the Magic of Kombucha
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what kombucha actually is—or what that mysterious “SCOBY” everyone talks about looks like? \nJoin the women behind Living Swell Kombucha for an engaging and delicious look inside the world of craft kombucha. Founded by two Santa Cruz friends and mothers\, Living Swell has grown from neighborhood garage “fill-ups” into a thriving local brewery built on community\, sustainability\, and a passion for nourishing people with traditionally brewed kombucha. \nDuring this special presentation\, you’ll learn how kombucha is made from start to finish\, meet a live SCOBY (the living culture responsible for fermentation)\, discover fascinating facts about this centuries-old beverage\, and hear the inspiring story of how Living Swell Kombucha came to life. \nBest of all\, you’ll have the opportunity to sample a selection of their refreshing\, small-batch kombuchas crafted with seasonal fruits and herbs sourced from local farms. \nWhat to expect: \n\nMeet the founders and hear the story behind Living Swell Kombucha\nLearn how kombucha is brewed using traditional fermentation methods\nSee a live SCOBY and discover how it transforms sweet tea into kombucha\nExplore fun facts about kombucha\, fermentation\, and living cultures\nSample a variety of locally crafted kombucha flavors\n\nWhether you’re already a kombucha enthusiast or simply curious about this increasingly popular fermented beverage\, you’ll leave with a greater appreciation for the craft\, the culture\, and the local community behind every pour.
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/ride-the-swell-discover-the-magic-of-kombucha
LOCATION:Aptos Farmers Market | Cabrillo College\, Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aptos Farmers Market,Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T080000
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SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Iris Society Rhizome Sale
DESCRIPTION:Bring lasting color to your garden with beautiful\, locally grown irises! The Monterey Bay Iris Society will hold its Annual Iris Rhizome Sale at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College on Saturday\, August 8\, beginning at 8 a.m. \nGardeners are encouraged to arrive early for the best selection. \nThe sale features healthy iris rhizomes from the private collections of Monterey Bay Iris Society members. Visitors can expect an impressive assortment of colors and varieties\, including the tall bearded irises for which the annual sale is especially well known. \nExperienced iris growers will be available to answer questions\, help shoppers select varieties\, and provide printed information about planting and caring for irises. \nAn Excellent Choice for Central Coast Gardens\nIrises are especially well suited to gardens in the Monterey Bay region. They bloom spectacularly in spring\, require relatively little summer water once established\, and thrive in our mild climate. \nWith plenty of sunlight\, well-drained soil\, and a little seasonal care\, irises can provide years of colorful blooms. They are also easy to divide and share\, making them a rewarding choice for both beginning and experienced gardeners. \nHow to Plant Iris Rhizomes\nLate summer and early fall—particularly August and September—are ideal times to plant iris rhizomes in our area. Planting during this period allows the rhizomes to establish roots before cooler weather arrives. \nChoose a location with well-drained soil and at least six hours of sunlight each day. \nDig a wide\, shallow hole and create a small mound of soil in the center. Place the rhizome on top of the mound and gently spread the roots around it. Cover the roots with soil\, leaving the upper surface of the rhizome exposed or only barely covered. Planting too deeply can prevent the iris from blooming properly. \nSpace rhizomes approximately 18 to 24 inches apart\, depending on the variety and the amount of room available. \nWater thoroughly after planting and keep the soil lightly moist—not soggy—until new roots and leaves begin to grow. Once established\, irises generally require less frequent watering. \nIf your garden has sandy soil\, adding compost can help improve moisture retention. Heavy soils may benefit from amendments that improve drainage. \nFertilizing and Seasonal Care\nApply a balanced\, low-nitrogen fertilizer in late winter and again several weeks before bloom. Avoid placing fertilizer directly against the rhizome. \nIn the Monterey Bay area\, most irises bloom during April and May. After flowering\, remove spent bloom stalks\, but allow the green leaves to remain so they can continue nourishing the rhizome for the following year. \nJoin the Monterey Bay Iris Society\nThe Monterey Bay Iris Society welcomes gardeners of all experience levels. The group meets on the third Friday evening of each month and offers opportunities to learn from experienced growers\, discover new iris varieties\, and connect with other local gardening enthusiasts. \nFor membership information\, contact Brenda Wood at (831) 818-4515 or visit the Monterey Bay Iris Society’s website. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to take home locally grown iris rhizomes—and plenty of expert advice—at the Aptos Farmers Market on Saturday\, August 8.
URL:https://montereybayfarmers.org/events/monterey-bay-iris-society-rhizome-sale
LOCATION:Aptos Farmers Market | Cabrillo College\, Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aptos Farmers Market
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