Before you head to the beach, think about this: Our neighbors, friends and families are all tied to local business. Either through work or patronage, these places unite and strengthen our communities. Help us support your favorite local businesses and bring a friend with you to this week's Marketplace.
Happy Farmer's Market Week!
See you at the Marketplace!
Events & Extras
Hill Crest Farms will be bringing along a few of their alpacas and will provide a demonstration including the spinning of yarn from the alpaca fleece!
Harmony Springs
Harmony Springs couldn't make it to our Independent Bottlers of New England Event but they will be here this week!! Harmony Springs Inc. located in Ludlow, is a small, women-owned bottler of gourmet sodas. The business was originally founded in 1908 in North Hampton. Harmony Spring sodas are available in 20 regular and diet flavors in glass bottles. They only use the finest natural flavoring in their sodas and seltzers blended with 100% pure cane sugar which is further enhanced by adding our very own pure artesian well water in each bottle, which brings out the true, unbeatable taste of Harmony Spring soda & seltzer.
Cold Brewed Iced Coffee with Red Barn Coffee & Simpson Spring Water
Cold brewing is the process of brewing coffee in cold water for an extended period of time. For the Saturday Market at Simpson Spring, Red Barn grinds a special iced coffee blend and then steeps it in Simpson Spring's water for 12 hours. The result is a wonderfully sweet, smooth coffee that has reduced acidity which can be gentler on the digestive system. Cold brewed coffee poured over ice with a little dairy is a naturally super sweet, super smooth delight!
Vendor Specials
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Elaine Sears of Little Origami Owl asks: Are you ready to have an Origami Jewelry Bar Party? The Theme for the Month is "Out with the old in with the new Party!" Encourage your guests to bring their old "bling" for donation to the nearest women's shelter, and they will receive a discount on items they purchase. 5% off for each piece of old bling they bring (up to 15% off). As a Hostess can donate a part of your Hostess Credits to the shelter as well! Or, they can bring the jewelry to the market for the discount!
JUST NAMES will be here this week with personalized name plaques for children and adults. Hundreds of new designs including sport teams, cartoon characters, princesses, and more! All artwork can be matted and framed right on the spot!!!!! They will also be holding a drawing for a FREE 8x10 matted picture that will be drawn at the end of the day. If the winner is someone who already purchased a picture that day, they get their choice of another picture or a refund. BONUS: If you mention you read this you will get $1.00 off! Just Names plaques would be a great birthday gift.
Tastefully Simple is offering $1 off any in-stock item.
JUST NAMES will be here this week with personalized name plaques for children and adults. Hundreds of new designs including sport teams, cartoon characters, princesses, and more! All artwork can be matted and framed right on the spot!!!!! They will also be holding a drawing for a FREE 8x10 matted picture that will be drawn at the end of the day. If the winner is someone who already purchased a picture that day, they get their choice of another picture or a refund. BONUS: If you mention you read this you will get $1.00 off! Just Names plaques would be a great birthday gift.
Find out what's happening in Eastonwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Have you tried a Simpson Spring's ice cream soda yet this summer? We recommend Root Beer, Cream or Orange Soda as your base! Pick up a mixed case at the Simpson Spring Table and try them all! And if you are not into the bubbles, Simpson Spring Water is available at the fill up station for $.25 per gallon, so bring your containers and fill up. Also available: Home Delivery. have the tasty freshness of Simpson Spring water every day. Stop by the Simpson Spring table to learn more.
The Hip Hop 5K was started by Emily Cioffi, a patient who wanted to make a difference in the world of hip dysplasia. She wanted to play a role in the process of bettering the lives of all those who fight against hip dysplasia: the doctors, patients, physical therapists, nurses, friends and family. Stop by her table to learn more about Hip Dysplasia and the Hip Hop 5K.
See Renée from Raw for Longer for her homemade laundry soap that really works!!! And did you see her article last week about coconut oil? Stop by and tell her what you thought of that great article and this weeks, below!
Cretinon's Farm will have SQUASH among many other tasty veggies so stock up and be sure Ciccorelli's of Engelnook Farmto see the recipes we've included below. Marketplace favorite, the Pastaman, Fior d'Italia will be here! See their Tasty Idea Below: Fettuccine with Bacon and Vegetables!
Engelnook Farm always has the most amazing cheeses available. Try some, especially if you are entertaining guests, they are sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Learn the importance of Microgreens with the fine folks from Indoor Organic Farms of Attleboro. Dad's Downstairs will be back!
