Champaign, OH:  Vacation!

Vacation
All I ever wanted
Vacation
Had to get away…
(The Go-Go’s)

Well, welcome back to all of you, after the market took it’s annual summer vacation, to give both you, and the vendors, a bit of time to relax…

And, as you are all returning to the market, I am leaving on a much needed vacation! I know, I’ve been scarce, this summer, but duty has called, just about every week, since June, with catering, and now…well, now, I am going to relax!!

I’m just coming off of my high school 40th reunion, from last week, so I thought I’d keep the 80s vibe going with this song implant, and well, it’s just such a feel good song to kick off a fresh new market week!

I am opening it up, early, today, because I will be in an airport, this evening, so take advantage, and begin that ordering!!

Pick up will be next Thursday evening! I will be running the market, as always, remotely, while Mark and my dad will be handing out your orders!!

I will see you all the following week!

XOXO,
Cosmic Pam

Independence,VA:  Online Market is OPEN for August 17 pickup!

Happy Wednesday everyone!

This week we are celebrating National Farmer’s Market Week! Without the combined efforts of our vendors, farmers, volunteers and customers, our Farmer’s Market culture would not be possible.

So thank you all for making the Market here in Independence such a resounding success! It’s truly an essential staple of the Grayson County community.

One of the best parts about our Market is that you can shop local online, right? With everything going on this week in the county from the Agriculture Fair to the Fiddler’s Convention to the first week of school, making an order online can save you time and allow you to order things you might be able to get at the in person market. Give it a try if you haven’t yet!

If you’d like to schedule a curbside pickup to conveniently have your box awaiting upon your arrival, please feel free to schedule a time using the Calendly link below. Otherwise, You can drop by and pick up your order inside the office any time on Wednesday August 17, between 4-6 pm.

Thank you, happy shopping!

To shop: https://independencefarmersmarket.locallygrown.net/

Schedule Your Pickup Time (OPTIONAL): Calendly.
After you click “Confirm” on your time, be sure to enter your information and click, “Schedule an Event”. You will get a confirmation e-mail. If you do not receive a confirmation, you are not scheduled and need to try again.

Thank you for supporting the Market!

—Christian

Statesboro Market2Go:  Special Request!

Please take a moment and click to vote and help the Statesboro Farmers Market take the title of America’s favorite farmers market in the 14th Annual America’s Farmers Market Celebration!

Thank you for your support!

Grumpy Goat:  Weblog Entry

Quick message to say the market is open for orders. We have the first of the edamames ready!!! We’ve also added on a couple more varieties of garlic and some shishito peppers. Friday will be the last day to find any beets in the store… after that they are all turning into beet and ginger marmalade!

Fayetteville Farmers' Market:  Yes! Orders Still Open-until Wed 6 am

Nice variety of vegies still available:
potatoes-all shapes, flavors,colors
peppers
garlic
beets
basil
tomatoes-cherry size and large green
squash
cukes
eggplant
Italian parsley—this is not the tough curly inedible type—but a delight to add to dishes
okra
onions
sweet potatoes!

plus other good things—meat, baked goods, cheese, eggs, more—take a look

Order from:

https://fayettevillearkansas.locallygrown.net/market.

easy drive by pickup at Fayetteville library!

Old99Farm Market:  Old 99 Farm week of Aug 7 2022

Quick reminder we have lots of crops ready to harvest. Surf to the online store here to place your order. Store pick up Thurs 4 to 6 or by arrangement.
Vegetable crops now ready to harvest:
Beets
Carrots, bunched
Celery
Collards
Eggplant
Green Chard
Rainbow chard
Kale, Frilly green
Kale, Russian Red
Kale, Nero di Toscano
Onions, Green Bunching
Onions, Sweet Utah, fresh
Peppers, yellow banana
Rhubarb stalks
Tomatoes: red slicing types, cherry type and Yellow Brandywine heirloom
Cucumbers, slicing and pickling
Zucchini: yellow, green and striped.

