Week 5 - June 1st

Hello MP Market Goers!

Wow, June is here already!  The kids have just one week left of school and then it will be pool time, backyard parties, camps and more happenings than most can keep track of.  But please do not forget the healthy eating that the market provides for you and your family.  Every Saturday morning rain or shine our farmers come to the park to offer you; farm fresh, locally raised, and farmer tested products that are great for you and your family.  So come on out and help to keep you and yours healthy and happy this summer with local products that are sure to please everyone at the dinner table!

Here is a partial list of items at this week’s market: eggs, asparagus, rhubarb, brats, burgers, jewelry, watercolor paintings, wildlife prints, garden plants (both the edibles and non-edibles), honey, maple syrup, jams (lots of varieties), baked goods (both good for you and bad for you), lettuce (many kinds), radishes, spinach and much more!  Come and check it all out!

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday morning at Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Kathy Bures
Co-Manager
Mineral Point Market

Following is the list of who will be vending at this week's Market. Be sure to click on the vendors tab to learn more about our new vendors!

Bures Berry Patch
Just one crazy week of school left.  Are you looking for a quick easy meal?  Did you know that asparagus is great on the grill.  Just throw it in a grill safe pan and pour some olive oil over it add a little pepper and garlic, grill until it turns slightly brown, easy peasy!  We will be at market this week with asparagus and rhubarb!  In addition, we had a fantastic crop of pure maple syrup this spring, come out and try a spoonful it is delicious.  We will also have honey that is produced by the bees at the Patch who help to pollinate the strawberries, raspberries, and pumpkins, as well as whatever else strikes their fancy around the Patch.  Don't need the sweet stuff?  Well then we've got dilly beans; yep sour with a bit of bite.  Great for any picnic or event or just if you like the sour stuff! We hope that you will join us once again this year in eating fresh from the Patch.  Now in the patch we have asparagus, rhubarb and our farm fresh eggs available daily from 9am-7pm. Spring is here and we have begun to plant and harvest our way through the season at Bures Berry Patch.  So don’t forget to Like us on Facebook or signup for our newsletter to get the latest shovel on what’s happening in the Patch!  Hope to see you in the Patch or at market soon!
Carey's Greenhouse

I will be attending the farmer's market this Saturday. I should have my full compliment of plants.  Del Carey

Chestnut Hill Studio

Weather permitting I will be there with new art, prints, cards, jewelry and tiles.

DDP Beads
Looking forward to another great season at the Mineral Point Market and I will be attending on most Saturdays but not this week!  Many new, original design pieces will make their debut throughout the summer!  The Saturday morning sunshine is my business partner as it generates radiant facets which captures the attention of many a passerby.  Chatting with new customers and familiar acquaintances is always a pleasure as they gaze at the unique handcrafted  sparkling creations.  Custom pieces and minor repair services are also available.  Although I participate in a number of craft fairs throughout the year, the Market continues as a favorite as it's a local gathering place with many return customers.  See you over the summer!
Evelyn's Gardens

Looking forward to the Mineral Point Market this Saturday!  We will be bringing perennial plants and yard art.  Check us out on http://evelynsgardensandgiftshop.com/
Fabric Fun and Then Some
I started "Fabric Fun and Then Some" during this long hot summer.  As a retired teacher and farm wife, I had time to recreate many hobby items - fabric boxes, denim and fabric aprons, quilted table runners, and painted clay pots.  Stop by for a visit! Nancy Harker
Farmer's Daughter's Kitchen
We will be back next week with more pies, cookies, dessert bars, tarts, a few gluten free goodies and plenty of Memorial Day treats!  Please call us with orders or questions! Call Becky at 608-293-4660.
Gough's Gorgeous Farm Goods

We will have plenty of our farm fresh eggs, dehydrated pie pumpkin, and dehydrated tomatoes to start this season.

James' Pine Valley Farm
I will not be at the market this weekend.  Be back next week with my line of frozen chicken, several varieties of cheeses and a few dozen eggs.  See you next Saturday.
Lacey's Lathers Goat Milk Soaps and Lotions

I wont be at market this week I will be working at the Iowa County Dairy Breakfast. But I will be back next week. Stop by the breakfast and see some dairy goats before or after you get your market shopping done!  Thanks,Clare  laceylathers@yahoo.com

Magic Light Photography

Weather permitting I will be at market this week.  Once again I will have a large selection of my handmade greeting cards featuring one of my original photographs.  All of my cards are blank inside so they can be used for any occasion.  I will also have a selection of bookmarks that make great little gifts.  Don't forget, Father's Day is just around the corner!  Along with the cards and bookmarks, I will have a large selection of my limited edition photographic prints.  My prints are all matted, signed and numbered by me and ready to slip into the frame of your choice.  If there is something particular you are looking for, please ask as I may have something that fits your needs that isn't on display at the market. You can also view my work at www.magiclightphotography.com. I look forward to seeing you all this Saturday under the water tower!   Don't forget, when I'm not at the market, my cards, bookmarks and a small selection of framed prints are available at The Mineral Point Collection located at 151 High Street.  See you Saturday! Thanks, Mike
Marr's Valley View Farms

The first holiday weekend of the season is behind us which means Summer has officailly begun!  This week, Marr's Valley View Farms will be at Market with our full line of tender, flavorful Black Angus Beef products and pork products.  Bratwurst, hamburger patties, steaks and pork chops are in stock for grilling that quick after work evenign meal.  Can't live without our meats but getting to market weekly is a challenge?  Place your order directly with us by calling Lois at 608-574-2899 or e-mail her at federman@charter.net.  You can order our products on www.greensq.net; or purchase at Driftless Market in Platteville or Wild Weasel Natural Market in Dodgeville.  Or join our Farm Connection Meat CSA and pick up the 2nd Saturday of every month at the Mineral Point Market.  Ask us for details on Saturday.  We encourage you to come to market early for the best selection.  Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to servicing your needs throughout 2013.  See you soon!  Mike, Lois and Doral.

