WHERE CAN YOU FIND A MELTING POT OF INDONESIAN, VIETNAMESE, ROMANIAN, CAMEROONIAN, MEXICAN, GREEK, ITALIAN AND FRENCH FLAVORS?  THE ANSWER IS THE OLNEY FARMERS MARKET EVERY SUNDAY FROM 9 TO 1.  AND DO YOU HAVE THE PERFECT POTATO RECIPE?  DETAILS ON POTATO DAY COMING UP ON APRIL 26TH.

WHAT’S AT THE MARKET?  Fresh fish, Maryland crabcakes, homemade bread, certified organic produce, freshly cut flowers and plants, coffee, Danish, croissants, croques monsieurs, apples,  hydroponic lettuce, microgreens, red and white potatoes, sweet potatoes, Greek pastries, Greek olive oil, olives, balsamic vinegar, local mushrooms, ground beef, butter, sausage, poultry, local honey, BBQ, hummus and pita, empanadas, Indonesian curry, homemade tuna salad, cookies, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, bread pudding and more.

MARKET MANAGERS:  Tracy Clare (TEE CEE’S BOUTIQUE) and Greg Coxson (IT’S OLNEY MATH!) Janet is away this Sunday.  Come to the Info booth if you have questions or need assistance.

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Westmoreland, Leedstown, Manchester Mushrooms, Living Lettuce, Dimitri Olive Oil, M & M Plants, Apple Valley and Fairy Greens.

KNIFE SHARPENING:  Look for Gary (Sharper Than Ever) on-site, near the pedestrian walkway.

TAKING THE DAY OFF:  Stuffed Potato, Matelna Bakes and Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing

BICYCLE REPAIRS:  THREE POINT CYCLES will be opposite the thrift shop donations area.

CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
Quilltales by Nash
Treasures by Brent
The body scrubs by Rebeca team
Cruelty-free Stitchery
FVR knitting and sewing 
Shady Grove Candles

SPECIAL APPEARANCE:  Mater Amoris Montessori School will be bringing its Mater Amoris adolescent class to the Market this Sunday.  Stop by and find out why.

ATTENTION VENDORS:  The Market is now full!  No more applications accepted until after Mother’s Day.  This Sunday, we are using our Spring layout.  This is different than the Mother’s Day layout, which will be unveiled later.  Be sure to check in with a manager before setting up.  If you’re not scheduled to vend and want to see your Springtime spot, contact Janet or Tracy to arrange a visit.  Also don’t forget the mandatory meetings for new vendors.

HOLD THE DATE: APRIL 26TH:   Will it be mashed, diced, sliced or something else?  This year, the Market is hosting Potato Day, part of Olney Days.  Bring your homemade potato dish to the Info tent at 10:30am, and be prepared to be judged.  Our own Personal Chef Nick will be top judge.   Prizes will be awarded for top community potato dish and top potato vendor.  See the list of participating vendors on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com.  We’ll also have potato sack races, a scavenger hunt and games for children throughout the day.  Plus, cooking instructor Joe Baldini is hosting a cooking Gnocchi Class at 11am on the Market Green.  The first class is FREE.  He’ll have a sign-up sheet for future Italian cooking classes.

NEIGHBORS FEEDING NEIGHBORS
Also on April 26th, our Market vendor, Coop’s Soups, and Sage and Sourdough are partnering to donate soup and bread to dozens of area families through the Montgomery County Immigrants Rights Collective. We are asking for monetary donations to help cover the cost of soup and bread ingredients and packaging containers. Please consider making a donation HERE. Your gift provides more than just nutritious food; it provides comfort, dignity, and helps us fill gaps in our local food system. To join us in cooking the soup and bread, please email us at [email protected].

MAY 10TH:  MOTHER’S DAY AND GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET
This is the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com) before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.  Thanks to our vendors for the gifts.

MAY 10TH: The return of our Master Gardeners.

SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING
 Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Hospital liaison, Katherine Farquhar.  Join us for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.
 
 JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY
This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming soon.
 
JUNE 26TH: SPRING MOVIE NIGHT
Details coming soon.
  
Late August:  The call is out for talented teen musicians!  We’re holding our first time ever Olney Farmers Market High School OPEN MIC DAY.
Students from area high schools will perform 2 songs at the Market.  Music teachers from area high schools are asked to choose 3 students to perform - individually. Students must provide their own instruments.  A PA system and mics will be set up.  
 
VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

FOOD SCRAPS:   As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market.
You may drop off:

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
  
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)
  

PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE!  During the regular season starting on May 10, vendors are asked to stay until1:10pm.  There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent.  

