St. Norbert Farmers' Market

	Almost Urban Vegetables Bruce Berry and Marilyn Firth, St. Norbert, Winnipeg. At the market since 2007 http://www.almosturbanvegetables.com Bruce Berry, Marilyn Firth and their three sons follow organic practices to grow a wide variety of vegetables in St. Norbert, just down the road from the market. They typically grow heirloom varieties without chemicals of any kind; as a result their vegetables taste great ! They also enjoy marketing novel items, such as a gourmet salad mix with edible flowers. They also run a CSA program, which provides weekly vegetables to Winnipeg families. Products: Salad Mix, Garlic, Herbs, Beets, carrots, radish, onions, turnips, sugar peas, beans, swiss chard, spinach, lettuce, leafy greens, broccoli, Kale, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, rhubarb, Dill, cucumbers, squash, zucchini, pumpkins.

	Art & Landscape Design by Jennifer LaBella Jennifer LaBella, Winnipeg. At the market since 2010 http://www.jenniferlabella.com Art: Jennifer has been a passionate artist all her life. She is a member of the Assiniboia Group of Artists (Manitoba Art Expo) and Manitoba Society of Artists. She has participated in many juried exhibitions in Manitoba and Ontario. Working in oil and watercolor, her gorgeous paintings vary from wildlife to horses. She is also the author/illustrator of an award-winning children’s picture book: A Polar Bear Night of Stars and Light. Landscape Design: Jennifer has over 25 years experience in professional landscape design, specializing in designing beautiful home landscapes. Come to the market and talk to Jennifer about how she can help transform your yard into a paradise! Jennifer has a master’s degree in landscape architecture from the University of Manitoba. Ph: 487-4740 Products: Paintings in oil and watercolor, landscape plans and design consultations.

	Bahia Designed Owner & Designer: Bahia Laham, Winnipeg. At the market since 2007 http://www.BahiaDesigned.com The Bahia Designed Collection offers sexy, chic and unique glass designs. Inspired by the latest fashion trends and her own sense of style, the artist, Bahia, hand-cuts the glass, arranges each piece like a jigsaw puzzle and then fuses the glass at a variety of temperatures to achieve her distinctive pieces of fashion art glass jewelery designs. Bahia Designed also offers you the opportunity to book a jewelery party or to have unique pieces custom-made for special occasions, including bridal party jewellery, graduations and hosting gifts. Bahia has been selling her designs at markets, house parties , crafts shows and events throughout Western Canada and Ontario since 2007, and now you can find her online. http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/joke-sparks-gem-of-an-idea-87458997.html Products: Fused glass jewellery and decor pieces: necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and display plates and wall hangings.

	Barb's Kitchen Barb Harder, Austin. At the market since 2001 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Barbs-Kitchen/286653259596 Barb’s kitchen still offers jams & jellies, along with their great tasting chicken & beef empanadas. It's a must to stop by their booth to enjoy these fresh, or frozen to take home and enjoy later, or pick up some corn chowder- really full of veggies & flavour. They have 4 kinds of perogies , 8 kinds of flavoured noodles, and delicious roll kuchen, which can be eaten many different ways. Yummy homemade pumpkin pie made from real home grown pumpkins. To contact them, you may email them at barbskitchen@mts.net or phone 637-2351 or face book Products: Chicken & Beef Empanadas, Perogies, Noodles, Roll Kuchen, Pumpkin Pies, Jams & Jellies Handcrafted: Hand Crochet Dishcloths

	Bent into Shape Audrey Hiebert, Steinbach. At the market since 2003 Audrey has been “bending into shape” her willow furniture creations for about 6 years now. She harvests the willow from its natural environment and makes a wide variety of pieces. She also does “Willow Workshops” where you can make your own willow creations. If you have a group of people wanting to do a workshop, she can come to you as well! For more information about arranging a workshop or custom orders you can reach Audrey by phone at (204) 326-2373 or email at ree@mts.net. Products: Chairs, love seats, arbors, cribbage tables and mosaic tile tables.

	Bernice A. M. Kwasnicki, Watercolour Artist/Author Bernice A. M. Kwasnicki, Winnipeg. At the market since 2001 bkwas@mymts.net In 1983 Bernice began creating her watercolour art. She is a self-taught artist whose inspirations come from people, places or situations that have had a profound affect on her at one time or another. All of her prints are archivally matted and are acid free. Bernice is a traveling watercolour instructor and also does custom commissions work. At the market, she does watercolour demonstrations! You can contact Bernice for orders or watercolour lessons at (204) 832-2770. Products: Prints of watercolour creations with matte and cards. Originals and custom orders available upon request.

	Bon Vivant! Premium BBQ Sauces Damian Belanger and James Wasio, Winnipeg. At the market since 2005 Damian and James sell their premium BBQ sauces to 27 retail locations and restaurants across the province. The name, “Bon Vivant” is a French slang for “one who appreciates good food and wine”. Damian is a chef by trade. All of their sauces are gluten free except for the Korean flavour. The processing plant is located in St. Boniface and Damian and James are originally from Selkirk, Manitoba. Products: Premium BBQ Sauces (Citrus, Carribean, Korean, Fire Roasted Jalopeno and Chive, Chocolate Chile) and a Sweet Chili Spice Rub. Gift baskets are also available.

	Boutique Unique Brenda Weiss, Winnipeg. At the market since 2004 Brenda handmakes all of her unique pieces. She uses “found objects” (mostly from her parents antique shop) to create vintage pieces. She does custom work for weddings and will also alter/repair your old jewellery. You can reach her by email at a_bead_i_ful_creation@yahoo.ca. Products: Sterling silver earrings, bracelets, key chains, anklets, glass, semi-precious stones, beaded and wire work pieces, vintage pieces, and “recycled” jewellery.

