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🍂 Thanksgiving Market at Wakefield Farmers Market

📅 Saturday, November 23, 2024

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Hall Park, 468 North Avenue, Wakefield, MA


Celebrate the season of gratitude with our Thanksgiving Market! This special market is your one-stop destination for local produce, artisanal foods, and handcrafted gifts to make your holiday gatherings truly special. Here’s what to look forward to:


Participating Vendors


Produce

  • Farmer Dave’s (HIP): Fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables.

  • Moonlight Farm (HIP): Local, organic produce and herbs.

  • New Hampshire Mushroom Co.: Gourmet mushrooms for your holiday meals.


Meat/Fish/Cheese

  • Life Love Cheese: Artisanal cheeses, perfect for charcuterie boards.

  • Lilac Hedge Farm: Quality pasture-raised meats and poultry.

  • Roberto’s Seafood: Fresh, sustainably sourced seafood.


Beverage Vendors

  • Beraka Juice: Fresh, delicious juices for a healthy refresh.

  • Blisspoint Meadery: Small-batch meads for your holiday table.

  • House Bear Brewing: Unique craft meads and cider.

  • Pour Man’s Coffee: Hot and cold coffee drinks brewed to perfection.


Baked Goods & Sweets

  • The Bread Shop: Artisan breads and baked goods.

  • Desserts by Nathan: Indulgent baked goods made with love. Specials include:

    • 9” Pies: Apple, Pumpkin

    • Tarts (10” and Mini): Bourbon Pecan, Apple Frangipane, Pumpkin

    • Baklava Platter (2 dozen)

    • Pumpkin Brioche, Apple Cider Donuts, 8” French Apple Cake

    • Plus their usual market treats!

  • Purple Carrot Bread Co.: Handcrafted breads and pastries.

  • Secret Stash Sweets: Unique and delightful confections.


Hot Food

  • Crepe Du Jour: Fresh, made-to-order sweet and savory crepes.

  • Del Sur Empanadas: Warm, flaky empanadas, including Thanksgiving turkey empanadas with roasted turkey, sweet potatoes, bacon, and herbs. Frozen empanadas also available!


Specialty Foods

  • Basil n’ Spice Thai Cuisine: Authentic Thai sauces and spices.

  • Big Rich’s Gourmet Hot Sauce & Marinade: Flavorful sauces to spice up your meals.

  • Craic Sauce: Bold, Irish-inspired hot sauces.

  • Emmett’s Edibles Pet Treats: Healthy treats for your furry friends.

  • Food rEvolution: Innovative local foods, including:

    • Wicked Bess: Elevate your holiday cocktails with these tasty shrubs.

    • Rascal Relish & Tasca Foods: Offering holiday gift sets.

  • Fork on a Road: DIY meal kits and spice blends.

  • Grateful Tastes: Small-batch jams and sauces.

  • Healthy Nut Snacks: Wholesome, nutrient-packed snacks.

  • Mei Mei Dumplings: Award-winning handmade dumplings.

  • Mind Body Snack: Healthy and indulgent snacks for mindful eating.

  • Open Fire Rubs & Spices: Perfect blends for your holiday roasts.

  • Rita’s Sauce: Delicious pasta sauces.

  • Roasted Granola: Small-batch granola for breakfast or snacking.


Artisans

  • A & D Books: Unique and inspiring books.

  • BeU by Rumi: Custom jewelry with a meaningful touch.

  • Essbee Bath & Body: Luxurious self-care products.

  • Fern x Flow Candles: Hand-poured candles with soothing scents.

  • Kimberly Morrow Fine Arts: Hand-painted, dishwasher-safe glassware, mugs, and coasters.

  • Mariela Mexico: Handmade, vibrant handbags and accessories..

  • Salted Threads: Stylish handcrafted fashions for kids and adults.

  • Sasquatch Woodworks: Rustic wood creations.

  • Ugly Soap Company: Artisan soaps. Special: 6 bars for $20!

  • Washington Beach Designs: Unique, seasonal and coastal-inspired accessories.


Special Guests

  • Wakefield Independence Day Parade Committee: Learn more about Wakefield's annual celebration and support the parade!


Sneak Peek: December Holiday Market


Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Hall Park. Expect holiday-themed goods, festive foods, and unique gift ideas to help you celebrate the season in style. Stay tuned for more details!


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.org, 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!


We can’t wait to see you at the Thanksgiving Market this Saturday! Come for the delicious food, unique gifts, and the chance to support your local community. 🦃✨


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