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clintonville's farmers' market
down on the [urban] farm
Clintonville resurrects an important tradition with its annual
farmers’ market
“When tillage begins, other arts follow.
The farmers, therefore, are the founders of human
civilization.”
~Daniel Webster, American lawyer and
statesman
Before the general store, when America was
considered predominantly rural, it wasn’t uncommon for people to
purchase their meat, dairy or produce directly from the growers
and producers. With the growth of the urban and suburban areas,
direct contact with these producers was a thing of the past and
grocery stores became the middle man.
There is no
substitute for a homegrown tomato, seasonal fruit and fresh
herbs. While most grocery stores carry these things year round,
they aren’t always guaranteed organic, fresh or flavorful.
Four years ago,
Clintonville decided to bring back that direct contact between
buyer and grower with a farmers’ market. Today, Clintonville and
the surrounding areas such as The Ohio State University campus
residents now have the best produce and homemade goods at their
fingertips. On May 20, Clintonville celebrated spring with the
kickoff of the 4th annual
Clintonville Farmers’ Market, which runs through October 28.
Twelve farms from all over Ohio are represented each
Saturday on N. High Street where they sell their wares from 9
a.m. to noon. Shoppers can find everything from fresh spinach,
onions, asparagus and rhubarb, to honey products,
organically-raised beef and chicken and beautiful flowers to
bring a little spring into the home. You can either take home
baked goods made using these fresh products, or pick up a copy
of the
Clintonville Farmers’ Market 2005 Cookbook
and try your hand
at making Sunshine Dill Pickles from cucumbers or zucchini cake
if you have a sweet tooth.
The Clintonville Farmers’ Market is more than a
place to buy fresh produce, it is a community experience. Music
from local musicians floats through the air while residents come
out to enjoy the weather, socialize with their neighbors and
meet people from surrounding neighborhoods. Every third
Saturday, or “Market Day,” area shops get in on the fun. They
set up stalls and feature handcrafted and special products.
Each Saturday is an educational experience and
a great way to get the community involved with the market while
supporting their local growers. Throughout the season, special
events are planned for each market day. May 27 will feature a
tribute to Memorial Day. Other Saturdays will feature chefs, a
tractor display, a basket maker, and educational displays and
demos using locally grown foods.
In 2005, the Clintonville Farmers’ Market had
their first Farm Visit Day including a hayride, fishing, and a
fresh, barbecued chicken meal. Other past events have included
vintage tractor displays, cooking demonstrations,
wine making, ice cream making demonstrations, and
flower arranging and corn husking contests.
As spring changes to summer and summer turns
into fall, the featured seasonal produce will change. Get out
the cookbook and join your neighbors at the Clintonville
Farmers’ Market to stock up for spring picnics, summer cookouts
and autumn celebrations.
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Each Saturday is an educational experience and
a great way to get the community involved with the market while
supporting their local growers. Throughout the season, special
events are planned for each market day. May 27 will feature a
tribute to Memorial Day. Other Saturdays will feature chefs, a
tractor display, a basket maker, and educational displays and
demos using locally grown foods.