	Braecrest Design Brock and Robyn Wolfe, St. Norbert. At the market since 2008 http://www.braecrest.com Brock has been designing and crafting gifts for friends and family for over 20 years and his sense of old-fashioned craftsmanship and love of new technology has inspired him to find new ways to work with a wide range of materials (wood, metal, stone) to create new products for the home and garden. Recycled or reclaimed materials are the starting point of many Braecrest products, and we combine them with other environmentally-friendly Canadian-source materials. Guided by our imagination and customer feedback, our products are diverse and are available in many versions to suit the varying tastes of our customers. Brock is also happy to provide made-to-order solutions for those customers with ideas for product customization or new products. Look for us at the Market all season long. You can contact Brock by calling 292-3850 or emailing braecrest@shaw.ca �“ or keep up with what’s new on the Braecrest website via the link above, or on Braecrest’s Facebook page (no account required) at http://tinyurl.com/3ensb9z. Products: Bird baths; rock/water features; bird feeders; bee, butterfly and ladybug houses; bat houses; squirrel houses and feeders; made-to-order stone, wood, and metal works.

	C Euro Trends Cathy Di Stefani, Winnipeg. At the market since 2006 Cathy lived in Belgium for a while where she learned a weaving technique for crystal jewelry. She has been making this jewelry since 2003 and does many home parties as well as custom orders. She has many unique pieces and uses stones such as Russian jade, black onyx, Botswana and Amazonite. She also uses firepolished glass. Products: Book markers, zipper charms, key chains, necklaces, earrings, seed bead rings, Swarovski crystal rings.

	Caledonea Annette Chabidon, Winnipeg. At the market since 1999 http://caledonea.com/ Annette uses as much Canadian product as possible in her jewelry creations. She also does custom work for special occasions such as bridal parties. She will soon be selling handbags as well. She also sells at many craft shows, mainly in Winnipeg but also Brandon, Clear Lake and Saskatchewan. Her pieces are as unique and distinctive as her techniques of making them are! Products: Fused glass/lampwork glass jewelry, manipulated metals: (crochet, knit wires), semi-precious stones, Canadian silver.

	Cécile L. Stewart Cécile L. Stewart, Winnipeg. At the market since 1997 Cécile has been making jewellery for 20 years! Cécile uses mostly silver in her creations but also some stone, glass and brass. She sells her work in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta! In Manitoba you can find her work at Brandon Art Gallery, Cinnamon Tree, Lady of the Lake (Brandon); Cottage Crafts, Out of Hand (Clear Lake); Beach Grass (Gimli); Pat Cochrane Jewellery (Lac du Bonnet), Madison Lane (Lockport), Gail-Lynn’s (Portage); Fishfly Gallery (Winnipeg Beach); Artifacts, Conservatory, Fort Whyte, H’Attitudes, Manitoba Museum, McNally Robinson, Nature’s Wildlife Window, Showcase Manitoba, Winnipeg Art Gallery, Two Rivers, Scattered Seeds Manitoba Christmas Craft Sale (Winnipeg). You can contact Cécile by phone at (204) 269-0102 or by email at stewart4@mts.net. Products: Earrings, necklaces and pendants.

	Church Road Farm Betty and Josko Jagodnik, St. Andrews. At the market since 2005 Betty and Josko moved to St. Andrews in 1986 and have been growing produce for their family and friends since. Now, they have been selling at the market for 2 years and they are proud that their operation is all natural. They operate without the use any chemicals or fertilizers. Products: Pickles, jams, jellies, zucchini, dills, onions, horseradish and yellow squash.

	Claire’s Bibs and Crafts Claire Guertin, Winnipeg. At the market since 2006 Claire had always made bibs and other crafts for her family and friends’ children and decided, “Why not sell it!” Products: Bibs, kitchen towels, hand towels, shoe bags, and Barbie sweaters.

	Cook's Choice Garden Richard Zilke, 3099 Main Street, Winnipeg. At the market since 2002 With their huge selection of flowers on wheels, you will surely find what you are looking for! Products: Perennials, vegetables, various flowers, and baskets. They also sell some specialty items such as lisianthus and herbs.

	D & M Vegetable Growers Mary Wieler, Morden. At the market since 1998 Dave and Mary Wieler have been farming together for about 19 years! They are one of the original 8 vendors at the market. Their farming operation is chemical free! They also sell their jams and produce at the farmers’ markets in Morden, Winkler and Steinbach. Products: Plum jam, raspberry jam (regular and with Splenda), corn (super sweet/peaches and cream), tomatoes, potatoes, cucumbers, onions, beets and raspberries.

	Di Santo Foods LTD. Marco Di Santo, Winnipeg. At the market since 2006 http://www.tarallipretzel.com/ Marco began making Taralli – The Italian Style Pretzel out of his home about 6 years ago. His handmade Premium Italian Style Snacks are boiled, baked and are all natural (made without the use of chemicals). Products: Taralli - Fennel, salt, onion, pizza, piccante, puttanesca, flax, hemp and cinnamon and sugar.