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  
In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.
Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

ROAST IT, GRILL IT, OR SERVE IT RAW!  WESTMORELAND FARMS IS BACK WITH ASPARAGUS!  PREPPING FOR POTATO DAY ON APRIL 26TH, AND IT TAKES A VILLAGE!
FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP FIGHT HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY WITH A BOWL OF SOUP AND SOME BREAD.  THOSE ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS FOR THIS SUNDAY.  NOW HERE ARE DETAILS….

VENDOR AND CUSTOMER ALERT!  The Prince Philip entrance will be blocked off this Sunday due to paving work.  Vendors should enter through 108.  Spots for disabled customers will be reserved in the large parking lot.  Call 202 257 5326, if you need assistance.  Vendors, don’t forget we’re starting our Springtime layout this Sunday.  Please check in with Janet or Tracy by 8:15am.

WHAT’S AT THE MARKET?  Certified organic greens, hydroponic lettuce, microgreens, apples, red and white potatoes, sweet potatoes, local mushrooms, eggs, butter, fresh coffee, Danish,  homemade bread, vegan desserts, gluten-free desserts, croissants, croques monsieur, fresh fish, Greek pastries, Greek olive oil, olives, balsamic vinegar, ground beef, sausage, poultry, local honey, BBQ, hummus and pita, empanadas, Indonesian curry, homemade tuna salad, egg-free cookies,  baked beans, croissant sandwiches, bread pudding and more.

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Common Root Farm, Leedstown Farm, Westmoreland Farms,  Manchester Mushrooms, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley and Fairy Greens.

MARKET MANAGERS:  Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Assistant, Tracy Clare (Tee Cee's Boutique) 

KNIFE SHARPENING:  Look for Gary (Sharper Than Ever) on-site, near the pedestrian walkway.


CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
W shawl studio
FVR knitting and sewing 
Shady Grove candles 
Deer track farm
Cards-by-Rose
Sundance glass

This Sunday:  Olney Fun Run and Walk.  Meet at their tent at 11 am for the walk.
REMEMBERING JUDY NEWTON:  We are sad to report that Judy, a longtime Market volunteer, has died.  She was 76.  She had heart failure.  Judy was an avid foodie and loved assisting with our Chef demos and cooking competitions.  She was also a talented writer and wrote a Market blog called ‘Catillation’ (an obsolete word, meaning ‘When I lick my plate clean’.)  Judy leaves behind a daughter, Meridel.   Judy’s husband, Barry, died in 2020.

 APRIL 26TH:  This year, we’re partnering with Olney Days on APRIL 26th.  Bring your homemade potato dish to the Chef’s tent (located on the Market green) at 10:30am, and be prepared to be judged.  Prizes will be awarded for top community potato creation and top potato vendor.  See the list of participating vendors on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com   Cooking instructor Joe Baldini is planning a cooking Gnocchi Class at 11am on the Market Green.  The first class is FREE.  He’ll have a sign up sheet for future Italian cooking classes.  For children, there will be Potato sack races and other potato-inspired games.  And here’s a chance for your children to brush up on their soccer skills.   The Airpark SoccerPlex will be getting in on the Potato Day action. 
 
THIS JUST IN:  MacBride & Gill Falcon Ridge Farm will be back just in time for the Potato Day on April 26th.  They’ll be entering their homemade potato biscuits in the vendor competition.  They’ll also feature the biscuits, homemade jam and chocolate chip oatmeal cookies.

NEIGHBORS FEEDING NEIGHBORS

Also on April 26th, our Market vendor, Coop’s Soups, and Sage and Sourdough are partnering to donate soup and bread to dozens of area families through the Montgomery County Immigrants Rights Collective. We are asking for monetary donations to help cover the cost of soup and bread ingredients and packaging containers. Please consider making a donation HERE. Your gift provides more than just nutritious food; it provides comfort, dignity, and helps us fill gaps in our local food system. To join us in cooking the soup and bread, please email us at [email protected].

MAY 10TH:  MOTHER’S DAY AND GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET
   This is the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com) before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.  Thanks to our vendors for the gifts.

MAY 10TH: The return of our Master Gardeners.

SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING
 Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Hospital liaison, Katherine Farquhar.  Join us for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.

JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY
This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming soon.

JUNE 26TH: SPRING MOVIE NIGHT
Details coming soon.

Late August:  The call is out for talented teen musicians!  We’re holding our first time ever Olney Farmers Market High School OPEN MIC DAY.
Students from area high schools will perform 2 songs at the Market.  Music teachers from area high schools are asked to choose 3 students to perform - individually. Students must provide their own instruments.  A PA system and mics will be set up.  
 

 VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

 SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!  Come to the Info booth for information.

FOOD SCRAPS:   
 As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, 
Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers.
Look for their tent in the rear of the Market.

