Final Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand at Raleigh City Farm
One last Wednesday to show up, stock up, and support a good mission.
Shannon
October 23, 2025
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This Wednesday (October 29) is the final Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand of the season at Raleigh City Farm (4–7pm), and it’s a great chance to pick up fresh produce like basil, collards, okra, peppers, tomatoes, and even bouquets — all grown right onsite. Just choose what you’d like and pay what you can: the suggested price, a little less, or a little more to help support food access for the community.
Curious what’s coming off the vines this week? You can preview the harvest lineup here before you go.
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