Alternate Location Alert
April 5, 2025: We’re moving to Indian Creek Trailhead Park!
About Us
Answers to questions you’ve always wanted to ask Sophia:
Any fun facts? I can attempt to do a split while in a headstand (keyword: attempt), I can speak 3 languages, I have an obsession with bats, and corgis are my favorite breed of dog because of their tiny legs and big energy!
Vegetable you could take in a fight (no prep)? Definitely a radish because I could just grab it by the stem, maybe swing it around, overall a super easy win.
WWFM vendor you could take in a fight (with prep time)? Although I don't plan on fighting any vendors anytime soon, I think I could take on Robbie's Chicken if given the chance.
Most overrated anime? Please don't hate on me for this but, demon slayer, and yes I did watch it and the art style is super cool but if I can't stay focused then I usually would think it's overrated. (sorry to any fans but I am an AOT fan)
Least favorite animal? Although all animals provide in some way for the environment and I appreciate their contribution, my least favorite is definitely sharks. They are my biggest fear and even thinking about them right now makes me wince.
Horsepower? 1,000 feels only right but it could go for both my dream car and energy level.
Character fault people may not know about? This is hard to admit but even though I try to be more confident in meeting new people, I still feel shy so I gradually open up the more you get to know me! I always just try to be myself but slowly open it up the more I feel comfortable in doing so.
How have your views on what it means to live a fulfilling life changed over time? When I was younger, I thought fulfillment meant checking off big accomplishments that everyone else was doing; school, job, etc. But now, I think it’s more about small, meaningful moments such as connecting with others, being part of a community, spending quality time in nature, and doing things that challenge me and bring satisfaction. Fulfillment feels less like a finish line and more like a steady rhythm that I can keep up with.
Is there another farmers market manager out there who you look up to and/or respect? The managers/owners at Holl & Stone in Garner, NC. What they have done with their family farm property, turning it into a local sustainable farmers market, is incredible. Their New Zealand ice cream is also very delicious and the alpacas are so cute! I mainly just like that they keep it local and have a family feel to it so I always recommend it if you are in the area.
Western Wake Farmers Market, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to improve the resiliency of the local food system by increasing the participation of the community in local food consumption, and operating a robust marketplace that allows local food producers to earn a better living.
WWFM was established in 2009 by a group of Cary moms with the goal of feeding their families high-quality, delicious, local food. They set out to build a conveniently located, producer-only farmers market for their community. The market is unique in that it was founded and is run by an all-volunteer board made up of local consumers and community members.
In September 2013, Western Wake Farmers Market and The Town of Morrisville came together to address an opportunity. WWFM knew we would be displaced – due to development - from our initial location in Carpenter Village. ToM saw an opportunity to create an amenity that would serve the community for generations to come. Hence, leveraging a grant from The John Rex Endowment, and bringing in the Morrisville Community Garden as an additional collaborator, the Town of Morrisville Healthy Food Hub was born.
Following the “Covid years” of 2020-2022, the WWFM leadership team was restructured in 2023 to better explore opportunities for community engagement, civic partnerships, and vendor participation, both independently and in collaboration with the Town of Morrisville.
Leadership
WWFM is governed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors.
BoD members and community volunteers meet monthly to set policy, support vendors, promote the market, and foster engagement with our customers and civic partners.
Questions or comments may be directed to Board@westernwakefarmersmarket.org.
Daily operations and communications, including our weekly newsletter, are overseen by our Market Manager Intern, Sophia Norris.
A bit about me: I enjoy going hiking, especially to find a secret waterfall back in WNC. I also enjoy doing yoga, collaging, and being with my pets. My background in Ag started young as my family in Brazil are all cattle and coffee farmers which is where I learned the lifestyle of a farmer and loved it. Throughout the years I volunteered at many food pantries and better understood how important access to healthy food is for a community. I'm so excited to share my interests and maybe learn new ones as this summer's market manager. ”
Please feel free to reach out to Sophia at intern@westernwakefarmersmarket.org if you have any questions or ideas about WWFM.
Western Wake Farmers Market
We aim to make fresh produce accessible to all families in our community.