You may drop off:
Fruit and Vegetable scraps
Cooked Food
Meat, fish bones
Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
Eggshells
Bread & Grains
Coffee Grounds & Tea grounds (filters removed)
STAY SAFE!
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE!  During the regular season starting on May 10, vendors are asked to stay until1:10pm.  There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent. 

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  
In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.

Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight pertent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

HAPPY PASSOVER AND HAPPY EASTER!
EASTER FLOWERS AND PLANTS, EGGS GALORE AND INTERNATIONAL FLAVOR… THAT’S WHAT WE’RE EGG-SPECTING THIS SUNDAY AT THE MARKET. NOW HERE ARE DETAILS….


WHAT ELSE IS AT THE MARKET?  Fresh coffee, Danish, homemade bread, croissants, croques monsieurs, apples, certified organic produce, hydroponic lettuce, microgreens, red and white potatoes, sweet potatoes, fresh fish, Greek pastries, Greek olive oil, olives, balsamic vinegar, local mushrooms, ground beef, butter, sausage, poultry, local honey, BBQ, hummus and pita, empanadas, Indonesian curry, homemade tuna salad, cookies, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, bread pudding and more... Plus, Personal Chef Nick is back with ideas for mouth-watering Springtime gatherings.

KNIFE SHARPENING:  Look for Gary (Sharper Than Ever) on-site, near the pedestrian walkway.

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Common Root Farm (Welcome back, Ryan!), Manchester Mushrooms, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley and Fairy Greens.

MANAGERS ON CALL:  Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Assistant, Tracy Clare (Tee Cee’s Boutique)
CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
FVR knitting and sewing 
W Shawl Studio 
Kalu Holistic Essentials 
923 Artistry Studio 
Shady Grove Candles 
Sage Lily Nail LLC


TAKING A BREAK:  Leedstown Farm and Stuffed Potato are due back next Sunday.
 
SPRING SCHEDULE
APRIL 26TH:  One potato, two potato, three potato, four… Potato Day, part of Olney Days, is a big event at the Market, anyway you slice it.  Bring your homemade potato dish to the Chef’s tent at 10:30am, and be prepared to be judged.  Prizes will be awarded for top community potato creation and top potato vendor.  See the list of participating vendors on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com.  We’ll also have Potato sack races and games for children throughout the day.  And this just in…the Airpark SoccerPlex is getting in on the Potato Day action.  Details in our next newsletter.
 Potato Day is part of Olney Days for the first time.

MAY 10TH:  MOTHER’S DAY AND GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET
   This is the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com) before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.  Thanks to our vendors for the gifts.

MAY 10TH: The return of our Master Gardeners.



SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING
 Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Hospital liaison, Katherine Farquhar.  Join us for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.
 
JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY
This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming soon.
 
JUNE 26TH: SPRING MOVIE NIGHT
Details coming soon.

Late August:  The call is out for talented teen musicians!  We’re holding our first time ever Olney Farmers Market High School OPEN MIC DAY.
Students from area high schools will perform 2 songs at the Market.  Music teachers from area high schools are asked to choose 3 students to perform - individually. Students must provide their own instruments.  A PA system and mics will be set up.  
 
 VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

 SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!  Come to the Info booth for information.

ATTENTION VENDORS!    The Market is now full!  No more applications accepted until after Mother’s Day.  Starting next Sunday we’ll go to our Spring layout.  This is different than the Mother’s Day layout, which will be unveiled later.  Be sure to check in with a Manager before setting up.  If you’re not scheduled to vend and want to see your Springtime spot, contact Janet to arrange a visit.
 
FOOD SCRAPS:   
 As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, 
Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers.
Look for their tent in the rear of the Market.

You may drop off:
Fruit and Vegetable scraps
Cooked Food
Meat, fish bones
Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
Eggshells
Bread & Grains
Coffee Grounds & Tea 
STAY SAFE!
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE!  During the regular season starting on May 10, vendors are asked to stay until1:10pm.  There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent. 

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  

In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.

Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight pertent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

FRESHLY CUT, SPRINGTIME FLOWERS AND PLANTS, HOMEMADE CHINESE DUMPLINGS, AND A SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY A POPULAR CHILDREN’S AUTHOR… THOSE ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS FOR THIS SUNDAY. NOW HERE ARE DETAILS….

WHAT ELSE IS AT THE MARKET?   Vietnamese, Indonesian, Romanian, and Jamaican specialties, fresh fish, Greek pastries, Greek olive oil, homemade sourdough bread, olives,  balsamic vinegar, local mushrooms, eggs, ground beef, butter, sausage, poultry, apples, local honey, BBQ, pita and hummus, empanadas, crepes, Danish, croissants, homemade tuna salad, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, local honey, cookies, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants and flowers, and more…

KNIFE SHARPENING:  Look for Gary (SHARPER THAN EVER) on site just about every Sunday, including this Sunday. 

