Blue Heron Farm, situated along the Alsea Bay in Waldport is owned and cared for by Dominique and Ann Jumel. The Jumel's have been selling their organic produce and beautiful potted flowers at the Newport Farmers Market since almost the beginning. It is hard to resist the beautiful Cosmos, Sunflowers, Basil and other plants that Blue Heron offers for local gardeners. Dominique's vegetables are works of art bursting with flavor and the optimum nutrition that only a local farm could offer.

Do something good for your family and for the earth. Stop by Blue Heron Farm at the Saturday Farmer's Market. For more information write to us at info@newportfarmersmarket.org

"Gardener's Joy" is the featured farm of the week at the Saturday Farmers' Market. Owned and cared for by Linda Montgomery, it is located 8 miles east of Newport. Linda offers mixed hanging baskets with 12 to 14 plants in every pot, mostly antique varieties of zonal geraniums. These plants are typically grown as annuals but in Newport they may be able to winter over, or people can bring them into their house over the winter.

The flowers in her baskets will bloom the entire summer if people will give them a little water, and fertilizer. Linda starts her plants from cuttings in her greenhouse. She has been growing plants for over 20 years and owned a nursery in South Beach for 12 years. Of all the things she has done in her life--she likes growing plants the best.

A former teacher, Kim Herschler, of Red Alder Farm, is as passionate about educating her customers on the importance of locally grown food as she is about selling her delicious salad greens at the Saturday Farmers' Market. At her booth you will find arugula, mizuna, tatsoi, shungiku, varieties of lettuce, mustard, kale, and herbs and flowers in season. Kim is happy to offer recipe ideas as well.

Kim finds that farming on coast is not easy. "Greens are one crop that can be grown here year round in a protected environment. If you live on the coast and you want to eat locally, your need to eat greens which are very nutritious--a good source of beta carotene, vitamin a, and antioxidants."

Rain Forest Mushrooms is located in Eddyville, on the banks of the Yaquina River. The mushrooms are raised on spring water from the Oregon Coast Mountains and on sterilized hardwood sawdust. In the coastal forest, the morning fog and mist in this pristine area produce some of the world’s finest Certified Organic mushrooms. The folks at Rain Forest Mushroom raise Maitake mushrooms, Shiitake mushrooms, various kinds of Oyster mushrooms, Buttercap mushrooms, Scallop Mushrooms, Lions Mane mushrooms. For you folks who like to have fun growing cool and different things, they sell grow-at-home kits for many types of mushrooms. Stop by their booth this week!

http://www.rainforestmushrooms.com

McK Ranch is family owned and operated and is located in the beautiful Willamette Valley, approximately 15 miles west of Salem in the heart of wine country. The ranch overlooks vineyards and timber with a view of the mountains. They run 100 mother cows to produce a high quality Angus cross. The beef they sell direct to their customers is all natural, which means they do not use any growth hormones or antibiotics. McK Ranch is committed to raising healthy animals and they do give vitamin and mineral supplements. Their cattle are raised on grass, haylage, and clover year round, and are finished with oats, wheat and barley.

http://www.mckranch.com

From the beginning, the Farmers' Market has been one of Gathering Together Farm's number one outlets. The farmers pride themselves on the diversity and quality of the seasonal offerings at the market booth. Diversity is one of the keystones of the farm. Each year Gathering Together sells over 40 different types of vegetables of over 100 different varieties. We enjoy the energy of customers regaling the sea of fresh vegetables and fruits. To this farm, the market is a celebration of the connection a community needs with community-based family farms.

http://www.gatheringtogetherfarm.com

Randy and Sarah Walker of Walker Farms in Siletz offer delicious locally raised grass fed natural meats (primarily chicken) this first season at the market. If you haven't heard about the benefits of eating grass fed humanely raised meat, stop by their booth--they are always happy to answer questions. They also offer some produce, eggs and beeswax products.

On a few acres nestled in the hills near Stayton, Sarah and Cheng grow their beautiful flowers, along with vegetables and strawberries. There is always a line of people at their booth as people wait for custom made fresh cut flower bouquets, and perhaps a bag of beans or some Bok Choy, okra, peas and eggplant. They can also provide flowers for special occasions.

