Hello MP Market Goers!
Can you believe Labor Day is already next weekend?
For many of us, that means one more summer cookout, one more gathering with friends and family, and one more chance to fire up the grill before fall settles in.
So we asked a couple of our meat vendors a very important question:
How do YOU grill?
At PJ’s Poultry, just about every cut is a favorite, but if they have to pick one, it’s chicken thighs. Why? They stay moist and juicy on the grill.
Their grilling philosophy is simple: don’t overdo it. Light seasoning lets the flavor of the chicken shine through.
One of their best tips? Turn your chicken often and keep the skin side up more than down to prevent it from burning. And don’t overlook the humble drumstick!
For an easy Labor Day meal, PJ’s recommends grilling a half chicken. They also love putting fresh market vegetables right on the grill — beets, potatoes, and squash are all favorites. Add some fresh coleslaw and you’ve got yourself a pretty great summer meal.
For the folks at Rockin’ Highlands, it’s hard to beat a good rib steak on the grill, with New York strip coming in a close second.
Their advice? Give your beef a little time.
They recommend lightly salting your steak while it’s partially thawed, then letting it finish thawing uncovered in the refrigerator for a day or two. The process helps develop flavor and tenderness before it ever hits the grill. When you’re ready to cook, add your favorite seasonings, sear it over high heat, and aim for medium-rare to medium for the best flavor.
And if you’re looking for something a little different, ask them about the Denver steak or Flat Iron steak. Both are delicious, versatile cuts that may not get the attention they deserve.
So…what’s your plan?
Whether you’re hosting the neighborhood, heading to a family picnic, or simply want to squeeze in one more summer meal on the patio, the Mineral Point Market has plenty of inspiration for your Labor Day menu.
And here’s the best part: Rockin’ Highlands has the beef, PJ’s has the chicken, and the rest of your meal can come straight from the market, too.
Fresh vegetables, berries, cheese, bread, flowers, baked goods, and more are all waiting for you Saturday morning.
Come stock up, fire up the grill, and make the most of that last big summer weekend.
See you Saturday!
🕣 8:30-11am
📍 Water Tower Park
Warmly,
Kathy
Mineral Point Market
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Scroll down for all the details of who and what you’ll see at market this week. 😍
August 29th, 2026 Market Details:
Barham Gardens & Renewed Traditions
We’re back this week with some canned Aronia products as well as woven rugs and some felted woolen accessories (attendance is weather dependent, we are unable to attend if raining). We may have some sheepskin remnant rugs and/or bags made in collaboration with the Driftless Tannery. We will also have a couple sheepskin from Laxey Creek. More information can be found at https://barhamgardens.wixsite.com/barhamgardens and/or https://renewedtraditions.wordpress.com/. Thank you! Hopefully we’ll see you Saturday!
Bures Berry Patch
🌾 The season has officially flipped at the Patch!
The sweet corn is done, but raspberries are finally here! 🍓 And just like that, we’re making the turn from summer harvest to fall.
Here’s what we’ll have at the Mineral Point Market this Saturday:
🍓 Raspberries – They’re finally making an appearance!
🥔 Freshly dug potatoes – Red & gold, fresh from the field and perfect for the grill.
🫛 Dilly Beans – Crisp, tangy, and dill-y-icious. 😉
🥚 Farm-fresh eggs – because breakfast is better when it’s local.
🍯 Honey – golden goodness from our hardworking bees.
🥄 Frozen cream of asparagus soup base – We’re running low, so grab some while you can!
🎃 And maybe…squash! Keep an eye out for some of our fall favorites, including delicata squash.
And a little heads-up: We only have THREE Mineral Point Markets left this season! 😳 If there’s something from the Patch you’ve been meaning to stock up on, don’t wait too long. And if you realize you’ve forgotten something after we’re gone — or you’re already thinking “Okay, I’m ready for fall!”—come visit us at the Patch! The farm store is open daily from 9 AM–6 PM, and the pumpkins, gourds, and squash are getting ready for their big fall debut. 🎃🍂
Ssee you Saturday! 👋
Farmer Kathy & Farmer Ed 🌻
For more information, head to our website, Facebook, or Instagram, or give us a call at 608-924-1404.
Cafe 43
We’re back with great house-made breakfast wraps, fantastic coffee (hot & iced) from Bryant Family Farms, espresso drinks made-to-order, plus house-made pastries and some of your favorite bread.
Website – www.cafe43mp.com
Email – cafe43mp@gmail.com
Phone – 608.553.1367
Driftless Leaf Farm
Driftless Leaf Farms LLC is a family run business that is delighted to bring fresh microgreens to the mineral point farmers market! My name is Mandy and my husband Josh and I are so excited to be sharing fresh, healthy, and nutrient dense produce with the city of mineral point this summer. We will have Radish, Broccoli, & Pea shoots microgreens available this week!