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Manchester Mushrooms, Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley and Fairy Greens.

MANAGERS ON CALL:  Tracy Clare (Manager and owner of Tee Cee’s Boutique) and Charles Lewis (Assistant Manager); Janet is off.

CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
b. nurtured 
Shady Grove Candles 
W Shawl Studio 
Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing 
Cards-by-Rose 
Deer Track Farm (candles)

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE BY THE ‘STRESS DOC’, MARK GORKIN.   Mark is a licensed social worker and author of the award-winning children’s story-song book, Where Is Charlotte?
http://www.whereischarlotte.net

PARDON THE ROUGH PATCHES!  The Market site suffered quite a lot of damage from the last snowstorm.  We ask for your patience, while the cleanup continues.  Thanks to Medstar for its concern.
 
SPRING SCHEDULE

•  APRIL 26TH:  POTATO DAY. It’ll be all things POTATO on the 26th. For children, we’ll have potato sack races, potato bowling, hot potato games and Mr. Potato head. For adults, we’ll have a food vendor potato competition (participants are listed on our website).  We’re also inviting the community to join the competition.  Bring your own potato dishes to the Chef’s tent at 10:30am on April 26th.  JEFF BURNETT, a longtime Market favorite,  will be our Potato Day musician.
  
• And last but not least, join Chef Joe Baldini for a Pasta class, featuring what else, but potato gnocchi!  The first class is free! Potato Day is part of Olney Days for the first time.
•  APRIL 26TH:  ​Green Olney will also be at the Market on April 26th.
• MAY 10TH:  MOTHER’S DAY AND GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET. This is the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com)  before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.  Thanks to our vendors for the gifts.
• MAY 10TH: The return of our Master Gardeners.
• SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING - Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Katherine Farquhar.  And this just in, a well known, surprise contestant will be entering the competition.  Join us at the Chef’s tent for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.
  
• JUNE 7TH: PICKLE FESTIVAL:  A first for our Market!  From pickle-flavored popcorn to pickle dip and a pickling class, we’re celebrating the Pickle! Details coming soon.
• JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY - This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming next month.
• JUNE 26TH: SPRING MOVIE NIGHT - Details coming soon.

  
Late August:  First time ever Olney Farmers Market High School OPEN MIC DAY
Students from area high schools will perform 2 songs at the Market.  Music teachers from area high schools will be asked to choose 3 students to perform - individually. Students must provide their own instruments.  A PA system and mics will be set up.  Details coming soon.
 
VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

 SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!  Come to the Info booth for information.

ADVERTISING:  Advertising in our newsletter and/or our website could be a great way to get the word out about your business.  Vendors get special discounted rates.  Contact [email protected] for details.
 
FOOD SCRAPS:  As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market. You may drop off:

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
  
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)                                  

PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
THANK YOU!!

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  

 In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.
Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

MORE VENDORS, ON SITE BICYCLE REPAIRS, MOMENTS OF MEDITATION, AND WHAT’S SPROUTING UP ON APRIL 26…
THOSE ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS AT THE MARKET.  NOW HERE ARE DETAILS….

WHAT ELSE IS AT THE MARKET?  Cornbread, crepes, kettle corn, stuffed potatoes, Greek pastries, Greek olive oil, homemade sour dough bread, olives, balsamic vinegar, local mushrooms, eggs, ground beef, butter, sausage, poultry, greens, kale, apples, local honey, hummus, empanadas, crepes, Indonesian curry, Danish, croissants, homemade tuna salad, fresh fish, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, Filipino style pastries, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods,  vegan baked goods,croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants, flowers, and more…

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Manchester Mushrooms,  Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley, and Thomas Evans Plants & Produce (Welcome back!)

JEWELERS EXPECTED:  Pax Lorianna, Lavender Rose Boutiques (Spring debut!)

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Manchester Mushrooms, Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley and Fairy Greens.

TAKING A BREAK:  Sides BBQ is due back in a week.

MANAGERS: Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Tracy Clare (Assistant Manager)
CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
Shady Grove Candles 
Cards-by-Rose
Sage Lily Nail LLC
Deer Track Farm  (new)
Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing 
W Shawl Studio

ALSO:  ON SITE KNIFE SHARPENING (Look for Gary in the corner, near the Prince Philip driveway, just about every Sunday)

MOMENTS OF MEDITATION:  Join our special guest, Hailey, a former market volunteer, for 10 minutes of meditation at 10am and 12pm. Find out how it could improve your mental health.  WELCOME BACK HAILEY!

