Crafting A Great November

November brings a series of visits to the Pleasantville Farmers Market by regional craftspersons, with items developed on the farm, or made with a culinary theme. Saturday (and on 11/18) Alpacatrax brings wool from their own alpaca herd and finished wool items, including thick wool socks. All November The River Garden offers stunning dried floral items. This week, for one Saturday only, Tree Juice Maple Syrup arrives with delicious maple syrups, and attractive gift packaging. Living Edge Designs is in Saturday (and on 11/11 and 11/18) with terrific cutting boards. And speaking of cutting, Harper Keehn Knife Sharpening will visit this Saturday and next (11/11) to sharpen knives. So if you're decorating for the upcoming holidays, gathering gifts, or carving turkey later this month, remember the Market can help.

Who's In This Week?

View our Map of the Market to see where vendors visiting this Saturday will be located in the marketplace. You can also have a look at our Vendor Page by clicking here -- note that each vendor's "Frequency" is listed, clarifying how often they will visit the Market each month.

In addition to our Weekly Vendors the Rotation Vendors listed below will also be in this Saturday.

• Adair Vineyards
• Alpacatrax
• Bombay Emerald Chutney Company
• Conant Valley Jams
• Harper Keehn Knife Sharpening
• Kriemhild Dairy Farms
• Living Edge Designs
• Spoonful Of Sugar Bake Shop
• Strudel Z
• Tree Juice Maple Syrup

All Seven Parking Lots Open

Following last week's closure for the Ragamuffin Parade, the Memorial Plaza parking lot is open for parking again this week, as are six other nearby lots. Get to know the "hidden parking lots of Pville" by clicking here to view a parking map.

Outdoor To Indoor Market Schedule

We're a year-round market of course, so please continue to support your farmers and food artisans as they move into the cozy, warm Pleasantville Middle School for the winter months.

• November 18: LAST Outdoor Market
• November 25: Market CLOSED for transition
• December 2: OPENING DAY Indoor Market

Phelps Health Tip:

Vegetable Of The Week Is Kale!

Lead Sponsor Phelps Hospital Northwell Health shares the following: “Kale is an excellent source of beta-carotene, vitamins C and K, as well as a healthy dose of calcium. Something many people don't know is that the leaves of vegetables are richest in nutrient content. The darker the leaves, the greater the vitamins and minerals. You can enjoy your kale many ways including raw, braised, sautéed, or in a soup."

Using SNAP At The Market

The Pleasantville Farmers Market welcomes shoppers using SNAP EBT. To use SNAP benefits begin at the Manager's Tent, located at the north end of the marketplace. A Market Manager will help you to redeem your benefits as tokens. And due to a generous grant from Market Sponsor The Pleasantville Lions Club, you'll receive 40% more value as "Bonus Bucks", enhancing your ability to purchase nutritious, farm fresh foods for you and your family. Learn more about SNAP benefits by clicking here.

VENDOR HIGHLIGHTS

Tree Juice Maple Syrup

Tree Juice Maple Syrup will be in, with a new seasonal flavor ‘Candy Cane’, made with organically grown peppermint from their farm. Check out all their specialty syrups Saturday - their one visit for the fall.

Break Bread Not Hearts: Out 11/4, Back 11/11

Break Bread Not Hearts will return next week. This Saturday Aba's Falafel will have plenty of fresh, hot fafafel to go around.

Adair Vineyards

Adair Vineyards makes their last visit of the season Saturday. Stop by to stock up, and to thank Marc for another great season.

Kiernan Farm: Ham Steak SALE

This week Kiernan Farm has a SALE on their their extra thick, nitrate free, smoked ham steaks at $9.75/lb (reg. $12.75). And their beef chuck tender steaks, and ground beef (when a bulk purchase), are discounted too.

Thanksgiving Turkey Sign-Up Sheets

Campanelli's Poultry is taking sign ups for Thanksgiving turkey Saturday. They have Broad Breasted Whites, from 10lb - 25lbs, to be delivered fresh on November 18. And Cowberry Crossing Farm still has their sign up process going - stop by their tent to learn about their Certified Organic/ Biodynamic turkeys.

Cowberry Crossing Farm

Cowberry Crossing Farm will have a fresh harvest of Certified Organic/Biodynamic sweet potatoes. Ask Cecile about her recipe for Sweet Potato Pie.

Spice Revolution

Finally it's cold enough for hot chocolate! Saturday Spice Revolution will have cups of their rich, decadent hot chocolate to warm up with. They'll also feature their brining mixes -- perfect for keeping the juices and great flavors of poultry or pork. For those who want some practice brining before Thanksgiving, Spice Revolution will also be talking brining tips and recipes all day long.

Go-Go Pops: Fall Items

In addition to some fun fall pop flavors, Go-Go Pops has begun making their seasonal soups and pot pies.

Bombay Emerald Chutney Company

No doubt about it: their Cranberry Chutney is the perfect accompaniment for upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations. To take a jar or two for the host family, or for your own table. Great on left over turkey sandwich. Delicious when used either hot or cold.

Kriemhild Dairy Farms

Kriemhild Dairy Farms is in with their full line of Kriemhild Meadow Butter, 2 lb Creme Fraiche, and Trimona Bulgarian Yogurt.

EVENTS AT THE MARKET

Visiting Organization 8:30am - 12:45pm

The Future Nurses Club at Westchester Community College is committed to recruiting students into a nursing career by providing educational events and activities related to nursing. Students learn the art of nursing, participate in programs centered on positive social involvement and community service, and experience positive leadership and fellowship with local healthcare professionals and other club members. Stop by their tent Saturday to learn more about their programs as well as a fundraising event happening at Lucy's in Pleasantville.

EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY

Gleaning Event Friday, November 24

Last year the Pleasantville Community Garden held a gleaning event at Hilltop Hanover Farm. 50 volunteers arrived and harvested 2000 lbs of vegetables which were donated to food pantries in our area. They are holding the event again this year. Here's a great opportunity to get your guests out and moving after your Thanksgiving feast! Email dwjuros@yahoo.com if you'd like more information about volunteering with the Garden. Kids and adults are welcome.

Hudson Valley Restaurant Week: 10/30- 11/12

Enjoy great dining and great deals at restaurants throughout the Hudson Valley. No tickets or passes are required, although reservations are strongly encouraged. HVRW features prix fixe, three-course dinners for $32.95 and lunches for $22.95 (plus drinks, tax and tip). For a list of participating restaurants, that you can sort by cuisine type, or town, click here.

Mount Pleasant Library November Events

The Mount Pleasant Library has a number of interesting events this month. For more information visit the Library's website by clicking here.

• Latest Trends in Resumes (11/09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm)
• Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus: A one man play (11/21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm)
• Memoir Writing Workshop (11/21, (10:30am - 11:30am)
• Magic Show for ages 3 - 7 (11/11, 11:00am - 11:45am)