Matchbook Magnets

Spring…it’s finally here.  I’m looking forward to getting back to the market, reconnecting with old acquaintances and making new ones.  I plan to be at the market in May, but strictly as a shopper!  I’ll be back as a vendor in June with the usual favorites and many new additions.  Email:   matchbookmagnets@yahoo.com   Cindy
Mission Abolition

Mission Abolition will not be at market this week.  Mission Abolition creates schlep bags made from donated fabrics, which brings unique color and pattern designs to each bag.  All proceeds from the sales of these bags are donated to the Not For Sale organization, which works to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery.  Mission Abolition believes in raising awareness of the needs of people involved in human trafficking and modern-day slavery with a personal touch sewn into each bag.

Papa Bob's

We will be at market this week with new breads, some gluten free. We will have muffins and coffee and some frozen soup.  Cheese cakes if I get them done and Biscotti too.  See you Saturday!  Papa Bob

Shooting Star Farm

Much needed rain this week and things are really growing. For Saturday we’ll have a new crop of radishes and spinach from the field, heads of lettuce (mini romaine and possibly a few others), salad turnips, salad mix, baby arugula, rhubarb, possibly a few other greens as well as tomato transplants. See you then! Rink, Jenny, and Charlie

Starlily Degisn

I am STARLILY  Design. I create Cuddly baby Quilties. Sewn from Flannel and backed with Fleece, I call them Quilties because they are smaller for babies and toddlers. They're colorful, soft and comforting. They are also wonderful lap blankets for older people because they're not heavy or unwieldy, they are bright, warm and cozy. Machine wash and dry, easy care. I also make Pot Holders, from bright cheerful cotton fabrics. The larger size is for bigger pans and the smaller ones work well for casserole dishes or for Coasters under your coffee cup. They are lined with a thermal batting for heat resistance. All are machine wash and dry. I've been sewing since childhood, I love color and texture, creating something useful and fun is important to me. I hope to see you at the Market in June!  Alice Raymer
The Summer Kitchen
The Summer Kitchen will be at the market Saturday.  My employee Mel Margis  will be selling jams and jellies. The Summer Kitchen has been selling jams over 40 years and doing it the old fashion way in small batches 10-12 jars at a time using fruit from the farm. I will have over 12 varieties.

Other vendors included in the market:
Head 2 Toe

If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Jenny Bonde at starfarm@mhtc.net or Lois Federman at federman@charter.net.

Week 4 - May 25th

Hello MP Market Goers!

It’s Memorial Day Weekend!  Time to fire up the grills, have some friends over, celebrate the grads.  But first, start your weekend off at the Mineral Point Market where you can find everything you need for that fantastic cookout.  And if you are not hosting, well we also have some great hostess gifts or grad gifts!  From veggies to jewelry and from breads and rolls to pictures you can hang on the wall, we’ve got it all at the Mineral Point Market. 

Here is a partial list of items at this week’s market: eggs, asparagus, rhubarb, chicken, brats, burgers, jewelry, watercolor paintings, wildlife prints, garden plants, honey, maple syrup, jams (lots of varieties), cheese, goat milk soaps and lotions, baked goods (both good for you and bad for you), lettuce (many kinds), schlep bags, morels, and more!

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday morning at Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Kathy Bures
Co-Manager
Mineral Point Market

Following is the list of who will be vending at this week's Market. Be sure to click on the vendors tab to learn more about our new vendors!

Bures Berry Patch
Memorial Day is here, time to fire up the grill!  Did you know that asparagus is great on the grill.  Just throw it in a grill safe pan and pour some olive oil over it add a little pepper and garlic, grill until it turns slightly brown, your guests will not be disappointed.  We will be at market this week with asparagus and rhubarb!  In addition, we had a fantastic crop of pure maple syrup this spring, come out and try a spoonful it is delicious.  We will also have honey that is produced by the bees at the Patch who help to pollinate the strawberries, raspberries, and pumpkins, as well as whatever else strikes their fancy around the Patch.  Don't need the sweet stuff?  Well then we've got dilly beans; yep sour with a bit of bite.  Great for any picnic or event or just if you like the sour stuff! We hope that you will join us once again this year in eating fresh from the Patch.  Now in the patch we have asparagus and our farm fresh eggs available daily from 9am-7pm. Spring is here and we have begun to plant and harvest our way through the season at Bures Berry Patch.  So don’t forget to Like us on Facebook or signup for our newsletter to get the latest shovel on what’s happening in the Patch!  Hope to see you in the Patch or at market soon!
Carey's Greenhouse

I will be attending the farmer's market this Saturday. I should have my full compliment of plants.  Del Carey

Chestnut Hill Studio

Weather permitting I will be there with new art, prints, cards, jewelry and tiles.