SPRING SCHEDULE

APRIL 26TH:  POTATO DAY. It’ll be all things potato on the 26th. For children, we’ll have potato sack races, potato bowling, hot potato games and Mr. Potato Head. For adults, we’ll have a food vendor potato competition (participants will be listed on our website).  We’re also inviting the community to participate with your own potato dishes.  And we’ve just lined up JEFF BURNETT, our Potato Day musician.
 Potato Day is part of Olney Days for the first time.

MAY 10TH:  MOTHER’S DAY AND GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET
 This is the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com) before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert and crafter Robin Thomas for organizing the event. Thanks to our vendors for the special gifts.

MAY 10TH: The return of our Master Gardeners.


SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING
 Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Katherine Farquhar.  And this just in, a well known, surprise contestant will be entering the competition.  Join us at the Chef’s tent for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.

JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY
This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming next month.

Late August:  First time ever Olney Farmers Market High School OPEN MIC DAY
Students from area high schools will perform 2 songs at the Market.  Music teachers from area high schools will be asked to choose 3 students to perform - individually. Students must provide their own instruments.  A PA system and mics will be set up.  Details coming soon.

2 MARKET MOVIE NIGHTS under the stars, starting JUNE 26TH, with free admission! Special thanks to the Olney Civic Fund for its award to support an expansion of Olney Movie Nights.  We especially want to thank Neil Rubenstein (All Earth Desserts) for his leadership.  We also congratulate Mickey Denis, our webmaster, for her special lighting touches.  Also, thanks to Nadine Mort for her expertise in writing our grant.  Our Market team accepted the award at Good Counsel last Sunday (photo above).

LAST BUT NOT LEAST, we are planning our first ever PICKLE FESTIVAL. We need your ideas!  Come to the Info booth to find out more.

VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

 SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!    Come to the Info booth and ask for Chris this Sunday for information.
ADVERTISING: The word is out!  A reminder that we are now accepting a limited amount of advertising for our newsletter, which goes to thousands of customers.  For more info, contact [email protected]

FOOD SCRAPS:   
As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps from our customers.
Look for their tent in the rear of the Market.

 
You may drop off:
Fruit and Vegetable scraps
Cooked Food
Meat, fish bones
Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
Eggshells
Bread & Grains
Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)        
                     
STAY SAFE!
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent.  You may also use the Donate button at the top of this newsletter.

THANK YOU!!

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  
 Sign up for our newsletter at olneyfarmersmarket.com


 In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
 NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.
Visit our website at olneyfarmersmarket.com
Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight pertent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

APPLY HERE FOR THE 2026 ACT RESPONSIBLY SCHOLARSHIP
​Applications will be accepted through April 24, 2026.
The "Officer Noah Leotta Act Responsibly Scholarship", is awarded to local high school students committed to pursuing a career that serves a community and the public. There are many ways in which a person can have a meaningful impact on the people around them. Applicants will be evaluated on leadership, civic and volunteer activities, as well as academic performance. Strong consideration will be given to persons demonstrating their belief in, and commitment to, the ideals embodied by Officer Leotta.

Link to Scholarship Application:  Act Responsibly Scholarship

HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!  LET THE MUSIC BEGIN!  SEEING PURPLE, POTATO DAY, AND OUR SPRING SCHEDULE IS OUT WITH BIG PLANS FOR MOTHER’S DAY.  THAT’S WHAT TO EXPECT THIS SUNDAY AT THE MARKET.  NOW HERE ARE DETAILS.

WHAT ELSE IS AT THE MARKET?  Mouthwatering Greek pastries, Greek olive oil, homemade sour dough bread, olives, balsamic vinegar, local mushrooms, eggs, ground beef, butter, sausage, poultry, apples, local honey, BBQ, brisket chili, hummus, empanadas, crepes, Indonesian curry,  Danish, croissants, homemade tuna salad, fresh fish, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, local honey, cookies, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants and flowers, and more….

SEEING PURPLE:  Welcome back Fairy Greens Farm, a spectacular lavender farm based in Howard County.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY LIVE MUSIC:  A day of Irish-inspired music with STICKY G, starting at 10AM.  Bring your picnic blanket or ask us for one of ours.

KNIFE SHARPENING:  Look for Gary (SHARPER THAN EVER) on site most Sundays.

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Manchester Mushrooms, Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley and Fairy Greens.

TAKING A BREAK:  Stuffed Potato is due back in a week.