When he was quite a bit younger, Scott Drahn's parents raised hogs. It was Scott's idea to grow gourds and take them to the Corvallis Farmers Market. From there, the farm grew into what it is today: three generations of Drahns; raising some of the best sweet corn, apples, tomatoes, plums and other fruits and vegetables in the valley. The elder Drahns are as active on the farm as ever, and now Scott and his kids work alongside them. Come support a local family farm, and enjoy some of the tastiest produce around.

Gene and Jan Leech have been local anchors for the Newport farmers market for many years. They offer plants, cut flowers, berries, apples and veggies as well as "sage" advice to their customers. Their nursery is located just a few miles inland from Newport, so you can count on their plants to have what it takes to make it, especially in our coastal environment. If you have a question about how to successfully care for your new plants, they have the answers!

Sandra Knuckles offers hand crafted goat milk soaps, made with milk from her own herd. She specializes in herbal culinary vinegars, body care products, potpourris and herbal jellies. She also has plant starts for herbs, tomatoes and peppers.

Bill and Ina from Peoria Garlic Farm specialize in garlic, and their garlic is found in shops as far away as the East Coast. While garlic is their first love, you can find some of the best corn, squash, pumpkins and peaches when you visit their booth at the market.

Situated near Corvallis,
Jim Calkins and his crew grow a variety of veggies and fruits. Stop by
this weekend and check out their mountains of good things to eat!

For the last decade, Shawn Hanowell and Hanohaven Farms have delighted family and friends with fresh cheese made with the milk of his blue ribbon herd. As demand grew, Silver Falls Creamery was established. Located in the Willamette Valley, not far from Silver Creek Falls, Silver Falls Creamery provides the highest grade goats’ milk for their award-winning artisan cheeses. The combination of well managed goats, a pristine environment and expert craftsmen means that the consumer is getting the highest quality, freshest and best tasting goat cheese on the market. Recipes developed exclusively for Silver Falls Creamery are unique because the cheese can be used as an ingredient, hors d’oeuvre, on its own or a low fat subsitute for cream cheese.

http://silverfallscreamery.com/

Shoppers who drop by the Schindler Farms Riverside Inc. booth at the Newport market this summer will be witnessing a changing of the guard. Some weeks they’ll see a familiar face: farmer Ron Schindler, who has been bringing fresh produce to the coast for nearly 30 years. But they’ll also meet Ron’s son Jeff, who has taken charge of the retail operation.
Schindler Farms has been a family business for nearly a century, and Ron has been working his family’s land all his life. Jeff spent the last13 years selling cars, but decided it was time to give his dad a hand.
“He’s not really retiring, he just has too many irons in the fire. He wants to slow down and do some things like go fishing,” Jeff said. “Basically, Dad and I started talking and he needed some help. He said ‘I need you to come,’ and I came.”
Starting in late May, the Schindler will be bringing cherries, strawberries and early vegetables like peas and lettuce. Later, they’ll have berries, melons, onions, cucumbers, potatoes, garlic, sweet corn and tomatoes – the works. “Everything a farmers’ market should have, and all grown by me,” Ron likes to say. (Thanks to Oregon Coast Today for Image and Text)

http://www.oregoncoasttoday.com/schindlerfamilyfarms.html

Sylvia High brings tote bags, cute hats, and bottle covers crocheted out of recycled grocery bags to the Newport Saturday Farmer's Market. Sylvia's purpose for making these things is for recycling more than anything else. She is retired and it all started as something for her to do, but after talking to people and realizing how everyone is looking for ways to recycle, she made a commitment to be part of the trend. Now she has a passion for doing it and enjoys educating others and being part of the solution.

Join it! Instead of throwing them away, bring your plastic grocery bags to Sylvia for recycling. She is at the Farmers Market most Saturdays. For more information email us at info@newportfarmersmarket.org

"It's For the Birds" is our crafter of the week. Mel Beachell creates about 100 or so birdhouses every winter in his garage. He has been doing for about 20 years. The birdhouses are made from hand split old growth cedar. They are Mel's own design and construction, each one unique and different.

