Survived and Going Strong

ATTENTION!!! Saturday May 18th, Members and customers please use Fair Avenue entrance to the fairgrounds. That is the entrance below the Jr Fair Building. This is due to the dog show going on and will be less confusing for everybody. Thank you very much.

 The market as a whole is surviving the fire and doing well. You can find us under the grandstands and under the roller rink on a rainy day. Plants and flowers and herbs abound. Spring vegetables are present in small supply but available. Strawberries and rhubarb have made their presence.

The crafts are still limited, but boy are the crafters busy creating. There are new items every week, including jewelry, soaps, candles, wood items (pictures, spoons, bowls), knitted items (toys, baby blankets, booties), fabric items (purses, pillows, aprons), home decor, bird houses,  feeders and feed, and pottery, 

When you buy from this market you are not only getting the best product in the area, you are also getting the best workmanship, baking and garden skills. These items are not shipped in from anywhere else.  The produce is freshly picked, the baked goods freshly baked and sometimes still warm. The  crafts are one-of-a-kind straight from the fingers and hearts of local crafters.

We want to thank all our wonderful customers and this awesome community for your show of support in the last weeks. We are forever grateful and love you all.

Our next event will be our annual Strawberry Festival on June 1st.

Have a Blessed Day

We will survive. Market tomorrow.

As I  am sure you have all heard, the River City Farmer's Market endured a terrible loss Monday, April 29th. The "Market" building, along with all the contents, was completely destroyed by fire. The loss of the building was great, but  the loss of the contents was greater. Produce members had tables and displays stored in the building.  The crafters, however, had ALL of their merchandise there.  They lost not only their product, but their displays as well.  Many of the items lost were "one of a kind" and not easily replaced, some not at all.  As mentioned in previous articles the items available were quality award winning crafts, lovingly handmade by the members. Hearts and souls went into each and every item, be it made from wood, fabric, wax, metal, gourds, or whatever the medium. 

For all things that we have lost, we are THANKFUL for the things that we did not lose.  No one was injured, the things lost were things. The best things in life are free and not really things.   We had lots of free things at this Market, and we still do.  We have Friends and Family and that is what this market is all about.  And in most cases, Friends and Family are the same because we have all become family, people who care greatly for one another. These things can not be taken from us......

Yes, the things lost were important to us all, but the loss of income is more important to some than others as it was a way to supplement their income and to better their lives financially. We all benefit from this market mentally and spiritually and will continue to do so.

WE WILL SURVIVE........ this market will continue.....the crafters may not have a big inventory, but we have spirit.  We will be there with whatever we can produce as we produce it.

The produce members are just now going at full force.  The flowers are beautiful and ready to perk up your yard.  The  garden plants are healthy and ready to grow in your garden. The meat, egg, cheese members and the bakers are all going on as well.

The CUSTOMER APPRECIATION BREAKFAST on May11th is STILL ON.  We will begin serving at 9:00 am and go as long as food lasts.  You can't keep us down. We will continue to be at the Washington County Fairgrounds, 922 Front St., Marietta  either under the Grandstand or under the skating rink depending on the weather.

After many of our loyal customers and the caring people from this community had inquired about financially helping this market, a Relief fund was set up.  Any donation can be made to the River City Farmer's Market Relief Fund, c/o Advantage Bank, 226 3rd St., Marietta, OH  45750.

Thank you all for your prayers, loving thoughts, and your continued support. We continue to be open EVERY SATURDAY, YEAR ROUND from 8:00 to 1:00.

Check us out on Facebook at River City Farmers Market, or at www.rivercityfarmersmarket.org or www.rivercityfarmersmarket.blogspot.com,

Questions? Please call President, Gary Smith at 740-984-2840 or Vice President,
Debbie Cunningham at 740-373-0921.

