In 2011, the outdoor farmers market ran from April 11 through November 21 and though at first there was a dearth of farmers by the beginning of May when local crops kicked in we had added 3 vegetable farmers and 1 large fruit farmer.  At the height of the market there were 30 vendors and 500 shoppers each Sunday.  On average the market consisted of 3 to 5 vegetable farmes, 1-2 fruit farmers, grass-fed meat, sustainable seafood, eggs, honey, cheese, wild mushrooms, tea, coffee, pickles, baked goods, ethnic foods, local restaurants, and assorted crafts and jewelry.

The key thing for the farmers market is to provide enough options for individual shoppers, not to overly limit what's available to everyone.  Remember that there are costs to providing the market, and these costs are funded by booth fees paid by our vendors. 

Last updated on May 17, 2011 by Creekside Co-Op