Canton's Farmers Market Offering Local Produce & Artisans this Sunday!

Things are heating up at the Canton Farmers Market, where you'll find fresh seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, prepared foods, and hand-crafted jewelry that are sourced locally for market-goers. 

This Sunday enjoy market music provided by Ryan Brake on the guitar, and be sure to pick up lunch from Impasto, one of Detroit's most popular food trucks, or a sweet treat from Great Lakes Confections.  There sure are plenty of tasty options that the whole family can enjoy at our Market in Preservation Park.

Plus, the Canton Historical Society and the Canton Cultural Commission will be onsite with great information, as well as experts to answer any questions you may have. While there, check out the historical relics from by-gone eras in the Historical Society's Barn.

Vendor Line-Up

Find many of your Market favorites, along with a few new ones to tryout. A variety of local food growers and producers have signed on to participate throughout our regular season markets. Please note: vendor line-up is subject to change without notice. Check out who is expected in vendors' row this weekend. 

August 29 Vendor Line-Up:
Bittersweet Garden and Bakery - featuring a selection of pastries, desserts, and cakes
Blue Lilac Skincare - featuring lotion, body butter, scrubs, balm, moisturizer and more
Boblin Honey - featuring a variety of honeys such as wildflower, buckwheat and more
The Cheese People of Grand Rapids - Bringing your favorite fromages and other cheese delights
Cookie Lab - specializes in made-from-scratch gourmet cookies in a variety of creative flavors
Deedee Bags - featuring cork bags and purses
Don't Worry Bead Happy - featuring a variety of handmade jewelry
Fowl Creek Farms - featuring fresh cut flower bouquets
Gateway Farm - featuring fresh produce and more
Jessica's Confectionery - featuring chocolate covered treats
Joe's Baked Wells - featuring tasty baked treats
Kapnick Orchards - featuring apples, apple cider, baked goods, and more
Kapolnek Farms - featuring USDA Certified Beef
Ken’s Wood Crafts - featuring wood crafts
Nemeth Greenhouse & Farm - featuring annual flats, fresh produce, cider, donuts and seasonal decor
The Pasta Shop - featuring handmade pasta and sauce
Pick Michigan - featuring produce, eggs, and tortillas
Red Pines - featuring produce
Uniquely Different - featuring crafts/home decor

Live Music at the Market

Talented, local artists will play weekly on the Bartlett-Travis porch from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

August 29: Ryan Brake - This composer, musician, producer, and educator records his own acoustic-style music.  In addition, you can find his music under the moniker 'Tell the People' which is more electronically focused. This busy musician also has other projects in the works as well.

Mark your calendar to see these artists later this season:
September 5: Market Closed
September 12: Nick Fugedi
September 19: Ryan Brake
September 26: Bob Skon

Food Trucks at the Market!

August 29 - This week enjoy lunch and treats from the following vendors: 

• Impasto - Offering unique, authentic Italian street food featuring sandwiches, wraps and Parmesan-truffle fries!
• Great Lakes Confection - It will be love at first bite, when you pick up some tasty treats from Great Lakes Confections. Be sure to visit your favorite Mini Donut Team, who will be onsite serving up hot, fresh-made delights.

Meet 'Ruby' the Cardinal

Have you met Ruby, the Canton Farmers Market Cardinal? Each Sunday Ruby will be flying to a different vendor's booth playing hide and seek.  Be on the lookout for her until the end of the season on October 17.

Kids, if you spot her, tell Market staff to win a cool prize!

Follow Canton Farmers Market on Instagram!

Did you know that we're now on the GRAM? Follow our page for even more market fun. Watch for vendor highlights, market updates, and tips on how to get creative with Market ingredients. Find us at cantonfarmersmarketmi.

Last 'Bites for the Barn' of the Season!

September 14, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Preservation Park
500 N. Ridge Rd.

Tickets are on sale now through September 10 for this final small-plate Community Dinner of the season to benefit Preservation Park. Please note: Tables will again be configured for eight individuals. To be seated at the same table, participants must register together on the same transaction. Seating assignments and priority seating is determined by registration date on a first-come, first-served basis. Beer and wine options will once again be available for purchase onsite. 

To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.cantonfun.org or call 734/394-5460.

Featured Menu Theme: "Tailgating”

• Mr. Pit Master BBQ - Beef Tips
• Grace Savory and Sweet - Buffalo Chicken Salad
• Pizza Pazza - Margarita wood fired pizza
• The Mean Weenie - Detroiter Dog (Bratwurst with Beer Cheese, Bacon, and Pretzel Crumbles)
• Meltdown Creamery - Ice Cream
• Maraschinos Pub: Beer and Wine options for an additional fee
• Musical Performance by: ‘Northville Folk’

Registration: Tickets are on sale online or by calling 734/394-5460.