	DonaMADE: Cookies and Sweaters for your DOG Donamae Hilton, Winnipeg. At the market since 2005 Donamae loves dogs! Every Saturday she surrounds herself with dogs coming to sniff out the latest treat - try on a sweater - or just have a drink of water!. She is the proud owner of two Basset Hounds and for over 13 years has made her own doggie treats. Also, since it was difficult to find sweaters for her odd shaped pets, she started knitting sweaters. Now in her sixth year at the market, she has made over 200 sweaters and too many cookies to count! No preservatives are used in the cookies, everything is fresh and a lot of ingredients are purchased at the market (carrots, green peas, garlic, etc.) There are over 10 different types of cookies. She also makes wheat-free cookies for those with allergies; and if you supply her with a list of what your dog can eat, she will try and make a treat just for you! Some of the specialty treats that are very popular are: Beef Liver Brownie, Corn Dog Muffin and Pumpkin Biscotti. Cookies are sold separately or in pre-packaged variety bags. Custom orders can be made up by calling advance and they will then be waiting for you when you come to the market! There are a variety of sweaters in all shapes and sizes to choose from, or a custom-made sweater can be made for your four legged friend! 2010 was another very busy sweater year so if you are interested - order early! Come by and see her at the market - you can’t miss her booth - usually surrounded by her loyal customers! You can also reach her by email at donamade@mymts.net Products: Various dog cookies: chicken liver, beef, sweet potato, bacon/cheese, carrot, and peanut butter. Wheatless cookies: green pea/garlic, banana peanut butter and apple. Specialty pastries: Beef Liver Brownie, Corn Dog muffin, Pumpkin Biscotti Handmade sweaters in all shapes and sizes.

	Donna's Soaps Donna Schulz., Winnipeg. At the market since 2003 Donna has eczema and allergies, and has tried many store soaps over the years. Most retail soaps are part or all detergent-made from petroleum products. To be proactive with her sensitivities, she started making her own soaps. She grows her own herbs, and uses organic oils. There are no preservatives, dyes, perfumes or chemicals in her soaps. Her family encouraged her to try at St Norbert's Farmers Market. This is her fourth year. She enjoys the market season, "there's no place like it". Donna is also the lost and found person for the market. Products: 29 varieties of soaps and different spa salts weekly, Customer favorites are: lavender oatmeal, chocolate mint, carrot root, anise, rose oatmeal and the shaving bar!

	Elisabeth Laing Elisabeth Laing, East St. Paul. At the market since 1993 Elisabeth Laing's fundamental belief is that it is of the utmost importance to have fresh, good quality fruit or vegetables for your home preserves. During the summer months, she transforms her daily picking of fruit or vegetables from her garden and creates a beautiful selection of appealing pickles and jams that are not available at any local grocery store. Her techniques and love of cooking and preserving is clearly evident in the clarity of her jams, and particularly her pristine red crabapple jelly. Each jar of pickles and jam/jelly has balance and an unmistakable homemade flavour, with no additives; just pure and natural flavour. Products: Hearty vegetable borstch; Sauerkraut; Pickled young beets; Crisp pickle slices; Cold water dills; Mustard pickles; Gooseberry jam; Wild saskatoon jam; Red crabapple jelly; Bumbleberry Jam; Blueberry jam; Apricot conserve; and Strawberry Rhubarb jam, to name a few. Heirloom garlic and garlic scapes; some fruit and vegetables.

	Formations in Metal Doreen Lapointe, BFA/Goldsmith, Winnipeg. At the market since 2004 Doreen also sells her creations at the Winnipeg Art Gallery as well as other shows, markets, private shows and exhibitions. Most of her pieces are one of a kind. She does custom work, organic casting and combines gold, silver bronze and forged steel. She also teaches jewellery making classes at Sturgeon Creek Continuing Education. You can reach her by email at doreenjl@shaw.ca. Products: Ankles, earrings, rings, toe rings, pinky rings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets, Jade.

	Fryfogel Flowers Don Fryfogel , Oakbank. At the market since 2006 Don began his business last year, selling his flowers from his home in Oakbank. He was previously a grower for a major greenhouse and decided to venture on his own to make Fryfogel Flowers! Products: Food: Tomatoes, hot house tomatoes, hot cherry peppers, hot banana peppers and Jalapenos. Non-food: Bedding plants, perennials, bouquets of flowers, houseplants, and hanging baskets.

	Funk’s Meats The Funk Family, Plum Coulee. At the market since 1991 The Funk Family Farm has been in operation for 18 years and their motto is, “If you enjoy our products, tell others but if you have not had full satisfaction, please tell us!” Products:

	Glaze Design 6 partners, Winnipeg. At the market since 2005 Glaze Design is comprised of Six Winnipeg potters with up to 30 years of experience, offering unique glaze designs. Two different exciting pottery styles with vibrant colours are featured each week. We will also be offering assorted multi-medium crafts and water-colours. One vendor will be allocating a portion of her sales to aid poor people in India. Products: Hand-made and Wheel-made pottery, bowls, trays, plates, goblets and jewellery.

	Graham's Groves Ethel & Alan Graham, Roland, MB. At the market since 1994 Ethel & Alan and their family are third & fourth generation on the farm homesteaded by Alan's Grandfather in 1878. They have 30 acres in fruit both U pick & Prepicked. All of their products are processed in their federally licensed kitchen. You can also find their products at the following Winnipeg retailers: Vic’s Fruit Market, Tall Grass Prairie (at the Forks), Local Meats & Frozen Treats, and May through September at Crampton’s Farm Market, St. Leon Gardens and Neumann’s Market. In Roland, MB. available at Roland General Store. Products: Pies & fruit frozen year round, homemade breads, buns, muffins, cookies, tarts, fudge, jams, syrups, jellies, granola, corn on the cob.

	GreenBean Coffee Imports Derryl Reid, Clandeboyne. At the market since 2009 www.greenbeancoffeeimports.com As a self confessed coffee fanatic, Derryl Reid started GreenBean Coffee Imports in 2006 GBCI now imports the finest fair trade organic green beans from around the world and roasts each batch with care. Derryl likes to compare his coffee to wine; Wine has 400 flavour characteristics while coffee has over 800. So take the time and travel the world one delicious cup at a time!! Products: 100% Fair Trade and Organic certified coffees. Specializing in single origin coffees from around the world. Roasted fresh for market day. See our website for other location to find our coffees.

