Sweetwater Local Foods Market
Saturday, February 9th, 9:00am to 1:00pm
Mercy Health Partners/Hackley Health at the Lakes
On 6401 Harvey St. at US31/Pontaluna Rd. Exit. 1st Bldg North of Pontaluna Rd.
We accept Bridge Cards Year Round!
Winter Market Schedule:
Open Saturday, February 9th & 23rd.
Closed February 2nd & 16th.
Attending this week’s market:
Shady Side Farm of Holland
Mike from Shady Side Farm will be at Saturday’s market with his certified organic dry beans. He will also have wool socks and mittens along for those who have cold feet and hands. He’ll also have along a few Needle Felting Starter Kits. These kits include almost everything you need to get started with the popular art of needle felting. Just add video tutorials (available on YouTube) and bandaids. This week’s bean special will be 2-lb. bags of October Beans. October Beans are a member of the Cranberry Bean family, and have a slightly sweet, nutty flavor. This week they will be available for $10, regularly $11.50.
Maple Moon Farm of Shelby
We dug carrots yesterday and we were very excited to touch soil again. Winter carrots are so sweet and are our favorite carrots. We have 1# and 5# bags available. (Check out pictures of the harvest on our FB page )
The hoop has been staying cold and not much is growing, so we are doubtful of having greens this week. The February days are growing longer, and more sun and rising temperatures means lots of growth is just around the corner. The time of abundance is coming soon!
Our potatoes continue to store well. We have Red La Soda in abundance, and the last of our All Blue and German Butterball.
Amanda’s Herbals: We burn wood for heat, and it makes for dry air in the house. We keep ourselves well hydrated (and healthy!) with our herbal teas. We also use our creams to keep our skin moist and protected. Our herbal products contribute to health in all seasons. We have salves, creams, lip balms, and teas.
PRE-ORDER ONLY:We have pastured, non-GMO pork products. If you haven’t tasted our bacon, you’re missing out! We have ground breakfast sausage, Canadian bacon, cottage bacon, and sliced bacon available, all in 1# packages. Please email maplemoonfarm@gmail.com by Friday evening with your order.
Earthscape Farm of Hesperia
VEGGIES ~ Butternut WINTER SQUASH (they are keeping very well!). Cabbage – red, smooth green, and Savoy. Potatoes ~ Red Norland, White (Kennebec, Russet, Bintje, Augusta) and Fingerling Potatoes. We have really nice ones and some seconds.
Eggs ~ our own, and we will be selling Nic and Carolyn’s (Crow Feather Farm) eggs, too.
The BOBIER BEEF Story ~ Our steers and cows were born on our Farm, as were their great-great-great Grandmothers. We’ve been doing rotational pastures since the 70’s. We only buy bulls for breeding, and they come from reputable farmers in Michigan. Our cows raise their own calves until they are weaned at about 9 months. We raise our own hay, plus what we buy comes from our own neighborhood so we know how it was grown. Our cattle have access to 3-5 acre yards through the winter, with some barn access, fresh water, bedding straw, and all the hay they can eat. The steers get minimal amounts of homegrown and ground grain during the colder months (like Dessert!). We think this makes our beef tasty and tender, with all the benefits of grass-fed beef, too!
At the market this week:
We have a large supply of meaty and marrowy SOUP BONES again this week. Winter is the time to make bone broth.
Ground beef 1 lb pkgs, or our ground special below.
PRE-ORDER OUR GROUND BEEF SPECIAL to be sure to get some! 10 packages for $48.
New item! Ground Beef Patties! 1/4 lb each, 2-4 to a package
Ground Sirloin
Bone-In: Rib, T-Bone and Porterhouse Steaks
Boneless: Tenderloin – Do a stir-fry with a small package or grill some larger steaks!
Boneless: NY Strip, Sirloin and RibEye Steaks
Roasts: Rolled Rump, Arm and Chuck
Stew Meat
Swiss Steak & Round Steak
Short Ribs, also good for meaty soups
Tongue, Liver and Heart
SOUP BONES!
ORGANIC OLIVE OIL ~ Fair Trade, too! Imported by Higher Grounds in Traverse City
New Shipment: HIGHER GROUNDS COFFEE in 1# bags. Certified organic, Fair Trade. Various types, beans or ground, dark or light roast, full caf, half caf or decaf. Try a cup at the Sweetwater Market table!