MANAGERS: Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Tracy Clare (Assistant Manager)
CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
b. Nurtured
Shady grove candles 
Deer track farm
A little pottery 
923 Artistry studio
Mico toys
Cards by Rose

SPRING SCHEDULE

 APRIL 26TH:  POTATO DAY. It’ll be all things potato on the 26th, including a free Pasta class (potato gnocci) at 11am. For children, we’ll have potato sack races, potato bowling, hot potato games and Mr. Potato Head.   We'll also have a food vendor potato competition and, we're invited our community to enter your own potato dishes.  This just in... JEFF BURNETT will be our Potato Day musician.   Potato Day is part of Olney Days for the first time.

MAY 10TH:  MOTHER’S DAY AND GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET
 This is the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com) before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event. Thanks to our vendors for the gifts.

MAY 10TH: The return of our Master Gardeners.

SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING
 Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Katherine Farquhar. Join us for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.
 
JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY
This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming next month.

Coming this Summer:  First time ever Olney Farmers Market High School OPEN MIC DAY
Students from area high schools will perform 2 songs at the Market.  Music teachers from area high schools will be asked to choose 3 students to perform - individually. Students must provide their own instruments.  A PA system and mics will be set up.  Details coming soon.
 
A REASON TO CELEBRATE:  Special thanks to the Olney Civic Fund for its award to the Market to support an expansion of Olney Movie Nights.  We especially want to thank Neil Rubenstein (All Earth Desserts) for his leadership.  We also congratulate Mickey Denis, our webmaster, for her special lighting touches on Movie Night.  Also thanks to Nadine Mort for her expertise in writing our grant.  Our Market team will be at Good Counsel this Sunday afternoon to accept the award.
 
ATTENTION VENDORS!  APPLICATIONS ARE ONLINE AT OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM. DON'T DELAY!  WE ALREADY HAVE A WAITING LIST.

 VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

 SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!    Come to the Info booth and ask for Charles this Sunday for information.

ADVERTISING: A reminder that we are now accepting a limited amount of advertising for our newsletter, which goes to thousands of customers.  For more info, contact [email protected]

FOOD SCRAPS:  As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, 
Compost Cab will accept food scraps from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market.
You may drop off:  

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
  
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)

STAY SAFE!
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent.  You may also use the Donate button at the top of this newsletter.

THANK YOU!!

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe. 

 In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.

Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

KETTLE CORN IS BACK!  SPRING FORWARD!  AND WE’RE GOING TO THE MOVIES!  WHY WE ARE CELEBRATING THIS AWARDS SEASON.  THOSE ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS FOR THIS SUNDAY.  NOW HERE ARE DETAILS!

WHAT ELSE IS AT THE MARKET?   Eggs, ground beef, butter, sausage, poultry, apples, local honey, BBQ, brisket chili, hummus, empanadas, crepes, Indonesian curry,  Danish, croissants, homemade bread, homemade tuna salad, fresh fish, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, local mushrooms, cookies, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, Greek olive oil, balsamic vinegar, olives, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants and flowers, and much more....

FARMERS EXPECTED: Manchester Mushrooms, Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil and Apple Valley

TAKING A BREAK: YIA YIA MARIKA and Lavender Rose Boutiques

MANAGERS: Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Tracy Clare (Assistant Manager)
CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
Sharper than Ever (knife sharpening)
Tee Cee's Boutique 
Three Points Cycles
Shady Grove Candles 
Cards-by-Rose 
Sage Lily Nails LLC 

SIGNS OF SPRING:  On site BICYCLE repairs and handmade jewelry.  Welcome back, Pax Lorianna! Plus, introducing DUMPLING 88, our newest food vendor.  Please stop by and welcome LIANG to the Market!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

It’s likely to be the hottest springtime event in town, and this year, it’s part of Olney Days.  The Market hosts its first ever Potato Day on Sunday, April 26th.  (Potato sack races, potato bowling, and hot potato, also a food vendor competition (participants will be listed on our website) and a community food competition.  

SUNDAY MAY 10th: MOTHER’S DAY/GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING MARKET
That’s the day our live music starts.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up a Red Envelope at the Info booth or on our website (olneyfarmersmarket.com)  before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit. Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day. Then, look for a manager to unlock your special surprise gift. Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.

Also on May 10th, Master Gardeners return!  Bring your plant photos, questions, and samples!

SUNDAY MAY  30th: STRAWBERRY TASTING
 Judges include Allison Weiss, executive director of the Sandy Spring Museum and our own Katherine Farquhar. Join us for a sneak preview of the giant Strawberry Festival at the Museum.

JUNE 14TH: SPRING KIDS IN BIZ DAY
This is the day children can become vendors for a day.  All items must be handmade or homemade.  A Market lunch will be provided.  Details on how to sign up coming next month.

A REASON TO CELEBRATE:  Special thanks to the Olney Civic Fund for its award to the Market to support an expansion of Olney Movie Nights.  We especially want to thank Neil Rubenstein (All Earth Desserts) for his leadership.  We also congratulate Mickey Denis, our webmaster, for her special lighting touches on Movie Night.  Also, thanks to Nadine Mort for her expertise in writing our grant.

