UUFD Indoor Farmers Market – Plant and Seed Exchange

Celebrate Spring with the UUFD Winter Farmers’ and DeKalb County Community Gardens Plant and Seed Exchange at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of DeKalb, 158 North 4th Street in DeKalb from 9am to 3pm this Saturday March 21st, 2015. Admission is $1/person.

“There will be over 35 vendors. Many of the vendors are with the market for the first time,” said Dan Kenney the market organizer. Local food, local art and local musicians, building the local economy while having a great time.

There will also be fresh grass fed beef, pork, and poultry from Hassellman Farms. In addition Scott Hasselman will have farm fresh eggs, pork, sausage, locally sourced cheese, and more, all organically and humanely raised. There will also be locally raised honey available for purchase.

In addition to the farmers, the market will feature artists and craft-persons from the DeKalb County area. There will be a very large variety of craft and art work items. There will also be baked goods, homemade breads, and many other delicious items to choose from. Baked goods will be provided by Monika Merryman of Sycamore. Also great French pastries will be provided by the Sisters of Notre Dame.

“We have vendors offering a great variety of items for sale, from metal jewelry to crocheted items, hooked rugs, goat soap, hats, original paintings, photography, ceramics, weaving supplies, pottery, handmade rugs, handcrafted Native American bead work, and much, much more. I can’t begin to list all of the items available. It will be a great, fun market to attend.” Kenney said.

In addition to all of the vendors and activity there will also be live music all day on the stage. Again a variety of local musicians will be sharing their talent from piano to steel guitar, and more.

“For our spring market DeKalb County Community Gardens will be offering their annual seed and plant exchange.” Kenney added. “Bring your heirloom or organic seeds from last year’s harvest to share with others.” There will also be early starts of plants for transplanting in your garden. There will also be Seed Savers Exchange seeds for sale.

“Start your spring with a great community fair.” Kenney said.

Hot food will be available. There will also be a commons area set up for people to gather, have coffee, tea, soup, or hot chocolate and talk.

“We are often complimented on the fun community atmosphere and what an enjoyable market it is. We hope people stop by and join in the fun.” Kenney said. “It is a great way to experience a warm and fun community event while also supporting local artists and growers. It is important to shop local, when you buy directly from a local farmer or artist the money you spend multiplies throughout the community instead of leaving the county. It supports and helps build a strong local DeKalb County economy.”

Studies show that when you spend money with a locally owned and operated business, 60% of the money stays and is circulated in the community; and when you spend money at a chain store, only 40% or less stays in the area.

If you would like more information contact Dan Kenney 815-793-0950 or dkenney53@hotmail.com.