	Guy St. Godard Art Studio Guy St. Godard, Winnipeg. At the market since 2011 http://www.guystgodard.ca Guy St. Godard is an active member of the art community in Winnipeg. He graduated from the University Of Manitoba in 1983 with a Fine Arts Diploma ( Deans Honour List ) and can be seen most Saturdays working on his next masterpiece surrounded by the wonderful smells, sounds and atmosphere of the market. Visits to his St. Vital studio are welcome any time through the year by appointment. Guy also offers art classes in his studio. Guy St. Godard Art Studio 99 Ellesmere Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R2M 0G5 guymstgodard@shaw.ca (204) 237 6810 Products: Paintings, Cards

	Hartley & Frances Klippenstein Hartley & Frances Klippenstein, Lorette. At the market since 1988 Hartley and Frances craft by hand beautiful wooden toys that are safe and fun for the little people. Their toys are designed to last a lifetime, and are finished with child-safe Danish Oil, which is derived from flax. Phone (204) 878-3488 Products: Children’s wooden toys

	Heirloom Creations Carl Schimnowski, Winnipeg. At the market since 2005 All of Carl’s unique products are handmade. You can also find some of Carl’s handy work at various craft shows as well of course, at the St. Norbert Farmers’ Market! Products: Nutcrackers, salad bowls, ichibanas (Japanese floral vases), teardrop shelves, whirly gigs (garden wind ornaments), wooden puzzles, kids furniture, denim quilts and handmade jewelry.

	Indian Paintbrush Pottery Joyce Tripp, Winnipeg. At the market since 1991 Joyce Tripp has been making pottery for 36 years and loving it; her business is named for the wildflower. She makes her own glazes so that she knows what is in them & there is no lead or any other ingredients that would make them unsafe for food. All aspects of creating pottery are of interest to her & she says "there is always more to learn which keeps it exciting". She also enjoys teaching private pottery lessons. She does custom orders. You can contact Joyce by phone: 275-2474 or by e-mail: ippottery@shaw.ca Products: Pottery and Jewelery

	J. T. Spring Roll John and Irene Tran, Winnipeg. At the market since 0 This vendor currently has no description. Products: Frozen/to eat at the market: meat and veggie spring rolls, egg rolls.

	John Boy Farms Jean-Guy (John) and Ainsley, Ste. Agathe. At the market since 2007 http://johnboyfarms.com/ John and Ainsley are the 5th generation owners of this mixed family farm that was established in 1879. They focus on growing delicious pesticide free vegetables while using sustainable agricultural practices. Come visit them at the market where you can ‘Pick Fresh, Local and Delicious food’! Products: Beets, carrots, potatoes, radish, onions, turnips, rutabaga, sugar peas, beans, swiss chard, spinach, lettuce, leafy greens, broccoli, Kale, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, rhubarb, Dill, cucumbers, squash, zucchini, cantaloupe, watermelon, sweet corn, gourds, pumpkins.

	John Mirau John Mirau, Winkler. At the market since 2004 John and his family were originally from Russia. They then moved to Germany and finally came to Canada to produce their unique types of honey! Products: Various types of honey including canola, alfalfa, sunflower, buckwheat, Linden Honey, and Spring Honey.

	Just the Best Kathy Stekler, Winnipeg. At the market since 2001 Cheryl & Kathy have always loved cooking and baking. Kathy has owned her own business for the past 20 years, so all of their products are made in her commercial kitchen with the freshest of ingredients for that "homemade taste". They are also known to have "just the best" turtle and butter tarts, and imperial cookies. Come and try them ... "you'll know what we mean"! Christina is known as the "waffle girl" at the market. Her waffles are "just the best" and sell out quickly so get there early, to avoid disappointment! Products: Loaves, tarts, cookies, squares, poppyseed rolls, cinnamon buns, kuchen meat buns, sauerkraut buns, diabetic treats, red pepper jelly, garlic pepper jelly, habanero jelly. Eat at the Market: Waffles, corn dogs, fudge puppies, muffins, slushies, coffee.

	Kazual Art & Sol Karen Turnbull, Winnipeg. At the market since 1995 Karen began creating jewellery and art in 1990. All of her pieces are handmade. She also hand paints her own designs on greeting cards, gift bags and gift boxes. She is know as "Rainbow Girl" because of her unique use of colour in her jewellery creations! Products: Memory wire bracelets, help jewelry, beaded bracelets, book marks, hand painted greeting cards, stationary, gift boxes, foot jewelry, belly braids, and toe ties, and hoola hoops

	Leverne Tucker Studio, Wearable Art Leverne Tucker, Winnipeg. At the market since 1997 http://www.levernetuckerstudio.com/ Leverne began working with glass art several years ago and truly has a passion for her work. All of her creations are designed by her and are original and unique. She sells her creations at Hempyrean in Winnipeg, Fishfly Gallery in Winnipeg Beach and Fragile Glass Studio in Kenora. Products: Fused glass necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, lampwork beads, beads and blown glass necklaces.

	Linda & Chris Coombs Linda & Chris Coombs, Winnipeg. At the market since 1996 Linda and Chris moved to Canada about 25 years ago from the UK where Linda worked as a teacher of home economics and needlework. She loved to sew and her husband Chris, is a chef by trade. Chris is currently a Culinary Arts Instructor at a local Vocational School. Together, they make a great team. To prepare for the market, Linda sews on Monday and Tuesday, while Wednesday to Friday Linda helps Chris with the cooking and baking. Products: Food: Jams, chutneys, loaves, and pies. Non-food: Tissue holders, pot holders, oven mitts, tea cozies, aprons and Christmas themed products in October!

	Mayfair Farm The Giffin Brothers, Portage la Prairie . At the market since 2005 Romaine lettuce would have been available this season; however, a recent hail storm had wiped out the whole crop! That’s the life of a farmer! Mayfair Farm also grows produce for Peak of the Market! Products: Potatoes, radishes, cauliflower, strawberries, and raspberries are currently sold. Cucumbers, cabbage, jalapenos, peppers, and leaf lettuce will be available later in the season.