Why does he do it? He says, "To get away from the 'honey do' list when its raining, and it’s a nice clean hobby." This year he has a beautiful line of bird feeders, bird houses, condos, and lighthouses in many combinations, plus free pine cones for kids. He sells them at the farmers market each season until they are gone, so don't wait too long!

Marion Moir is our featured artist of the week. Marion is a transparent watercolorist, with Japanese influences in her work. She has a flair for paper making, and collage. Her repertoire includes puffins, cowboys. (she grew up on a working ranch) florals, sea life and mermaids. At the market her vegetable series is very popular. She also has a print of the farmers' market available too.

Stop by the farmers' market to see Marion's original watercolors, prints, note cards, and framed gifts.

Mike Eberhard, of Pebble Farms, is a part of the trend to create art using what is available in his immediate environment. A beach comber, Mike gathers beach rocks, agates, floats and driftwood to use in his one-of-a-kind birdhouses, feeders, and signs. If you are looking for something totally "local", search no further. Mike's art is a witness to the beach, the tides, the winds and the sand. He has been known to accept commissions, so if you'd like a sign naming and pointing to your local creek or beach, just ask!

Laren and JerriLynn Woolley are the featured photographers of the week at the Newport Farmers’ Market. The Woolley’s enjoy photographing the beautiful and unique scenes of the Oregon Coast. Visitors to the “Colors of the West” booth will find glowing sunsets, ocean scenes, coastal bridges, the bay, waterfalls, caves and lighthouses. Laren and JerriLynn offer the photographs in matted and framed options in many sizes. Although Laren specializes in coastal photography, he takes his camera with him on many trips and has captured underwater scenery including sharks, wildlife and mountain scenes. JerriLynn, although having entered the photographic scene a bit later has now produced some spectacular images as well.

Laren has won numerous awards (including several “People's Choice” awards) in various Pacific NW and local photographic competitions. Laren began his serious journey into photography in Bend, Oregon by working with and being mentored by a good friend and fine art photographer there. From there his love for photography has escalated. Laren and JerriLynn are member of the Yaquina Arts Association Photographers and enjoys and are aided much by that organization. They are always looking to expand their knowledge base in photography, their portfolio of coastal fine art and area of interest to other scenic areas. JerriLynn is also becoming an excellent portrait photographer.

http://colorsofthewest.com

Our artist of the week is Newport's own Coin of the Realm, featuring Zach Konowalchuk, violin; often joined by David Konowalchuk, guitar; They bring lively international music to the market.

Frank, Daisy and son Eric produce hand blown dichroic glass pendants and marbles, as well as hand poured gel candles.

Vicki's Originals offers appliquéd sweatshirts, suits, jean shirts, and book covers, coasters, gift and wine bags. Her wonderful and cozy homemade creations are popular items at the farmers' market. Stop by and check them out!

Elsie Chiavario can be found at the Saturday Farmers Market with her spinning wheel offering hand spun yarn, as well as hand woven rugs, baby quilts, and hot pads. She is happy to answer questions and offers classes in her fabric art processes. Stop by and have a chat with an interesting lady!

Shiloh Lillith started out making small appliquéd jewelry, and then graduated to large breast plates and from there to the real "art" that has been shown and sold in galleries. Because there was a demand for her work by people who just don't want a huge wall pieces, she started stringing jewelry. All of her pieces are one of a kind . She uses vintage beads, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals and TierraCast® findings. The findings are plated with silver, copper or gold unless otherwise specified. She will do custom work, if requested. If you have any questions about her work, please feel free to visit her website at www.shilohlillith.com.

http://www.shilohlillith.com

Anja Chavez is a master at the complex and fine detailed work of beading jewelry. She offers earrings, bracelets, and necklaces; using crystals, glass beads, gemstones, freshwater pearls and Millefiori beads. Her pouches are amazing. Stop by to see her work and visit with her on Saturday at the Farmers Market.

Della Gonzales is our featured crafter of the week. She offers
handcrafted mosaic stepping stones, shirts and sweatshirts, veggies grown
here on the coast, and art made with agates. Stop by and check it out!