This day as I gaze out my window, I am lost and blinded by the tears. I was awakened this morning by a phone call telling me, that our market building was on fire. It wasn’t but a short time later, that my husband called to let me know it was a total loss. So much gone, so many hours of hard work , so much money, so many pieces of artwork, handcrafted with loving hands by so many…all gone. There are not words to describe the loss I am feeling right now. This was someone’s dream gone up in smoke. This was someone’s lively hood. this was their medicine, their food, their utility bills. For some just that little extra that kept them going.
This building such as it was, a poultry and rabbit barn for the fair, yes, but so much more. It was our market place, our store front, yes. But it was also our social outlet. A great place where neighbors and friends and family came together every Saturday morning to sell their goods, to hang out with friends, to meet and make new friends, renew old acquaintances. For some it was a reason to get out of bed.
This is a great loss not only to our members but a tremendous loss to the community as well
Where do we go from here???

Planting Season Begins

The big doors are open... Outdoor Stands are set up ...tables are loaded...It's official spring has sprung and it's garden planting time.

There is plenty to choose from here at the farmers market... plant wise anyway...cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes of all types...red... yellow...pink...stripe..from cherry size to sandwich size..you can find the right here. Pepper plants, flowers, and herbs will all be available.

Don't forget there is still plenty going on inside the building as well. Our crafts people are busy filling their shops with plenty of good things, for you to choose from, for that special gift for that someone special. Stop in, take a look and visit awhile , we are always happy to see you.

Have a Blessed Day
The former Jelly Lady

Today is our Spring Fling. Bring your children to the market and let them plant up a pot  so they can watch it grow. Every thing is supplied...soil, seed and pot. Come let them have a little fun this fine spring day.

Green --- the color of spring and cucumbers, kale, sprouts, flowers, plants, and more, all of which can be found right here at the River City Farmer's Market.
We open at 8:00 AM every Saturday, so get here early before the fresh veggies run out as supplies are limited at this time.  But you just wait, before long the doors will be open and the tables will be lined with all the fresh local veggies that you can imagine. Of course, we always have fresh local meats, cheeses and eggs along with award winning crafts.

Our next event will be May 11th - our ANNUAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION BREAKFAST. We will begin serving at 9:00 AM  and continue cooking until the food runs out.  We will be serving sausage hot off the grill,  potato dishes, sausage gravy and biscuits, eggs and lots of breakfast breads and cookies - all home made by  the members of the market. This event really brings in the crowds as they look forward to it each year.  We will be having drawings for Mother's Day flowers again this year.  Tell a friend and bring a lawn chair and stay for the entire morning.

While you are here you can shop for your MOTHER'S DAY gift.  We will have a wide variety of hanging baskets and bedding plants including flowers, veggies,  herbs and even edible grass for your cat. We have baked goods, salsas, jewelry, purses, candles, lotions, items for the home, both useful and decorative, lawn furniture, pottery and so much more. Doesn't your Mother deserve the very best?  You'll find it here at "the Market"

We are still accepting donations for the Ohio Valley Humane Society.  Don't forget to get your free raffle ticket each time you donate with drawings to be held on April 27th and May 27th.  You may win money and the animals receive much needed help. This is a win-win situation.....

DID YOU KNOW?

Apples are a member of the rose family and that there are more than 7000 varieties in the world.

Lettuce is a member of the sunflower family and is the second most popular fresh vegetable.

Egg yolks are one of the few foods that naturally contain vitamin D.

We hope to see you at 922 Front Street, Marietta, every Saturday, Year round,  from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

"Like" us on Facebook at River City Farmer's Market.

Visit us @www.rivercityfarmersmarket.org. and rivercityfarmersmarket.blogspot.com.

Questions, call President, Gary Smith at 740-984-2840 or Vice President, Debbie Cunningham at 740-373-0921.
 Have a great day

Our next event is our " SPRING FLING"  on APRIL 20th.  We will be providing seeds, potting cup and potting soil for all the children to start their very own flower or vegetable plant.  What fun it will be to experience the growing process.  They can care for their plant and watch it mature.  Should they choose a vegetable, they can eat their bounty. We hope that this will be a learning experience of a lifetime. This will be a morning long event so come in at your convenience before 1:00 pm.  For all who attend we will be offering cookies and coffee and a chance to win spring flowers.  Pick up your free raffle ticket that day.  The raffle is for one day only and the drawing  will be held at noon.  Put your phone number on the ticket to be notified if you are not going to be there to claim your flower.

