Lakefield Farmers’ Market Canada Day Celebration To Be Held June 29

The Lakefield Farmers’ Market, located behind the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre, is celebrating Canada Day on Thursday, June 29.

photo courtesy of the lakefield farmers’ market.

Market staff will be handing out small Canadian flags, temporary maple leaf tattoos, and Canadian themed colouring sheets. Lakefield Youth Unlimited will also be on hand with children activities.

Market vendors will have everything needed for Canada Day celebrations; fresh produce for salads, local meat for the BBQ, delicious baking, local craft beer, VQA wines and much more.

The Lakefield Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine from Victoria Day until Thanksgiving. The Farmers’ Market is located behind the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre, next to Isabel Morris Park along the Otonabee River, and just steps from the Lakefield Marina and the Lakefield Trail.

For more information, check out the website.

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Peterborough Regional Farmers' Market Finds New Home at Quaker Foods City Square

The City of Peterborough welcomes the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market to the Quaker Foods City Square with operations every Wednesday and Saturday from May 3 to Oct. 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day.

photo courtesy of the peterborough regional farmer's’ market, website.

The public square on Charlotte Street, just east of Aylmer Street, is well situated in the heart of downtown Peterborough, with convenient access to Peterborough Transit and public parking at the King Street Parkade right next to the Square. The location is linked to the active transportation network with multiple trails and bikeways leading to downtown.

“We’re thrilled to have Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market operating in Quaker Foods City Square. The market fulfills two important roles for our downtown - it provides local produce, prepared food and local artisans’ work, and perhaps more importantly it helps build a sense of community. It will be a great experience to stroll through the Square, pick up some local goodies at the market and meet up with friends and neighbours,” said Town Ward Councillors Alex Bierk and Joy Lachica. 

“We are genuinely excited for this opportunity the City of Peterborough has given us. There is an understanding as to the importance a vibrant urban market can bring to the Peterborough Downtown Core. The site is on the former location of the Wednesday market and many vendors are overjoyed to be returning to a location that had a strong and vibrant place in the city. We look forward to a great summer filled with exciting events, and wonderful seasonal products,” shared Jeff Wagner, chair of the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market.

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Lakefield Farmers’ Market to Host Mother’s Day Market Event

The Lakefield Farmers’ Market is holding a Mother’s Day Market on May 14 from 9 a.m. to  1 p.m. in the municipal parking lot next to The Village Inn at 39 Queen St. in Lakefield.

photo courtesy of the lakefield farmers’ market.

“The Lakefield Farmers’ Market is pleased to be hosting a Mother’s Day market again this year,” said market manager Stacey Sullivan. “We invite folks to bring their mom, wife, grandma or any of the special people in their life to enjoy the market!”

There are many ‘regular’ Farmers’ Market vendors including: A1 Gluten Free Gals, Bobcaygeon Brewery, Buns & Sweets, Grandma Needled It, Jess' Kitchen, Kia Ora Pie Co., La Mesita, Lakefield Pantry, Madrigal Gardens, Ontario Cheese Union, Pillitteri Estates Winery Inc., Sara's Plant Stand, Selwyn Garlic Farms, The Back 40, The Jam Cupboard, Wagner Maple Products, Washburn Island Soaps and Yellow House Bees & Otonabee Apiary.

The Lakefield Farmers’ Market will open for the season on May 18. The market runs every Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, from Victoria Day until Thanksgiving behind the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre.

For more information visit the website.

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Peterborough Regional Farmers' Market Hosts First Outdoor Market Of The Season

The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market (PRFM) has moved outside for the season, with their first outdoor market being held on Wednesday.

Martin, owner of La Mesita Restaurante. Photo by Angela O’Grady.

“We are so excited to be back,” said Martin, owner of La Mesita Restaurante. “It was a long winter with COVID and everything. This market feels like it’s going to be back to normal.”

The PRFM operates in the courtyard of Peterborough Square every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m May - October.

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They are a verified Farmers’ Market, which means that Farm vendors are certified by MyPick. MyPick ensures that farmers are growing 100 per cent of what they are selling.

At the PRFM, Sixty percent of vendors are primary producers, selling farm-grown products. The remaining forty per cent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.

For more information about PRFM visit www.ptboregionalfarmersmarket.org.

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Downtown Peterborough Saturday Farmers’ Market Adapts To New COVID Measures

The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market (PRFM) is adapting its operations to conform with the newly introduced provincial requirements and the advice from Peterborough Public Health. 

Effective Saturday, January 2nd, 2021, the Market will strengthen measures designed to help ensure the safety of customers, vendors and volunteers, while continuing to support and promote verified local farmers and food suppliers.  

“We continue to adhere to the direction of the province and our local Heath Unit”, says Reem Ali, Chair of the PRFM Steering Committee. “We encourage all of our customers to respect social distancing and are introducing additional features to help achieve that objective.”

Photo via ptboregionalfarmersmarket.org

Under the new provincial requirements, supermarkets, convenience stores and indoor farmer’s markets are open for in-person shopping at 50 percent capacity. 

For the Downtown Saturday Market, located at Peterborough Square, this means the maximum customer capacity inside the market at any one time is 100 people. Customers lining up inside the market at a vendor, or outside the market at the entrance, must maintain a physical distance of at least two metres.

In addition to strengthening measures to facilitate physical distancing, the Market is encouraging customers to consider how they can assist, such as:

-        Limiting the number of shoppers to one person per family;

-        Placing pre-orders with vendors for simple pick-up; and

-        Shopping for others who may be isolated.