Here's are some Squashy Summer Winners from Juli at Cretinon's Farm:
Summer Squash Skillet
INGREDIENTS:
4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces1 onion, chopped2 pounds summer squash, sliced diagonally 1/2 inch thicksalt and ground black pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
Cook and stir bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Add onions and cook in the bacon drippings until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add squash, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat.
Cover skillet and cook squash mixture over low heat until tender, about 25 minutes.
Stuffed Pattypan Squash
INGREDIENTS:
6 pattypan squash, stem and blossom removed 6 slices bacon 1/2 cup diced onion 1 1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheesesalt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
Here's Tasty Cool Treat from Mike, a fan of the Simpson Spring Facebook Page:
Bailey's Sparkoffee
INGREDIENTS:1 Simpson Spring Coffee Soda 1 Tall Glass filled with Ice Bailey's Mudslide Coffee Creamer
DIRECTIONS:Pour coffee soda into tall glass with ice. Add Bailey's Mudslide Coffee Creamer to taste.
mmmmmmm another delicious recipe, this one from Judy or Fior d'Italia (The Pastaman)
Fettuccine with Bacon and Summer Vegetables
Use whatever veggies you have on hand to add to the colorful dish. Serve with a mixed greens salad.
Learn the importance of Microgreens with the fine folks from Indoor Organic Farms of Attleboro. Dad's Downstairs will be back!
Pat Zupkofska of Rockland and her handcrafted jewelry will also be back this week. Pat uses quality materials such as sterling silver, bali silver, gold fill, leather, and more. She also uses handmade lampwork beads from the U.S., semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals, genuine sea glass, Czech glass, and freshwater pearls.
FUN FOR KIDS!
Some quick highlights to remind you why our marketplace is a family affair!- Tours of the Simpson Spring Museum at 11:00a & 1:00p
- Swap for Kids! Join Emily Hawkins at her table and swap toys, books, games, arts and crafts, jewelry, clothes, whatever you want as long as it is in good condition! The Swap table offers a unique opportunity to show kids that it can feel good to let go!
- Golf Country is here -- ice cream and slush!
- JUST NAMES has some great Kid's Name artwork to check out! Just Names plaques would make an awesome, personalized birthday gift!
Tasty Ideas
Here's are some Squashy Summer Winners from Juli at Cretinon's Farm:
Summer Squash Skillet
INGREDIENTS:
4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces1 onion, chopped2 pounds summer squash, sliced diagonally 1/2 inch thicksalt and ground black pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
Cook and stir bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Add onions and cook in the bacon drippings until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add squash, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat.
Cover skillet and cook squash mixture over low heat until tender, about 25 minutes.
Stuffed Pattypan Squash
INGREDIENTS:
6 pattypan squash, stem and blossom removed 6 slices bacon 1/2 cup diced onion 1 1/2 cups soft bread crumbs1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheesesalt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring one inch of water to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add squash, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, or until a fork can pierce the stem with little resistance. Drain, and slice off the top stem of the squash. Use a melon baller to carefully scoop out the centers of the squash. Reserve all of the bits of squash.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Remove bacon to paper towels, and set aside. Saute onion in bacon drippings. Chop the reserved squash pieces, and saute them with the onion for one minute.
- Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the breadcrumbs. Crumble the bacon, and stir into the stuffing along with the Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stuff each squash to overflowing with the mixture, and place them in a baking dish. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until squash are heated through.
Here's Tasty Cool Treat from Mike, a fan of the Simpson Spring Facebook Page:
Bailey's Sparkoffee
INGREDIENTS:
DIRECTIONS:Pour coffee soda into tall glass with ice. Add Bailey's Mudslide Coffee Creamer to taste.
mmmmmmm another delicious recipe, this one from Judy or Fior d'Italia (The Pastaman)
Fettuccine with Bacon and Summer Vegetables
Use whatever veggies you have on hand to add to the colorful dish. Serve with a mixed greens salad.
- 8 ounces fresh Fettuccine
- 4 slices center-cut bacon, chopped
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
- 1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup small fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
- While pasta cooks, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until crisp. Remove bacon from pan with a slotted spoon, reserving drippings in pan; add oil to drippings. Add onion and garlic to pan; saute 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add zucchini; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in corn and tomatoes; cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes burst, stirring occasionally. Add pasta to tomato mixture; toss. Cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add 1/4 cup cheese, basil, salt, and pepper; toss to combine. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Mixed greens salad: Combine 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon orange juice, 2 teaspoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Whisk in 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil. Toss with 6 cups mixed salad green.
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