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Head to KSQ this Friday for the most beautiful selection of freshly harvested lettuces, sweet spring greens, and the very first strawberries of the season! You will also find asparagus, rhubarb, plentiful radishes, green garlic, fresh spring chicken, and so much more to enjoy this weekend and beyond!
Keep reading to learn about another new farm joining us, some returning favorites, and all of the fantastic farmers, food makers + more at market this week.
As we continue to grow and add producers through the spring season, this newsletter is the best source for details about who + what to expect since the lineup varies a bit week to week.
We look forward to seeing you this (and every) Friday 3–6 PM just outside The Creamery.
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FREE SEEDS! |
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Whether you're new to gardening or a master, the Kennett Library's free Seed Library is a great resource to help you grow some of your own food, herbs, and flowers. Stop by to talk seeds, learn more, and explore the large variety currently available 🌱 The Seed Library is popping up each Friday in May.
Kennett Library will also visit with seed related special guests the last Friday of each month (May–Sept). Save the date for next Friday's guest: Julia Steiner from the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art.
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Helping Neighbors in Need |
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Weekly Food Drive for KACS
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We continue to accept non-perishables every week for Kennett Area Community Service, as the need is 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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Full Table Farm |
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Join us in welcoming Full Table Farm to KSQ this week! 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. They have been regular shoppers at KSQ since then, and we’re excited for Liam to dig deeper into our community by becoming a regular producer at market!
Full Table will be at market this Friday + next, then you can expect them on 1st/3rd/5th Fridays starting in June.
Liam utilizes organic and low-till practices to grow around 25 different crops on 2 acres with a small but mighty seasonal crew. What Liam loves most about small-scale vegetable farming is that no two days are alike, and that there’s something new to learn every day. Liam also loves cooking and sharing ideas about how to enjoy the produce you’ll find at market!
This week's expected harvest: lacinato + red russian kale, bibb + Romaine lettuce heads, strawberries 🍓, french breakfast radishes, arugula, hakurei turnips and spinach
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Brandywine Bee Co. |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Michael Langer is back to a bi-weekly schedule this season bringing pure, raw wildflower honey sourced directly from his own local Chester County hives. Creamed honey
He also has handcrafted beeswax-based products like hand salves, soaps, wood preservative, and a beautiful variety of pure beeswax candles!
Payment: Cash, Card
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Warwick Furnace Farm |
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MONTHLY (3rd Fridays)
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Warwick Furnace Farm is a family-owned and operated Certified Naturally Grown lavender farm in rural Chester County, PA. You will find them at KSQ every 3rd Friday this season, but be sure to visit their website for opportunities to experience the farm!
“Our seventeen cultivars of French and English lavender 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. We strive to be environmentally thoughtful in our farming, production and packaging choices while integrating strong design and artful curation into everything we produce.”
Payment options: Cash, Card, Venmo
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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.
Featured this week: “With strawberry season upon us, one of our favorite simple snacks is a toasted english muffin (or other bread of choice) topped with Amazing Acres fresh Fromagina, sliced local strawberries and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. 🍓 In addition to Fromagina this week, we'll have several chèvre varieties as well as bloomy rind options.”
Payment options: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as pickup location
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Brewer's Hideaway Farm |
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WEEKLY
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New to market this season, Brewer’s Hideaway is bringing a beautiful variety of spring greens, with more variety to come each week. Look for Rachel & Bri with the Veggie Bus! 🍃🚌
“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: garlic scallions (fresh young garlic before the bulbs form), arugula, mustard greens, lettuce mix, radishes, mini kale bunches, plus veggie starts for your own gardens. Also that deliciously spicy but sweet wrinkled, crinkled, crumpled cress — a great addition to salads + sandwiches!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Family Tree Plants |
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WEEKLY |
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Nick Castelli is back for 10 weeks this season, and he always brings a beautiful variety of plants and flowers for your beds and containers, succulents and cacti (coming soon!), vegetable and herb starts that he grows and tends to in his Oxford greenhouse.
Payment options: Cash, Check
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Fiddle Creek Dairy |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Tim Sauder brings the best Greek & Swiss yoghurts around—all natural, no fillers, no sweeteners—made with 100% grass-fed milk from his family's micro-dairy in Quarryville. Plus exceptionally rich whole milk, Camembert cheese, and Neufchâtel. 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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Honeymoon Farm |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Honeymoon Farm is back to their weekly schedule, bringing a variety of fresh mushrooms& to market.
Mushroom varieties typically include: white button, crimini, grey oyster, king oyster, lions mane, portobello, shiitake, maitake, and yellow oyster
Need a lot? Preorder mushroom bulk boxes!
