Apron Gala on Saturday

The North Market Apron Gala is this Saturday! Here’s what you need to know:

1. Who: YOU! Tickets are $75 each. Buy them onlinehere⇒

2. What: an amazing grazing party with food from all of your favorite merchants not to mention Columbus Brewing Company beer, Volteo Wine and Enza Prosecco.

3. When: Saturday from 7-10PM

4. Where: at the North Market

5. Why: to support your favorite public market, eat great food, meet our new Executive Director and have a great time!

Farmers’ Market

8AM – 3PM on Saturday.

Race for the Cure will affect traffic in the morning. Please review the course map to plan your entrance and exit strategy for Saturday Farmers’ Market shopping! Access to North Market will be restricted from the South and East (High Street) as early as 7:45 a.m. until approximately 9:45 a.m. Access to North Market will be restricted from the North and West (Park Street) from 9:30 a.m. until approximately 11:45 a.m.

Live music by Miss Molly Winters 10AM-12PM.

Live music by Directions for Youth’s World Percussion Ensemble from12-2PM.

Participating farms include: Anderson Orchard, Blossom Acres Produce, Bridgman Farm, Davidson Produce & Cattle Farm, Folck Family Farm, Lucky Cat Bakery and Farm, Ohio Farm Direct, Rhoads Farm Market, Somerset Greenhouse, Summer Thyme Farm, Toad Hill Farm,Toby Run Growers, Wishwell Farms Produce

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from 12-5PM from May through October peddling their handmade wares.

Music by One More Time String Band from 12-2PM

Participating vendors include:

Angelflie Design, Backyard Living, Beau and Pearl, Black Market, Carmacazzi, Columbus Idea Foundry, Corazon y Manos,Courtney B Designs, Cricket Jones, Dragon Ikka, Five Stars Herbals, Forever and Ever, The Gourmet Farm Girl, Gourmet Salt Blends, Green Handle Designs, Jewels by Juls, Joy Did It, Lenise Alexandra – Visionary Art, Mark Bair Photography, Nontle Jewelry, Sidelake, Solar Fire Jewelry, S.W.A.G.G. Revolution, Sweet Stella Designs, Valerie Long Jewelry, Vintage Vamp, Yeager Glass and Yours & Mine Design.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Our next Red Cross Blood Drive in the Dispatch Kitchen at the North Market will be Saturday, May 25 from 9AM to 2PM.

Appointments are available at 9:15, 9:30, 9:45, 10, 10:15, 10:45, 11, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45am, 1pm, 1:15, 1:30, 1:45 To register please email mmartineau@northmarket.com with the following:

Name: Preferred appointment time: Date of birth: Blood type (if you know it):

North Market will pay for your parking in our lot and give you a coupon for a free trio of Jeni’s Ice Cream!

North Market Welcomes Our New Executive Director Rick Harrison Wolfe

The North Market Development Authority is pleased to announce the selection of its newest Executive Director, Rick Harrison Wolfe to replace David Wible who retired in January after 12 years of service.

“We are excited to have Rick join the North Market team,” said Board President, Matthew Hall. “This is an important time for the Market as we focus on building the vision for the future and Rick’s experience, passion, creativity and energy will be key to our ongoing success.”

Wolfe brings to the Market more than two decades of retail and branding experience with internationally known brands such as Cole Haan and Skechers. He founded The Wolfe Group as an independent consultant specializing in branding, new and strategic business development, marketing and design for the apparel, footwear, digital and hospitality industries. Wolfe returned to Ohio after stops in Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles to launch The Cheesy Truck, a Los Angeles style gourmet mobile food truck that he profitably sold last year after 13 months of successful operation.

“I am beyond honored and ecstatic to have been selected to lead this 137 year old Columbus institution into the future,” said new Executive Director Rick Wolfe. “The North Market continues to thrive because of its passionate group of merchants, staff, directors and the great support of our community. Cheers to a bright future!”

Farmers’ Market Saturday*

It is finally upon us…the official opening day of the North Market Farmer’s Market! Come catch up with your favorite farmers and vendors after the winter hiatus.

Participating farms and Ohio Proud vendors include:

A Bit of A Bite Salsa: Pegge’s delicious salsas!

Aimee’s Blue Ribbon Spices: Spice blends for cheese balls, dips, soups and rubs.

Anderson Orchard

Backroom Coffee Roasters: Locally roasted coffee beans, t-shirts, hats and mugs.

Bridgman Farm: I’ll have plants galore for a successful 2013 garden: heirloom, hybrid and cherry tomatoes, a huge variety of herbs, eggplants, long and pickling cucumbers, summer squash, lettuces, peas and peppers.

Bunker Hill Cheese Co: Heini’s cheese, butter, fudge and buckeyes.

Davidson Produce and Cattle Farm: We will be bringing our beef, chicken and pork and sampling our homemade sausages.

Eban Bakery: Gluten-free Breads and Baked Goods: Fresh gluten-free breads, cookies and other sweet treats.

Folck Family Farm

Gatherings Ashtabula County: Pepper jellies and  jams.

Gourmet Farm Girl: Specialty foods including infused olive oils, soup mixes, balsamic vinegars and rubs.

Honeyrun Farm: I will have summer, fall and tulip poplar raw honey, infused honey, beeswax candles, handcrafted soap and honeysticks

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Peace for Paws: Local nonprofit organization with adoptable dogs.

Roger’s Honey:  We offer honey, jams made with honey, beeswax candles, soaps made with honey and bee pollen.

SCF Alpaca Products: Alpaca products including hats, scarves, yarn, roving and more.

Silver Bridge Coffee Company: Fresh roasted coffee from Gallipolis

Snowville Creamery: Sampling their local milks and yogurts.

Somerset Greenhouse: I will have annuals and perennials for planting.

Summer Thyme Farm: We will be bringing our fabulous selection of herbs, potted tomatoes, rhubarb and kitchen gardens. Along with this, we will have some great Calibrachoa hanging baskets, hens and chicks and sedum mixes. Our Dahlias are in bloom and gorgeous, and we’ll be bringing some great succulent combinations also.

Toad Hill Farm

Toby Run Growers: I will have assorted mushrooms.

