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The Fresh Market Opens In Avon


ffering a “European” shopping experience is what Avon’s new Fresh Market is all about, according to Avon store manager Don Desro- siers. Sandwiched between a few major grocery stores, you would expect Fresh Market to be different, and it does not disappoint.


The focus is definitely on “fresh.” Gorgeous produce greets you on entering the store. The store features all the departments you would hope for — delicatessen, bakery, seafood, sushi bar, gourmet cheese, and more. Groceries on the shelves, such as pasta, canned goods, and body care items,include gourmet, European, or Fresh Market’s own brands. On a recent visit, the store had a busy but relaxed atmosphere with curious customers sampling everything from fresh-brewed Tanzanian


Peaberry coffee to Cathedrale de Meaux Brie. Store manager Desrosiers emphasized that the store’s 90 employees are trained to offer “above average” customer service. This was borne out in all areas of the store, as questions were greeted by knowledgeable, outgoing staff with of- fers to taste-test goodies. The bulk food area —dried fruits and veggies, nuts, and a huge selection of candy — is downright seductive. The store, which opened on Route 44 in February, is the newest in The Fresh Market chain, based in Greensboro, North Carolina. It has 115 stores in 26 states, although the Avon store is only the second in Connecticut. Visit www.thefreshmarket.com for additional information, advice, and online ordering services. Submitted by Margaret M. Painter.


Celebrate National Infertility Awareness Week®


Family of My Own Fertility & Adoption Conference to benefit RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, will make their Tri-State debut to kick-off National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW) on Saturday, April 21, 2012 in Rye Brook, NY. A Family of My Own (AFOMO) will begin their first national tour making four stops nationwide showcasing local and nationally recog- nized, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors to those wanting to become parents. The event features three tracks and 18 educational seminars dealing with topics such as third party and surrogate services, starting the adoption process and preparing your body to have a baby through holistic treatments. The day will also include a time for Q & A as well as interactive workshops. AFOMO will donate a portion of the registra- tion fees to RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, a non-profit that exists to improve the lives of people with infertility Event tickets are $20 per person and may be purchased online at www.AFamilyofMyOwn.com or by calling (914) 393-9221. Register early for discounts and to be eligible for special drawings.


A Burn Calories for Operation Fuel I


n an effort to help Connecticut families who are struggling to pay their energy bills, Operation Fuel will hold its third annual Burn Calories for Fuel 10K and 5K on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the Metropolitan Learning Center in Bloomfield. Walkers are encouraged to participate. “As part of Operation Fuel’s 35th anniversary, we want Burn Calories for Fuel to help raise awareness of the home energy affordability crisis that affects one out of every five Connecticut households. Many of the people we help have young children or are elderly and living on a fixed income,” says Operation Fuel’s Executive Director Patricia Wrice. Burn Calories for Fuel will start at 9 a.m. at the Metropolitan Learning Center on 1551 Blue Hills Avenue in Bloomfield. Registration begins at 8 a.m. There also will be a chili challenge after the race. For more information and to register, go to www.hartfordmarathon.com.


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Connecticut’s Largest Earth Day Celebration


pril 21st will mark the 18th annual Earth Day celebrated in Woodbury, CT, and this year it will be brought to you by the


Woodbury Business and Economic Development Committee (WBEDC), and sponsored in part by New Morning Market. The theme this year is ‘Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle’. “The celebration has always been one of the largest, free events


of its kind”, says New Morning owner John Pittari. “And with it con- tinuing to grow in size and popularity each year, the next logical step was to involve the town of Woodbury in the execution. They were excited when we approached them and jumped in with both feet.” The 2012 Woodbury Earth Day Celebration will carry on with


that 17 year old tradition with New Morning, while offering the expansive and beautiful setting of Hollow Park, for exhibitors and guests to explore and celebrate natural and organic living.


6 Natural Nutmeg April 2012


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