Author: Medford Farmers Market

Medford Farmers Market – August 23

MEDFORD FARMERS MARKET

WEEK #11

August 23, 2018
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Come on down to the Medford Farmers Market this Thursday, August 23 from 3-7pm @ theCondon Shell (map it!) on Mystic Valley Parkway!!  It is market week #11 and we have 16 amazing vendors plus music, yoga, a Medford Family Network meet up, informative community tables hosted by Consumers for Sensible Energy & MFM sponsor Salem Five, and story time hosted by the Medford Public Library!!

WHO’S AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK?

PRODUCE:
Lanni Orchards – fresh fruit & veggies from Lunenberg, MA
Brigham Farm – fruits, veggies & flowers from Concord, MA
Busa Farm – fresh produce from Lexington, MA
Good Roots Farm – organic produce from Lincoln, MA
MEAT/SEAFOOD/DAIRY:
Mass Provisions – artisan pot pies from Somerville, MA
Shady Pine Farm – meat & eggs from New Braintree, MA
BAKED GOODS:
Bagel Land – bagels & goodies from Winchester, MA
PREPARED FOOD:
Scott Brothers Meat – hand crafted sausage from Cambridge, MA
Simple Fare – sandwiches, chips, and cookies from Medford, MA
SPECIALTY FOODS:
Ackermann Maple Farm – maple syrup, maple butter, and more from Cabot, VT
Coastal Vineyards – artisanal wines from South Dartmouth, MA
Deano’s Pasta – fresh pasta & ravioli from Somerville, Ma
El Colombiano Coffee – Arabica coffee beans brewed in Brookline, MA
Peg’s Preserves – jams, jelly, honey & spices from Lancaster, MA
SPECIALTY PRODUCTS:
Borealis Yoga – cookbooks, herbal remedies & gemstone jewelry from New England 
Polka Dog – handcrafted dog treats crafted in Boston, MA

Vendor Highlight: 

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ACKERMANN MAPLE  FARM
 It is a true family operation for Caitlin & Ian Ackermann who own and operate their 76 acre maple farm in Cabot, Vermont.  With over 6,400 taps, the Ackermanns keep busy by tapping, sap collecting, boiling, filtering, and bottling their syrup to bring the folks of Medford the finest maple products!   

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK?

* Local musicians
       Scott & Jessica from 3-6pm
       Jack Egan from 6-7pm 
* Yoga with Emilie from Borealis from 5-6pm
* Story Time with the Medford Public Library from 5-6pm
* Community meet up with the Medford Family Network from 3-6pm
* Information from Medford Farmers Market sponsor Salem Five
* Community Table hosted by Consumers for Sensible Energy

HOW TO GET THERE…
           
You can walk, take the bus (the 94, 95 and 96 buses run on High Street), ride your bike (have you checked out the new Mystic River Path?) or—yep—canoe/kayak to the market!

Driving to the market?  Shoppers park for FREE in the
* in the Condon Shell lot on Mystic Valley Pkwy/Route 16
* on both sides of Winthrop Street, near the ball fields
* on both sides of South Street, just south of the river
* at the metered and free parking spaces  on High Street

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Did you know…

The Medford Farmers Market matches EBT/SNAP

up to $20 per EBT card per week!!

SNAP beneficiaries simply swipe their EBT debit cards at the market manager’s table, and we match their total bill, up to $20 each week. That means $40 of fresh, healthy, and local food for a cost of $20, doubling shoppers’ spending power. Our benefits-matching program continues to grow every year!
Help us maintain this great program by donating here:

https://www.youcaring.com/medfordfarmersmarket-1135313

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Medford Farmers Market – August 2

HELLO AUGUST!

Medford Farmers Market Celebrates BIKEFEST!!

Week 8
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CYCLE ON DOWN TO MEDFORD FARMERS MARKET

HELLO AUGUST!! The forecast for this Thursday looks hot and dry – a perfect summer day, so cycle on down to celebrate BIKEFEST at the Medford Farmers Market this Thursday, August 2 from 3-7pm @ the Condon Shell (map it!) on Mystic Valley Parkway!!  It is market week #8 and we have 18 amazing vendors, music, yoga, a cooking demo, and a variety of bike themed tables, demos, and activities! 

