Hennepin Becomes First Minnesota County to Achieve ‘Bicycle Friendly Community’ Status

Via a November 16 Hennepin County e-newsletter:

Hello bike friends —

The League of American Bicyclists has named Hennepin County a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Community, the first such distinction for a Minnesota county!

Thank you for your support, advocacy and for biking — you are responsible for much of the activity that earned us Silver status. The League of American Bicyclists takes a holistic approach to evaluate the cycling environment as a whole, not just miles of bikeway (though our 651 miles helps).

Previously, Hennepin County’s highest designation was honorable mention. We're now in elite company — no standalone county in the nation has higher status.  Levels from the League of American Bicyclists are bronze, silver, gold, platinum and diamond and are valid for four years.

Of course, being named Silver does not mean our work is done. Besides adding 20 miles a year to the network, we have a lot of work ahead of us to make biking in the county safe, comfortable and accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Today, though, take a moment to pat yourselves on the back for helping to make great progress.

You can read more about Bicycle Friendly Community status and the other communities selected at www.bikeleague.org/community.

Share your stories: #ridehennepin and www.hennepin.us/ridehennepin

For questions about biking in Hennepin County contact:

Kelley Yemen, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator
kelley.yemen@hennepin.us or 612-543-1963

Rocky and Troy: Gold Medal Floor

Last week we kicked off a silly photo series - The Adventures of Rocky and Troy.  Recently they were checking out the sites from the Endless Bridge of the Guthrie Theater. To the West they marveled at the Gold Medal Flour sign.

Is There a Demand for Winter Farmers Markets? YES!

November 14 was the first indoor Mill City Farmers Market of the 2015-2016 Winter season, and it was packed with very happy people.

I was blown away by the spectacular array of produce available - it was like an autumn market.

Nistler Farms is again taking orders for Christmas trees, which will be available for pick up at the December 12th Market.

Local author B.J. Carpenter signed copies of her cookbook, Come, You Taste, featuring traditional dishes from the Iron Range.

The MCFM continues to promote the Power of Produce program during the winter markets, encouraging kids to try new fruits and vegetables, and get involved with making healthy food shopping choices.

I wonder what this little cutie spent her token on...

Cherry Flowers of Page & Flowers is now offering coffee bag wall art.  Those burlap bags are great weed barriers in the garden, but the graphics on some of them just beg to be made into art.  Cherry does all the work for you - they're ready to hang.

Jeremy from Cherry Tree House Mushrooms debuted Reishi and Dark Chocolate brownies, along with Smoked Shiitake mushrooms (I used them in a batch of sweet potato soup - yum!)

The goat!

The next indoor Market is Saturday, November 21, 10am - 1pm.

A Goodbye and Thank You from the Piazza on the Mall

Via a November 13 e-newsletter from The Musicant Group:

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On December 31, 2015 The Piazza on the Mall will officially be decommissioned, making way for the redevelopment of the space for the expansion of Westminster Presbyterian Church and the construction of a new, enhanced plaza, based in large part on the lessons and successes of the Piazza. The Piazza came into being three years ago because of this redevelopment initiative and we are indebted to Westminster for their vision and generosity to the public realm.

A Lasting Legacy as a Pioneering Public Space

Over the last three years its been our privilege to pioneer a number of public space concepts at the Piazza, and to now see these spreading to other spaces in the region, including:

• High quality, free, moveable seating
• Games and and activities that are not secured, free and open to the public at all time
• The idea that we can affordably retrofit underperforming plazas, parks, and lots to be centers of life and activity
• Inclusive music making for those of all abilities through the Social Jam Sessions (pictured above)

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

As we close out this 3-year project, The Musicant Group would just like to say: Thank you!

• To Westminster Presbyterian Church for making this project happen through their vision and commitment to their surrounding community
• To all the visitors to the Piazza over the years. It brought us joy to see those of all ages and cultures enjoying the space, together. Because of you it was a model for what the civic and social life of our city could be
• To all of the performers and artists that graced the space: musicians, fire throwers, curlers, dancers, yogis, actors, and more! Your talents and energy made the space come alive!
• To Troy and Patrick  of ThreeSeven Design, who built the most unique gaming equipment I've ever seen in the Twin Cities
• And, finally, to The Musicant Group team members who worked tirelessly to make the place what it was over the years, including: Katie O'Neil, Ross Hackenmiller, Joe Giant, and Mike Janasz

Nothing Says Goodbye Like a Public Sauna

And as our final thank you and initiative in the space, we'll be bringing a sauna - free and open to the public - to the Piazza every weekend between Thanksgiving and Christmas! Details below!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Max Musicant
Founder and Principal
The Musicant Group
 

Little Box Sauna Heats Up the Piazza on the Mall this Holiday Season! Little Box Sauna (LBS), a project of MRAJ Architects  has teamed up with the 612 Sauna Society and The Musicant Group to bring the nordic sauna experience The Piazza on the Mall this holiday season!  When The Little Box Sauna will be open for three, 1.5-hour shifts between 5-9:30pm on: (Black) Friday, Saturday and Sunday: November 26-28 December 3rd-5th (Th, Fr, Sat) December 10th-12th (Th, Fr, Sat) December 17th-19th (Th, Fr, Sat) Every sauna experience will be accompanied by: Free sauna with towels, t-shirts, and water Hot drinks Kubb and winter lawn games Fire pits and s'mores Friday Specials! Every Friday we'll have special programming to enhance the experience for sauna goers and the public alike! Accordion Musician - November 27 Fire Performer - Dec 4th Storytellers - Dec 11th Singing Circle - December 18th I'm in! How Do I Sign Up?!?! Walk-ins will be welcome, but in order to secure your spot, you must secure a (FREE) ticket, at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-box-sauna-sign-up-tickets

Minneapolis RiverCurrent | Riverfront News Articles 11-13-2015

Happy Birthday, Doughboy!

http://www.startribune.com/pillsbury-doughboy-celebrates-50th-birthday/340213631/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/pillsbury-dough-boy

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2015/11/05/pillsbury-doughboy-turns-50/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/05/he-can-bake-his-own-cake-pillsbury-doughboy-turning-50-this-weekend/

http://www.kare11.com/story/news/2015/11/05/still-fresh-pillsbury-doughboy-turns-50/75224794/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/pillsbury-dough-boy?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_Business+%28Business+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

Flirt Boutique Open in Colonial Warehouse

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/flirt-boutique-is-now-open-in-the-colonial-warehouse-building

Possible Wood Chipping Site Relocation

http://www.startribune.com/park-board-s-chipping-site-may-move-from-fort-snelling-to-near-upper-river/340889141/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/park-board-considers-relocating-wood-processing-to-northeast-minneapolis

200 Central Development Proposal

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/11/alatus-prefers-condo-tower-for-st-anthony-main-site/

Pillsbury A Mill Sign Re-Lighting

http://www.a-millartistlofts.com/about/#news

The Food Building

http://www.classicalmpr.org/story/2015/11/06/moveable-feast-the-food-building?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_ClassicalMusic+%28Classical+Music+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

A-Mill Artist Loft

http://www.journalmpls.com/voices-feed/a-loft-to-remember

Soap Factory Future Uncertain

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/soap-factory

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/morning_roundup/2015/11/facing-budget-crunch-soap-factory-gallerywill.html

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/soap-factory-will-be-going-dark-this-winter

“More Than a Single Story” at Open Book

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/11/06/bcst-books-more-than-a-single-story?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MPR_NewsFeatures+%28News+%26+Features+from+Minnesota+Public+Radio%29

Bachelor Farmer Café Opening

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/the-bachelor-farmer-prepares-to-open-new-cafe

Click to read more ...

Poll - Taking Photos on the Stone Arch Bridge

Minneapolis is considering enforcing the requirement for wedding, portrait and other types of professional photographers to obtain a $75 permit before taking photos on the Stone Arch Bridge. What do you think?

Take the poll, join the conversation...

Holidazzle Returns November 27 - December 20, This Year in Loring Park

The Minneapolis Downtown Council in partnership with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board recently announced the schedule of events and new look for the 2015 Holidazzle, which will include a downtown Minneapolis skating rink located in Loring Park.

This year’s Holidazzle is free and open to the public, and will take place in Loring Park. Holidazzle will begin the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 27 and run Thursdays through Sundays, concluding on Sunday, December 20. Operating hours will be 5-9pm on Thursdays and Fridays, and 11am-9pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

More Info

MacPhail's 2015-2016 Spotlight Series Premiers Saturday with "Caffeinated Bach"

The 2015-2016 MacPhail Spotlight Series premiers this Saturday, November 14, with the performance of “Caffeinated Bach”.  If you've never attended a Spotlight Series event, you might want to add it to your list of must-sees.  Here's a glimpse at what to expect:

Coming December 10th & 11th - “Oliver Holiday & the Yuletide Caper”

Tickets $10, kids 12 and under get in free!

Performed by the new East Downtown arts group "The Good Arts Collective"

From the makers of Bear & the Barrel, comes the riveting story of Oliver Holiday & the Yuletide Caper. Oliver is not just any Christmas detective, he has a special kind of something that you can't deny makes him the perfect man for this case. Come join the cast and witness this great tale, along with a wonderful variety of acts making this an event not to miss.

2 Shows!
Thursday December 10th
Friday December 11th
Shows 7:30pm, Doors 7pm. 

Get your Tickets!
http://oliverholiday.brownpapertickets.com/

Washington Avenue Lane Closures This Week

Via a November 9 Hennepin County e-newsletter:

Washington Avenue (County Road 152) preliminary work related to reconstruction between Hennepin Avenue and Fifth Avenue South

Preliminary field investigations

Prior to next year's work on Washington Avenue, crews will be doing preliminary exploratory work. One of the activities, related to utility location identification, will occur this week.

Lane closures this week and weekend

Because of this utility related work, there will be lane closures on Washington Avenue between Hennepin Avenue and Fifth Avenue South during the week of Monday, November 9.

Crews will be on site starting Tuesday, November 10, and may need to use brief closures to access key areas.
 
In addition, there will be extended lane closures for more extensive work. These are anticipated to occur:
• Between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Friday, November 13
• Between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 14
• Between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, November 15

This timeline is subject to change due to weather conditions.

Project overview

Hennepin County, in coordination with the City of Minneapolis, is reconstructing Washington Avenue South (County Road 152) between Hennepin Avenue and Fifth Avenue South.

The project received approval of the preliminary layout from the Minneapolis City Council in 2014. Detail design is in progress and is anticipated to be completed in late 2015. Utility work is anticipated to begin in early 2016 in preparation for full roadway reconstruction later in 2016 and 2017.

For more information:
Nathan Ellingson, project engineer
nathan.ellingson@hennepin.us
612-596-0375
www.hennepin.us/residents/transportation/washington-ave-mpls

New Photo Series - The Adventures of Rocky and Troy

I was introduced to this line of crazy ceramic critters - Primordials - via Facebook posts by one of our favorite local artists, Alison Price. They're the creation of ceramic artist, Jennifer A Murphy. (You can find Alison's and Jennifer's work at the Tres Leches Art Gallery in the Northrup King Building.)

Initially they didn't appeal to me - I found them to be a bit off-putting.  But they slowly grew on me, and I kept thinking of how fun it would be to photograph them around our neighborhood.  We picked these two guys up during Art Attack! this weekend.  Jenny's Primordials are all one-of-a-kind, with their name etched into a leg.  The orange and yellow fellow is Rockea (which doesn't quite roll off the tongue, so we call him Rocky), and the little guy is Troy.

This is the beginning of what I hope will be a long-running silly series - The Adventures of Rocky and Troy. Below, they join us for brunch at Day Block Brewing.  Let the fun begin!

