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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:
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:
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:
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:
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. ARMER WEATHER, ICE-FREE WALKWAYS, AND MORE VENDORS… THAT’S WHAT WE’RE EXPECTING THIS SUNDAY. OUR HOURS ARE 9 TO 1 YEAR-ROUND. PICK UP A DELICIOUS BREAKFAST OR LUNCH AND SOME SEASONAL PRODUCE! THEN ENJOY THE DAY!
WHAT ELSE IS 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: STUFFED POTATOES, TOO SWEET KETTLE CORN, LAVENDER ROSE BOUTIQUES, SHARPER THAN EVER FARMERS EXPECTED: Leedstown Farm, Living Lettuce, M & M Plants, Dimitri Olive Oil, Apple Valley MANAGERS ON CALL: Janet Terry (202 257 5326) and Tracy Clare (Assistant Manager) CRAFTERS EXPECTED: Tee Cee's Boutique W Shawl Studio Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing A little pottery 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). SPRINGTIME EVENTS: The Market will host it first ever Potato Day on Sunday, April 26th. This is in conjunction with Olney Days. Plans are in the works for potato sack races and 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 Pie Competition and 2 Kids in Biz days. Our live music starts Mother’s Day. MAY 10TH: GRAND REOPENING OF OUR SPRING SEASON. 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 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. ATTENTION VENDORS: Get your application in now, if you’re interested in being a vendor for Spring/summer. Applications are now online at olneyfarmersmarket.com Don’t delay. We already have a waiting list in several categories. 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 or Brooks 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:
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. 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. Note to Vendors: Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight per tent leg. Thank you for your cooperation. YES, WE HAVE SNOW, ICE AND FRIGID TEMPERATURES! BUT WE ARE OLNEY FARMERS MARKET STRONG! WE’RE OPEN THIS SUNDAY, AS USUAL, JUST IN TIME FOR THE SUPERBOWL AND VALENTINE’S DAY. AND YES, FREE ZEKE’S COFFEE AGAIN FOR THE FIRST 15 CUSTOMERS!
GRAB ‘N GO! IT’LL BE A GRAB ‘N GO MARKET LIKE LAST SUNDAY. PARK JUST OUTSIDE THE 108 DRIVEWAY OR JUST INSIDE THE PRINCE PHILIP DRIVEWAY ENTRANCE. THIS IS WHERE MOST VENDORS WILL BE LOCATED. THEN GRAB WHAT YOU NEED AND DRIVE OFF SAFELY! PLEASE DO NOT PARK AT THE PROFESSIONAL BUILDINGS, AND WALK ACROSS THE SNOW AND ICE. IT IS NOT SAFE! VENDORS EXPECTED THIS SUNDAY: Sweet Tea & Cornbread, Tee Cee’s Boutique, W Shawl Studio, Orchard Breeze Meat farm, Living Lettuce, Zeke’s Coffee, Dangerously Delicious Pies, Sharper Than Ever (knife sharpening - pick up and drop off only), Dimitri’s Olive Oil, Sides BBQ, DMV Empanadas, Stone Hearth Bakery, Manchester Mushroom Farm (including eggs), the Italian Pasta Shop, and our Food Scraps vendor. MANAGERS ON CALL: Janet Terry 202 257 5326, Bobbi Espinoza, Tracy Clare, Saul Goldberg (our newest volunteer) 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. SOMETHING NEW: The Olney Farmers and Artists Market Newsletter will soon accept a limited amount of advertising. We’ll offer special rates for non-profits. For more information, email [email protected] MARKET APPLICATIONS: Get your application in now, if you’re interested in being a vendor for Spring/summer. Applications are online at olneyfarmersmarket.com. We already have a waiting list in several categories. VENDOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING: A reminder that our first meeting is tonight at 6:30pm at Lib’s Grill in Maple Lawn. 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. Anyone in need of food assistance during this cold snap should call 202 257 5326. We’ll do our best to help. LOST AND FOUND: Has anyone seen a 25-foot yellow extension cord that was left on our site last Sunday? Please email [email protected], if you have it. It belongs to our knife sharpener. Remember, we'll have two Kids in Biz Days this season! More info soon. 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:
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. 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 market will be open this Sunday with special modifications. No tents will be permitted and vendors will only be allowed to set up at the 108 driveway. All other entrances to our site will be blocked off. This is for everyone's safety, since there are patches of ice on our site. Customers will only be allowed to 'grab 'n go' at the 108 driveway. The hours will remain 9 to 1 as usual.
Confirmed vendors (more will be added as we get confirmation):
STAY TUNED! ONCE AGAIN, WE ARE KEEPING A CLOSE EYE ON THE WEATHER AND WILL HAVE A DECISION ON WHETHER TO STAY OPEN BY TOMORROW EVENING. SPECIAL THANKS TO MEDSTAR MONTGOMERY FOR CLEARING OUR SITE PATH. BUT THE FRIGID TEMPS AND POSSIBLE HIGH WINDS COULD MAKE CONDITIONS DANGEROUS. WE WILL POST OUR DECISION ON OUR WEBSITE, OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM TOMORROW, AFTER CONSULTING WITH OUR MARKET METEOROLOGIST, CHRIS LAUDICINA (formerly of WUSA-TV).