	Miinan Lena Friesen, Headingley. At the market since 1992 Lena has picked berries her whole life. The fresh berries and berries used in other products are all hand picked in the wild. Her products are Agriculture Canada Approved and can sell anywhere in the world. The Wild Triple Berry Jam is a children’s favorite and for the adults, the favourite is the Wild Blueberry Jam. Her products are sold at many stores across the Winnipeg such as Neechi Foods, Scoop n’ Save, Scoop n’ Weigh and Fenton’s at the Forks. Some of her jams would be suitable for people with Diabetes as they are made with Splenda. Products: In season fresh wild fruits (blueberries, choke cherries, plums, saskatoons, cranberries, jams, spreads, syrups, tea, fruit bars, beverages and salad dressings. Sugar-free options are also available.

	Moroz Greenhouses Morris and Jeannette Moroz, St. Adolphe. At the market since 1988 Morris and Jeanette Moroz were among the original 8 vendors that started the St. Norbert Farmers' Market back on July 16, 1988! They are part of family farm that has been around for well over 60 and three generations. They have many loyal customers - many of which know them by name and have also been coming to the market since its humble beginnings! Products: Bunch onions, green onion, beets, pickling/slicing cucumbers, potatoes, tomatoes, wild tomatoes, green pepper, eggplant, beans, spinach, sweet corn, zucchini, celery, cabbage, squash, pumpkins, cantaloupe, watermelon, and honeydew melon. Fresh herbs such as dill, basil and mixed herbs.

	Mum's Country Bakery & Cafe Tony Unger, Landmark. At the market since 2005 http://www.mumscountrybakery.ca/ Mum’s Country Bakery & Apple Junction is a family run bakery & cider press owned by Tony and Debbie Unger and is run with their six daughters! The bakery is located along Hwy 210, just east of Landmark, Manitoba. Come to the market and take home some of their home-made baking and casseroles for a quick ready to eat meal! Come and sample the special of the week! Products: Cinnamon buns, Strawberry Rhubarb, apple, rhubarb, blueberry and Saskatoon pie, cookies, breads, butterhorns, apple cider, chicken pot pie, tortiere, lasagna and other delicious casseroles. These casseroles are baked, then frozen and ready to pop in the oven for heating to eat! Pumpkin pies during Thanksgiving

	Murray Watson Murray Watson, Winnipeg. At the market since 1993 Murray Watson is Winnipeg's own wildlife wood carver. He prefers to finish his carvings with a natural finish that enhances the beauty of the wood he uses. His works can be found in many local galleries, and in many countries around the world. (204) 253-9192 Products:

	Murray Watson, Wood Carver Murray Watson, Winnipeg. At the market since 1993 Murray Watson is a self-taught wood carver who’s career began as a hobby in 1988. He carves mostly in butternut and each carving is mounted on a piece of driftwood gathered from the banks or shores of Manitoba lakes and rivers. He won 1st Best of Show in 2002 at the Prairie Canada Carving Competition. You can also find his work at the Art Gallery at the Conservatory at Assiniboine Park. Murray sells many beautiful pieces including “Wood Spirits” that have a little story behind them…. “It is said that the forests will stand for as long as the Wood Spirit remains to keep order. If you are lucky enough to see one, health happiness and good fortune will be yours. When you are strolling in the woods, keep your eye out for the elusive Lords of the Forest.” Products: Various decorative pieces, wildlife native to Canada and “Wood Spirits”.

	Pacific Spring Roll Ken Kornelson, Winnipeg. At the market since 2003 Ken and Annabelle Kornelson also own the Pacific Spring roll Factory Restaurant and Catering Service, located at 64 Keewatin Street. Pacific Spring Roll is home to “The Original Philipino Style Spring Roll”. Their first year at the market the Kornelson’s brought lawn chairs for them and their staff to sit during the market hours. They soon realized that they would never be able to use them because they were so busy serving up tasty cuisine for the market goers! You will not be able to miss their tent as they are the ones with the constant line up! Products: They prepare the following foods to eat while at the market: Bison/beef burgers, pulled pork on a bun, roast beef on a bun, hot dogs, kebobs, onion rings, fries, onion rings, chicken fingers, vegetarian egg rolls, spring rolls and cold drinks. Frozen food to take home: Spring rolls and egg rolls.

	Paseschinikoff’s Kon and Serge Paseschinikoff, Oakbluff. At the market since 1992 Kon and his brother Serge have been farming for about 35 years! They began selling their vegetables at the Old Market Square at the Forks and then moved on to the St. Norbert Farmers’ Market. They are at the market every Saturday and Wednesday afternoon. They also sell out of a roadside stand in Oakbluff. The Paseschinikoff’s have many loyal customers that boast of their great selection and friendly and courteous staff that keep them coming back week after week! Kon and Serge also keep their customers interested by selling unique items such as purple or yellow cauliflower and carrots that are quite a hit! Products: In season vegetables, watermelon, cantaloupe, homemade jams and salsa, and some honey.

	Phil’s Honey Phil Veldhuis, Starbuck. At the market since 1991 Phil has been an apiarist or ‘beekeeper’ for as long as he can remember! His honey is mainly clover but has other varieties as well. He is also on the St. Norbert Farmers’ Market Board of Directors! Products: Food: Honey: clover (sweet and mild), buckwheat, and sunflower, and fresh honey comb! Non-food: Beeswax candles

	Prairie Originals Shirley Froehlich, Selkirk. At the market since 1991 http://www.prairieoriginals.com In 1991 Shirley began selling flowers and grasses out of her home. In 1992, she began selling at the market! The seed for their plants were all collected in Manitoba. You can buy their products by visiting the market, going directly to their store at 27 Bunns Road near Selkirk, or you can order by phone, fax, mail or email. You can reach them toll free at 1-866-296-0928 or at shirley@prairieoriginals.com. Products: Over 120 varieties of Wildflowers, Native Prairie Grasses and Native shrubs. Plants are available in 2 sizes, 5 packs of seedling plugs and 4 �” pots. Books on Wildflowers and Natural Landscaping as well as Posters are also available.

