Introduction to Canning July 13
Gate Center Kitchen Davis Street, Independence, United StatesDid you miss the earlier canning classes or just need a refresher now that your produce is coming in? Join us for this Introduction to canning workshop Saturday July 13 from 1-4 pm. We highlight both water bath and pressure canning. I confess, I am a rank amateur when it comes to pressure canning. So[...]
Berry Festival July 19
Town ParkJoin us for Berry Day on July 19. Thanks very much to River Ridge Organics for sponsoring the event again this year. They have sponsored Berry Day and donated their berries for our sorbet fundraiser since 2017! Our first Berry Festival was in 2013 and featured the Berry Pie contest. This year Berry Sorbet using[...]
21 Yardsale July 26
Town ParkThis is the only IFM vendors can sell things they didn't raise or make. Join the giant yards ale that stretches from Elkin to Wytheville on HWY 21.
Tomato Day August 2th
Town ParkJoin us Friday August 2nd for the Annual Tomato Day. Enjoy a free tomato tasting, the Monster Tomato Contest and the Salsa Contest! Bring your largest tomato to the market by 11am The Weigh off is at high noon! First place is $100, winner take all. The Salsa contest is People's Choice. Bring a quart[...]
First Friday Cooking day with Chef Jen
Independence Town ParkCooking Days are back! Join Chef Jen as she makes delicious quick dishes from whatever is available at the Market. Free samples. Donations are appreciated and help to fund our cooking program.
Pepper Day Friday September 13
Town ParkThis Friday is Pepper Day! While the selection isn’t quite as extensive as our tomato tasting, it’s a great way to taste lots of sweet and hot peppers. Don’t worry, we’ll label the hot ones! We’ll have water, but if you plan to eat lots of hot ones, bring your own milk or cheese. Dairy[...]
Invasive plant Control, Sept 14
This was one of our most popular presentations last year. If you need a refresher or missed the presentation last year, here's your chance. Cynthia and Rick Taylor will share their expertise on how to control invasive plants common to our area. The workshop is from 1-4pm, location to be announced.
Apple Festival September 20
Town ParkThe Apple Festival will be held Friday September 20 from 9am to 1pm. The Market will be pressing apples and offering fresh cider as a fundraiser. Here’s your chance to support the market and enjoy delicious cider. Due to space constraints at our temporary location we will not be able to offer the public the[...]
Plant the Park
Independence Town ParkWant to help plant the park? This event is hosted by the Town of Independence. Here are the details: Please consider volunteering to help plant approximately 500 seedlings and shrubs in Independence Town Park on September 27th (afternoon) and/or September 28th (all day). We’re looking for approximately 20 volunteers who will be divided in to[...]
First Friday Cooking Day with Chef Jen and Squashtober October 4
Town ParkIt's our last cooking Day with Chef Jen! To celebrate Squashtober, she will cook all the different squash available at the Market. Enjoy free samples. Donations are always appreciated and help to fund our cooking program.
Closing Day! October 11
Town ParkOur final regular Market of the 2024 season. Stay tuned for details.
1st Winter Market Friday Nov. 29
Town ParkThe1st Winter Market returns to Town Park Friday November 24 from 11am-2pm. The Farmers Market will hold the Annual Chili Cookoff during the First Winter Market with a first prize of $100. Please bring your entry to the Market between 9:30- 10:30, preferably already warm, in a crockpot. The contest is free to enter, $5[...]