tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633Sun, 27 May 2012 16:44:38 +0000Emily KurnFresh International Gardensvendor applicationsfundraiseryouth boothcauliflowerAmy LouBird TLCBCATap Rootfarmers marketBon AppetitAlaska GrownSpenard Farmers MarketmusicartistsQuest CardAlaska ShrimpemploymentREAPhot Dishfood assistancewaterRob KinneenSpenardBird Treatment and Learning CenterAlaska cooking recipearts and craftsinfo boothAlaska Chefvegetableskids can craftgardeningKids DayRhubarb cookbookAnchorageAskanExpertFood assistance programACEfarmers markets AnchorageNational Dairy MonthSpring Creek FarmThe Spenard Farmer's Market will begin on Saturday May 19th in the Chilkoot Charlie's parking lot in beautiful, downtown Spenard, Alaska. The market will run from 10-2 through September 29.http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/noreply@blogger.com (AK jellyfish)Blogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-6853199027485370992Thu, 24 May 2012 16:29:00 +00002012-05-24T08:29:33.264-08:00 Even if you are planning to go out of town for this Memorial Day weekend, stop by the Market first thing Saturday morning for road trip food and a cup of fresh, hot coffee! The Spenard Farmer's Market will be open from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. One of the highlights Saturday is Marshmelanies returning to the market with gourmet marshmallows including flavors like strawberry lemonade and dirty http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2012/05/full-market-for-long-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-6517346072515357151Fri, 18 May 2012 15:58:00 +00002012-05-18T07:58:27.352-08:00 Opening Day is FINALLY here! Saturday, May 19 With a record setting winter you deserve a day at the Spenard Farmer's Market! Weather it's plant starts you're looking for or just to start your day off right with a stroll through the Market sipping a fresh, hot cup of coffee, we'll have it for you at the Spenard Farmer's Market, Saturday, May 19. Wild Rose Alaska will be helping to http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2012/05/opening-day-is-finally-here.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-2378879622195522499Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:45:00 +00002012-05-17T08:17:28.746-08:00 ADN Market Fresh column link! *For Vendor information, please see the VENDOR page using the Tab above   2012 Event Schedule 9:00 - 2:00 May 19 - OPENING DAY  May 26 - Celebrate Spenard Day  June 2 - Garden Starters and Seedling Day June 9 – Music at the Market June 16 – Kids Day  June 23 – International Foods at the Market Day  June 30 – BIKE or BUS to the Market Day  July 7 -  http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2012/03/welcome-to-2012-spenard-farmers-market.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-7757722451265115768Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:27:00 +00002011-10-03T09:33:14.071-08:00 As we say goodbye to our second successful season, we also want to say THANK YOU to all of our supporters, primarily Chilkoot Charlie's. Without Chilkoot's GENEROUS donation of the Market parking lot, storage area, power supplies and support the Market would not be able to offer low cost vendor booths and a FANTASTIC location with plenty of FREE parking for our customers! Thank you to our http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/10/thank-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-6655494070664989144Tue, 20 Sep 2011 19:47:00 +00002011-09-20T11:47:17.355-08:00 The first $20 in Quest card purchases will be matched $20. That's $40 to spend on  FRESH ALASKAN PRODUCE at the Spenard Farmer's Market! Limit one per Quest card holder per day; the last two Saturdays of the season  (September 24 and October 1, 2011) http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/09/food-stamp-match.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-567363833888705454Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:52:00 +00002011-09-07T11:10:08.606-08:00 Seth Dinkel assists Chef Rob Kinneen with selecting locally sourced, Market fresh food. Fresh picked Carrots glow with nutrients in the Spring Creek Farm booth. Lesley Dinkel of Dinkel’s Veggies reports from the farm that “we are seeing numbers drop with zucchini.  Customers should take note that there is less available and arrive at market early for best selection. We have an http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/09/tis-season-to-load-up-on-your-veggies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-5169609996520884285Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:14:00 +00002011-08-11T11:22:16.035-08:00 Do you have the best salmon tacos recipes? Do you grow the biggest zucchinis on the block? The Spenard Farmers Market with Anchorage Food Mosaic is pleased to announce the 2nd annual Eat Local Contest! We are seeking the BEST photos and recipes featuring Alaska Grown fare. Send us your photos or recipes of how you eat LOCAL and you could win great prizes from restaurants and gourmet food http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/08/eat-local-contest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Katheryn Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-1580082754196159445Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:54:00 +00002011-08-08T09:57:15.702-08:00farmers marketfarmers markets AnchorageSpenard Building a Sense of Community Under the WindmillA Farmers Market creates a vibrant public gathering place that builds community pride and spirit by bringing together a cross-section of the residents within the community and enjoying the shared experiences of the setting. We appreciate your continued support of the Spenard Farmer’s Markets and it’s many changing, dedicated and talented vendors! http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/08/community.