August 3 schedule infographic

Highlights for Sunday, August 3

We're still exhausted from our groovy "Peace, Love and Produce" market last Sunday! It was great to see everyone dressed up in their best duds. Stay tuned for our time capsule event at the end of August.

August!! What a busy month for everyone. This brings us to peak-season produce, including a favorite, sweet corn, plus juicy tomatoes and the start of peaches! This Sunday happens to be National Watermelon Day—make sure you celebrate!

Our market is growing every weekend with new farmers and vendors joining the fun! Is there something you wish you saw more of? Let us know what types of vendors you’d love to see at the market!

Check out this week's entertainment and activity lineup:

  • 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. - Music by Grazia Quartet
  • 10 a.m. to noon - Music by Judson Main 
  • 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Kids activity: Box City by Miss Laura. Find this fun activity near the Talking Farm stand.
  • 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Pilates on the Green by FLX Move Pilates 

 National Farmers Market Week Aug. 3- 9 

Farmer shows off peach and temporary tattoo

National Farmers Market Week (NFMW) is August 3-9, 2025! This annual celebration highlights the vital role farmers markets play in our nation’s food system. This week, we'll be highlighting our farmers with stories and old photos. Make sure to stop by the green Skokie Farmers' Market tent to get your "I Love Farmers Markets" temporary tattoo. 

Market Reminders

Please check the weekly vendor list. We have rotating vendors each week as well as more farms on the way. We'll do our best to keep track of the farmers and vendors that will be at the market, but please note that there might be last-minute cancellations. 

  • Dogs and pets are not permitted in the Market.
  • The Skokie Farmers' Market is B.Y.O.B - bring your own BAG! Reduce your carbon footprint. Reduce the use of plastic.
  • The Skokie Farmers’ Market is a smoke-free outdoor market. 

Questions? Email farmersmarket@skokie.org or call 224-496-0714

Share Your Market Snapshots 

The Skokie Farmers’ Market has turned 50—and we’re celebrating with a special photo exhibit! From vintage vibes of the 1970s to fresh picks from this summer, the Skokie Fine Arts Commission wants your market memories.

Share your favorite snapshots by August 12 and help us honor five decades of the Market we all love! 

 

What's Sprouting at this Week's Market

italian ice

 Italian Ice

corn

Sweet Corn

pop tart

Tons of Baked Goods

  • Apples
  • Lettuce / salad mixes 
  • Micro greens 
  • Cider
  • Cherries
  • Sweet corn
  • Fresh flowers
  • Onions
  • Potatoes
  • Jams / Jellies
  • Farm fresh meats
  • Cheeses
  • Spices 
  • Coffee beans
  • Blueberries
  • Green beans
  • Tomatoes 
  • Eggs
  • Mushrooms
  • Natural skin care items
  • Honey
  • Dog treats
  • Ice cream 
  • Prepackaged craft cocktails
  • Pottery
  • Frozen fish 
  • Popcorn
  • Native plants
  • Perogies 
  • Gluten-free baked goods
  • Bagels 
  • Pickles
  • Chocolate 
  • Gluten-free baked goods

Fresh Picked Recipe of the Week

watermelon skewers

Watermelon Prosciutto Skewers - Less than five ingredients makes this simple watermelon recipe a quick and easy entertaining favorite!

Ingredients 

1/2 watermelon, cut into 2 inch cubes

1 8 ounce package sliced prosciutto

1 cup large basil leaves

Balsamic glaze, for serving

Instructions

Thread 8 skewers with watermelon, prosciutto and basil, alternating ingredients evenly.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve.

Let us know if you made this recipe by tagging @skokiefarmersmarket on Facebook or Instagram.                     

 

You Snap, We Match

The Skokie Farmers' Market accepts SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). To further support SNAP recipients, the Market offers a Match program, matching the recipients with $25 per transaction. For each dollar deducted from your Link card at the Market (you will receivea Link Token), you will also receive $25 in matching funds (Link Match Voucher). To learn more about this program, please check out the Link Up Illinois website. 

We would like to thank Endeavor Health and Link Up Illinois for their very generous grants for the Farmers’ Market and all of the SNAP customers.

                   Link Tokens

Snap Tokens can be used for:

Fruits and vegetables, honey, meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, breads and cereals, plants (which produce food for the household to eat) and other foods (such as snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages) 

                Link Match Voucher

Link Match can be used for:

Fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, plants (which produce food for the household to eat) 

 

Meet Your Farmers' Market Staff

Jennifer and Steve at the Market tent

Jennifer Engel
Certified Market Manager 

This season marks Jennifer’s fifth year leading the Skokie Farmers’ Market, where her passion for local food and community has helped grow the market from 25 to 70 vendors. She brings two decades of experience in marketing,  membership and community relations from her time at Chicago’s North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Jennifer’s green thumb is next level—her home garden is basically a farmers market of its own. She also serves on the Board of the Illinois Farmers Market Association and stays active in several local community groups. When she’s off the clock, you’ll likely find her on a trail with her partner and their three rescue pups.

