Bluegrass Farmers Market

Well, folks...we are getting near the end of the 2014 market season. Just two more weeks to go! It's been a rough year for our farmers. First we had a very late spring, with cold temperatures hindering growth. Thank heavens the summer was almost normal! Then the early fall frost, hail and tornadoes definitely hampered our farmers. Yup, a tough year but we did our best to make sure that our customers got to enjoy nothing but homegrown goodness. And, that will continue for the next two weeks! :)

I hope everyone took the opportunity to purchase and freeze or can all of the wonderful fruits and veggies that were available this season. I know that we did! As much as I hate to say it, I can't wait for for some cold weather...I want to enjoy that huge pot of vegetable soup that will have our market bounty in it. Oh my gosh, corn, green beans, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, squash and onions all thrown into a pot with a big hunk of meat and some herb seasoning...I can taste it now. Yummy! The great news is that you can still find various cuts of meat at the market...time to stock up on that too.

I had someone ask me why we didn't have any corn at the market. Well, my answer was the same one that I give in early April when folks ask for it. The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is a 100% homegrown/produced farmers market! Corn is not in season in April and it's already finished by October. That's the price you have to pay when you want nothing but locally grown by one of our farmer members. We think it makes us unique in comparison to other markets in the area! We grow, raise, bake or make what we sell...guaranteed!

So, what will you find at the markets tomorrow? Here's an idea of what to expect and remember...it's time to stock up!

RICHMOND RD.

First off, McMaine's Riverhaven Farm will not be at the market tomorrow, but they will return the following week with all sorts of veggies, jams and even seven bean soup mix!

Kelly's Kobe Beef and Herman's Happy Hogs will be arriving loaded down with bacon, pork chops, country ribs, fresh sliced ham steaks, cured and smoked ham pieces...think bean soup! They will also have 100% Wagyu "Kobe" beef patties, one pound plus rolls of ground beef, lots of beef roast, round steaks and pork sausage in a one pound plus rolls medium spiced and patties medium plus spice! And, everything is antibiotic, hormone, steroid and nitrate free!

The folks at Herb'n Renewal will be on hand with their hand blended herb seasonings...think chili! Their Chili Season'n has been used in various chili cook offs and the participants have won! Of course, they have plenty of other herb blends too...something for just about everything including Mull'n Spice for those cold weather warmer uppers! You'll also be able to find the crowd favorite, Zucchini, Apple'n Oat Thingies and a replenished batch of Let's Face it and Shea, Goat'n Honey soaps! They sold out last week.

On Tapp Dairy said they would have plenty of farm fresh eggs, various cuts of grass fed beef, pork, veal and fresh chicken! If you want to know about the meat you are eating, ask Joseph about how he raises his stock! My farm is certified organic with no GMO's used!

AZUR RESTAURANT & PATIO

I wish I could let you know what you'll be able to find at our Azur market tomorrow, but I guess our farmers were busy and didn't have time to let me know. Whatever you find will be great!

And, who knows what other surprises you might find at either market!

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http://www.bluegrassfarmersmarket.org

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~*~ 2014 MARKET HOURS ~*~

3450 Richmond Rd.

Open through October 25, 2014

Saturday 9 until 2

Tuesday 3 until 6

We'll be set up in the parking lot of our sponsors, Pedal the Planet and Fast Signs. 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! And, we love seeing your four-legged friends!

3070 Lakecrest Circle in Beaumont Centre

Open through October 25, 2014

Saturday 9 until 2

Thursday 3 until 6

Our farmers will be set up in the parking lot and possibly the patio of AZUR Restaurant & Patio. Beaumont Centre is just outside new Circle Rd. off of Harrodsburg Rd.

PARKING IS ALWAYS FREE AT BOTH MARKETS!!!