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Over 800 People Turned Out To Support Local Food Producers At Special Holiday Lakefield Farmers’ Market

It was a great turnout this year at the Lakefield Farmers’ Market “Special Holiday Market” held on Sunday, December 6th in the Municipal Parking Lot next to the Village Inn in Lakefield.

“The market was pleased to try a Special Holiday Market this year and it was a huge success,” says Market Manager Jenny Ross. “Over 800 people came out to support local food producers and vendor sales were 50 percent greater than on a normal market day.”

Linda Coons brought along her little dog “Spike”, all dressed for the occasion of the Lakefield Farmers’ Market “Special Holiday Market”.

"Even Santa showed up to do some shopping in what customers depend on as a COVID-safe and friendly shopping experience," adds board member Jennie MacKenzie.

Even Santa showed up to pick up some great gift ideas at the very successful Lakefield Farmers’ Market “Special Holiday Market”.

Many of the vendors are available for off season sales. Their contact information is located at lakefieldfarmersmarket.net.

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Lakefield Farmers’ Market Holding Special Holiday Market On Sunday, December 6th

The Lakefield Farmers’ Market will be holding a Special Holiday Market on Sunday, December 6th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Municipal Parking Lot next to the Village Inn in Lakefield.

“The Lakefield Farmers' Market is pleased to try something new this year,” says Market Manager Jenny Ross. “A Special Holiday Market will provide an opportunity for customers to buy local food and products one more time this year. Stock up for the winter cooking season ahead and pick up some items for Christmas gifts.”

Lots of great gift ideas will be available at the Lakefield Farmers’ Market “Special Holiday Market” on Sunday, December 6th (Photo courtesy Lakefield Farmers’ Market)

"Vendors and volunteers will once again be providing the COVID safe and welcoming environment that our customers depend on," adds board member Jennie MacKenzie.

Mark your calendar and make your list. You’ll have so many items to choose from such as kombucha, kettle corn, baking, chicken, knitting, jams, prepared foods, beef, pork, wine, vegetables, seasonal wreaths and so much more.

Many of the vendors are available for off season sales. Their contact information is listed here.

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Winter Farmers’ Market Returns To Peterborough Square

The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market is returning to Peterborough Square for the 2019/2020 indoor market season starting this Saturday (November 2nd) and running through April.

The winter market is located at Peterborough Square’s lower level near Princess Gardens. Signage will direct you from all mall entrances to the market location, which is in a newly renovated space this year.

“The location is perfect for a market,” says Julie Fleming from Circle Organic Community Farm. “It’s central, accessible and familiar to everyone. It’s also a warm and welcoming space for families and is fully accessible.”

Parking is free in the mall’s underground parking. Take the blue Galaxy Cinema doors upstairs from the parking garage, exit at the first level doors and you’re right there at the Farmers’ Market.

There is also a Kids’ Zone at the market which has been a huge hit for families. It has toys and other activities happening there while parents enjoy a hot beverage. You can’t go wrong with that.

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Peterborough Region Farmers’ Market Returns To Citi Centre On May 4th

The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market (PFRM) returns to Citi Centre at the corner of Charlotte and Aylmer on May 4th and will continue every Saturday until the end of October.

“All your favourite farmers from last year are returning and keep your eye open for all the new farmers joining the market this year,” says Josh Blank, co-chair of the Market Management Committee. “All farmer vendors continue to be third party certified to sell what they grow. We know the community wants truth in advertising.”

“Over the winter, we expanded the kid’s zone and for the summer we are offering an even bigger and better area for the kiddos,” says Brooke Erickson, co-chair of the Market Management Committee.

May 4th is traditionally a celebration of all things Star Wars, and the PRFM will lead the “May the 4th be with you” party in Peterborough. They have four Star Wars themed crafts all day in the Kid Zone, and have put out the call to all the Star Wars fan clubs and are expecting a large gathering of Star Wars characters for the day.

The prepared food vendors and the artisan vendors return with all the people you know and love, plus many new options for you and your family.  If you need a wedding gift, a birthday present or a gift for yourself, the artisan vendors are ready to provide amazing products. 

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PTBO Regional Farmers Market Announces Winter Location In Peterborough Square

The Peterborough Regional Farmers Market, which launched at the outdoor Citi Centre, has found a winter home within Peterborough Square. The community can follow their favourite local farmers and market vendors inside for the winter months, from November to April, as the space is transformed into a vibrant and abundant farmers’ market.

“The owners of the mall are totally committed to welcoming the Farmers’ Market to their building," says Cheryl McQueen, Peterborough Square Manager. "They see it as a return to the roots of the Farmers’ Market in Peterborough.” (The original Farmers’ Market in Peterborough was held onsite in the Market Hall.) 

Photo courtesy DBIA

“The location is perfect for a market,” says Julie Fleming from Circle Organic Community Farm. “It’s central, accessible and familiar to everyone. I have taken my kids to movies at Galaxy Cinema and you use the same parking lot. Take the blue Galaxy Cinema doors upstairs from the parking garage, exit at the first level doors, and you’re right at the new Farmers’ Market."

“Parking is free on the weekends and because the parking lot is heated you can leave your winter coat in your car after you park to make your market experience even easier,” adds Fleming. 

The Peterborough Regional Farmers Market will continue at its summer home at Citi Centre until the end of October and then move to Peterborough Square for its winter location.

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