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Wednesday, May 8th, 2013
Celebrate Spring at the Market!
As the weather warms and the sun comes out to stay, many of us are beginning to envision our lush gardens and hoping to begin planting this month! If you are one of these people, this Saturday is the perfect time to come to the market to pick up bedding plants, including greens, herbs, flowers and more! If your not much a gardener, join us for breakfast or lunch, bring your kids to Martha’s Second Saturday Activity, and stay for live, local music!
What’s Available?
This Saturday find:
~Pea shoots, micro-greens, meat, eggs, jams and jellies, pickled veggies, honey, artisan bread, granola, lamb, cheese, bedding plants and seedlings
~Coffee, scones, croissants, cookies, breakfast sandwiches, fruit tarts, omelets, arepas, tamales, tacos, tea, soda, kettle corn, hamburgers and brats
~Handmade bird houses, furniture, jewelry, handbags and photo prints and cards
Dine Out for the Market: Second Wednesday of the Month
This week at the market:
Market Bucks Return
As a way to make it easier to purchase fresh, local meat and produce, we are pleased to be able to offer a 4th year of Market Bucks.
Market Bucks is an incentive program which encourages EBT recipients to use their benefits at the farmers market. Customers making purchases with EBT cards can receive up to an additional $5 in Market Bucks each market day.
Here’s how it works: Once per day, when you use EBT to make a purchase at the market, you will receive up to an additional $5 as a Market Bucks coupon. The Market Bucks can be used in the exact same way as EBT and essentially double the purchasing power of that first $5.
This project was funded by the Minnesota Department of Human Services and by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
Friday, May 3rd, 2013
Market opens this Saturday!
After a long, cold and snowy winter, May has finally arrived! It is time to come out of hibernation and enjoy the sunshine, summer, and best of all…. the market. Join us this Saturday, May 4th, from 8am – 1pm for the first market of the season. This week at the market, you can enjoy live local music, catching up with neighbors, new and returning vendors selling prepared foods, arts and more! Keep reading for more information on what you can find at the market this week!
What’s Available?
This Saturday find:
~Meat, eggs, jams and jellies, artisan bread, lamb, cheese, butter, yogurt, bedding plants and seed starters
~Coffee, scones, croissants, cookies, breakfast sandwiches, fruit tarts, omelets, arepas, tamales, tea, soda, hamburgers, brats
~Handmade bird houses, furniture, jewelry and handbags
This week at the market:
Thanks to this week’s sponsor:
Market Bucks Return
As a way to make it easier to purchase fresh, local meat and produce, we are pleased to be able to offer a 4th year of Market Bucks.
Market Bucks is an incentive program which encourages EBT recipients to use their benefits at the farmers market. Customers making purchases with EBT cards can receive up to an additional $5 in Market Bucks each market day.
Here’s how it works: Once per day, when you use EBT to make a purchase at the market, you will receive up to an additional $5 as a Market Bucks coupon. The Market Bucks can be used in the exact same way as EBT and essentially double the purchasing power of that first $5.
This project was funded by the Minnesota Department of Human Services and by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
Thursday, April 11th, 2013
Market welcomes Miguel Goebel as new manager
The Midtown Farmers Market and the Corcoran Neighborhood Organization are pleased to welcome Miguel Goebel as the new manager of the Midtown Farmers Market, which will begin its eleventh season of bringing fresh, local flavor to the community on Saturday, May 4.
“I am eager to collaborate with community members, local farmers and small businesses to continue the growth of the Midtown Farmers Market as an incredible asset to the communities of South Minneapolis and the Twin Cities,” said Miguel.
Miguel is a Longfellow neighborhood resident with a history and passion for working to expand community access to healthy and affordable foods. He is a graduate from the University of Minnesota, where he studied organic agriculture and Spanish. His experience, spanning local and international food systems, ranges from working with indigenous farmers in organic production to assisting small corner store owners in offering healthy, affordable produce. Prior to his new role as manager at the Midtown Farmers Market, Miguel was a grocery buyer at the Seward Coop and brings a wealth of skills and knowledge in the areas of organic production methods, farmers markets, customer service, purchasing, sales, and community outreach. When he is not working, Miguel enjoys gardening, the outdoors, living an active lifestyle and spending time with his family.
“We are very fortunate to have such a beautiful and unique gathering space in South Minneapolis, where people can come together to build relationships through the exchange of food and culture,” said Miguel. “I feel fortunate to be a part of this amazing farmers market.”
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Monday, November 19th, 2012
Dine Out for the Market: April 10th!
Thank you Gandhi Mahal for your support of the Market!
Thursday, November 15th, 2012
Support your Midtown Farmers Market November 15th!
With your support, the market has set a record this year dispersing $18,500 in EBT (food stamps), allowing low-income families access to healthy, local produce.
The market serves more than 55,000 customers a year, and here’s is what some of them say about why they love the market:
” Midtown Farmers Market is energizing and impacting local and organic food streams and sustainability way beyond the neighborhood it serves.”
“Great atmosphere, music, great farmers/growers, close by, friendly, good prices, my community.”
“oh so local! Captures the spirit and vibe of South Central Minneapolis”
“Makes you feel proud to live in the Twin Cities!”
“Lots of great fresh food with a strong sense of community”
Show your love for the market tomorrow on Give to the Max Day. Support local farmers, healthy communities and sustainable agriculture by donating to the Midtown Farmers Market!
