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Hello MP Market Goers!
Behind the Scenes: What It Takes to Get to Market ✨
Have you ever wondered what it takes for vendors to get ready for market day? Think of it a little like packing for a trip… except instead of swimsuits and sunscreen, it’s baskets of veggies, trays of muffins, soaps, crafts, and flowers! 🌻🥖🥕 AND they do it every week!
Step 1: The Harvest & the Bake & the Craft
Starting mid-week, vendors are picking, baking, or crafting (do crafters really ever stop?):
Fresh greens, tomatoes, or root veggies pulled straight from the fields, washed, and packed 🌱
Loaves of bread and pastries filling kitchens with the smell of butter and cinnamon 🥐
Handmade soaps, candles, or art packed with care so it arrives in perfect condition 🧼
Step 2: The Packing List
Just like a trip, there’s a whole list of “don’t forgets”:
Tables & tablecloths
Tents & weights (to keep them from flying away!)
Signs & price lists & tills
Coolers for meats, eggs, and dairy 🥚🥩
Baskets, crates, and displays to show everything off beautifully
Step 3: The Load-Up
It all has to fit — carefully — into the truck, van, or car. It’s like a game of Tetris before vendors even leave the driveway. 🚗
All of this happens before you’ve even grabbed your morning coffee! So when you stop by the Mineral Point Market, remember that each loaf of bread, bouquet of flowers, and bushel of carrots has already had a journey of its own just to be there.
✨ Join us this Saturday at Water Tower Park from 8:30–11 am and see the results of all that behind-the-scenes hustle — it’s always worth the trip!
See you at the market!
💚 Mineral Point Market
📍 Water Tower Park
🕣 Saturdays, 8:30–11:00am
Local. Fresh. Convenient.
Warmly,
Kathy Bures
Co-Manager Mineral Point Market
🎶 Want to help out the market? If you’re musical, we’d love to have you share your talent in the park! Sign Up to Play!!
Aaron’s Peppers
A single Brazilian Starfish HOT chile pepper is turning red with the very end (apex) still green. One of my Father’s favorite sayings was “Patience is a virtue not easily acquired.”
Too hot? Too spicy? (continued from 9/6/25)
Not everyone in your “group” enjoys heat and spice as much as you do. Surprise. Surprise.
Thought it may be helpful to share some potential “fixes.”
Note: Not all the suggestions will work in all situations.
If you’ve prepared it, purchased it, or are served it:
1. Add more of the"other" ingredients.
Stir in your ingredients thoroughly and allow the flavors to cook and mingle for at least 10 minutes
2. Add or serve with "full fat" dairy – cheese, crème fraische, ice cream, milk, sour cream, yogurt
3. Add nut or sesame butters BE CAUTIOUS HERE
Major food allergens include: peanuts, sesame, and tree
nuts – almonds, cashews, walnuts
4. Serve with a side of fruit and/or vegetables
5. Sweeten with: agave, honey, maple syrup, sugar
Try using sweet ingredients like carrots or sweet potatoes to balance out the heat
Serve with chocolate or a sugary drink
fitzsimonsaj@gmail.com or
eileenzindaf@gmail.com
Barham Gardens
We will be at market this week, weather permitting. We should have Aronia Rhubarb jam and Aronia Applesauce. There is a possibility we will have some Aronia Pepper Jam (which always receives rave reviews). We will also have handwoven rugs as well as sheepskin mats/rugs. We look forward to seeing you Saturday!
Roberta & Kim Barham
https://barhamgardens.wixsite.com/barhamgardens
https://www.facebook.com/BarhamGardens/
https://renewedtraditions.wordpress.com/
Bures Berry Patch
🍂 Fall is rolling in at the Patch! 🎃 (yes, pun totally intended)
While we’ll miss seeing you at market, things are pumpkin-ing up here at Bures Berry Patch! Starting Sept. 20, we’re open for Fall Fun Saturdays & Sundays, 10–5.
Here’s what’s waiting for you at the Patch:
🎃 Pick-your-own pumpkins + gourds galore
🌽 Get lost in our kiddie corn maze
🐓 Feed the chickens & say hello
🌳 Tire swing adventures for the kids (or the kids at heart!)
👉 Just looking to snag some gorgeous pumpkins, winter squash, or goodies from the Farm Store? We’re open Mon–Fri, 9–6 (self-serve, no activities).
What you’ll find in the Farm Store:
🍯 Honey
🥒 Dilly Beans
🥚 Farm Fresh Eggs
🥣 Frozen Asparagus Soup
🍠 Winter Squash: delicata, spaghetti, butternut, acorn, and pie pumpkins
Come soak up the season with us — we can’t wait to see you in the Patch! 🍁
For more information, head to our website, Facebook, or Instagram, or give us a call at 608-924-1404. Hope to see you in the Patch soon! Farmer Kathy and Farmer Ed
Cafe 43
Join us for a season of great house-made breakfast wraps, fantastic coffee from @bff_poultry_co , plus house -made pastries and your favorite bread. Cafe 43 is located in an historic hotel at 43 High St.