Laughing Tree Brick Oven Bakery of Hart
Our good friend Debbie says her freezer stock of Toasted Walnut Batards has run out so its time to restock. Also, Chili Cheddar loaves should help warm up a frozen winter afternoon and Lemon Scones will be the order of the day. If you haven’t already and feel so moved, take a look at our facebook page for general bread info, occasional video snippets, and links to interesting local businesses. We continue to take pre-orders, which we’d love to receive by no later than Wednesday at noon. Email charlie@laughingtreebakery.com or call 231-873-9820.
This week’s goodies:
Mountain Crunch Granola (pure vanilla, toasted almonds, and organic coconut oil) and Laughing Tree Peanut Butter Granola (all-natural PB, pure vanilla, and Michigan honey).
Both of these granolas are baked in our wood-fired brick oven after the intense bread-baking heat has dissipated (after several days). They are baked at a low temperature to ensure that the nutrients in the grains and seeds remain intact! Please note, these granolas are SWEETENED ONLY WITH MICHIGAN HONEY! There is absolutely no refined sugar in them.
OUR EIGHT WEEKLY BREAD VARIETIES:
Homesteader’s Wheat (An extraordinary light wheat bread with a wonderfully chewy crust) $5.00
Oceana Round ( Rustic Italian country bread) $5.00
Third Coast Three Seed (Sunnies, Sesames, and Flax in a light wheat) $5.50
The Michigander (made with Michigan-grown whole wheat—dark and soulful) $5.50
Annie’s Raisin Spice (sweet organic raisins, organic cinnamon, and freshly ground cardamon) $6.00
Griff’s 8-Grain (Hearty, hearty! Eight organic grains and a bit of Michigan honey) $6.50
Finn’s Pecan Raisin Pecan (Jam packed with pecans and organic raisins) $8.25
100% whole grain Kamut: Light and moist with a fruity flavor, a great loaf for folks with wheat sensitivities. $6.00
SPECIALTY BREAD BAKE SCHEDULE
Toasted Walnut Batard: (aromatic toasted walnuts lend a lovely nuttiness and a purple hue to this versatile batard) $6.50
Chile Cheddar Whoa-homegrown, pickled jalapeno peppers coupled with mild cheddar cheese makes for great flavor with a little kick. Fresh or toasted, great as an accompaniment to soup or chili. $8.00
Pastries available for Saturday:
Cranberry Orange Scones
Truly Ginger Scones
Michigan Cherry Scones
Lovely Lemon Scones
(All our scones are $2.25 each* and are handmade with our own fresh eggs, organic cream, and organic butter)
Deep Mud Brownies $2.75 each* Our brownies are made with extraordinary Callebaut dark chocolate, our own fresh eggs, and Michigan grown organic barley flour—they are amazing!!
Orange Mud Brownies $2.75 each* Deep Mud infused with Pecans dried, candied oranges.
Liberty Family Farm of Hart
Hoop house Offerings
Arugula, lettuce and Spinach! Limited selection so please come early.
Hoping for more sun in these next few weeks.
FARM FRESH EGGS!!!! * Large variety of Grass-fed Lamb and Pork next market.
Bakery Offerings
New! Valentine Cookies & Treats
New! German Chocolate Brownie
Multi Grain Rolls, Ciabatta, Challah Bread and more….
Delicious Quiches made with fresh greens and organic cheddar cheese,
organic cream and organic eggs.
Full Selection of Breakfast Cookies—Gluten Free Avail.
Morning Glory Muffins, Hazelnut Chocolate Muffins.
Butternut Squash Galettes and more….
Looking forward to seeing you at the market. Ask Tim about the
National Sheep Shearing Competition he participated in.
Creswick Farms of Ravenna
Pasture Raised, Antibiotic & Hormone Free, Artisanal Meats
Need Eggs? Come early before they are sold out!
Brown and beautiful! Fresh Squeezed Daily!!! The girls are working hard but it’s that short time of year. Please only order what you need so that everyone can get some!
Grassfed Beef Steaks, Roasts, Stew Meat and Ground Beef – we got em!
