Why not celebrate July at the Farmers Market?!
Enjoy the last Saturday of this month by celebrating July at the Clear Lake Farmers Market. Once you check out the Purple Ribbon General Store, be sure to stop by the market on July 13th, 2024 from 9:00 AM to NOON in the parking lot of the Surf Ballroom & Museum. What better way to celebrate being in the swing of summer vacation than by exploring an awesome farmers market community? When you visit, you’ll find a variety of local produce, artisan breads (that’s us!), cheese, 3D-printed dragons, coffee, smoothies, and more will be available from 50+ vendors, along with live music and kids activities!
Here’s what we’re bringing*:
Breads
- Garlic Herb focaccia (flatbread)
- Jalapeño Cheddar focaccia (flatbread)
- Sourdough baguette
- Sourdough sandwich loaf
- Sourdough batard (more traditional shape)
- Cinnamon Swirl
- Cinnamon Raisin Swirl
- Banana
- Banana Nut
- Cranberry Wild Rice
- 9 Grain
Scones
Pies
- Strawberry Rhubarb
- Apple
- and more!
Jams
- Blueberry
- Strawberry Rhubarb IT’S BACK!
- Cherry Berry
- Spiced Peach
- Tomato
- Rhubarb NEW!
- Wild Plum
Additional Food Items
- Cinnamon Roll – 2 Pack
- Cinnamon Roll – 4 Pack
- Caramel Pecan Roll – 2 Pack
- Caramel Pecan Roll – 4 Pack
- Marinara sauce
- Roasted Corn Salsa LOW STOCK!
- Pickled Banana Peppers
- Italian seasoning blend
- 100% Pure Maple Syrup – 8oz
- 100% Pure Maple Syrup – 12oz
*List subject to change
This list only states what we know we’re bringing for sure (we say “for sure” with the assumption that nothing crazy will happen, like a derecho, tornado, or hurricane-o 🤪). While writing this, we’re still deciding which other flavor pies we’ll have with us, but other than that, we’re pretty sure this is everything we’re bringing. If you have any specific requests, call us! Our number is on our ‘Contact’ page.
July weather = a toasty farmers market
In true July fashion, this weekend looks like it’ll end up being a hot one. Come early, and don’t overheat! After 11 AM, foot traffic at the farmers market really drops off as the parking lot heats up, and everyone who wants something specific knows that it’s cooler earlier in the day. Coming earlier is also easier on your dogs, so then you don’t have to worry about your puppy’s paws on the pavement. We’re coming on Saturday prepared with all our usual delicious artisan breads and our fantastic specialty jams. And as long as you’re willing to bear the heat with us, we’ll keep bringing all the good stuff! So, we’ll see ya there, right?!😄
Don’t come too late
Because of the high temps, don’t come too late! If you come in during the last few minutes of market, you’ll likely run out of time (and patience) to see everything. We know your kids get cranky in the heat, and we want you to be able to enjoy your time at the farmers market. If you know you want something, but don’t want to be at the market very long, call us! Our number is on our ‘Contact’ page. Note: the phone number is a landline and cannot receive text messages.
We’re on the south side of the market now
Still more people found us at the market last week for the first time since we moved! It’s fun to catch up with everyone this summer. This is your regularly scheduled, friendly reminder that we’re in a new spot. Traditionally, our booth has been next to the sidewalk and near the music (the north-east side) -we aren’t in that spot anymore! Instead, you’ll find us on the other end of the market, at the far side, away from the music (the south side). If you need a map to visualize and see this change, there’s one linked at the end of this post. Note: Only our booth within the market is moving- the Clear Lake Farmers Market, this week and all season, is still in the Surf Ballroom parking lot.
There is still road construction
It’s July. In the Midwest. There’s inconvenient road work. There’s a fantastic farmers market downtown. ‘Nuff said.
Enjoy a beautiful Saturday morning at the farmers market
We get it- it’s easy to fill your summer schedule in July, but, don’t let that stop you from coming! It’s the perfect opportunity to buy that one pie you eyeball all the time, but never actually get. Or those decadent caramel pecan rolls. Or that loaf of focaccia that smells heavenly. Honestly, it’s crazy the number of times we hear folks say “I might circle back around to get that,” and when they inevitably do come back to our booth, that item they wanted is gone. Friendly reminder: you’re allowed to treat yourself to delicious food on the first walk through. 😄
Wrap up July at the Farmers Market in Clear Lake!
So many awesome things have happened this summer (including the grand opening of a store we’ve partnered with), and we hope you won’t miss the chance to visit the Clear Lake Farmers Market this July. We’ll be in the Surf Ballroom parking lot from 9 AM until noon. The Clear Lake Farmers Market is the largest producer-only market in North Iowa and it’s definitely worth a stop. Set up a reminder in a place you’ll see it, and we’ll see you there!
As promised, here’s the link for the interactive map so you can find all your favorite vendors at the market this year: http://www.clearlakefarmersmarket.com/for-customers/ We know you’ll find your way around, and we can’t wait to see you Saturday!
