Party Like it's 1752
We've been through a LOT in 269 years. And whether the market is located in Easton's historic Centre Square or on the city's picturesque waterfront, one thing remains the same - local farmers, fresh food and a passionate community. Today the Easton Farmers' Market is stronger than ever. It's hard to believe that less than 20 years ago the market was down to just one vendor (Gloria Raub), and Easton risked losing the market forever, But thanks to committed citizens like Lynn Prior and Phyllis Luafer, and PA State representative Bob Freeman, the market was saved. And in the years to follow it was Easton's grassroots, volunteer-driven spirit that set the EFM on a course for growth and success. We're grateful to all of you who helped get us to this place and we invite you and your family to come celebrate with us this Saturday. And do us a favor... help us continue to grow the EFM by bringing a friend. Introduce the market to someone new and share the incomparable spirit of America's oldest continuous, open-air market!
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Free Birthday Cake (for people AND pups!) 10:00 - 11:00 am by the stage
Join Mayor Panto and the Bachman Players in singing Happy Birthday to EFM and then enjoy a slice of cake. Cakes provided by Tomblers Bakery and Sweet Girlz. We'll even have a special canine cake (from Bella's Bistro) for your furry friends.
For Kids (young and old) 10:00 am - Noon under the shade trees
Fabulous free balloon sculptures by Clancy Clown and free face painting with his partner Lolly.
Locally Grown Music 10:00 am - Noon
Twin River Rounders
Heritage
Peruse our historic market photos (located by the EFM Merchandise Tent)
Snap a photo with the Bachman players
Visit the Sigal Museum Tent and partake in their number-themed scavenger hunt
Win!
Register to win $50 in market tokens in our Birthday Prize Drawing! (located at the EFM Merch Tent)
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Early Market Days: Baker Ernest Becker
Below are pages from a book about Easton: History of the Lehigh Valley by M. S. Henry, published in 1860. We thought this was a fascinating glimpse at what was likely the humble beginnings of the Easton Farmers' Market. And a testament to the tenacity of the City's early settlers. This was was believed to have happened in the late 1740s or early 1750s. The grandson is recounting that he was still alive in 1785.
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Summer fruits are beginning to ripen at Cabbage
Throw Farm. Yellow summer squash and green zucchini are abundant! And have you tried stuffed squash blossoms yet? Farmer Dean likes his stuffed with anchovies and ricotta, dipped into a light batter and fried. Cabbage Throw will be bringing Sicilian squash leaves, cucumbers, and some of their first heirloom tomatoes of the season!
Also on the tables this week: basil, parsley, romaine, head lettuce, spring mix, beets, carrots, yellow and red onions, garlic, escarole, cooking greens, herbs, sunflowers and more!
Recipe of the week: Stuffed zucchini boats
Cut the top and bottom off the zucchini and slice in half longways and place on a cooking sheet with olive oil. Scoop out the center and set aside.
Sauté your Favorite Breakaway meat with onion, pepper, garlic, tomato pasta, and seasoning. Add in chopped zucchini. Toast bread and blend together with basil and cheese for breadcrumb. Add half the breadcrumb to your stuffing and save have for topping the zucchini. Fill your boats and roast for 15 minutes!
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White AND yellow peaches are bountiful this week. And speaking of bounty, Scholl's has a HUGE crop of cherries this year - both sweet and tart. Plums also debut this Saturday. Try the yellow plums - so petite, sweet and yummy, just pop 'em in your mouth like cherries! You'll also find apples, tomatoes, yellow and green string beans, cukes, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, onions, potatoes and more! |
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Most people think of broccoli as a spring or fall crop. A vegetable to enjoy during cooler weather months. Even though is hot hot hot out, Salvaterra's has an abundance of broccoli and it's absolutely delicious grilled! Check out this recipe for Grilled Broccoli from Delish!
You'll also find head lettuce (red leaf, green leaf), lettuce mix, arugula, kale (tuscan, green, red), collards, swiss chard, cilantro, parsley, pea shoots, microgreens, scallions, spring onions, gold beets, red beets, hakurei turnips, carrots, fennel, zucchini (green and yellow), tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, green cabbage, napa cabbage, walla walla onions and broccoli.
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Who's ready for the bold and beautiful colors of summer!? The flowers at Holy Cow Farm this week will be bright and cheerful thanks to the addition of snapdragons, sweet William, and bupleurum. These flowers have been loving all the heat, even if the farmers haven't! Be sure to stop by the flower tent to pick up some cheer for your home. |
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Raspberry Ridge Sheep Creamery |
Rob is featuring Manchego cheese this week. This is a young cheese made with raw sheep milk and vegetarian rennet with a rich and light flavor.
Try several other cheeses and yogurts including feta (great with peaches) and spreadable cheeses. Temper the hot weather with this recipe for frozen yogurt made with sheep's milk.
Come by the tent for your favorite sheep milk products!