Email: farmersmarket@skokie.org

Phone: 224-496-0714

Steve Klebe
Assistant Manager

Steve is no stranger to Skokie—he’s spent the last 10 years serving the community as a Property Inspector for the Village of Skokie. At home, he shares a big yard (complete with a native prairie and woodland garden) with his three beloved dogs.

A fan of camping and Jimmy Buffett tunes, Steve is excited to be part of the Market this season. He’s looking forward to connecting with both customers and farmers—and picking up a few good gardening tips along the way!

 

2025 Vendor List

Please note, unexpected absences may impact vendor attendance.

  • Andrew's Heirlooms Every Sunday
  • Anne's Naturals 9/14, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2
  • Batridge Family Farms Returns 8/10
  • Bennison's Bakery Every Sunday
  • Blaque Millennium Kitchens Every Sunday except 10/5
  • Botanik Culture Every Sunday 
  • Cheese People Every Sunday 
  • Cousins Maine Lobster 10/12, 11/2
  • Deep River Roasters Every Sunday 
  • Diva Chocolates & Confections Every Sunday 
  • El Molcajete Sauces  Every Sunday 
  • Elle's Marshmallows Every Sunday 
  • Ellis Family Farms Every Sunday 
  • Erin Kae Petty Art Studio 9/7, 10/26
  • Finn's Ranch Every Sunday 
  • Garlic Underground 8/31, 9/21, 10/19, 11/2
  • Get Sharp - Every Sunday except   9/21, 11/2
  • Great Harvest Bread Co Every Sunday
  • Greco Greens Every Sunday 
  • Greg Kugel Farms Every Sunday 
  • Griffin's Every Sunday
  • Honey Lake Bee Company Every Sunday 
  • Hook Point Fisheries Every Sunday 
  • Ice Cream Girl Every Sunday except 9/21
  • Jems by Sandi 8/17, 9/21, 10/19 
  • Kernel Dan's Kettle Corn Every Sunday 
  • Knotty Plants Studio Every Sunday
  • Labor & Mirth Every Sunday 
  • Laconic Foods Every Sunday
  • Lelands Laser Creation Every Sunday except 8/10, 9/6
  • Luna Delgado Botanicals Returns 8/10
  • M & D Farms  Every Sunday 
  • Maggie's Munchies Every Sunday 
  • Marek's Authentic Polish Food Every Sunday
  • Meraki Urban Farm Returns 8/3
  • My Sweet Memories Every Sunday
  • Naked Truffle Every Sunday
  • Nena's Sweet Treats Every Sunday
  • Nuts To Go Corp Every Sunday
  • Orchard Village 8/3, 8/24, 9/14
  • Original Empanoli 8/10, 8/24, 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2
  • Ouilmette Spice Company 8/10, 8/24, 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2
  • Pasta by Val Returns 8/10
  • Patyk Farms Every Sunday
  • Poppa Mac's Roastery Every Sunday
  • R&A Sourdough Every Sunday
  • R&B Miller Farms Inc. Every Sunday
  • Ralph's Red Hots Every Sunday
  • Resilient Design Every Sunday 
  • Rita's Italian Ice  Every Sunday
  • River Valley Ranch  Every Sunday
  • Skokie Provisions Every Sunday
  • Soul Good Coffee Every Sunday
  • Swedish Girl Bakery Every Sunday except 8/10
  • Take Flight Spirits Every Sunday
  • Tamales Express Every Sunday
  • That Pickle Guy Every Sunday
  • The Talking Farm Every Sunday
  • Tony Peanuts Peanut Butter Every Sunday
  • Tony Thyme  8/10, 8/24, 9/21, 10/12, 10/26
  • Will's Place Every Sunday 
  • Wooden Element 8/3, 8/17,10/12
  • Zachi Chocolates 8/3, 9/7, 10/19, 11/2
 

Celebrating 50 years: Established in 1975, the Skokie Farmers' Market has grown from a small gathering of local farmers into a cherished weekly community event that now features approximately 70 vendors, live music, family-friendly activities, and more. This year marks the Market’s largest vendor lineup ever, offering everything from farm-fresh produce and baked goods to meats, cheeses, bottled cocktails, and artisan products.

 

Skokie Farmers' Market
Sundays, June 1 through November 2
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Skokie Village Hall (west lot), 5127 Oakton St.

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