Wishwell Farms Produce

*The Capital City Half Marathon will take place this Saturday. Please consult the course map here⇒

Traffic: The southbound lanes and the middle-northbound lane of North High Street in the Short North will be closed for the race just prior to the race start at 8:00AM and will then follow a rolling closure format behind the last runners. Runners will be heading west on Vine Street at the start of the race until about 9:30AM.

One northbound lane of North High Street will remain open to traffic the entire race. Runners will enter the Short North Arts District at mile 6 of the race heading south in the southbound lanes of North High Street from approximately 8:30AM through approximately 10:00AM

Market to Market Ride Saturday

The North Market and The Hills Market created the Market to Market ride in 2009 to celebrate Ohio-made foodstuffs, the opening of the farmers market and the start of bicycling season with a cross-town trek up and down the Olentangy River Greenway. Somewhere along the way they realized that everything is more entertaining with themes and costumes and another element of amusement was added to an already enjoyable outing. Thus May 4, 2013 version of Market to Market is hereby dubbed, “Clippers and Crew: A Celebration of Spring Sports in Columbus.”

Riders are encouraged to ride attired in the garb of their favorite local sports team. Bonus points for anyone bold enough to come costumed as mascots Crew Cat, Crash or Lou Seal. Registration is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The cost includes breakfast, a scoop of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream (at either location), an event t-shirt and a drawstring backpack filled with goodies and coupons from both locations with up to $50 worth of savings on Ohio foods. Breakfast will be served at both locations from 8- 10 a.m. to allow for riders to eat and set out on the trail at their leisure. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams will be available at both locations upon ride completion. Registration can be made online here⇒ until noon Friday, May 3.

Artisan Sunday returns this weekend!

Our mission at the North Market is to bring you the best of everything local from merchants, farmers and musicians to outstanding local artisans and crafters. Every Sunday from May through October from 12-5 p.m. the outdoor pavilion will host a splendid array of artisans peddling their handmade local wares. Shoppers will find a unique mix of artwork, glass, handbags, jewelry, plush, soaps, stationery, textiles and other distinctive locally created goods. For a complete list of participating artisans go here⇒

Save the date: Apron Gala on May 18

Break out your sewing machine, grab your glue gun and get going on creating and/or decorating your apron for the 17th annual North Market Apron Gala. It’s the North Market’s yearly fundraiser celebrating the public market tradition, local food and the creativity of our merchant family. Creative aprons are highly encouraged attire. The Apron Gala will take place on Saturday, May 18 from 7 – 10 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person.

As the title of the event implies, all in attendance are encouraged to wear their favorite apron or create one in honor of the gala! Best male and female aprons will be selected and all guests wearing an apron will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. In case you lack the time and energy to create or buy your own apron, we’ll make it easy on you: AmyD will be selling her fanciful aprons at the North Market on May 4 and May 11 from 10AM – 2PM and commemorative Apron Gala aprons will be available on sale for $15 at the event.

School of Cooking Summer Schedule

Our School of Cooking Summer Schedule is now available online!

We’ve got a great lineup of demonstration-style classes available all summer for just $35 per person. Each class includes a minimum of three courses: appetizer or salad, main course and dessert. Our Chef Series classes featuring popular restaurants from around Central Ohio also generally include wine pairings. You can find our full class schedule and register online HERE

Upcoming classes include:

MAY Cinco de Mayo, Sunday, May 5 from 1-3 p.m.

JUNE Chef Series: Hyatt Regency, Wednesday, June 5 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Summer Salads, Sunday, June 9 from 1-3 p.m. Chef Series: Barcelona, Wednesday, June12 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Chef Series: Hubbard Grille, Wednesday, June 26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

JULY Chef Series: Sidecar Catering (Barcelona), Wednesday, July 17 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. From the Herb Garden, Sunday, July 21 from 1-3 p.m. Fast and Fresh with Robin Davis, Sunday, July 28 from 1-3 p.m.

AUGUST darista café: Fresh from the Market, Sunday, August 4 from 1-3 p.m. Chef Series: Trattoria Roma, Wednesday, August 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Chef Series: Local Matters, Wednesday, August 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Chef Series: Bodega, Wednesday, August 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Best of Summer, Sunday, August 25 from 1-3 p.m.

World Kidney Day is Thursday, March 14

The National Kidney Foundation is urging all Americans to give their kidneys a second thought and a well-deserved checkup. Join us in celebration of World Kidney Day on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at the North Market. The event will take place on the farmers’ market plaza from 10:00am to 2:00pm. You can take part in kidney health screenings, gain valuable information on kidney disease, enjoy refreshments and win prizes. We look forward to seeing you!

Red Cross Blood Drive on Saturday, March 16

Help save lives by donating blood with the Red Cross this Saturday in the Dispatch Kitchen on the second floor of the North Market from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Appointment times are still available at 9:00, 9:15, 9:45, 10:00, 11:45, 1:15 and 1:45.  For your donation you will receive free parking in the North Market lot, a coupon for a free trio of Jeni’s Ice Cream and a t-shirt from the Red Cross. To register please email mmartineau@northmarket.com with your name, preferred appointment time, cellnumber, date of birth and blood type (if you know it). Every effort will be made to accomodate walk-in donors on Saturday too!

Artisan Sunday Application Deadline Friday, March 22

Every Sunday from May through October the outdoor plaza at the North Market is home to local artisans including candle and soap makers, apparel designers, jewelry artists, ceramicists, glassblowers and more. If you create unique, locally handmade items and would like the opportunity to become a vendor at Artisan Sundays, please email mmartineau@northmarket.com to receive an application. The deadline for the first round of submissions is Friday, March 22 at 7 p.m. Spaces are $25 per Sunday. Additional applications will be considered as the season progresses if space is available.

Coffee Roast Returns on Saturday, March 23

Plans are brewing for a return of the wildly successful North Market Coffee Roast on Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fabulous crew from last year will be on hand and we have added two local roasters to the roster this year: LTown Coffee from London and Hemisphere Coffee who roasts in Mechanicsburg, but also operates out of a food cart on Indianola. Providing “Coffee Relief” in the form of a self-serve station, Boston Stoker from Dayton is adding to the festivities. This year’s event promises to be brimming with flavorful coffee samples and educational opportunities for attendees. The Coffee Roast is supported by A Touch of Earth and Columbus Crave Magazine.

