North Bend Farmers Market Updates for June 20 | |
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North Bend Farmers Market
Thursdays 4:00-8:00pm
Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Dr.
This final June market marks the first week with Snoqualmie valley schools out for summer break! You will notice Si View Park and Community Center are busy with summer camps, and more activity at the park. We have some helpful tips below about parking when attending the market.
At the Market June 27th:
Farm Vendors:
Come enjoy our diverse assortment of vendors offering fresh, local produce, and berries cherries, and more! Additional farm products include mushrooms, honey, and fresh cut bouquets.
Processed Food Vendors:
Baked breads, cookies, pies; handmade chocolates, hummus, salsa, pressed juices, cocktail mixers, and bottled alcoholic ciders & wines.
Ready to Eat Foods:
Fish and Chips, Dim Sum, savory and sweet crepes, ice cream kettle corn, and shave ice.
Artisan / Crafters:
Jewelry, art, candles, skin care, sewn clothes and home goods, 3D printed items.
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NEXT THURSDAY IS THE 4TH OF JULY - Si View Metro Parks facilities and administrative offices will be closed in observance of the holiday, so NO MARKET ON THE 4TH of JULY.
July's first market will be on Thus, July 11th when we will be kicking off the Kids Power of Produce Club for youth ages 3-10yrs. Read more about this FREE fun-filled, educational, and exciting kids market program!
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Special Vendor! Eastgate Public Health - WIC
Come visit the representative from Public Health - Settle & King County, sharing important program information about the Women, Infant, & Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program that support eligible pregnant and postpartum participants, as well as infants and children up to the age of 5.
During the summer, WIC participants are eligible to receive Farmers Market benefits which is an additional allotment of benefits that can be used to purchase fruits and vegetables to support local farms.
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We need your help! The market attendance has been amazing so far this season, exceeding all our expectations – thank you for all your strong support! As such, finding parking near the market can be a real challenge, particularly during the peak hours of 5pm-7:30pm.
Here’s how YOU can help:
- Carpools. Schedule a meet up with friends, but carpool from an office location rather than everyone driving to site.
- Make it a walk or a bike ride to the park. This is not possible for everyone, but if at all practical, please consider making this part of your outing.
- Arrive early, the market opens at 4pm. You’ll have the best selection of produce and other goods as an early shopper!
- Respect new onsite parking restrictions. 15-Min Parking Signs are placed in front of the Community Center from 4-8pm and are reserved for pool use, as drop-off zones, or vendors/volunteers. Please do not park in restricted areas.
- Respect private property. Please do not park on lawns in the neighborhood or block driveways or other vehicles.
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Park in one of the several lots near the park, all just a short walk away. See map HERE
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- Slow down, be kind and patient, there’s a lot of foot traffic near the park.
Thank you for your help in improving the market experience for everyone!
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Summer Concert Series
6-7:30pm at the Picnic Shelter
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Scott Lindenmuth Trio
Scott Lindenmuth is a guitarist with few boundaries. Whether performing with his contemporary instrumental group the Scott Lindenmuth Group, playing jazz standards and originals with the Scott Lindenmuth Trio, or performing as a solo classical guitarist, Lindenmuth is expanding his reputation as a cutting-edge composer, creative and intuitive improviser, and master technician.
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Power of Produce Club - Begins July 11th | |
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The Power of Produce (POP) Club is a FREE farmers' market-based children program, that seeks to teach children about fruits and vegetables, local food systems, and healthy food preparation through fun activities.
Kids ages 3-10 years engage in the full farmers market experience by trying new foods, having conversations with farmers, and buying local produce. After completing the fun weekly activity or challenge, children become the shoppers each week by earning POP bucks, $2 tokens, to spend on fresh fruits, vegetables and food plants at one of our farm booths of their choice.
The PoP Club is offered at the North Bend Farmers Market for
kids ages 3-10yrs for 6 consecutive market dates:
July 11th-Aug 15th
4:30-7:30
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Featured Non-Profit
A Supportive Community for All
A Supportive Community for All is your one-stop shop to get connected to local human service providers - food, financial assistance, shelter, free medical services, youth services, senior services, and more.