WHO’S AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK?

PRODUCE:
Lanni Orchards – fresh fruit & veggies from Lunenberg, MA
Brigham Farm – fruits, veggies & flowers from Concord, MA
Busa Farm – fresh produce from Lexington, MA
Good Roots Farm – organic produce from Lincoln, MA
MEAT/SEAFOOD/DAIRY:
Shady Pine Farm – meat & eggs from New Braintree, MA
Scott Brothers Meat – hand crafted sausage from Cambridge, MA
BAKED GOODS:
Bagel Land – bagels & goodies from Winchester, MA
PREPARED FOOD:
Simple Fare – sandwiches, chips, and cookies from Medford, MA
SPECIALTY FOODS:
Aaronap Cellars – innovative wines crafted in Westford, MA
Deano’s Pasta – fresh pasta & ravioli from Somerville, Ma
El Colombiano Coffee – Arabica coffee beans brewed in Brookline, MA
Peg’s Preserves – jams, jelly, honey & spices from Lancaster, MA
Proletariat Cook – crab apple butter from Medford, MA
SPECIALTY PRODUCTS:
Borealis Yoga – cookbooks, herbal remedies & gemstone jewelry 
Henna Inspired – henna artwork and design from Everett, MA
Polka Dog – handcrafted dog treats crafted in Boston, MA
Ugly Baby Soap – handcrafted soaps from Melrose, MA
Venier Forge – knife sharpening service from Lancaster, MA
**** Bring your dull blades to this week’s market!! ****

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  New Vendor Highlight: Scott Brothers Meat
Come on down and give some Medford love to our brand new vendor, Scott Brothers Meat, who will be selling their handcrafted sausage at this week’s market!   

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK?

LOTS OF BIKE THEMED ACTIVITIES!!   
* Participate in a BIKE RODEO!!
      – get fitted for a helmet
      – tune up your bike
      – cycle through an obstacle course
      – decorate your helmet and bike   with Judy from SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL & Mike from JRA CYCLES!!

* AND DID WE MENTION THAT THE FIRST 50 FOLKS THAT RIDE THEIR BIKES TO THIS WEEK’S MARKET WILL RECEIVE $1 MARKET BUCK?!?!
              Also…
* Local musicians
       T-Max from 3-6pm
      Big Giant from 6-7pm
* Community meet up with the Medford Family Network from 3-6pm
* Cooking Demo by Cecilia Flores @ 4pm
* Yoga for Children with Yuliya Borowski from Bonsai Childcare from 5-6pm
* Info from UMASS EXTENSION NUTRITION PROGRAM
* Community Table hosted by Al-Anon
And remember – you can walk, take the bus (the 94, 95 and 96 buses run on High Street), RIDE YOUR BIKE (have you checked out the new Mystic River Path?) or—yep—canoe/kayak to the market!       

 

HOW TO GET THERE…
           
You can walk, take the bus (the 94, 95 and 96 buses run on High Street), ride your bike (have you checked out the new Mystic River Path?) or—yep—canoe/kayak to the market!

Driving to the market?  Shoppers park for FREE in the
* in the Condon Shell lot on Mystic Valley Pkwy/Route 16
* on both sides of Winthrop Street, near the ball fields
* on both sides of South Street, just south of the river
* at the metered and free parking spaces  on High Street

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Did you know…

The Medford Farmers Market matches EBT/SNAP

up to $20 per EBT card per week!!

SNAP beneficiaries simply swipe their EBT debit cards at the market manager’s table, and we match their total bill, up to $20 each week. That means $40 of fresh, healthy, and local food for a cost of $20, doubling shoppers’ spending power. Our benefits-matching program continues to grow every year!
Help us maintain this great program by donating here:

https://www.youcaring.com/medfordfarmersmarket-1135313

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Medford Farmers Market July 26th

COME JOIN US DOWN BY THE RIVERSIDE!