Sweet Swine O’mine Pastured Pork Chops, Tenderloins, Steaks, Roast – So many choices! Handcrafted Sausages – Bratwurst, Kielbasa, Breakfast links, etc. Carolina Style Pulled Pork
Tired of cooking? Try our pulled pork, just add your favorite BBQ sauce, warm it up and go! We are offering it without sauce so you can tailor to your own taste, also store bought pulled pork has sauce added to lower the price. 1 pound packages. $8.00/lb.
Need Bacon to go with the eggs? We’ve got that too – Apple & Hickory Smoked, Apple/Cinnamon, Black Pepper & Garlic and Cajun!
For a current price list of our products, please follow this link: http://www.creswickfarms.com/pricelist.html
Hickory Ridge Family Farm of Ferry
We’ll be at market this week with a freezer-full of our heritage pork! Raised on pasture, our pigs get 60% of their diet from foraging. We’ll have all cuts: bacon, pork chops, pork steaks, ham roasts, ham slices, ham hocks, ground pork in one pound pkgs, shoulder roasts and our newest product – Smoked Ham Ends & Pieces! Use for flavoring all your soups, stews and casseroles. This week stop by to see a cooking demo on how to make soup stock using our Ham Ends & Pieces and Shady Side Hutterite beans! We’ll also have our whole heritage breed Freedom Ranger chickens.
Saving Face Organics of Fruitport
Less than two years ago Susie Meyers became concerned about all the unknown chemicals in her body care products. She started to make her own, and then give samples away. Reaction was immediate and so overwhelmingly positive she started making cleansers, make-ups, masks, scrubs and lotions.
Did you know? Regular antiperspirants clog the pores so sweat is not released causing your body to store unhealthy toxins in the nearest fat tissue (your breast) thus believed to be one of the causes of breast cancer. Also, some contain aluminum based compounds that cause estrogen like effects and estrogen has the ability to cause breast cancer! Perspiration is actually odorless; the key is to stop bacteria from growing before it starts to stink! SFO’s deodorant is made from organic ingredients that eradicates smell, inhibits the growth of bacteria and balances the secretion of sebum. Scented with natural essential oils of lavender and clary sage. Regularly $7, but for one day only Feb 9 at Sweetwater Market, these will be on sale for $6!
Bees & Botanicals of Spring Lake
Pretty, Practical, Eco-friendly and Organic!
100% Michigan beeswax candles; natural, bright, clean and long burning for these long Winter nights.
Certified Organic Soap with only essential oils; Lavender, Lavender Citrus, Honey, Shea & Oats, Simply Rosemary,
Lemongrass Tea and Orange, Vanilla & Oats available, Oats & Spice
Pretty draw Cord embroidered bag with 2 oz. bar available in the Orange, Vanilla & Oats and Lavender (make nice gifts)
Fragrant and versatile Lavender – Organza, embroidered, and hand colored organic Lavender Sachets. Add natural fragrance to
drawers, closets, clothing in storage, travel bags, desk drawers… it smells sweet, clean & fresh but also known to be a natural
relaxant and moth deterrent. Add one to your wool yarn basket if you’re a knitter.
Fun new wine cork key chains, cards and tags
Pet Chef Lakeshore
Barb Pitcher, vendor of all natural dog and cat food, treats and dog chews.
Pet Chef Express quality dry kibble pet food. Made with high quality, human grade proteins, no meat byproducts, seven different vegetables, kelp, flax, oatmeal for healthy immune systems, pre- and probiotics for digestive health, omega 6 & 3 oils for a shiny healthy coat, glucosamine/chondroitin for joint health, low temperature cooking process to .prevent heat damage. Contains NO artificial preservatives, NO wheat, corn, soy, cereal fillers, artificial coloring.
Six specialty formulas for dogs with sensitive digestion and food allergies to cater to your pet’s need from weaning through all life stages, and three formulas for cats.
Pet Chef Express food is manufactured FRESH each month, available at the market or I deliver direct to the consumer with FREE HOME DELIVERY. Not available in retail stores, never sits in warehouses.
Pet Chef Lakeshore, health food that’s just gone to the Dogs..and Cats
Friends of the Market
If you would like to become a Friend of the Market for a suggested donation of $20.00, which entitles you to a free cup of coffee at every market you attend for a full year, please see me at the market this Saturday! We will also have Higher Grounds Coffee by the Cup for a suggested donation of $1.00.
Diana Jancek
Market Manager
Contact info: (231)292-1152, dijaan1@charter.net
We are a BRIDGE CARD market!