North Asheville Tailgate Market looking for volunteers

Jason Sandford

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Press release here from loyal reader Jessie:

Want to help support local food producers? Do you have two hours on Saturday mornings?

The North Asheville Tailgate Market is seeking volunteers for the remainder of the 2011 season. NATM is the area’s oldest producers-only market, offering 100% local food and craft items for over thirty years. Each Saturday morning, NATM connects hundreds of customers with more than forty local vendors at our location on the beautiful UNCA campus.

Volunteers are needed from 9 to 11 every Saturday morning. Duties will include directing vehicle traffic to overflow parking during periods of peak volume, keeping the handicap parking area accessible to patrons who need it, creating a welcoming environment for market visitors, and assisting with special events, such as our monthly gift basket drawings.

Volunteers should be 16 years old or older (16-18 with parent present), with the ability to be on their feet outdoors in summer weather conditions. We welcome those who can volunteer for one market or for multiple dates. Volunteers are invited to come early or stay late to shop and meet our vendors.

Interested volunteers should contact Jessie Shires by email at [email protected] or call 505-417-3290. For more information about the market, visit NATM’s website, www.northashevilletailgatemarket.org.