June 01, 2015
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Everyone should be able to afford healthy food.
The Food Trust and the Greater Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger are teaming up for a healthy food drive at the Fairmount Farmers Market Thursday, June 4. "Eat Healthy, Give Healthy!" will bring live music and activities to the popular market from 3 to 7 p.m.
Anyone shopping there during this time will be able purchase and donate fresh produce to food pantries that benefit low-income families in Fairmount. Those who donate will be entered into a raffle for gift certificates and experiences from local businesses.
Two 30-minute yoga classes will be taught during the drive and are free and open to the public. Live music and nutrition education workshops round out the afternoon activities.
