28 Jun Ti Area Farmers Market To Begin & 2018 Schedule Announced
It is summertime and the Ticonderoga Area Farmers’ Market is getting ready to open for the season. The market will take place on Saturdays from 10AM to 1PM at Wicker Wood (1114 Wicker Street) near the Walmart entrance. You will be able to find a variety of fresh local fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, honey, maple syrup as well as local products and goods. The market will begin on July 7th and run through mid-October. On July 28th, the Market moves downtown to participate in Ticonderoga’s annual StreetFest.
“There’s no better place to strengthen your local economy than to shop and eat locally. Shopping at the farmers’ market you are supporting agriculture, commerce and the community. You are also supporting yourself and your family with fresh healthy local products. The Ticonderoga Area Farmers’ Market is not only a great place to purchase local products and goods, but is a good place for family and friends to convene,” shared June Curtis – Ticonderoga Area Farmers’ Market Advisor.
“The farmers’ market is embarking upon its 5th year revival and has many entities to thank for its continued growth. Firstly, the farmers and vendors are paramount to the success of the market, proudly sponsored by the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce. Support from the Town of Ticonderoga, International Paper Company, Stewarts Shops, Clinton & Essex County Creating Healthy Schools and Communities programs, Geraws OK Septic Service, Essex County Arts Council – CAP Grant, Ticonderoga Cultural Arts initiative, Carol and Rick Ramundo and others have provided our infrastructure and has been invaluable. Grant awards have underwritten musical entertainment and children’s projects throughout the market season. Our market thrives surrounded by these advocates who have a deep sense of community and for whom we have much gratitude,” continued Curtis.
2018 Schedule of Events: This is in addition to farmers, vendors, etc.
July 7th: Street Art Kid’s Project – Local Wood Products
July 14th: Grand Opening – Live Music: And Sometimes Three & Kids Craft: Tissue Paper Vegetable
July 21st: Country Florist Day – Kids Craft: Kid’s Plant a Flower & Master Gardner on Site: Diane O’Connor
July 28th: StreetFest from 10 AM to 3 PM – Downtown Ticonderoga
August 4th: Car Show Celebration – Live Music: Jim Shaw & Kids Craft: Clothes Pin Car
August 11th: Kids Day – Penelope the Clown with face painting and balloons & Live Music – Loose Monkeys
August 18th: Live Music & Kids Craft – Live Music: Just Passin’ Thru Band & Kids Craft: Floral Wreath
August 25th: Ticonderoga Natural Food Co-Op Day – Kids Craft: Fairy Garden
September 1st: Wellness Weekend – Herbalife Wellness Coach Fit Camp from 11 AM to 11:30 AM- Young Living Essential Oils & Kids Craft: Rock Painting
September 8th: Make and Take with Maiden by the Lake (reservations required) – Live Music: Jim Shaw & Kids Craft: Basket Decorating
September 15th: HarvestFest – Kids Craft: Pumpkin Decorating & JewelScent – Additional details to be announced.
September 22nd: Apples! Pumpkins! Maple! – Live Music: And Sometimes Three & Kids Craft: Fall Themed – Additional details to be announced.
September 29th: Apples! Pumpkins! Maple – Kids Craft: Apple Stained Glass – Additional details to be announced.
October 6th: Apples! Pumpkins! Maple! – Kids Craft: Cookie Decorating – Additional details to be announced.
October 13th: Kids Craft Extravaganza – Additional details to be announced.
Farmers, vendors, businesses, local artists and organizations interested in participating in the market contact the Chamber Office. For more information visit www.ticonderogany.com, the Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market or Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce facebook page. You can also call 518-585-6619 or email at chamberinfo@ticonderogany.com.