Freight House Farmers Market

Come to the Freight House Farmers’ Market Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 8am to 1pm for Bunny Palooza fun.

You can pet real bunnies and baby goats.  Did you know they are called “kids”? And human kids should bring their baskets for hunting  candy filled eggs at 10:00. Then everyone will make Easter Bonnets to parade for prizes.  Think Bunny Hop ! There will be a display of eggs dyed with natural substances like veggies!

Our usual winter market is in progress, but with the great warm weather more and more vendors are appearing outdoors with early greens.  You might pick up great bread, snacks or desserts for your holiday meal.

The Freight House Farmers Market (FHFM), located in Downtown Davenport, is looking for a motivated person to manage the Farmer’s Market during the 2012 Summer season (May – October). This is a part-time independent contractor position, working approximately 25 hours per week. The primary responsibility of the Market Coordinator is the day-to-day operations of the FHFM, which includes an on-site presence during market hours, as well as additional hours on non-market days for preparation and office duties. The ideal candidate will be outgoing and an excellent communicator with an interest in agriculture, community development and local economies. S/he must be reliable, friendly, self-motivated, and able to focus on multiple tasks at once. The ability to move equipment, stand for long periods of time and lift 50 lbs. is required. Experience in coordinating volunteers, financial recordkeeping, marketing and public relations a plus. Please send your resume no later than March 23, 2012 to FHFM, PO Box 579, Davenport, IA 52805 or email to freighthousefarmersmarket@gmail.com.

The Freight House Farmer’s Market Fall Festival

Saturday, October 8th, 2011, 8-1pm @ Freight House Farmer’s Market

Festivities include:

• Blue Grass Band
• Petting Zoo
• Paint Your Own Pumpkin
• Games and more!!

Now is the time to show off your best pumpkin! Pumpkin Contest with gift certificate prizes and ribbons for the winners!!!

Here are the categories:

• Best Pie Pumpkin
• Prettiest Jack
• Largest Pumpkin (please have approximate weight and help to move)

Prize amounts: 1st place- $25, 2nd place- $10, 3rd place- $5

Don’t let River Drive construction keep you away.  The market continues to be open and accessible to you.

• Access the market from multiple entrances along 2nd Street. Come down Western Avenue, Ripley Street, or Harrison Street

This free, family friendly event offers the opportunity to not only learn about water and protecting water quality, but to experience it through song, dance, and interactive demonstrations, displays and activities. Free Face Painting and Water Cycle Charm Bracelet to all children in attendance.

Rain Barrel Raffle and Compost Bin Raffle

Area artists have contributed their time and talent to transform the everyday Rain Barrel into a Work of Art. Attendees will have an opportunity to purchase a raffle ticket(s) for the chance to win one. We will also have two (2) compost bins available for raffle, in addition to the six (6) rain barrel Works of Art being raffled. Stop by the welcome tent located near the playground to view and submit your chance to win one these environmentally beneficial Works of Art and compost bins. Tickets are $1.00 per chance; all receipts go toward expanding water quality education in the community.

Performances and Demonstrations

09:00 am LIVE! Birds of Prey Demonstration by the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center of Scott County Conservation Board

10:00 am Fly Fishing Demonstration by the Hawkeye Fly Fishing Association

11:00 am Davenport Jr. Theatre will “physcalize” water in this one time only local performance

11:30 am Dance Works, Dance Performance

Plant some roots at the Freight House Farmers Market!

Come leave your mark at the Freight House Farmers Market this weekend June 25th from 10-12!

Set some roots with us here at the Freight House Farmers Market by planting one of many flowers to choose from. The planters will be displayed and marked with your name so you can check up on your seedlings throughout the season. This is a free event for you and your family to enjoy with us.

Keep your eyes open for future events promoting agriculture, local foods, and family entertainment!