Batavia MainStreet Farmers' Market Features University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener on September 2
08-25-2006

Batavia, IL: The Batavia Farmers’ Market continues Saturdays from 8 am – Noon through October 21st on S. Water Street between Wilson Street and First Street in downtown Batavia. The September 2nd upcoming “Nature’s Showcase” theme Market is highlighted by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener Jim Rudny, who will focus on lawns and trees, including information on fall lawn care and proper mulching. Master Gardener Rudny will also include information about the Emerald Ash Borer and ash tree identification. Businesses related to nature and the outdoors are encouraged to reserve a space by calling (630) 761-3528. 2006 The Market is presented by Batavia MainStreet and sponsored by: Harris Bank, Quarry Stone Pond Condominiums and LaSalle Bank.

This year’s popular market features seasonal farmers: Paw Paw Farms (Michigan Fruits), M & D Farms (flowers and produce), Stojan’s Vegetables, Farm Direct Black Angus, and Erehwon Farms (perennial plants, flowers and herbs) with the addition of Gloria’s Gourmet Meats & Eggs (pork and free range eggs), River Valley Kitchen (gourmet mushrooms and sauces). Other food vendors include R. Murphy Cheese, Smiling Fox’s Pepper Company, and Great Harvest Bread Company. Art/Craft seasonal vendors include: Eternal Light Soy Candles, Leslie Farbo & Sandy Brush, and Bee-Attitudes Antiques.

The Market continues to add new vendors weekly and welcomes additional pre-registered food vendors. Market applications for weekly vendors may be requested by calling (630) 761-3528, emailing britta@downtownbatavia.com or by visiting the Batavia MainStreet website at www.downtownbatavia.com. Weekly market participants are charged $15 for a single space or $25 for a double space (if space is available). Space is available for the September 2nd “Nature’s Showcase” and October 7th “Business Day” theme days.

The Batavia MainStreet Program is one of 64 not-for-profit, community based organizations in the state of Illinois. The mission of Batavia MainStreet is to enhance the identity of Batavia’s downtown area as the heart of our community. MainStreet members work through the four points: Design, Economic Restructuring, Organization and Promotion to improve the downtown district. MainStreet volunteers believe the revitalization of Downtown Batavia is essential to our community’s sense of pride, place, and heritage for this and future generations. For more information Batavia MainStreet or to volunteer on any of their four committees: Design, Economic Restructuring, Organization or Promotion, please contact the office at (630) 761-3528 or email britta@downtownbatavia.com.