DDP Beads
Looking forward to another great season at the Mineral Point Market and I will be attending on most Saturdays!  Many new, original design pieces will make their debut throughout the summer!  The Saturday morning sunshine is my business partner as it generates radiant facets which captures the attention of many a passerby.  Chatting with new customers and familiar acquaintances is always a pleasure as they gaze at the unique handcrafted  sparkling creations.  Custom pieces and minor repair services are also available.  Although I participate in a number of craft fairs throughout the year, the Market continues as a favorite as it's a local gathering place with many return customers.  See you over the summer!
Evelyn's Gardens

Looking forward to the Mineral Point Market this Saturday!  We will be bringing perennial plants and yard art.  Check us out on http://evelynsgardensandgiftshop.com/
Fabric Fun and Then Some
I started "Fabric Fun and Then Some" during this long hot summer.  As a retired teacher and farm wife, I had time to recreate many hobby items - fabric boxes, denim and fabric aprons, quilted table runners, and painted clay pots.  Stop by for a visit! Nancy Harker
Farmer's Daughter's Kitchen
We are back this week with more pies, cookies, dessert bars, tarts, a few gluten free goodies and plenty of Memorial Day treats!  Please call us with orders or questions! Call Becky at 608-293-4660.
Gough's Gorgeous Farm Goods

We will have plenty of our farm fresh eggs, dehydrated pie pumpkin, and dehydrated tomatoes to start this season.

James' Pine Valley Farm
I will be at the market this weekend this week selling chicken, several varieties of cheeses and a few dozen eggs.  See you Saturday.
Lacey's Lathers Goat Milk Soaps and Lotions

I will be back at market this Saturday! I would like to remind all the outdoors lovers out there that I have products that will keep your skin smooth, clean and the bugs away! I have Coffee soap with real coffee grounds to get the dirt out, and Lemon Eucalyptus and Tea Tree soaps to help repel the bugs. If you are a solid lotion fan you can use Tea Tree lotion bars to repel the bugs as well. And I have some more Rose soap available at the bargain price of buy 2 get 1 free while supplies last- when the Rose is gone it will be gone for good! See you Saturday!  Clare Heberlein

Magic Light Photography

Weather permitting I will be at market this week.  Once again I will have a large selection of my handmade greeting cards featuring one of my original photographs.  All of my cards are blank inside so they can be used for any occasion.  I will also have a selection of bookmarks that make great little gifts.  Don't forget, Father's Day is just around the corner!  Along with the cards and bookmarks, I will have a large selection of my limited edition photographic prints.  My prints are all matted, signed and numbered by me and ready to slip into the frame of your choice.  If there is something particular you are looking for, please ask as I may have something that fits your needs that isn't on display at the market. You can also view my work at www.magiclightphotography.com. I look forward to seeing you all this Saturday under the water tower!   Don't forget, when I'm not at the market, my cards, bookmarks and a small selection of framed prints are available at The Mineral Point Collection located at 151 High Street.  See you Saturday! Thanks, Mike
Marr's Valley View Farms

The first major holiday of the grilling season is upon us. It's Memorial Day weekend which means graduations, parties and back yard cookouts. We have all of your meat needs covered with burgers, brats, brats, and oh by the way, did we say brats!?!  Now's the time to give our newest a try, Pork Mushroom Swiss brat.  It is so delicious that we eat it undressed - meaning no bun, no garnish, no nothin.....come on and give it a try.  

As always, Marr's Valley View Farms will have our full line of tender, flavorful, Black Angus Beef products and pork products at Market Saturday. Traditional grilling fare - Pork Chops - Ground Beef Patties - Wieners and the ultimate - Black Angus Beef Steaks to fit all budgets. Can't live without our meats but getting to market weekly is a challenge? Join our "Farm Connection Meat CSA" - ask us for details at market. If you need a large quantity or just want to pre-order for pick-up at Market, e-mail your order to federman@charter.net or call, 608-987-2097, by 5:00 p.m. on Friday night. We encourage you to come to Market early for the best selection. Thanks for your continued support and we look forward to servicing your needs throughout 2013. Mike, Lois and Doral.

Matchbook Magnets

Spring…it’s finally here.  I’m looking forward to getting back to the market, reconnecting with old acquaintances and making new ones.  I plan to be at the market in May, but strictly as a shopper!  I’ll be back as a vendor in June with the usual favorites and many new additions.  Email:   matchbookmagnets@yahoo.com   Cindy
Mission Abolition

Mission Abolition will be at market this week.  Mission Abolition creates schlep bags made from donated fabrics, which brings unique color and pattern designs to each bag.  All proceeds from the sales of these bags are donated to the Not For Sale organization, which works to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery.  Mission Abolition believes in raising awareness of the needs of people involved in human trafficking and modern-day slavery with a personal touch sewn into each bag.

