Celebrate Fall at the Wakefield Farmers Market: Join Us on September 21! 🍁
This Saturday, September 21, from 9 AM to 1 PM, head over to Hall Park on Lake Quannapowitt, 468 North Avenue, Wakefield, MA, for a perfect fall day at the Wakefield Farmers Market! With sunny skies and crisp autumn air in the forecast, it’s the ideal time to enjoy fresh, local products and celebrate our vibrant community. 🌞🍁
Farmers markets play a vital role in strengthening community bonds, providing access to fresh, healthy food, and supporting local farmers and artisans. When you shop at the market, you're not only getting high-quality, sustainably sourced products, but you're also fostering connections with your neighbors and local small businesses.
Here’s a look at the amazing vendors and guests joining us this Saturday:
Produce
Farmer Dave's (HIP): Offering fresh seasonal produce with healthy incentives.
Flats ft Nalee's Farm (Cash Only): A variety of locally grown vegetables, including unique Asian greens.
Giant Gorilla Greens: Microgreens packed with flavor and nutrients.
Kelly's Farm: Fresh fruits and veggies grown right in our region.
Moonlight Farm (HIP): Specializing in organic and pesticide-free produce.
New Hampshire Mushroom Co: Gourmet mushrooms, perfect for any dish!
Meat/Fish/Cheese
Lilac Hedge Farm: Sustainable, pasture-raised meats including beef, pork, and lamb.
Roberto's Seafood: Fresh, locally sourced seafood to bring home.
Beverages
Beraka Juice: Fresh, cold-pressed juices and smoothies.
House Bear Brewing: Delicious meads and honey-based beverages.
Pour Man's Coffee: Specialty cold brew and coffee fresh dripped at the market.
Tower Root Beer: Classic, refreshing root beer and sodas, perfect for a sunny day.
Breads, Baked Goods & Sweets
The Bread Shop: Artisan bread, perfect for sandwiches or snacking.
Desserts by Nathan: Sweet treats that will satisfy any craving.
Goodies Homemade: Handcrafted cookies and baked goods made with love.
Purple Carrot Bread Co.: Healthy, flavorful bread made with wholesome ingredients.
Secret Stash Sweets: Candy and sweets with a gourmet twist.
Sweet Botanical Bakes: Delectable, flower-themed baked goods.
Hot Food
Crepe Du Jour: Fresh, made-to-order sweet and savory crepes.
Del Sur Empanadas: Hot, handmade empanadas and frozen options to take home.
Specialty Foods
Deano's Pasta (Cash Only): Fresh pasta to cook up at home.
Emmett's Edibles Pet Treats: Natural, delicious treats for your furry friends.
F-Word Farm: Unique farm-fresh vinegars and produce..
Food rEvolution: A mission-driven woman-owned, shared commercial kitchen focused on creating a space for local food startups to test their concept and build their base.
Grateful Tastes: Preserves, jams, and spreads crafted from local ingredients.
Habibi Gourmet: Authentic Middle Eastern dips and snacks.
Healthy Nut Snacks: Nut-based snacks with a healthy twist.
Holy Moly Snacks: Beef chips are similar to beef jerky but much thinner, crispier, and addictive.
Mei Mei Dumplings: Handmade dumplings full of delicious fillings.
Mind Body Snack: Energy-packed snacks that are good for the body and mind.
Roasted Granola: Crunchy, wholesome granola for breakfast or snacking.
Urban Pharm: Shrubs (or drinking vinegars) use simple ingredients-raw apple cider vinegar, raw honey, fruits, and botanicals--to enliven beverages, dressings, marinades, and the everyday.
Plants & Flowers
Biss: Beautiful plants to brighten your home.
Singing Brook Flower Farm: Gorgeous, locally grown flowers.
Artisans
Bow House Studio Pottery: Handmade pottery perfect for gifts or home decor.
Jennifer's Handmade Soap: Luxurious, artisan soaps made with natural ingredients.
SasquatchWoodworks: Unique woodcraft creations.
Special Guests
Flu Shot Clinic: Stop by and get your flu shot from 9 AM to noon. Visit our website to register
Live Music
Colorado Bob: Enjoy live music sponsored by The Savings Bank while you shop!
Misting Tent
Cool off at our Misting Tent, sponsored by Stephen's Auto Body, if the fall sun gets too warm!
SNAP/EBT Benefits
The market offers SNAP/EBT and will match SNAP purchases up to $15 per visit, thanks to the generous sponsorship of The Wakefield Food Pantry. Great news for SNAP users: HIP is back! Use your EBT card to shop with Farmer Dave’s or Moonlight Farm first, then get your additional SNAP bucks and match at the Market Manager Tent.
Volunteers Help Keep the Market Thriving! 🌿
The Wakefield Farmers Market relies on the dedication and passion of our wonderful volunteers to keep things running smoothly each week. From helping set up tents and tables to assisting with events and SNAP Match, our volunteers are the heart and soul of our market. We’re always looking for more friendly faces to join our team! If you love supporting local farmers, connecting with the community, and enjoying the vibrant market atmosphere, we would love to have you volunteer with us. Even a few hours of your time can make a big difference in helping us continue to provide this fantastic community event every Saturday. Reach out to us today to learn how you can get involved!
Visit the Get Involved/Volunteer page on our website, www.wakefieldfarmersmarket.com, or stop by the Market Manager table to learn how you can contribute. We encourage kids who need volunteer hours to lend a hand. Let's keep this market thriving together!
Make sure to visit, support local businesses, and enjoy the best of what our farmers market has to offer. We can't wait to see you there! 🎉🌿
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