Fast food has taken over the food industry. In the hustle and bustle of today’s world, it’s much easier and faster to simply swing by a fast food restaurant to bring home a quick burger and fries for the family. While eating fast food is fine every now and then, it’s definitely not a great way to remain healthy. In fact, choosing to eat unhealthily every day will begin to take a toll on your body. That’s why it’s extremely important to get your fair share of vegetables and fruits in your diet.
If you enjoy cooking at home, that’s great! By cooking at home, not only will you save money, but you’ll be able to spend more time with your family. It’s a win-win situation. If you’re not used to cooking, how can you learn? First of all, there are countless cookbooks out there you can reference. In addition to that, there are many recipes on the internet that you can try out. This will help you and your family find new foods they enjoy!
To get started eating fresher, we recommend that you visit the Harker Heights Farmers Market. Here, you’ll find a wide array of fruits and veggies to choose from – all at great prices.
About the Farmers Market
The Harker Heights Farmers Market is held every Saturday from May to October at Seton Medical Center Harker Height located at 850 W Centex Expwy. At the market, you’ll find fresh produce from local farmers as well as local foods such as:
- Baked Goods
- Jellies
- Jams
- Honey
- Pickles
- Ingredients
- More!
In addition to food, you’ll find a variety of local vendors at the farmers market. That’s right – you can browse handcrafted items and more! If you’re looking for something unique as a gift for a loved one, the Harker Heights Farmers Market is a great place to support local businesses and take advantage of the beautiful hand-crafted items.
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2019 Themed Market Dates
In addition to offering a large amount of produce and other items, the farmers market offers special themed market dates throughout the year. The remaining themed market dates of 2019 are:
- September 7 – Military Appreciation: All military personnel will receive a 10% discount off their total purchases
- October 5 – Local Hero Appreciation: Firefighters, police officers, and EMTS will receive a 10% discount on their total purchases
- October 26 – Fall Festival: This will be the final Farmers Market of the season. There will be a bounce house, trick-or-treating, and more
As you can see, the Harker Heights Farmers Market is an excellent way to not only find delicious and healthy foods but to also get involved with the community as well. Make new friends, bring your children, and have a great time at the farmers market!