Market News - October 28, 2008
From the Market Manager
Many thanks to all of you for making this a spectacular year at our market. Even the weather was cooperative (up to today.) We had 2 very hot days, and very little rain. But, even on those days you have been very faithful. I know that is because you have come to appreciate the freshness and flavor of the food, and the variety and beauty of the plants and other non-food items here.
Our vendors work very hard at what they do in order to bring us the highest quality products, and your patronage affirms that.
I have been told by several of our vendors that our market is their best market. Not necessarily with sales for some of them, but mostly due to the clientele and the other vendors. They like the fact that we are of many races and ethnicities and socio-economic groups. It makes it more interesting for them.
Thanks to everyone who gave me money last week for the Smyth family We collected over $200 which I gave to Dan Smyth. With permission from the family, we’d like to organize a fund-raiser at some point as there will likely be expenses that won’t be covered by insurance. For those of you who might not know what I’m talking about, Sam Smyth, the youngest son of Dale and Mike Smyth from Trinity Farm, was in a serious accident almost 2 weeks ago. His spinal cord was severed and one of his legs was broken in several places. Sam is now at the Weldon Center at Mercy Hospital and according to his family has some pain, but also has many pain-free hours.
Many thanks to all of you for making this a spectacular year at our market. Even the weather was cooperative (up to today.) We had 2 very hot days, and very little rain. But, even on those days you have been very faithful. I know that is because you have come to appreciate the freshness and flavor of the food, and the variety and beauty of the plants and other non-food items here.
Our vendors work very hard at what they do in order to bring us the highest quality products, and your patronage affirms that.
I have been told by several of our vendors that our market is their best market. Not necessarily with sales for some of them, but mostly due to the clientele and the other vendors. They like the fact that we are of many races and ethnicities and socio-economic groups. It makes it more interesting for them.
Thanks to everyone who gave me money last week for the Smyth family We collected over $200 which I gave to Dan Smyth. With permission from the family, we’d like to organize a fund-raiser at some point as there will likely be expenses that won’t be covered by insurance. For those of you who might not know what I’m talking about, Sam Smyth, the youngest son of Dale and Mike Smyth from Trinity Farm, was in a serious accident almost 2 weeks ago. His spinal cord was severed and one of his legs was broken in several places. Sam is now at the Weldon Center at Mercy Hospital and according to his family has some pain, but also has many pain-free hours.
How to Contact Vendors
Go to our website (address above) and you will find a vendor list. Several of our vendors have stores. Others who don’t have stores have products that you can purchase in the off-season.
Keep Your Local Money Local
When you need something do you automatically go to one of the big box stores, or do you think of the local business which can provide what you need? Even if you have to go out of your way, please consider the locally owned business first. They are invested in their communities beyond paying taxes.
