Farmers Market Offers Fresh Local Produce, Sweets, Crafts

The Huntley Farmers Market’s season is here with returning vendors as well as new vendors.

The Farmers Market has vendors offering everything from duck eggs to organic gluten free cinnamon rolls to homemade dog treats.

Throughout the season, the village of Huntley profiles vendors through its E-news weekly newsletter. Here, The Growing Scene, Inc. is introduced:

     The Growing Scene, Inc. has been a lifetime dream for Kathleen Carr.  Kathleen began her business at the young age of 11 by growing and selling vegetables at the same family location.  Kathleen then pursued her educational goals, earning an Agricultural Sciences degree from Texas A&M University.  She taught horticulture and worked for three of the most well respected nurseries in the Midwest.  Finally, in 1996, with the help of her husband Chris, Kathi's dream became a reality with the opening of The Growing Scene, Inc. With the continued support of Chris and her three children, the business has grown to include a Garden Center, Landscaping Company and Farm Stand.  Through the Huntley Farmer's Market, her daughters, Mary and Sarah, have developed a love of helping customers, and have learned the value of hard work and the importance of honesty and integrity.  The Carr family looks forward to seeing you at this week's market.

Here’s a complete list of vendors at the Farmers Market, held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday at Coral and Church streets:

Bergman Farms

brown chicken eggs, duck eggs 

Breadsmith

breads, cookies, muffins, scones, cinnamon rolls, Foccacia 

Brookdale Road Farm

veggies and fruits, herbs, flowers, frozen beef 

DD Delights

natural, organic gluten free cinnamon rolls, breads (9 grain, flaxseed, cheddar, pumpkin, apple strudel) triple berry pies, patriot pies, assorted muffins, brownies 

Delicja Inc.

homemade Polish baked goods (breads, pastries, cookies, cakes) frozen pierogi, blintz, dumplings 

Gourmet on the Go

BBQ sauces, rubs, mustards, marinades, dressings

Gramps Gourmet Foods

sweet pickles (6 varieties), sour dill pickles (6 varieties), pickled beets (5 varieties); Apple Pie in a Jar, hot mustards, Wisconsin maple syrup

The Growing Scene

fruits and veggies from Goebberts Farm Market

The Jam Lady

jams, Jellies, honey sticks

Laura's Kitchen and Mentoring Gardens

biscotti, granola (gluten free & sugar free), vegetable jams, humus, pickled vegetables, chutneys, lemon/anise knots, herb crackers for dips

Ledfoot's Pet Bakery

homemade dog treats and pet products

O.G. Kewl Beans

good-for-you Coffee and Tea Beverages

O'Leary Farm

fruits and veggies purchased from Nichols Farms

Providence Farm/Twin Garden Farms

herbs, veggies, plants, perennials, Mirai sweet corn

Royal Oak Farm

apples, raspberries, pumpkins, gourds, squash, honey, cider, donuts, caramel apples, pies, fudge, applesauce, breads, fritters, cookies, turnovers, muffins, cupcakes

School Street Bistro

Coffee, tea (brewed and packaged), misc. cold drinks, chocolates and candy-store candies, chocolate covered strawberries, ice cream novelties, baked goods, caramel corn & gift items

Wagner's Produce - starting in July

a wide variety of veggies and sweet corn

Wayne's Home Grown Fruits & Vegetables

a variety of fruits, veggies, local honey, pumpkins

Victoria's Soaps & Vicki's Vines

olive oil soaps, fresh cut flowers and herbs, baked items and canned berries & veggies