As fall arrives the Midtown Farmers Market season is nearing its end, so be sure to enjoy all the market has to offer in its final month for 2016. As we head into October there are only five remaining Saturday markets and four Tuesday markets left this season! The last Tuesday market is October 25th and the last Saturday market is October 29th. Although the market season is almost over there will still be plenty of great items available at the market and plenty of activities to come out and enjoy. Be sure to stock up on fresh, local veggies for canning and pickling and don’t miss your final opportunities to enjoy the market and visit with friends, neighbors and our wonderful vendors before the season draws to a close.
Vegetables and Herbs—carrots, radishes, green beans, bell peppers, zucchini, green onion, white, yellow and red onions, jalapenos, cabbage, cauliflower, red, white and yellow potatoes, wax beans, parsnips, beets, leeks, green leaf lettuce, tomatillos, okra, cucumbers, kale, string beans, squash, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, banana peppers, collard greens, sweet corn, pumpkins, turnips, shallots, fingerling potatoes, long beans, spinach, braising greens, thai peppers, multiple varieties of winter squash, basil, fennel, parsley, cilantro, rosemary, garlic, mint, dill, oregano, thyme, sage, turmeric root, ginger root.
Fruits— watermelon, cantaloupe and other types of melons, apples, pears, raspberries.
Animal Products—cage free eggs, pasture raised pork and lamb, free range chicken, salamis and other artisan meats, aged and fresh cheeses, honey.
Canned and Prepared Foods—maple syrup, pickles, hot sauce, jams and jellies, preserves, breads, cookies, scones, and other baked goods, granola, chai, kettle corn.
Hot and Ready-to-Eat Foods-- bubble tea, popsicles, omelettes, boiled and deep fried peanuts, tacos, burritos, tamales, samosas, chana masala, coffee, tea, mango lassis, healthy versions of soul food recipes, and other refreshments.
Arts, Crafts, and More—Books, handmade sewn, crocheted, and knitted items, glass pendants, semi-precious stone jewelry, flower photography prints, note cards, magnets, and tote bags, crocheted baskets and dishcloths, handmade beading, and more.
The Midtown Farmers Market is located at the corner of East Lake St. and Hiawatha Ave at 2225 E. Lake St. and offers fresh, local goods every Saturday 8:00am-1:00pm from May-June and Tuesday from 3:00pm-7:00pm June-October.
Thank you to our sponsors:
