1st Outdoor Market! New Vendors. Spring Produce. “Golden Tomato” Award! In Memory of Stan.

May 1

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1st Outdoor Market of the Season is May 2!

This Week’s Participating Vendors

Market Map

Vendor list and map are current as of publishing. Absences may occur without notice due to weather, product availability, or other factors.

Check out Our Interactive Map!

Search by vendor name or product and find out when and where they’ll be week to week.

The interactive map and full list of vendors is available on our website: https://worthingtonpartnership.org/farmers-market-vendors

Volunteer of the Year Award

Last week was National Volunteer Week and we closed out our indoor market season by presenting the 1st annual Janice Taylor Williams Volunteer of the Year Award to the namesake herself – Janice “Jan” Taylor Williams.

The entire Worthington Farmers Market community – vendors, customers, volunteers, staff – was thrilled to bestow the “Golden Tomato” award on such an outstanding and deserving person. And as you can see, so was Jan!

Veggie Spy & Versatile Vegan

IT’S HERE! It’s time for the first outdoor market of the season! It’s going to be a little chilly, but the Veggie Spies assure us that there will be plenty of hot coffee and tea from our vendors and local businesses to keep you warm! Make sure to come out and grab the first produce of the Spring/Summer season!

Asparagus: Gillogly Orchards | Kohlrabi: Raber Organics | Rhubarb: Raber Organics

A variety of greens like Swiss Chard, bok choy, spinach, and romaine lettuce are available at multiple growers, including 9N, Cottage Garden, Drift Hills, Feed Me Tomatoes, Franklinton Farms, Jorgensen Farms, Raber, Rock Dove, Tilley Farmstead, Toad Hill, and more!

Like asparagus fans everywhere, the Versatile Vegan is eager for spring and the arrival of fresh asparagus. Now’s the time you can enjoy this Vegan Asparagus Soup! https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/asparagus-soup/

The kohlrabi at the market looks perfect! Use it for a twist on coleslaw with this Kohlrabi Coleslaw: https://www.bexleynaturalmarket.org/post/kohlrabi-coleslaw

Now that rhubarb is in season, you can enjoy this tender and moist Vegan Rhubarb Bread: https://holycowvegan.net/vegan-rhubarb-bread/

Don’t forget that the market starts at 8am!. What?! You can’t get up that early on the weekend? Don’t worry, the market has plenty of ways to ease you into an amazing Saturday. If your Friday night was a bit too enjoyable, head to Bread Fed Bakery for a Hangover Bagel that’s a meal in itself! There are plenty of coffee jolt variations from Café Graciela, Ramble Coffee, Silver Bridge. and our local shops like Kitties and La Chatalaine! Also check out Sunny Sips for creative coffee-based cold beverages!

Food Truck - Bite Me Breakfast

We are pleased to welcome the Bite Me Breakfast food truck to our regular rotation this season! Bite Me specializes in hearty morning fare in handhelds and bowls. Husband and wife team, Jared & Mary Siculan, are the faces behind the window. Jared grew up in Worthington and graduated from Kilbourne in 2006. Be sure to give them a big Worthington welcome!

Place your order in front of US Bank on the east side of High Street!

Producer & Market Partner News

Foris Extraordinary Meats, Booth #67, Dewey’s Plaza

We’re bringing Wagyu beef bacon (yum!), fresh Chorizo, and our full lineup of handcrafted salamis to the markets this Saturday.

Stock the fridge with our Sausages for easy weeknight meals, grab picnic staples, and load up on the bacon

Kay’s Pies & Cobblers, Booth #10, Southwest Village Green

We've missed seeing your faces, and we can't wait to bring you some homemade goodness this Saturday. We're starting the season off with a lineup we think you're going to love:

Key Lime Pie
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
Rhubarb Pie (mini & full size!)
All your longtime favorites
Brand new Cobblers — fresh addition to the Kay's family!
A small, select run of gluten free and vegan options will also be available

The Mochi Shop, Booth #50, UMC Lawn

2 New Flavors this weekend:

Honey Black Sesame (wildflower honey, organic ground black sesame, white chocolate, Kinako (roasted soy bean) drizzle, sesame seeds.

Midnight Mascarpone! Mascarpone cream & Vietnamese Coffee, dusted with cocoa powder

Simple Times Mixers, Booth #59, Dewey’s Plaza

The Ultimate Race Day Julep. Whether you're trackside in a statement hat or celebrating from home with friends, elevate your julep with the cleanest, freshest taste possible

New Path Farm, Booth #56, UMC Lawn

Congratulations, Matt & Alicia! Baby Lucas debuted as our newest market “sprout” on April 8!

Sitara’s Sweets by Kat, Booth #47, UMC Lawn

Bread is back on the menu this week! Three varieties of Zucchini bread, and my newest addition, Italian garlic bread!

Welcome New Vendors!

Stop by and say hello (and maybe snag a sample!) to our NEW vendors joining us this week!

Borrowed Land Farms, Booth #20, West High Street

Flake and Fold, Booth #21, West High Street

Mr Pickles Dillicious Lemonade & Popcorn, Booth #23, West High Street

NOOish Instant Matzo Ball Soup, Booth #101, Southeast Village Green

Produce Perks & SNAP/EBT

May is peak spring vegetable season. Here’s what you might find at an Ohio farmers market right about now . . . and they're SNAP eligible! Learn more about how to stretch your EBT a bit further at produceperks.org.

Worthington Makers Market - 1st & 3rd Saturdays

We are excited to kick off the Worthington Makers Market season THIS SATURDAY! On the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month, artists, crafters, and makers will set up on the North Village Greens in Old Worthington from 8am to 1pm. You'll find handmade baskets, art, jewelry, prints, toys, and so much more. Join us!

(NOTE: Farmers Market tokens are not accepted at the Makers Market.)

In Memory - Stanton “Stan” Erle Prior

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Stanton Erle Prior on April 28, 2026 at the age of 97. Many market-goers will remember Stan as the proprietor of “Hogwash Soaps” and recall fondly his kindness and humor. Stan’s son continued to bring Stan to the market to visit with his fellow vendors and favorite customers for many years after he closed the business. Our deepest condolences to his family. He will be missed.

SAVE THE DATES

Third Thursday, 5-8pm

Sunday, May 3

Don’t forget! Leadership Worthington Service Day is coming up on Sunday, May 3

If you or someone you know could use help with outdoor chores this spring, like yard clean-up, weeding, or trimming, this is a great opportunity to get assistance. (Participants must live within the Worthington School District.)

We already have many volunteers ready to lend a hand, but we still need more homeowner requests. If you’d like help, be sure to submit your request by April 19!