Papa Bob's

We will be at market this week with new breads, some gluten free. We will have muffins and coffee and some frozen soup.  Cheese cakes if I get them done and Biscotti too.  See you Saturday!  Papa Bob

Shooting Star Farm
We need a bit of rain here. We were supposed to get rain nearly every day this week, so held off on irrigating. Most storm clouds produced nothing, so it’s time to get the hoses out! Here’s our list for Saturday: heads of red leaf, red butter, and baby romaine lettuces, salad turnips, spinach, salad mix, baby arugula (lots), rhubarb, bok choy, and possibly radishes (we’re a bit between patches).  See you Saturday! Rink, Jenny and Charlie

Starlily Degisn

I am STARLILY  Design. I create Cuddly baby Quilties. Sewn from Flannel and backed with Fleece, I call them Quilties because they are smaller for babies and toddlers. They're colorful, soft and comforting. They are also wonderful lap blankets for older people because they're not heavy or unwieldy, they are bright, warm and cozy. Machine wash and dry, easy care. I also make Pot Holders, from bright cheerful cotton fabrics. The larger size is for bigger pans and the smaller ones work well for casserole dishes or for Coasters under your coffee cup. They are lined with a thermal batting for heat resistance. All are machine wash and dry. I've been sewing since childhood, I love color and texture, creating something useful and fun is important to me. I hope to see you at the Market in June!  Alice Raymer
The Summer Kitchen
The Summer Kitchen will be at the market Saturday.  My employee Mel Margis  will be selling jams and jellies. The Summer Kitchen has been selling jams over 40 years and doing it the old fashion way in small batches 10-12 jars at a time using fruit from the farm. I will have over 12 varieties.

Other vendors included in the market:
Head 2 Toe

If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Jenny Bonde at starfarm@mhtc.net or Lois Federman at federman@charter.net.

Week 3 - May 18th

Hello MP Market Goers!

What a wonderful week it has been, warmth and sunshine.  We got a little cold one night but we are moving on from that.  And so is market!  They are predicting sun and warmth for Saturday, whew! It has been so nice to go out and enjoy the garden, though every time we go out my little guy wants to pick the tulips, soon there will be none left outside.  Instead, I just tell him “it’s time to pick asparagus again”.  He is getting quite helpful, carrying buckets around or nipping a few here and there. 

My kids learn so much on the farm, it’s pretty cool.  But they can learn a lot at market also.  How much things cost, how to eat healthy, they can enjoy beautiful art, and be inspired to make some art themselves.  They can also play!  They love running around under the giant oak trees and playing on the playground.  And they always make new friends!  So bring the entire family out to market this Saturday where there is plenty of good food, beautiful things, great company, and PLAY!

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday morning at Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Kathy Bures
Co-Manager
Mineral Point Market

Following is the list of who will be vending at this week's Market. Be sure to click on the vendors tab to learn more about our new vendors!

Bures Berry Patch
What wild temperature swings we have had out here at the Patch.  It has put us on a crazy picking schedule for asparagus.  First pic everything because it is going to freeze then pick every 12 hours because it is growing so fast from the heat!  Crazy!  We will be at market this week with asparagus!  In addition, we had a fantastic crop of pure maple syrup this spring, come out and try a spoonful it is delicious.  We will also have honey that is produced by the bees at the Patch who help to pollinate the strawberries, raspberries, and pumpkins, as well as whatever else strikes their fancy around the Patch.  Don't need the sweet stuff?  Well then we've got dilly beans; yep sour with a bit of bite.  Great for any picnic or event or just if you like the sour stuff! We hope that you will join us once again this year in eating fresh from the Patch.  Now in the patch we have asparagus and our farm fresh eggs available daily from 9am-7pm. Spring is here and we have begun to plant and harvest our way through the season at Bures Berry Patch.  So don’t forget to Like us on Facebook or signup for our newsletter to get the latest shovel on what’s happening in the Patch!  Hope to see you in the Patch or at market soon!
Carey's Greenhouse

I will be attending the farmer's market this Saturday. I should have my full compliment of plants.  Del Carey

Chestnut Hill Studio

Weather permitting I will be there with new art, prints, cards, jewelry and tiles.

DDP Beads
Looking forward to another great season at the Mineral Point Market and I will be attending on most Saturdays!  Many new, original design pieces will make their debut throughout the summer!  The Saturday morning sunshine is my business partner as it generates radiant facets which captures the attention of many a passerby.  Chatting with new customers and familiar acquaintances is always a pleasure as they gaze at the unique handcrafted  sparkling creations.  Custom pieces and minor repair services are also available.  Although I participate in a number of craft fairs throughout the year, the Market continues as a favorite as it's a local gathering place with many return customers.  See you over the summer!
Evelyn's Gardens

Looking forward to the Mineral Point Market this Saturday!  We will be bringing perennial plants and yard are.  Check us out on http://evelynsgardensandgiftshop.com/
Fabric Fun and Then Some
I started "Fabric Fun and Then Some" during this long hot summer.  As a retired teacher and farm wife, I had time to recreate many hobby items - fabric boxes, denim and fabric aprons, quilted table runners, and painted clay pots.  Stop by for a visit! Nancy Harker
Farmer's Daughter's Kitchen
Be back next week with more pies, cookies, dessert bars, tarts, and a few decorated cakes.  Also, free cookies for the kids!  Please call us with orders or questions! Call Becky at 608-293-4660.
Gough's Gorgeous Farm Goods

We will have plenty of our farm fresh eggs, dehydrated pie pumpkin, and dehydrated tomatoes to start this season.

