Morton Grove Winter Market THIS Saturday!

THIS Saturday, December 5th!

Morton Grove Farmers’ Market

Indoor Winter Market

Market Hours 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMorton Grove Civic Center, 6140 Dempster St., MG

• Music: 9 am - 11 am Gene Lim will sing and play guitar. All donations will go directly to the Feed My Starving Children charity.

• Entertainment: 10 am - 2 pm RC Juggles Entertainment. Amazing Balloon Creations by Anna Freeman.

• Music: 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Nancy Kabat will perform solo flute.

Thank to our EXCLUSIVE DECEMBER WINTER MARKET Sponsor: Bath Fitter

• SNAP / Link / EBT cards accepted on qualifying food purchases. Double value tokens offered, up to $25 per card per market.

• Taste of Morton Grove tickets will be available for sale at the Welcome Booth

• FREE Rain Barrels for Morton Grove residents

“Rain barrels are a type of green infrastructure that capture rainwater from your roof and save it for when you need it. By keeping this water out of the sewer system, rain barrels can also help prevent sewer overflows and flooding. You can use rain barrel water to wash your car, water your lawn, or clean work boots and tools. Rain barrel water is naturally free of chlorine, lime, and calcium and some gardeners swear their plants prefer it.” - MWRD

Pick up applications at the Rain Barrel Booth. Rain Barrels are provided by the Village of Morton Grove and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD)

Please remember the less fortunate in our community. Donate new, unwrapped toys and non-perishable, unexpired food items to the bins in the Civic Center lobby. The Morton Grove Fire and Police Departments collect and distribute donations every year.

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There is still time sign up to be a 2015 Market Friend!

Donate $25 or more and receive this beautiful, zippered, insulated bag!
Download the application here or e-mail connect@mgfarmersmarket.com to arrange payment and pick up. Thank you to all of our 2015 Market Friends so far. See the latest list here: http://mgfarmersmarket.com/marketfriends

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Want to VOLUNTEER at the Morton Grove Farmers’ Market?

If you would like to sign up for a few hours at our Winter Markets: Saturday, 12/5 and 2/6 7:30 am - 2:30 pm, please e-mail Volunteer Coordinator Lorri at volunteer@mgfarmersmarket.com.
We would be happy to provide community service letters upon request.

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We are looking forward to shopping at these

December Winter Market vendors:

• Albo Acres - alpaca fiber, yarn, alpaca figures, teddy bears, alpaca horses, hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, glittens, arm warmers, headbands, legwarmers, blankets, sweaters, ponchos, socks, wrist warmers, neck wraps, dryer balls, insoles
• Bee in Beezyness with God - honey, honeycombs, beeswax candles
• Beijo de Chocolat - gourmet chocolates, award winning truffles, toffee, shortbread cookies, baby breads, muffins, scones, gourmet tea, homemade jams and jellies
• Benhart Farms - beef, pork, lamb, goat, chicken, duck, turkey, eggs
• Brian Kabat Photography - greeting cards, calendars, picture prints, dvds
• Brick Oven Kitchen - hummus, pita chips
• Cheese People, The - artisanal cheeses
• Fannie Schmoe’s Bakery - baked goods (cookies, muffins, pound cakes, bread), coffee
• Happy Place Chocolatier - baked goods (cookies, flourless chocolate cake, brownies, bars)
• La Spiceria - spices, seasonings, rubs, dried herbs, dried mushrooms, grains, salsa
• LAZ Cosmetics - all natural, organic bath and body products, gift sets
• Little Human Designs - children’s clothing, accessories, gifts, vests, bowties, ties, burp cloths, receiving blankets, hats, pee pee tents, scarves
• Maier’s Bakery - baked goods (fruit slices, lemon bars, cookies, muffins, donuts, bread, pastries, rolls)
• Morning Dew Designs - hand made sterling silver and gemstone jewelry, hand blown glass jewelry, hand blown glass marbles and Christmas ornaments
• Pals with Pawz - full line of Evanger’s dog and cat products, Jones treats, pet gift baskets
• Pappardelle’s Pasta - flavored pasta, oils
• Patyk Farms - potatoes, winter squash, handmade goat milk soap, eggs, pointsettas,
• Renee’s Floral Design - fresh flower arrangements made of seasonal and select fresh flowers
• Tamales Express - tamales, tacos, corn on the cob, mango on a stick, hot soup, guacamole and chips, Mexican hot chocolate, Mexican soft drinks, lemonade, fruit smoothies
• Wright Way Farm - certified organic whole wheat flour, certified organic produce (winter squash, potatoes, lettuce, kale, carrots, radishes, broccoli)

In our last newsletter, we incorrectly listed Distinct Bath and Body as attending the December Winter Market. They will attend our February Winter Market only. Please visit their Portage Park store for your holiday shopping needs. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Upcoming Events:

Saturday, February 6th Indoor Winter MarketMarket Hours 9:00 am - 2:00 pmMorton Grove Civic Center, 6140 Dempster St., MG

• Stock up for all your Super Bowl party needs!
• Pick up Valentine’s Day gifts for your loved ones!
• Entertainment: TBA
• SNAP / Link / EBT cards accepted on qualifying food purchases. Double value tokens offered, up to $25 per card per market.

• EXCLUSIVE FEBRUARY WINTER MARKET Sponsor: AVAILABLE
• We are currently seeking ONE sponsor for our February 6th Indoor Winter Market.
• This is a first come, first served EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP
• Please contact us at sponsorship AT mgfarmersmarket.com for more information.
• You may download the 2015 Business Sponsorship Application here: 2015MGFMSponsorLetter. 2016 Sponsor Application coming soon.

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Thursday, March 3rd

The Morton Grove Foundation presents

the Annual Taste of Morton Grove

5:30 - 8:30 pm

White Eagle Banquets and Restaurant - 6845 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles
The Morton Grove Farmers’ Market is one of the many beneficiaries of the Morton Grove Foundation!

Purchase admission and raffle tickets at the Welcome Booth at either Winter Market!

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Saturday, May 7th

Outdoor Spring Market

Market Hours 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Morton Grove Farmers’ Market, 6210 Dempster St.

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Saturday, June 4th

Regular Season Opening Day

Market Hours 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Morton Grove Farmers’ Market, 6210 Dempster St.

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For more information about our calendar, vendors or sponsors, please call 847.750.6436, e-mail connect AT mgfarmersmarket.com, or visit our website: www.mgfarmersmarket.com

STAY CONNECTED

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