Today: Market at St. Monica’s, Palafox Market Open 2013 Season

May 4, 2013

Today is opening day for two local farmer’s markets named among the best in their size in the U.S. The Market at Saint Monica’s in Cantonment and the Palafox Market in downtown Pensacola will both be open with farm fresh produce and much more.

MARKET AT SAINT MONICA’S

The Market at Saint Monica’s will begin its third season today  until 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Saint Monica’s Episcopal Church, 699 South Highway 95-A, Cantonment.

Vendors signed up participate in opening day include Ladybug Acres All-Natural Growers, Smocked with Love, Pawless Ponies & Farm, Carlos Goebels – local artist, Hastings Grass Fed Beef, F & G Craftworks, Enoch’s Walk Farm, Ray of Hope – recycled concrete sculptures, Susan’s Hot Dog’s, Jackie’s Sno-cones and more. All vendors are asked to make a donation to Manna Food Pantry.

In addition to new and returning vendors, opening day will feature a Smoked Pulled Pork Barbecue Fundraiser, music by Mr. V’s DJ Service, and special children’s activities. Barbecue plates are $6 and include pulled pork barbecue sandwich, baked beans, coleslaw, and soft drink or bottled water. All proceeds will benefit St. Monica’s outreach ministries.

For more information about Market’s vendors, special events, or schedule, visit www.st-monicas.org/market.html.

PALAFOX MARKET

The May 2013 – April 2014 Palafox Market season begins today  until 2 p.m. in downtown Pensacola.  As it enters its sixth season, the Palafox Market continues to expand with new vendors and more products.  Customers have Saturdays to browse the unique goods offered by local farmers, gardeners, artisans and bakers.

Items originate directly from onsite vendors and include dozens of local farmers, home gardeners, culinary and area artists.  Vendors reside throughout Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Baldwin counties which ensures a variety of colorful, local, and enticing products.  In addition to returning vendors, new vendors will also be joining the market.  Customers will get to experience new products such as homemade sauces, baked goods, additional local produce and even more original award winning artwork.

Mary Bartlett, market vendor since 2008 and owner of Bartlett Meadows Farms said, “The Palafox Market is the best way for shoppers to find locally grown and crafted products at their freshest.  The exchange between people and farmers insures the best possible food on local tables. From local honey and handmade soaps to produce, baked goods, jellies, art, jewelry and handcrafted yard furniture, the Palafox Market has it all.”

The Palafox Market is every Saturday from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. rain or shine.  The market is located under the shade trees in Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza on North Palafox Street between Garden and Wright Streets.  For more information, including products available and how to become a vendor, or to sign up for the weekly newsletter, visit the website at www.palafoxmarket.com.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Archive