New Glasgow Farmers Market
Local, fresh & Flourishing
Tag: Pictou County
Vendor Spotlight- Country Bakers
Meet Rilda….though I highly doubt she needs much of an introduction! Those who have frequented the Market over the past years will be familiar with her amazing baked goods. And for those of you who haven’t tried her goodies yet, it’s time to treat… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Country Bakers”
Music at the Market- Alex Lank
Alex Lank is a Canadian drummer and recent graduate of the St. Francis Xavier University music program. Raised in Nova Scotia, Alex started music early on when he was convinced by his mother to start taking piano lessons at the age of 7. As… Continue Reading “Music at the Market- Alex Lank”
Vendor Spotlight- Art by Dionne
Dionne Lynch is a First Nations artist living in Pictou County, Nova Scotia. Highly influenced by her Mi’ Kmaw culture, Dionne is an unabashed tree hugger, and finds inspiration in nature. Much of her work is wildlife, organic, and woodland themed. Dionne works in… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Art by Dionne”
Vendor Spotlight- Cupcakes and Other Sweet Treats
Janice Chisholm is our resident cupcake artist! When she is at the Market ,her cupcakes always disappear quickly! Married with three grown children, Janice missed having people to bake for when the nest became empty. She became fascinated with these cute little cakes and… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Cupcakes and Other Sweet Treats”
Vendor Spotlight- Snippets
Fibre artist Ruth Mackay gathers snippets from Cobweb Woollies, Lismore Sheep Farm , Briggs & Little, and local thrift stores to pursue her art on the sixth generation Mackay family homestead in Lyon’s Brook, Pictou County. Snippets are textile whimsies created from local and… Continue Reading “Vendor Spotlight- Snippets”
Music at the Market- Ferrona
Ferrona is a musical duo comprised of sisters Lynn and Sandra DeCoste. They are accomplished singers/songwriters who keep their audiences captivated and entertained throughout their performances. Lynn is the younger of the sisters, who sings the lead vocals and plays piano/keyboards. Studying music at… Continue Reading “Music at the Market- Ferrona”
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”
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”
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