Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Donna Deaner - Vendor Spotlight

Name: Donna Deaner
Products: “A little bit of everything.” Donna offers perennial and annual plants/seedlings. BBQ/Grilling, Smoothies and drink “mixes in a cone.” Her Lemon Oatmeal Pancake Mix is a local favorite. She brings veggies from her garden in season – tomatoes, beans, pumpkins and gourds. She has many fresh baked goodies and snack mixes too. Donna enjoys crafting and has cross stitch cards and crochet dishcloths available too.
Biographical Snapshot: Mrs. Deaner has lived in Riner, VA for the last 30 years. She is a native of Maryland. She has taught Special Education at Shawsville Middle School for the past 9 years; her students adore her. “Gardening and Cross Stitch are my passion.” She has a daughter who is a Radford Alum and lives in Richmond. Donna has been at the Radford market since 2001.
How did you get started with gardening and crafts?
I’m a busy beaver. It started with our farm we were in the pumpkin business, but we branched out every year. I’m crafty and enjoy doing crafts.
What’s the best thing about the Radford Farmer’s Market?
“The people. Folks stay awhile and visit. Many older folks wait for friends so they can shop together. Recently we’ve been having more young people and I’m so happy about that. There is more variety at the market. I like being here – it’s my relaxation. “



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