Aaronap Cellars

 6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Aaronap Cellars is redefining New England wine through small-lot, artisan winemaking that celebrates the specific terroirs of our two Massachusetts estate vineyards. From sustainable viticulture in the vineyard and the combination of time-honored handcrafting with modern techniques in our cellar, we create wines that are as unique as the coastal and inland soils they come from. Join us to taste the difference.  
Innovative Wines. Distinctly Massachusetts.

Westford, MA - 978-501-4495
info@aaronapcellars.com
www.aaronapcellars.com
https://www.instagram.com/aaronapcellars/

Bagel Alley

6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Bagel Alley has been making and selling fresh bagels since 1980. All of our bagel dough is made from scratch (with flour, salt, sugars, malt, and dough conditioner), and bagels are baked fresh every day. At market, look for plain, cinnamon raisin, pumpernickel, health, wheat, egg, spinach and herb, poppy seed, sesame seed, onion, and everything bagels.

1 Eldridge St, Nashua, NH - (603) 882-9343
facebook.com/pages/Bagel-Alley/137048589729135

Basil n’ Spice, Thai Cuisine

6/28, 7/26, 8/23, 9/20 & 10/11.

Enjoy the True flavors of Authentic Thai Cuisine: We are a minority/woman owned business, focusing on locally sourced, Gluten, dairy, and peanut free meal options. We have taken our award-winning Pad-Thai and bottled it up to make it into a kit you can make at home: Restaurant Quality Pad-Thai that you can make in your very own kitchen. The kit makes 6 dinner size servings and is a wonderful gift as well.

299 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604
www.BasilNSpice.com

Bebe’s Little River Chocolate Co.

6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12, 9/27 & 10/4

Bebe's Little River Chocolate Co. is a small-batch chocolate maker based in Newton, MA. We specialize in sponge candy, a light, honeycomb confection dipped in dark chocolate that most people have never tasted fresh. We also make the classics: barks, toffee, caramels, clusters, and more, in limited runs with quality and texture leading the way. Made by hand by Cara Bertone. Chocolate meant to circulate, shared at tables and discovered locally.

Newton, MA 02460
hello@bebeslittleriverchocolate.com
617-658-3680
bebeslittleriverchocolate.com

Blisspoint Meadery

 6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Blisspoint Meadery is committed to helping adventurous drinkers find their beverage blisspoint. We craft high quality, gluten free honey meads in a diverse range of styles and flavors. Still or sparkling, dry or sweet, and everything in between. It’s not beer, It’s not wine. It’s Mead!
Find us at the farmers market, order online for contactless pickup in Bedford, or book a private tasting for a unique flavor experience to start your Blisspoint journey.

Bedford, MA - 617.466.9658
jeff@blisspointmeadery.com
blisspointmeadery.com
https://www.facebook.com/blisspointmeadery
https://www.instagram.com/blisspointmeadery/

Buzz + Thrive Gardens

6/21, 6/28, 7/26, 8/16 & 9/13

We are a family owned plant nursery that focuses on unusual and unique succulents, cacti, tropical plants and annuals. We have developed a niche with plant enthusiasts and plant beginners, bolstering a collection for all plant lovers. 

buzzandthrive.com
buzzandthrive@gmail.com
136A Nashua Street
Leominster, MA 01453

Cookie Lady Treats

at market most weeks

We specialize in high-quality, unique flavors of cookies like blueberries and cream and coffee chip. We also make homemade marshmallows, graham crackers, pretzels, cheesecake, breads, gift baskets for all occasions, and much more!

Maynard, MA - 978.298.5754 or 559-474-2238
Please send your pre-order by email to Cookielady11@gmail.com
https://www.instagram.com/cookieladytreats/

Grandpa and Chickens

at market every week

Grandpa and Chickens is a small family-run farm in Southborough, Massachusetts growing organically raised seasonal vegetables, Asian specialty produce, and pasture-raised eggs. Alongside familiar favorites, we grow vegetables commonly used in Asian home cooking traditions, including Shanghai bok choy, Chinese chives, water spinach, and Chinese sticky corn. We love helping customers discover new vegetables, new flavors, and new ways to enjoy seasonal cooking.

Southborough, Massachusetts (513) 378-0158
grandpa.and.chickens@gmail.com
Website
Instagram

Growing Thyme Farm

6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

We have been called to be good stewards of nature.
We are a small family-run farm that specializes in flowers, produce, and free-range eggs. At our farm we enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature. We believe in regenerative farming practices to build healthy soil. At Growing Thyme Farm we are committed to providing our customers with the freshest, healthiest, and most nutrient dense food possible.

