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PLAN YOUR MARCH BREAK AT THE MARKET!

March Break is coming up soon, and there's no better place to be than the Market!
EVERY DAY there will be something happening for kids inside the Market, on the upstairs Mezzanine. Plan your week-long itinerary with face painting, bouncy castles and lunch at our food vendors!

❤️On March 13th from 12-1pm, there will be a bubbleology show by the one and only Miss. T. The Bubble Queen!
❤️On March 14th, from 11am-12pm, Ricky The Magician will put on a dazzling show full of magic and fun surprises!
❤️On March 15th, from 11am-1pm, Dotsy The Clown will have crafts, face painting and a bouncy castle!
❤️On March 16th from 12:30-12:45pm, the Goggin Carroll School of Irish Dance will be putting on a traditional Irish dance performance.
Stay tuned for more information!

WHO CAN YOU FIND AT THE FARMERS MARKET?

This is the list, folks! See who you can find at the Indoor Farmers’ Market this Saturday, February 25th from 9AM to 1PM upstairs in the Mezzanine. Click on their names to find information on pre-orders and to learn more about their farms and businesses! 


We even have some local artisans making an appearance!

 

STORYTIME AT THE FARMERS MARKET

Jiggesty-jig! Children’s Library is on the road. Grab your kids and head upstairs to the mezzanine Saturday, February 25th for a half hour of special storytimes featuring stories, songs and rhymes!

LIVE MUSIC THIS SATURDAY

Anddre Mafra will be performing upstairs in the blue lounge this Saturday 9am to 10:30am.

Through an indie folk lo-fi project Anddre Mafra explores beats, loops of sounds and textures in an “one man band” format. After his first authorial release in 2019, Anddre launched two more authorial EPs and one visual EP sponsored by a Brazilian national Edital. Anddre Mafra is also a cultural and music producer, currently attending the Music Industry Arts program at Fanshawe College in London (ON).

LIVE MUSIC THIS SATURDAY

Ryan Naismith will be performing upstairs in the Blue Lounge this Saturday 11am to 1pm.

Based in London, Ont., Ryan takes a listener on an emotional journey. He writes and performs for people who listen with intention, delivering songs that touch on topics we may not want to talk about in conversation. His music is a unique confluence of Americana with distinct notes of folk, country, blues and rock sprinkled throughout. Reminding listeners of artists such as Chris Knight, Cody Cannon and Zack Bryan, Ryan is a compelling storyteller, who connects with his audience. Ryan can be found playing around Ontario, preferring small, intimate venues filled with people wanting to hear a good story.

SATURDAY COOKING CLASSES

This Saturday, join us in the market kitchen for our cooking class hosted by Polina Shadman. Polina will be demonstrating how to make Adas Polo, a Vegan Gluten-Free Rice Dish with Lentils!

Saturday Cooking Class Schedule

 

Saturday, February 25

  • Polina Shadman | Adas Polo; Vegan GF Rice Dish w/ Lentils

Saturday, March 4

  • Kimi Abdullah | Indonesian Snacks

Saturday, March 11

  • Himadri | Daal (Lentils) with Rice

Saturday, March 18

  • Jaime Pena | TBD

Saturday, March 25

  • Melanie Amadasun | Plantain Chips

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

SUNDAY COOKING CLASSES

This Sunday, join us in the market kitchen for our cooking class hosted by Kimi Abdullah. Kimi will be demonstrating how to make two easy weeknight soups!

Sunday Cooking Class Schedule

 

Sunday, February 26

  • Kimi Abdullah | Weeknight Soups

Sunday, March 5

  • Melanie Amadasun | African Yam Tubers & Tilapia

Sunday, March 12

  • Polina Shadman | Persian Appetizers; Gluten Free & Vegan

Sunday, March 19

  • Kimi Abdullah | Fantastic Fried Rice

Sunday, March 26

  • Kimi Abdullah | Easy Desserts

Doors open at 11:40am, class starts at 12pm. No registration is required. First come, first served.

SOKONI MARKET - SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Upstairs in the mezzanine this Saturday 2pm-6pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm.

The SOKONI Market is a celebration of local Black-owned entrepreneurship. Sokoni is a Swahili word, which means “in the market”, “to the market”, “at the market”.

Discover the flavours, fabrics, and artistry of Black entrepreneurs in London, Ontario. A unique shopping experience for all age groups and cultures — explore, mingle and shop!

 

NEVER TOO EARLY TO DECORATE

The Chocolate Factory is getting in the Easter spirit! Swing by the Market to get the first look at all the Easter bunnies, chocolate and carrot decor!


Did you know that Easter has an official flower? The white lily is a symbol of hope and rebirth during Easter.

NEED A MID-WEEK PICK-ME-UP?

Is the cold weather getting you down this week? Swing by Hasbeans for a cup of coffee and say hi to Joel! Joel’s energy never fails to brighten everyone’s day, and the coffee never disappoints!


I hope everyone had a relaxing Family Day weekend! See you at the Market!