Engage in the sights, scents and sounds of Milford’s most fruitful event, as the Milford Farmers’ Market replenishes its bounty in the downtown area this spring. Beginning May 9, shoppers will welcome the seasonal market to the Village for live music, family fun and Michigan-grown produce.
From 3-8 p.m. every Thursday through Oct. 24, customers will gather on East Liberty Street to celebrate the season and support local farmers and artisans. “It’s truly a sensational experience,” said Kelley Kirchner, marketing and events coordinator for the Milford Farmer’s Market. “The market serves as more than just a place to pick up produce for the week. It’s an opportunity for the community to socialize and enjoy weekly entertainment. Everywhere they look, visitors delight in the vibrant colors, flavors, sounds and fragrances of the market.”
From spring greens and herbs to artisan baked goods and farm fresh eggs, customers will be presented with an array of products. While the list of vendors continues to grow each year, market-goers will enjoy community favorites, including Farm Boy Produce, offering local produce, jams, jellies and homemade pies; Christine’s Natural Soaps, providing the best artisan goat’s milk soaps; and U.P. Pasties, serving up delicious vegetarian, beef and chicken pasties.
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The market offers a convenient way to purchase fresh local produce straight from the source. In addition to the fresh vegetables, fruits and baked goods, guests will enjoy honey, maple syrup, spices, salad dressings, artisan roasted coffee, homemade noodles, grass fed meats and yard art.
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Great locally-sourced shopping is just one part of the weekly event that offers tons of family fun. Each week from 4-7 p.m. children can join the festivities by participating in a variety of kids’ crafts, including a special Mother’s Day activity on opening day. Also during the kickoff celebration, children are invited to the cookie decorating and sprinkle station courtesy of the Milford Baking Company.
Each Thursday live music will fill the market streets from 5-7:30 p.m. On May 9, Michelle Chenard, a 2012 Michigan Emmy®recipient, will perform to kickoff the entertainment this season. Several other special events, including cooking classes, market-to-table dinners and a dog fashion show will add to the excitement this year.
“The Milford Farmer’s Market is ‘Where community comes together naturally,’” Kirchner said. “With more than 25 vendors, countless visitors and local musicians, it continues to be a key element of our community’s organic growth.”
Milford Farmers’ Market is located on East Liberty Street between South Main and Union streets. Plenty of public parking is available in the downtown area surrounding the market.
For more information visit Facebook or to see a list of vendors, visit www.milfordfarmersmarket.org.