James' Pine Valley Farm
I will not be at the market this weekend. We will be celebrating our 40th Wedding Anniversary with family.  I will be back next week selling chicken, several varieties of cheeses and a few dozen eggs.  See you next Saturday.
Lacey's Lathers Goat Milk Soaps and Lotions

We had a great time seeing everyone last Saturday and look forward to seeing everyone again this week and throughout the summer! We will be bringing our newest Lemongrass Esseintial oil again this week! We are discontinuing our rose fragrance, all rose soaps and lotions buy two get one free while supplies last!!! You can email your orders to laceyslathers@yahoo.com or stop by the market on Saturday to enjoy this offer! See you Saturday!! Clare Heberlein

Magic Light Photography

Weather permitting I will be at market this week.  Once again I will have a large selection of my handmade greeting cards featuring one of my original photographs.  All of my cards are blank inside so they can be used for any occasion.  I will also have a selection of bookmarks that make great little gifts.  Don't forget, Father's Day is just around the corner!  Along with the cards and bookmarks, I will have a large selection of my limited edition photographic prints.  My prints are all matted, signed and numbered by me and ready to slip into the frame of your choice.  If there is something particular you are looking for, please ask as I may have something that fits your needs that isn't on display at the market. You can also view my work at www.magiclightphotography.com. I look forward to seeing you all this Saturday under the water tower!   Don't forget, when I'm not at the market, my cards, bookmarks and a small selection of framed prints are available at The Mineral Point Collection located at 151 High Street.  See you Saturday! Thanks, Mike
Marr's Valley View Farms

Okay - so we didn't so much care for the weather last Saturday - WHERE did that wind come from?  
Progress was made again this week in the fields and we hold out hopes that corn will soon be in. Lois will be doing an event Saturday morning promoting our Farm Connection Meat CSA. Mike/Doral plan on being at Market unless last minute plans for field work keep them away. Sorry to be vague but that's the reality of farming this time of year. If we don't make Market you can always place an order directly with us by calling 608-574-2899; e-mailing Lois at federman@charter.net; or order on www.greensq.net; or purchase at Driftless Market in Platteville or Wild Weasel Natural Market in Dodgeville.  It is never to early to place your order for that special graduation party or Memorial weekend cookouts. We are fully stocked in the bratwurst category and more so order your's now.  We are offering pick-up of our Farm Connection Meat CSA shares at market again this year - ask us for details and how to join. See you soon - Mike - Lois - Doral
Matchbook Magnets

Spring…it’s finally here.  I’m looking forward to getting back to the market, reconnecting with old acquaintances and making new ones.  I plan to be at the market in May, but strictly as a shopper!  I’ll be back as a vendor in June with the usual favorites and many new additions.  Email:   matchbookmagnets@yahoo.com   Cindy
Mission Abolition

Mission Abolition will not be at market this week.  Mission Abolition creates schlep bags made from donated fabrics, which brings unique color and pattern designs to each bag.  All proceeds from the sales of these bags are donated to the Not For Sale organization, which works to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery.  Mission Abolition believes in raising awareness of the needs of people involved in human trafficking and modern-day slavery with a personal touch sewn into each bag.

Papa Bob's

We will be at market this week with new breads, some gluten free. We will have muffins and coffee and some frozen soup.  Cheese cakes if I get them done and Biscotti too.  See you Saturday!  Papa Bob

Shooting Star Farm

What a week for weather extremes! The important thing is it looks like Saturday will be beautiful. So grab a cup of coffee, a treat, and enjoy the morning. Charlie's new favorite Market morning snack is a chunk of Bob's bread dipped in Summer Kitchen blackberry jam. Yum! We'll have a good supply of spring items this week: salad mix with the spicy greens mixed in will finally be available, along with baby arugula, heads of red leaf lettuce, heads of baby romaine lettuce, rhubarb, bok choy, red radishes, spinach, sorrel, and possibly some mache (a delicately flavored green also known as corn salad). We may have a few bunches of spring salad turnips, too. See you Saturday! Rink, Jenny, and Charlie

Starlily Degisn

I am STARLILY  Design. I create Cuddly baby Quilties. Sewn from Flannel and backed with Fleece, I call them Quilties because they are smaller for babies and toddlers. They're colorful, soft and comforting. They are also wonderful lap blankets for older people because they're not heavy or unwieldy, they are bright, warm and cozy. Machine wash and dry, easy care. I also make Pot Holders, from bright cheerful cotton fabrics. The larger size is for bigger pans and the smaller ones work well for casserole dishes or for Coasters under your coffee cup. They are lined with a thermal batting for heat resistance. All are machine wash and dry. I've been sewing since childhood, I love color and texture, creating something useful and fun is important to me. I hope to see you at the Market in June!  Alice Raymer
The Summer Kitchen
The Summer Kitchen will be at the market Saturday.  My employee Mel Margis  will be selling jams and jellies. The Summer Kitchen has been selling jams over 40 years and doing it the old fashion way in small batches 10-12 jars at a time using fruit from the farm. I will have over 12 varieties.

Other vendors included in the market:
Head 2 Toe

If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Jenny Bonde at starfarm@mhtc.net or Lois Federman at federman@charter.net.

Week 2 - May 11th

Hello MP Market Goers!


Wow, what a beautiful week we have had, hard to remember with the rain we are having now but that sun and warmth really got the crops growing!  For this reason there will be lots of new items this week at market, yummy!  
Speaking of new items, did everyone check out the new vendors at market last week?  One of Mineral Point Market's newest vendors is Summer Kitchen.  Summer Kitchen is a veteran to the Dane County Farmers Market.  They make all their own jams and jellies using produce from their farm!  
In addition to new vendors, some old vendors will be here this week for the first time of the season.  New items this week include: asparagus, wild leeks, bok choy, schlep bags, crumb cakes, and much, much more.  
So before heading out to do more yard work, head on over to the market where you will be able to enjoy some coffee and a breakfast treat, get some great food for the week, and maybe even pick up that special gift for Mom.