Participating local roasters include: Backroom Coffee Roasters (Upper Arlington), Bexley Coffee Shop (Bexley), Boston Stoker (Dayton), Café Brioso (Downtown), Crimson Cup Coffee (Clintonville), Hemisphere Coffee (Mechanicsburg/Clintonville), Impero Coffee (Short North), LTown Coffee (London), One Line Coffee (Columbus), Silver Bridge Coffee Company (Gallipolis), Stauf’s Coffee Roasters (Grandview), Thunderkiss Coffee (Columbus) and Upper Cup Coffee (Olde Town East). Representatives from each roaster will be on hand to answers questions about their coffees and techniques. What goes better with coffee than milk? Hartzler Family Dairy and Snowville Creamery will also be on hand to offer a splash of dairy (maybe chocolate milk for a mocha) in your cup of java if that’s how you prefer yours.

We will host two sampling sessions on March 23 the first from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. and a second from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online in advance for $10. Admission at the door will be $12. Coupons good for $2 off same day admission will be available at all participating coffee roasters. Admission fee includes souvenir mug, drawstring backpack and a passport to sample coffee from 12 participating roasters. Admission to North Market and coffee demonstrations is free. For tickets and more information visit NorthMarket.com.

School of Cooking Spring and Summer Class Schedule

Do you still have gift certificates leftover from the holidays that you would like to convert to a cooking class? Want to watch some of Columbus’ iconic chefs in action as they create an exclusive three course meal for you and your classmates? Or maybe you are in search of some creative homecooking recipes that you can recreate in your own kitchen for your family.  If so, check out the newest class SCHEDULE for an evening with Chef Olivia Giesler from M at Miranova (May 1) or Chef Marcus Meacham of Bodega (August 21). Or spend a Sunday afternoon with Sheri Lisak, Betty Rosbottom’s former assistant from La Belle Pomme Cooking School as she cooks up seasonal menus with themes like Cinco De Mayo (May 5), Summer Salads (June 9), From the Garden (July 21) and Best of Summer (August 25).

Farmer’s Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday*

Participating farms include: Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing bittersweet, chestnuts, figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets, tomatoes and wreaths. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free arugula, basil, beans, bok choi, broccoli, carrots, cilantro, cucumbers, fennel, lettuce, mustard greens, onions, parsley, potatoes, pumpkins, red beets, spinach, squash, Swiss chard, turnips, watermelon and zucchini.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: We’ve still got the most gorgeous mums in town! We will also have beets, cabbage, cauliflower, coleus, gourds, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, Indian corn, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, pumpkins, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, tulip poplar honey, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles. Stock up now as this is our last week at the farmer’s market!

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: I will have an assortment of the following breads: baguettes, country white loaf, whole wheat, foccacia, olive ciabatta, multigrain rye, traditional french sourdough (what we call Ohio Sourdough), hearty sourdough made with half whole wheat flour, dinner rolls, blueberry scones and raspberry white chocolate scones. All the breads are specially made with great care using the best ingredients available. The scones are butter scones which are less cake-like and more like a biscuit. They are made with Vermont Creamery cultured butter, Snowville creamery heavy cream and locally pastured chicken eggs.

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing acorn, butternut and winter squash, beets, cabbage, collard greens, kale, onions, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, watermelon, all kinds of winter squash and zucchini.

Rhoads Farm Market: Homegrown Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, cauliflower, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash, watermelon and zucchini. Great time to process the last of your vegetables for winter. Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have arugula, basil, mint, pumpkins,  purple top turnips, radishes, salad and Japanese salad turnips.

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, lettuce, onions, potatoes, spinach and zucchini as well as bratwurst, chicken, ham steaks, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 14 varieties of apples and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have arugula, bok choi, kale, lettuce mix, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, Swiss chard, turnips and winter squash.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms, sunflowers and gourds.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing greens, mesclun mix, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet potatoes and winter squash.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have tomatoes, watermelon, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, spaghetti and butternut squash, zucchini and pumpkins.

*High Street will be closed from Goodale Street to Nationwide Blvd. beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday for Highball Halloween. Access to the North Market will be open from Park Street.

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares from 12-5PM.

Music by Ian Hummel 12-2

Participating artisans and their wares include:

Alexandra’s Authentics: uniquely handcrafted jewelry, ccarves, totebags

Angelflie Design: fine metal jewelry

Big-Caboose: specializing in baby bottom pieces

Black Market: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

The Forties Revisited: vintage style aprons and kitchen accessories

Gepetto’s: handcarved wooden home accessories

Graffiti Dog: homemade pet apparel, beds organic treats

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

Hunter Preston Design: graphically designed artwork, cards and prints

Infantaisle: unique baby shower and toddler gear

Jennifer’s Custom Designs: jewelry

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

John Montoya: jewelry and handcrafted items

Lenise Alexandra: artwork inspired by her original fantasy paintings

Odeon: jewelry made from recycled cogs, gears, skeleton keys and watches

OMG Glass: handblown glass art by Dawson Kellogg

Peace for Paws: 1-3PM. Animal rescue group with adoptable dogs

RockNRoadTripper Design: purses, totes, walker and wheelchair bags

Rubbish to Riches: up-purposed décor utilizing mixed media techniques

toodles to the noodles: noodleology style home sewn practical items

Una Tia Especial: handmade jewelry and crafts

Uniquely Yours: handcrafted jewelry

Vintage Vamp Jewelry: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

Windy Lane Alpacas: alpaca scarves, shawls, clothing and yarn

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2013 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

Kids’ Halloween Party this Sunday

Come one, come all ye tiny ghouls, goblins, transformers and otherwise Halloween-adorned tots. The North Market will host its annual childrens’ Halloween party and trick-or-treat bonanza on Sunday, October 28 from 12-3PM. Your children will enjoy a safe indoor trick-or-treat experience as well as entertainment from face painting to live music to hat and mask decorating. Trick-or-treat bags will be provided and there will be lots of fun to be had by all!

Scheduled Halloween Party activities include: • North Market merchants open at 12-5PM. • Trick-or-Treating at the North Market, 12-3PM while candy supplies last • Music by Ian Hummel of the Shazzbots, 12-2PM • Mark Wood Fun Show, 12-3PM • Mask and hat decorating with Mad Hat Parties, 12-3PM  • Bugman Enterprises with creepy crawlies, 12-3PM • Face painting, 12-5PM

The North Market Halloween Party runs Sunday, October 28 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and is a free event for all costumed youth from toddlers to thirteen-year-olds. For more information, please call the North Market at (614) 463-9664 or email info@northmarket.com.