Northeast Farmers Market Announces 2015-2016 Winter Markets

The Northeast Farmers Market recently announced their Winter Market will be located in the Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave NE. Support local food vendors and artisans during the winter months and celebrate the community spirit of the Market.  Expect music, children’s activities, and more. Facebook Event Page  Vendor List

November – March (November 28, December 19, January 16, February 20, March 19) 10:00am-2:00pm

   

 

Minneapolis RiverCurrent | Riverfront News Articles 11-5-2015

7West Apartments Sold

http://www.startribune.com/sold-7west-apartments-designed-with-the-help-of-a-feng-shui-master-fetches-54-5-million/337964981/

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/10/weidner-pays-54-5-million-for-7west-apartments/

Rojo Will Replace Shag Sushi

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/shag-sushi-is-out-rojo-is-in

Historic Signs and Re-Lighting of Pillsbury Sign

http://www.minnpost.com/cityscape/2015/10/signs-time-why-we-spend-big-bucks-save-old-ads

http://www.startribune.com/a-red-letter-night-for-the-minneapolis-skyline/339834052/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/11/02/iconic-pillsburys-best-flour-sign-is-relit-tonight/

http://blogs.mprnews.org/newscut/2015/11/welcome-back-pillsbury-sign/

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/pillsbury-sign-lights-up-the-riverfront-once-again

Betty Danger’s Fall Cotillion

http://www.startribune.com/scene-heard-betty-danger-s-fall-cotillion/338811222/#1

Mill City Farmers’ Market Winter Markets Announced

http://www.americantowns.com/mn/minneapolis/news/mill-city-farmers-market-announcing-monthly-mill-city-winter-markets-24452437

Good Bye to Nye’s

http://www.startribune.com/i-ve-been-a-nye-s-regular-for-30-years-goodbye-to-my-favorite-bar/335192961/

Stone Arch Hotel Proposal

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/10-story-stone-arch-hotel-planned-for-downtown-east

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2015/11/02/10-level-hotel-planned-near-u-s-bank-stadium.html

http://www.startribune.com/near-the-new-vikings-stadium-another-hotel-is-being-planned/340001171/

Pillsbury A Mill Renovation (including video tour)

http://www.blog.generalmills.com/2015/11/new-life-for-the-mighty-pillsbury-a-mill/

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LAST WEEK FROM MINNEAPOLIS RIVERCURRENT | 10/31/2015

University’s Library Storage in Mined Space

http://www.minnpost.com/stroll/2015/10/subterranean-caverns-protect-us-andersen-library-collections

New Production Director at Guthrie

http://www.startribune.com/the-guthrie-theater-names-a-new-production-director/334269971/

Return of Pillsbury’s Best Flour Sign

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/10/19/the-iconic-pillsburys-best-flour-sign-will-be-back-in-minneapolis-skyline-this-week/

http://millcitytimes.com/news/breaking-pillsbury-sign-installation-to-begin-next-monday.html

http://blog.generalmills.com/2015/10/watch-for-flying-red-letters/

http://www.startribune.com/pillsbury-s-best-flour-sign-atop-pillsbury-a-mill-in-minneapolis-reinstalled-and-relit-after-significant-overhaul/334842371/#1

http://kstp.com/article/stories/S3941383.shtml

North Loop Restaurant Transitions

http://www.citypages.com/restaurants/shag-sushi-is-closed-and-will-reopen-as-rojo-7765280

Return of Flour Milling

http://www.startribune.com/in-a-return-to-its-roots-minneapolis-considers-allowing-flour-milling-in-neighborhoods/333653341/

Multi-Generational Condo Living

http://www.startribune.com/today-s-multi-generational-living-condo-units-in-the-same-building/333293181/#1

New Renderings of Alatus’ 200 Central Proposal

http://www.startribune.com/alatus-reveals-latest-designs-for-40-story-residential-tower-in-minneapolis/334705201/

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/blog/real_estate/2015/10/alatus-luxury-tower-200-central-ave-minneapolis.html?iana=ind_cre

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/alatus-offers-glimpse-of-40-story-tower

Trader Joe’s Planned for Chicago and Washington Development

http://www.startribune.com/trader-joe-s-is-a-go-for-downtown-minneapolis-location/334682271/

http://bringmethenews.com/2015/10/20/the-rumors-are-true-trader-joes-will-open-in-downtown-minneapolis-in-2017/

