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2018 Proctor Farmers' Market Application Now Available!
Applications are now available for:
Current, renewing Proctor Farmers' Market Vendors; New Vendors (applying for the first time);
Musicians/Entertainers (for Music @ The Market); Tasting Booths (Wine, Cider, Beer, Spirits);
Non-Profit Community and Kids Booths.
Click on the "Vendors" link (upper left on this page), and then on "Become a Vendor"
and follow the instructions!
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We're Hiring!
To support the weekly operations of our year-round, outdoor venue, the Market is now looking to fill a
Site Set-up and Tear-down position. The ideal candidate will enjoy high physical exertion,
is comfortable working outdoors (including inclement weather), and is extremely reliable.
Experience with event production and operations preferred, but not required.
Please read the attached job description shown below,
and then follow
the directions at the bottom of the job description page
to apply for
this part-time position.
Staff_Site_SetUp_TearDown_Position
Saturday June 23 at the Proctor Farmers' Market.
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Saturday, July 21, 2018
Meet Our Newest Vendor!
Gig Harbor based company a Small Specialty specializes in the creation of delectable homemade salsas and sauces.
Founder and flavors creator Rebecca Small utilizes the freshest local
harvest to craft bold taste sensations which are the hero of any snack
platter, or the star accompaniment to your favorite recipe.
Please
welcome Becca with a visit to her booth (at Madison & 27th) for
samples and sales of fresh made salsa, veggie ketchup, ground mustard,
and special lemonades.
Here's what you can expect to find at the July Markets:
local produce | tree & stone fruits
foraged & cultivated mushrooms | cheeses
pasture raised meats | wild caught fish | clams & oysters*
berries | artisan foods | jams, jellies,syrups | baked goods
honey | hazelnuts* | peanuts | eggs
veggie starts | herbs | landscape plants | cut flowers
fresh baked breads (including dairy, soy, vegan, gluten & nut free)
hot & packaged teas | wine, cider, beer, craft distilleries
ready-to-eat & enjoy foods | and so much more!
Double your EBT Benefits with Fresh Bucks every Saturday in the Market Info Booth.
Subscribe to the Market's Mobile Responsive Weekly Newsletter
(emailed every Thursday)
Click on the Blue Box above and get:
-A Week-to-Week List of Vendors Attending the Market
-The Latest Information and Updates on Market Happenings and Events
-Delicious Seasonal Recipes
-Cooking Demo Schedules
-A list of Wine, Cider, & Craft Distillery Tasting Booth Guests
-Info on Live Music Entertainment
-Special Kids Booth Activities
-Community and Sponsor Booth Guests
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Saturday, July 14, 2018
Summer is officially here!
Corn, Blueberries, Raspberries,Tomatoes (Heirlooms, too!)
delectable Redhaven Peaches, first of the season!
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Saturday, July 7, 2018
Vineyard & Orchard Day Event!
Celebrating our Local Vineyards and Orchards with:
-Wine & Cider Tastings
-Cooking Demo with Free Tasting Samples
featuring 'Fruit Compote with Cake & Cider Syrup'
-Special Vendor Discounts from these participating Vendors:
Martin Family Orchards
RP Guerrero Farm
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Happy 4th of July from the Proctor Farmers' Market!
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Saturday, June 30, 2018
What's Fresh -
Rainier Cherries have arrived!
Did you know that the Rainier Cherry was developed in 1952 at Washington State University by Harold Fogle, and named after Mount Rainier? It is a cross between the 'Bing' and 'Van' cultivars. Click here and here for more information on this iconic, beautiful, and delicious cherry whose arrival we all anticipate in late June.
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Saturday, June 23, 2018
Don't miss the Proctor Farmers' Market Bee Festival!
Since one out of every three bites of food we eat is
available thanks to honey bees, we host this annual event to help educate the
community about the declining bee population, and what they can do to
“Bee A Pollinator.”
This year’s special guest host is Rent Mason Bees who will provide expert demonstrations and information about bees and
bee keeping.
The Market will also feature Special Vendor Discounts, and a
Cooking Demonstration with Free Tasting Samples hosted by
Lathan Frantz of
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Saturday, June 16, 2018
Happy Father's Day!
-Start Father's Day Weekend at the Market-
Father's Day Brunch:
- For a terrific Father's Day brunch pick up fresh farm eggs, bacon, strawberries,
artisan bread, scones or muffins.
Mystical Concoctions, Wine, Cider & Spirits:
- Gift your favorite Dad with an all natural 'nearly mystical' beverage mixer from
Garden Gifts:
Forget the tie, and look for landscape plants, trees, perennials, veggie, and herb starts.
Food Related Father's Day Sentiments:
- Gift Certificates are available in any amount in the Market Info Booth!
