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This Friday's market is loaded with local goodness for your holiday table and beyond!
Find the freshest locally-grow vegetables, flavorful mushrooms, a wide variety of apples and cider, honey, goat cheeses, yogurt and milk, fresh breads, lots of baked goods, pastas (including gluten-free), prepared foods, condiments, dried flower centerpieces, and many gift options for the host. You can also pick up some beer, wine & hard cider to share while toasting to your wonderful farmers and food producers!
Note that Lindenhof Farm will not be at market Friday, but keep reading for how to get fresh turkey plus all of their usual meats and fresh eggs in Kennett on Monday.
Find this week's lineup below, and see you Friday for our Thanksgiving Market from 3–5:30pm just outside The Creamery!
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Winter Season Market Hours
- We are closed next Friday 11/24 for the holiday.
- We continue to be open weekly in December from 3–5:30pm except for 12/29.
- Starting January 12, market will be open bi-weekly until spring kicks back into gear.
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Lindenhof Farm |
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SHOP WITH THEM MONDAY 3-5!
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Lindenhof Farm will not be at the market this Friday as they will be busy wrangling turkeys! Find Axel & family at the usual market location on Monday from 3–5pm with fresh turkey (preorder recommended!) and more.
Preorder for Monday: “We can't wait to see you Monday with all of your preordered FRESH whole turkeys, leg quarters & whole breasts. Day-of sales will be available, but preorders are highly recommended if you need something specific! We will also have our usual variety of chicken, beef, pork, lamb, pot pies and fresh eggs available by preorder + for day-of sales.”
Payment options: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Find all options for the "Kennett Square Market" here.
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Lineup at-a-glance for November 17 |
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Amazing Acres Goat Dairy |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Amazing Acres brings a fine selection of goat cheeses made from the milk of their happy herd in northern Chester County.
Thanksgiving features: “This Thanksgiving, take your side dishes to the next level with goat’s milk cheeses and very little extra effort. Use Amazing Acres Fromagina in place of cream cheese in your favorite dip recipe, or mix it into mashed potatoes along with the usual butter and cream.
Crumble our Rosemary Lemon Chèvre on beet salad. Serve a simple dessert of honey-drizzled chèvre with mixed berries. And don’t forget to stock up on Cranberry Chèvre for leftover turkey sandwiches!”
Payment options: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as pickup location
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Brandywine Bee Co. |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Michael Langer has pure, raw wildflower honey sourced directly from his own local Chester County hives.
He also brings handcrafted beeswax-based products like hand salves, soaps, wood preservative, and a beautiful variety of pure beeswax candles as well as some scented candles in returned honey jars!
Thanksgiving feature: “Local honey makes a sweet gift for the Thanksgiving host! Plan ahead, and pick up some glass honey bears for holiday giving.”
Payment: Cash, Card
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Brandywine Blooms |
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WEEKLY
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Diana Tucker & Dan Nussbaumer of Brandywine Blooms are finishing out the year with their lovely dried centerpiece arrangements for the Thanksgiving table and wreaths for holiday decorating.
“Brandywine Blooms is a family farm located in beautiful Kennett Square, PA. We offer unique and seasonally curated floral arrangements, as well as event design. We pay special attention to sustainable farming practices, avoiding the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Our goal is to provide florist quality flowers to our customers at farmers market prices.”
Payment options: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Brewer's Hideaway Farm |
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WEEKLY
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Brewer’s Hideaway is bringing a beautiful variety of naturally-grown produce from their farm just down the road in Rising Sun, MD. Find Rachel & friends at the Veggie Bus each week! 🍃🚌
“At Brewer’s Hideaway, we care for the land we have been entrusted with in a way that is respectful to the soil and all who are part of the farm. The qualities of sustainability, recycling, and simplicity help to guide our decisions. Our farm is a place to gather together to celebrate the richness that the Earth gives us.”
This week's expected harvest: “We will have parsnips, yellow + orange carrots, colorful beets, black Spanish radishes, salad turnips, kale, mustard mix, arugula, boc choi, hot peppers, and garlic — plus fresh rosemary + sage!”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Earthrise Fungi |
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*FINAL WEEK*
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Earthrise Fungi was born in Landenberg, PA in 2017 with awe, respect, and curiosity for the amazing fungi kingdom and its vital role in sustaining life. Bethany & Michael Crescenzo's family were personally impacted by the health benefits of mushrooms and wanted to share with their community.
Their mushrooms are thoughtfully grown from mycelium to fruiting body in an outfitted grow pod and can be found through local restaurants, shops, and CSAs...and now at KSQ every Friday!
