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Looking for a Social Media Conference?

Looking for a Social Media Conferen...

Posted by on Mar 19, 2013 | 0 comments
2012 was the year I became a “marketer” for the Market.  I had already created Facebook and Twitter accounts for the market, but neither of my college degrees prepared me for Social Media.  As a result, I attended three...
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Processed Free March, are you in?

Processed Free March, are you in?

Posted by on Mar 16, 2013 | 2 comments
Through Instagram, I found Laury Raiken who writes The Fitness Dish blog.  During the month of March she is doing a challenge called “Processed Free March”.  There are no giveaways for this challenge.  Her goal is simply to...
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February Training Recap and Xtrain ...

Posted by on Mar 3, 2013 | 2 comments
Another month done in preparation for Athleta Iron Girl’s half marathon in April.  February started with big plans of multiple running days and completion of the Nike+ training xbox video game.  As the month went on, I kept on my...
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Florida Strawberry Festival –...

Posted by on Mar 1, 2013 | 1 comment
February 28th marked the beginning of the 2013 Florida Strawberry Festival.  The Florida Strawberry Festival will run for ten days through March 10th.  Parkesdale Farms has been a part of the Florida Strawberry Festival since the 60s....
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Happy 1 year Blog Anniversary!

Posted by on Feb 25, 2013 | 10 comments
I struggled with the decision to start blogging for about two years.  I wanted to make sure I had a good mental idea of what the blog would be about before starting.  I also wanted to make sure I didn’t “burn out” too...
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Are you Heart Healthy?

Posted by on Feb 21, 2013 | 2 comments
February is not just for Valentine’s Day.  It is also American Heart Month.  Heart disease kills more women than all cancers combined, yet most women are not aware of the symptoms.  According to the American Heart Association,...
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Pick your own strawberries

Posted by on Feb 14, 2013 | 3 comments
Would you like to pick your own strawberries?  If you are ready to spend a day with some succulent, juicy berries and you are not afraid of a little bit of dirt, then it’s almost time to head on out to Hillsborough County and find...
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Strawberries for Valentine’s Day

Strawberries for Valentine’s ...

Posted by on Feb 9, 2013 | 1 comment
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s time to start thinking or at least “pinning” some ideas on how to incorporate strawberries.  Strawberries for Valentine’s day are perfect.  Better than roses if...
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Half Marathon Training IronGirl

Posted by on Feb 3, 2013 | 6 comments
On January 17, 2013, I passively set a goal to run the Iron Girl half marathon in Clearwater this April.  I say “passively” because December through April is our busy season at the market.  We work 6 days a week and our...
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Plants to grow in your backyard

Posted by on Feb 1, 2013 | 0 comments
I’ve only been using our container vegetable garden for about 2 years.   I’m always wondering and researching what plants to grow next.  Last year, most plants were starter plants either from the market or from our local...
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Parkesdale Market is located at 3702 W Baker St (formerly known as US HWY 92) in Plant City Fl. From May to September, we are open Tuesday to Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. From October to April, we are open seven days a week from 9 am to 6 pm. You may reach us at (813) 754-2704 or toll free at (888) 311-1701.
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