Farmer’s Daughter Bakery and Kitchen
Lots of life happenings up on the hill as of late.
~ Idgy tried to jump the fence and missed; and is now the ICU patient (in the garage – she only got 1 night in the house…)
~ It’s almost corn silage time, so the chopping crew is getting antsy.
~ Sam moves into her dorm room this coming Saturday.
~ We sisters and extended family are laying to rest our dad/brother/uncle/grandpa this week.
With all of that said, please accept our apology for skipping out again on market this weekend. It’s been a very long 4 days and will continue to be a long “sleep fast” kind of week. We’ll see you all next weekend. 🥰 For all the news at Farmer’s Daughter, follow us on our Facebook page.
Hook’s Corner Greenhouse
The calendar is turning towards fall and you know what that means. The mums are here. We will have a gorgeous selection from now until the middle of October. Keep an eye on our Facebook page Hooks Corner Greenhouse
Just Poured Candle Co.
My mission is simple. Provide hand-crafted, non-toxic candles that add warmth and inspiration to any room. All my candles are made from 100% soy wax, from soybeans grown in the United States. I also do not use any dyes or additives, and only high-quality fragrance oils that do not contain parabens or phthalates.
In addition to making candles, I make several other all natural products as well. Some of my other products include room sprays, bug and tick repellent, and lip balm.
2026 Market Dates: September 19
Laxey Creek Sheep Ranch
Interested in bulk lamb to stock the freezer? We are taking orders for half and whole lambs available in July and August. Contact us for more information.
We will not be at market in 2026 since Ellen is undergoing chemotherapy to treat rectal cancer.
Select lamb cuts are stocked at Cathryn’s Market in Dodgeville, Staple and Fancy in Mineral Point, and at the farm by appointment.
New in 2026 – sheepskins! We have sheepskins, tanned by Driftless Tannery, available at the market – they’re with the woven rugs sold by Barham Gardens and Renewed Traditions.
Contact Ellen to order, 608-553-1469
laxeycreekranch@gmail.com
Laxey Creek Sheep Ranch, Mineral Point, WI
Love & Hugs From Lauri
If the weather is still good for this Saturday August 29th, I should be at the market.
Stop by my table on Saturdays to check out the new handcrafted crocheted lap throws, afghans, and home goods. We have lots to choose from!
I have hand-towels with crocheted top, great gifts for birthdays or just for fun!
Baby afghan and hat sets are the perfect gift for a baby shower!
I also have the beautiful fall colors ready. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Love & Hugs, Lauri
Find me on Facebook, Love & Hugs From Lauri
Or email me at laurifreedom13@aol.com
Marr Family Farm
Our products are frozen beef products, ground beef, steaks of all kinds, several choices of roast many more choices of cuts processed products or snack sticks, landjaegers, all beef, wieners, beef jerky. After 26 years of vending at the Dane County farmers market we are looking forward to serving our home community of Mineral Point and larger area.
Jerry & Nancy Marr
608-987-2508
McKenna’s Makes
McKenna’s Makes is a wife and husband run business which specializes in handcrafted soaps and candles. We are excited to be back for a second year at The Mineral Point Market! This year we will be coming out once a month. We’ll be back 9/12 please stop by and say hi!
Our candles are crafted from a blend of all-natural soy and coconut wax, ensuring a clean and sustainable burn. We take pride in offering a range of shapes and sizes, all of which are poured into upcycled jars. We use both wood and standard wicks for our candles.
Our soaps are made from a variety of premium soap bases, including shea butter, goat’s milk, and coconut oil, and are enriched with essential oils and natural additives for a luxurious scent profile.
With a diverse selection of soaps and candles, McKenna’s Makes offers something for everyone, combining quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship in every product.
Please email the Bergs for questions or specialized orders.
mckennaluepker@gmail.com.
Merle’s Midwest Market
Merle’s Midwest Market will not be at the August 29th market but we will see you September 5th.
If you need to purchase jam or soap in between markets, please reach out at merlesmidwestmarket@gmail.com or text 608-712-5941. See you soon!
Moore Creative Works
If you need a splash of color in your home, a gift for a loved one, or something to keep fidgety fingers busy, come say hi and check out our stand!
We have a large selection of handmade greeting cards, bookmarks, prints (matted, unmatted and framed), picky pads (GREAT for anxiety and ADHD!) and “rock buddies”.. There’s something for everyone!
Follow us on Facebook! Please reach out if you have any questions, inquiries or orders.
