Bluegrass Farmers Market

Summer is just about here and the goodies that our farmers are bringing to the market will attest to that fact! The Tuesday market will have tomatoes, green beans, blueberries, cucumbers, cabbage, squash, greens, onions, broccoli, new potatoes, fresh cut basil, jams and jellies!

Yup, summer is just around the corner. :)

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market

is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified

Kentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know

Good Agricultural Practices!

IT'S TIME TO CAST YOUR VOTE!

We were voted #1 in the state of Kentucky last year thanks to you, our loyal customers! We hope we can do it again in 2011...we need your vote! Just click on the Bluegrass Farmers' Market link and cast your vote...tell your friends and family too!

http://action.farmland.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Market_Vote&searchTerm=bluegrass+farmers+market&x=29&y=17

 

It seems to me that we were all complaining about the rain just a short time ago. Now it seems like we need it again. But, I sure do hope that it holds off this Saturday. Rainy market days are no fun for customers and farmers alike. Guess the weather and Mother Nature is the reason that farming for a living is such a risky business! And, yes...it is a business as well as being a passion. Our farmers come from all walks of life, from the backyard gardener who is passionate about heirlooms to the farmer who plants row after row of veggies on two different farms! The great part is that no matter how small or large our farmers business is, you can be assured that they grew or raised everything that they sell! Don't forget they also create value added items like jams, baked goods and herb seasoning too! The business of farming is a whole bunch more than putting a seed in the ground and hoping it grows...although I do that every year with mixed results. Lol So, what will our wonderful farmers be bringing to the market this Saturday? Here's a hint...

TOMATOES

GREEN BEANS

LETTUCE

SQUASH

ZUCCHINI

POTATOES

RADISHES

GREENS

ONIONS

SUGAR SNAP PEAS

BROCCOLI

SHELL PEAS

CABBAGE

CUCUMBERS

ASPARAGUS...LAST DAY!!!!

BOK CHOY

FRESH CUT BASIL

STRAWBERRIES...PROBABLY LAST DAY!

BLUEBERRIES

RHUBARB

EGGS

BEEF

FRESH CUT FLOWERS

FLORAL HANGING BASKETS

BEDDING PLANTS

HERB PLANTS

HOMEMADE SOAPS

HERB SEASONING

JAMS & JELLIES

BAKED GOODS

AND, PLENTY OF FRIENDLY FACES!!!

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market

is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified

Kentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know

Good Agricultural Practices!

IT'S TIME TO CAST YOUR VOTE!

We were voted #1 in the state of Kentucky last year thanks to you, our loyal customers! We hope we can do it again in 2011...we need your vote! Just click on the Bluegrass Farmers' Market link and cast your vote...tell your friends and family too!

http://action.farmland.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Market_Vote&searchTerm=bluegrass+farmers+market&x=29&y=17

Why is it a "J" day?

That's because Judy, Jane, John and Jonathon will be selling their goodies this Tuesday!

Look for Judy to bring her wonderful jams, probably the last of the strawberries...but, the first of the blueberries!

Jane is back and she'll be bringing her great basil, beautiful cut flowers, sugar snap peas, garlic scapes, green onions and lettuce!

John will be coming from Science Hill loaded down with his delicious homegrown tomatoes, cucumbers and lettuce!

If you are looking for beautiful hanging baskets, then Jonathon is the farmer to see! They are just gorgeous, full and reasonably priced! Maybe you need some bedding plants or herbs...he has those too. And, he'll be bringing broccoli, green onions, shell peas and sugar snaps!

It won't be just a “J” day at the Bluegrass Farmers' Market because Vicki from Botanica will be there too. She'll be bringing her herb plants, assorted hanging baskets and planters.

And, you never know who else just might show up!!!

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certifiedKentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know Good Agricultural Practices!

IT'S TIME TO CAST YOUR VOTE!

We were voted #1 in the state of Kentucky last year thanks to you, our loyal customers! We hope we can do it again in 2011...we need your vote! Just click on the Bluegrass Farmers' Market link and cast your vote...tell your friends and family too!

http://action.farmland.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Market_Vote&searchTerm=bluegrass+farmers+market&x=29&y=17

 

Officially it is still springtime, but you'd never know it by the heat wave we've been having. And, that means that the summer crops are making their presence a wee bit early...look for green beans, tomatoes, cucumbers and maybe even some raspberries this Saturday at the Bluegrass Farmers' Market! Of course you'll still find some spring fruits and veggies too...look for strawberries, asparagus, lettuce, green onions, spinach, sugar snap peas and greens!

