August 4, 2022
This is the list, folks! See who you can find at the Farmers’ Market this Saturday, August 6th! Click on their names to find information on pre-orders and to learn more about their farms and businesses!
Check out their websites for more information about their products and to see what’s in season/currently available!
Summer eating is at it’s absolute best right now!
These beautiful Italian sweet peppers from @sungoldmarketgarden can be found at the market this Saturday alongside funky cherry tomatoes, heirloom and exotic tomatoes, French fingering new potatoes, romanesco, summer squash, shishito peppers, eggplant, green beans, spring mix, rosemary, basil, Tropea onions, kale, chard, green onions, and a few other things!
Ground Cherries – like little tropical candies, these can stay on the counter for a week or store in the fridge for longer. Peel off the wrapper before eating!
Melons – the first few melons are making an appearance – just the green honeydew right now (tons more next week!).
Carrots are back!
Basil, parsley, cilantro & garlic Big Bags.
Fresh Roasted Beet Salad with Pickled Fresh Shallots
Tomato Chutney with Green Coriander – really good with anything grilled, on a sandwich or in a wrap. Sweet & savory in all the best ways.
Check out London Sandwich Co this Saturday for his handcrafted gourmet breakfast sandwiches and burritos!
A lovely customer shared her market haul with us and we couldn’t help but share it with you!
“The most beautiful produce from @sungoldmarketgarden, as well as sunflowers from their farm – with @taniafloral, she is creating some wedding magic this summer.
@helmbaked always has small batch, homemade deliciousness.
We always leave @jillstable with a few bags of local goodness, as well as imported cheeses from France, honey from Greece, Italian olive oil, and fresh ravioli!
@coventgardenmarketcanada always has the remaining requirements!
@cgoutdoorfarmersmarket is always worth planning your weekend around! The best way to start the week.”
Photo / caption @carrie.lavie
Alyssa Bart will be performing on the Rotary Square this Saturday, August 6th 8:30am to 10:30am.
Alyssa Bart is a singer-songwriter, classical vocalist, and actor from Barrie, ON. Alyssa is no stranger to the stage with over 8 years of performing experience in a variety of genres. Currently residing in London, ON, Alyssa is completing her Bachelor of Music Degree in Voice Performance at the University of Western Ontario. Alyssa released her first single back in 2020 and has been writing and performing at restaurants, festivals, events, and markets across southern Ontario ever since.
Nick Ewanick will be performing on the Rotary Square this Saturday, August 6th 11am to 1pm.
Nick Ewanick is a solo folk/rock/pop cover artist who was born and raised in St. Thomas, and now living in Forest City! Since early childhood, Nick has been performing and playing various instruments. He is able to combine some of these talents in his solo act thanks to his looping station which creates a one-man band feeling. While covering your favourite sing-a-long songs, Nick encourages audience engagement and requests; so have them ready! You can catch Nick all summer long around SW Ontario by following his Facebook and Instagram!
Join us this Saturday, August 6th for our third Pop Up Artisan Market upstairs in the Mezzanine from 10am to 2pm! We’ve got a stellar group of local artisans ready to help you find unique gifts for baby showers, bridal showers, birthdays, or even just to spoil yourself! We will even have local musician Mary Ashton performing upstairs in the Blue Lounge to make your Saturday stroll through the market that much more enjoyable!
Check out what vendors will be here below! Click on their name, give them a follow, and check out some of the items they have to offer!
Cora & Co; polymer clay accessories
Pixie Painthings; foraged botanical resin jewelry & art
Oh That’s Neat; clay jewelry & accessories
Sophie Magic Bow; Brazilian handmade kids accessories
The Risen Co.; ethically conscious candles, soaps & crochet
Rosie Co.; dog bandanas & accessories
Magdalena’s Minerals; crystals & crystal accessories
Bubba & Little Mel’s Crayon Co.; 100% non toxic crayons (names, shapes & custom designs)
Solaire Sprout; embroidery / jewelry / candles
Craftyma’s Creation’s by JJ; personalized, uplifting handmade gifts
Ghosted; small batch hot sauce
A Vow To My Skin; 100% natural & organic oils
Azoora; bags & bling
Butterfly Craft Studio; creative handmade bags and mugs
Love, Calista; jewelry handcrafted with love
Get the kids and head upstairs to the Blue Lounge this Saturday for FREE face painting from Team Dotsy! Team Dotsy will be here 10am to 2pm!
Magpie’s Collected Creations is now hosting their very own Geode Workshops! Join them at there shop on Saturday, August 13th from 11am to 3pm!
Here’s how it works:
Step 1- select your geode or geodes
Step 2- purchase your geode or geodes
Step 3- take your geode over to the geode cracking station
Step 4- get cracking!
Cocktail Show Seafood Edition next Saturday, August 13th 4pm to 11pm on the Rotary Square!
Check out Stereo Caliente Entertainment for more information!
Next Sunday, August 14th join us on the Rotary Square for the 3rd annual Great Canadian Splash for Kids in support of Sunshine Dreams! Get involved in fun and easy ‘SPLASH-TIVITIES’ or compete to win in epic team SPLASH CHALLENGES and raise funds from wherever you are to WIN PRIZES and change the lives of children and youth living with severe physical disabilities across Canada.