Beginning APRIL 1st  through May 27th we will be accepting donations of food, toys, blankets, cat litter, cleaning supplies, etc. for the OHIO VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY.  The animals need your help too.  Let's keep the Humane Society able to help the homeless animals who need a meal, dry place to stay and lots of love.  In fact, there is probably a pet out there waiting for you..... Every time you drop off a donation you will receive a free raffle ticket for a monthly chance to win $25.00 market cash to spend with the member, or members,  of your choice. The April drawing will be held on the 27th and the May drawing on May 27th.  You need not be present to win,  just put your phone number on the ticket.

We would like to Thank all of those who helped out with our Food Drive. We, the market, appreciated it and  so did the pantries.  A little help  individually can add up to a lot of help for those in need.  Please remember to help whenever you can as food is always needed. Contact the local pantries in your area.

The flowers will be coming to the market so get those beds ready.  There will be bedding plants and hanging baskets to meet your every need, be it for shade, sun, ground cover or cutting. Flowers are a sure sign of spring. 

Of course, we will have vegetable plants too.  Get a head start on your garden. Nothing like going out to the garden for the freshest food available.  If you don't have garden space or the time to tend to a garden, you can come to the market for fresh-picked home grown veggies and herbs.  There is always a wide variety  from which to choose.

The bakers are still baking and the crafters are still crafting so make the market the highlight of your Saturday morning.  Come early and stay late.

We are open every Saturday year round. Our NEW SUMMER HOURS are 8 am until 1 pm at 922 Front Street (Washington County Fairgrounds)

"Like" us on Facebook at "River City Farmers Market".

Visit us at www.rivercityfarmersmarket.org. or wwwrivercityfarmersmarket.blogspot.com 

Questions? Call President, Gary Smith at 740-984-2840 or Vice President, Debbie Cunningham at 740-373-0921.

Have a wonderful day, enjoy the sunshine and come see us tomorrow. Remember 8:00 am to 1:00pm.

Spring has Sprung

Spring has sprung and it's starting to look pretty green, the birds are chirping and we are looking forward to gardening.  The farmers are already comparing the height of their plants and we are ready for some fresh veggies from the garden.  Some new plantings are already here, ready for you to plant. Nothing like getting a little dirt under the nails. The rewards are great.

The River City Farmer's Market's main goal is to promote a healthier way of living through better eating.

  The produce available here is all home grown locally.  We pride ourselves on the quality of produce available.  Our members make available a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, plants, fruits and so much more.  We do not always know what is in the food that we buy pre-packaged, but if you buy a tomato at the market, it is a tomato with no artificial enhancers. We will have fresh herbs to naturally flavor foods that we prepare.  How about some fresh sprouts for your salad or sandwich?

A lot of information is available these days about eating fresh fruits, vegetables, and breads made from whole grains.  Well, we have them all.

We have hormone free, organic meats and cheeses.  Some varieties of meat are chicken, beef, pork, rabbit and goat. Varieties of cheeses are too numerous to mention them all, but we have gouda, swiss, cheddar, garlic, pumpkin (yes, I said pumpkin) and many, many more.

Saturday, March 30th, we are having our 2nd annual Dessert Auction.   The auction begins at 10:00 am and ends when the last dessert is gone.The members, and some customers, are preparing their favorite Easter dessert for auction.  This was such a huge success last year that we just had to do it again.  Bid on a dessert, be it a German Chocolate or Lemon, Lemon or Coconut cake or even cookies for your Easter dinner.  All who attended last year had a blast and many had a one-of-a-kind dessert to call their own.

Also, we are still accepting donations for area food banks so desperately  in  need.
Be sure to get your free raffle ticket each time you donate.  We will hold a drawing on the 30th of March for  $25.00 market cash to spend with any member of your choice. You pick  your gift. You need not be present to win.

