2016 Jasper Farmers’ Market kicks off this weekend
The Jasper Farmers’ Market will begin the 2016 season on Saturday, May 28th, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the green North of the Jasper Train Depot.
The market first opened in 2005 to provide a source of income to local producers, fresh and local produce to customers, and to a gathering place to create and develop a greater sense of community. The market was made possible by the help and sponsorship of the Greater Downtown Jasper Business Association, the City of Jasper, and the Jasper Chamber of Commerce.
[quote]New vendors are welcome to participate any Saturday.[/quote]
The Jasper Farmers’ Market is primarily a producer-only market that requires vendors or their family to grow what is being sold. Our shoppers pride themselves in knowing their produce is locally grown.
Soon produce vendors will offer strawberries, radishes, peas, beets, rhubarb and other items available in early spring. In the past, our vendors have offered eggplants, lettuce, pears, apples, cantaloupe, zucchini, corn and much more when in season.
Other food vendors have eggs, beef, jellies, bread, and pretzels for sell. They also offer cookies, cinnamon rolls, and muffins.
The Jasper Farmers’ Market also welcomes local artisans. They bring clothing, needlework, jewelry, paper crafts, and soaps.
[quote]We even have a face painter.[/quote]
Student and youth organizations have the opportunity to participate in the market by selling items they may not grow or bake personally but are responsible for selling to fund raise. (Restrictions do apply.)
The market always strives to have something special happening throughout the season for customers and their children. The first Saturday of every month is a youth market where children 12 and under can participate free of charge. Last year, children sold cookies, brownies, cupcakes, and bracelets.
The Jasper Farmers’ Market relies on the honesty and integrity of each vendor to sustain the market’s spirit and become a good neighbor.
[quote]We hope to see you there.[/quote]
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