Additionally, we serve as a microbusiness incubator offers support to new and future business owners by providing physical space for them to learn, build skills, create, grow, share, and more!
| We are honored that the Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank is partnering with the farmers market for our 14-week season, providing a collection bin each week for donated fresh fruits and vegetables that support our community in need. See the donation bin at the Info Booth or at the SVFB booth where you can stop by and say hi and learn more about thier incredible programs. | |
Food Access Programs at the Market | |
Farmers Markets are for EVERYONE!
The North Bend Farmers Market is proud to accept a variety of payment options at the market, making nutritious foods accessible to low-income women, infants, children, and seniors. Please visit the Info Booth for more program information and how to use these payment options at the market.
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EBT/SNAP
It's easy to use your Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT/SNAP) card to buy fresh, healthy food at the market. At the market information booth, our staff will swipe your EBT card for the amount requested. You will then be given wooden market tokens to buy fruits, vegetables, baked goods, seeds, meat, jams & jellies, bread, vegetable starts, syrup and honey. The tokens never expire and can be used at our market at any time.
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For a list of eligible products you can purchase with your EBT tokens at the market, visit HERE
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SNAP MARKET MATCH
SNAP Market Match is a statewide nutrition incentive program that helps low-income families and individuals increase their ability to purchase fresh and local fruits and vegetables from local farmers markets.
If you use SNAP/EBT/P-EBT:
Visit the Information Booth at the North Bend Farmers Market.
Swipe your EBT or P-EBT card for the amount you want to spend.
You will receive that amount in EBT tokens and up to $25 in SNAP Market Match dollars.
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For a list of eligible products you can purchase with your Market Match dollars at the market, visit HERE
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SUN BUCKS
SUN Bucks, Washington’s Summer EBT Program, will be distributed to school-aged children that meet the eligibility requirements mid-June. Like how Pandemic EBT or P-EBT worked, SUN Bucks cards are processed through the market SNAP/EBT terminal, and customers are given existing SNAP tokens to spend at your market.
If you use SUN BUCKS /P-EBT:
Visit the Information Booth at the North Bend Farmers Market.
Swipe your SUN BUCKS /P-EBT card for the amount you want to spend.
You will receive that amount in EBT tokens and up to $25 in SNAP Market Match dollars.
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For a list of eligible products you can purchase with your SUN BUCKS / P-EBT and Market Match dollars at the market, visit HERE
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WIC & SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM (SFMNP)
WIC FMNP
The WIC FMNP preloaded electronic cards are specifically to be used for purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables at Farmers Markets (note that no cash change is given). Look for farm booths with the posted WIC signage. Visit WIC FMNP for more information.
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
SFMNP is a grant program provided by the USDA to help agencies promote the nutrition of low-income seniors with an electronic card preloaded with funds for produce and other eligible foods.
To be eligible for Senior FMNP, you must be 60 or older and have an annual income below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. You can use your Senior FMNP pre-loaded electronic cards can be used at the market with your electronic card to buy fresh fruits and vegetables. (No change is given.)
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For a list of eligible products you can purchase with your WIC or Senior FMNP electronic benefit card at the market, visit HERE
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PREPARE FOR YOUR VISIT
Plan ahead and check the Recommended Parking Areas map.
Bring a reusable shopping bag (or buy one at the Info Booth).
Check what's in season for your shopping list.
Plan ample time for visiting with friends, enjoying music and tasty treats at the park!
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AT THE MARKET
The market Info Booth is located in the center of the market next to the restrooms.
Ask staff about food access programs such as EBT, SNAP and WIC, Senior FMNP, youth Sun Bucks and more!
Visit the Info Booth to register your 3-10yr old in the FREE Power of Produce (PoP) Club for kids ages 3-10!
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STAY CONNECTED
Sign up for our weekly email list during market season.
Follow us on
Facebook and Instagram for the latest market updates.
Learn more about our market on our website.
Do you have a favorite seasonal recipe that uses market fresh ingredients? Share it with us.
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