What else will our farmers be bringing to the market on Saturday? How about rhubarb, eggs, honey, baked goods, jams & jellies, herb seasoning, veggie and herb plants and hanging baskets galore! Who knows what else might make its way to the market...I am surprised almost every Saturday. :)

Wanna know what other exciting things are going to happen at Lexington's only 100% homegrown/produced farmers market? I'll give you a hint...the Bluegrass Farmers' Market was voted #1 in Kentucky last year by you, our loyal customers! Yes, you get to vote for us again this year and that also means we have to show our appreciation...that means more events coming up at the market! Stay tuned for more information.

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is

Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified

Kentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know

Good Agricultural Practices!

Now that we have actually had a few days without rain, it is time to start thinking about getting out in your yard and planting! Or maybe you are just looking for a hanging basket to brighten up your deck or patio. The good news is...the Bluegrass Farmers' Market will have veggie plants, herb plants, bedding plants and beautiful hanging baskets this Tuesday!

Okay, so maybe growing your own veggies and fruits is not your thing. That's okay too, because our farmers will be bringing strawberries, lettuce, onions and various greens to the Tuesday market! And, don't forget the wonderful jams and jellies!

Just a little tidbit to get you excited about the Saturday market...look for green beans, cucumbers and maybe even red raspberries to make a showing! Yup, summer is almost here. :)

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certifiedKentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know Good Agricultural Practices!

It looks like Mother Nature is going to be nice to us during this holiday weekend! That will make for some wonderful Memorial Day cookouts and picnics. And, the Bluegrass Farmers' Market will have all sorts of homegrown goodies to get you started! Look for...

ASPARAGUS

STRAWBERRIES

LETTUCE

GREENS

ONIONS

RHUBARB

TOMATOES (limited amount)

RADISHES

EGGS

BEEF

BAKED GOODS

JAMS & JELLIES

HERB SEASONING

HONEY

HOMEMADE SOAP

HERB PLANTS

VEGGIE PLANTS (including heirlooms!)

BEDDING PLANTS

HANGING BASKETS

FLORAL PLANTERS

AND SO MUCH MORE!

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certifiedKentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know Good Agricultural Practices!

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend and please take a moment to remember our service members and their families.

It's Tuesday market time! The farmer participation is still a bit small but it will be growing each week as the growing season picks up. If you are looking for wonderful homegrown, local strawberries then the Bluegrass Farmers' Market is the place to be this Tuesday! You'll find other spring veggies like asparagus, lettuce and radishes too! Don't forget the wonderful homemade jams and jellies. Or, the beautiful hanging floral baskets, herb plants and veggie plants.

So, stop by on your way home from work...we're open until 6:30! Or, beat the traffic and shop early...we open at 3!

Where are we located at 3450 Richmond Rd. in the tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs...right next to the Glenn Auto Mall. Plenty of free and convenient parking.

Remember, we are Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market...we guarantee it!

Of course, that means no locally grown corn yet!

But...it's coming! :)

I couldn't believe that I actually saw red tomatoes at the market last Saturday! Granted, they were grown in a greenhouse and there were not many of them...but what a treat after a rainy and cold day. We thoroughly enjoyed a BLT with locally grown vegetables and homemade bread! The tomato was sweet, the lettuce was crisp and the bread was wonderful!!! Honest to gosh locally grown and produced is well worth the trip to the Bluegrass Farmers' Market. :)

 ~*~ BIG NEWS ~*~

The Tuesday Market Is Now Open For The 2011 Season

Yup, you can now shop each Tuesday from 3 until 6:30.  Same great location with convenient parking and nothing but homegrown/produced goodness!  I'll keep this blog updated each Monday so you will know what will be available at the Tuesday market.

But, before we even think about the Tuesday market, we have all sorts of great thins available at the Saturday market!  Here's just a sampling of what you'll be able to find...

ASPARAGUS

STRAWBERRIES

LETTUCE

GREENS

ONIONS

BOK CHOY

SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

RHUBARB

TOMATOES (limited amount)

RADISHES

EGGS

BEEF

BAKED GOODS

JAMS & JELLIES

HERB SEASONING

HONEY

HOMEMADE SOAP

HERB PLANTS

VEGGIE PLANTS (including heirlooms!)

