Sunday, July 16, 2006

Market Looks for Friends

The Caldwell Farmer's Market is beginning to grow... with 16 vendors two weeks ago and about 13 last week. The music, produce and sense of community are fantastic.

To make the market sustainable into the future.... without depending on community grants like the start-up funding received from the Albertson College of Idaho Student Philanthropy Council...the advisory board has decided to form a friends of the market organization.


Next year, income to pay for market management, music, and office supplies would be solely dependant on income from vendor booths without the formation of the friends of the market. In future seasons, the group hopes to provide other services to members of the Friends of the Market, such as discounts on cooking classes or farm tours. Membership levels will be offered from $25-$100.

Those interested in joining the Friends of the Caldwell Farmer’s Market can do so by calling 454-1853.