	Rainy Day Toys and Totes Donna Holmes, Winnipeg. At the market since 1999 Donna started out making toys for craft sales about 30 years ago! At the market, she still sells her handmade dolls but has now moved on to other handmade pieces such as various bags and aprons! The bags are made by her own design and her hand made dolls are quite unique! Products: Hand bags, tote bags, shoe bags, gym bags, plastic bag holders, aprons (adult and child), doll clothes, and dolls.

	Redd Line Jewellery Winnipeg, Lori and Christopher Redd. At the market since 2004 http://www.reddlinejewellery.com/ Lori and Christopher have owned Redd Line Jewellery for 20 years. They are a family business and their three children are very involved! They hand-cut and polish all of the gemstones and hand-make the gold and silver jewellery. Most of their pieces are one of a kind! The stones they use come from all over the world and are absolutely CONFLICT FREE! They have many unique pieces such as their fork people necklace pendants–made out of recycled and shaped forks and also their spoon rings! They really have something for everyone! You can also find their products at The Redd Rock Shop at 725 St. Mary's RD 253.6849. Products: Hand made rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets, gemstones, toe rings, and anklets.

	Reimer Gardens Isaac Reimer, Altona. At the market since 2005 This vendor currently has no description. Products: A variety of Manitoba vegetables!

	Sara’s Crafts Sara Isaac, Steinbach. At the market since 1996 Sara sells her homemade preserves and handmade creations at the St. Norbert Farmers’ Market and also at the farmers’ market in Steinbach. She has always sewn for her big family and as her children grew older, the sewing kept building up and it was time to sell it! Products: Food: Pickles, jams, dills, beets, bread and butter pickles, and party pickles. Non-food: Baby bibs and receiving blankets.

	Scott & Kim Friesen Scott & Kim Friesen, Halbstadt. At the market since 1997 Scott and Kim own a family farm that has been in business for four generations. They also own an international carrier company specializing in flatdeck, reefer and dry freight! Their son Jordan also helps out at the market and claims that this vendor is the "coolest"! Products: Peas, beans-green and yellow, and corn on the cob!

	Scott's Hill Apiary Charles & Verna Polcyn, Winnipeg. At the market since 2009 The happy Honey Bees of Whitemouth, MB have been looked after by Charles & Verna Polcyn and Family since 1974. The number of Hives has grown since then, and we have been at St. Norberts Farmers Market since 2009. Our speciality is different types of nectar flows, as we collect and market at least 7 different types of honey. Clover, Alfalfa, Basswood, Raspberry, Sunflower, Wildflower and Buckwheat. Sometimes we also have Dandelion, and Spring Blossom types of Honey. It depends on the weather and the bee population. All of our honey is collected naturally,and bottled in clean containers of different sizes..Our honey has won prizes at different Honey Shows across Canada. Come by our table and try a different taste of honey when you are at the Market. Products:

	Seine River Shepherds Seine River Shepherds, Ste. Anne, MB. At the market since 2004 www.seinerivershepherds.com Seine River Shepherds is a 120 acre family run sheep farm located along the Seine River just east of the village of Ste. Anne. Our flock of ewes is carefully selected to provide both premium quality market lambs and superior, award winning wool. By providing value added lamb and wool products direct to the customer, we are able to maintain our farm operation on a scale reminiscent of the original family farms of this area. Look for us at the market form Mid-August on. That’s when our spring born lamb is ready and by then the early mornings are cold enough that smart Manitobans are starting to think about wool for the upcoming fall and winter Products: leg of lamb, rack of lamb, loin chops, shoulder shops, de-boned shoulder roasts, pure lamb sausage, ground lamb and whole lambs (cut and wrapped) Wool products available include: mitts, slippers, hats, vests, jackets and parkas. We also have quilting wool and a limited supply of knitting yarn.

	Shipley Cargo Cathy Shipley, Winnipeg. At the market since 2004 Cathy was taught how to sew by her mother, Dorothy. During her teens, she made all of her own clothes. She really enjoys sewing and loves the challenge of creating new things. She uses various fabrics with her creations such as cotton, blends, faux leather and faux suede. You can buy Cathy’s creations by ordering directly from her website or visiting the following Winnipeg stores: Bug N' Boo, Cornelia Bean, H'Attitude, Raging Brit, and Redeemed. You can also find her creations at Cherry Creek Gallery in Boissevain, Manitoba. Products: Yoga bags, totes, purses, tea/coffee cozies, aprons, round bags, hobo bags and diaper bags

	Silver Bridge Farm John Nikkel, Landmark. At the market since 2000 Silver Bridge Farm has been a family farm for 60 years! You will find John and his family members all helping to make Silver Bridge Farm a success at the market! Products: Chicken, turkey and sometimes ground beef.

	Skirts Etcetera Alma Kennedy, Winnipeg. At the market since 2006 Alma sews summer skirts from unique fabrics which are always easy-care. Sizes are from XXS to 1X. She also sews 100% wool items from felted, recycled wool sweaters. Products: Skirts, mittens, hats, slippers

	Spenst Brothers Premium Meats Spenst Family: Paul - Manager, Garry - Farmer and Garreth - The Sausage Maker!, Winkler. At the market since 2005 The Spenst Family owns a store out of Winkler. When the family was hit by the BSE crisis, they had some decisions to make and they decided to open a store and sell their Manitoba meat products. Their store in Winkler also includes a pizzeria and many of their meats are wood chip smoked. Their cattle are raised until they are 16 months old and are steroid and hormone free. Products: The following products are sold frozen at the market: smokies, frankettes (hot dogs), farmer sausage, frozen pizza, perogies, kebobs, steaks and roasts. Smokies, frankettes and pizza are sold to be eaten at the market.