THINKING AHEAD! We’re already gearing up for Spring! Our grand reopening takes place Mother’s Day. It’ll be a special day as always to celebrate Moms and to welcome back many vendors we have missed over the winter. They include: Tucker’s Pond and Predatory Plants, Sweet Pea Pastries, Lone Oak Brewing Company and Fallen Distillery, Queen Jade, Phil’s Dills, Manchester Mushroom Farm and La Table du Chateau. WELCOME NEW SPRING VENDORS: Green Plate Co (plant-based, including falafel) and True Standard Distilling Company (woman-owned) Think Spring! SPRINGTIME EVENTS: The Market will host a first ever Potato Day on Sunday, April 26th. This is in conjunction with Olney Days. Look for potato sack races for children and a cooking competition, emceed by the one and only James Riciutti. 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. ATTENTION VENDORS: Applications are now online at olneyfarmersmarket.com. Don’t delay. We already have a waiting list in several categories. VENDOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING: A reminder that our first meeting has been postponed until Thursday, February 5th at 6:30pm. 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. You can get information about the program at our Info booth. Stay tuned for details on our Potato Day, Strawberry Festival, Peach Festival, and Pie Competitions! Remember, we'll have two Kids in Biz Days this season! More info soon. 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:
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. WATCHING AND WAITING! WE ARE CLOSELY WATCHING THE FORECASTS AND GETTING THE LATEST WEATHER INFORMATION FROM OUR CERTIFIED MARKET METEOROLOGIST CHRIS LAUDICINA. CHRIS IS TELLING US TO GET THOSE ERRANDS DONE TODAY OR TOMORROW; GAS UP AND GET FOOD! THE SNOW IS EXPECTED TO START FALLING SATURDAY NIGHT, WITH THE HEAVIEST BAND SUNDAY. CHRIS SAYS WE COULD BE SNOWED IN FOR DAYS, WITH BELOW FREEZING TEMPS AND ICE. YOU CAN ALSO GET SPECIFIC STORM INFORMATION FOR OUR AREA FROM ERN NEWS, WHICH WILL BE COVERING THE STORM NON-STOP IN THE MID-ATLANTIC REGION. THE WEBSITE IS HTTPS://ERNNEWS.COM
A DECISION ON WHETHER TO CLOSE THE MARKET WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE, OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM EARLY SATURDAY MORNING. WE WILL ALSO POST ON NEXT DOOR AND ON FACEBOOK. WE ALWAYS ERR ON THE SIDE OF STAYING OPEN, BUT IF CONDITIONS ARE DANGEROUS, WE WILL CLOSE. HERE IS A LOOK AT THE LATEST WEATHER MAP FOR OUR AREA… HTTPS://ERNNEWS.COM IN OTHER MARKET NEWS, IT’S A SACK! WE’RE NOT TALKING ABOUT FOOTBALL. IT’LL BE ALL THINGS POTATO ON SUNDAY, APRIL 26TH AT 11AM. WE’RE PROUD TO HOST A SPECIAL POTATO-RELATED COOKING EVENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH OLNEY DAYS. THERE WILL ALSO BE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN. DETAILS COMING IN OUR NEXT NEWSLETTER. MARKET ADVISORS: SPECIAL THANKS TO CHARLES LEWIS, NEIL RUBENSTEIN, MADGIE MCGAUGHAN, ROBIN THOMAS-JOHNSON, JENNIFER TANTUM AND RICKY HAFER FOR SERVING ON OUR FIRST ADVISORY TEAM. OUR FIRST MEETING IS SET FOR THURSDAY, JANUARY 29TH. ALSO, THANKS TO JAMES RICCIUTI FOR CONTINUING AS OUR EVENT PLANNER. OUR LIST OF MARKET EVENTS WILL BE PUBLISHED IN THE NEXT WEEK OR SO. THINK SPRING! WE’RE ALREADY PREPARING FOR OUR GRAND SPRING REOPENING ON MOTHER’S DAY. SPECIAL THANKS TO NANCY WERT, NADINE MORT AND TRACY CLARE FOR THEIR LEADERSHIP. IF YOU’RE A STUDENT IN NEED OF SSL HOURS, WE NEED YOU! PLEASE CONTACT[email protected] SPRING APPLICATIONS: ATTENTION VENDORS! OUR NEW APPLICATIONS ARE ONLINE AT OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM THANKS TO MICKEY DENIS FOR CONTINUING ON AS OUR WEBMASTER. WE ALREADY HAVE A WAITING LIST IN SOME CATEGORIES, SO GET YOUR APPLICATION IN AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ADVERTISING: NEW FOR SPRING. WE PLAN TO ACCEPT A LIMITED AMOUNT OF ADVERTISING IN OUR NEWSLETTER, WHICH GOES TO THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE IN THE DMV. OUR NEWSLETTER, WHICH HAS BEEN FEATURED IN THE WASHINGTON POST, IS EDITED BY THE ONE AND ONLY KATIE MCIE. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ADVERTISING RATES, CONTACT [email protected] STAY WARM AND STAY SAFE! DON’T FORGET YOU’LL FIND THE LATEST DECISION ON CLOSING AT OLNEYFARMERSMARKET.COM 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:
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. 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. Note to Vendors: Remember that every tent must have at least 25 pounds of weight pertent leg. Thank you for your cooperation. |
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