ATTENTION VENDORS!  APPLICATIONS ARE ONLINE AT OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM. DON'T DELAY!  WE ALREADY HAVE A WAITING LIST.

VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!    Come to the Info booth and ask for Charles this Sunday for information.

FOOD SCRAPS:  As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market. You may drop off:

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
  
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)                                  

PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent.  You may also use the Donate button at the top of this newsletter.

THANK YOU!!
 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  
In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.
NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.
Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

THE THAW HAS BEGUN!  WE’RE LEAPING INTO MARCH WITH FARM FRESH EGGS, HOMEMADE BREAD, BUTTER, GROUND BEEF, SAUSAGE, LOCAL HONEY, STUFFED POTATOES, GREEK OLIVE OIL, BALSAMIC VINEGAR, APPLES, SWEET POTATOES, RED AND WHITE POTATOES, CREPES, DANISH, CROQUES MONSIEURS, EMPANADAS, HOMEMADE TUNA AND CHICKEN SALAD, INDONESIAN AND JAMAICAN SPECIALTIES AND SO MUCH MORE…

What might you find at the Market?  BBQ, hummus, empanadas, crepes, Indonesian curry, Danish, croissants, homemade bread, homemade tuna salad, fresh fish, cornbread, eggs, sausage, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, ground beef, poultry, butter, local mushrooms, apples, hot chocolate, hot cider, local honey, cookies, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, Jamaican cuisine, olives, tacos, fajitas, croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants, and more…
FARMERS EXPECTED:  Orchard Breeze Farm, Stone Feather Farm, Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley

MANAGERS: Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Tracy Clare (Assistant Manager)
CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
Tee Cee's Boutique 
The Body Scrubs by Rebeca team 
Sage Lily Nails LLC 
Cards-by-Rose 
b. Nurtured 
Shady Grove Candles

WELCOME NEW SPRING VENDORS!  Green Plate Co (plant-based, including falafel) and True Standard Distilling Company (woman-owned), Dumpling 88 (dim sum and all things dumplings). 

SAYING GOODBYE!  We’re so sad to hear Marti Andress, our longtime jeweler and artist, is moving away.  We wish her the very best, as she begins a new chapter in Vermont.

SPRINGTIME EVENTS:  It’s likely to be the hottest springtime event in town, and this year, it’s part of Olney Days.  The Market hosts its first ever Potato Day on Sunday, April 26th.  For children, look for hot potato games and potato sack races.  For adults, we’ll have cooking competitions for vendors and the community.  The event will be emceed by the one and only James Riciutti.

Other events include a Strawberry Tasting and chef’s demo; a Peach Festival, a Mushroom demo, a Pie Competition, a Brownie competition and 2 Kids in Biz days.

MAY 10TH:  GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING SEASON.  It’ll be a special day for Moms.  Snap up one of our Red Envelopes at the Info booth before Mother’s Day.  The cost is just $20, a donation to our non-profit.  Don’t open the envelope until you return to the Market on Mother’s Day.  Then, look for a manager to unlock your Mom’s special surprise gift.  Gifts range from fabulous handmade jewelry and pottery to gift cards, all worth more than $20.  Special thanks to Nancy Wert for organizing the event.

Don't forget!  We will have TWO KIDS 'N BIZ Days this season!  Stay tuned for dates and details.

ATTENTION VENDORS!  APPLICATIONS ARE ONLINE AT OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM. DON'T DELAY!  WE ALREADY HAVE A WAITING LIST.

VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

SNAP:  Yes, we take SNAP!    Come to the Info booth and ask for Charles this Sunday for information.

ADVERTISING:  Starting next month, we’ll be accepting a limited amount of advertising for our newsletter from vendors and local businesses, with special rates for non-profits. For more information, email [email protected]

FOOD SCRAPS:  As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market. You may drop off:

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)                               

​
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent.  You may also use the Donate button at the top of this newsletter.

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  
 Sign up for our newsletter at olneyfarmersmarket.com

In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.

NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.
Visit our website at olneyfarmersmarket.com
Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.

OMEMADE BREAD, COFFEE, COOKIES, EMPANADAS, BBQ, SEASONAL PRODUCE, EGGS, MUSHROOMS, SAUSAGE, BUTTER, HOMEMADE TUNA AND CHICKEN SALAD, AND MOUTH-WATERING PASTRIES... THAT'S A SAMPLING OF WHAT WE'RE EXPECTING THIS SUNDAY.  NOW HERE'S MORE...
 