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday morning at Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Kathy Bures
Co-Manager
Mineral Point Market

Following is the list of who will be vending at this week's Market. Be sure to click on the vendors tab to learn more about our new vendors!

Bures Berry Patch
Things are springing forward at the Patch!  Wow, I have never seen our asparagus go from picking a pound here and there to picking enough for market all in one day.  Pretty cool though!  We will be at market this week with asparagus!  In addition, we had a fantastic crop of pure maple syrup this spring, come out and try a spoonful it is delicious.  We will also have honey that is produced by the bees at the Patch who help to pollinate the strawberries, raspberries, and pumpkins, as well as whatever else strikes their fancy around the Patch.  Don't need the sweet stuff?  Well then we've got dilly beans; yep sour with a bit of bite.  Great for any picnic or event or just if you like the sour stuff! We hope that you will join us once again this year in eating fresh from the Patch.  Now in the patch we have asparagus and our farm fresh eggs available daily from 9am-7pm. Spring is here and we have begun to plant and harvest our way through the season at Bures Berry Patch.  So don’t forget to Like us on Facebook or signup for our newsletter to get the latest shovel on what’s happening in the Patch!  Hope to see you in the Patch or at market soon!
Carey's Greenhouse

I will be attending the farmer's market this Saturday. Unfortunately the cold spring means I don't have much for sale this week. I've got a handful of early bloomers and some tiger lily's. I'll have much more in one week.  My groundcovers and vines are just sprouting this week and my hostas have just broken the surface. My bushes and lilacs are budding out, so I should have my full compliment of plants by May 15.  Del Carey

Chestnut Hill Studio

Weather permitting I will be there with new art, prints, cards, jewelry and tiles.

DDP Beads
Looking forward to another great season at the Mineral Point Market and I will be attending on most Saturdays!  Many new, original design pieces will make their debut throughout the summer!  The Saturday morning sunshine is my business partner as it generates radiant facets which captures the attention of many a passerby.  Chatting with new customers and familiar acquaintances is always a pleasure as they gaze at the unique handcrafted  sparkling creations.  Custom pieces and minor repair services are also available.  Although I participate in a number of craft fairs throughout the year, the Market continues as a favorite as it's a local gathering place with many return customers.  See you over the summer!
Evelyn's Gardens

Looking forward to the Mineral Point Market this Saturday!  We will be bringing perennial plants and yard are.  Check us out on http://evelynsgardensandgiftshop.com/
Fabric Fun and Then Some
I hope to start the season off this week.  I started "Fabric Fun and Then Some" during this long hot summer.  As a retired teacher and farm wife, I had time to recreate many hobby items - fabric boxes, denim and fabric aprons, quilted table runners, and painted clay pots.  Stop by for a visit! Nancy Harker
Farmer's Daughter's Kitchen
We will have: pies, cookies, dessert bars, tarts, and a few decorated cakes. So those looking for a mom's day treat, come on out!  Also, free cookies for the kids!  Please call us with orders or questions! Get ready for Mother's Day with pie bars, dessert bars and more!   Call Becky at 608-293-4660.
Gough's Gorgeous Farm Goods

We will have plenty of our farm fresh eggs, dehydrated pie pumpkin, and dehydrated tomatoes to start this season.

James' Pine Valley Farm
Ready or not market time is here!  I will be selling chicken, several varieties of cheeses and a few dozen eggs.  See you on Saturday.
Lacey's Lathers Goat Milk Soaps and Lotions

We had a great time seeing everyone last Saturday and look forward to seeing everyone again this week and throughout the summer! We will be bringing our newest Lemongrass Esseintial oil again this week! And just in time for Mothers Day!!! We are discontinuing our rose fragrance, all rose soaps and lotions buy two get one free while supplies last!!! You can email your orders to laceyslathers@yahoo.com or stop by the market on Saturday to enjoy this offer! See you Saturday!! Clare Heberlein

Magic Light Photography

Weather permitting I will be at market this week.  Once again I will have a large selection of my handmade greeting cards featuring one of my original photographs.  All of my cards are blank inside so they can be used for any occasion.  I will also have a selection of bookmarks that make great little gifts.  Don't forget, Mother's Day is just around the corner!  Along with the cards and bookmarks, I will have a large selection of my limited edition photographic prints.  My prints are all matted, signed and numbered by me and ready to slip into the frame of your choice.  If there is something particular you are looking for, please ask as I may have something that fits your needs that isn't on display at the market. You can also view my work at www.magiclightphotography.com. I look forward to seeing you all this Saturday under the water tower!   See you Saturday! Thanks, Mike.
Marr's Valley View Farms

It was great seeing smiling faces at Market last week.  Progress was made this week in the fields and we hold out hopes that it will continue until all crops are in and ready to grow.  This week Marr's Valley View Farms will have the complete offering of our products - everything from lean Ground Beef to Tenderloin Steaks to Pork Chops to all your favorite Beef Roasts. And of course Bacon - everyone's favorite - will be available in Classic, Pepper and Uncured. If you need a large quantity or just want to pre-order for pick-up at market, e-mail your order to federman@charter.net by 5:00 pm on Friday night. It is never to early to place your order for that special graduation party or Memorial weekend cookouts. We are offering pick-up of our Farm Connection Meat CSA at market again this year - ask us on Saturday for details and how to join. See you soon - Mike - Lois - Doral