	Stan Kwasnicki, Walking sticks and canes Stan Kwasnicki, Winnipeg. At the market since 2003 Stan creates his unique walking/hiking sticks and canes using diamond willow, birch, pine, and poplar. He protects each one with 4-7 coats of finish. Products: Walking/hiking sticks and canes

	Stonelane Orchard Nursery & Market Garden Richard Whitehead and Kim Shukla, Steinbach. At the market since 2005 www.stonelaneorchard.com Richard and Kim are at the St. Norbert Farmers’ Market every Saturday. In the early summer they start with a fine collection of trees, shrubs, heirloom tomato plants and gradually shift to their many vegetables as they come into season. Products: Vegetables: Various types of beans, onions, zucchini, carrots, herbs, heirloom and conventional tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, corn, cabbage, ornamental corn, squash, pumpkins, and gourds. Also beets, spinach, pickles, garlic and brussel sprouts. Fruit: Black currants, raspberries, saskatoons and grapes.

	Storsley Bison Ranch Garnet Storsley, Beausejour. At the market since 1999 The approximately 100 bison on Storsley’s Bison Ranch are raised with no antibiotics or growth hormones. Bison meat is low in fat, calories, cholesterol and high in iron. Garnet Storsley is known as “Mr. Bison” and in the evenings he will be found taking calls for deliveries for his wide range of bison products! Products: BISON! Smokies, farmer sausage, bratwurst, stir fry, stewing, ground, burger patties, jerky, pepperoni, and various roasts and steaks.

	Strawberry Lane Gordon and Helen Eidse, Morris. At the market since 1989 Gordon and Helen were among the original 8 vendors at the first market in 1988. Gordon was on the first board of directors for the market. They would have been celebrating 20 years at the market this year, however, they were unable to come to the market one year when there crop was destroyed by flooding. They have a beautiful array of fresh cut flowers including Orange Milk Weed. They also have many herbs such as Stevia, a natural sweetener. You can reach Gordon and Helen by calling (204) 746-8329. Products: Food: Strawberries, herbs, and jams. Non food: A variety of fresh cut flowers!

	Sumak Designs Susan McIlwain, Winnipeg. At the market since 2005 http://www.sumakdesigns.com/ Susan started making jewelry as a child and has developed quite the talent for it! She’s a silversmith, does wirework and integrated stitch work. She creates her pieces with inspirations from nature with the use of various colours and beads. For her imported products, she only uses distributors that pay a living wage to the families in Bali and the Northern Hill Tribes of Thailand. She not only sells her products at the market but also at the Urban Day Spa, Small Indulgence and at various shows such as the Winnipeg Folk Festival. Products: Handcrafted jewelry made with semi precious stones, imported vintage glass, fresh water pearls, sterling/fine silver, and lava.

	That Lily Guy Down the Street Len and Rita Giesbrecht, Winnipeg. At the market since 2005 Our business started from a gardening hobby that grew out of control. I bought my first Lilies from a vendor at the St Norbert Farmers' Market many years ago. I'm the type of gardener that can't throw out the smallest bulb, I would pot them up and finally when the driveway started to fill up my wife Rita said ... "Enough, use them or loose them". So we came full circle, became a vendor at the Market, and the business grew from there. We sell Irises for early season bloom, Lilies for mid season bloom and Daylilies for late season. We have something new blooming throughout the summer. We have a large selection of named varieties and are adding new ones every year. We live 2 blocks from the Market and can be reached at 261-9832. Products: Irises, lilies and day lilies.

	The Bread Lady Jason and Natalie Dueck, New Bothwell. At the market since 2003 http://www.natalieslifesense.com This past April, Natalie’s Chocolate Hemp Snackers won the Grand Prize at The Great Manitoba Food Fight. They're a delicious snack that you don’t need to feel guilty about eating! They are sold under the “Natalie’s LifeSense Natural Foods” product line, which also includes Flax Crackers (Goji Goodness, Mexican Fiesta, Sunflower Sesame, Vanilla Saskatoon), Sprouted granola, Sunflower Sproutz, Sprouted Granola Bars, Chia Goodness Cereal, and Kale Chips. Natalie continues to bake her Bread Lady products weekly from fresh flour made from certified organic grains, and continues to select primarily local, natural, nutrient-dense ingredients. Most ingredients are certified organic or sustainably grown. You need it... we knead it! Natalie's two oldest daughters - Dara and Dayvia - are an integral part of production and sales. breadlady@prairie.ca 204-479-6287 (phone or text) Products: Breads (Ancient Grains, Cheese-Topped Spelt Buns, Chia Goodness, Cranberry Pumpkin Seed, Ezekiel, Fibre Goodness, Flax, Hemp Power, Plain’Ole, Polish Wheat, Six-Seed Eight-Grain, Spelt, Spelt with crushed flax, Sunflower Poppyseed, Ultimate Cinnamon Raisin), Focaccia (Ancient Grains, Herb and Garlic, Parmesan Dill, Tuscan), Cookies (5 varieties), Ancient Grains Cinnamon Buns, Hemp Power Bars, Awesome Wheat-Free Brownies, Granolas (Cranberry Almond, Hemp Goji, Energy), Seeds (Brown Flax, Golden Flax, Hemp, Unhulled Sesame). Allergy alert: The Bread Lady / Natalie's LifeSense Natural Foods products are produced in a facility that processes wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, sesame, and nuts. Non-food: Handmade bracelets, necklaces and earrings

	The Country Perogy Shop Marshall & Christiane Toews, Steinbach. At the market since 2007 The Country Perogy Shop is a family-run business owned by Marshall & Christiane Toews. Junior partners include Eric, Meredith, Roberta, & Scott. We specialize in gourmet hand-made perogies. Our shop is located in Kleefeld Manitoba where we produce our perogies as well as operate a small retail store specializing in Made-in-Manitoba Food products. We also have a unique collection of giftware. Products: The specialty perogies available at the market include pizza, mexican, potato-cheddar, and cottage cheese perogies.