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/10/trader-joes-hears-ka-ching-in-downtown-east/

http://kstp.com/article/stories/S3941295.shtml

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2015/10/20/trader-joes-confirms-downtown-minneapolis-store.html

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/trader-joes-is-coming-to-thresher-square

http://www.kare11.com/story/news/local/2015/10/20/trader-joes-to-open-location-in-downtown-minneapolis/74278900/

http://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/10/20/trader-joes-a-go-for-downtown-minneapolis

http://www.citypages.com/restaurants/downtown-minneapolis-is-getting-a-trader-joes-7771857

Photos of 1930s Minneapolis

http://www.startribune.com/minneapolis-in-the-shabby-30s/334686821/

Development Concept for 121-125 Washington Avenue North

http://www.startribune.com/plans-rolled-out-for-revamped-sex-world-building/335329621/

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/morning_roundup/2015/10/sex-world-building-will-get-revamp-under-new-owner.html

http://www.journalmpls.com/news-feed/new-plans-surface-for-sex-world-building

Twin Cities Horror Festival at Southern Theater

http://www.twincities.com/entertainment/ci_29002610/twin-cities-horror-festival-is-its-ghastly-ghostly

http://www.citypages.com/arts/dont-be-afraid-of-the-tc-horror-festival-and-its-infectious-plays-7788342

Big Sit Event at Coldwater Spring

http://www.startribune.com/official-tally-at-the-big-sit-birds-and-good-times/335886411/

North Loop Office Sub-Market

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/blog/real_estate/2015/10/hot-north-loop-office-submarket-is-metros-tightest.html

Henry IV, Part I at Open Book

http://www.twincities.com/localnews/ci_29015311/twin-cities-theaters-increasingly-do-shakespeare-all-female

Lowry Avenue NE Plan

http://finance-commerce.com/2015/10/redevelopment-framework-set-for-lowry-avenue-ne/

Riverfront Business Periscope

http://www.startribune.com/periscope-names-ad-agency-heavyweight-elizabeth-ross-as-ceo/336503231/

Minneapolis Riverfront Partnership -- Riverfront Vitality Report and Winners of Mississippi Minute Film Festival

http://kfai.org/news/2015/10/51538

Food Building Tours

Open tours Mondays, 10:00am – Noon

The Food Building, located at 1401 Marshall Street NE in Northeast, started as a conversation about pigs.

Kieran Folliard and Mike Phillips were discussing the absurdity of shipping Minnesota pigs to California for processing and then shipping the salumi back to Minnesota to sell. What if salumi made from Minnesota pigs was made in Minnesota? So they found a building on a desirable corner in the working heart of Northeast Minneapolis, along the Mississippi. The building had more space than Mike needed to make delicious salumi, so Kieran decided to create a space where several expert makers could craft their food.

Enter cheesemaker Rueben Nilsson. Rueben is fired up about making cheese using milk from Minnesota grass-fed cows. So with Kieran’s help, Mike created Red Table Meat Co. and Rueben created The Lone Grazer Creamery. These brands are connected by a “Taste of Place.” Simply put, Minnesota’s distinct seasons and savory characters combine to make one-of-a-kind foods. Their motto is “Farmer Near, Made Here.” Everyone is invited to come see the process – “it’s like a brewery tour, only with food.”

A hopeful addition to Mike and Rueben is baker Steven Horton (former Rustica owner), who is working with the City of Minneapolis to get approval to start a small scale flour mill (using stone for grinding, not steel rollers).

Read more about Steve Horton and his plans on MPR News...

Career Opportunities at Mill City Clinic

University of Minnesota Physicians is a premier physician organization dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-focused specialty care in more than 100 specialty and subspecialty areas. Established in 1997, we have the widest range of specialists in the greater Twin Cities area with more than 850 physicians and 1,600 health professionals. From the classroom to the clinic, we are driven to be the leaders in patient cures and care.

