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Feeling the January Blues? Shake them off with our January Blues GIVEAWAY! 🎉 Indulge in self-care goodies, teas and chocolate to sweeten up your month. There’s only 1 more day to enter! To enter:

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Winner announced this Friday! Let’s turn January into a month of fun and relaxation. 🌟

Forget Me Not Flowers is the go-to spot for discovering unique and cool local treasures. They havean array of Bonsai, as well they carry the rare Lotus Bamboo and Air Planetariums. With Moss art featuring living plants and diverse bamboo varieties, they cater to every preference. Customers can expect dedicated, passion-filled customer service to assist in finding exactly what they’re looking for.

Support local businesses and enjoy quality, personalized attention and the most unique items!

As most  of our  dedicated Market goers know the Amazing Tristen at The Bowls, some may not know her passion behind being at the Market. Here is a little bit into the wonders behind The Bowls and Tristan:

Get To Know Tristin and her thriving business: The Bowls. She owns and operates both The Salad Bowl & The Ice Cream Bowl, Tristan has deep family ties to the bustling Market. Inspired by her grandfather and mother’s booths, the Market shaped her upbringing. The Salad Bowl, thriving for 13 years, showcases Tristin’s commitment to excellence. An enchanting twist added ice cream, turning it into a beloved community gem. Beyond culinary prowess, Tristin fosters a sense of family and community, making the Market a warm, cherished place where bonds grow stronger. The Salad Bowl in the heart of the Market symbolizes Tristin’s success and the enduring spirit of family and community, blending passion, tradition, and sustainability seamlessly

We are excited to announce Crokicurl will be activated outside on the Rotary Square every Tuesday and Thursday 11am to 2pm and 2 hours prior to every London Knights game. Head on down to the Market and try out this fun, winter game! 

Outdoor Activations Dates/Times:

• Every Tuesday & Thursday 11am-2pm
• Saturday, January 20th: 2pm-4pm
• Friday, January 26th: 5pm-7pm
• Friday, February 2nd: 5pm-7pm
• Friday, February 9th: 5pm-7pm
• Friday, February 16th: 5pm-7pm
• Thursday, February 22nd: 5pm-7pm
• Wednesday, February 28th: 5pm-7pm

Big thanks to our sponsor Peter Inch & Associates!

Join us in the market kitchen for our cooking class hosted by Nancy Salamanca. Nancy will be demonstrating how to make Banana Cream Pie!

SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

• Saturday, January 20 | Nancy Salamanca – Banana Cream Pie
• Saturday, January 27 | Jaime Pena – Cheddar & Jalapeno Corn Bread

Doors open at 10:40am, class starts at 11am. No registration is required. First come, first served.

This Saturday, join us upstairs in the Lounge at 8am for a yoga class! Attendees are asked to use the King Street stairwell or elevator for access to the second floor. Registration is required. Click here to register.

Meet Zoë, a devoted yoga enthusiast who, in 2021, traded the tropical bliss of Barbados for a tertiary education in London, Ontario. Armed with years of dedicated yoga practice, she recently earned her certification as a yoga instructor.

Zoë’s journey transcends physical postures; she discovers solace in the meditative art of pranayama, embracing yoga’s philosophy both on and off the mat. Seamlessly blending Vinyasa flow and Hatha traditions, her teaching style creates a harmonious experience for students.

Beyond guiding empowering sequences, Zoë immerses herself in real estate administration with Initia Ontario, showcasing versatile skills beyond the mat. 🧘‍♀️

Zoë’s mission extends beyond physical wellness; she is committed to fostering balance, mindfulness, and community through the practice that she holds dear.

Connect with Zoë and her transformative journey on Instagram: @andyogaaaa

Just a reminder our winter indoor Farmers Market will start back up starting Saturday, February 3rd 9am to 1pm. This year it will be taking place on the main floor in the North East corner near Magpie’s Collected Creations!

Attending Farmers Market Vendors

• Blanbrook Bison Farm; bison products
• Greystead Gardens; fresh produce, preserves
• KB Lamb; lamb products
• Small World Mycology; premium fresh mushrooms
• La Houlette de Vie; fresh baked organic naturally fermented bread
• Maya’s Dog Cookies; gourmet dog cookies
• Pillitteri Estates Winery; VQA Ontario Wines
• The Dough Joe Bakery; gourmet cookies
• Generations Cider Co; Ontario hard apple cider (February 3 & March 2 only)
• Den Besten Trout Farm; smoked rainbow trout, sausage rolls and fresh eggs (March only)

March is only 2 months away which means spring – the Persian New Year is around the corner. We are calling all interested vendors and sponsors for a Mini Naw Ruz Bazaar taking place here at the Covent Garden Market on March 16th and 17th upstairs in the Mezzanine. If interested, please text 519-614-0273 or DM Polina through this link – Polina’s Nostalgic Treats

Everyone has been loving our Market Loyalty Card program! When you spend a minimum of $10 at any participating indoor vendor locations, you will receive a sticker, once your card is full, you will receive a $25 CGM Gift Card. One sticker per transaction. Once cards are ready to be redeemed, you can be bring it to the Office (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) and on weekends you can redeem your card at the Tea Haus on our upper level.

You can get your Loyalty Card at any of the participating vendors or in the Market office. The card itself is the size of a business card to easily fit into your wallet.