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Boonsboro Farmer's Market reports 8,523 visitors in 10th season, co-managers say
Summary
Farmer's Market co-managers told the Boonsboro council the market's 10th season attracted 8,523 visitors, featured 20'26 vendors weekly and won second place in a tri-state market ranking; they credited social media and Maryland Money Market/SNAP programs for strong attendance.
Kathy Vesely and Jennifer Raab, co-managers of the Boonsboro Farmer's Market, presented a recap to the Mayor and Council on Nov. 12, saying the market's 10th season attracted 8,523 visitors and regularly hosted at least 20 vendors, sometimes up to 26. They said a strong social media presence and participation in the Maryland Money Market and SNAP programs helped boost attendance and vendor numbers.
Vesely described customer-facing programs such as the Frequent Buyer card and an end-of-season prize drawing. The managers also highlighted outreach events this season, including a mini recycling event, a "bring your dog to the market" day, a bag-exchange program and scavenger hunts. They told the council the market has become a Tuesday destination and called it a community highlight; organizers reported the market placed second for best market in a tri-state area competition.
The council received the report as informational; no formal action was taken at the meeting.
