Prepare your taste buds for a refreshing experience as we honor the summer’s favorite fruit – WATERMELON! Join us on Friday August 4th from 5:00PM-7:00PM during First Friday to celebrate local watermelon!
Mouthwatering Watermelon Samples
Indulge in a delightful array of watermelon-based treats! We’ll have samples set up around the store with all things watermelon and watermelon-flavored.
Watermelon Eating Contest
Do you have what it takes to be the watermelon-eating champion? Sign up for our thrilling watermelon eating contest where you’ll see how fast you can eat a slice of watermelon without using your hands! It’s a fun-filled competition that’s open to participants of all ages! We may have multiple rounds of the watermelon eating based on the number of participants. The more, the merrier! So, gather your friends and family and come join the excitement. Prizes await the top three eaters in the total competition, so bring your love for watermelon and your A-game! The contest will begin at 5:30PM.
Community Spirit
Meet and mingle with fellow watermelon enthusiasts from our community. This event is a great opportunity to make new friends, share recipe ideas, and celebrate the joys of local, sustainable, and delicious food!
Check out First Friday!
While you’re here stop in our café and check out our First Friday exhibit by local artist and co-op employee, Emily Johnson!
Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family along, let’s savor the flavors of summer and appreciate the goodness of this refreshing fruit together.
See you on August 4th, and remember – life is sweeter with watermelon! We can’t wait to see you here.