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-7667882158377204416Wed, 03 Aug 2011 22:26:00 +00002011-08-03T14:32:05.806-08:00cauliflowerfarmers marketAnchoragefarmers markets Anchorage<!--StartFragment-->Saturday, August 6 is “Pets Day” at the Spenard Farmer’s Market! Volunteers from Animal Care and Control center will be at the market with dogs that are ready to find new families. Adopt A Dog AK, a local nonprofit animal rescue group that saves dogs from being the euthanasia list will also be at the market with adorable dogs, eligible for adoption. In addition to handing out http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/08/its-pets-day-at-spenard-farmers-market.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-773732510664544744Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:20:00 +00002011-07-31T11:26:18.870-08:00Spenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketfarmers markets AnchorageIt's the peak of the Market Season. Bring your market bags and shop early next Saturday starting at 9am! There is a wide variety of FRESH veggies, flowers, food and incredible arts and crafts from over 45 vendors!Carrots and Sunflowers from Spring Creek FarmsTomatoes from Glacier Valley FarmsFresh cut flowers and Cauliflower from Alisa at Grass Roots!http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/look-at-color-from-yesterdays-market.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-7889636770861658674Thu, 28 Jul 2011 05:41:00 +00002011-07-27T21:49:50.516-08:00Spenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketAnchoragefarmers markets AnchorageSpenardChilkoot Charlie’s will be setting up for the second in their Outdoor Summer Concert Series. The majority of our Market parking lot (that Chilkoot’s generously donates to our Market) is needed for the concert. Plenty of FREE customer parking will be available behind LaMex. Market hours will remain the same 9-2. <!--StartFragment-->Saturday, July 30 is Island Style Day at the Spenard Farmer’s http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/customer-parking-behind-la-mex-on.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-4029507151365341011Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:49:00 +00002011-07-22T16:03:00.047-08:00Rob KinneenAlaska ShrimpAlaska ChefBon AppetitAlaska cooking recipe<!--StartFragment-->BON APPETIT HITS THE STREETS!Rob Kinneen, Alaskan Chef will be demonstrating a locally sourced dish of Alaskan Carbonara from the days market selections, with an International flair! Come check this out and receive a FREE gift from Spenard Builders Supply, sponsors of the Bon Appetit Gourmet Cooking Series -while supplies last. Alaskan Carbonara from Chef Rob KinneenA hearty http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/bon-appetit-gourmet-cooking-series.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-9173535952807257920Wed, 20 Jul 2011 18:30:00 +00002011-07-20T10:40:38.776-08:00Fresh International GardensSpenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketfarmers markets Anchoragefood assistanceROB KINNEEN, Alaskan Chef will be at the Spenard Farmer's Market Saturday, July 23 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pmA Farmers Market creates a vibrant public gathering place that builds community pride and spirit by bringing together a cross-section of the residents within the community and enjoying the shared experiences of the setting. We appreciate your continued support of the Spenard Farmer’s Markets http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/blog-post.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-8191041950535469097Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:02:00 +00002011-07-14T18:10:09.066-08:00If you've ever been a customer of the Spenard Farmer's Market, please take a few minutes and fill out our Customer Survey (Click here to take survey). Our UAA Intern, Cathy, is conducting these surveys to help us gain more information about what you want to see at the Market. You will also be able to fill out this survey at the Market on July 16 and July 23, stop by the info booth if you'd http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/customer-survey.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Minsk!)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-1489000724045603516Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:41:00 +00002011-07-12T15:48:22.547-08:00Spenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketfarmers markets AnchorageThank you for your continued support of the SFM. When you shop with our local farmers and growers you are helping to sustain the Spenard Farmers Market’s vision of increased access to fresh local food and other products. Your purchases generate a more reliable income for small farmers and other local producers and supports sustainable local economies.It’s Alaska Botanical Garden Day at the http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/your-purchases-at-market-support.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-157934764323990082Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:14:00 +00002011-07-05T14:12:38.572-08:00Spenard Farmers MarketAnchoragefarmers markets AnchorageACEREAPBCAThe Veggies are here, the veggies are here! Glacier Valley Farms with their lovely GREEN lettuce at the Spenard Farmer's Market.We have another full Market with over 40 vendors for July 9 and will be hosting Sustainable Spenard Day! Community service booths include the Bicycle Commuters of Anchorage, Alaska Center for the Environment, REAP and Chugach Electric. We will have CFL recycling along http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/07/creating-sustainable-community.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-7584581556279277556Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:02:00 +00002011-06-28T10:06:04.382-08:00Spenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketAlisa Baker of Grass Roots reports, “we will be bringing pre-cut mixed flower arrangements, as well as pick-and-choose flower arrangements including irises, forget-me-nots, lilies, yarrow, and calendula. We will also have cut herbs, rhubarb, and tomato and cucumber plants.” <!