Monday, October 29, 2012
With a new manager, the market closes out its 2012 season and prepares for new things next year.
The Dearborn Farmers Market has ended for 2012, and fans of the weekly outdoor event can expect some changes when it reopens in the spring of 2013. The first of those transitions is already apparent, as new market manager Millie Judd—a Dearborn Heights resident and frequent volunteer of the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce—has taken the place of market founder Joan Reed. Reed, who started the market under the chamber five years ago, said she resigned from the job due to disagreements between herself and chamber leadership over the future and direction of the market. Reed said her vision was a market that sold only Michigan-made goods from local vendors, and was a community gathering place. "I firmly believe in the mission of the market," …
Friday, October 19, 2012
Check out our Dearborn Farmers and Artisans Market vendor of the week!
When Gunny Sergeant Dave Smith was serving in the Marines, his fellow service members loved nothing more than getting a taste of his homemade salsa. Generally used to the canned variety, Smith became famous for his blend of fresh peppers, tomatoes, onions and spices. Retired from the Marines for four years, Smith's salsa-making business exploded. Jar Head Salsa, based out of Flint, is now carried in a number of Michigan stores, and can be found in local farmers markets like Dearborn's, too. True to their roots, ten percent of proceeds from sales of Jar Head Salsa and their homemade chips are given back to the Flint VFW group. Vice President of Operations and Marketing Glen Brittingham is out at the Dearborn market every Friday giving out …
Friday, October 12, 2012
Check out our Dearborn Farmers and Artisans Market vendor of the week!
If you hear a popping noise coming from the Dearborn Farmers Market, don't be alarmed—it's just the sound of fresh, delicious kettle corn being popped by Kettle Corn of Michigan. Founded by Robert Beaudette, the Wyandotte-based company's popcorn can't be bought in stores. But you can find them at the Dearborn market every week, as well as the Wyandotte and Allen Park farmers markets. And they'll bring their kettle to do live popping at events like graduations and birthday parties, too. Check out traditional flavors like cheese and caramel, or change it up with unique tastes—including blue raspberry, vanilla cinnamon, and "Better Than Chicago"—a combo of caramel and cheese popcorn that is all Michigan. Name: Kettle Corn of Michigan …
Friday, October 5, 2012
Check out our Dearborn Farmers and Artisans Market vendor of the week!
If you love sweet potatoes, there's only one stop you need to make at the Dearborn Farmers Market. Detroit-based Sweet Potato Sensations has been serving up all types of dishes made with the root vegetable since 1987 "We starting working in our basement," recalls Jeffrey Thomas, who runs the company with his wife, Cassandra, and daughters Charice and Jennifer. They've come a long way. Sweet Potato Sensations now has a store at 17337 Lahser in Detroit, and is at the Dearborn market every Friday. They sell pies, cookies, cheesecakes, ice cream—basically anything delicious that can be made with a sweet potato. Can't get enough? Try out one of the recipes they've shared on their website, www.sweetpotatosensations.com. Name: Sweet Potato …
Friday, September 28, 2012
Check out the Anthony Lai Band at the Dearborn Farmers Market this Friday.
When Anthony Lai first heard the Beatles in sixth grade, he decided two things: He loved the band, and he wanted to perform music. Years later, the lifelong Dearborn resident now holds several music-related degrees, teaches music courses at Henry Ford Community College—and just released his first EP with the Anthony Lai Band. HFCC was also the setting for the band's coming together; Lai met keyboardist Bonnie Schippling while in music classes there, and added bassist Nick Kischuk, guitarist Joe Giese and drummer Anthony Fiolek while teaching at the school. “I teach recording techniques and …. (they) were my students and just blew me away,” Lai said. True to his roots, Lai describes the band’s sound as “Beatles-esque.” “There are more …
Friday, September 14, 2012
Daniel Judd was bored, and took his mom's advice to give his time to a local cause.
When most teens find themselves bored, they locate the nearest electronic device. But Dearborn Heights resident Dan Judd decided to use his free time for good: the 14-year-old has spent every Friday volunteering with the Dearborn Farmers Market. "I was bored, and I was looking for something to do," Judd explained. "This gives me something to do." The hours are early–he gets there around 6 a.m. every week to help with setup–but Judd said he has a secret weapon: the teen said he stays up all night. His mother, Millie Judd, is involved with the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce, and suggested to her son that he help out the weekly outdoor market. And it's not the only volunteering Judd does. He also helps out his elderly neighbor across the …
Friday, August 31, 2012
Check out our Dearborn Farmers Market Vendor of the Week!
Every week this season, Kapnick Orchards has made its way down from Britton, MI, to Dearborn to sell their farm-fresh goods at the Dearborn Farmers Market. From baked goods and–seasonally–fresh apples and apple cider, to hand-picked vegetables and even fudge, Kapnick is a weekly favorite for visitors. Their wide array of offerings changes with the seasons, so be sure to keep coming back as the farmers market heads into fall. And if you miss them at the market, head out to their farm for a first-hand look at Kapnick Orchards. Name: Kapnick Orchards Established: 1958 Sells: Fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, apple cider Find them at the Dearborn Market: Weekly Learn more: Visit www.kapnickorchards.com
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
The market runs from 4-7 p.m. behind the Bryant Library.
If you're one of the people who laments never being able to attend the Friday morning Dearborn Farmers Market, grab your cash and canvas bag, because the last evening market of the season happens tonight. The evening edition of the Dearborn Farmers Market takes place from 4-7 p.m. in the Muirhead Plaza, behind the Bryant Library in downtown west Dearborn. This is the last of three evening markets this year. Visitors will see some of their favorite usual vendors, plus a few special guests–such as the Dearborn Animal Shelter. The market will return at it's regular time on Friday, Aug. 24, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Friday, August 17, 2012
Check out our Dearborn Farmers and Artisans Market vendor of the week!
If you want a hot dog, have a hot dog. But if you're looking to grill up something a little more interesting, check out the offerings of Corridor Sausage Company. A new vendor for 2012, they've been selling their unique flavors of handmade sausage at the Dearborn Farmers Market all season long. Founders Zachary Klein and Will Branch were originally just selling their sausage at Eastern Market in Detroit, the duo have now expanded to the Westside Farmers Market in Ann Arbor and, most recently, Dearborn. They use only fresh, organic, hormone-free meats, herbs and spices. The best part? You can sample them before you buy them at the Dearborn Farmer's Market. Try the bacon and beer brat with swiss for a game day treat, or the Moroccan lamb and…
Friday, August 10, 2012
Check out our Dearborn Farmers and Artisans Market vendor of the week!
We've all heard the phrase "eat local," but don't always live up to it. Natural Local Food Express is aiming to change that. And what's more–founder Gary Kuneman is bringing his local goods to the Dearborn Farmers Market every week this season. He's not a first-time market man, and it shows: Arrive early if you want to snag the best cuts of meat and freshest eggs from Kuneman's cooler, because regulars know how good they are, so they go fast. Luckily, if you can't find the T-bones or chicken breasts you're looking for Fridays in Dearborn, you can stop by the Natural Local Food Express store in Plymouth. There, find all the goods Kuneman carries at the Dearborn Farmers Market, and a whole lot more. But for the true market experience–and to …
Genevieve
7:53 am on Wednesday, March 20, 2013
I agree. I havent attended due to it being on a work day, during work hours. I live in Dearborn, but go to Detroit's Eastern Market due to it being on a Saturday. Make this a Saturday afternoon family event, and it will attract more people:) more ›