Canyon Market News

February Edition

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Welcome to the third edition of Canyon Market News. With only 7 days to go until our first market, this email contains everything you need to know about our launch on MARCH 1st.

The Topanga Farmers Market is returning to the Topanga Community Center, every Friday, 9-1, beginning March 1, 2024.

Photo Credit: Hello Pinecone

Market FAQs

Where is the market located?
Topanga Community Center
1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd, Topanga CA 90290

How often does the market occur?
Every Friday 9 am – 1 pm, Rain or Shine (please follow us on Instagram for the most up-to-date information on unforeseen market closures).

Where do I park?
Parking is first come first serve. Our venue has FREE parking on site as well as street parking once the lot fills up. We encourage you to car pool!

Can I bring my dog?
No. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at the Topanga Farmers Market due to safety and liability reasons.  

Will there be prepared food and drinks available?
Yes! There will be a plethora of breakfast, lunch and drink options onsite (even things to bring home for dinner!).

What types of payment do the vendors accept?
It depends. All vendors accept cash and most accept Venmo, Apple Pay and credit cards. Bring a couple different forms of payment to be prepared! PLEASE NOTE: There is no ATM onsite.

We Aim to Be a Low-Waste Market

Please bring your reusable tote bags. If you forget your bags, we have a “Take a Bag, Leave a Bag” box by the manager’s booth and will also be selling our “Topanga Farmers Market” totes, French market bags and produce bags. Vendors will not be supplying plastic bags, but some will have paper bags. Feel free to bring your extra paper grocery bags or tote bags you would like to donate to the “Take a Bag, Leave a Bag” box. This is a work in progress, please let us know if you have ideas on how our market can produce less waste!

Photo Credit: Hello Pinecone

Full Vendor List!

We have worked very hard to bring you this incredible lineup of vendors. We’re thrilled to share the complete list:

Farms / Agricultural Vendors

  • Aquifer Gardens - a regenerative farm in Topanga growing organic citrus and veggies

  • Mahealani Farms - gourmet mushrooms

  • Weiser Family Farms - potatoes, Melons, grapes, peaches, stone fruit, peppers, tomatoes, flowers, carrots, greens, radicchio, cauliflower, spinach, broccoli, cabbage

  • Tehachapi Grain Project - heritage organic grains, flours and tortillas 

  • Etheridge Farm - organic citrus, stone fruit, nuts, seeds, and figs

  • Smith Farms - Certified organic tomatoes, strawberries, melons, citrus, greens and many varieties of veggies

  • McGrath Family Farms - Certified organic produce

  • Ayala Farms - Berries, leafy greens, herbs, citrus, and avocados

  • Cuyama Orchards - Certified organic apples

  • Burkart Organics - Certified organic fruit, including citrus, stone fruit, persimmons, pomegranates, and jujubes, and dried fruit

  • Eli's Bee Company - Topanga-made honey

  • Kandarian Organic Farms - Ancient grains, beans & peas, herbs & spices, pollens and lentils

  • Casitas Valley Pastures - sustainable meat, including poultry, pork, lamb, and eggs

  • Perennial Pastures Ranch: Regeneratively raised, 100% grass-fed, local beef & pasture-raised chicken

Prepared and Packaged Foods

  • The Canyon Bakery/The Angel in Your Kitchen - fresh breads and pastries

  • Topanga Mother - sourdough bread

  • Sweet Raw Life - 100% Plant-based vegan cream cheese, cheesecakes, butter and yogurt

  • JV Espresso Bar - hot coffees and teas

  • Swenglish By Nature - homemade gourmet granola

  • Re_Grocery - zero-waste refills for dry pantry goods like beans, rice, oatmeal 

  • Topanga Curry House - Indian Curries to go (fresh and frozen)

  • Koko Moo - fresh coconut and almond milk

  • Moulin Rouge Yogurt - French kefir yogurts

  • Me Gusta Tamales - hot tamales

  • Bun Boss - Authentic Chinese Dim-sum, Steamed buns and Dumplings with pork, chicken, veggie, and vegan options

  • Thomas Yerba Mate** -  organic, cold and hot-brewed Yerba Mate drinks, loose leaf yerba mate bags, gourds and bombillas

  • Happy To Be Here Cacao** - Ceremonial grade cacao blends

  • Village Organic Herbals** - Herbs, Teas, Spices, botanical medicine, and CBD products

  • Arcana Apothecary** - Fine Teas & Sacred Superfoods

  • In A Pickle** - Gourmet, small batch pickles 

  • Maestro Kitchen** - chili crunch hot sauce

**Vendors who will attend every other week

Food Truck

  • Vitality Bite - healthy breakfast menu including egg dishes, overnight oats, breakfast burritos, kitchari, hot chai tea, golden oat milk and much more

Launching in the Late Spring / Summer:

  • Vision Sprouts - Sprouted/Activated Nuts & Seeds, Sprouted/Activated Nut & Seed butter sauces

  • In Season Juice Co - Seasonal Cold Pressed Organic Juice, Shots, and Tonics 

  • Sunset Cultures - non-alcoholic drinks, raw kombucha & preserves

  • Wild Acai - Acai bowls and smoothies

  • Apricot Lane Farms - sustainably farmed, certified organic and biodynamic fruits and vegetables, including avocados, peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, pluots, oranges, mandarins, as well as meat, poultry and eggs

Artisans:

In addition, we will be hosting a rotating lineup of 7 artisan vendors a week, including flower arrangements, vintage clothing, jewelry, pottery, soaps, candles and so much more.

Here is our Artisan line-up for our first market:

Check out our Instagram posts for the Artisan Market line-up each week.

Photo Credit: Hello Pinecone

We STILL DEFINITELY need your support! 

Our new market will only be as strong and amazing as the community that supports it. Here’s how you can get involved:

  • Share and Comment on our Instagram and Facebook posts: Help show our vendors that we have a vibrant, supportive, and excited community and spread the word to other potential customers.

  • Spread the Word: Talk to your friends and neighbors who don’t use email or social media, and share the good news about the market launch on March 1st at the TCC.

  • Market Volunteers: Sign up to work at the market on Fridays. We need Parking Attendants, Market Support Team Members, and other volunteer roles. Click here to express interest in volunteering.

  • Market Sponsors: We still have a lot of work to do – and we have big plans for the future. We would like to enhance the market with music and entertainment, children’s programs, nonprofit booths and special events like electronic recycling and workshops. We also need ongoing support for our regular operating costs. Check out our Market Sponsorship Program here.

  • Artists: Apply to sell your art and wares at the market. Apply here.

Did you miss January’s edition of Canyon Market News?

Click here to read it.

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