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In honor of the Farmers Market’s 269th birthday, Breakaway Farms is requesting your help in showering the market coordinators with love! What better way than with a “Beef Jerky Shower”? This week, when you purchase a package of grass-fed beef jerky for the Easton Farmers' Market coordinators, Breakaway will match your purchase! At the end of the day, they will be showered with the gift of jerky as a token of appreciation for all that they do to create an incredible shopping experience!
Pre-order online ( breakawayfarms.net) by 1pm on Friday to ensure a quick and easy farmers' market pick-up. |
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Elaine and Zeke would like to thank all those who reached out upon the news of the passing of Zeke’s mother Rev. Sally Zelker. Zekraft will be at the market this weekend, with heavy hearts. The salads they will be offering are Grilled Peach - local peaches, bacon, spiced pecans, goat cheese, arugula, maple vinaigrette, Tropical Shrimp - grilled Atlantic shrimp with mango, papaya, coconut & macadamia nuts and a honey chive vinaigrette, Strawberry Pecan - organic strawberries, roasted free-range chicken, pecans, feta cheese, pickled red onion with organic spinach and five other delicious and healthful salads. For soups Manhattan Clam Chowder and a Carrot Ginger. A great snack are their crostini - Roasted Corn, Pate, and Crab Orange Fennel. If you’re looking for something sweet they will have their Chocolate Pot de Creme and Banana Pudding. Zeke and Elaine look forward to seeing you this weekend. |
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Flour Shop is back from vacation (THANK GOD) and they're paying homage to the July berry harvest! Try their blueberry scones, and raspberry-blackberry cheese danish made with just-picked berries from their very own garden. |
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Tomblers is baking two scrumptious cakes for our big birthday bash! Come indulge in a slice of cake and help us sing happy birthday to EFM at 10:00 am! But don't forget the pie... grab your favorite fruit pie to enjoy this weekend. |
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PorTch Tea Kombucha (and Pheasant Hill Farm)
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You can always count on Don to come up with a funky name for the Booch of the Day. This week it's 'Bleach' - blueberries and peach, featuring those famous Pheasant Hill Farm blueberries. |
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With all the summer fruits now in season, it's the perfect time to make a fresh & local Sangria! Ask the Tolino ladies for recommendations on the best wines for Sangria. And enjoy an ice-cold wine slushee while you shop the market. |
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Bella's Bistro - Where Food is Medicine LLC
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This week Bella’s Bistro is helping us celebrate EFM’s 269th birthday by making sure your pups are included in the celebration as well! Their homemade pup cake is filled with all-natural ingredients (including organic carrots from Cabbage Throw Farm) and topped with a frosting made with yummy Greek yogurt, single-ingredient peanut butter and a touch of raw honey (from Pocono Apiaries). Head over to their tent or the EFM birthday cake tent to treat your pup to a delicious sample of the birthday cake! (while supplies last)
You can also pre-order any of their products on their website at www.bellasbistroshop.com and pick it up on Saturday. Venmo and credit cards accepted. |
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Teels Hill Soapworks
Summer herbs...
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Summer and herbs... Rosemary, thyme, sage, basil and dill are all essential oils you will find Teels Hill herbal soaps.Try Suan's Summer Herb, Scarborough Fair, Wake Up, Meadow Sage, or her Rosemary Shampoo bar. The Summer Herb Airspray will add a lovely natural scent to your kitchen! |
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If you're gonna have cake, ya gotta have ICE CREAM. Then again you could enjoy the best of both worlds in one yummy bite, with OwowCow's famous birthday cake pops! Or indulge in one of their other seasonal favorites this Saturday on the riverfront. |
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Neil's Sharpening Service |
It's the second Saturday of the month and that means Neil's is back on the riverfront and ready to sharpen your knives, scissors, tools, mower blades and more! |
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More guest vendors joining us this week: |
- Brady's Botanicals
- Be Love Succulents
- Heart Beet Studios
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This Week in the Local Libations Tent |
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Eight Oaks Farm Distillery |
Eight Oaks Farm Distillery is crafting a delicious cocktail in celebration of EFM's rich Pennsylvania heritage. Toast our 269th season with Penn's Punch - made with Eight Oaks' silver, molasses based rum with fresh pineapple and mango juices! And stock up on your other favorite spirits. |
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Please Note: Pie + Tart, Little Miss Korea and Aladdin are off this week.
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2021 Market Music Series presented by |
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Featuring: Twin River Rounders
10am - Noon
Homegrown bluegrass at its best!
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Treat yourself to something, organic, plant-based, and DELICIOUS!
Market Rewards offer is exclusive to EFM shoppers. Pick up your card at any of the EFM INFO tents!
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TONIGHT! Thursday July 8th
6:00 - 8:30 pm Featuring We May be Right - playing the music of Billy Joel!
Enjoy dinner, drinks and some great tunes on the riverfront. LiveatFalls.com
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Celebrate Easton's Heritage this weekend. Reading of the Declaration of Independence, Historic re-enactors, food, music, kids' activities and fireworks! SEE MORE
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Thank You Sponsors!
Proud Supporters of the Easton Farmers' Market
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