Speaking of gifts we have many Easter basket fillers.  How about kiddie soaps, crocheted animals, doggie bandanas, jewelry and more. Easter decor is still available for your home. And, of course, don't  forget your eggs for coloring.

We hope to see you every Saturday until 1:00 pm at the 922 Front Street, Marietta (Washington County Fairgrounds) year round.

Visit our FACEBOOK page: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM. You can give us a "like" on rivercityfarmers market.

We also have a lively website blog. Take a look: www.rivercityfarmersmarket.blogspot.com.

Should you have any questions, please call President, Gary Smith at 740-984-2840 or Vice President, Debbie Cunningham at 740-373-0921.
Until next Saturday
Have a Blessed week

Tomorrow... Saturday... February 23rd  is ...Soup Day ...Come by and sample your favorites....maybe pick up a recipe so you can prepare your favorite at home.  You may even be able to pick up some of the ingredients for that recipe right here at the market.

RIVER CITY FARMER'S MARKET

March 19 is NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY, a time when producers, agricultural associations, corporations, government agencies, and countless others across American gather to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture and about its contribution to our everyday lives.  We, the farmers' market, wish to THANK all the farmers,  whether big farm or small, for the fresh local produce provided for us.  We need to realize that without them we would not always know where our food comes from.

Next time you see a Farmer, thank them for the, sometimes thankless , job they do for us individually and across America.

Here, at the Farmers' Market,  we do sell crafts, but know that the Produce, meats, cheeses, eggs and other food products are our first priority.  We support our local farmers.  We carry fresh local beef, pork, rabbit, goat and lamb.  We have fresh eggs, both white and brown.  We have a wide variety of organic cheeses, some you have never heard of, but all are delicious.  We have  fresh sprouts to dress up any sandwich or salad. We have fresh produce, but, of course, in the winter the varieties are a little more limited to potatoes, kale, pumpkins and a  few others.                       

 You just wait until Spring, summer and fall.
We will have berries, apples, cucumbers, tomatoes, beets, corn, and so much more, again all locally grown.  We  will have fresh herbs to spice up any meal instead of adding artificial flavor enhancers, such as salt. And, of course, do not forget the spring plants and  seeds for you to grow for yourselves.  We will have potted plants, flowers to plant in the ground or for hanging.
A lot of our bakers are farmers also.  Nothing like homemade angel food cake prepared by freshly gathered eggs.  We have healthy brick oven baked breads.  We have salsas, jellies, pies, cupcakes, fudge, brownies, sweet breads, cookies, and more. We will satisfy any, and every, sweet tooth out there.  Buy some to eat while shopping, with a fresh cup of coffee, and then some to take home for later.

Since this article is all about agriculture and food, DID YOU KNOW?
Americans eat 17.3 billions popped corn each year. Popcorn's main function is to provide the body with heat and energy.
Carrots are a good source of Vitamin A which is good for eyesight.
Eating 20 tart cherries a day could reduce inflammatory and headache pain.

We are what we eat, so eat responsibly....and  remember that without the farmers, we wouldn't have food that is actually good for us.

We hope to see you every Saturday until 1:00 at the Washington County Fairgrounds, 922 Front Street, Marietta, OH.  We open at 9:00 through the winter.

Have a Blessed Day
the former Jelly Lady

The local food pantries are extremely low on supplies. Won't you please help the River City Farmer's Market help those less fortunate? We are collecting non-perishable food and cleaning supplies for these pantries.

Each time you donate you will receive a free raffle ticket . On Feb. 23rd we will have a drawing for a $25.00 Market Gift Certificate. Give every week for a greater chance to win and to help even more.

Also on  the 23rd we are having Soup Day. Our members will be making their favorite soups to share with you, and supplying recipes as well. Be sure to come by and sample your favorites.This is free, however  All donations are appreciated. 