What might you find at the Market?  BBQ, brisket chili, hummus, empanadas, crepes, Indonesian curry, Danish, croissants, homemade bread, homemade tuna salad, fresh fish, cornbread, eggs, sausage, peanut butter, sweet potatoes, red and white potatoes, ground beef, poultry, butter, local mushrooms, apples, hot chocolate, hot cider, local honey, cookies, microgreens, gluten-free baked goods, vegan baked goods, Greek olive oil, balsamic vinegar, olives, tacos, fajitas, baked beans, croissant sandwiches, croque monsieurs, bread pudding, houseplants, and more…

TAKING A BREAK:  Louis' Sweets is off for the Winter; Flash Crabcakes is off this Sunday.

FARMERS EXPECTED:  Leedstown Farm, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley

MANAGERS: Tracy Clare and Charles Lewis (assistant).  Janet is off.  Come to the Info Booth or Tracy's pink tent if you need assistance.

CRAFTERS EXPECTED:
Tee Cee's Boutique 
W Shawl Studio 
Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing 
Cards-by-Rose
Sharper Than Ever
Greenery Gak

Special appearance by DriveEzMD: We're excited to welcome DriveEzMD to the Olney Farmers Market!  Stop by their table for helpful travel tips, free giveaways, and the opportunity to purchase E-ZPass transponders while accessing resources for getting around Maryland with ease.

SPRINGTIME EVENTS:  The Market will host a first ever Potato Day on Sunday, April 26th.  We’re partnering with Olney Days for the first time for a special potato celebration.  There will be potato sack races and potato head decorating for children.  Our own Stuffed Potato, the Crepe Shoppe and other food vendors will be battling it out for prizes for the best potato-based creation.  We’re also inviting the community to bring their prized homemade potato dishes to our Chef’s tent at 11AM for judging.

Other events include a Strawberry Tasting and chef’s demo, a Peach Festival, a Pie Competition and 2 Kids in Biz days.  Our live music starts Mother’s Day.  

MAY 10TH:  GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING SEASON.  We invite you to celebrate your Mom on Mother’s Day.  It’ll be a day full of surprises.  Just look for volunteers with Red Envelopes. SNAP UP A RED ENVELOPE ON OUR WEBSITE, OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM OR IN PERSON AT THE INFO BOOTH BEFORE THE 10TH, THEN GIVE IT TO A MANAGER ON MOTHER'S DAY AND WIN A FABULOUS PRIZE FOR YOUR MOM.

Don't forget!  We will have TWO KIDS 'N BIZ Days this season!  Stay tuned for dates and details.

ATTENTION VENDORS!  APPLICATIONS ARE ONLINE AT OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM. DON'T DELAY!  WE ALREADY HAVE A WAITING LIST.

VENDOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING:  The next meeting will be held the third Thursday in March in Ashton.  Time and place TBA.

 VENDOR ALERT!   A reminder that all vendors are required to have weights of at least 25 lbs per leg, no exceptions!  In the event of strong winds, you will be asked to take down your tent.  This is for everyone’s safety.  Anyone who refuses to comply will be subject to termination.  We just can’t take any chances.  Thank you.

Speaking of SNAP:  This week, ask for Charles at the Info booth for info about SNAP benefits.   Thanks to the State of Maryland and Montgomery County, we can help you and your family.
 
FOOD SCRAPS:  As part of a Montgomery County-sponsored pilot, Compost Cab will accept food scraps 
from our customers. Look for their tent in the rear of the Market. You may drop off:

• Fruit and Vegetable scraps
• Cooked Food
• Meat, fish bones
• Dairy (cheese and yogurt)
• Eggshells
• Bread & Grains
• Coffee Grounds & Tea Leaves (remove all filters)

STAY SAFE AND STAY WARM!
PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE! (For Winter, vendors may leave at 1 instead of 1:10) There are 2 main lots, one outside the professional buildings on 108; the other opposite the Thrift Shop on Prince Philip.
NO PETS PLEASE!

DONATIONS WELCOME!   Please consider a donation to our 501-C-3, Friends of the Olney Farmers Market.  The Market provides vouchers for fresh produce to those in need.  This season, we’ve given out more vouchers than ever before. It would be great to replenish our fund.  We also need funds to support our music program and our children's tent.
Checks can be mailed to PO Box 1787, Olney, MD 20830. We also accept donations at our Info tent.  You may also use the Donate button at the top of this newsletter.

THANK YOU!!

 ***Customers:  Please do NOT remove barricades at our entrances and exits.  These are meant to keep all of us safe.  

In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we'll post our decision on whether to close on our website, olneyfarmersmarket.com and on Facebook.

NO PETS!  We ask that you leave your pets at home.  We allow service animals only.

Note to Vendors:  Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg.  Thank you for your cooperation.