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What's Fresh:
Snap Peas; Fava Beans; Snow Peas; Zucchini; Squash Blossoms
Saturday, June 9, 2018
Thank you!
Photo left: Kids 'Taste of the Market' Cooking Demo hosted by the Franklin Pierce High School FCCLA Club
Photo right: Market attendees enjoy the sun, fun, and educational Kids Day booths last Saturday.
Thank you to the local businesses, schools, and parks who made last Saturday's
2018 KIDS DAY a huge success!
Franklin Pierce HIgh School FCCLA Club 'Kids Taste of the Market' Cooking Demo
What's Fresh!
Saurday, June 2, 2018
Don't miss the Kids Day Event at the Market!
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Saturday, May 26, 2018
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The Proctor Farmers' Market is open this Saturday from 9am-2pm
for all your weekend fresh and local food needs,
and we wish you a safe and happy holiday!
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Saturday, May 19, 2018
Thank you to the local practitioners and professionals who made last Saturday's
2018 Health & Wellness Day a success!
Top photos row (left to right):
*associated with Pearl Chiropractic
*Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
for their fantastic Cooking Demo, featuring free tasting samples of
'Asparagus & Mushroom Salad'
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May is an exciting month to shop the Market.
As the weather
warms, more produce arrives every week,
and locally grown veggie starts
and plants fill vendor stalls.
What better way to spend time on a Saturday than getting outside,
enjoy some local music, shop for healthy foods,
and get a delicious breakfast, lunch, or snack while you stroll the Market!
top, left to right: Jan Parker Cookery | Peto Gardens | L'Arche Farm & Gardens
bottom, left to right: Seattle Pops | Cottage Gardens | Green Heart Smoothie
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Saturday, May 12, 2018
9AM-2PM
Special Mother's Day Event!
'Health & Wellness Day'
Mother's Day is Sunday May 13th, so come on out to the Proctor Farmers’ Market this Saturday, May 12th
and enjoy our special ‘Health & Wellness Day’ Event,
while you shop for flowers, food, and gifts, or just enjoy a family or friends outing.
Local practitioners and professionals will be on-site all day to share their knowledge.
Healthy Cooking Demos with Free Tasting Samples!
Free Information and Demonstrations from:
*Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
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Saturday, May 5, 2018
9AM-2PM
WHAT'S FRESH!
-Another sign of Spring-
Seattle Pops Arrive at the Market this Saturday!
Handmade Seattle Pops are
inspired by the traditional Mexican Paleta, which come in two
varieties:
Fruit Based & Milk Based. Using seasonal, fresh, and
local ingredients, no artificial flavors or coloring, real organic-cane
sugar ( never any high fructose corn syrup), Seattle Pops are
all-natural, and as fresh as you can get them:
-Fruity Pops are 100% Vegan.
-Creamy pops are Milk Based.
-All of Seattle Pops are Gluten Free.
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Save The Date!
Annual Health & Wellness Day
Saturday, May 12, 2018
9AM-2PM
(Mother's Day Weekend)
-Local practitioners and professionals on-site all day
to share their knowledge.
-Healthy Cooking Demos, with Free Tasting Samples!
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Saturday, April 28, 2018
9AM-2PM
Swing into Spring this Saturday at the Proctor Farmers' Market.
We will
have just-picked Produce, Artisan Foods, Veggie Starts,
Plants,
Flowers, Produce, Meats, Fish, New Vendors,
Local Music, a Kids Booth,
& More!
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Saturday, April 21, 2018
9AM-2PM
Spring Produce & Earth Day at the Market!
What's Fresh
Signs of Spring:
It's 'Tomato Time!'
Grown locally, and ready for your garden:
Tomato Starts: 4" and 1 Gallon sizes Cherry Tomato Baskets
First of the season - just harvested Organic Asparagus!
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EARTH DAY AT THE MARKET
April 21, 2018 | 9AM-2PM
Help Sustain the Earth all year-round by:
Proctor Farmers' Market Green Initiatives:
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Saturday, April 14, 2018
9AM-2PM - Rain or Shine
Two Events - One Great Day at the Market!
57th Annual
Tacoma's North End Proctor District
&
The "Young At Heart" Special Event
Bring your ID and customers that are 55+ get:
-Fantastic discounts posted at participating Vendor Booths
-First 50 guests that are 55+ get a FREE tote at the
Market Info Booth (a $4.00 value)
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Saturday, April 7, 2018
- What's Fresh -
FIVE New Vendors Join the 2018 Proctor Farmers' Market!
Be sure and stop by, say hello, and welcome them our Market community.
Brown Paper Baking Co. | Artisan Sourdough Breads | Start Date: Mar 31
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Opening Day! Saturday, March 24th! 9 am–2 pm
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