Going Local-The Bradford Market

 

A couple of weeks ago,

sister and I ventured to a new

"off-the-beaten path" place.

Another friend had mentioned it in passing,

but it sounded right up our alley,

so we decided to visit.

It turned out to be only minutes

from sister's home in Concord.

The Bradford Market has been in business

for over 100 years.

They proudly carry only local products

of the highest quality.

This includes homemade items from local artisans,

farmers and small businesses.

This building, which houses the bookstore,

is a cabin that surely must have seen many changes.

Shelves of books,

as well as locally made soaps, lotions and

other toiletry items were found

in this quaint little lodge.

On the day we visited,

the weather was quite lovely,

but couldn't you just imagine a roaring fire

warming customers as they perused titles?

The grounds are also home to a beautiful

garden, where one can stroll,

or enjoy a meal at one of the picnic tables.

A plan has been made to return when spring flowers

will be bursting forth with fresh blossoms.

We picked up a few plants from the nursery section

of the market.

There were so many unique items on display,

and sister and I both agree that we want

to return again and again

to support this local business.

The produce looked amazingly fresh 

and the bread and sweets had us drooling.

Another fabulous find

here in Central North Carolina.

It was wonderful to be able to venture out again

after several years of restricted outings.

And getting to spend the day with one of my favorite people,

what a blessing.