NOTICES & UPDATES
We are in the process of adding new vendors, which will likely take place over the next several weeks or so. Some vendors will have produce, along with other food items. We will include updates in the weekly newsletter, and you can also get up-to-the-minute notices on the market's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lewfm.org
BARTERS' CORNER UPDATE
In last week's newsletter we introduced the concept of a Barters' Corner (see Reminders section below for further details). Our first response came from a person who said:
- Mari Ann of Yellow Creek Weavers will not be at market this week. She will return on June 20th.
- Kids & Krafts (available starting at about 3:45), where the kids can have loads of fun so you can leisurely shop the market
- Many food and non-food items
- and a list of vendors who accept credit cards
We are in the process of adding new vendors, which will likely take place over the next several weeks or so. Some vendors will have produce, along with other food items. We will include updates in the weekly newsletter, and you can also get up-to-the-minute notices on the market's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lewfm.org
BARTERS' CORNER UPDATE
In last week's newsletter we introduced the concept of a Barters' Corner (see Reminders section below for further details). Our first response came from a person who said:
My passion in life is sustainable living with includes gardening, homesteading etc. So I have been learning tons about that. I know how to fix computers and have worked in the IT field for years. As for what I need, anything to do with gardening and homesteading.
This sounds like a great opportunity for folks to connect with one another and share skills. If you have gardening skills and need IT help and would like to connect with this person you may email us and we will forward your info. Or, if you have other skills or items you would like to barter email us and we will add you to our Barters' Corner. Email us at lewfmlocal@gmail.com
REMINDERS
While some of you are long-time readers of the newsletter, people who are new to the market are reading the newsletter for the first time; therefore, the Reminders section is included each week so new folks can see what's happening around the market and around town.
BRIGHT IDEA
While we would like to take credit for the following Bright Idea, alas we can't. This Bright Idea was submitted by Kerry Wood, Pastor of Cheviot United Methodist Church. For his Bright Idea Kerry will receive five Market Bucks, which he can spend at any of the vendor booths. If you would like to receive free Market Bucks, email us your Bright Idea and if it is chosen for inclusion in the newsletter you, too, will receive five Market Bucks. Email your Bright Idea to lewfmlocal@gmail.com
Barters' Corner Do you have a skill or talent that you could teach to others? Perhaps you know how to grow your own food, or how to preserve the abundance of summer produce and could share that knowledge with others. Maybe you have extra gardening tools, or canning or other food related equipment you are willing to share. You can put your skills and/or unused equipment to good use by bartering with others who want what you have and have what you want.
If you wish to participate in the Barters' Corner email us at lewfmlocal@gmail.com.
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PRE-ORDER AND SAVE $$$
Would you like to save $$$ on your food
purchases while not compromising on quality? We thought your answer
would be yes, so we devised a way for you to accomplish this. During
the summer market season, a number of our vendors will be participating
in Pre-order and Save $$$. Following are examples of the promotions that two vendors will be offering: Angelia’s Homemade Pies (& more) will be offering a 10% discount on all pre-ordered baked goods. Learning to Live Sustainably (L2LS): After customers
have pre-ordered a total of 12 loaves of bread they will receive their 13th loaf free.
As if Saving $$$ isn't enough, Pre-ordering has
additional bonuses for both customers and vendors. When you pre-order
your items you are ensured that your favorite foods will not be sold out
before you arrive at market. Additionally, pre-ordering cuts down on
waste of perishable foods. When you let your favorite vendors know in
advance what items you want to purchase, the vendors can then
produce/harvest the quantities needed to supply their customers.
Furthermore, our already-overly-busy vendors can use their time to make
what their customers most want. Stop by your favorite vendors' booths
to inquire about how to Pre-order and Save $$$.
As more vendors become involved in the Pre-order and Save $$$ promos we will highlight them in future newsletters. You can also see up-to-the-minute news on the market's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lewfm.org
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The Whys & Hows of Eating Local: A Series That Takes the Mystery Out of Eating LocalWhile some of you are long-time readers of the newsletter, people who are new to the market are reading the newsletter for the first time; therefore, the Reminders section is included each week so new folks can see what's happening around the market and around town.
BRIGHT IDEA
While we would like to take credit for the following Bright Idea, alas we can't. This Bright Idea was submitted by Kerry Wood, Pastor of Cheviot United Methodist Church. For his Bright Idea Kerry will receive five Market Bucks, which he can spend at any of the vendor booths. If you would like to receive free Market Bucks, email us your Bright Idea and if it is chosen for inclusion in the newsletter you, too, will receive five Market Bucks. Email your Bright Idea to lewfmlocal@gmail.com
Barters' Corner Do you have a skill or talent that you could teach to others? Perhaps you know how to grow your own food, or how to preserve the abundance of summer produce and could share that knowledge with others. Maybe you have extra gardening tools, or canning or other food related equipment you are willing to share. You can put your skills and/or unused equipment to good use by bartering with others who want what you have and have what you want.
If you wish to participate in the Barters' Corner email us at lewfmlocal@gmail.com.
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NEW AT THIS SUMMER'S MARKET
PRE-ORDER AND SAVE $$$
Bread varieties sold by L2LS Click image to enlarge |
Jenny of Angela's Homemade Pies |
As more vendors become involved in the Pre-order and Save $$$ promos we will highlight them in future newsletters. You can also see up-to-the-minute news on the market's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lewfm.org
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Although this series has already begun, it's not too late to attend the remaining session. Also, note that the series will repeat; therefore, you can pick up any session when they are offered the next time.
When: Tuesdays March 25, April 29, May 27, June 24 *
Where: Cheviot
United Methodist Church
3820 Westwood Northern Blvd. 45211
Cost: $10 (free) per session**,
$30 (free) for series**
Student rate; $5 (free) per session**, $15 (free) for series**
Presented by Learning to Live Sustainably,
with support from Lettuce Eat Well Farmers’ Market
*We encourage participants to
attend all four sessions; nevertheless, each session is stand alone and
participants may pick and choose which sessions they wish to attend. Sessions 1 & 2 cover the Whys. Sessions 3 & 4 cover the Hows. Series is scheduled to be repeated the last
Tuesdays of July through October.
**The sessions are essentially
free because each participant will receive 10, 30, 5, or 15 free Market Bucks, redeemable at any
vendor booth at Lettuce Eat Well Farmers’ Market.
Thanks to the folks at Cheviot
UMC for allowing the program to be held at their church.
To RSVP or for further information, call (513) 481-1914 or email mary.learningtolivesustainably@gmail.com
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SPECIAL VOLUNTEER REQUEST: If you have experience in developing software programs and/or web based online ordering systems we would love to hear from you. To learn more, please email us Here.
WANTED: VOLUNTEERS. We're always looking for volunteers! If you're available to lend a hand at the Market any time between 1:30pm and 7:30pm on Fridays, or during the week for more behind the scenes activities, check out the link below to contact us!
VENDORS: We currently have openings for a meat vendor, produce vendors, and vendors offering value added items. If you are interested or know someone who might be, you may email us through the link below.
Vendors/Volunteers Click Here!
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