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Not to be corny, but it's going to be cool as a cucumber at market this Friday — and we'll be feeling just peachy! 🌽🥒🍑 Your local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds can't wait to kick off a beautiful and delicious summer weekend with you from 3-6pm!
Other bites of news:
- Find us in our normal space in the parking lot this Friday!
- Watermelon + cantaloupe are now in season 🙌
- Remember those Wastewell buckets... it's compost week ♻️
- Don't miss monthly producer Fifth Dimension Farm, and find Dough Sweet back bi-weekly.
- We are collecting newspaper at the Info Tent through 8/15 for a community papier-mâché project to be featured in the upcoming Mushroom Parade. 🍄
- Love the market and have some time to share? Volunteer to be a Market Greeter or Breakdown Crew! Sign up here or stop by the Info Tent to learn more.
As always, there's plenty of free parking on site at 600 S Broad.
See you there, Kennett Square!
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A reminder to savor + SAVE the season...
August is the month to make the most of local summer produce at its peak. Beyond enjoying as much as you can fresh from the field, start stashing some corn and peaches in the freezer, or tuck some tomatoes away for cold-weather soups and sauces. Your winter self will be so grateful you saved the best summer flavors — even in small amounts!
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| Lineup at-a-glance for August 1 |
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Keep reading to learn more about each producer: how frequently they attend market, what they plan to have this Friday, and how to preorder as available.
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Quick tip: If this email is clipped, be sure to click on "View in browser" at the top –or– “View entire message” at the bottom to see updates for every producer.
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| Wastewell |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Wastewell is at market with bi-weekly drop-off composting service.
Wastewell makes kitchen composting super easy! Purchase a $10 Wastewell bucket at market, collect accepted compostables. Bring your full bucket back every two weeks when they are at market, and dump it for a $5 flat fee.
Stop by to meet John, ask questions, and start composting! Home pickup service is also available.
Payment: Cash, Card, Apple Pay
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| Birchrun Hills Farm |
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BI-WEEKLY
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The Miller family of Birchrun Hills is at KSQ bi-weekly with a variety of cheese— all made on their small northern Chester County dairy farm.
From their famous Birchrun Blue to raw milk cheddars (plain, smoked & habanero) to a range of cave-aged wedges and rounds, Birchrun has options for all tastes and uses. Also look out for Pimento cheese spread, fromage blanc, feta, fresh spreads, and créme fraîche. Seasonally they have cultured butter, buttermilk, fresh buttermilk ranch dressing, cheese curds and fresh mozzarella!
Payment: Cash, Card, Apple Pay
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| Brandywine Bee Co. |
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Find Michael Langer at market bi-weekly with pure, raw wildflower honey sourced directly from his own local Chester County hives. He also has hot honey! 🌶️🍯
In addition to honey, find 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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| Brandywine Blooms |
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WEEKLY
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Brandywine Blooms is at market weekly with seasonally curated floral bouquets picked fresh daily from their Kennett Square farm! The Tucker/Nussbaumer family pays special attention to sustainable farming practices avoiding the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides to provide florist quality flowers at farmers market prices.
Come enjoy the seasonal beauty, and see what's blooming this week!
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 brings a beautiful variety of naturally-grown produce from their farm just down the road in Rising Sun, MD. Find farmer Rachel Brewer and her daughter Daisy at market every week!
Stop by to see what summer goodness they harvested for market — cucumbers, a mix of summer squash, tomatoes, beans, fresh cut herbs, roots, and anything ready to enjoy!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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| Fiddle Creek Dairy |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Jonna of Fiddle Creek brings the best Greek & Swiss yoghurt around—all natural, no fillers, no sweeteners—made with local 100% grass-fed Jersey milk from a neighboring farm. Plus rich non-homogenized, vat pasteurized whole milk.
As available, she also has lacto-fermented vegetables (kraut, kimchi, curtido, ginger carrots) and pickled beets from friends at Gap View Homestead.
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square" as pickup location.
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| Full Table Farm |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Full Table is a small 2-acre vegetable farm on the edge of Kennett Square utilizing organic and low-till practices to grow healthy, beautiful food with a small but mighty seasonal crew. Find farmer Liam at market every Friday!
This week: “Watermelon is here! We harvested tons of beautiful, sweet watermelon this week.🍉 We will also have cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, hybrid slicers and paste tomatoes!! Cucumbers, zucchini, green peppers, Italian + fairytale eggplant, garlic, onions, parsley, radishes, kale, rainbow chard and plenty of Butterhead lettuce.”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo, S/FMNP
Preorder note: Email us to preorder by Thurs @ 6pm!
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| King's Sweet Corn & Produce |
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WEEKLY
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Dave & Kathy are well-known for their delicious sweet corn, but they grow a wide variety of produce at their farm in Parkesburg, utilizing IPM farming methods. They always have a freshly-picked selection to enjoy!
This week: “We'll have our fresh sweet corn 🌽 plus tomatoes (red slicers, grape, heirloom), green beans, potatoes, onions, eggplant, peppers (green, jalapeño, banana, garden salsa), and cantaloupe.”
Payment: Cash, Card, S/FMNP
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| Lindenhof Farm |
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WEEKLY
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Lindenhof Farm is a small, multi-generational farm located in Kirkwood, PA, and owned by Axel & Susan Linde. They take pride in raising all-natural, grass-fed, poultry, beef, lamb & hogs on healthy open pasture. Find farmer Axel & daughter Sarah at market each week!
This week: “For this week we are featuring our turkey sage squares (sliders). They’re great for stacking a summer sandwich with tomatoes and greens. Or try the turkey sage loose which is great for mixing with pasta. Or come for our easy boneless skinless fresh chicken or fresh ground turkey. Got eggs? Got ground beef, patties, hot dogs, sausages or steaks or chops? We’ve got you covered!”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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| Moore Meats |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Jake & Sarah Moore proudly raise premium American Wagyu in West Grove, PA. Moore Meats' high-quality, sustainably raised beef is hormone and antibiotic-free and dry-aged for over 24 days before being expertly processed by a USDA butcher. Shop for individual cuts, roasts, and specialty items in person or online for pick-up at market!
August Special: 15% off Boneless Sirloin Steak! Online and in person!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo, ApplePay
Preorder Note: Use code AUGUST2025 for August Boneless Sirloin Steak Special. At 'Check Out' select 'Friday - Kennett Square Farmers Market' as the Pickup Location, and select the market date.
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| Rex Farms Orchard + Big Hill Ciderworks |
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WEEKLY
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Troy brings a seasonal variety of fruit and hard ciders direct from his family farm and orchard in Adams County, PA.
Fruit this week: “We'll have our yellow + white peaches, yellow + white nectarines, blackberries, blueberries, Methley (purple) + Shiro (yellow) plums, and more Saturn donut peaches.”
His award-winning farm-to-bottle hard ciders are grown, pressed, fermented, bottled & distributed right from the orchard! Check out varieties & flavor profiles here.
Payment: Cash (preferred), Card (minimum), S/FMNP
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| Sirius Mushrooms |
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WEEKLY
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Sirius Mushrooms is a gourmet mushroom farm in West Chester dedicated to rehabilitating and growing cultures using concepts derived from Korean Natural Farming. (KNF) is an organic farming method using indigenous microorganisms to improve health and crop productivity without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. Their goal is to cultivate the healthiest and most beautiful mushrooms possible.
Come chat with Aron, and learn about the delicious, healthy varieties he grows including Blue Oyster, Lion's Mane, Pioppino, Chestnut, and Shiitake. Varieties offered will depend on what's ready to harvest fresh for market day.
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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| Swallow Hill |
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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 the KSQ community every Friday.
This week: “We are harvesting pickling and slicing cucumbers, a variety of summer squash, fresh yellow onions and red onions, mild shishito peppers, eggplants, and a lovely mix of small tomatoes.
We'll have lightly honey-sweetened elderberry jelly and blueberry jam. And NEW pickled sweet onions — great for salads, sandwiches, tacos, and more. Just three ingredients: our sweet onions, white vinegar, and salt. When the onions are gone, the brine is a nice base for a salad dressing. All preserved items are made by Coddiwomple Canning Company with produce from our farm.”
Payment: Cash, Check, S/FMNP (NO CARDS)
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| Aunt Mamie's Italian Specialties |
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BI-WEEKLY through 8/29
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
“Friends, we are so appreciative of all the warm wishes and kind words you’ve shared as news of our upcoming retirement has spread. Our hearts are so full. ❤️
We have been selling out of so many items (especially fresh pasta) at the markets and are encouraging you to preorder so you can be sure to get what you want this week.”
Payment: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Select Kennett Square Farmers Market as your pickup location.
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| Brandywine Valley Bread |
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Come get your favorite sourdough breads + baguettes plus bagels, foccacia, and pastries fresh from the Downingtown bakery Fran McLaughlin owns and operates with his wife Maria. Fran's breads are naturally-leavened and made with organic, locally-grown, freshly-milled grain.
“Call us to preorder: 484-698-8172 ☎️ Bianco, Seeded Ancient Grain, Miche, Complete, Rye Semolina, Baguettes, Croissants, Bagels, Pretzels, and Scones!”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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| Chaikhana Chai |
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BI-WEEKLY
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At Chaikhana Chai's brewing station + weekends-only cafe just around the corner on Birch Street, Dawn Lewis brews organic tea and fresh crushed spices with organic ginger in small batches to create a rich chai concentrate. Chaikhana Chai is low in sugar, gluten free, and dairy free.
She will have Masala, Vanilla, and Green Tea concentrates plus seasonal specials. Also dried chai spiced loose tea, black tea and decaffeinated tea.
Stop by for a taste!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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| Dough Sweet |
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BI-WEEKLY
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Brandy is back to KSQ every other week with ready-to-eat cookie dough in many yummy flavors. Made with heat-treated flour and no raw egg, it’s safe to eat right out of the cup. She'll have all the classic favorites this Friday in both flight samplers and cups.
This week: “I will have a limited quantity of summertime favorite S'mores cookie dough! Also available will be cups + flight samplers of all my best selling flavors.”
Payment: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Did you know you can order party trays online and pick up at the market? Orders need to be placed online by Wednesdays! Add a note – KSQ Pickup”
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| JVB Brothers Co. |
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WEEKLY
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JVB Brothers Co. brings a variety of gourmet jarred specialty foods. Joel also makes small batch pickles and hot sauces using as much of his homegrown and locally-grown produce as possible.
He also has ready-to-eat Pickle Pasta salad, Chicken/Potato salad, Tuna Pasta, and Cucumber/Tomato salad. Stop by for a taste!
This week: “Have you tried our new Kimchi Hot Sauce and Kimchi Pickles? Stop by to check out this delicious collaboration with SeoulMates Korean Kitchen out of Lancaster!”
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo, PayPal
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| Taste of Puebla |
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WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Taste of Puebla always has fresh Mexican fare made in Kennett Square, with lots of options for weekend snacking and easy to heat-and-eat meals — from fresh chips + guacamole to empanadas, tamales, burritos, soups, taco kits, salsas, and more!
Payment: Cash, Card
Preorder Note: Select "Kennett Square Farmers Market" for 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 Swiss heritage and family traditions. She always has a wide variety of sweet + savory delicacies made with simple, natural ingredients.
Prefer to order ahead? Just give Melina a call!
Preorder instructions: Call or text Melina @ 302.480.0444 with your order + contact info.
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo, PayPal
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| Botanical Bubbles |
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BI-WEEKLY
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*PREORDERS WELCOME*
Sherri brings a wide range of handcrafted home + body care products – something for everyone in the family! She uses botanicals from her own garden in many of her products.
This week: “I will have your favorite summer soaps: Aegean Sea, Dutch Flat Blackberry Supreme, Party in My Shower, Berry plus tropical lip balms, natural bug spray, and so much more!”
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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| Fifth Dimension Farm |
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MONTHLY (1st Fridays)
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Fifth Dimension Farm makes dog treats using a few simple ingredients combined with the crickets raised at their Landenberg farm. 🦗 Crickets are are a sustainable and environmentally friendly protein source, high in protein + other nutrients dogs need.
Bring your pup by for a taste!
Payment: Cash, Card, Venmo
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Many thanks to our generous sponsors this season!
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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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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 need every minute until opening time for all vendors to be fully ready. If you arrive before opening at 3pm, please wait by the entry signage, and listen for the bell to ring to welcome you in. We truly appreciate your cooperation!
During the main season (May–Oct), our usual hours are 3–6 PM.
Location & Parking
Find us in the south end of the parking lot at 600 S. Broad St, Kennett Square, PA.
Plenty of FREE PARKING is available on site!
ACCESSIBILITY: There are a few parking spots near the first entry reserved for those with limited mobility. 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 (Full Table, King's, Rex Farms Orchard, Swallow Hill) 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 warm days as you travel.
- Feel free to use the red market wagons + black shopping baskets to help carry your load as you shop — just return to us when done.
- Stop by the Kennett Collaborative 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 shopping.
- We appreciate your consideration to keep all safe and happy!
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