BEDDING PLANTS

HANGING BASKETS

FLORAL PLANTERS

~*~ 2011 MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certifiedKentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know Good Agricultural Practices!

It's an exciting week at the Bluegrass Farmers' Market! And, you ask why? Because...

We've got strawberries!

~*~ and ~*~

The Tuesday market is now open for the

2011 season!

Yup, that's right...the Tuesday afternoon market is now open and here's a just a bit of what you'll be able to find this Tuesday...

STRAWBERRIES

ASPARAGUS

LETTUCE

ONIONS

RADISHES

JAMS & JELLIES

AMISH GROWN HANGING FLORAL BASKETS & BEDDING PLANTS

VEGETABLE PLANTS...

POSSIBLY HEIRLOOMS TOO

AND, SO MUCH MORE!

~*~ MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday 3 until 6:30 or sold out

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is

Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified

Kentucky Proud and GAP trained...

that means we know

Good Agricultural Practices!

I have come to a conclusion...the weather in Kentucky makes absolutely no sense to anyone! We've had weeks of rain. Below average temperatures for this time of the year. Definite lack of sunshine. Spring has supposedly “sprung” but what exactly does that mean? The past two days have been more like the middle of summer with the heat and humidity! And, who knows...we could have snow by the weekend. Just kidding...I hope!

What I am trying to get across is how hard it is for farmers to bring their bounty to the market each week. They plan all winter long and look forward to early spring to sow their seeds. Then they keep their fingers crossed for great weather...hopefully that happens. This year it has not but our farmers continue to show up each Saturday with the best they have to offer and let me tell you...it has been great!!! Here's a bit of what you find this Saturday! :)

ASPARAGUS

LETTUCE

ARUGULA

GREEN ONIONS

RHUBARB

RADISHES

GREENS

JAMS

HONEY

HERB SEASONING

BAKED GOODS

HERB PLANTS

VEGGIE PLANTS

BEDDING PLANTS

HANGING BASKETS

AND, SO MUCH MORE!

~*~ MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday market will open soon!

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified Kentucky Proud and trained in the GAP program...Good Agricultural Practices!

 

It was so nice to see the sun shine last Saturday! Hopefully Mother Nature will be almost as nice this week. Somehow the Kentucky Derby is so much more fun to watch when the sun is shining. And, Mother's Day is not quite as happy when it is raining...mom deserves a bright and sunny day. :)

Let's start with Derby Day and the wonderful goodies available to make your party a true Kentucky experience. You can't have a derby meal without asparagus and we'll have plenty available! Derby Day means spring time and what's better than a fresh lettuce, green onion and radish salad! But, the one item that truly means Kentucky Derby is mint!!! Every proper mint julep deserves Kentucky Colonel Mint and you'll be able to find that this Saturday too! So, start your Derby Day out early by joining us at the Bluegrass Farmers' Market.

Next comes Mother's Day on Sunday! How about a beautiful plant or day lily for the special mom in your life. Maybe something sweet just like she is...jam cake or honey! Or, you could prepare a special meal for her using hand blended herb seasoning on those wonderful fresh veggies! Wishing all those special gals a Happy Mother's Day!

Even with all of the rainy weather lately, the BGFM is growing as the season progresses! Remember, we are a 100% homegrown/produced market...that means no corn or tomatoes yet! But, we do have mater plants!!! Here's a bit of what you'll find on Saturday...

ASPARAGUS

LETTUCE

ARUGULA

GREEN ONIONS

RHUBARB

RADISHES

BOK CHOY

NAPPA CABBAGE

GREENS

MINT

JAMS

HONEY

HERB SEASONING

EGGS

BAKED GOODS

HERB PLANTS

VEGGIE PLANTS

BEDDING PLANTS

DAY LILIES

AND, SO MUCH MORE!

~*~ MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday market will open soon!

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified Kentucky Proud!

I truly believe that this just might be a Mother Nature “yippee” kind of Saturday at the market. Finally a market day without rain!

Look for all sorts of fresh, homegrown spring goodness. You'll find asparagus, crisp lettuce, various greens, carrots, radishes, rhubarb, green onions and even some arugula! Of course, you can't pass up the honey, baked goods, wonderful homemade fruit jams and hand blended herb seasoning. Don't forget to stop by and talk to our resident “tomato guy” and find out which heirloom plants will best suit your home garden.