Mill City Clinic is an award-winning primary care clinic nestled in the heart of the downtown east Mill District neighborhood of Minneapolis.  The clinic treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions, and the care team is comprised of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other dedicated professionals.  Mill City Clinic is committed to delivering world-class care in a small clinic setting. 

We have an opening for a LPN and Certified Medical Assistant.  For more information and to apply for these positions, please visit the following links:

LPN: http://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=UMNPHYSICIANS&cws=1&rid=7042

CMA: http://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=UMNPHYSICIANS&cws=1&rid=7015

2015-2016 Snow Emergency Info - Many Ways to Stay up to Date

If you didn't receive the 2015-2016 Minneapolis Snow Emergency Brochure in the mail, you can find the information online and subscribe to various update options:

Hotline - By calling the automated 612-348-SNOW hotline, folks can find out if a Snow Emergency has been declared. If a Snow Emergency is in effect, the hotline will have information on that day’s parking restrictions that drivers need to follow to avoid tickets and tows. The hotline includes information in English, Spanish, Somali and Hmong.

The City’s website - Go to www.minneapolismn.gov/snow to find out whether a Snow Emergency has been declared and for a wealth of information on Snow Emergencies in many languages. Also, check out the street lookup, which lets you put in an address or a neighborhood to see where you can park during a Snow Emergency.

Phone alerts - Minneapolis uses a phone alert system to notify residents when Snow Emergencies are declared. It is an automated notification system that can place thousands of calls per hour. You can add your cellphone or unlisted landline number to the alert system by signing up at www.minneapolismn.gov/snow.

Email alerts - You can sign up to get Snow Emergency alerts automatically emailed to you. Go to www.minneapolismn.gov/snow/snow_esubscribe for more details.

App for Android devices and iPhones – Drivers who have Android devices or iPhones can download the Snow Emergency app. During a Snow Emergency, the app will tell them the parking rules for that day. It also has a street lookup, which lets them see where they can park on that day by street address or by having the device’s GPS pinpoint their location.

The media - News releases are sent to the media so TV, radio stations and other news outlets can inform their viewers and listeners that a Snow Emergency is in effect.

Cable TV - Tune in to cable channels 14 and 79. These channels will have information in several languages when a Snow Emergency is declared.

Facebook and Twitter – Like Minneapolis Snow Emergency on Facebook. If you have a Twitter account, just follow us. Both the Twitter and Facebook pages will tell fans and followers when a Snow Emergency is declared.

Wilde Roast Cafe Now Accepting Donations for The Food Group

In November and December, bring in non-perishable items to the Wilde Roast Cafe and receive a 20% OFF coupon. They will have a big blue barrel to accept food goods for The Food Group (formerly the Emergency Foodshelf Network) and a separate barrel to accept donations for the pet food shelf.

Mill City Farmers Market 2015 Outdoor Season Comes to an End

The only thing scary about the final outdoor Market being on October 31 was the weather. The vendors, however, were having fun just the same - like Mother Earth at WEI:

Fred from French Nugget wanted everyone to know (in a Spanish accent) that his character was "Carlos". I have to say, that's the first time I've ever encountered anyone using a voice as their costume.

Kale-osaurus:

Susan Dietrich - the mastermind of Very Prairie treats.

I'll trade you a galette for your brain, how's that sound?

Even a few pets were decked out.

MCFM Executive Director, Martha Archer, and volunteers were fueling the vendors with treats.

October 31 marked the final Mill City Cooks demo for Chef Heather Hartman - aptly dressed as the Swedish Chef from the Muppets. Heather will be devoting her full attention to her personal chef service, Farm to Fork.

Sweet potatoes!

Don't let the name fool you - Thelma Sanders Sweet Potato is really a squash.

A Downton Abbey-style hat designed by Ruth Kinkade of The Abbey.  She will have more available at the November 14 indoor Market.

It's never too early to start planning for a 2016 CSA membership!

The goat!

Starting in November, the Mill City Farmers Market moves indoors for their monthly Winter Markets - 10:00am to 1:00pm every second Saturday, November 14 thru April 9 inside the Mill City Museum.  Plus there are 3 bonus dates as noted on the below schedule: