Lakewood Farmers Market Kicking Off Saturday

Downtown Lakewood is going to be the destination for many residents on Saturdays this summer.

Starting this Saturday. 

That’s when the is opening for its 2012 season.

There’s going to be shopping, socializing and entertainment.

Did we mention food?

The market will set up shop at the from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. offering seasonal fruits and veggies, jelly, cheese, meat, plants, coffee, honey, eggs and baked goods. 

Get all that?

Christa Kraft, the event’s organizer, said the market continues to grow in popularity.

“Lakewood's increasingly walkable and bike-able downtown is the perfect environment to foster the growth of local food meeting places like the Saturday Lakewood Farmers Market and LEAF, both of which expect strong increase in awareness and attendance this year,” she said.

“The diversity of Lakewood adds so much to the fabric of the market; you'll see foodies, families and folks who are just dipping their toe into the wonderful world of vegetables.”

There will be all sorts of events and entertainment at the market, including face painting by Changin' Faces Fun; music by Apollo's Groove; art by guest artist Brian Taylor; and a chef demonstration with LFM resident chef Brian Pew, the dietary manager and executive chef at the Eliza Jennings Network at 11:30 a.m.

The vendors include:

• Abby's Kitchen: Red Raspberry, Black Raspberry, Blueberry, Tart Cherry Conserve and Strawberry Rhubarb Jams
• Amalfi Gardens: Four types of Garlic, Garlic Scapes, Mixed Lettuces, Onions, Radishes
• : Arugula, Chard, Beets: Bull's Blood Red & Touchstone Gold
• Berry Good, Honey Hive and K&C Meats: Baked Goods, Pasta, Honey, Eggs, Chicken, Sausage
• Chutney Rolls: A cross between Indian Cuisine and Chipotle!
• HAPI Farms: A selection of Asian vegetables
• Honeyman's Honey: Honey, of course! And mint
• Judy's Oasis: Mediterranian Specialty item, Spinach Pie, Hoomus, Tabbouleh, Baba Ganoush, Pita Chips, Feta Dip and more
• L&L Knife Sharpening: Sharpening Knife, Scissors, Garden Tools
• Mad Mouth Gyro: Gyros, Fries, Salads
• Ohio Farm Direct: CHEESE! Many flavors
• Peddler Bread: Artisan Bread
• Plant Kingdom Bakery and Snackery: Salted Hemp Seeds, Snack Bars, Goo Balls and other nutritious, energy packed, hempy goodness
• Troubadour Coffee Co: Beans, Coffee, Iced Coffee and Espresso
• United Plates: Nuts about Asian Week with Thai Peanut Noodles, Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce, and Chinese Boiled Peanuts
• Walnut Drive Gardens: Raspberries, Blueberries, Onions, Lettuce, Radishes
• Whitefeather Meats: Bison, Chicken, Grassfed Beef, Pork and Lamb
 
• Through Market Connect: Campbell's Popcorn, Hummingbird Creations, The Olive Tap and Ohio City Pasta products will be offered
 

Two more veggie vendors, Kaskey & Knoble Farms, starting July 7. 

“A solid selection of fabulous local vendors and plenty of fun extras like music, art or demos make farmers markets more of an event and experience than your run of the mill shopping trip,” said Kraft. 

For more information about the Lakewood Farmers Market, or to get involved call 216-256-7793 or email lakewoodfarmersmarket@gmail.com.