Weekend update for October 13 & 14, 2012

Farmer’s Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday

Participating farms include: Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing bittersweet, chestnuts, figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets and tomatoes. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free arugula, basil, beans, bok choi, broccoli, carrots, cilantro, cucumbers, fennel, lettuce, mustard greens, onions, parsley, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, red beets, spinach, squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, turnips, watermelon and zucchini.

Davidson Produce and Cattle Farm: Come visit us in our new location, E-11 between Rhoads Farm and Toad Hill Farm. We will be bringing our beef, chicken, pork, potatoes, and lamb. From our farm to your table.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: We’ve still got the most gorgeous mums in town! We will also have beets, cabbage, coleus, gourds, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, Indian corn, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, pumpkins, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, tulip poplar honey, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce: Find us in E-22 in the north end of the pavilion this week between Honey Run and Wayward Seed. I will have eggplant, greens, squash, hot and sweet peppers and watermelon.

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: I will have an assortment of the following breads: baguettes, country white loaf, whole wheat, foccacia, olive ciabatta, multigrain rye, traditional french sourdough (what we call Ohio Sourdough), hearty sourdough made with half whole wheat flour, dinner rolls, blueberry scones and raspberry white chocolate scones. All the breads are specially made with great care using the best ingredients available. The scones are butter scones which are less cake-like and more like a biscuit. They are made with Vermont Creamery cultured butter, Snowville creamery heavy cream and locally pastured chicken eggs.

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing acorn, butternut and winter squash, beets, cabbage, collard greens, green beans, kale, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, yellow tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Quiver Full Farm: We will have fresh brown eggs, dried tomatoes, pears, honey, creamed honey, granola, stone ground whole wheat pancake mix, stone-ground corn meal, stone-ground whole wheat flour and whole wheat doggie treats.

Rhoads Farm Market: Homegrown Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash, watermelon and zucchini. Great time to process the last of your vegetables for winter. Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have arugula, basil, mint, radishes, salad, tomatoes and Japanese salad turnips.

Somerset Greenhouse: I will be bringing chard, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic, lettuce mix, peppers, shiitake and oyster mushrooms, red potatoes and Yukon gold potatoes.

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing basil, beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, lettuce, potatoes, spinach, zucchini and tomatoes as well as bratwurst, chicken, burgers, ham steaks, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 15 varieties of apples and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have arugula, bok choi, kale, lettuce mix, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, Swiss chard and winter squash.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms and gourds.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing greens, mesclun mix, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet potatoes and winter squash.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have green beans, tomatoes, watermelon, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, spaghetti and butternut squash, zucchini and pumpkins.

EBT and Senior coupons are accepted for produce.

Artisan Sunday is 12-5 p.m.

Music by Dan Heidt from 12-2PM.

Participating artisans and their wares include:

Angelflie Design: fine metal jewelry

Backroom Coffee Roasters: locally roasted coffee beans

Backyard Living: custom bird houses, antique barn wood frames, jewelry boards and signs

Black Market: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Brad Alexander’s Boxes and Bowls: Unique handmade wood products and gifts

Carmacazzi: hand-printed, eco-conscious apparel

Clay Street Ceramics: handpainted pottery for all occasions

Coaster Headz: unique coasters for your home

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Dawn Stechschulte: stained glass artwork

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

Eco Darling: t-shirt scarves, necklaces, headbands and bangles

Firecat Pottery: handmade pottery with cat, dog and botanical designs

The Forties Revisited: vintage style aprons and kitchen accessories

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

Hip Creations: dream catcher bracelets, tie dye cutoffs, recycled rag rugs

I Will Survival Bracelets: braceletes, key chains and dog collars

Jennifer’s Custom Designs: jewelry

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

John Montoya: jewelry and handcrafted items

Michael Kannard Photography: photographer and landscape architect

Objet Adapte: vintage handbags and accessories from recycled materials

Sarah Loch-Test Jewelry: elegantly handcrafted in metal and enamel

Soaps and Suds: handmade bath and body products

Vintage Vamp Jewelry: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

Windy Lane Alpacas: alpaca scarves, shawls, clothing and yarn

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2013 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

Market to Market & Harvest Festival this Saturday

Scheduled Saturday activities include:

• Farmers’ Market and North Market merchants open at 8 a.m.
• Market to Market breakfast in the Dispatch Kitchen, 8 – 10 a.m.
• Live music by Slate Ridge (bluegrass), 9 – 11 a.m.
• Free pumpkin cookies for the kids, courtesy of Mozart’s Bakery, 10 a.m.
• Face painting, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Kids crafts with Columbus Artmobile, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Mark Wood Cowboy Fun Show, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Live music by Gipson and Fitz Trio, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Joy Unspeakable, the living statue as The Scarecrow, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Pumpkin Pie contest, 1 p.m. in the Dispatch Kitchen
• Live music by The Folkwood Players, 1 – 3 p.m.
• Apple pie contest, 2 p.m. in the Dispatch Kitchen
• Live music by The Savory Chickens, 3-5 p.m.

Farmer’s Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday

Participating farms include: Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing chestnuts, figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets and tomatoes. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free arugula, basil, beans, cilantro, cucumbers, fennel, ground cherries, pickles, lettuce, mustard greens, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, carrots, red beets, spinach, squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Davidson Produce and Cattle Farm: Come visit us in our new location, E-11 between Rhoads Farm and Toad Hill Farm. We will be bringing our beef, chicken, pork, potatoes, and lamb. From our farm to your table.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: MUMS ARE HERE and gorgeous! We will also have beets, cabbage, coleus, gourds, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, Indian corn, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, pumpkins, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, tulip poplar honey, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce: I will have eggplant, potatoes, spinach, squash, squash blossoms, sweet peppers, tomatoes, watermelon and zinnias.

