Farmers markets offer fresh produce and homemade wares at affordable rates, but at the Free Range Farmers Market guests get the added benefit of community and connection. The market runs every Friday morning in the courtyard of Wake the Dead Coffee House. Summer hours are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests can enjoy a coffee and brunch as they explore all that local vendors have to offer. Vendors offer selections of fresh produce, home grown plants and flowers, baked bread, herbs, artwork and more. An additional benefit is the sense of community fostered by the founders Chris and Haeli Spence. After Covid the couple realized they wanted to build something together instead of working separate jobs. After some negative experiences at other farmers markets, they wanted to create a market that was open and inclusive to everyone.
“It became about creating a space for everyone [and also] the mission of healthy food, community and bringing small businesses together,” Haeli said. “We both really enjoy working with new businesses and startup businesses, so now we’re able to work with dozens upon hundreds of businesses throughout the year that we’re able to collaborate with and hold space for, literally. [We get] to be a part of their growth and evolution and to really create that community with everyone.”
The market exists digitally through their social media posts. Not only do they offer a space for local businesses to showcase and sell their products but they offer promotion through their social media platforms.
