1. It is the social event of the week! You see so many people you know, and get to meet people you don't know, all while supporting local farmers and vendors and listening to great music. It's such a great time!
2. It has been a huge educational tool for our community. I see and hear people looking at and tasting new foods, and educating themselves on what it means to eat healthy and local. Waco didn't have many options before the market opened and now we do, and I truly believe it's making us think about our food sources more and more.
3. It has been a wonderful financial boost for the vendors involved. As part of World Hunger Relief, Inc., I've gotten to see first hand how our organization has benefitted, and we all know buying local usually means that money goes back in to the local economy. Everyone wins!
Thanks! Come visit! You'll be glad you did.