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: I will have an assortment of the following breads: baguettes, country white loaf, whole wheat, foccacia, olive ciabatta, multigrain rye, traditional french sourdough (what we call Ohio Sourdough), hearty sourdough made with half whole wheat flour, dinner rolls, blueberry scones and raspberry white chocolate scones. All the breads are specially made with great care using the best ingredients available. The scones are butter scones which are less cake-like and more like a biscuit. They are made with Vermont Creamery cultured butter, Snowville creamery heavy cream and locally pastured chicken eggs.

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing acorn, butternut and winter squash, beets, cabbage, collard greens, green beans, kale, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, yellow tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Quiver Full Farm: Thanks to you all for a great season. We’ll be back one more time on October 13th!

Rhoads Farm Market: Homegrown Brussels sprouts, cantaloupe, cucumber, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash, watermelon and zucchini. Great time to process the last of your vegetables for winter. Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have basil, broccoli raab, mint, salad, tomatoes and Japanese salad turnips.

Somerset Greenhouse: I will be bringing cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic, lettuce mix, peppers and Yukon gold potatoes.

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing basil, beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, lettuce, potatoes, spinach, zucchini and tomatoes as well as bratwurst, chicken, burgers, ham steaks, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 15 varieties of apples and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have arugula, bok choi, kale, lettuce mix, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, romano beans, summer squash, Swiss chard and winter squash.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms and gourds.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing mesclun mix, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet potatoes and winter squash.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have sweet corn, green beans, tomatoes, watermelon, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, spaghetti and butternut squash, zucchini and pumpkins.

EBT and Senior coupons are accepted for produce.

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares from 12-5PM.

Music by Willie Phoenix from 12-2

Participating artisans and their products include:

Backroom Coffee Roasters: locally roasted coffee beans

Black Market: jewelry, coasters and crocheted items

Brad Alexander’s Boxes and Bowls: Unique handmade wood products and gifts

Bubeez: recycled sweater mittens and headbands

Carmacazzi: hand-printed, eco-conscious apparel

Clay Creations by Katherine: handcrafted pottery

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, coasters and crocheted items

Crafty B’s of Bexley: Bold. Inspired. Talented. Creative. Handmade.

D. Action Productions: floral designed hand-rolled beeswax candles

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

homohio: t-shirts, record bowls and pillows made from upcycled t-shirts

Jam Anarchy: small batch jam featuring unusual flavors

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

John Montoya: jewelry and handcrafted items

MaraM: unique, eco-friendly bags, accessories and artwork

Mexigal, Ltd: vinyl album ornaments and bowls.

Moon Garden: bath and body products

Margie Ogle: wire-wrapped and fused glass jewelry

Objet Adapte: vintage handbags and accessories from recycled materials

Poshta Design: stationery and paper goods

SerannaNShannon’s Shop of Shinies: jewelry, afghans, knit and crocheted items

Sew Darn Simple: fabric cases, pouches, purses

Soaps and Suds: handmade bath and body products

SoKava Designs: artisan lampworking beads and jewelry

Vintage Vamp Jewelry: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

Windy Lane Alpacas: alpaca scarves, shawls, clothing and yarn

With the Grain: traditional wheatweavings, house blessings, and ornaments

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2013 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

Market to Market

Saturday, October 13

The 1939 film The Wizard of Oz is the inspiration for the newest edition of Market to Market, the event created by the North Marketand The Hills Market to celebrate bicycling and locally created foodstuffs. On Saturday, October 13th, the two markets will host the seventh Market to Market ride. With Dorothy and her friends in mind, the October 13th version of Market to Market is the official bike ride of The Wizard of Oz. Riders are encouraged to don costumes honoring the film. From the Scarecrow to the Wicked Witch of the West (who is clearly a cycling aficionado herself) to Flying Monkeys, there’s no limit of ways to honor the film. (Go ahead and leave Toto at home for this one.) For more information click here ⇒

Register online here⇒

Farmer’s Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday

Participating farms include:

Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets, zinnias and tomatoes. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free arugula, basil, beans, cilantro, cucumbers, fennel, ground cherries, pickles, lettuce, mustard greens, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, carrots, red beets, spinach, squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Bridgman Farm: I will have cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, ground tomatoes, onions, peppers, squash and heirloom and hybrid large tomatoes.

Davidson Produce and Cattle Farm: We will be bringing our beef, chicken, pork, potatoes and lamb. From our farm to your home.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: MUMS ARE HERE and gorgeous! We will also have beets, cabbage, coleus, gourds, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, Indian corn, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, pumpkins, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, tulip poplar honey, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce: I will have eggplant, okra, potatoes, spinach, squash, squash blossoms, sweet peppers, tomatoes, yard long beans, watermelon and zinnias.

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: I will have an assortment of the following breads: baguettes, country white loaf, whole wheat, foccacia, olive ciabatta, multigrain rye, traditional french sourdough (what we call Ohio Sourdough), hearty sourdough made with half whole wheat flour, dinner rolls, blueberry scones and raspberry white chocolate scones. All the breads are specially made with great care using the best ingredients available. The scones are butter scones which are less cake-like and more like a biscuit. They are made with Vermont Creamery cultured butter, Snowville creamery heavy cream and locally pastured chicken eggs.

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing acorn, butternut and winter squash, beets, cabbage, collard greens, green beans, kale, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, yellow tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Quiver Full Farm: We will be bringing chemical-free heirloom tomatoes, dried heirloom tomatoes, granola, homemade dog and cat treats, spiced honey, stone ground cornmeal and whole wheat flour, whole wheat pancake mix, spring honey, creamed honey and brown eggs.

Rhoads Farm Market: Homegrown cantaloupe, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash and cucumbers. Great time to process the last of your vegetables for winter. Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have arugula, basil, greens, mint, salad, tomatoes and turnips.

Somerset Greenhouse: I will be bringing cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh herbs, garlic, peppers and Yukon gold potatoes.

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing basil, beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, lettuce, spinach, zucchini and tomatoes as well as bratwurst, chicken, burgers, ham steaks, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 13 varieties of apples, Concord grapes and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have arugula, bok choi, cucumbers, lettuce mix, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, potatoes, romano beans, summer squash, Swiss chard and winter squash.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms and gourds.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing mesclun mix, potatoes, pumpkins and winter squash.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have bell peppers, cabbage, cantaloupe, eggplant, tomatoes, green beans, zucchini, squash, cucumbers, relish, sweet corn and watermelons.

EBT and Senior coupons are accepted for produce.

