Winter at the Market

    I know it's winter here in the Ohio Valley and garden fresh produce is a scarcity, but we do have some greenhouse grown veggies here on Saturdays. There are fresh eggs, homemade cheeses, chicken, beef, pork, rabbit and lamb. We have our usual condiments, syrups, jams and jelly. Fresh baked, some still warm from the oven, baked goods and breads.
     Our events and advertising committees are meeting and planning this years event calender. As soon as our list becomes available I will be posting it here as well as a reminder before each event so it's fresh on your minds. We enjoy having these events for our customers appreciation. We are here to serve our community hopefully to the betterment of your health and your enjoyment.
     Our artisans are busy making new product for their stands with offerings for the upcoming season. Don't forget Valentines day is not far off. I'm sure you can find something here for that special someone, wheather it be child or adult or pet. We have much to offer.
     we are on our winter hours at this time thru the end of April.
                                        Open 9:00 am to 1:00pm every Saturday.

Come on by and say hello. We all look forward to your visits.
Have a Blessed Day

The former
Jelly Lady

    

December 7th At The Market

Ho Ho Ho! Santa's on his way! Look for him at the market, now till Christmas. Drop off your letters to Santa at our FREE Raffle Gift Table.

Be sure to come by every Saturday morning the month of December to get your free raffle ticket for our Christmas gift drawing on the 22nd. Our amazing members donate to this every year with their hand made, homemade and home grown items. We like to show our appreciation for our customers loyal support, in some small way, throughout the year. Without you we wouldn't have a market. So THANK YOU!

You can find many assorted handcrafted gifts at our market for your gift giving pleasure. We have 3 market shopping days left till Christmas so come early, come often and shop with us.

Besides the usual baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, condiments and seasonal produce, you'll find creams soaps, salves and candles, all hand made right here in your back yard by your friends and neighbors. Nothing China or Hong Cong   made in our market. Keep you money local, supporting local people and your local economy.

We appreciate you and your support.

Have a Blessed Day
the former
Jelly Lady

Holidays

Can you believe it is December 1st already. Where did this year go????

Things are beginning to look rather festive around the market . Getting ready for our annual Christmas give away. Beginning today we will be handing out tickets for our free Christmas raffle, and every Saturday until the big drawings on Dec. 22. Santa will be here on that day and WNUS radio station will be doing a live remote. There will be cookies coffee and hot apple cider for all.  Have your child or children drop off their letter for Santa in the basket on the gift table.

Come on by and finish off that Christmas gift list right here. There are lots to choose from and something for everyone on your list. Reasonable prices and smiling faces to greet you. No pushing and shoving and grumpy shoppers or sales people. Everything is made right here in your local area. No shipped in stuff from who knows where. You can talk to the maker / grower in person. It just doesn't get any better than that and we are always happy to see you and to serve.

Come on out and say hello. Your neighbors will probably be here as well.

Have a Blessed Day
The former  Jelly Lady

Nov 24th at The Market

  

Tomorrow is small Business Saturday, the day after Black Friday.

 

The River City Farmers Market consists of small business owners who are  members of your local community who come together every Saturday to offer their best for  your purchasing pleasure. Buying from them is helping your community to grow and prosper rather than some unknown in a foreign country.

 This year why not put them first on your shopping list. There is much to be found there, something for everyone and for any and every occasion.

I do hope you will come by and see for yourself. You may even find your neighbor or best friend there. 

Beginning the first Saturday in December we will once again be giving out free tickets to be drawn at our Annual Christmas at the Market event on the last Saturday before Christmas . Be sure you stop in and get yours for a chance to win a prize made by one or some of our members. It's a gala time and lots of fun. 

Hope to see you all at the market tomorrow.

Have a blessed Day

 the former 

Jelly Lady

Nov 17th At The Market

Tomorrow, Nov 17th, is Fall soup Day at the market. 9:00 to noon or till the soup is gone. Come on out and sample your favorites and maybe pick up a recipe for the ones you like best. As always no charge for this event, however, all donations are greatly appreciated.  This type of event helps us to finance more activities for our customers enjoyment.