Website – www.cafe43mp.com
Email – cafe43mp@gmail.com
Phone – 608.553.1367
Calaur Farm
This looks to be the last Summer BBQ weekend coming up! We are thinking some fresh salad, nicely seared steaks, crusty bread, and why not make your own garlic butter: Calaur Farm’s Georgian Crystal will give you a crisp and clean garlic flavor, while Chesnok Red will set you off with a spicy kick. Experiment with different spices, smoked paprika might just be the perfect match. We look forward to seeing you Saturday!
Farmer’s Daughter Bakery and Kitchen
It’s been busy around the farm; in the barn; back at school; just busy all over! Take a little break and join us this weekend for some more great items on our tables for your tables! We’ll have scones, muffins, dessert bars and treats, sweet rolls and more! Be sure to stop by and see just exactly what flavors we’ll have. Need something specific? Just ask! We can do that! Hope to see you out and about this weekend! Please place any pre-orders by Noon on Friday! Check out our Facebook page for the happenings on the farm and more!
If you’d like to pre-order, feel free to email us at farmgalsbake@yahoo.com; text or call us at 608-214-3475; or message us from our Facebook page.
Hook’s Corner Greenhouse
The mums are ready!!! We will be at market from now until the end of market season. We will have mums, grasses and a nice selection of our house plants at each market.
Mums and grasses will also be available at 100 William Street in Mineral Point.
Discounts available on multiples. Check our Facebook page Hooks Corner Greenhouse for more details.
Laxey Creek Sheep Ranch
Our hands are full with a new baby at the farm, so we’re not sure when we’ll be back at the market.
The farm store is open by appointment, and we have a fully stocked freezer. Our lamb is also available in Madison at Meat People Butcher Shop on Monona Drive. For more information, contact us by email or phone.
Ellen Geisler, 608-553-1469
laxeycreekranch@gmail.com
Laxey Creek Sheep Ranch, Mineral Point, WI
Learning to Fashion
I won’t be at market this week. Swing by the table when we’re back to say hello and check out our BRAND-NEW tote bags designs!
We will also have casserole carriers, one-of-a-kind paintings, stickers, and discounted totes from last season.
Email learningtofashion@gmail.com or head to https://www.learningtofashion.com/ if you’d like to commission a custom tote or painting!
Thank you!
Sarah
Love & Hugs From Lauri
Handcrafted Crocheted Lap Throws, Afghans, and Homegoods!
Stop by my table this season to check out new handcrafted crocheted lap throws, afghans, and home goods. We have lots to choose from!
We have dish towels with crocheted top and cotton dishcloths. Great gifts for birthdays or just for fun! Baby afghan and hat sets are the perfect gift for a baby shower!
I’ll be at the market as long as it isn’t raining on Saturday Sep. 13th.
Hope to see you Soon.
Love & Hugs From, Lauri
Find me on Facebook, Love & Hugs From Lauri
Or email me at laurifreedom13@aol.com
McKenna’s Makes
We will be at the Market this Saturday with a fresh batch of our handcrafted soaps and candles! Our candles come in a variety of shapes and scents made from an all natural coconut soy wax blend for a clean, long-lasting burn. Stop by and say hello this Saturday!
Merle’s Midwest Market
Coming soon- a beloved Wisconsin tradition in a jam- BRANDY OLD FASHIONED JAM!!! Spice up charcuterie board with Pickled Beets and Sweet and Sour Pickled Veggies! Stop by to grab some fresh homemade Rhubarb combination flavors! Don’t forget to pick up some Jalapeño Pepper Jam for your tailgate gatherings! Check out the tasty Apple BBQ sauce for your pulled pork!! So yummy! If you need to purchase jam or soap in between markets, please reach out at merlesmidwestmarket@gmail.com or text 608-712-5941.
Moore Creative Expressions
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!
Moore Creative Expressions plan on attending the Market with regularity until the end of the season, weather permitting and subject to change.
Follow us on Facebook! Please reach out if you have any questions, inquiries or orders. We can’t wait to see you soon!
Spenser, Zach and Lila Moore
Email: moorecreativeworks@gmail.com
Our Homestead formerly Magic Light Photography
What a perfect day we had for the Market last week, and this weekend is looking to be even better! Unfortunately, I will not be at the Market to enjoy the weather with you. I will be busy photographing the Mineral Point Car Show, at Soldiers Memorial Park. After you visit the Market, you should stop in and check out all of the great cars, trucks and motorcycles on display! If you need eggs or honey, feel free to contact me, or stop out and check out our self service roadside stand. I will try to keep it stocked with chicken eggs and honey this week and through the weekend. You can also contact me directly to arrange pick up or delivery of eggs or honey.