--EndFragment-->This Saturday July 2nd Spenard Farmer’s Market is hosting RED, WHITE & BLUE Day for an ALL-AMERICAN http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/06/showing-your-support.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-4342026581810877531Sun, 26 Jun 2011 01:58:00 +00002011-06-25T18:03:24.510-08:00Bird TLCSpenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketBird Treatment and Learning Center<!--StartFragment-->On Saturday 6/25 from 9 AM-2 PM, the Spenard Farmer’s Market hosted the Bird Treatment and Learning Center’s incredible birds throughout the day. Ginamaria Smith, the Bird Treatment and Learning Center Education Committee Co-Chairperson organized for over 10 different birds as special guests to visit the Market including “Avery” the Stellar Jay, “Fang” a Boreal Owl, “Flame” a http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/06/bird-tlc-day-at-spenard-farmers-market.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-7443592206897518878Tue, 21 Jun 2011 04:09:00 +00002011-06-20T20:17:10.050-08:00Bird TLCNational Dairy Monthfarmers marketfarmers markets AnchorageIan with Alaska Shave Ice also sells handmade T-Shirts that say "It's Always Sunny in Spenard!"<!--StartFragment-->The Spenard Farmer’s Market is celebrating National Dairy Month, Alaska style, by featuring the locally made goodness of our favorite Alaskan creamery. On June 25th from 9am-2pm, Matanuska Creamery will be offering market samples of Milk (1% and Whole) & Cookies! Also sample their http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/06/national-dairy-month-and-bird-tlc-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-8544536297912420537Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:34:00 +00002011-06-15T08:53:11.614-08:00Spenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketfarmers markets AnchorageKids DayWhat a GREAT Jazz Fest Saturday we had with the Jazz Parade being VERY Spenardian! Spenard Farmer’s Market is having a “Kids Day” event June 18th from 9am-2pm. Bring the whole family out under the windmill Saturday for special events for Kids-of-All-Ages, as well as 45 vendors, information booths, food, and live music by the popular group UltraLuscious. Home Depot will have a Make it/Take it http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/06/kids-day-is-for-kids-of-all-ages.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-6414059979742901703Sun, 29 May 2011 16:23:00 +00002011-06-07T09:46:11.167-08:00Alaska GrownvegetablesSpenard Farmers Marketarts and craftsfarmers markets AnchorageSpenardVolunteer Market Operations Chair, Jae Shin with "Star" SFM 2010 and SFM 2011!<!--StartFragment-->This week you can hear the friends and volunteers of the Spenard Farmer’s Market shouting “The Farmers are coming, the Farmers are coming!” We are excited to welcome <!--StartFragment--> Mimi Rooney of Alaska Pacific University’s Spring Creek Farm, Allie Barker and Jed Workman of Chugach Farm fromhttp://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/05/reminder-to-all-friends-of-spenard.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-25264722281440444Sat, 28 May 2011 07:00:00 +00002011-05-27T23:12:06.815-08:00Congratulations!Congratulations to the winners of party favors at Joe Spenard's Birthday Party on May 21st. Winners should check their email and swing by the market this week to claim their prize!$10 Gift Certificate to Bella Boutique Irene Persson-Gamble, Jeff Jasper, Bonnie Sherer$20 Gift Certificate to Spenard Roadhouse Lisa http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/05/joe-spenards-birthday-party-favors.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Katheryn Powers)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-5511582485363258025Mon, 23 May 2011 16:45:00 +00002011-05-23T09:11:57.504-08:00Quest CardFood assistance programSpenard Farmers Marketfarmers marketfood assistanceOrganizers of the Spenard Farmer's Market knew it was important to expand the emerging farmers markets and make available to residents throughout the Anchorage area, as much Alaska grown foods as possible. The next step in the growth of the Spenard Farmer's Market was to offer these locally grown foods to Alaskans utilizing food assistance benefits. Since the Spenard Farmer's Market is the most http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/05/new-sfm-food-assistance-handbook.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (cindy shake)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-2387023262646927875Mon, 25 Apr 2011 00:40:00 +00002011-04-24T16:45:44.246-08:00The new 2011 Spenard Farmers Market poster is here and ready to be downloaded. Put this poster up to bring people down to the market this summer to buy fresh Alaskan veggies, seafood, meats, jams, honey and amazing art from fellow Alaskans.http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/04/get-your-2011-market-poster-here.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Katheryn Powers)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4158729258758351633.post-9022275740199982292Fri, 15 Apr 2011 05:03:00 +00002011-04-14T21:03:58.410-08:00employmentinfo boothSpenard Farmers Market is seeking a staff person to work at the “Info Booth” on Saturdays from May 21 to October 1, 2011, 8am-3pm. We were chosen by the Department of Health & Human Services and Division of Agriculture to participate in a pilot project to accept Quest cards (also known as SNAP or a food stamp debit cards). The salary is $14/hour with no benefits; paperwork is managed by the http://www.spenardfarmersmarket.org/2011/04/spenard-farmers-market-is-hiring.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (AK jellyfish)1