Farmers Market at Ix, Sept 6, 2025 Market Hours: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Hello Market Fans,
Here we are, post Labor Day. We know September means a changing of the season at markets. The summer produce begins to wane, and fall produce such as apples, figs, papaws, gourds, winter squash, and hardy greens are coming in. The craft vendors are also ready to come in when space is available. Check your weekly vendor map for vendor information and placement. (Link at the end of this post). The seasonal change also brings the change in market hours: we will switch to the 9:00-1:00 market operations on Oct. 4.
This week, after 2 summers in her home country, Anna of Ambrosia returns with her Greek baked goods. Her baklava, spanakopita, and other delights return this week. Look for Ambrosia along the wall of the Art Park building on the plaza. The first of the month also means Deep Roots Milling is attending with freshly ground local grain and flour. JBird Coffee Supply is out, but Frolic Coffee and Taiga Specialty Coffees will cover coffee needs.
If you did not know, Market Central, the non-profit behind the operations of the Market at Ix, was awarded a USDA Farmers Market Promotion Grant in partnership with the International Rescue Committee New Roots program. The payments were initially frozen and delayed, but seem to be on track for now. With the support of federal tax dollars, we have been able to increase marketing, and have hired a part time bookkeeper. Using the Virginia Food Access Investment Program, and in collaboration with the Jefferson School City Center, we recently opened the Starr Hill Market, a new Sunday mid-morning market. These programs connect farms and food producers, with the community, and strengthen the local food system. Please let farmers, food producers, up-and-coming entrepreneurs and customers know about the opportunities at the new market. If you are interested in the future of local food markets in Charlottesville, consider joining the Market Central Board. Contact us through this website. The local market systems would not work without you!
See you at the market!