Manistique Farmers' Market

11/01/2025

Phenomenal community care in action!

Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital is once again showing what community care looks like. The hospital is offering vital support for families affected by recent SNAP benefit changes. Please share this information widely to help reach those who may be impacted.

10/30/2025

💚 Thank You, Manistique! 💚

What an incredible way to wrap up the season! A huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the final Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market tonight.

And a special shoutout to Scheffer’s Street Eats & Catering for joining us for the final market - thank you for closing out the season with us!

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10/29/2025

🌟 Market Preview – October 29 🌟

Tomorrow is our final Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market of the season! Join us as we celebrate an amazing year together and stock up on your favorite local goods before we wrap up for the winter.

The market will once again be held indoors at Lake Effect Community Arts - please enter through the front door (garage doors will be closed to keep things warm and cozy!).

🔸 Food Truck Feature: Scheffer’s Street Eats & Catering is back one last time with their crowd-favorite menu - fried pork tenderloins, Italian beef, pulled chicken, mac & cheese, and more! Come hungry and enjoy a delicious final dinner at the market.

🔸 Live Music: Steve Schmeck & Sue Robishaw will fill the space with great tunes as you shop, eat, and mingle.

🔸 Market Hours: All sales (including pre-orders) begin promptly at 5:00 PM to allow vendors time to set up.

🔸 Cash-Friendly Tip: Many vendors are cash-only (ATM conveniently located next to Barr Team – Keller Williams).

🔸 Parking: Street and municipal parking are available. Market entrance located at Arbutus Ave & Oak Street.

Thank you for a wonderful season! 💚

10/28/2025

🍂 October 29 – Vendor Lineup 🍂

It’s hard to believe, but this Wednesday marks our final Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market of the season! Come celebrate an incredible year with us and stock up on your favorite local goods before we wrap up for the year.

Once again, the market will be held indoors at Lake Effect Community Arts - please enter through the front door (the garage doors will be closed to keep the warmth in).

🔸 Full Vendor Preview: Check back TOMORROW for the complete lineup so you can plan your shopping list.
🔸 Food Truck Feature: Scheffer’s Street Eats & Catering is back with their outstanding menu - fried pork tenderloins, Italian beef, pulled chicken, mac & cheese, and more! Come hungry and enjoy one last dinner at the market.
🔸 Market Hours: All sales (including pre-orders) begin promptly at 5:00 PM to give vendors time to set up.

Thank you for an amazing season - we can’t wait to see you Wednesday for our final market of the year! 💚

10/23/2025

🎉 Congratulations again to RACHEL AUBE, our Market Card Raffle winner this month - and the final one of the season! 🎉

Rachel went home with a fantastic bag filled with vendor-donated goodies - huge thanks to our incredible vendors for making this prize possible.

And a big thank you to everyone who came out tonight!

✨ Next Wednesday is our final market of the season - see you then! 💚

10/21/2025

🌟 Market Preview – October 22 🌟

Crisp air and a cozy indoor market - it’s another great week to shop local at the Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market! Stock up on seasonal favorites and enjoy live music while you shop.

📣 MARKET REMINDER: With rain and cooler temps in the forecast, this week’s market will be held indoors at Lake Effect Community Arts. Please enter through the front door of the Arts Center - the garage doors will remain closed to keep things warm and welcoming inside.

🔸 Season Reminder: The market season wraps up on October 29 - only 2 markets left this year!
🔸 Market Hours: 5:00–6:30 PM (please, no early sales - vendors need time to set up).
🔸 Live Music: Enjoy the tunes of Steve Schmeck & Sue Robishaw as you browse and dine.
🔸 Cash-Friendly Tip: Many vendors are cash-only (ATM conveniently located next to Barr Team – Keller Williams).
🔸 Parking: Street and municipal parking available. Market entrance at Arbutus Ave & Oak Street.

See you there! 💚

10/21/2025

The MSU Extension Food Safety Team is offering a lineup of FREE online workshops designed to help you strengthen your knowledge of safe food handling, processing, and preservation. Whether you’re a small business owner, a market vendor, or a home cook looking to sharpen your skills, these sessions have something for everyone.

With the holidays just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to brush up on food safety practices - especially if you’re planning to prepare or donate food for community events, fundraisers, or family gatherings.

All workshops are free and open to the public!

Looking for free online workshops?
MSU Extension Food Safety team offers FREE online workshops on various topics.
Find articles and fact sheets about your favorite fruits or vegetables on the MSU Extension Safe Food & Water homepage.
Visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/safe_food_water/index

10/20/2025

🍂 October 22 – Vendor Lineup 🍂

With rain and chilly temps on the way, this week’s Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market will be held indoors at Lake Effect Community Arts!

📣Please enter through the front door of the Arts Center - the garage doors will be closed.

🔸 Full Shopping List Preview: Check back TOMORROW for the complete vendor lineup so you can plan your shopping.
🔸 Season Countdown: Only 2 markets remain before our final day on October 29 – don’t miss these last chances to stock up on local favorites!
🔸 Market Hours: All sales (including pre-orders) begin at 5 PM sharp to allow vendors time to set up.

Bundle up, stay cozy inside, and come shop local.

See you Wednesday! 💚

10/16/2025

🎉 Congratulations to RACHEL AUBE - winner of our final Market Card Raffle of the season! 🎉

Rachel is taking home an amazing bag filled with goodies from our generous vendors - thank you to each one who contribute and help make this giveaway possible!

And a huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the market tonight. It was a beautiful evening, and we’re so grateful for the continued support of our incredible farmers, artisans, and food producers.

See you next week! 💚

10/15/2025

We are outside today 🌞 🌞 🌞

Come on down!

10/14/2025

🌟 Market Preview – October 15 🌟

Fall flavors are in full swing! 🍂

Come out to the Manistique Farmers & Artisans Market to stock up on local favorites, enjoy live music, and grab dinner while you shop.

✨ Food Truck Feature: We’re excited to welcome back Scheffer’s Street Eats & Catering with a delicious lineup featuring fried pork tenderloins, Italian beef, pulled chicken, creamy mac & cheese, and more!

🔸 Season Reminder: The market season wraps up on October 29 - only 3 markets left this year!
🔸 Market Hours: 5:00–6:30 PM (please, no early sales - vendors need time to set up).
🔸 Live Music: Enjoy the tunes of Steve Schmeck & Sue Robishaw as you shop and dine.
🔸 Cash-Friendly Tip: Many vendors are cash-only (ATM conveniently located next to Barr Team – Keller Williams).
🔸 Parking: Street and municipal parking available. Market entrance at Arbutus Ave & Oak Street.

🎉 "I Support the Manistique Farmer & Artisan Market Punch Card Giveaway - Final drawing of the season: TOMORROW – October 15!

See you there! 💚