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares from 12-5PM.

Music by Elijah Aaron 12-2.

Participating artisans and their wares include:

Angelflie Design: fine metal jewelry

Beaniestalk: upcycled leather and suede accessories

Black Cat Designs: enamels for your body and home

Black Market: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Brad Alexander’s Boxes and Bowls: Unique handmade wood products and gifts

Bulldog Bling: tooled copper and semi-precious stone jewelry

Clay Street Ceramics: hand painted pottery for all occassions.

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

Face Splash Face Painting: custom face painting

The Forties Revisited: vintage style aprons and kitchen accessories

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

J.D. Enterprises: hand-dyed and tooled leather items

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

John Montoya: jewelry and handcrafted items

Lauren’s Photography: matted and framed original prints, duct tape wallets

Moonshadow Designs: tie-dyed items

Paws Up: dog bandanas, collars, gourmet biscuits

The Queen Bee Paper Company: personalized stationery,notepads, stickers

ReTee Scarves: unique scarves from upcycyled t-shirts

RockNRoadTripper Design: purses, totes, walker and wheelchair bags

SerannaNShannon’s Shop of Shinies: jewelry, afghans, knit and crocheted items

A Touch of Glass: handpainted vintage glass windows

Uniquely Yours: handcrafted jewelry

Vintage Vamp: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

Windy Lane Alpacas: alpaca scarves, shawls, clothing and yarn

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2013 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

 

Market to Market

Saturday, October 13

The 1939 film The Wizard of Oz is the inspiration for the newest edition of Market to Market, the event created by the North Marketand The Hills Market to celebrate bicycling and locally created foodstuffs. On Saturday, October 13th, the two markets will host the seventh Market to Market ride. With Dorothy and her friends in mind, the October 13th version of Market to Market is the official bike ride of The Wizard of Oz. Riders are encouraged to don costumes honoring the film. From the Scarecrow to the Wicked Witch of the West (who is clearly a cycling aficionado herself) to Flying Monkeys, there’s no limit of ways to honor the film. (Go ahead and leave Toto at home for this one.) For more information click here ⇒

Register for Market to Market online here⇒

Harvest Festival Baking Contests

Do you bake an exceptional pie? Enterprising customers have a couple of opportunities to take home a prize in our Harvest Festival baking contests on Saturday, October 13. In the pumpkin pie (1 p.m.) and apple pie (2 p.m.) contests, entrants are invited to submit their favorite recipe for judging. Each pie competition winner will receive $100 in North Market gift certificates. Second place will receive $50 in North Market gift certificates. Participation is limited to 12 entries per contest. To register or for more information, please email mmartineau@northmarket.com

Farmer’s Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday*

Participating farms include: Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets, zinnias, leeks and tomatoes. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free arugula, basil, beans, cantaloupe, cucumbers, ground cherries, pickles, lettuce, okra, onions, peppers, carrots, red beets, spinach, squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, watermelon, yellow watermelon, and zucchini.

Bridgman Farm: I will have cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, ground tomatoes, onions, peppers, squash and heirloom and hybrid large tomatoes.

Davidson Produce and Cattle Farm: We will be bringing our beef, chicken, pork and lamb. From our farm to your home.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: MUMS ARE HERE! We will also have beets, cabbage, coleus, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, tulip poplar honey, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce: I will have basil, eggplant, green beans, okra, potatoes, spinach, squash, sweet peppers, tomatoes, yard long beans and zinnias.

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: Sorry I will miss you this Saturday but I’ll be back next week!

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing acorn, butternut and winter squash, beets, cabbage, collard greens, green beans, kale, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, yellow tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Quiver Full Farm: We will be bringing chemical-free heirloom tomatoes, dried heirloom tomatoes, granola, homemade dog and cat treats, spiced honey, stone ground cornmeal and whole wheat flour, whole wheat pancake mix, spring honey, creamed honey and brown eggs.

Rhoads Farm Market: Homegrown cantaloupe, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, squash and cucumbers. Great time to process the last of your vegetables for winter. Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have arugula, basil, greens, mint, salad and tomatoes.

Somerset Greenhouse: Sorry I will miss you this Saturday but I’ll be back next week!

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing basil, beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, lettuce, zucchini and tomatoes as well as bratwurst, chicken, burgers, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 12 varieties of apples, 3 kinds of seedless grapes, Concord grapes and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have arugula, Asian eggplant, basil, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, lettuce mix, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, potatoes, romano beans, summer squash, Swiss chard, tomatillos and tomatoes.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms and gourds.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, potatoes, pumpkins and winter squash.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have bell peppers, cabbage, cantaloupe, eggplant, tomatoes, green beans, zucchini, squash, cucumbers, relish, sweet corn and watermelons.

EBT and Senior coupons are accepted for produce.

North Market hosts Scoot A Que breakfast

*The North Market will host the Scoot A Que breakfast from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Dispatch Kitchen. It’s part of the annual motorscooter rally hosted by local club the Columbus Cutters. If you are interested in checking out new and vintage scooters they will be lined up on the west side of the Market on Saturday morning.

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares from 12-5PM.

Music by The Piano Peddler from 12-2PM.

Participating artisans and their wares include:

adrollbag: fabric bags, art quilts, handwovens

Backroom Coffee Roasters: locally roasted coffee beans

Beaniestalk: upcycled leather and suede accessories

Beau and Pearl: handcrated sterling jewelry,organic body care

Big-Caboose: specializing in baby bottom pieces

Black Market: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

Carmacazzi: hand-printed, eco-conscious apparel

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, coasters, crocheted items

D. Action Productions: floral designed hand-rolled beeswax candles

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

The Forties Revisited: vintage style aprons and kitchen accessories

Grace’s Mercantile: homemade jams, jellies, handmade alpaca and fiber items

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

Handmade by KarmaCat: handmade bags, quilted journals

Hip Creations: dream catcher bracelets, tie dye cutoffs, recycled rag rugs

homohio: t-shirts, record bowls and pillows made from upcycled t-shirts

Infantaisle: unique baby shower and toddler gear

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

John Montoya: jewelry and handcrafted items

Paws Up: dog bandanas, collars, gourmet biscuits

RockNRoadTripper Design: purses, totes, walker and wheelchair bags

Rubbish to Riches: up-purposed décor utilizing mixed media techniques

Soaps and Suds: handmade bath and body products

Touch of Glass: decorated vintage glass windows

Uniquely Yours: handcrafted jewelry

Vintage Vamp: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

Windy Lane Alpacas: alpaca scarves, shawls, clothing and yarn

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2013 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

 

Local Brews, Booze & Foods

Wednesday, September 26 on the porch from 4-7PM

Farmers’ Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday

Participating farms include:

Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets, zinnias, leeks and tomatoes. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free arugula, basil, beans, cantaloupe, cucumbers, ground cherries, pickles, lettuce, okra, onions, peppers, carrots, red beets, spinach, squash, Swiss chard, tomatoes, watermelon, yellow watermelon, and zucchini.