Yup, it's gonna be soooooo nice to see some sun this Saturday! We hope you all come out and see the smiles on our faces. :)

Free and convenient parking and we are wheelchair and stroller friendly!

2011 Market Information

When

Saturday 9-2

Tuesday 3-6:30 OPENING SOON!

Where

Tuesday & Saturday market...3450 Richmond Rd. in the Fast Signs and Pedal the Planet parking lot, right next to the Glenn Auto Mall.

Why

Because we think everyone who shops at a farmers market deserves to be talking to the farmer who grew, baked, made or created what they are selling!

Our farmers are also trained and certified in the GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) program!

It's just another way that we show you how much we care about what we do!

And, each farmer is certified Kentucky Proud!!!

Hope to see you at Lexington's largest

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

Our customers voted us #1 in Kentucky!!!!

Looks like Mother Nature might be sending us some rain tomorrow. But, we'll still be there with fresh spring goodies like asparagus, lettuce, greens, onions and radishes. Of course, you'll also be able to find some wonderful jams, whipped honey, baked goods and herb seasoning.  And, Roger, the tomato guy will be there taking orders for his wonderful heirloom maters!

As I was typing up the list of available items I started to think that it sure doesn't look like much will be available...what, no corn or tomatoes? Then I remembered that the Bluegrass Farmers' Market is just that, a real farmers market with 100% homegrown or produced items. Unfortunately that does mean that you won't find corn or tomatoes tomorrow because they are not in season in Kentucky! Instead, you'll be guaranteed that you are supporting honest to gosh real farmers who grow instead of buying to resell. We think it's worth the lack of a few items...especially on this Earth Day!

~*~ MARKET HOURS ~*~

Saturday 9 until 2 or until sold out

Tuesday market will open soon!

We'll be set up in the beautiful tree lined parking lot of Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs, right next door to the Glenn Auto Mall on Richmond Rd. It's just a hop, skip and a jump outside of Man 'O War Blvd. Parking is right there so you don't have to drive around hunting for a spot to park. The parking lot is also paved and that makes it very stroller and wheelchair friendly!

The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is Lexington's only

100% homegrown/produced farmers market!

And, each of our farmers are certified Kentucky Proud!

Opening day wasn't exactly what we had hoped for...weather wise. But, our loyal customers sure made the day worthwhile! It was cold, windy and rainy most of the day and the cars still kept pulling in and folks came up to our farmers to let them know how thrilled they were to have us back. Of course, they bought goodies too. In fact, the lettuce, asparagus, radishes and green onions all sold out early.

I did ask the farmers if they were ready for the Tuesday market and found out that NO...they are not. I promise that I will let you know when the Bluegrass Farmers' Market will be opening on Tuesday's. Until then, mark off Saturday morning on your calendar.

Yup, it's that time again...the Bluegrass Farmers' Market opens their 2011 season this Saturday!

It's been a long winter and our farmers are raring to go. In fact, they are so darn busy only a few have let me know what they will be bringing to the market on opening day!

I do know that our tomato guy, Roger, will be on hand to take orders for his heirloom tomato and pepper plants. The folks from Herb'n Renewal will be there with their hand blended herb seasoning and wonderful Zuckie cookies! Judy will be bringing her great homemade jams and her fresh asparagus. I will try to update as I hear from our farmers but I can imagine springs finest locally grown...lettuce, green onions, radishes, etc...will be available on Saturday.  UPDATE...Robert will be bringing asparagus and other spring goodies.  And, I have been told that Kirby will be coming with spring veggies too!

We're looking forward to seeing all of your smiling faces this Saturday, April 16^th!

2011 Market Information

When

Saturday 9-2

Tuesday 3-6:30

Where

3450 Richmond Rd. in the Fast Signs and Pedal the Planet parking lot, right next to the Glenn Auto Mall.

Parking is always FREE and we are stroller and wheelchair friendly!

Why

Because we think everyone who shops at a farmers market deserves to be talking to the farmer who grew, baked, made or created what they are selling!

Our farmers are also trained and certified in the GAP

(Good Agricultural Practices) program!

It's just another way that we show you how much we care about what we do!

Hope to see you at Lexington's largest 100%

homegrown/produced

farmers market!