The loft apartment is still available for rent at $900 a month plus some ‘in-kind’ farm help.

Statesboro Market2Go:  Figs!

Luscious, sweet, and juicy, this week we’re highlighting the fantastic figs available on Market2Go!

Try these fabulous fruits:

• In a stuffing, alongside yellow squash, nuts, and feta cheese for a sweet and spicy bell pepper dish!
• In a cool refreshing smoothie (with yogurt) or milkshake (with ice cream)!
• Roasted with fresh rosemary and sweetened with local honey for an easy and elegant dessert
• Frozen for use later in the year!

Want to try your hand at growing some? Check out the Celeste fig plants from Poor Robin Gardens!

Click to order on Market2Go before 10 on Tuesday night!

Lathemtown Farm Fresh Market:  This Week at the Market

If you’re new to the market – WELCOME! I’ve seen a lot of new faces at the farmstand with the figs bringing in many looking for farm fresh food!

This week we are planting a lot of seeds for fall. Swiss Chard, kale, lettuces, beets, turnips and more. We operate year round – so keep checking in if you don’t see what you like. We also can take requests so if there’s a veggie or green that you’ve wanted to try, we can plant it!

Have a great week!
Farmher Chef Amy

Berea Gardens:  Tomatoes have ripened!

For those of you waiting for tomatoes, Lynnita picked a lot of them this morning. I won’t be taking orders for this week, but we will have plenty on the table when you come through Wednesday. All of them are grown without any pesticides from heirloom seed varieties.

Blessings,
Bob

Siloam Springs, AR:  The Online Market is Open & Kids Day THIS Saturday!

It’s National Farmers Market Week! Our farmers have another great selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, and crafted items available to you this week, so check it out!

The start of school is just around the corner, so help your kids have a great end to their summer by coming out to our August Kids Day this next Saturday. Here are the details:

This Saturday is Kids Day! The Market is open 8am-12pm, with Kids Day from 9am-12pm.

Be sure to “RSVP” those kiddos for the 2022 POP Club!

What does Kids Day look like this year?

1. We brought back the 2 Bite Club! We will be preparing 2 Bite Club samples for each kiddo to taste a different fruit, veggie, or recipe each month, purchased straight from our SSFM Farmers.
2. Each month your kiddos will receive POP tokens to spend with our farmers on veggies and fruits!
3. We will have local non-profits set up with additional activities, just for kids.
4. This will continue to be a FREE and fun event brought to you by Simmons Foods and Arvest Bank!
To participate in this year’s POP Club all you need to do is login to your Locally Grown account (https://siloamsprings.locallygrown.net), click on the Kids Day tab, and add a “Kids Day RSVP” for each participating child to your cart, and check out! This will help us know how many kiddos plan to stop by during Kids Day (please remember that the program is set up for ages 3-12). Don’t forget, you’ll have to “RSVP” each month.

When you arrive at the market on Kids Day, head straight to the Outdoor Farmers Market Hub located in the Memorial Park concession stand from 9am-12pm to participate in POP Club activities. 2 Bite Club, POP tokens pick up, and all other information will be located at the concession stand.Your kiddos will earn their $2 tokens each Kids Day, then be able to shop the Outdoor Market, using their money to purchase fruits, vegetables, or a plant that produces fruit or vegetables. When you pick up your kits, be sure to peruse the market and check out the young entrepreneur Kids Day booths as well!

2022 Kids Days Calendar:

July 9th
August 13th
September 10th
October 15th

Thanks to our Kids Day Sponsor Simmons Foods and Arvest Bank of Siloam Springs!

The Power of Produce (POP) Club provides a fun opportunity for children to engage in the local food system through conversations directly with farmers, educational games and demonstrations, and exposure to new fruits and vegetables. In addition to participating in educational activities, POP Club kids receive POP Club tokens to spend at the market, allowing them to make their own shopping decisions at the market. This program is set-up for ages 3-12.