Organizers of the Fort Farmers Market have announced that they will be partnering with Blodgett Pet and Garden Center for an evening market.
According to a news release, the event, which is the second evening market to be held this year, will take place Thursday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m.
According to information released by organizers, the specialty market focuses on local crafters and artisans, and will feature live music, food vendors, and an on-site beer tasting organized by the Fort Atkinson Rotary Club.
As part of the beer-tasing experience, guests can enjoy samples from East Troy Brewery, Hubbleton Brewery and Sunshine Brewing Company. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. A limited number of tickets are available and can be purchased via the Fort Farmers Market Facebook page, the Fort Atkinson Chamber website or at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-in-the-garden-tickets-301461348007, the release noted.
The event, titled: “An Evening in the Garden,” aims to entertain customers who may not be able to attend the traditional Saturday markets, while giving vendors the opportunity to reach new audiences, the release stated.
“The location lends itself to more of a reception atmosphere, where guests are invited to enjoy the scenery and sample food and beer while shopping. Blodgetts will also be offering samples of their wine selections,” the released read.
Live music will be performed by The Ad Hoc Trio, described within the release as “a musical collaboration of folk, pop, country, and traditional songs,” and the Jason Thomas Band, which, according to the release is “a contemporary folk group from Fort Atkinson whose unique instrumentation lend themselves to modern reinterpretations of various music styles, from classic rock to pop, country, and alternative.”
Vendors found at the market include those who offer jewelry, pottery, baked goods and homemade treasures, and represent a mix of new and familiar farmer market vendors, the release continued.
Vendors will be located throughout the outdoor garden center.
Food vendors, such as Good2Go, Kent’s Big Bar, Carla’s Catering and the local FFA will be on hand to provide a variety of dinner choices. Blodgett’s indoor store will be open during the market with extended hours.
A map of vendors will soon be available on the Fort Farmers Market website.
Market-goers enjoy the music and atmosphere during a previously held evening farmers market at Blodgett Garden Center. File photo/Chris Spangler.
Event-goers explore vendors’ booths during a previously held evening farmers market. File photo/Chris Spangler.
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