Looking for something green-related to do this weekend? Look no further than our own Green Community Calendar.
Dunedin Green Market- Every Friday; 8 am- 1 pm. The Dunedin Green Market is located in Pioneer Park at the cross streets of Douglas Avenue and Main Street in Downtown Dunedin and runs every Friday.
Tampa Downtown Market- Fridays October-May; 10 am-2 pm. The vision of the Tampa Downtown Market is to provide local residents and businesses of the community with the freshest, highest quality, most nutritious, and most reasonably priced food & gourmet products. The mission of the Tampa Downtown Market is to serve as a community-gathering place where local farmers, producers, and artisans can offer fresh agricultural and related products to generate a sense of local pride and further the economic development of Downtown Tampa. With a strong focus on sustainability, the Tampa Downtown Market intends to provide a vehicle to educate the community on the importance of good health as we create more business opportunities and residential benefits. Located in Lykes Gaslight Square- Tampa St. & Kennedy Blvd., Downtown Tampa.
Open House at Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center- Thursday, December 3 and Friday, December 4; all day. Join us for free yoga classes, a free cup of tea, and free chair massage. Friday's open house includes a free evening laughter yoga class to de-stress from your week. 120 S. Howard Ave., Tampa. 813-258-0458 raydiancewellness.com
Ellenton Farmers Market- Saturdays; 8 am – 1 pm. Ellenton Farmers’ Market will be the largest year-round market in florida that specializes in "green" natural, organic and environmentally friendly products that makes for a healthier lifestyle and a better environment. Located just North of the Prime Outlet Mall in Ellenton, Florida (exit 224, Old Exit 43, off I – 75).
St. Pete Saturday Morning Market- Every Saturday; 9 am to 2 pm. Downtown St. Petersburg in the Al Lang Stadium parking lot / 1st Ave. S and 1st St. Open October 3 through May 29.
Guided Hike at Weedon Island Preserve- Every Saturday; 9-11 am. Guided hikes through coastal mangrove and upland ecosystems of the Preserve are held on most Saturdays of the month. Join us to learn about the coastal environment and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve. Be sure to bring water and a snack for this 2-hour hike. A hat and closed-toe shoes are also recommended. Reserve your space by 2 pm on the Friday prior to the tour of choice. This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Recommended ages: 6 and up. Weedon Island Preserve- 1800 Weedon Drive N.E. St. Petersburg, FL 33702. (727) 453-6500.
Guided Hike at Brooker Creek Preserve- Every Saturday; 9-11 am. Take a walk through time each Saturday morning on a guided hike along the Education Center Trail. Join us for this 0.75 mile walk as we look at how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left by those changes. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are a must, and water and a hat are recommended. Pre-registration is required by 12:00 noon on the Friday before the hike. Admission: Free. All ages welcome – children younger than 6 may find this hike challenging. 3940 Keystone Rd. Tarpon Springs, FL 34688. (727) 453-6800.
Ybor Saturday Market- Every Saturday; 9 am-3 pm (year-round). You’ll be sure to find great produce at great prices, gourmet foods and sauces, fresh baked breads, fresh eggs, prepared foods, orchids, herbs and plants, pet treats, honey, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more. Centennial Park at the corner of Eighth Avenue and 19th Street, Ybor.
Land O’Lakes Saturday Market- Every Saturday; 9 am-2 pm. The Land O’Lakes Saturday Market is a weekly community event with live music and a threefold mission: 1. To foster a healthy and productive lifestyle of “buy fresh, buy local” by facilitating the connection of local food producers with local consumers.; 2. To promote the development of local green businesses, as well as artists and craftsmen.; 3. To bring our community together for networking and fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Land O’ Lakes Saturday Market donates profits to the Heritage Park Foundation and the Suncoast Harvest Food Bank. We are located at the Land O’ Lakes Community Center, on the west side of US 41 – Land O’ Lakes Blvd., three miles north of SR 54 (across from the Land O’ Lakes Post Office- Directions).
Brandon Fresh Market- Every Saturday (through May); 10am-2 pm. You’ll discover a wonderful variety of fresh produce, gourmet food, baked goods, plants including orchids and fresh herbs, plus handmade items that you won’t find anywhere else. The market now has a permanent location on the south side of Bloomingdale between Kings and Providence in front of the Winthrop Old Pole Barn.
Florida Institute of Noetic Sciences presents Global Sustainability with Edgar Mitchell ScD IONS Founder & Lunar Astronaut- Saturday, December 5; 10 am – 5 pm. Earth is at a "tipping point", consciousness is shifting. This heartful gathering will be a day to honor and celebrate our common work. In World Café (www.theworldcafe.com/) and Open Space (www.openspaceworld.org) dialogue, we will share what we passionately care about, what makes us feel alive and happy, what inspires us to make a difference. Unitarian-Universalist Church- 11400 Morris Bridge Road Tampa, FL 33637. 813-988-8188 http://www.uutampa.org. $40 per person/$55 at the door (cash or check- payable to SCIONS by Dec 1st: Linda Campi, 11725 Woodbridge Blvd, Seminole FL 33772-2212).
2nd Annual Dog Gone Healthy Pet Fair- Saturday, December 5; 10 am-3 pm. Over 25 tents/booths outside featuring dog/cat food and pet products companies, pet rescue groups, and much more. Dog Gone Holisitc- 5620 FishHawk Crossing Blvd., Lithia. 813-651-0842 http://www.doggoneholistic.biz/index.htm
Cooking with Kids Class at Sweetwater Farm- Sunday, December 6th; 10am – 12pm. Don’t miss Julie Barreda-Bruyn's next workshop "Cooking With Kids" at Sweetwater Organic Community Farm. Julie will discuss kitchen etiquette, safety & hygiene and prepare a simple, yet fun meal from food harvested right out of our garden! This workshop will not involve cooking with heat, we will be preparing fresh raw foods in the garden! $10 suggested love donation. 6942 W. Comanche Ave, Tampa.
St. Pete Grand Central Green Market & Street Fair- Sunday, December 6; 11 am-3 pm. The Grand Central District Green Market and Street Fair is held the 1st Sunday of every month from 11am-3pm, on Central Avenue between 24th and 27th streets. This month there will be a holiday decor and clothing swap. There is a variety of artisans, crafters and food vendors. While shopping in Grand Central District stop in and check out the local antique stores or visit one of the many restaurants in the district. Interested in being a vendor? Visit our website at http://www.grandcentraldistrict.org/. For more information, please contact: Aviva Bowman, Coordinator; 727-328-7086, gcda@grandcentraldistrict.org
Sweetwater Organic Community Farm’s Sunday Market- Every Sunday (through May); 12-4 pm. Our on-site market features organic produce harvested fresh from our own farm, as well as organic fruits and veggies from other farms. Every week you can enjoy native plants, organic vegetable transplants, and unique products from ‘green’ vendors and artisans including; fresh baked goods, local honey, homemade soaps, handmade jewelry, organic coffees, veggie burgers and fruit smoothies. You can also enjoy our wonderful ‘Sweetwater Sunday Music Series’ featuring some of the best local musicians and our popular ‘open mic’. So come check it out! Shop for your produce and environmentally-friendly products, have a picnic lunch, meet like-minded individuals, and enjoy our orchard and gardens under the trees all while listening to some great live music! Bring your friends, family, and leashed dogs. It’s a great way to support local programs, agriculture and business. 6942 W. Comanche Ave, Tampa.
Be sure to check out our guide to the weekly green/farmers' markets in the Tampa Bay Area!
This article appears in Dec 9-15, 2009.