Thanks,
Mike
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Over The Moon Soap Company, LLC
Over The Moon Soap Company is happy to be back at market for their seventh year!
They will be at Market the following dates:
September 20
They have a full line of handmade Goat Milk Soaps and Shampoo Bars, along with a nice selection of soap and bath accessories to enhance your experience using their luxurious products.
Their selection of Over The Moon Soaps has grown to over 15 scents ranging from lavenders and citrus to earthy and spicy along with four companion shampoo bar scents. They truly offer something for everybody!
If you haven’t yet tried Over The Moon products, this is your chance to treat your skin and hair to some of the finest bath products available.
Stop by and say hello to the McIntyres. Yvonne and Patrick will be glad to see you and will be happy to speak to you about the benefits of using small batch, top quality soap products without harmful additives.
Can’t make it to market? No worries. Pre orders for pick up at market or at their home in Dodgeville can be placed by emailing overtheoonsoapco@gmail.com or call/text 608-574-5458.
Yvonne and Pat hope to see you at market soon!
PJ’s Poultry
PJ’s Poultry will be at the market for most of the summer. We will be bringing Eggs, Chicken, and Hooks Cheese. Our chicken cuts will be limited this summer due to processing changes. We look forward to seeing everyone this summer.
Follow us on Facebook!
Perry & Jennifer Baker
PJ’s Poultry
608-642-0818
pjs.poultry.llc@gmail.com
Rockin’ Highlands
👋 Hi Mineral Point Market friends!
Rockin’ Highlands Farm has what’s needed this Saturday!
Whether planning a late summer BBQ or stocking up for delicious meals, the perfect cuts are available. Come and chat with us about what makes Rockin’ Highlands Farm’s Scottish Highland beef special.
Here’s a bonus:
Want to try the incredible Reverse Sear method?
Low & Slow: Season steak and place it on a rack in a 250°F oven. Cook until the desired internal temperature is reached (around 115°F for medium-rare).
Rest: Remove the steak and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Sear: While resting, heat a cast iron skillet or grill to high heat. Add a high-heat oil (like avocado oil) and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until a crust forms.
Enjoy! Slice and enjoy a perfectly cooked, juicy steak!
See you Saturday!
Greg & Reeny Reynolds
(608) 341-7577
RockinHighlands@Gmail.com
Rural Roots
We are looking forward to being back at the market this week – and it will most likely be our last market of the 2025 season. We’re wrapping things up with something new and fun for fall: pumpkin arrangements! 🎃 💐 We’ll have petite pumpkins filled with fresh flowers for the perfect seasonal centerpiece or gift (get a sneak peek on our Facebook page). Thank you so much for a wonderful season – We hope to see you one more time this Saturday!
Saving Grace Cat Rescue
Hello Mineral Point market goers! We are so excited to be back at the market for the season. Saving Grace Cat Rescue will be present to share information about our rescue efforts and to collect donations. We will also have t-shirts and various pet themed items for sale to raise money for our nonprofit. You may even find some adoptable kitties joining us at the market from time to time. We hope to see you Saturday!
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Shooting Star Farm
It was cool one last week, and many of my tomato varieties have decided to stop ripening. I will, however, have lots of roma tomatoes. They’re great for salads and sandwiches as well as sauces. Most of my winter squash is still ripening and will need to be cured before it’s ready to sell, but I’ll have a few early varieties available this weekend. Also look for celery, leeks, sprouting broccoli, beets, scallions, limited cherry, red, and heirloom tomatoes, sweet bell and Italian frying peppers, shishito peppers, jalapeno & poblano peppers, an assortment of colorful peppers, lacinato kale, curly kale, green beans, mini lettuce heads, arugula, salad mix, cucumbers, yellow onions, the last of the white onions, basil, parsley, dill, and hopefully those radishes that were too small last week. Should be a beautiful weekend. See you Saturday!
Sugarface Donuts
Come and see Sugarface Donuts at the September 6th market! Share a bag of our classic, warm cinnamon sugar donuts or a boat of plain donuts with chocolate or strawberry icing dippers.
We’re excited to share our love of donuts with the Mineral Point community! Stop by, grab a bag of donuts and say hello!
Sunny Side Down
Sunny Side Down Farm are excited to be back this season at the Mineral Point Market!
We are bringing all your favorite artisan breads, locally famous cookies, fresh pies, donuts, and more!
New artisan breads this season! Come see what’s new!
ssdfarm.com
We look forward to seeing you this Saturday in Water Tower Park, Business Hwy 151 at Madison Street, Mineral Point! 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.
