Eat Local. Eat Fresh. Forest Grove Farmers Market
The Forest Grove Farmers Market operates between mid-May and mid-October and is located in the heart of downtown Forest Grove, across from Pacific University. The Market has grown significantly since opening with over 1,000 visitors each Wednesday and it continues to grow.
The Forest Grove Farmers Market is managed by Adelante Mujeres, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to the holistic education and empowerment of low-income Latina women and their families. The Farmers Market promotes a family-focused environment with a Latino flair. Consequently, it attracts individuals from all age groups, and with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Additionally, the Market is a small-business incubator for Adelante Mujeres sustainable farming program, and career and economic development program.
Shopping at the Farmers Market means
- your food doesn’t travel the US average of 1500 miles from field to fork
- you are supporting local farmers and small business owners
- you are aware of local food systems
- you support your community
- you get the freshest produce available to you
- you get to know the farmer who nurtured your food
The Forest Grove Farmers Market depends on volunteer support. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or vendor or more information, please contact Gina Bell, Market Manager at gbell@adelantemujeres.org or 503.992-0078.
If you are interested in performing at the 2010 Market, fill out and send in the Entertainment Application. Applications are received and dates assigned on a rolling basis.
Further questions? Please contact the Market Manager at 503.992.0078 or farmersmarket@adelantemujeres.org.
2010 Entertainment
May 12th - Ramblin' Choir Boys
May 19th - No music due to high winds and rain - Yikes!
May 26th – Noah Peterson and Tanner Curly
A blend of pop and Jazz that's sure to please all those who listen. Noah Peterson and his bands play jazz, in prides large and small his swinging troupe of hip cats play like lions on the prowl; bold and fiery one passage, sweet and tender the next. The excitement created when he plays is electric, it's the sublime moment; this is Jazz.
June 2nd - Sewblue
Singer Songwriter, Chelsea Smith's sweet, complex vocal lines float over an ensemble that features bass, drums, violin and a homemade marimba! Sew Blue's sound fits somewhere in between the folk and jazz traditions, keeping the audience on its toes with an eclectic variety that can only come from such a creative instrumentation. www.sewblue.net
June 9th – Dan Lange
Dan Lange plays with the clash and ring of a resonator guitar, the power and passion of the Blues. Slide guitarist Dan Lange draws on music from a variety of sources, interpreting it with a Delta Blues slide guitar style full of intensity and surprises. http://cdbaby.com/
June 16th - Painted Grey
Painted Grey is an Alternative Pop Rock band hailing from Portland, Oregon. With an unbridled passion for music, Painted Grey shines like a beacon in the foggy Pacific Northwest. Starting as an acoustic duo with Andrew Tewson and Deanna Walton, Painted Grey began to take shape with the addition of Caleb Roloff in the spring of 2008. Shifting away from a solely acoustic style, they've developed a much fuller and rock driven sound, while artistically reflecting their acoustic roots. http://www.Myspace.com/PaintedGrey
June 23th - Blue Groove Jazz Combo
These high school Jazz cats know where it's at! Check out their website and prepare yourself for a great show! http://www.bluegroovejazz.com/
June 30th - Todd Samusson
Todd Samusson and Rick Brodner are an acoustic duo based in Portland, Oregon performing all-original alt.folk music. Songwriter Todd Samusson writes songs that convey the big picture issues of the day through the small print of personal human stories. With wit, insight, humor, and a strong social conscience he creates songs that speak to the hearts and minds of listeners. He began writing songs in Austin, Texas but moved to the Pacific Northwest and draws his inspiration from the region's natural beauty. http://www.myspace.com/samusson
July 7th - Ramblin' Choir Boys 4-6pm
The Ramblin' Choir Boys play a variety of classic folk and Americana music that fits right in the Farmers Markets' energetic and family atmosphere.
6-8pm - Big Mama Gayle, presented by 1st Wednesday and sponsored by Joe's Ice Cream & Deli
July 14th – Kieth Cantrell
Keith Cantrell plays and sings a well-rounded blend of American classic music including early folk, classic rock, blues, country and standard pop tunes from the 1950s, 60s and 70s. He is also proficient at children's music covering movie hits, pop tunes and traditional kid’s songs from the last 30 years.
July 21st – Cabin Fever Band
Cabin Fever Band will perform everyone’s favorite rock hits from the 1950s and 60s along with some classic country hits.
July 28th - Nicole Chan
Nicole Chan is a local singer songwriter and her music follows the pleasantly sounding pop-folk genre.
Aug 4th - Gary Lapado 4-6pm
Gary Lapado and his band, the Shwing Daddies are four amazing musicians that just love to sing and play incredible harmony oriented rock and roll music that most bands don’t even attempt. Their wonderful enthusiasm for performing their unique choice of songs comes out in all of the music they play whether it be the Beatles, Crosby Stills and Nash, Jimmy Buffett or even Billy Idol. Their passion for their special brand of rock and roll is infectious and is guaranteed to get everyone listening or dancing and especially singing along. www.shwingdaddies.com
6-8pm - Broken Soviet Presented by 1st Wednesday and sponsored by a grant from the Cultural Coalition of Washington County.
Aug 11th - Terra Hurdle
Local Jazz combo comprised of talented Pacific University students.
Aug 18th - Forest Grove Dance Arts & The Forster Brothers
Forest Grove Dance Arts classes progress at every level. The goal of the studio is to build confidence and pride, teach proper technique, respect, coordination and appreciation for the arts of dance. www.forestgrovedancearts.com
Aug 25th - Sewblue
Singer Songwriter, Chelsea Smith's sweet, complex vocal lines float over an ensemble that features bass, drums, violin and a homemade marimba! Sew Blue's sound fits somewhere in between the folk and jazz traditions, keeping the audience on its toes with an eclectic variety that can only come from such a creative instrumentation. www.sewblue.net
Sept 1st - TXT MSNGRS 4-6pm
Matthew Eagan's band performed last year and we are happy 2 have them back for another performance. C U There!
6-8pm - Ian's Band Presented by 1st Wednesday and sponsored by a grant from the Cultural Coalition of Washinton County.
Sept 8th - Valley Brass Band
Sept 15th - Uncle Yascha
Uncle Yascha performs neglected gems from the Jazz, Tango, Yiddish, and Cowboy traditions, and tells stories with musical accompaniment. www.myspace.com/uncleyascha
Sept 22nd - Calvary Church Band
Another one of Matthew Eagan's projects, the Calvary Church Band plays a wide variety of popular tunes.
Sept 29th - The Alphabeticians
Mister Hoo and Mister E have been best friends since their salad days in the mid 80s. They formed The Alphabeticians after they both became fathers, heard some of the music that was promoted as “Kid's” music and thought, “We can do better than that.” They combine humor, clever (mostly original) songs, interactive elements and an all around great stage show to entertain people of all ages. Adults have as much fun as kids at a typical show, where you're likely to hear songs about numbers, size, dads, metaphors, bags, monsters, extinct fish and multiple alphabet songs. They have been performing as The Alphabeticians since 2009, but they have an estimated 47 years of combined experience playing and performing music, and have performed more than 470 shows.
Oct 6th – 4-6pm - TBA
6-8pm - Hans on Accordion Presented by 1st Wednesday, Hans will play some authentic Oktoberfest music to celbrate the German tradition and our region's bounty!
Oct 13th – TBA
Does your band want to perform at the market? Contact Andrew Mueller, Booking Manager, with any questions you have about performing. Or skip to the good stuff and click here for an entertainment application and send it our way!
