Market Share Welcome Kit 2011 GUIDE BOOK
WELCOME to GO LOCAL MARKETS Welcome to the Go Local Farmer’s Market. Barrington’s Saturday Markets bring the best of local eating right to your fingertips. Our philosophy is not only to bring you access to the best quality produce in the area, but to create strength through our local networks, and get you up to date news about each week’s offerings, special events or tips on how eating local can be easier than you think!
ABOUT OUR MARKETS Go Local Farmer’s Market, doesn’t just offer the best quality produce in our area, but artisanal products as well. Not only will you be able to get your vegetables, fruits and breads, but you can pick up handmade soaps, sauces, treats and gifts making this a one stop shop for your weekend shopping.
SOCIAL NETWORKING and THE MARKETS Part of our philosophy includes keeping in touch with each of you during the week, instead of only conversing at the Market on Saturday mornings. Social networking, and specifically our use of Facebook makes our conversation extend much further than the traditional modes you might find. On facebook you will find an in-depth view of our weekly produce, and what is in season or at it’s peak during that week. For our facebook fans we will have facebook only specials, as well as a place to have a conversation and connect with your fellow Barringtonites who are interested in the local movement. This might include sharing your recipes, posting photos, or letting us know about your special event or sports game that might need some local treats!
http://www.facebook.com/GoLocalFarmersMarket
WHAT ELSE WE OFFER I know what you are thinking... what else is there to offer besides the markets, coupons, welcome kits, social networking? Community strength in supporting our local farmer’s and artisans goes beyond just buying their products and produce. We work with local chefs and restaurants to provide fun community dinners. Each season we provide around three community dinners where one local restaurant uses all of the produce and products and provides everyone with a feast. These special events are a great place to meet face to face with those you have connected with online or bring a new family to the locavore movement.
NOW THAT YOU HAVE JOINED US: We appreciate your commitment to our Go Local Farmer’s Markets and being apart of our market share. With each season you will get a sampling of each of the artisanal products, as well as a weekly batch of fresh produce. In the following pages you will find a chart of the vegetables and fruit that we offer. The chart is an approximate time that you will be able to expect that product to be in your market share box. Each week you can stop by to grab your box with our weekly recipe card and coupons for the rest of the market. Enjoy!
Our Vegetable Schedule vegetable asparagus broccoli brussel sprouts
carrots corn cucumbers
lettuce
onions peas
scallions string beans tomatoes zucchini
spring
summer
fall
winter
Our Fruit Schedule vegetable apples blackberries blueberries
cherries cranberries grapes
nectarines peaches pears
plums raspberries strawberries watermelons
spring
summer
fall
winter
10 Ways You Can Enhance Your Locavore Experience 1:1 visit our markets All of our produce is one-hundred percent local. Supporting your
2:2 join the csa share
local farms and businesses is
A CSA or Market Share box is a
the first step in discovering the
subscription to a little bit of each
locavore way.
of the in season produce. This is a great way to explore the markets, and learning about seasonal fruits
3:3 like us on facebook
and vegetables.
Our social networking not only gives you access to more information about our market, but we bring you up to the minute information about what will be available each week, or where the rain location will be.
5:5 volunteer at the markets We are always looking for volunteers to help out with our special events. Ask at the info table next time you stop by!
4:4 get the newsletter If facebook isn’t your thing, we have an email newsletter that has a generalized version of the facebook info, what’s in season and our weekly specials!
6:6 share tips and tricks Get involved with the facebook group- include photos of your food creations, gardens, recipes, experiences at the markets.
7:7 pick-your own produce Many of our vendors have pickyour-own offerings, a fun family activity where you go out into the field and snack on a few perfectly ripe strawberries.
8:8 join our seed share Every winter our vendors share their seeds with the community, giving you access to indigenous varieties of your favorite produce.
9:9 community dinners A few times each season we have community dinners prepared by local chefs using only local produce. With each dinner we
10 tell your friends 10:
have different entertainers from
A Saturday stroll in the market
local bands to magicians for kids.
is only enhanced by bringing your friends. The stronger our community is the more we can offer each week for you and your family!
Our 2011 Season Vendors: Allen Farms
Fairland Farms
Organic Herbs and Greens
Cape Cod Organic Cranberries
913 Division Rd.
364 Hickory Road
Westport, MA
North Attleboro, MA
Aquidneck Island Apiares
Jack’s Snacks
Organic Honey Products
Dog Biscuits and Confections
Aquidneck Island
1860 Broad Street
Middletown, RI
Cranston, RI
Baffoni’s Poultry Farm
Jewelry Design by Lindsay
All Natural Poultry and Eggs
Handmade Jewelry with
324 Greenville Avenue
Natural Stones and Crystals
Johnston, RI
Boylston, MA
Bristol Bakery
Nettie’s Kettle Corn
Breads and Pastries
World’s Best Kettle Corn
89 Gooding Ave
9 Rose St.
Bristol, RI
North Providence, RI
Dave’s Smokehouse
Northstar Farms
Smoked and Meats and Fish
Plants, Local Soda, Local Cheeses
291 Queen Anne Road
1154 Main Rd.
Harwich, MA
Westport, MA
Oakdale Farm
Stella Marie’s Soaps
Produce, Herbs, & Jams
Handmade Soap and Body Scrub
61 Wheaton Ave.
560 Mineral Spring Avenue
Rehoboth, MA
Pawtucket, RI
Paleonola
Sugar Mama’s Sweets
Grain-Free Granola
Creative Cupcakes
PO BOX 6061
Cranston, RI
Providence, RI
Princess Hill Deli
The Farmer’s Garden
Dips, Spreads, and Prepared Foods
Fresh Vegetables Galore
328 County Road
140 Davis St.
Barrington, RI 02861
Rehoboth, MA
Printmount
The Stirring Spoon
Custom Frames
Gourmet Cooking and BBQ Sauces
20 Industrial Drive
18 Roger Rd.
Smithfield, RI
Johnston, RI 02919
Seven Stars Bakery
Wallis Seafood
Breads and Other Baked Goods
Local Seafood
42 Broadway
36 Maple Avenue
Providence RI
Barrington, RI
Other Information You May Need: Our market season starts on the first Saturday in June and ends in mid November. Look out for us during the winter months, we keep you updated on news and events via our electronic forms of communication. We also have our seed share after the fall harvesta perfect gift for your gardener friends for the holidays.
Opening Weekend Opening weekend is one of our special events each year. In past years we have had all sorts of different fun one-time vendors including the Creperie, Barrington Books. Join us for Opening Day, June 4th 2011. We are extending our ours until 2pm for the special day. There will be entertainment and special food vendors, so bring a friend and enjoy the afternoon by the cove.
Our Location: We are located at the Barrington Congregational Church. 461 County Road Barrington, Rhode Island 02806
Rain:
Contact:
Look for emails, facebook
401 . 447. 4173
notifications, flyers and more on
linda@golocalfarmersmarket.com
rain dates to get our location.