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SUMMERTIME! June 2009
It’s 2:00 pm on Wednesday – an empty parking
lot behind our town’s Firehouse will slowly emerge from its
quiet surroundings. Getting ready for another afternoon of
business!
Within the hour they will start arriving. Trucks, vans, cars,
start pulling in and taking their places. Little tents will grow
in front of vehicles. Grace is usually first to arrive, Caleb -
the Mood Family, swing their trailers into place. Warm smiles
and helpful hands begin to set up this little community. Early
shoppers are greeted like family as they inspect the fresh
produce on display.
Karen’s fresh roasted coffee and the sweet
smell of cinnamon buns and artisan breads are so powerful that
Gramps has to remind the kids not to open the doors before the
truck is fully parked!
There’s something for everyone. The veggies
are plenty and delicious. And the farmers are very happy to help
with your selection. They’re proud to offer you the best in
local produce and flowers. Don’t forget about Grace from "Bee
Well"! I know there’s a sweet tooth at home waiting for you to
bring home the honey and maple syrup for tomorrow’s breakfast.
There are so many things for you to sample. By
2:15 you may be experiencing hunger pangs because Infusion
Mobile Café IS ALREADY GRILLING! Wonder what’s on the menu
today? Grilled Chicken heaped on Flatbread, Cheese Steaks ,
Peppers, Onions and Sausage Sandwiches. Ever wonder why food
tastes so good when it’s grilled outdoors?
It’s 3pm….if you are reading this message, it’s time to put down
the cell phone, close the computer and gently push your chair
away from the table. …..We’re waiting for you…..
To all of our soon-to-be-new friends……you haven’t experienced
summer until you pay a visit to our community’s Farmers Market!
Look for us behind the Springtown Firehouse-Routes 212/412.
Wednesday, May
27th:
Soft breeze, mmmm....fresh Spring
air...another perfect day at the Springtown Farmers Market.
First to set-up, last to break down. Spotlight
on Jackie Jones Jewelry with its
well appointed display table, every piece crafted with
care! Shoppers experienced an array of quality materials,
including sparkling crystals, elegant sterling silver,
unusual beads and natural stones. All the right elements to
express, dress and feel like Spring! Distinctive pieces
beautifully displayed...so many options made finding the
perfect gift a pleasure - 'exclusively' available
for our Wednesday crowd!
An opportunity to meet...Spotlight on
SILO at Kirkland Farm. Yoga, Pilates, Artist
Residency. Joining our Market to personally extend an
invitation of wellness, inspiration and relaxation...Robin
Staff and Dorota Glickstein...."every season at SILO
provides its own magic....Silo is a jewel, a haven, a place
you can really hear yourself think, breathe deeply in and
make marvelous, unpredictable strides in new directions".
Plan your calendar...second chance to meet Robin and Dorota...Wednesday
June 17.
FROM OUR MARKET TO YOUR TABLE - RED JUICY
STRAWBERRIES ...just for you! Share them with Uncles,
Aunties and Cousins, too!
PS- Important announcement from the Bucks
County Cookie Company....arrive early-June 3rd.
Early Sell-Out Expected ...Story Time at the Market!
...got milk?
Market Manager Reflections - May 20, 2009
- Springtown Farmers Market, Bucks
County PA
Wednesday, May 13th:
Italian Day at the Market - O solo
mio!(it's my own sun)
Vendors participated in a BIG way...The Coffee Scoop
featured fresh roasted Italian coffee.
Rolling Pin
Pastries - freshly baked Olive Bread and the
ever-popular Sea Salt & Herb!
Flint Hill Farm-Becca proudly displayed Mozzarella
cheese.
Meadow Brook Farm with a selection of fine
steaks.....
If you visited with Guest Author, Sharon
Sanders, among the scores of practical tips, I am sure
she would have suggested using a T-bone steak when
preparing the classic bistecca alla fiorentina
("COOKING Up AN ITALIAN LIFE"
pg. 178)
A visit with Wendy of Tall Pine Farms would
definitely result in the purchase of "must have" herbs-Rosemary,
Sage, Oregano, Parsley.
Traugers Farm - tomato plants, asparagus and
fresh dill!
Tom at Happy Farm was busy marketing Lamb,
Duck,
Large Eggs, Chicken liver(see pg 204 "COOKING
Up AN ITALIAN LIFE"/Chicken-Liver-Rosemary
Crostini-- too, too yummy)
Kate of Lilies and Lavender was ready for our cooking
enthusiasts with fresh Italian parsley, fennel and basil.
Beautiful bouquets of flowers - the finishing touch
for your dinner table!
Brenda of Marie Soaps had an incredible selection of
"roma" scents available and told this market manager
about two new scents being added to her collection...Cafe Au
lait and Cafe de mint.
Ask her about these on your next visit!
Caleb of Tabora Farms and Orchards had the most
amazing Foccacia Bread, freshly prepared with onion,
parsley and tomato. Not to mention Stuffed Rolls! -
You've got to see these to believe it!
There's so much more than I have described, just hoped I
"wet your whistle"...come for an afternoon....you'll be glad
you did!
PS-did I mention the live music??? Thanks "Local
Harvest Band"
Che bella cosa e' na giornata 'e sole
(What a beautiful thing is a sunny day)
Market Manager
Reflections - May 13, 2009-Italian Market Day ,
Springtown Farmers Market, Bucks County PA
May 6th, Opening Day:
Meet, Eat, Shop, Stroll -
teachers, writers, artists, long time friends...families
The atmosphere is casual, the
open air commerce enticing, the goods are abundant, local
and FRESH.
Brewed organic roasted
Coffee... bakers' goods that melt in your mouth, just like
Grammy made!
The sweet smells of Herbs,
Soaps, ...... and the Flowers, lots of Flowers!
Prepared Foods divinely made
just for you to bring home...and DINE!
Free Music!
Wednesdays - Leave your
Blackberries, PDA's and Smart Phones at home.
Come for the fun - you
deserve it!
Market Manager
Reflections - May 6, 2009-Opening Day , Springtown Farmers
Market, Bucks County PA
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