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  • ZoZo Fresh

    ZoZo Fresh

    Say hi to Anastasia & Trevor Taggart!

    About ZoZo Fresh

    We are a family-owned business dedicated to promoting health and wellness. Our passion lies in crafting drinks that offer a holistic approach to enhancing overall health and well-being. Committed to sustainability, we operate as a zero-waste company and pride ourselves on innovative thinking.

    When did you first get started?

    In 2016, we embarked on our journey in a modest shared space. Our initial focus centered on selling our products at farmers markets, a platform that facilitated direct interaction with our customers and provided invaluable feedback.

    Recognizing the opportunity to enhance people’s lives through education on health and wellness, we remained steadfast in our commitment. Each passing year has seen us grow, reinvesting in our company to continually refine and deliver the finest products possible.

    What inspired you to start your business?

    Our inspiration sprouted from our shared passion for both food and health—two facets of life from which everyone can derive benefit. Our daughter Zoe served as our greatest muse, igniting within us the desire to cultivate a wholesome lifestyle that we could pass on to her.

    Witnessing the prevalence of chemicals and fast food in society, we recognized a pressing need to aid others in navigating towards healthier choices. After all, feeling good is paramount in life, prompting us to prioritize what we consume and dedicate ourselves to making each day the best it can be.

    What is your favorite thing to make/produce?

    In addition to our juices, we take pride in the by-products we craft from our pulp. Our hummus and protein balls offer not only a nutritious addition to your diet but also contribute to our sustainability efforts. By repurposing all of our pulp, we aim to minimize our impact on the planet while creating a tastier, more sustainable world.

    Where are you from/where did you grow up?

    I call Alaska my home, but have lived all over the pacific northwest before venturing to Texas. My wife Anastasia comes from Germany, and also has lived in many parts of the world.

    Share a fun fact about yourself you’d like your customers to know!

    Feel free to inquire about our extensive travels across the globe! Our experiences have broadened our perspectives and enriched our understanding of life in profound ways!

    Clock to see their menu!


    Shop Local, Win Prizes

    Get your FREE Don’t Buy Food From Strangers Loyalty Punch Card at the GOFM Info booth to learn more!

  • 2/11 – Once Upon a Story Thyme

    2/11 – Once Upon a Story Thyme

    If you can bay leaf it, February just got even butter with “Once Upon a Story Thyme,” a morning of stories read by local community big dills.

    Join us as each friend reads children’s stories to provide encouragemint, laughs and sage wisdom for audiences of all ages. No need to herb your enthusiasm–bring everyone you know!

    Stories start at 10:00 AM & each of our friends will read 1 book!

    Our Oregaknow-It-Alls:

    • Nikki Hargis-Melford, Student Life Program Specialist at UTMB

    • Jonathan Warren, The Future is Us

    Whisk yourself away for a morning of enchantment at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market, where storytelling and community emulsify. We can’t wait to see you there!

    Date & Time:

    Sunday, February 11

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    Location:

    3304 Market

  • What’s at Market: 2/4/24

    What’s at Market: 2/4/24

    This Sunday:

    • UTMB Kid’s Club returns with their 1st Sunday of the Month schedule, and they’re bringing a one-of-a-melon Valentine’s Day cards craft station!

    Live Music: Ladybird


    FRUITS, VEGGIES & Plants

    Daphodill Farm

    Grow4Health

    Mushroom Factory * Also has Eggs

    Sustainable Garden (tentative)




    CRAFT Artisan VENDORS

    Full of Intention


    A few vendor updates:

    • Melat’s Provisions is joining us for the first time this Sunday! Give her & her yummy-licious doughnuts a warm welcome!


  • Real Food Project Community Meal at ACCT – March

    Real Food Project Community Meal at ACCT – March

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot.

    • This Month’s Theme is Mardi Gras

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    Questions?

    Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, March 21

    11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (11:30 AM Drop Off)

    Access Care of Coastal Texas (ACCT)

    Address: 707 23rd St, Galveston, TX 77550

  • Real Food Project Community Meal  at Gulf Breeze – March

    Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – March

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot/

    • This Month’s Theme is Mardi Gras

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    If you’d like to make a side dish for this — follow the below instructions:

    Questions? Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, March 7

    4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (4:30 PM Drop Off)

    Gulf Breeze Apartments

    Address: 1211 21st ST Galveston, TX 77550

  • 2/4 – Register to Vote at GOFM

    2/4 – Register to Vote at GOFM

    In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!