WEEK 7
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CYCLE ON DOWN TO MEDFORD FARMERS MARKET

 It’s BIKEFEST* at the Medford Farmers Market this Thursday, July 26 from 3-7pm @ theCondon Shell (map it!) on Mystic Valley Parkway!!  Cycle on down for WEEK #7 to find 17 vendors plus a variety of bike themed tables, demos, and activities! 
* BIKEFEST is weather permitting!!  A little rain won’t stop us from holding the market but too much rain may make it a bit tough to cycle to!  We will update you using our Facebook and Instagram pages if we need to use the August 2 rain date.  

WHO’S AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK?

PRODUCE:
Lanni Orchards – fresh fruit & veggies from Lunenberg, MA
Brigham Farm – fruits, veggies & flowers from Concord, MA
Busa Farm – fresh produce from Lexington, MA
Good Roots Farm – organic produce from Lincoln, MA
MEAT/SEAFOOD/DAIRY:
Shady Pine Farm – meat & eggs from New Braintree, MA
Mass Provisions – artisan chicken pot pies from Somerville, MA
BAKED GOODS:
Bagel Land – bagels & goodies from Winchester, MA
PREPARED FOOD:
Simple Fare – sandwiches, chips, and cookies from Medford, MA
SPECIALTY FOODS:
Ackermann Maple Farm – maple syrup, maple sugar, maple cream, and more from Cabot, VT
Coastal Vineyards – wine from South Dartmouth, MA
Deano’s Pasta – fresh pasta & ravioli from Somerville, Ma
El Columbiano Coffee – Arabica coffee beans brewed in Brookline, MA
Peg’s Preserves – jams, jelly, honey & spices from Lancaster, MA
Proletariat Cook – crab apple butter from Medford, MA
SPECIALTY PRODUCTS:
Borealis Yoga – cookbooks, herbal remedies & gemstone jewelry 
Henna Inspired – henna artwork and design from Everett, MA
Polka Dog – handcrafted dog treats crafted in Boston, MA

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   Vendor Highlight: Brigham Farm
Brigham Farm is a 23 acre family-owned farm.  They bring us the freshest fruits, vegetables, greens, and flowers weekly from Concord, MA!!  

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK?

LOTS OF BIKE THEMED ACTIVITIES!!  
* Participate in a BIKE RODEO!!
      – get fitted for a helmet
      – tune up your bike
      – cycle through an obstacle course
      – decorate your helmet and bike   with Judy from SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL & Mike from JRA CYCLES!!

* AND DID WE MENTION THAT THE FIRST 50 FOLKS THAT RIDE THEIR BIKES TO THIS WEEK’S MARKET WILL RECEIVE $1 MARKET BUCK?!?!
              Also…
* Local musicians
       John Civello from 3-5pm
      Aidan Scrimgeour from 5-7pm
* Community meet up with the Medford Family Network from 3-6pm
* Yoga with Emilie from Borealis from 5-6pm
* Info from The Boston Sports Club
* Community Table hosted by the Girls Scouts
And remember – you can walk, take the bus (the 94, 95 and 96 buses run on High Street), RIDE YOUR BIKE (have you checked out the new Mystic River Path?) or—yep—canoe/kayak to the market!

       

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HOW TO GET THERE…
           
You can walk, take the bus (the 94, 95 and 96 buses run on High Street), ride your bike (have you checked out the new Mystic River Path?) or—yep—canoe/kayak to the market!

Driving to the market?  Shoppers park for FREE in the
* in the Condon Shell lot on Mystic Valley Pkwy/Route 16
* on both sides of Winthrop Street, near the ball fields
* on both sides of South Street, just south of the river
* at the metered and free parking spaces  on High Street

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Did you know…

The Medford Farmers Market matches EBT/SNAP

up to $20 per EBT card per week!!

SNAP beneficiaries simply swipe their EBT debit cards at the market manager’s table, and we match their total bill, up to $20 each week. That means $40 of fresh, healthy, and local food for a cost of $20, doubling shoppers’ spending power. Our benefits-matching program continues to grow every year!
Help us maintain this great program by donating here:

https://www.youcaring.com/medfordfarmersmarket-1135313

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