Rutland, MA
growingthymefarm.com
https://www.instagram.com/growing_thyme_farm
Facebook

Harris Hearth Breads

at market every week except 7/12, 9/6 & 10/11

Harris Hearth Breads has been pioneering Artisan sourdough breads in Acton since 2024. We're on a mission to help our neighbors discover a new way to bread! We are a small batch microbakery focused on naturally leavened sourdough breads, English muffins, and more. Our breads feature locally and freshly milled organic flours, and carefully sourced ingredients for the best in both flavor and nutrition! 
Customers can pre-order their favorite breads to pick up at the market & subscribe to our bread drops at the link below: https://www.hotplate.com/harrishearthbreads?sms_reminder=true

Harrishearthbreads.com
andreas@harrishearthbreads.com
750 Main St Acton MA 01720

Harvest and Hearth

6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Harvest and Hearth bakery is the home of slow-fermented, naturally leavened bread. This isn't just a business—it's a passion born in our own kitchen, driven by the belief that the best bread takes time, care, and just three simple ingredients: flour, water, and salt. From our classic country loaves to innovative weekly bakes, every item we craft uses natural ingredients and a whole lot of patience.

469 Hayward Mill Rd, Concord, MA 01742
617-251-3146
theharvestandhearth@gmail.com
https://theharvestandhearth.com/

Johnny Putt Farm

at market every week

Johnny Putt offers a 1-lb bag of "Seasonal Salad Greens with an Attitude" topped with microgreens, shoots and edible flowers.   They are nurtured in an environment free of synthetic pesticides, herbicides or fungicides and quenched with Littleton municipal PFAS free water.  Soil based greens are grown in Coast of Maine organic compost with occasional feedings of Neptune's Harvest organic fertilizer from Gloucester MA. Hydroponic plants grown using Botanicare Pure Blend nutrients.  Experience the difference.

8 Uplands Road, Littleton - 978 501 5295
Gerry@JohnnyPuttFarm.com
www.JohnnyPuttFarm.com

Not Your Average Farm

at market every week

At Not Your Average Farm our passion is making produce exciting! We are a small diversified produce farm that specializes in a wide range of delicious and nutritious microgreens and unique varieties of veggies.

We offer our microgreens in individual-variety packages (versus just the common salad mix) so you can enjoy each one's distinct flavor and pair it perfectly with your favorite meals. Along with our stunning and delicious "non-average" produce, you won't find much of what we grow anywhere else!

info@notyouraveragefarm.com
https://www.notyouraveragefarm.com
Westford

Nutty Bird Granola

6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Our mission at Nutty Bird Granola is to take the best mix of premium nuts and oats, and add a touch of sweetness with maple syrup and honey, to create a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted granola.

29 N. Main St, #1277, Sherborn - 508.545.3160

Pre-order Information: Please visit www.NuttyBirdGranola.com, and enter the shipping code ABFM at checkout. You will not be charged any shipping costs.
brian@nuttybirdgranola.com
https://www.instagram.com/nuttybirdgranola/

Ovenbird Cafe

6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Ovenbird Cafe is a bakeshop and cafe located in Belmont, Massachusetts that features seasonal scratch made baked goods, cafe beverages, breakfast/lunch counter service, prepared foods customers can take home to enjoy, as well as a full/partial service catering. At the ABFM, Ovenbird will be sharing a selection of their baked goods, bringing cookies, teacakes, brownies, biscuits (savory and sweet), lemon almond yogurt cake, hand pies, and whole pies for the Acton Boxborough community to enjoy.

Jason Reed (he/him) Executive Chef, Owner
jason@ovenbirdcafe.com
105 trapelo road, belmont - 617-489-5007
www.ovenbirdcafe.com

Ridge Hill Farm

at market every week

Ridge Hill Farm offers Massachusetts pasture raised beef, pork, chicken and eggs along with our handmade tallow products. 

Winchendon, MA
www.ridgehillfarm.com
https://www.facebook.com/ridgehillfarm
https://www.instagram.com/ridgehillfarm_/

Skona Pet Co

6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4.

Skona Pet Co. is a family-owned, Massachusetts brand where ancient Ayurvedic wisdom meets modern pet nutrition. Inspired by our dogs, Skipper and Kona (the heart behind “Skona”) we craft clean, single-ingredient organ-meat treats and are launching PawvedaTM, our daily Ayurvedic supplement line. Every product is formulated with holistic veterinarians, made from human-grade ingredients, and designed to support digestion, immunity, and calm—because food should do more than fill a bowl.

teju@skonapetfood.com
www.skonapetfood.com
Westford, MA

Snowplace Farm

at market every week except 6/21, 7/5 & 7/12

Snowplace Farm, located in Lunenburg, MA, is a USDA Organic Certified family farm founded in 2014. We are committed to sustainable agriculture practices. From seed to harvest we integrate “ethical organic” principles into all aspects of our growing process. We offer fresh fruit and vegetables: heirlooms, Agricultural Award Winners, Ark of Taste slow foods, from the rare and unusual to conventional classics. 

