Birdhouse Farmers Market Back in Action on May 7th

The Birdhouse Farmers Market returns for its 13th season on Tuesday, May 7th from 3:00 to 6:30 pm, nestled between the Randolph Community Pool and Petronius Jones Park, at 1507 Grayland Avenue.

Approximately 20 Birdhouse Farmers Market vendors will be selling Virginia-grown produce, cut flowers, meat, specialty baked goods, and more each week. The market offers resources and activities for the whole family including composting, cooking demos and a pop-up library.

The best way to keep track of weekly activities is to visit our website where you can subscribe to the Birdhouse Market Newsletter and to follow the market on Facebook and Instagram.

“I am extremely excited to join the Birdhouse Farmers Market board this year. This is an awesome locally focused market right in the middle of the city. It is completely accessible on Tuesday evenings and has a tremendous community feel. Local food should be celebrated and Birdhouse does just that.” Colin Beirne – Marketing Director, Ellwood Thompson’s.

In January, Birdhouse Farmers Market brought on a new Market Manager, Kate Ruby. One of the stalwart advocates of local food and market culture in Richmond, Kate previously managed the Farmers Market at St. Stephen’s and worked to form the Capital Area Farmers Market Association, in an effort to strengthen the Farmers Market community in and around Richmond.

“What a joy to be a part of Birdhouse Farmers Market. For 13 years, this little jewel of a farmers market has always had its own heartbeat. Bringing more than fabulous local foods to the city, Birdhouse Farmers Market creates a warm, welcoming community space every week; one I am proud to serve.”

Birdhouse Farmers Market will host several events this season to support the mission of the market including our popular Fall Farm Dinner, more information to come in June.

ABOUT THE MARKET

Birdhouse Farmers Market is committed to helping local farmers and food providers connect directly to their local customers. Equally, we are dedicated to providing access to fresh, locally grown and/or produced foods to Richmond families, to educate them about nutrition, and to foster a sense of community among people from diverse backgrounds.

2019 Vendors: Agriberry, Amy’s Garden, Back Pocket Provisions, Black Apron, Byrd Farm, Community Produce RVA, Deer Run Farm, Eastern NaturaFoods, Hazel Witch Farm, King of Pops, Mahogany Sweets, Matthew Brazier Photography, Meadow Acre Gardens, My Empanada, Nomaste, Red Cap, River City Bakery, Shirefolk Farm, Sub Rosa Bakery, The Apple Cart, Tomten Farm, Truly Scrumptious, Wild Earth Fermentation.

Photos are available upon request. For more information, contact Kate Ruby at birdhousefarmersmarket@gmail.com.