By Jennifer Eisenbart
Staff Writer
The Burlington Farmers Market returns for its sixth season Thursday, May 2, at Wehmhoff Square Park.
Market Director Carol Reed said time has flown by, but there are still new things to be found. This year, the market has instituted a debit/credit card system. A token will be given, and people can shop the entire market.
“A lot of people just don’t carry cash anymore,” said Reed. “We’re excited about (the token system).”
The tokens will also replace gift certificates.
“You can physically hand something to the people you give them to,” said Reed.
This year, the vendors will move completely into Wehmhoff Square Park. East Washington will remain open now, but will be designated as market parking.
Part of Perkins Boulevard will be closed for vendors who need more space.
Reed estimated about 25 vendors will participate, though some will be coming later in the season.
“All the regulars will be there,” she said.
Reed added that the weather forecast looks cautiously optimistic.
“We’re hoping for some better weather,” she said.
Vendors include: Adoption Acres; Allen’s Triangle Restaurant; Benhart Farms; Brightonwoods Orchard; Decatur Dairy/Pineview Farm; Ela Orchard; Jake’s Kettle Corn; LarryVille Gardens; LuAnn’s Butters; LuAustin Brand; Nature’s Niche Farm; Maple Avenue Preserves; River Valley Ranch; Roberts Produce; Rushing Waters Fisheries; Simon’s Gardens; Soap of the Earth LLC; Steinhoff Honey; SueSki’s Worm Farm; Sugar Creek Farm; Wild Flour Bakery; and WisConian Delectables.
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