721 Goodrich Street, Lunenburg - 978.582.1746
snowplacefarm@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/SnowplaceFarm
https://www.instagram.com/snowplacefarmorganic/

Spicy Water Distillery

6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/20, & 10/4

Spicy Water Distillery is a craft distillery located in Millbury, specializing in small batch spirits . We produce and hand bottle all of our products on site while incorporating local produce in as many products as possible. We use only natural methods of fermentation and maceration to create award wining spirits for an experience that you will want to share with your friends. We produce more than 15 products currently, with a focus on vodka, flavored vodkas, rum, flavored rum, Limoncello, Gin, Whiskey, RTD Cocktails, and more!

https://www.spicywaterdistillery.com/

Svenfish

at market every week

Svenfish is your local fish market, and we also offer delivery and subscription services. Shop in store or online from our huge selection of fresh fish fillets – picked up daily from New Bedford, shellfish, and prepared foods. Svenfish is a local, family run business operating since 2016. Catch you soon!! 

25 Powder Mill Rd. Acton (866) 786-3774 
www.svenfish.com
https://www.facebook.com/svenfishconcord 
https://www.instagram.com/svenfish_/

Traveling Cap Mushroom Company

at market every week except 6/15 and 9/28
Plus 11/23 Winter Market

Traveling Cap Mushroom Company is a small-scale mushroom farm where we cultivate a passion for gourmet mushrooms.  At Traveling Cap, our aim is to provide high-quality, healthy mushroom options to our local communities through farmers markets and to meet all our consumers' mushroom needs. We focus our operations around sustainability and zero-waste practices, seeking to minimize food waste through both donation of excess mushrooms and a prioritization of mushroom preservation methods to create gourmet products.

71 Lee Street, West Boylston - 253-778-6650
TravelingCapMushroom@gmail.com
https://www.travelingcapmushrooms.com/
https://www.instagram.com/traveling_cap_mushroom/

Wavelength Coffee Roasters

6/14, 6/28, 7/26, 8/9 & 8/23

Wavelength Coffee Roasters was created to merge our passions of coffee and sustainability. Our goal is to provide an exceptional daily experience, through coffee, that engages and connects our customers with the world in a positive and forward-thinking way. Using a three-prong approach to sustainability, we source from innovative producers adapting to climate change, roast with all-electric solar-powered air roasters, and package in 100% recyclable steel cans.

2 Shaker Rd., Suite H100, Shirley, MA 01740
(978) 257-4037
www.wavelength-coffee.com

Craft Food Halls

Craft Food Halls Boxborough is a family-friendly food hall with indoor and outdoor dining built for food, drinks, and fun. Enjoy chef-driven comfort food, a full bar, games, events, and a welcoming space made for lunch, dinner, and casual nights out with friends, family, and neighbors.

https://www.craftfoodhalls.com/boxborough

500 Beaver Brook Rd
Boxborough, MA 01719
Call: 978-274-2787

HOURS:
Sunday – 11am-7pm
Monday-Tuesday – 11am-5pm
Wednesday-Saturday – 11am-8pm
Bar Open until Close

The Acton Exchange

June 28

The Acton Exchange is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Its mission is to
provide relevant and accurate news to the Acton community through its free subscription web based weekly newspaper, covering Acton community
events.
We are committed to publish accurate, nonpartisan, credible reporting, driven by facts, not opinions.
The Acton Exchange is an all-volunteer effort, empowered by the amazing
talents of Acton residents as writers, editors, technologists, community-
organizers and donors.
https://www.actonexchange.org/

Carolan Consort

Fiddle, piano, and hammer dulcimer play sparking Irish & English folk & dance tunes.

The Soap Artist: fka Jennifer’s Handmade Soap

June 28, July 26 and September 27

Jennifer’s Handmade Soap is based in Ayer, MA and creates artistic artisan soaps. The endless design possibilities captured her love for soapmaking and continues to drive her today. “Soap should be more than just functional” sums up her stance on soap! Color and design guide everything she does. Along with her artisan soaps Jennifer offers a wide range of bath products--including lip balms, lip scrubs, hand balms, foot balms, fun shaped bath bombs, bubble bath, shower steamers, and decadent sugar scrubs!

Ayer, MA
978.314.4314
info@jennifersoap.com
www.JenniferSoap.com
https://www.instagram.com/jennifer_soap/