This week's expected harvest: “We plan to have freshly harvested lion's mane, oyster, chestnut mushrooms, and more as we grow! We also have DIY grow-your-own bags.” 🍄
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Fiddle Creek Dairy |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Fiddle Creek brings the best Greek & Swiss yoghurts around—all natural, no fillers, no sweeteners—made with 100% grass-fed milk from their micro-dairy in Quarryville. Plus exceptionally rich whole milk and Camembert cheese. And cuts of grass-fed beef, ground beef + all-natural beef sticks.
Also lacto-fermented vegetables (kraut, kimchi, ginger carrots, kvass) and pickled beets from friends at Gap View Homestead.
Payment options: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square" as your pickup location.
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Full Table Farm |
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*FINAL WEEK*
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Full Table is a small vegetable farm established in 2020 when Liam Miller, an experienced farmer, and his partner Tim put down roots in Kennett. Liam utilizes organic and low-till practices to grow around 25 different crops on 2 acres with a small but mighty seasonal crew just outside of town.
This week's expected harvest: “We will have arugula, baby lettuce mix, power greens salad mix, spinach (full size and baby), watercress, carrots, daikon radishes, watermelon radishes, cooking pumpkins, cilantro, scallions, broccolini, kale, and baby ginger! Best to email a preorder if you want anything specific for your Thanksgiving dinner!”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Order by emailing us by Thursday at 8pm.
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Rex Farms Orchard + Big Hill Ciderworks |
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MONTHLY (3rd Fridays)
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Troy returns only on 3rd Fridays through December. So stock up on your favorite apples and hard ciders direct from his family farm + orchard in Adams County, PA!
This week's fruit harvest: “I'll have a variety of fresh apples — Evercrisp, Crimson Crisp, Esopus Spitzenburg, Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp, Cameo, Pink Lady, Ashmead's Kernel, the Mystery Apple, Cox's Orange Pippin, Golden Russet, Grimes Golden, and Black Twig. Plus Asian pears and delicious fresh sweet cider!”
He always has a full lineup of their award-winning farm-to-bottle hard ciders which are grown, pressed, fermented, bottled & distributed right from the orchard! Check out varieties & flavor profiles here.
Payment: Cash, Card, or S/FMNP for produce only
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Swallow Hill |
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*FINAL WEEK* |
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Elizabeth & Douglas use organic and regenerative practices on their farm in Cochranville, PA, to bring incredibly fine produce home grown with love to KSQ.
This week's harvest update:
"To farm, live like a tree
That does not grow beyond
The power of its place.
It rises by the strength
Of local soil and light..."
Wendell Berry
Like the soil and light, our strong market community sustains Swallow Hill. We cannot grow without you. THANK YOU!
For our final 2023 market, we will have Brussels sprouts, romanesco, red cabbage, radicchio, romaine and red butter lettuce, spinach, celery, and butternut squash.
Payment: Cash, Check, S/FMNP (NO CARDS)
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Aaji's |
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MONTHLY (3rd Fridays)
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AAJI’S is a women-led family venture based in Philadelphia, centered on their Aajis’ (grandmothers’) authentic and timeless Coastal Indian recipes. Their first product, Tomato Lonsa(loan-sah), simmers fresh tomatoes with a distinct blend of spices to create a unique balance of sweet, savory, spicy, tart, and umami flavors.
AAJI’S Lonsa comes in four varieties – Classic, Garlic, Spicy and Spicy Garlic and can be used to deliciously uplift any meal. Scoop on eggs. Dip with bread. Toss with veggies. Top on chicken or fish. Spread on toasts. Or even cook with pastas, soups, chillis and more. There’s no wrong way to enjoy AAJI’S Lonsa — stop by for a taste!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Aunt Mamie's Italian Specialties |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Aunt Mamie’s is here every other week with their fresh pastas and other made-from-scratch Italian specialties like lasagna, chicken parmesan, stromboli, and more for ready to heat-and-eat meals.
Thanksgiving features: “Our Grown Up Mac & Cheese is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dinner. Creamy, rich and oh so delicious, it is certain to be a crowd pleaser. Looking for a twist on your traditional meal, why not serve our Stuffed Shells to add a pop of Italian flavor this year?”
Payment: Cash, Card, Check
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as your pickup location.
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Casa Carmen Wines |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Casa Carmen is a family-owned boutique winery producing small lot dry wines and Spanish style vermouths made from local grapes and sustainably farmed botanicals. Originally founded in Chestertown, MD, they are now based in West Grove, PA, where they are preparing to open a second tasting room at their farm and vineyard.
“Casa Carmen, more than a winery, is an afternoon under the sun. It is a voyage to the south of some distant place. It is an invitation and a proposal to view life not as it is, but as it should be!”
