Vendor Listing - February 4th - Chelmsford Winterfest Weekend

It's Winterfest Weekend! We will be hosting a fundraiser for the Chelmsford Open Space Stewardship - there will be an 'Open Mic' - so come on by and show us what you've got! Acoustics are especially welcome. We will also be having a Free seminar at 10:00 on How To Make Your Own Wine by Gennaro Cataldo of Beer & Wine Hobby of Woburn.  He will provide you with all the information you need to get you started making wine at home. We will also have The Lowell Humane Society on-site with a kitty looking for a special someone to adopt her.  And of course, we will have some wonderful vendors for your shopping pleasure:

Jones Farm:  squash, onions, apples, honey and cheese
Danish Pastry House: fresh breads, tarts, pies and pastries.
Shady Pine Farm: beef, pork, lamb & eggs
Fior D'Italia: delicious raviolis, gnocchi and cavatelli 
Still River Winery: apple ice wine - crisp and clean
Fudge Is Love: fudge in amazingly delicious varieties and Simpson Spring soda 
Q's Nuts: nuts seasoned to perfection - sweet or spicy - all natural ingredients 
Deborah's Kitchen: spreadable fruits - great for cooking
Nobscott Cheese: artisan cheese in fantastic blends
Westport River Winery: exceptionally flavorful wines
Fine Chokolader: confections made from Belgian chocolate, marzipan, nuts & dried fruits
Debs Cookies: delicious cookies, cakes and brownies
NYR Organics: organic skin care products
Kittredge Candles: candles in an amazing variety of scents
Sweet Lydia's: incredible s'mores & marshmallow goodies
Gay Grace Teas: everything tea - teas, cozies, aprons, teacups & teapots
Miss Bailey's Comfort Foods: award winning apple crisp, mac & cheese, guacamole
Little Acre Farm Soap: creamy goat milk soap, lotions and lip balm 
Jems by Joan: beautiful hand crafted jewelry

Free Seminar - February 4th

Don't miss our free seminar this Saturday at 10:00 - How To Make Your Own Wine. It will be hosted by Gennaro Cataldo of Beer & Wine Hobby of Woburn. He'll teach you everything you need to know to start a fantastic new hobby!

Market Photos - January 28, 2012

Thank you to everyone that came and shopped/visited our market today. We had a fantastic cooking demonstration by Julie Hickey. She cooked up some delicious chicken with feta cheese and tomatoes - the store never smelled better! Her onion soup is definitely the best I have ever tasted. If you missed her demonstration, but would like to take a look at her recipes, visit her blog on the Chelmsford Patch at:
http://chelmsford.patch.com/articles/the-best-of-cooking-around-the-carpool

Here are some photos from this week's market:

Vendor Listing - January 28, 2012

There are only five weeks left to the market! You won't want to miss this week's free cooking demo (and sampling) by Julie Hickey - Car Pool Cooking at 11:00.  Here is a listing of this week's vendors:

Jones Farm:  squash, onions, apples and cheese
Danish Pastry House: fresh breads, tarts, pies and pastries.
Shady Pine Farm: beef, pork, lamb & eggs
Fior D'Italia: delicious raviolis, gnocchi and cavatelli 
Still River Winery: apple ice wine - crisp and clean
Fudge Is Love: fudge in amazingly delicious varieties and Simpson Spring soda 
Q's Nuts: nuts seasoned to perfection - sweet or spicy - all natural ingredients 
Deborah's Kitchen: spreadable fruits - great for cooking
Nobscott Cheese: artisan cheese in fantastic blends
Westport River Winery: exceptionally flavorful wines
Gremlin Glass: wine bottle lights, beer bottle candles, sun catchers & ornaments
Wildtree Spice: unique herbs & spices for healthy cooking
NYR Organics: organic skin care products
Kittredge Candles: candles in an amazing variety of scents
Wind Chime Soaps: creamy soaps in an assortment of scents
Sweet Lydia's: incredible s'mores & marshmallow goodies
Gay Grace Teas: everything tea - teas, cozies, aprons, teacups & teapots
Miss Bailey's Comfort Foods: award winning apple crisp, mac & cheese, guacamole
The Chelmsford Patch: everything 'Chelmsford' you need to know - all on-line  

Cooking Demonstration - Saturday January 28

Stop by the market this Saturday  at 11:00 for some great tips on managing that dreaded chore - cooking for the family while trying to make it delicious and healthy - all while trying to squeeze in carpooling. How many times have you started a meal, only to discover that you don't have enough time to finish cooking it before you have to rush off to pick up one of the kids? Julie Hickey will give you some tips and recipes on how to accomplish this with some great meals that you can whip up quickly - and taste delicious when re-heated. Check out the link below to see some of her best recipes.

http://chelmsford.patch.com/articles/the-best-of-cooking-around-the-carpool

Market Photos - January 21 2012 - Snowy Day!

Thank you to everyone that braved the snow and came out to our market.  I hope everyone is enjoying a safe and warm evening right now.  Next week will have a special guest - Julie Hickey.  She has her own blog 'Carpool Cooking' and will show you how to create quick and delicious meals that will re-heat in a snap.  Here are some photos from this week's market:

We Are Open Today!

We have snow hardy vendors - we're here and we're open! Come on down - 10:00 to 2:00.

