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Friday, April 13, 2012

Oconee Farmers Market Back for 2012 Season

Opening Day is Saturday at its new location -- in front of the Oconee County Courthouse.

It's back and has the potential to be bigger than ever. The Oconee Farmers Market kicks off its ninth season on Saturday. This year organizers say the market will be more visible than in the past because it is moving across the street to the front of the Oconee County Courthouse.  Originally the market occupied the front lawn of Eagle Tavern.  As it grew, it moved to back to accommodate for more vendors.  Now, it will again be seen by passersby on Main Street. "This will hopefully give us a lot more visibility and make people more aware and they stop and by and spend," Vice President of the Market Russ Page said. The number of vendors for which there is space for is almost limitless, according to Page, because it can spread throughout the …

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Oconee Farmers Market, Oconee County Courthouse, Oconee Farmers Market Growing, and 4 more ›

Lee Becker

10:14 pm on Friday, April 13, 2012

The market is set for a great start. Thanks for this nice coverage.   more ›

Monday, December 19, 2011

12 Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas Under $20

Great ideas from local shops that are $20 or less.

  • HOLIDAY GUIDE
  • Monday, December 19, 2011

There are only a few shopping days left before Christmas.  Oconee Patch has the scoop on where you can find some of the best, last minute gift ideas at area businesses. Pricing guide: $ - under $10 $$ - $10- $20 Cupcake Vouchers: Let the recipient choose his favorite from a variety of delicious cupcake flavor combinations at Bee's Knees Bakery and Gifts. Great for slipping into a stocking (the voucher, not the cupcake, of course!).  The bakery also offers boxed brownie gift sets and hand dipped marshmallow pops. Yum!  $ Roll-up Colored Pencil and Crayon Pouches: A unique gift for children who enjoy art, this handmade item can be found at Land Arts Landscape Design and Gallery on Hog Mountain Road. $$ "Deck the Halls" Singing Duo: This …

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Bee's Knees Bakery and Gifts, Jittery Joe's Coffee, Publix Super Market at Butler's Crossing, and 7 more ›

Sarah Peters

3:10 pm on Tuesday, December 20, 2011

I found the perfect last minute gift idea, and it's only as expensive as you want it! http://www.givingbetter.org/giving-blog/give-giving-card-holiday-season Perfect for anyone!   more ›

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