Bridgman Farm: I will have cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, ground tomatoes, onions, peppers, squash and heirloom and hybrid large tomatoes.

Davidson Produce and Cattle Farm: We will be bringing our beef, chicken, pork and lamb. From our farm to your home.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: MUMS ARE HERE! We will also have beets, cabbage, coleus, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce: I will have basil, corn, eggplant, flowers, green beans, okra, potatoes, spinach, squash, sweet peppers, yard long beans and zinnias.

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: I will have an assortment of the following breads: baguettes, country white loaf, whole wheat, foccacia, olive ciabatta, multigrain rye, traditional french sourdough (what we call Ohio Sourdough), hearty sourdough made with half whole wheat flour, dinner rolls, blueberry scones and raspberry white chocolate scones. All the breads are specially made with great care using the best ingredients available. The scones are butter scones which are less cake-like and more like a biscuit. They are made with Vermont Creamery cultured butter, Snowville creamery heavy cream and locally pastured chicken eggs.

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing acorn, butternut and winter squash, beets, cabbage, collard greens, green beans, kale, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, yellow tomatoes, watermelon and zucchini.

Quiver Full Farm: We will be bringing chemical-free heirloom tomatoes, granola, homemade dog and cat treats, stone ground cornmeal and whole wheat flour, whole wheat pancake mix, spring honey, creamed honey and brown eggs.

Rhoads Farm Market: We are still picking a few late season melons and vegetables. Coming September 22: first of the season brussels sprouts! Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have green tomatoes and squash blossoms.

Somerset Greenhouse: I will be bringing cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh herbs, garlic, peppers and Yukon gold potatoes.

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing basil, beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, potatoes, zucchini and tomatoes as well as bratwurst, chicken, burgers, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 9 varieties of apples and 5 kinds of seedless grapes, Concord grapes and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have Asian eggplant, basil, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, lettuce mix, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, summer squash, Swiss chard, tomatillos and tomatoes.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes and potatoes.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have bell peppers, cabbage, cantaloupe, eggplant, tomatoes, green beans, zucchini, squash, cucumbers, relish, sweet corn and watermelons.

EBT and Senior coupons are accepted for produce.

Artisan Sunday

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares from 12-5PM.

Music by Miss Molly from 12-2

Participating artists and their wares include:

Angelflie Design: fine metal jewelry

Backroom Coffee Roasters: locally roasted artisan coffee beans

Beau and Pearl: handcrated sterling jewelry,organic body care

Black Market: jewelry, scarves, coasters, crocheted items

Carmacazzi: hand-printed, eco-conscious apparel

Catz Stitched Fantasy: gypsy style purses, handbags and accessories with vintage flair

Clay Street Ceramics: hand painted pottery for all occassions.

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, scarves, coasters, crocheted items

D. Action Productions: handrolled floral designed beeswax candles

Dawn Stechschulte: stained glass artwork

Destiny & Designs: handmade jewelry

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

Eco Darling: t-shirt scarves, necklaces, headbands and bangles

The Forties Revisited: vintage style aprons and kitchen accessories

Franklin County Recreation: jewelry including earrings, bracelets, necklaces and hair pins

Gallifrey Farms Goatmilk Soaps: soaps made with farm fresh goat milk

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

John Montoya: jewelry and handcrafted items

ReTee Scarves: unique scarves from upcycyled t-shirts

Sarah Loch-Test Jewelry: elegantly handcrafted in metal and enamel

SerannaNShannon’s Shop of Shinies: jewelry, afghans, knit and crocheted items

Vintage Vamp Jewelry: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2012 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

 

 

Microbrew Festival Needs Volunteers

Planning on coming to the Microbrew Festival next weekend? Would you like to work for your beer? We need help each day pouring beer for participating breweries. Volunteers receive an event t-shirt, souvenir glass and 10 tasting tickets.

Available shifts:

Saturday, September 15 from 12-4PM (10 needed)

Saturday, September 15 from 4-8PM (15 needed)

Sunday, September 16 from 12-5PM (7 needed)

If you would like to help please send an email with your name, cell number, t-shirt size and the shift you would like to mmartineau@northmarket.com

Farmer’s Market opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday.

Participating farms include:

Anderson Orchard: I will be bringing figs, sunflowers, mixed wildflower bouquets, zinnias, leeks and tomatoes. All of our produce is pesticide free.

Blossom Acres Produce: I will be bringing all naturally grown and chemical free tomatoes, basil, beans, cantaloupe, cucumbers, ground cherries, pickles, lettuce, okra, onions, peppers, carrots, red beets, squash, tomatoes, watermelon, yellow watermelon, and zucchini.

Bridgman Farm: I will have cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, ground tomatoes, onions, peppers, squash and heirloom and hybrid large tomatoes.

Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse: We will have beets, cabbage, coleus, green peppers, ghost chilis, hanging baskets, eggplant, green onions, kale, mustard and collard greens, potted flowers, radishes, red cabbage, Swiss chard and turnips.

Honeyrun Farm: We will have new Spring, Summer, and Fall honey, chunk honey, cut comb honey, infused honey, honey sticks, lavender honey sticks, handcrafted soap and beeswax candles.

K & R Garden Fresh Produce: I will have basil, corn, eggplant, flowers, green beans, okra, potatoes, spinach, squash, sweet peppers, yard long beans and zinnias.