Our farmers are talking seeds these days, so maybe the produce will be forthcoming before too much longer. I don't know about you, but I for one am looking forward to spring and some fresh greens and spring flowers. This winter has been a long one it seams. Ready for Sunshine and warm temps.

There's always something new to be had here at the market so stop by often to check us out.

Till then
Have a blessed Day
The former Jelly Lady

2013 Market Events

Just as I promised earlier, here they are:

Feb. 23           Soup Day
March 30        Easter and Dessert Auction
April 30           Spring Fling
May  11          Annual customer Appreciation Breakfast
June 2             Strawberry Festival
July  6             All American Hot Dogs
Aug 3              Summer Fest
Sept                Join us for the Fair
Oct 26            Trick or treat at the Market
Nov 23           Soup Day
Dec 21            Christmas at the Market


Be sure to mark these on your calendar or print off and put on your fridge as a reminder. Hope to see you all there.

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.

Sept 29 At The Market

With the long, hot, dry summer behind us, the Market is in full bloom with autumn veggies, apples, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and peppers galore in all degrees of heat ,beautiful mums and lots, lots more. 

Now is the time to get started on your homes'  fall look.  Outside the pumpkins and mums give your home the curb appeal that all your neighbors will enjoy .
Inside get those pumpkins and apples ready for pies, cookies, Jack 0 Lanterns and more.  Don't want to make them yourselves?  Buy them from our bakers here at the market.  You can even order for that special occasion.. .

 For those of you who do like to bake, we have included a tasty and easy Sweet Potato Casserole  Recipe (soon to become a tradition):

                SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

CASSEROLE INGREDIENTS;
3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (3-4 lbs.)
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 to 1/2 cup milk
TOPPING INGREDIENTS;
1 Cup brown sugar
1/3 cup flour
1/3 cup melted butter
1 cup chopped nuts

Cook potatoes, drain and mash. Add remaining casserole ingredients. Pour into a buttered long baking dish. Mix Topping ingredients and spread over top of potatoes, bake 20-30 minutes @ 350 degrees.  You can drop the topping on top of potatoes - it will spread out as it bakes

 Remember, there are countless choices of locally handmade, homemade and home grown products at your local River City Farmers Market in Marietta.  They come from our hands to yours.
For those of you starting your Christmas shopping, shop locally first.  We have the finest handmade gifts you will find anywhere.  All our members are from your local community.



Stop on by and say hello. We are open 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Every Saturday all year long.
922 Front Street
Marietta, Ohio at the Washington county Fairgrounds

Hope to see you there
Have a Blessed day
The former Jelly Lady

Sept 22 at the Market

     It's a nice crisp fall morning,  time to stroll on over to The River City Farmers Market and see what's new. I'm sure many of your friends and neighbors are there as well.

     We have pumpkins, fall squash and other items for your fall decorating, as well as consuming. Sweet potatoes, potatoes, watermelon maybe a few lingering tomatoes or beans. Peppers abound. I'm sure you'll find lots of surprises.

     Looking to start some shopping for the up coming holidays. There is no better place to start. We have many excellent choices in home made quality crafts made with love and care by the hands of many of your neighbors.

We hope to see you there.

Have a blesssed day
the former Jelly Lady

Fall

Wow! Is it fall already? Can't believe September is half over.

Well thanks to our six man crew the building has been reclaimed and cleaned up after the fair.

Last Wednesday was move back in day for a lot of us. Several of our craft members are away attending fall festivals. However there are plenty of us to shop with or just visit, you are always welcome for either. We enjoy your company. New looks to several of our stands. to better serve you and to lighten up the decor. Some fresh paint and new items as well. We've been BUSY.

There are produce people on the lot. We still have wonderful tomatoes, peppers, Sweet potatoes, potatoes, pumpkins and other fall crops. Stop by and check it out for yourself. Meats, eggs and cheeses available as well. The Sweet Stop is open today with a new look and freshly made treats for all.


Well, after all it is Saturday morning and I must make myself ready for the market. Hope to see you there.

Have a Blessed Day
The former Jelly Lady