They also raise chickens + turkeys seasonally on pasture but are not selling any at market currently. You can preorder whole chicken in BULK now (25% off retail) for pickup later in the season! 🐓
Payment: Cash, Card, S/FMNP
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as your pickup location.
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Lindenhof Farm |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Lindenhof Farm is a small, multi-generational farm owned by Axel & Susan Linde. Located in Kirkwood, PA, just 30 minutes west of Kennett, they raise all-natural, grass-fed, poultry, beef, lamb & hogs on healthy open pasture.
Featured this week: “This week we have a NEW item: loose pork chorizo sausage! It’s great for mixing in with your pasta sauce or giving an extra kick to your breakfast casseroles.
We will have a lot of fresh chicken as usual too. In addition, we’ll have a wide variety of pork, lamb & beef products. And you can get your farm fresh eggs from us and handmade delicious pot pies!”
Payment options: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Find all options for the "Kennett Square Market" here.
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Swallow Hill |
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WEEKLY |
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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 every Friday.
This week's expected harvest: “We're happy to introduce Tendita lettuce to our customers this week 🥬 It is a mini cosberg with the juiciness and crunch of an iceberg and the sweetness of romaine. Its spoon-shape leaves are nice for finger foods and salads.
We'll also have red butter lettuce, green romaine, full-size spinach, rhubarb, and asparagus.”
Payment: Cash, Check, S/FMNP (NO CARDS)
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Aaji's |
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BI-WEEKLY
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A new vendor this season, 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 ravioli, gnocchi, lasagna, chicken parmesan, and more for easy meals.
Featured this week: “Cheesesteak Stromboli is back this week! Tender steak combined with grilled peppers and onions, and a blend of mozzarella and Cooper sharp cheese make this one the perfect Philly special!"
Payment: Cash, Card, Check
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" as your pickup location.
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Green Lion + Heart Stone + Pear Tree |
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WEEKLY
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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.
Featured this week: "Stop by to see what the 'Baker's Choice' is from Green Lion and try the seasonal pastries from Heart Stone. Preorders are welcome and help ensure we have exactly what you want when you get to market!"
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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JVB Brothers' Co. |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
JVB Brothers’ Co. is here bi-weekly with the small-batch pickles + hot sauces they have worked hard to perfect over the years. Joel van Bemmelen and his brother Jonah use local ingredients (and never any artificial dyes, preservatives, etc.) to create naturally flavorful products on their farm in Chester Springs.
This week: "We’ll have the usual pickle lineup: horseradish, garlic dill, bacon, sweet, spicy, and sour. Plus our hot sauces: Jalapeño mango blend, habanero blend, ghost/reaper blend. And our Devil Rub made from the dehydrated mash of our hot sauces."
Payment: Cash, Card, PayPal, Venmo
Preorder Note: In your cart, please note KSQ in "Add a Note" and select free Store Pickup. Or you can email us!
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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!
Weekly selection typically includes: corn chips, guacamole & salsas, queso dip, tamales (to reheat), flautas, burrito packs, chicken enchiladas, jalapeno poppers, pulled pork, mole poblano, Mexican rice, refried beans, black beans, al pastor, Nacho Kits, Taco Kits, hibiscus tea, plus soups (Chicken Tortilla, Pozole, and Mexican Lentils)
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.
Featured this week: "Going back to my roots, we have beautiful French desserts — new Hazelnut cake, Dark Chocolate Mousse cake, Opera cake, Raspberry Tart, French Macaron, Strawberry Shortcake and more to come!
Also we specialize in making unforgettable cakes for your future event. We use French butter cream and other flavors. Preorders for custom cakes is needed a week before your event."
Preorder instructions:
- Call Melina @ 302.480.0444 with what you'd like to order by Thurs @ 6PM. (Custom cakes order a week ahead.)
- Provide name, contact info & note pickup @ KSQ Farmers Market.
Payment: PayPal or Cash
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Fussy Cutting Quilt Shop |
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MONTHLY (3rd Fridays)
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Jordyn Rush of The Fussy Cutting Quilt Shop is here one a month with handcrafted goods for the eco minded individual.
Stop by to explore great swap-out options for everyday use in the kitchen & beyond: reusable paper towels, produce bags, snack bags, sandwich wraps, make up pads, beeswax food wraps, and more.
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Tree of Life Farm |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Amber Henderson, who worked the market for Flying Plow this past year, recently launched her own herbal soap + body care business called Tree of Life Farm. We are excited to have her at KSQ bi-weekly this season!
“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.”
Stop by to say hello and explore her creations!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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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.
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!)
- PA-based produce farms accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program (WIC) + Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks from June–November.
- BYO reusable bags to help reduce plastic waste.
- BYO cooler or insulated bag to help keep things fresh and safe on hot days.
- 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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