Lucky Cat Farm and Bakery: I will have an assortment of the following breads: baguettes, country white loaf, whole wheat, foccacia, olive ciabatta, multigrain rye, traditional french sourdough (what we call Ohio Sourdough), hearty sourdough made with half whole wheat flour, dinner rolls, blueberry scones and raspberry white chocolate scones. All the breads are specially made with great care using the best ingredients available. The scones are butter scones which are less cake-like and more like a biscuit. They are made with Vermont Creamery cultured butter, Snowville creamery heavy cream and locally pastured chicken eggs.

Ohio Farm Direct: We’ll be bringing our whole milk cheeses including cheddar, feta, gouda,  havarti, low fat low salt colby, muenster, mozzarella, baby swiss, pepper jack, garlic and herb, tomato basil pinenut, lemon zest and other flavored special blends.

Persinger Farm: I will be bringing beets, cabbage, collard greens, green beans, kale, okra, onions, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, yellow tomatoes, sweet corn, watermelon and zucchini.

Quiver Full Farm: We will be bringing chemical-free heirloom tomatoes, granola, homemade dog and cat treats, stone ground cornmeal and whole wheat flour, whole wheat pancake mix, spring honey, creamed honey and brown eggs.

Rhoads Farm Market: Sweet corn season is winding down, melons are still available and peppers, tomatoes (canning specials), cucumbers, eggplant and squash are also available. Email requests to rhoadsfm@bright.net.

Rock Dove Farm: I will have basil, cherry tomatoes, lemonbalm, mint, sage, sweet onions, swiss chard, sorrel and “new” potatoes.

Somerset Greenhouse: I will be bringing cucumbers, fresh herbs, garlic, peppers and Yukon gold potatoes.

A Tasteful Garden: I will be bringing basil, beets, chard, dog biscuits, eggs, greens, herbs, potatoes, zucchini and tomatoes as well as bratwurst, chicken, burgers, sausage and pork.

Thomas Family Orchard: We will have 7 varieties of apples featuring Gala apples and 4 kinds of seedless grapes, Concord grapes and apple cider this week.

Toad Hill Farm: I will have Asian eggplant, basil, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, lettuce mix, okra, onions, parsley, peppers, poblano peppers, summer squash, Swiss chard, tomatillos and tomatoes.

Toby Run Growers: I will have shitake and oyster mushroooms.

Wayward Seed Farm: We are bringing cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes and potatoes.

Wishwell Farms Produce: We will have bell peppers, cabbage, cantaloupe, eggplant, tomatoes, green beans, zucchini, squash, cucumbers, relish, sweet corn and watermelons.

EBT and Senior coupons are accepted for produce.

*Note: North Market will be CLOSED on Monday for Labor Day. Regular market hours resume on Tuesday, September 3 from 9AM-7PM.

Artisan Sunday

 

Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares from 12-5PM

Music by Island Breeze from 12-2PM

Participating artisans and their products include:

BC Appliqué: guardian angels, appliquéd towels & bibs

Backyard Living: custom bird houses, antique barn wood frames, jewelry boards and signs

Beaniestalk: upcycled leather and suede accessories

Beau and Pearl: handcrated sterling jewelry,organic body care

Black Market: jewelry, coasters and crocheted items

Brad Alexander’s Boxes and Bowls: Unique handmade wood products and gifts

Carmacazzi: hand-printed, eco-conscious apparel

Clay Creations by Katherine: handcrafted pottery

Corazon y Manos: jewelry, coasters and crocheted items

Crafty B’s of Bexley: Bold. Inspired. Talented. Creative. Handmade.

Dragon Ikka: spiritual message in Japanese calligraphy

Green Handle Designs: hand-crafted jewelry, duct tape art

Jam Anarchy: small batch jam featuring unusual flavors

Jennifer’s Custom Designs: jewelry

Jewels by Juls: one of a kind jewelry for the one of a kind woman

MaraM: unique, eco-friendly bags, accessories and artwork

Moon Garden: bath and body products

Margie Ogle: wire-wrapped and fused glass jewelry

New Things from Old Things: picture frame earring holders, pedestal dishes, beach umbrella totes

Objet Adapte: vintage handbags and accessories from recycled materials

Paws Up: dog bandanas, collars, gourmet biscuits

Poshta Design: stationery and paper goods

Sew Darn Simple: fabric cases, pouches, purses

Simple Siren: natural beauty care

SoKava Designs: artisan lampworking beads and jewelry

Sweet Stella Designs: confectionary jewelry and accessories

Umbrella Girl Productions: handcrafted accessories, housewares and paper goods

Vintage Vamp: artisan jewelry with upcycled vintage findings

With the Grain: traditional wheatweavings, house blessings, and ornaments

To apply for Artisan Sundays 2012 please send an email to info@northmarket.com to be added to the application mailing list.

 

Mark your calendar for Columbus Microbrew Festival WEEKEND!

For six years we have brought the best microbreweries in Central Ohio to the North Market for a weekend celebration of locally craft-brewed ales, lagers and stouts during the Columbus Microbrew Festival. This year we have expanded the boundaries of both the festival and the scope of our included microbreweries. We are taking the festival to the street, quite literally, to Spruce Street adjacent to the market the weekend ofSeptember 14-16, 2012.

The new venue provides us with more room so we’ve invited microbreweries from around the state to join us. We’ll have Ohio cities represented from A (Akron’s Thirsty Dog Brewing Company) to Z (Zanesville’s returning Weasel Boy Brewing Company) and quite a few in between! New microbreweries joining the fun this year include Buckeye Lake Brewery (Buckeye Lake), Four String Brewing Company (Columbus), Great Black Swamp Brewing Company (Toledo), Great Lakes Brewing Company (Cleveland), Hoof Hearted Brewing (Marengo), Mt. Carmel Brewing Company (Cincinnati), Thirsty Dog Brewing Company (Akron) and Zauber Brewing Company (Columbus).

Admission to the event and accompanying North Market activities is free. Beer tasting admission is $20 and includes a commemorative pint glass, ten tasting tickets and a $5 North Market food certificate. Discount coupons good for $2 off the tasting admission fee will be available at all participating microbreweries in September. Additional tasting tickets will be available for $.50 each. Tickets are available in advance online HERE⇒,  at the North Market business office and at the door on the days of the event. Festival hours are Friday, September 14 from 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, September 15 from 12 -8 p.m. and Sunday, September 16 from 12 – 5 p.m.

For a full list of participating microbreweries and a daily event schedule, visit our event calendar here⇒