Dear Community,

We hope that the next few days bring you plenty of rest, gratitude, giving and good deals.

In fact, did you know that you can take part in Small Business Saturday when you support the 79 vendors who form the Sarasota Farmers Market?

  1. REST easy knowing you can wander the Market and find something for everyone!
  2. Be GRATEFUL to three other local non-profit organizations featured at the Market this week.
  3. Feel GOOD with DEALS from local artists, growing small businesses and your favorite family farmers that come together every week.
  4. GIVE thanks (and blood) this week with Suncoast Blood Bank.

Lemon Avenue is the place to be this Saturday from 7 am - 1 pm
Holiday Night Market: LIVE MUSIC
Join us for a serenade under the stars at our first ever Holiday Night Market featuring live music by Passerine. ❄️

Celebrate the Winter Solstice with sounds of traditional folk and bluegrass music - featuring original songs that range from sweet ballads to the edgier side of contemporary Americana. Hear them as you shop throughout the market from 5 pm - 8 pm on Tuesday, December 21st.

RSVP to the Holiday Market on Facebook to stay up to date on all of the special events during this night of magic!
Donate blood at the Market this week!
Save lives right here in our community by donating blood Saturday. SunCoast Blood Centers will be collecting donations at the Market this week to provide a reliable supply of quality blood products and services to local hospitals in need. 

The Blood Bus will be located on Lemon Ave, north of 1st Street (behind Whole Foods).
Featured Non-Profits:
Urbanite Theatre produces new plays with small casts to amplify upcoming theatre artists by creating an immersive performance experience in its intimate space of only 75 seats. Urbanite is located on 2nd St, across from Whole Foods and tickets start at $20 each. Visit their booth to meet some of the team and learn more about their upcoming events.

Urbanite Theatre will be located on Lemon Avenue, South of Main Street (Space #72)
ALSO Youth was created in 1992 by individuals who were alarmed at the statistics documenting high rates of suicide among gay and lesbian teens. Registration for their annual Turkey Trot 5k is still open and will be hosted on Blvd of the Arts on Thursday, November 25th (tomorrow!) starting at 8 am.

ALSO Youth will be located on Lemon Ave., south of State St.. (Space #38)
CAN Community Health is dedicated to the treatment, care and continual wellness of people living with HIV, hepatitis C, STDs and other diseases. They will have take-home HIV test kits available at the Market for anyone who would like one. CAN Community Health has been serving Florida since 1991. Be sure to visit their booth to learn more!

CAN Community Health will be located on Lemon Avenue, south of State Street (Space #53)
Entertainment this Week:
Performing around 300 shows a year, Tommy D is one of the busiest entertainers in Southwest Florida. He plays a wide range of genres at his gigs… Rock, Funk, Blues, and some Latin grooves. He puts his own spin on cover songs while playing original titles as well!

Tommy D will be performing at the intersection of Lemon Avenue and State Street from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Introducing Donnie and Nick: a chromatic harmonica player Ken Angotti, a.k.a., Donnie, will playing LIVE with guitarist John Novick Jr, a.k.a Nick. Take a look at some of their recognizable cover performances by clicking here.

Donnie and Nick will be at the corner of Lemon Avenue and First Street from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
This Week's Map
We are grateful your support!
Thank you for coming down each week to visit us. Every purchase you make at the Market supports an independent, local business.

You can find individual vendor contact information on our website.