Stop by to taste, and find your favorites at market every 1st, 3rd & 5th Friday! 🍷
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Deer Creek Malthouse |
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MONTHLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Deer Creek offers 100% PA grain baking ingredients + baking mixes, a variety of grains(whole kernel, coarse or stone ground), malt ingredients, homebrew kits, and a variety of craft beer.
"Stop by for our usual variety of brews, Barley Tea, malty granola, buckwheat pancake mix, and malty pizza mix – all made with PA-grown grain."
Payment: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Preorder for a full range of their offerings. (Save 20% on your first online purchase!) Select "Local Pickup" + "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as your pickup location.
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Green Lion + Heart Stone + Pear Tree |
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*FINAL WEEK*
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Get freshly baked, local-grain breads + bagels from Green Lion, a variety of sweet + savory pastries from Heart Stone, plus freshly roasted coffee from Pear Tree every Friday.
Thanksgiving features: “Preorder Apple Crumble Pie, Brown Butter Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Butter Rolls (8/pack), and French Rolls (8/pack) for your holiday gatherings. This sadly is our final week at Kennett as we focus on our cafe and bakery opening in Phoenixville, so place a preorder to stock up, or stop by for your favorites!“
Your purchase directly supports Partners Creating Community, a Phoenixville-based nonprofit creating inclusive, therapeutic, and real employment opportunities for adults of all abilities through these three artisanal food businesses.
Payment: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as your pickup location.
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Settantatré Pasta Co. |
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*FINAL WEEK*
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Settantatré Pasta Co. is here bi-weekly with their gluten-free pastas!
Settantatré was born from Matt's experience as a chef, Genna's celiac diagnosis, their shared Italian heritage, and a love for fresh hand made pasta.
They also have VEGAN gluten-free options, and variety of sauces to pair with the pastas.
This week: “This is our final week at Kennett, so please stop by and stock up on your favorite GF pastas for the holidays and beyond!”
Payment: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Just email or message us on Facebook or Instagram to order by Thursday before market. We can only take preorders for our GLUTEN-FREE pastas + sauces (menu here) at KSQ.
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Taste of Puebla |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Taste of Puebla brings their fresh Mexican fare made in Kennett Square, with lots of options for weekend snacks + easy meals!
Selection typically includes: corn chips, guacamole & salsas, queso dip, tamales (to reheat), flautas (including vegan), burrito packs, chicken enchiladas, jalapeno poppers, pulled pork, mole poblano, Mexican rice, refried beans, black beans, al pastor, Nacho Kits, Taco Kits, plus soups (Pozole, Mexican Lentils, Chicken Tortilla, and Mexican Chili!)
Payment: Card, Cash or Check
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as your pickup location.
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Tat's Yummies |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Melina is an expert baker specializing in European patisseries that reflect her heritage and family traditions. Every week she has a wide variety of sweet + savory delicacies made with simple, natural ingredients.
Thanksgiving features: “We are taking preorders for Thanksgiving, so order your pumpkin pie, pecan pie, apple pie, pear pie and cherry pie with special fall Thanksgiving decoration!
Find our full Thanksgiving menu here. Preorders are accepted through the weekend for pickup on 11/20 from 3-5pm or local delivery.
Plus we have gift certificate available for the holidays! Thank you always for your support!”
Preorder instructions:
- Call Melina @ 302.480.0444 with what you'd like to order by Thurs @ NOON. (Custom cakes order a week ahead.)
- Provide name, contact info & note pickup @ KSQ Farmers Market.
Payment: PayPal or Cash
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Vesta Kitchen |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Vesta Kitchen is at KSQ bi-weekly with a changing variety of soups, salads, dips, and more to enjoy at home! Focused on providing simple, high quality food, sauces and other pantry items, John sources ingredients from local farms and vendors as much as possible.
Featured this week: “We will have gift packs of our sauces available at the market through the holidays. We also have a new sauce debuting this week, 'Baptized in Bourbon'. This hot sauce has been aged in a bourbon barrel for 2.5 years and would make a perfect gift for any hot sauce lover in your life!”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Website is giving me problems, please email any preorders!
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Botanical Bubbles |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Sherri brings a wide range of handcrafted home + body care products – something for everyone in the family!
Holiday features: “Pick up unique hosting gifts, or stock your bathroom for guests with seasonally scented soaps from Botanical Bubbles. Pumpkin Spice, Apple Cider Donut, Pear Spice, and Cranberry Pomegranate, and your regular favorites will be available.
We will also have Glow in the Dark Snowflake soaps, Christmas Trees, and Snowman soaps. Lotions, Lip Balms, Salves and a variety of herbal apothecary items such as Fire Cider and Elderberry Syrup will also be available.”