Spenser Moore
Email: moorecreativeworks@gmail.com
Our Homestead formerly Magic Light Photography
What great weather we have had this week! I sure hope you have been able to get out and enjoy it! Another busy week for us at the farm getting the kids ready to go back to school. We had a very large tree taken down this week, and have lots of clean up to do. If anyone is looking for something to do, you are welcome to stop out and help us haul brush. 😃
I’m planning on being at the market again this week with lots of honey and eggs! While going through my hives on Friday, I found 3 more frames of comb honey that I had forgotten about, so my limited supply got a little bigger!
I will have lots of honey this week, ranging in size from 1/2 pound up to 3 pound jars, as well as comb honey. I will also have chicken eggs, and a few duck eggs. Hope to see you Saturday!
If you can’t wait until Saturday, or aren’t able to make it to the Market, feel free to stop out to the farm and check out our roadside stand! While you’re there, feel free to haul some brush to the burn pile! 😀
Thanks,
Mike
Facebook
Over The Moon Soap Company, LLC
We will be back Sept. 5th.
We will have our complete line of OVER THE MOON Goat Milk Soaps and Shampoo Bars available. Stop by and pick your favorite scent, or try a new one! Popular during the summer months are Grapefruit & Citrus, Lemon Verbena, Sea Mist, and Sunflower Breeze, and guys have been choosing Vanilla Oak & Bourbon, Bay Rum & Eucalyptus, and Cedar Leather & Spice.
All of our soaps are nourishing and healing for your skin, especially if you’ve been getting a lot of sun during this hot/humid weather. Plus, our soap will make you smell really nice too!
We also have a nice selection of soap dishes/silicone and bamboo holders, and mesh scrubbie bags. Our Soaps, Shampoo and mesh bags/holders make a perfect companion for your college students heading off to school soon….they will thank you with every shower they take!
Hope to see you Saturday!
You’re always welcome to pick up soap orders at their home in Dodgeville.
Call 608-574-5458 or email overthemoonsoapco@gmail.com for more information and availability.
PJ’s Poultry
PJ’s Poultry will be there with plenty of boneless breasts and all the other cuts and Hooks cheese.
Follow us on Facebook!
Perry & Jennifer Baker
PJ’s Poultry
608-642-0818
pjs.poultry.llc@gmail.com
Rockin’ Highlands
We will be at market with our usual variety of Highland beef cuts — come stock your freezer!
In the meantime, you can always bring the farm home. Browse our Rockin’ Highlands Farm Etsy shop for Highland cattle-inspired gifts, apparel, and more — perfect for the cattle lover in your life.
Rockin’ Highlands
Phone: 608-341-7577
Email: rockinhighlands@gmail.com
Website: www.rockinhighlands.com
Etsy Shop: etsy.com/shop/RockinHighlandsFarm
Rural Roots
Thanks for all your support so far this summer! 🌻💐 We’re taking a quick break from the market and will be back on September 5 with more fresh-cut flowers.
Remember to follow along with us on our Facebook page to see what’s happening in our gardens! 🌱✨🌸
Saving Grace Cat Rescue
Hello Mineral Point market goers! We are so excited to be back for another season at the market. Saving Grace Cat Rescue will be present to share information about our rescue efforts and to collect donations. We will also have rescue merch for sale to raise money for our non profit. Hope to see you Saturday!
Follow us on Facebook!
Shooting Star Farm
What a fun Market last week! The vendors, musicians, customers, and baby goats (!) made for a very lovely morning. Looks like another pleasant day is in store for this week. I plan to harvest lots of good food including carrots, leeks, scallions, green cabbage, celery, gold and red beets, Italian frying peppers, bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, shishito peppers, Asian and Italian eggplant, fennel, red and heirloom tomatoes, roma tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, curly and lacinato kale, salad mix, mini lettuce heads, zucchini, shallots, three types of onions, parsley, cilantro, dill, and thyme. Beans are on hiatus this week but should return next week. See you Saturday!
Sunny Side Down
Sunny Side Down Farm are celebrating 10 Years this season! We can’t believe it either, and we are glad to be here!
Artisan Breads are BACK, along with Fresh Fruit Pies, locally famous cookies, and we are bringing some NEW products this season!
Look for our new scones (in both regular AND gluten free), new homemade pop tarts, and some new fresh bread varieties!
If you’d like to pre-order to get exactly what you want and pick up at the market, check out our website at ssdfarm.com
WWB Studio
WWB studio is planning to attend the market this Saturday with new drawings and note cards. We will also feature pillows with knit shams, knit dishcloths, and towels made by Wayne’s wife, Paula. We hope to see you Saturday at the Market!
We look forward to seeing you Saturday in Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.
