DMFM MARKET SEASON OPENER
The first market of the Downtown Marquette Farmers Market’s (DMFM) 25th season is this Saturday, May 18, from 9 AM-1 PM at The Marquette Commons.
New this season to celebrate the market's 25th year, the market is debuting its new program the Market Member Program. Market Memberships are great for regular shoppers who want a little extra out of their market experience. www.mqtfarmersmarket.com/market-members
Shoppers will be greeted with a bustling market plaza of over 70 vendors, full of local food and goods each Saturday. Shoppers can choose from fresh, locally grown, seasonal produce, baked goods, locally raised meat and eggs, kombucha, coffee, bread, hot sauce, and more! Our artisans offer handcrafted goods such as soaps, lotions, jewelry, woodworking products, and knitter products, to name a few. The Information Booth is located under the overhang, near the Commons building itself.
The Community Table will also be back, in addition to the FREE Community Table. This table is available at no cost to local organizations and groups whose mission aligns with local food and local art values. The Master Gardners will be at the FREE Community Table the first few markets to help answer questions about plant starts and how to get your garden going for this growing season. Interested groups are encouraged to submit an application to reserve the FREE Community Table at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com/apply.
A full lineup of programming and events can be found on the market’s event calendar on the market’s website. Highlights include:
Yoga at the Market: Every Saturday, June-October from 9:45-10:45 AM. This BYO Mat, all-level class is donation-based, with a portion of all proceeds going to the market. All classes are taught by the Pinecone Yoga Institute and Body PNCH.
Power of Produce Children’s Program: brought to you by the Community Foundation of Marquette County and Partridge Creek Farm, this program runs Saturdays in July and August. Kids under the age of 12 can try new fruits and vegetables each week, then purchase produce from local farmers with a $5 voucher.
Food Navigator Program: The Marquette Alger RESA Health Education team will be at select Saturday morning markets May-September teaching shoppers how to maximize food assistance benefits, shop on a budget, and prepare healthy meals.
Food Demonstrations from the Marquette Food Coop: Learn how to make the most of seasonal spring, summer, and fall produce at select Saturday markets this season.
Shoppers can now plan for their market visit by using resources available on the market’s website. The interactive Market Map allows shoppers to search for vendors and products, learn more about each vendor, and map their shopping experience accordingly. Additionally, the Vendor Directory page provides shoppers with detailed information about each vendor including offerings and which dates they will be at the market. Links to these resources can be found on the market’s homepage at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com.
The DMFM will continue to accept a wide array of food assistance programs including EBT Bridge Card, P-EBT Card, Double Up Food Bucks, Sr. Project FRESH, UP FreshFood Access, and Food as Medicine vouchers. More information about accepted forms of payment can be found on the DMFM website at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com/paymentoptions.
WIC Produce Connection will be available to farmers who are signed up for the program only.
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