Matchbook Magnets
Spring…it’s finally here.  I’m looking forward to getting back to the market, reconnecting with old acquaintances and making new ones.  I plan to be at the market in May, but strictly as a shopper!  I’ll be back as a vendor in June with the usual favorites and many new additions.  Email:   matchbookmagnets@yahoo.com   Cindy
Mission Abolition

Mission Abolition will be at market this week.  Mission Abolition creates schlep bags made from donated fabrics, which brings unique color and pattern designs to each bag.  All proceeds from the sales of these bags are donated to the Not For Sale organization, which works to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery.  Mission Abolition believes in raising awareness of the needs of people involved in human trafficking and modern-day slavery with a personal touch sewn into each bag.

Papa Bob's

We will be at market this week with new breads, some gluten free. We will have muffins and coffee and some frozen soup.  Cheese cakes if I get them done and Biscotti too.  See you Saturday!  Papa Bob

Shooting Star Farm

What a beautiful week we’ve had. Looks like spring is finally here! Still no veggies from out in the field, but we do have some new items this week from our unheated growing houses. We’ll have some beautiful heads of bok choy and baby romaine lettuce. Rink will bring wild ramps from a friend  (we have too few on our property). Ramps are wild leeks. They have a wonderful strong garlic/onion flavor that’s delicious in all kinds of dishes. Use the greens as well as the roots. We’ll also have red radishes, baby lettuce mix, and spinach. Not sure if the rhubarb will be big enough, but we’re trying to talk it into growing more quickly…. See you Saturday! Rink, Jenny, and Charlie

Starlily Degisn

I am STARLILY  Design. I create Cuddly baby Quilties. Sewn from Flannel and backed with Fleece, I call them Quilties because they are smaller for babies and toddlers. They're colorful, soft and comforting. They are also wonderful lap blankets for older people because they're not heavy or unwieldy, they are bright, warm and cozy. Machine wash and dry, easy care. I also make Pot Holders, from bright cheerful cotton fabrics. The larger size is for bigger pans and the smaller ones work well for casserole dishes or for Coasters under your coffee cup. They are lined with a thermal batting for heat resistance. All are machine wash and dry. I've been sewing since childhood, I love color and texture, creating something useful and fun is important to me. I hope to see you at the Market in June!  Alice Raymer
The Summer Kitchen
The Summer Kitchen will be at the market Saturday.  My employee Mel Margis  will be selling jams and jellies. The Summer Kitchen has been selling jams over 40 years and doing it the old fashion way in small batches 10-12 jars at a time using fruit from the farm. I will have over 12 varieties.

Other vendors included in the market:
Head 2 Toe

If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Jenny Bonde at starfarm@mhtc.net or Lois Federman at federman@charter.net.

Week 1 - May 4th

Hello MP Market Goers!

It’s here, it’s here, it’s really here!  Well, we thought this day might never come; but spring has finally come to Wisconsin.  Though after I write this the weather will more than likely change right?  But that is okay, because May is here and that means the Mineral Point Market is here to stay!  Rain or shine, cold or hot, breezy or calm; the Mineral Point Market will be open Saturday mornings 8:30-11:00 am in Watertower Park.  So come on out and join us on opening day of the 2013 Mineral Point Market this Saturday, May 4^th.

Let’s all be locavores.  Plus, don’t forget you can get more than just fresh and delicious eats at the market.  The market also has beautiful art products, garden plants and décor, as well as jewelry, and much, much more.

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday morning at Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Kathy Bures
Co-Manager
Mineral Point Market

Following is the list of who will be vending at this week's Market. Be sure to click on the vendors tab to learn more about our new vendors!

Bures Berry Patch
The season is finally here though our crops are a bit behind.  Our asparagus has refused to get growing so we will not be at market this week.  We hope to see you next week with lots of deliciousness from the Patch.  Including: asparagus, rhubarb, honey, maple syrup (which happened to be a wonderful harvest), and dilly beans! We hope that you will join us once again this year in eating fresh from the Patch.  Now in the patch we have our farm fresh eggs available daily from 9am-7pm. Spring is here and soon we will begin to plant and harvest our way through the summer season at Bures Berry Patch.  So don’t forget to Like us on Facebook or signup for our newsletter for the latest shovel on what’s happening in the Patch!  Hope to see you in the Patch or at market soon!
Carey's Greenhouse

I will be attending the farmer's market this Saturday. Unfortunately the cold spring means I don't have much for sale this week. I've got a handful of early bloomers and some tiger lily's. I'll have much more in two weeks.  My groundcovers and vines are just sprouting this week and my hostas have just broken the surface. My bushes and lilacs are budding out, so I should have my full compliment of plants by May 15.  Del Carey

Chestnut Hill Studio

Weather permitting I will be there with new art, prints, cards, jewelry and tiles.

Evelyn's Gardens

Looking forward to the Mineral Point Market this Saturday!  We will be bringing perennial plants and yard are.  Check us out on http://evelynsgardensandgiftshop.com/
Fabric Fun and Then Some
I will not be here this week, hope to start the season off next week.  I started "Fabric Fun and Then Some" during this long hot summer.  As a retired teacher and farm wife, I had time to recreate many hobby items - fabric boxes, denim and fabric aprons, quilted table runners, and painted clay pots.  Stop by next week for a visit! Nancy Harker
Gough's Gorgeous Farm Goods

We will have plenty of our farm fresh eggs, dehydrated pie pumpkin, and dehydrated tomatoes to start this season.