Ray's Kettle Korn is the best on the Coast. Stop by for some delicious salty-sweet popcorn!

Michael Moore has been residing on the Central Oregon Coast for 8 years. For many years before moving to Oregon, he vacationed on the Coast, always with the dream of moving to the area. He instantly recognized the enormous Natural Beauty of the area. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountain Range are the towns of Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Seal Rock, Yachats, and many others. The seaport of Newport is the hub of a vast commercial fishing fleet where there are more varieties of seafood harvested than almost any port in the world. Michael became caught up in the romance of the fishing boats. Many photographs continue to flow from this close relationship, hopefully expressing the mood he experienced while taking them. Other scenes of the Ocean, Lighthouses, Bridges, etc, are also printed and displayed locally. Scenic Photography requires long hours spent observing a scene in order to find the perfect light to take the picture, which suits a nature lover very much. These photographs are offered for you to share in the special moment Michael experienced as he snapped the shutter.

http://www.michaelscoastalphotos.com

Planet Pendants offers pendants made from natural materials: shells, gemstones, fossils, and clay--accented with unique beads strong on 100 % cotton waxed cord tied with a fisherman's knot!

Tie dye clothes made the old fashioned way: tied by hand with rubber bands and soaked in beautiful colors. Also, cut and polished cabochons - agate, jasper, and jade--all wire wrapped.

The Newport Bay Coffee Roasters are roasting and serving their specialty coffee at the Saturday Market. Perfect for sipping while you shop!

http://www.newportbaycoffee.com

Pacific Sourdough is a small artisan bakery located next to Alsea Bay on the Oregon Coast. We create natural leavened sourdough breads, delicious coffee-house pastries and specialty desserts, all made from scratch. All of the breads and pastries are handmade in small batches. They contain no preservatives, artificial ingredients or hydrogenated oils. We use sustainable northwest grown wheat flours, organic nuts, spices, and seeds, locally made butter and the best fruits of the season.

http://pacificsourdough.com

The Chavez family’s dog treat business is named after their 8-year-old Pomeranian, Buster. But that doesn’t mean that Buster has screened or necessarily approved of the recipe. Turns out, he isn’t much of a critic.
“Buster is a very bad tester, because he eats it all. It really doesn’t matter what it tastes like,” said Anya Chavez.
Fortunately, other dogs with more discerning taste buds have given their approval of Buster Treats. Made with whole wheat flours and without preservatives, the doggie cookies come in chicken, peanut butter, cheese and bacon flavors.
Ben Chavez, Anya’s son and a senior at Newport High School, mixes each batch by hand. Anya and other family members help roll out the dough, cut the treats and cycle them through the oven at their Newport home. They’ve found a panting market at both Newport and Lincoln City markets for the past two years. Treat bags are $1 apiece or six for $5; Ben says that chicken is the most popular flavor.
(Thanks to Oregon Coast Today for Image and Text.)

http://www.oregoncoasttoday.com/bustertreats.html

What does “Chica” mean? Linda Cline, who sells beaded jewelry under the name “The Bead Chicas,” answers that question a lot. It’s a Spanish term for girl, or young woman, often used in an affectionate or personal way. In Southern California, where Cline is from, it’s a common term of endearment, used between girlfriends of any age.
Step into Cline’s booth at the farmers’ market, and you’ll know the definition right away. It’s a place to play, with beaded bracelets, necklaces and earrings that are fun to try on and easy on the pocketbook. Cline, a former teacher until her so-called retirement, loves to meet new people and show them her creations.
They’re all hand-crafted combinations of Swarovski crystal beads, pearls, glass cane beads and gemstones, with sterling silver, 14-karat gold filled or pewter findings. She makes everything from inexpensive “stretchy” bracelets for wrists both large and small (the baby girl versions are just two for $5), to complete grownup sets (with the most expensive necklace, bracelet and earring sets going for $100).
“It’s always quality with me. I use very high quality findings, and I always back my work,” Cline said.
(Thanks to Oregon Coast Today for text and image.)

http://www.oregoncoasttoday.com/beadchicas.html