NEWS RELEASE

West Lincoln Farmers’ Market Seeking Vendors for 2023 Season

For Immediate Release: January 26, 2023

New year, new Farmers’ Market! The Township of West Lincoln is excited to announce that its well-loved Farmers’ Market will return for the 2023 season on a new day and time.

When

The West Lincoln Farmers’ Market will be hosted outside the West Lincoln Community Centre, at 177 West Street, in Smithville, from 3 to 7 p.m., every Tuesday, beginning June 13, 2023, and ending in Early-October.

The Market will again feature local food and farm vendors, set to the tune of live musical entertainment every week.

Join us!

Applications are now open for food- and farm-based vendors wishing to be a part of the 2023 Farmers’ Market season in West Lincoln. Temporary spaces are also available for artisan and other non-food or farm based vendors.

All prospective vendors should contact Michelle Seaborn, Farmers' Market Coordinator, at mseaborn@westlincoln.ca, to sign up.

Specialty Markets

The West Lincoln Farmers’ Market is partnering with local gardening clubs to present two Plant Markets on May 16 and 23. Local farm vendors with seedlings available to sell at this time are invited to participate, as well.

Plans are also underway for another Easter Market in April and Winter Market in November. Stay tuned to www.westlincoln.ca/farmersmarket as more details will be forthcoming.

For notifications and important updates, remember to follow the Township of West Lincoln on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TWPWestLincoln.

Quotes:

“West Lincoln is fortunate to have a great Farmers’ Market. This is thanks not only to the fact that we have incredible Staff leading this initiative, but also that we are surrounded by the best local farmers, growers and businesses. I can’t wait to see everyone back at the Market this year!”

Cheryl Ganann

Mayor

“Bringing the West Lincoln Farmers’ Market back in 2021 proved to be a such a good boost for our Township. We had another good season in 2022 and can’t wait to return this year. Thank you to our community for supporting this important event and all of its wonderful vendors.”

Bev Hendry

Chief Administrative Officer

“We’re thrilled to be back for another season, bringing you the best locally grown goods. With our new date and time, we are hopeful to attract even more amazing vendors and guests. Vendors, don’t hesitate to reach out to learn more about the West Lincoln Farmers’ Market and how you can join.”

Michelle Seaborn

Farmers’ Market Coordinator

Media Contact:

Beth Audet

Communications Specialist

baudet@westlincoln.ca

289-244-9069