Vendor Listing - January 21, 2012

**Due to staffing issues, our free 'Make Your Own Wine' seminar has been postponed until February 4, 2012 at 10:00am**  We have officially extended our market - our new closing date will be February 25, 2012.  I'm sure most of you have made resolutions to eat healthier this year - what better way to follow through than to get your food fresh and preservative free from our farmers market!
Here is a listing of our vendors:
Jones Farm:  squash, onions, apples, cheese and cider
Danish Pastry House: fresh breads, tarts, pies and pastries.
Shady Pine Farm: beef, pork, lamb & eggs
Fior D'Italia: delicious raviolis, gnocchi and cavatelli 
Still River Winery: apple ice wine - come sample their wine!
Fudge Is Love: fudge in amazingly delicious varieties and Simpson Spring soda 
Q's Nuts: nuts seasoned to perfection - sweet or spicy - all natural ingredients 
Gay Grace Teas: a wonderful selection of teas, tea pots and cozies
Got Thyme: chicken pot pies, shepherd's pie & soup
Westport River Winery: exceptionally flavorful, crisp and clean wines
MV Treasures: beautiful hand-made jewelry
Debs Cookies: cookies and incredible brownies
Kittredge Candles: candles in an amazing variety of scents
Wind Chime Soaps: creamy soaps in an assortment of scents 
Sweet Lydias: s'mores, marshmallow pretzels and marshmallow treats
Miss Bailey's Comfort Foods: famous apple crisp, mac & cheese, guacamole, hummus, lobster mac & cheese
NYR Organics: natural & holistic health & beauty products

Market Photos - January 14, 2012

Thank-you to everyone that braved the cold and came out to our market.  It was great to see Phil Jones from Jones Farm back on his feet and at the market - we missed you.  The Lowell Humane Society brought a sweet little kitty named Mufasa - so many animals need homes! Here are a few photos from the market.

Vendor Listing - January 14th

Please join us this Saturday for some fresh foods and wonderful handmade goods from some local farms and small businesses.  We will have the Lowell Humane Society on hand with a listing of all their animals looking for a good home - they have everything from cats and dogs to birds, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters.
Here is a listing of our vendors:
Jones Farm:  squash, onions, apples, cheese and cider
Danish Pastry House: fresh breads, tarts, pies and pastries.
Shady Pine Farm: beef, pork, lamb & eggs
Fior D'Italia: delicious raviolis, gnocchi and cavatelli 
Still River Winery: apple ice wine - come sample their wine!
Fudge Is Love: fudge in amazingly delicious varieties and Simpson Spring soda 
Q's Nuts: nuts seasoned to perfection - sweet or spicy - all natural ingredients 
Deborah's Kitchen: spreadable fruits - great for cooking
Nobscott Cheese: artisan cheese in a variety of flavors
Westport River Winery: exceptionally flavorful, crisp and clean wines
Jewelry by Nancy Padres: beautiful hand-made jewelry
Wildtree Spice: unique herbs & spices for healthy cooking
Debs Cookies: cookies and incredible brownies
Kittredge Candles: candles in an amazing variety of scents
Little Acre Farm: creamy goat milk soaps in an assortment of scents 
Sweet Lydias: s'mores, marshmallow pretzels and marshmallow treats
Miss Bailey's Comfort Foods: famous apple crisp, mac & cheese, guacamole, hummus, lobster mac & cheese

Market Photos - January 7, 2012

Happy New Year! It was beautiful weather for the market today - we even had people coming in from the adjacent Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. It was fun having a few new vendors - and sampling the guacamole and artisan cheeses!  Here are a few photos from the market:

Vendor Listing - January 7, 2012

Happy New Year!  Make sure to make it to the market this week - there are only five more weeks left to the market! Start your new year right with some healthy, fresh food.  The Billerica Cat Care Coalition will be in the main store with cats looking for a special home from 11:00 to 2:00.

Here is a listing of this week's vendors:

Jones Farm: assorted greens, potatoes, squash, onions, cheese and cider

Danish Pastry House: fresh breads, tarts, pies and pastries.

Shady Pine Farm: beef, pork, lamb & eggs

Fior D'Italia: delicious raviolis with incredible fillings, gnocchi and cavatelli

Still River Winery: apple ice wine - there's nothing quite like it!

Got Thyme: chicken pot pies, shepherd's pies, quiche & soups

Fudge Is Love: fudge in tantalizing varieties

Q's Nuts: nuts seasoned to perfection - sweet or spicy - all natural ingredients

Sweet Lydias: s'mores, marshmallow pretzels & marshmallow treats
Nobscot Artisan Cheese: a variety of artisan cheese

Deb's Cookies: delicious cookies and mini bundt cakes

Miss Bailey's Comfort Foods: mac & cheese,apple crisp, hummus & guacamole

Gay Grace Tea: wonderful variety of teas, tea cups & tea pots

Westport River Winery: come sample some of their fantastic wines

Kittredge Candles: beautifully scented soy candles 

Brewd Awakening: coffees, lattes and hot chocolate

Wind Chime Soaps: cold process vegetable oil bar soaps in a variety of scents

Billerica Cat Care Coalition: they will be selling cat beds and artwork. Check out the available cats on their website (link on right side of page) 
Neal's Yard Remedies Organics: certified organic skin care products