    It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.

    You are eligible to register to vote if:

    • US citizen

    • Resident of the county where you apply

    • At least 18 years old on Election Day

    • Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)

    • Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights

    See if you’re already registered here>

    Dates:

    February 4

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market


    key dates

    The election is Saturday, May 4, 2024

    7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

    Early Voting Dates

    Monday, April 24 – Friday, April 28

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Monday, May 1 – Tuesday, May 2

    7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • What’s at Market: 1/28/24

    What’s at Market: 1/28/24

    This Sunday:

    • Give, receive & share with the Buy Nothing Group! Bring up to 2 gently-used items you’d like to gift, and peruse the items left by others. Get the 1-2-3s on how this works here >

    • RCC Imagination Station is back up and running on the every 4th Sunday rotation! Create something fun while learning all the good things Resource & Crisis Center is doing for our community.

    Live Music: Robert Kuhn from Galvezton


    FRUITS, VEGGIES & Plants

    Daphodill Farm

    Mushroom Factory * Also has Eggs

    Sustainable Garden (tentative)

    Grow4Health




    CRAFT Artisan VENDORS

    None this week! Check back 2/4 for Full of Intention & new Craft Artisan vendor Kristen Anne Fibers!



  • 2/25 – Step into the New. Year!

    2/25 – Step into the New. Year!

    Check out what our McGuire Dent Recreation Center has to offer! Learn more about the facility, classes offered, and what memberships are like for residents.

    Plus at 10 AM at the market, there will be a free workout class with Amberly, one of their instructors!

    Dates:

    February 25, 2024

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Step Class by Amberly! All are welcomed!

    Location:

    The Depot on Market

    3304 Market, Galveston, TX 77550


    About McGuire-Dent Recreation Center

    Located at 2222 28th Street, the McGuire-Dent Recreation Center offers a variety of activities for adults and children. The recreation center features a basketball gym, computer lab, game room, racquetball courts and a variety of fitness equipment. The property also features a large outdoor playground, splash pad, basketball court and tennis courts.

    Learn more>

  • What’s at Market: 1/21/24

    What’s at Market: 1/21/24

    This Sunday:

    • Burnet Elementary will be at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market collecting hygiene products to support the third and fourth graders! This initiative aims to educate students on the significance of good hygiene practices. Check out the list here>

    • Find your inner artist and celebrate the season with a monthly rotating creative arts & crafts activities for the whole family with Galveston Arts Center!

    Live Music: Phil Lerma


    FRUITS, VEGGIES & Plants

    Daphodill Farm

    Mushroom Factory * Also has Eggs

    Sustainable Garden

    Grow4Health





    A few vendor updates:

    • Smash & Squeeze on break until mid-Feb (with the warmer weather we hope)

    • Chef Mary’s on a little hiatus – if you’ve been missin’ them, do check out their newly expanded space – it’s WOWZA!


  • 1/28 – Buy Nothing

    1/28 – Buy Nothing

    Give & receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through a worldwide network of micro-local gift economies.

    It is as easy as 1-2-3:

    1. Bring what you would like to give. ((No perishable food items & please not a ton of things! 1-2 items per person))

    2. Take what you need or want.

    3. Any items left will be donated.

    It is give, take, or both! We give out of abundance with no expectation of anything in return.

    We do not encourage trading/bartering/buying/selling (as that is gifting with expectation of receiving).

    Dates:

    January 28, 2024

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market, 77550)


    About the Buy Nothing.

    Give Freely. Share creatively.

    Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BuyNothingProject/

    We offer members a way to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through a worldwide network of micro-local gift economies in which the true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who are real-life neighbors. Post anything you’d like to give away, lend, or share in this Buy Nothing community group. Ask for anything you’d like to receive for free or borrow. Keep it legal. Keep it civil.

    Buy Nothing Galveston, TX, is for neighbors on Galveston Island, TX, in the neighborhoods located within our boundaries (Galveston Island).

    If you live here, we’d love to have you join us! You can join one group only, the group where you live, so you can literally “give where you live.” This is what builds community. In this group there is no buying or selling, no trades or bartering, no soliciting for cash. We’re an adult-only, hyper-local gift economy. We are not a charity or community bulletin board.

    Learn more about the The Buy Nothing Project at

    http://buynothingproject.org/