Fall Farmers Markets Full of Fun and Food
September 10th, 2009 by Angie Marsh
Washington County’s Farmers Markets are offering more than kale and squash this fall; they’re offering free entertainment!
Plan now which days to spend where:
Saturday, Sept. 12: A demonstration of “Artisan Cheese of the Pacific Northwest: A Discovery Guide” by Tami Parr. Parr’s Pacific Northwest Cheese Project blog has become the preeminent source for local cheese news, producer profiles, and cheese reviews. Her guide, Artisan Cheese of the Pacific Northwest, was released this spring, and she will be signing copies.
Saturday, Sept. 19: The 52nd Annual Beaverton Celebration parade kicks off at 10 a.m. and can be viewed from the west end of the market.
Saturday, Sept. 26: The market transforms for “Medieval Market Day.” Enjoy medieval activities, games and demonstrations.
Saturday, Oct. 3: A demonstration of “Deep, Dark Chocolate” by Sara Perry, a food columnist for The Oregonian and author of 12 cookbooks, including the latest about chocolate–what she calls “one of the most important food groups.”
Open Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 24 featuring a mix of performers, such as bluegrass and harp.
Wednesday, Sept. 23:
- Kids Day: Kids can learn about historic houses with coloring sheets and building block houses. Sponsored by the Friends of Historic Forest Grove
- Learn to shop on a budget: Take a tour of the market and meet the vendors, Receive complimentary produce and a recipe, offered in English and Spanish
Wednesday, Sept. 30: Cooking demonstration: Learn how to make a seasonal meal for less than $2 per person
Wednesday, Oct. 14: Abundance Festival: Pumpkin painting, carved Jack-o-lantern contest
Sunday, Sept. 13: Final Chef Live! presentation at 10 a.m. as Suzanne Scalfaro demonstrates how to prepare food sold at the market.
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