Tag: Farmers Market

Vendor Spotlight- Knoydart Farm Ltd.

Knoydart Farm Ltd., is owned and operated by Angela, Frazer and Adam Hunter. They are  located at the Antigonish/Pictou County Line in Nova Scotia on Route 245 overlooking the Northumberland Strait with Prince Edward Island in the distance In 1998 they decided to buy the dairy… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Knoydart Farm Ltd.”

It Takes a Community to Make a Market

What is the Farmers Market to you? What does it mean to you and the community around you? What is your favourite thing about the Market? The truth is the Market is everything and everyone. It is the vendors, it is the customers, it… Continue Reading “It Takes a Community to Make a Market”

Vendor Spotlight- Crabby Pants Cloth Diapers

Crabby Pants Cloth Diapers was born shortly after owner Lynnette MacKay’s second child. Her friends loved the diapers she made for her daughter and asked her to make some for them. Lynnette has been sewing most of her life and has a diploma in… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Crabby Pants Cloth Diapers”

Music at the Market- Thomas McCallum

Thomas is a Halifax-based musician whose singer-songwriter stylings have been entertaining Haligonians for five years. Born and raised in Pictou County, Thomas McCallum grew up in Six Mile Brook, and sang in several local choirs, including the Pictou District Honour Choir. He released his… Continue Reading “Music at the Market- Thomas McCallum”

Vendor Spotlight- Gem Creations

Ginny Arnold started making jewellery soon after she moved to Nova Scotia about 10 years ago. It all started when she lost an earring and decided to try to buy some beads to replace it. She was mesmerized by the beautiful selection; thus as she… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Gem Creations”

Market Made Meal- The Burger Challenge

July is is almost upon us (hard to believe, I know) and we’ll be heading straight into BBQ season! To celebrate, we’re dedicating this Market Made Meal to the local burger. We will be joining the Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia on June 28th… Continue Reading “Market Made Meal- The Burger Challenge”

Vendor Spotlight- Big Cove Foods

Big Cove Foods is a small batch food company located just outside New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. “Living in the country has inspired us to learn about growing organic vegetables, tapping maple trees and to learn the art of preservation. We continue to be inspired… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Big Cove Foods”

Music at the Market- Andrew Gillis

Andrew Gillis will be belting the blues for us at the New Glasgow Farmers Market this Saturday, June 27th! Andrew is a man who shoulders a big guitar and even bigger voice. He has steadily been earning his way to the frontlines of the Pictou… Continue Reading “Music at the Market- Andrew Gillis”

Vendor Spotlight- Piedmont Pottery

Local, handcrafted pottery, just one of the many unique and beautiful items you will find at the New Glasgow Farmers Market every week. #ngfarmmarket

Music at the Market- Amelia Parker

Many of you know and have met Amelia and if not, you will likely recognize her from the market as she plays for us frequently and was recently with us on our opening day on May 16th. Amelia is 9 years old and lives… Continue Reading “Music at the Market- Amelia Parker”