This will help kick off the Holidays for the River City Farmers Market. Next Saturday being "Small Business Saturday" here in Marietta, we hope you include The River City Farmers Market in your shopping schedule.
We have many fine hand made items that are just perfect for gift giving, all made with care and attention to quality. All our Artisans take pride in their work and are proud to offer you American made, with love.

You may also find breads, cheeses,meats, eggs condiments and delicious baked goods for your holiday fare, along with some seasonal produce.

Remember, We are open all year long. Every Saturday till 1:00 pm.

We hope to see you all there.

Have a Blessed Day
The Former Jelly Lady

It's the first ever Halloween Trick or Treat at the River City Farmers Market.  We are all decked out in Halloweens best decor.  Ready to meet and treat the little goblins.

Be sure to bring the little ones by in their costumes for treats, most will be homemade by our members so you know they are safe. Some , but not all of our members will be in costume as well. There will be snacks made of items  from our home grown produce as well for the adults to enjoy as well as the children. It should be a fun time for all. The fun begins at 10:00 am.

There is still some local produce to be had as well as apples and cider, eggs and cheeses, meats and condiments.

Our artists have been hard at work filling their stands with products for your purchasing pleasure. There is truly something for everyone here. Stop by and join in the fun and visit with your friends and neighbors at the River City Farmers market, 922 Front street , Marietta, Oh in the Rabbit and Poultry Barn at the Washington county fairgrounds. We are open all year Saturdays till 1:00.

Hope to see you there.


Have a blessed Day
the former Jelly Lady

It’s Pumpkin carving time, and you can find lots of pumpkins at the River City Farmers Market right now, along with fall squash, for eating as well as decorating for the upcoming holidays. The time of year for roasting marshmallows and  hot dogs over an open fire and watching the autumn leaves drift to the ground.

Many of us are hunting up old recipes and new for our holiday baking and I found one for you to try:

Butternut Apple Crisp
Ingredients: 1 small butternut squash   3 tart apples   ¼ cup honey   2tbsp. Lemon juice
¾ cup brown sugar   1 tbsp cornstarch   1tsp cinnamon   ½ tsp salt   1.5oz box raisins    1tsp all spice

Oat topping:  ½ cup all purpose flour   ½ cup oats   ¼ cup brown sugar   6tbsp butter   ¼ cup chopped pecans(walnuts)   ¼ cup gran0la

Wash,  core, peel, dice or slice squash and apples together, add remaining ingredients and mix well. Transfer to 9 x 13 baking dish and baked covered 20 minutes at 375%.  Remove from oven, sprinkle with topping and place back in oven and bake uncovered an additional 25 minutes or till bubbly and slightly browned. Cool   Top with cool whip or ice cream and serve     Enjoy!!

You can find the squash, apples and possibly honey and nuts at the market.

Our Event for October is our first ever….. Trick or Treat at the market,   bring your little ones in costume…there will be prizes…treats and more  Oct. 27...10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Our Artisans are getting ready, with abundant supplies of, handmade with love and pride, articles for your gift giving pleasure this time of year. It’s not to early to start your Christmas shopping. From trimming the tree to decorating inside and out, along with gifts for under the tree and stocking stuffers as well, you can find it all right here at the River City Farmers Market. Each item is crafted right here in your community, by your friends and neighbors. You can count on them to provide you with the finest quality of hand made and home made selections. Our members take pride in their work. There are countless choices that come from their hands to yours. Come visit us and “Shop Local”

OPEN ALL YEAR EVERY SATURDAY until 1:00 pm. Where?  The Washington County fairgrounds at 922 Front Street. Just follow the signs to the Market building.

Keep up with us ONLINE!  Check out our Facebook page and our website www.rivercityfarmersmarket.blogspot.com. These are great sources o keep up with latest news and events at the market.