Payment: Venmo, Cash App, Cash or Check
Preorder Note: The site will check you out through PayPal. Be sure to. click on "Pickup $0.00". Look for an email confirmation.
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Kennett~B~Turned |
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MONTHLY
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Mert & Lauren LaBare are at market once a month with their useful + beautiful locally-crafted wood bowls, platters, pens, ice cream scoops, pizza cutters, bottle stoppers, and more.
“We are a husband and wife team who own and operate a local tree care company. We started Kennett~B~Turned as a way to showcase the amazing woods that we naturally come across in our business. Because of what we do, almost all of our wood is locally sourced. Our mediums include all types of wood and resin, and we find interesting ways to use these mediums. Stop by to see what we’ve been up to in the shop, and ask about custom projects!”
Payment options: Cash, Card
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Tree of Life Farm |
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MONTHLY
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Amber handcrafts lovely herbal soap + body care products from Tree of Life Farm, her family's home in Elkton, MD.
“Tree of Life farm values the goodness of mother nature by infusing herbs and plants into everyday products. Here you will find a variety of homemade soaps, body butters, beard care, facial creams, salves, lip balms, and more. All the products from Tree of Life Farm are either directly from our backyard or sourced locally; they are all natural, sustainable, handmade products, free from parabens and phthalates.”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Warwick Furnace Farm |
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FINAL WEEK
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Warwick Furnace Farm is a family-owned and operated Certified Naturally Grown lavender farm in rural Chester County, PA. They grown seventeen cultivars of French and English lavender which are harvested, distilled and formulated on site into small batch essential oils, lavender floral mists in a variety of scents, soothing lavender salves, balancing floral toner, calming botanical bath soak, and dried floral creations like eye pillows, lavender wands, bundles, and sachets.
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Weekly Food Drive |
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Helping Neighbors in Need
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We continue to accept non-perishables every week for Kennett Area Community Service, as the need continues to be great.
Look for a table with a KACS Food Drive sign near market entry, and we'll make sure your donation gets to them. All food items should be new/unopened + unexpired.
To donate $ or learn how to volunteer or start your own Food Drive, visit their website here. Thank you!
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Rain or Shine!
We're committed to being a rain or shine market! If there are any changes due to extreme conditions, we will provide updates via email and social media. Check Facebook & Instagram if you're uncertain on market day.
Shopping Hours
We open "our doors" at 3 PM, and we need every minute until then for all vendors to be fully ready. If you arrive before 3 PM, please wait by the entry signage, and listen for the bell to ring to welcome you in. We truly appreciate your cooperation!
Location & Parking
Find us in the parking area of The Creamery of Kennett Square @ 401 Birch St. The Creamery opens for drinks + dining at 4pm on Fridays.
FREE PARKING is available on the WEST side of 226 Birch St (across the street from Braeloch Brewing) or at the office adjacent to The Creamery @ 455 Birch St. We encourage you to use the lots versus the street to be respectful to residents on Birch.
ACCESSIBILITY: Two designated accessible parking spaces are located at the WEST end of The Creamery building. Please note that the lot is not an entirely smooth paved surface, though it is relatively flat. If you need any assistance to shop, please let us know how we can help!
Market Shopping Tips
- Preorders continue to be helpful for both producers & customers, so take advantage of that option as available to secure exactly what you need for the week.
- BRING CA$H as not all vendors accept cards or have a minimum for card use. (Cash is always appreciated, as the fees for card use add up for small businesses!)
- Swallow Hill Farm & Rex Farms Orchard accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program (WIC) + Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks through November.
- BYO reusable bags to help reduce plastic waste.
- BYO cooler or insulated bag to help keep things fresh and safe on warm days or if you're lingering at The Creamery.
- Feel free to use the red wagons at market entry to help carry your load as you shop — just return when done!
- Stop by the Market Info tent or ask one of the vendors to point out Ros, the Market Manager, if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions!
Market Manners for Dogs
- Well-behaved pups kept on a short, non-retractable leash are welcome at market!
- Please be sure your dog is comfortable walking calmly past people and other pups of all sizes without lunging, barking, or growling. If you are unsure, please be kind to your dog and others by not bringing them to market.
- If your dog becomes stressed or uncomfortable, please quickly step out of the market area.
- Mind your dog's manners while at vendor tables.
- We appreciate your consideration to keep all safe and happy!
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Follow us on Facebook + Instagram for more information throughout the week! We enjoy seeing what you're enjoying from market, so tag @ksqfarmersmarket on Instagram posts to share the love!
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Thank you to our welcoming host!
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Learn how you or your business can support the KSQ Farmers Market + other community programs of Kennett Collaborative!
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