Artists! Bring your own table, chairs & canopy. Check in with the market manager, Belinda Henderson, at 10 a.m. for set-up instructions.
Join staff from the Grand Rapids Public Library at the Southeast Area Farmer’s Market Saturday Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m! They will read stories, sing songs, have activities, sign you up for library cards and share information on library programs.
The market meets from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at MLK Jr. Park, 900 Fuller SE 49506.
“Art at the Market” will give neighborhood artists exposure during ArtPrize
The Southeast Area Farmers’ Market will host “Art at the Market” during market hours, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Sept. 18 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 900 Fuller Ave. SE 49506. The date was chosen to coincide with ArtPrize as participating as an artist in this event is not always accessible to artists from the Market’s neighborhoods or neighbors living nearby. Also, the neighborhood has many accomplished artists in its midst. Art at The Market will provide them an opportunity to showcase their talents, inspire their neighbors, and share any messages that their art expresses.
Artists are welcome to show up with their art, their own table/display and chairs, a tent (optional), and their own payment options. Artists will not have to pay a vendor fee on Sept. 18. All art displayed must be suitable for viewing by families with young children per the market manager’s determination. Art expressing a social justice message is strongly encouraged.
The Southeast Area Farmers Market will also host three community partners on Sept. 18:
Along with local produce, delicious cakes, pickles and chow chow, last Saturday at the Southeast Area Farmers’ Market offered Art at the Market.
Rokhaya Ndao, Motherland Beauties, showcased handmade jewelry, bags, African art and fabrics crafted by women in Senegal, who profit from their sales. women’s projects in Senegal, West Africa. Fine artists Alma Suarez, Derrick Hollowell and Eddie Kurlowicz shared prints of paintings and pencil drawings; Alma offered small sculptures depicting Catrinas, figures featured as part of the holiday Dia de los Muertos. Crafters vended jump ropes, scarves and kitchen accessories. Market manager, Yvonne Woodard, was proud to share the children’s book her son, Chris Dudley, illustrated, “Nyrah’s Bully Friend.”
Please join us!
The Southeast Area Farmers’ Market hosts “Art at the Market” during market hours, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 16 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 900 Fuller Ave. SE 49506. The market invites local fine artists and crafters to stop by and vend at the market with no vendor fee.
Our neighborhoods have many accomplished artists in its midst. Art at The Market will provide them an opportunity to showcase their talents, inspire their neighbors and share any messages that their art expresses. The date was chosen to coincide with Artprize as this event is not always accessible to artists from the Market’s neighborhoods or neighbors living nearby.
The market is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists will need to provide their own tables, tents and chairs.
Art at the Market
Saturday Sept. 17
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MLK Jr. Park
900 Fuller Ave. SE, 49506
When Our Kitchen Table decided to schedule an Art at the Market event at this year’s Southeast Area Farmers’ Market, Sarah Scott came to mind. An amazing, successful Grand Rapids artist, Scott had headed up the Heartside Gallery for many years, causing all kinds of great things to happen. Scott is a print-maker, instructor, tattoo apprentice at Honest to Goodness, and mama of two fierce kids. “Art and community happens all year ‘round in Grand Rapids,” she says. “Come celebrate prolific and dedicated artists, live art and music, family friendly, access for all!”
Scott agreed to come on board as Art at the Market facilitator — and we knew we were in for an exciting ride. First off, Scott has recruited two community partners to do family friendly, hands-on activities at the event.
Scott has also put together a wonderful line-up of artists to exhibit and sell at the event:
Claire Fisher, artist/musician, will show her vibrant, whimsical folk art that comments on icons of modern life and spirituality.Sarah Scott’s prints are featured at Have Company and at Honest to Goodness. And, she will have some of her art available for purchase at Art at the Market. You can view her work on Instagram: thesunthesunthesun.
Fine artist and musican, Derrick “Vito” Hollowell exhibited prints of his work and spun tunes for the 2014 Art at the Market.
On Saturday Sept. 19, the Southeast Area Farmers’ Market plans to 
host “Art at The Market,” a showcase of local fine artists and their work. The date was chosen to coincide with Artprize as this event is not always accessible to artists from the Market’s neighborhoods or neighbors living nearby. Also, the neighborhood has many accomplished artists in its midst. Art at The Market will provide them an opportunity to showcase their talents, inspire their neighbors and share any messages that their art expresses. Artists already involved in Artprize are welcome, too! It’s simple to get involved! Simply email OKTable1@gmail.com or call 616-206-3641 to sign up.
Several artists exhibited and sold their work during last year’s Art at the Market event, including Kent County commissioner Candace Chivis and successful fine artist, Derrick Hollowell. “The market is a real way for an artist to connect with the Community,” he says. “The casual atmosphere leads to personal conversations about an artist’s methods and motivation. It is a great way to find new collectors for your work, great vibe.”
The Southeast Area Farmers’ Market is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at Gerald R Ford Academic Center. The market warmly welcomes SNAP/EBT, Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) and WIC & Sr. ProjectFresh as well as cash and debit cards.
On Saturday Sept. 20, the Southeast Area Farmers’ Market hosted Art at The Market. Artists sharing their work included Derrick “Vito” Hollowell, giclee prints of his original paintings; Candace Chivis, oil painting inspired by Hurricane Katrina; Kelsey Hakim, silk screened t shirts; Yvonne Woodard, hand-made apparel and jump ropes; and Caitlin Saladin, prints of original illustrations.
Fine artist and DJ Derrick “Vito” Hollowell has shown his art as part of the market’s grand opening celebrations the past two years.
On Saturday Sept. 20, the Southeast Area Farmers’ Market plans to host local fine artists and their work at the market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The date was chosen to coincide with Artprize as we know this event is not always accessible to artists from our neighborhoods or our neighbors living nearby. But even if you are already involved in Artprize, we hope you’ll join us!
It’s simple to get involved! Simply email OKTable1@gmail.com to sign up!
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