Folk Music by Rachel and Christa, Jewelry, Art and Fine Crafts, Handmade Natural Soaps, Local Produce and Artisan Foods at July 8 Riverwalk Market Fair
Music by local musicians Rachel & Christa, fresh local produce and artisan foods, the area’s finest art and crafts, and the Northfield Public Library Book Bike, all at Riverwalk Market Fair, Saturday July 8th from 9 am to 1 pm, rain or shine, in historic downtown Northfield’s Bridge Square.
Seasonal Produce from Local Farmers, Artisan Foods, Art and Fine Crafts
Local farmers have early summer produce including fresh-picked romaine, green and red butter lettuce, Swiss chard, arugula, kale, kohlrabi, fennel, rhubarb, spinach, radishes, green onions, garlic scapes, peas, potatoes, zucchini, cilantro, broccoli, and herbs, as well as local soil-grown tomatoes, handmade natural soaps, and maple syrup. Artisan foods include fresh-baked breads, delicious sweet and savory pastries, cookies and cupcakes, jams and jellies, and locally roasted coffee.
Wood hand-crafted home accessories, jewelry, fiber art, photography, glass art, and pottery are among the fine art and fine craft for sale. All art and fine crafts are original work, designed and created by the artists.
For a complete list of the vendors scheduled for this Saturday visit www.RiverwalkMarketFair.org.
Featured Farmer: Graise Farms
Graise Farms started in 2014 and is co-operated by Tiffany Tripp and Andy Olson. Located in Faribault, they focus on raising animals humanely with access to outdoors, pasture, and human interaction. The farm will have chicken eggs, duck eggs, pork shares, and whole chicken shares for sale every other Saturday. Be sure to take a look at their stand, including this Saturday July 8th.
Featured Artist: Bumbleberry Stitch
Mary Moss of Bumbleberry Stitch creates artfully sewn accessories that are inspired by fresh modern fabrics and a powerful desire to make everything both useful and beautiful. Mary sells many different items at the Riverwalk Market Fair, including, journals, rope bowls, zip pouches, wallets, bags, key fobs, coasters, and many other artful accessories.
Featured Artist: Brad’s Woodworking
Brad Paulson hails from Burnsville, MN and sells beautiful small tables, garbage cans, mirrors, wine racks, dog dishes, and other small items. His work is made from rustic and natural edge woods. He makes tables and smaller items, keeping them as natural as possible. When you take a look at his booth and the work he does you will not be disappointed.
Music on July 8 from Rachel and Christa
The duo of Rachel and Christa both live in Northfield and enjoy playing folk, spiritual, and whatever other kinds of music comes out of their acoustic guitars. The two of them have always have had music running through their veins and are looking forward to performing at the Riverwalk Market Fair.
Vendor list for 7/8
Artists:
Zach Stadler Photography
Essentials by Tracie
Just Me Geralyn & Glass
Wbeelie’s Awesome Natural Products
Angie’s Accessories
Emergent Visions
Seams Knotty
Prairie Creek Pottery
Bumbleberry Stitch
Vagabond Cafe
Trinkett Foundary
Froehle Ceramics
Farmers:
Mississippi Hills Produce
Ruf Acres Farms
Enchanted Woods Maple Syrup
Goodtree Farmstead
Graise Farms
Sogn Valley Produce
Seasons Flowers
Pheng Yang Produce
Crack of Dawn Bakehouse
Martha’s Eats & Treats
Groundwire Coffee
Kris’s Cupcakes
Groveland Confections
Youth:
Avery Johnson
Forest Allen
Aaron Ray and Molly Woods, owners of Enchanted Woods, have been producing maple syrup on their family’s farm for three years. They both are St. Olaf graduates that returned from different seven year excursions. Starting last week, they now also have fresh chicken eggs for sale! The , loves being a part of the community and selling their tasty products at the market fair.
Will Moss creates one of a kind, dark, and whimsical art dolls, hand- printed cards made from stamps. Will’s art pieces are inspired by the things that surround him; films, books, music, art, and animals. He is self-taught and has been making strange and unusual art dolls since 2009.
Angie Frawley, who lives in Lonsdale, MN, has been a cornerstone of the market since 2011. She enjoys making beaded jewelry and headbands for all ages. Her headbands are made with various fabrics and flowers, using both new and upcycled materials, including headbands made from recycled t-shirts. Angie takes pride in making affordable items for any age person.
