FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Contact: Sharman Ghio November 4, 2011 -  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  - 425.883.2400

HOLIDAY FARMERS MARKET SUPPORTS LOCAL MERCHANTS AND OFFERS FAMILIES PLACE TO SWAP WINTER WEAR

(Redmond, WA) – Orange Blossom Society™ and Aspiring Youth have partnered to offer a free Holiday Farmers Market event to local families on Saturday December 3 from 11am-1pm. The event will feature local farms and merchants providing families an opportunity to learn new recipes, taste locally grown food, and create crafts. Young adults from the Aspiring Youth Program will be helping to organize and facilitate the event. “This provides an opportunity for the young adults of our program to build project management and entrepreneurial skills as they enter the work arena,” says Ben Wahl, Program Director of Aspiring Youth.

A winter clothing swap for children ages 12m-10yrs will also be a part of the event. Suggested swap items include winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, boots and ski wear. Families who wish to participate are invited to bring clothing at the beginning of the event, enjoy event activities and then ‘shop the swap’ towards the end of the event. Donations of gently used toys will also be accepted for the Orange Blossom Society community play space. “We love the things this event supports; sustainable living, building community, and supporting local business. So clean-up your closets and come on by with winter clothing and toys and have fun while supporting local independent businesses”, adds Sharman Ghio, Managing Director of Orange Blossom Society.

The following local merchants will be featured during the event:

Rockridge Orchards and Cidery will have jugs of cider, as well as delicious hot cider by the cup. www.rockridgeorchards.com

Firebird Chocolate will offer a cooking demonstration and have chocolate and coffee samples and sales. www.firebirdchocolate.com

The event will take place at Orange Blossom Society at 16715 NE 79^th Street in Redmond. Orange Blossom Society will offer crafts for kids and a chance for parents to tour the facility and meet the staff. For more information please visit www.orangeblossomsociety.com or call 425-883-2400.

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About Orange Blossom Society

Orange Blossom Society: A place where kids can blossom while their parents recharge and reconnect. Located in a classic craftsman house in downtown Redmond on ½ acre, Orange Blossom Society has a welcoming environment offering indoor & outdoor activities such as: meet-up space, arts enrichment, gardening, yoga, plus language, math, music, and special needs support through partnerships. Memberships and drop-in packages are available. www.orangeblossomsociety.com 

About Aspiring Youth

Aspiring Youth provides innovative social skills groups and summer camps for young people ages eight and up who have Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, learning disabilities and similar traits. Some of our students are shy, some are quirky and some are twice exceptional. Our group facilitators provide guidance and great activities to help these wonderful young people as they navigate the social world. We are nationally accredited and a 501c3 not-for-profit agency. www.aspiringyouth.net