James' Pine Valley Farm
Ready or not market time is here!  I will be selling chicken, several varieties of cheeses and a few dozen eggs.  See you on Saturday.  Hopefully not wearing long underwear.
Lacey's Lathers Goat Milk Soaps and Lotions

Its been a busy winter and spring for me on the farm with my husband! We have had many baby goats and been working on all kinds of projects for the soap business! We will be presenting new fragrances this year and saying goodbye to some old favorites... And we will be presenting a new product!!! So stay tuned and stop by the market often this summer! This week we will be bringing our newest essential oil in the soap, Lemongrass! Stop by and smell and don't forget to try the lotion bars!  See you Saturday!!!  Clare Heberlein  laceyslathers@yahoo.com

Magic Light Photography

I can't believe Market season is here already!  I'm looking forward to getting back into the swing of things and seeing a lot of familiar faces at the market once again this year.  Once again I will have a large selection of my handmade greeting cards featuring one of my original photographs.  All of my cards are blank inside so they can be used for any occasion.  I will also have a selection of bookmarks that make great little gifts.  Don't forget, Mother's Day is just around the corner!  Along with the cards and bookmarks, I will have a large selection of my limited edition photographic prints.  My prints are all matted, signed and numbered by me and ready to slip into the frame of your choice.  If there is something particular you are looking for, please ask as I may have something that fits your needs that isn't on display at the market. You can also view my work at www.magiclightphotography.com. I look forward to seeing you all this Saturday under the water tower!   See you Saturday! Thanks, Mike.
Marr's Valley View Farms

Welcome back to the Mineral Point Market!  Things on the farm are a bit behind by recent standards although we remember days that planting corn in May was the norm and we just hoped to have it out of the fields before deer hunting season and Thanksgiving.  Hopefully Saturday will be a beautiful day to welcome in the 2013 Market season.  We will be introducing our newest bratwurst - Mushroom and Swiss pork brat.  It has quickly become a favorite of ours - eating it all by itself - no bun - no mustard - no anything - it's that tasty!  This week Marr's Valley View Farms will have the complete offering of our products - everything from lean Ground Beef to Tenderloin Steaks to Pork Chops to all your favorite Beef Roasts.  And of course Bacon - everyone's favorite - will be available in Classic, Pepper and Uncured.  If you need a large quantity or just want to pre-order for pick-up at market, e-mail your order to federman@charter.net by 5:00 pm on Friday night. It is never to early to place your order for that special graduation party or Memorial weekend cookouts. We are offering pick-up of our Farm Connection Meat CSA at market again this year - ask us on Saturday for details and how to join. See you soon - Mike - Lois - Doral

Mission Abolition

Mission Abolition will not be at market this week.  Mission Abolition creates schlep bags made from donated fabrics, which brings unique color and pattern designs to each bag.  All proceeds from the sales of these bags are donated to the Not For Sale organization, which works to end human trafficking and modern-day slavery.  Mission Abolition believes in raising awareness of the needs of people involved in human trafficking and modern-day slavery with a personal touch sewn into each bag.

Papa Bob's

We will be at market this week with new breads, some gluten free. We will have muffins and coffee and some frozen soup.  Cheese cakes if I get them done and Biscotti too.  See you Saturday!  Papa Bob

Shooting Star Farm

Spring is finally here! We can’t wait to start another Market season in Mineral Point. Planting things on time has been quite a challenge this spring, and the ground temps are still much colder than normal. Good thing we have an unheated greenhouse get a jump on the growing season. For Saturday we’ll have a nice mix of baby lettuces – double rinsed and spun. The spicy greens that usually go into our salad mix won’t be ready for a few weeks, but the lettuce is yummy! We’ll also have spinach, bunched red radishes and sorrel (a refreshingly tart herb). See you Saturday! Rink, Jenny, and Charlie.
Starlily Degisn

I am STARLILY  Design. I create Cuddly baby Quilties. Sewn from Flannel and backed with Fleece, I call them Quilties because they are smaller for babies and toddlers. They're colorful, soft and comforting. They are also wonderful lap blankets for older people because they're not heavy or unwieldy, they are bright, warm and cozy. Machine wash and dry, easy care. I also make Pot Holders, from bright cheerful cotton fabrics. The larger size is for bigger pans and the smaller ones work well for casserole dishes or for Coasters under your coffee cup. They are lined with a thermal batting for heat resistance. All are machine wash and dry. I've been sewing since childhood, I love color and texture, creating something useful and fun is important to me. I hope to see you at the Market next month!  Alice Raymer
The Summer Kitchen
The Summer Kitchen will be at the market Saturday.  My employee Mel Margis  will be selling jams and jellies. The Summer Kitchen has been selling jams over 40 years and doing it the old fashion way in small batches 10-12 jars at a time using fruit from the farm. I will have over 12 varieties.

Other vendors included in the market:

DDP Beads
Farmers' Daughter's Kitchen
Head 2 Toe
Matchbook Magnets

If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Jenny Bonde at starfarm@mhtc.net or Lois Federman at federman@charter.net.