The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market (CAFFM), in Foley, will welcome spring with its third annual Coastal Garden Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on February 28.
Shoppers can browse garden starts and seeds and get expert tips from the Baldwin County Master Gardeners to kick-start their own gardens. Artisans will showcase handmade raised garden beds, yard art and other items perfect for patios and outdoor spaces. Visitors can also stop by their favorite produce, meat, seafood and baked-good vendors while soaking up the festival atmosphere.
CAFFM Market Manager Alescia Forland says the event is designed to help the community shake off winter and maybe even try something new.
“We love that our friends and neighbors stop by every week to pick up their produce,” says Forland. “But we want them to know we’re not the only ones that can grow something special. We want to give our community the confidence to try gardening, whether it’s pretty flowers to cut and put in their homes or fresh veggies to feed their families. We are here to help you get started.”
The city of Foley will also be holding its annual Arbor Day celebration on site at 1 p.m., and will be giving away hundreds of free trees to the public. Organizers encourage attendees to arrive early, shop the market, enjoy the Coastal Garden Festival and then join the Arbor Day festivities. Location: 781 Farmers Market Ln., Foley, AL. CAFFM is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call Alescia Forland at 251-709-4469 or visit CoastalAlabamaMarket.com.Â