	Three Wise Crafts "Rustic Charm" Nestor Gylywoychuk, Winnipeg. At the market since 2001 Nestor Gylywoyhchuk was a teacher for 33 years and then decided to take on a new task! His business name comes from the three Y’s in his last name! He has been creating his products for the past 10 years. He uses farm board/barn board to create his work. Essentially, he is recycling the old wood and making it into something new! He also travels to the Calgary Stampede, Kenora and Brandon to sell. His biggest seller is his birdhouse that looks like miniature outhouse with strips of newspaper as toilet paper! He has many unique pieces such as a candle holder made from the glass insulation from a hydro pole on top of a recycled twisted barb wire holder! He also does custom work, mainly for picture frames. For more information, you can contact Nestor by phone at (204) 222-9006 Products: Mirrors, stained glass, picture frames, clocks, bird houses, angels, geese, benches, welcome signs, and flower tables, and old barn replicas.

	Unrau’s Lawn Ornaments Ray Unrau, Winkler. At the market since 2004 Ray sells out of his home in Winkler and also does custom orders. You can reach him by calling (204) 325-8140. Products: Concrete lawn ornaments (bird feeders, frogs, rabbits, birds, Dalmatians, squirrels, and more!).

	Vintage Blends Aromatherapy Wendy Vincent, Winnipeg. At the market since 2006 Wendy has been studying Aromatherapy for the past three years out of the Westcoast Institute of Aromatherapy in BC. She has always been interested in alternative forms of healing. When Wendy began to have trouble sleeping, she started to make “Sleep Pillows” which are small wallet sized pillows, filled with various aromatherapy products that are placed inside your pillow case to induce sleep. She found that they really worked and her product line grew from there! EVERYTHING at Vintage Blends Aromatherapy is made from scratch and if you can’t make it to the market, she also takes orders! She can be reached by email at vintageblends@mts.net or by phone at (204) 475-1799. Products: Soaps, face cream, foot cream, body balm, bath salts, lip balms, bath balms, “Sleep Pillows”, natural, and pure essential oils available upon request. Baby soap available and a full line of baby products coming soon.

	Wenkai Oriental Vegetables Wenkai Liu, Elie. At the market since 1997 Wenkai and his family moved here in 1996 and began farming and selling their produce at the St. Norbert Farmers’ Markets. Wenkai’s many loyal customers love the great selection of unique oriental vegetables as well as other produce. Products: Butternut squash, Taiwang cabbage, Anaheim hot peppers, savoy cabbage, red cabbage, green cabbage, green pepper, purple pepper, tomato, mao gua, long beans, Shanghai bok choy, suey choy, eggplant, muskmelon, radish, baby bok choy, zucchini, potato, Hungarian hot pepper, purple sweet pepper, corn, celery, spinach, peas, snap peas, cauliflower, broccoli, beets, onions, carrots, lettuce, rutabaga, and fresh herbs (dill, basil, parsley and arugula).

	Wiens Shared Farm - Local Natural Dan and Wilma Wiens, 11kms south of the Perimeter on St. Mary’s Rd.. At the market since 2003 Besides selling at the farmers market we operate a small CSA (Community Shared Agriculture). Shares are sold for $400 and in return “sharers” receive a weekly box of produce from mid June to September. Providing practical agricultural experience and education to many people remains an ongoing priority on the farm. We do not use synthetic pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers in our gardens. Since we are not “certified” organic, we choose to call our produce “naturally grown”. Products: A large variety of vegetables and herbs, and bedding plants in early summer

	Windy Ridge Gardens John and Anne Den Heyer, Roland. At the market since 2002 John and Anne began growing lillies as a hobbie and it has expanding to an all consuming business! Products: Non-food: Currently selling flowers, bedding plants and perennials. Food: Later on in the season they will be selling various vegetables, squash, gourmet potatoes, pumpkins, and dry beans.

	www.manitobabeef.com LTD Jim Lintott and Randy Tkachyk, Oakbank and Sundown. At the market since 2003 http://www.manitobabeef.com/ Jim Lintott and Randy Tkachyk have been farming for over 30 years! When the BSE Crisis hit in 2003, they started their business. It is producer owned and operated. All of their meat is vacuum packed and there are no growth hormones, antibiotics or animal by-products used in their operation. They provide free home deliver in Winnipeg and southeast Manitoba. They have an interac and credit card machine at their vendor for easy payment! Products: Angus beef (all cuts), range fed chickens, red veal, pork chops, bacon, all beef wieners, farmers sausage, pepperettes/pepperoni, garlic rings, and salami.

	zinniahandbags Carrie Wolchock, Winnipeg. At the market since 1998 Carrie Wolchock mixed her love of textiles and gardening, to create a handbag design studio she named zinniahandbags after her favourite flower. The line emphasizes fun, bold, botanical and floral patterns concentrating on pieces that are simple and functional, yet have an impact with unique design and textile combinations. The studio is the heart of the business. Here everything is handmade in small production. Carrie cares about the process of making as much as the product and hopes that when you look at her handbags, the love for what she does shines through. Developing her love of unique textiles, whether vintage or new, Carrie plans to explore the world of textile printing and add it to her line. Products: Handbags, accessories, t-shirts, coverlets, pillow shams

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