Fresh Flavors And Community Spirit At The Local Farmers Market
Author: Sheree Beauchamp, Townsend Farmers Market Manager
Fresh Flavors and Community Spirit at the Local Farmers Market
Sheree Beauchamp
Townsend Farmers Market Manager
Every Thursday afternoon, a buzz of activity transforms the Townsend Wi-Fi Park into a vibrant hub of fresh produce starting with in-season veggies moving into the summer veggies, fresh baked cookies, pork, frozen chicken, lamb and beef, eggs, laundry soap, local grown flowers, fresh bread, jam and jellies and a variety of very talented local crafters. The motto is “Grow It, Make It, Bake It.” Townsend Farmers Market has become more than a place to shop- it’s a celebration of community, sustainability, and the bounty of local agriculture and talented crafters.
From early spring, with the first market starting on May 22, 2025, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm to late fall, the market draws crowds with its colorful tents and the scent of fresh brisket smoking in the smokehouse. Local farmers proudly display their harvests, offering everything from asparagus, lettuce, spinach, peas, tomatoes, sweet corn, potatoes, onions and pumpkins finishing off the season.
It is about connecting people with where their food comes from. Customers get to talk to the growers, ask questions, and really know what they are buying. Artisans highlight their winter creations, including earrings, necklaces, blankets, tea towels and so much more.
There is always a friendly face and conversation is always welcome. Shopping local helps our community. Every dollar spent here goes back into our community. It is an economic boost, and it builds relationships between neighbors. Our Thursday market vendors are limited to Broadwater County residents only. You truly are helping your neighbors.
Thank you, Rocky Mountain Supply, for allowing us to use the market area.
New Saturday Farmers Market
This year we are branching out into a Saturday Farmers Market. There will be two Saturday markets a month (1st and 3rd Saturday of each month) starting on Saturday, May 3rd from 11:00 to 3:00 pm on Cedar Street beside Reading Leaves Books. There will be our regular vendors as well as vendors from outside Broadwater County. This will be the start of our Saturday Markets, and we hope to bring you the same community atmosphere. Come and check out what we have to offer or maybe just pick up a gift or two.
Thank you, Reading Leaves Books, for allowing us to use the area beside your store.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor at either market, please contact Sheree Beauchamp, Townsend Farmers Market Manager 406-465-4977.
We look forward to another wonderful year! Thank you, Townsend friends and neighbors, for supporting your local markets.
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