La Jara Farmers Market this Friday, August 26th

The La Jara Farmers Market is in its fourth year and running smoothly.  We have had some exciting performances from local musicians as well as wonderful products from local vendors.  Last week, Lowdead performed some awesome hard rock songs and Patsy Gomez and Paul Arellano played some very moving spiritual songs.  The musical groups brought in good crowds of people who really enjoyed the afternoon.  The Snowy River Animal Rescue was at the market with pony rides and a petting zoo to raise money for their rescue animals.  Our new location by the La Jara Town Hall is working out very well and we greatly appreciate the support we have received from the town.

Los Cancioneros Del Valle will perform this Friday, the 26th of August.   Sage Larsen and Atomic Pork will close the market on the 2nd of September.

Come join us for this week’s market, Friday August 26^th from 3-7pm.  We are located in downtown La Jara by the Town Hall.  Only two markets left, so come enjoy the fun before the close of our season on September 2^nd.

 
For more information, or to become a vendor, call 274-5430. Buy Fresh! Buy Local! at the La Jara Farmers Market.

La Jara Farmers Market this Friday, August 19th

This last week’s market went very well.  The sun was shining, the wind didn’t blow and it seemed that everyone enjoyed the market.  Jim Hargove’s performance was excellent and we were so happy to have him there.  We had a few more vendors show up this week, such as Kelly West and her delicious Heaven Scent Breads, the Kunugi siblings from Southern Colorado Farms, and Faye DelosSantos with her handmade salves and jewelry.  June McDaniel was back this week with her beautiful artwork and Rachel Skiles brought some of her hand-sewn aprons and other kitchen essentials.  Susan Schreiner was there again with her garden produce and fresh-picked bouquets.  We were happy to have Raymond Gingerich’s family selling tomatoes grown in Romeo.  The MOKI kitchen cooked up some more delicious snacks with an amazing stir-fry. Next week Michele Valdez will be cooking another delicious snack that anyone can try from the MOKI Kitchen for free.

This week, we will be having a surprise appearance from the band Lowdead.  Also expect a great performance from Patsy Gomez and Paul Arellano.  Los Cancioneros Del Valle will perform on the 26th of August, and Sage Larsen and Atomic Pork close the market on the 2nd of September.

Congratulations to Adrianna Cordova who sold baked goods at our last two markets to raise money for Fiesta Queen at the St. Joseph’s Parish.  We are happy to announce that she won and was crowned fiesta queen this Saturday!    Anyone interested in doing a fundraiser for a cause is welcome and encouraged to attend our market to raise funds.

Come join us for this week’s market, Friday August 19^th from 3-7pm.  We are located in downtown La Jara by the Town Hall.  We will run every Friday until the 2nd of September. 

 
For more information, or to become a vendor, call 274-5430. Buy Fresh! Buy Local! at the La Jara Farmers Market.

Next Market: Friday, August 12th, 3-7pm!

A lot was happening in La Jara this past week with the Farmers Market, the yard sale to help purchase new Christmas lights for the town and the La Jara annual Glory Days celebration! Our market went very well and we were thankful to the Glory Days organizers for helping us acquire a stage and helping with set-up. At this market some of our vendors included Sylvia Montaño serving her delicious hand-dipped ice cream bars, Julie Ruybal with fresh peaches from the Delta area, and White Mountain Farms and Ana Navarro and their organic produce.

Also at this past market, the Antonito Saturday Night Choir performed beautifully with their amazing harmonies and wonderful flute and guitar playing.  Expect another great performance from Jim Hargove this coming market on Friday the 12th of August.  Our other scheduled performers include Patsy Gomez and Paul Arellano on the 19th of August, Los Cancioneros De Valle on the 26th of August, and Sage Larsen and Atomic Pork closing the market on the 2nd of September.

Come out and enjoy all that the La Jara Farmers Market has to offer every Friday from 3-7pm until the 2^nd of September!  Don’t forget our new location in downtown La Jara by the La Jara Town Hall.

For more information, or to become a vendor, call 274-5430. Buy Fresh! Buy Local! at the La Jara Farmers Market.

Our first market got off to a good start with Lori entertaining us with her musical talents, vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables, and beautiful handcrafts!  Our new location by the La Jara Town Hall seems to be working well for vendors and shoppers alike.

The Antonito Saturday Night Choir will be performing at our next market this coming Friday. Other exciting performances this year include: Jim Hargove on the 12th of August, Eric Shiveley and Patsy Gomez on the 19th of August, Solomon Lopez and Rose Vialpando on the 26th of August, and Sage Larsen and Atomic Pork closing the market on the 2nd of September.

Things were a bit slow and we need support to make the market profitable to our vendors. We would love it if you’d get out there and enjoy!

Our Market runs from 3-7pm every Friday until the 2nd of September.  Don’t forget our new location in downtown La Jara by the La Jara Town Hall.

For more information, or to become a vendor, call 274-5430. Buy Fresh! Buy Local! at the La Jara Farmers Market.

The 2011 Farmer’s Market Begins Friday, July 29th!

We are happy to announce the beginning of the 2011 La Jara Farmer’s Market!  The Market will begin Friday, July 29th and will end September 2nd.  The Market runs from 3-7pm and will be held this year on Broadway Street in front of the La Jara Town Hall.

We have some exciting performances from local artists with Lori Kester opening the market on the 29th of July,  Antonito’s Saturday Night Choir on the 5th of August, Jim Hargove on the 12th of August, Eric Shiveley and Patsy Gomez on the 19th of August, Solomon Lopez and Rose Vialpando on the 26th of August, and Sage Larsen and Atomic Pork closing the market on the 2nd of September.

Again we promise fresh and delicious foods from local producers, beautiful arts and crafts, great music, and lots of fun!  We hope to see you all there to support this important community function.  Our community will remain vibrant and strong with your support.

Don’t forget our location has changed!!  Hope to see you there!

For more information, feel free to contact Elena at 274-5430 or email her at esm42@cornell.edu.

Final Market of the Year!

Buy Fresh, Buy Local! The La Jara Farmers Market ends its season with the WMD Jazz Group and a special performance by the “The Troubadorables” on September 3. The Market is open from 3-7pm at Our Lady of the Valley Church on Highway 285 in La Jara. The market provides the freshest local produce, great art, crafts, organic meat products and now a Little Sprouts Market as well as a Vendor Raffle!

For more information about Buy Fresh, Buy Local! at the La Jara Farmers Market or to become a board member to help plan next year’s market, contact Elena at 274-5430.

Market Review: Aug 6th

Rain clouds loomed over the market during its opening hour last Friday.  The clouds gave way to rain for a brief period before moving on to reveal the warm glow of a summer afternoon sun.

The sprinkling of rain nourished the enthusiasm of vendors and shoppers alike once the clouds left.  The market continued on with the same exuberance as the Valley sun.   With vibrant crafts and fresh foods being browsed and bought, county residents wandered from vendor to vendor giving life to the market.  The entertainment served a rhythmic pulse to pace the flow of the market.

The market of August 6th proved to be another success, despite the threat of storm.

July 30 Market Review – The First of 2010!

Last Firday marked the first market of Summer 2010!  The musical entertainment, Grupo Antonito, performed and vendors from the area sold their best produce and crafts! It was a success!

This week, on August 6th, the market is back with musical guests: Los Cancioneros del Valle, and more opportunities to buy the freshest produce of the area.  Remember: “Buy Fresh, Buy Local”    Hope to see you there!

Check out the photos from last week’s market!

Farmers Market 2010 Begins Friday, July 30th!!!

The 2010 La Jara  Farmer’s Market is scheduled to start Friday, July 30th.

Everyone is getting geared up for another great season at the La Jara Farmer’s Market.  This year’s market promises to be better than last year with great vendors and performing artists.   We are adding a Little Sprouts Market and Play Booth where children under ten can come and sell their products and enjoy fun activities for free!

The first talented music group to play at the July 30th Farmers Market is the Grupo Antonito, also known as the Antonito Choir.  Other performers scheduled to play for the market include; Los Cancioneros del Valle (August 6), Atomic Pork (August 13), the High Valli Swingers (August 13th), Jim Hargrove, “The Walking Man” (August 20), Lonard Quintana (August 30) and closing the market on Sept. 3rd will be the WMD Jazz Group September a special performance by Ann Huffaker’s Children Ensemble.

Last Market on Friday, September 4th!

The last market in La Jara will be this Friday, September 4th from 3-7 pm. The previous markets have been great fun, with lots of good food, beautiful crafts, and enjoyable music from local artists. This market promises to be just as diverse and entertaining.