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Starting a Farmers Market Business: What You’ll Need (Permits, Insurance & Fees)

Starting a Farmers Market Business: What You’ll Need (Permits, Insurance & Fees)

by R CCFM Katie | Apr 6, 2026 | News & Event, Notes from our Founder

If you’ve been thinking about becoming a farmers market vendor, you’ve probably asked yourself: What do I actually need to get started? The good news is while there are a few important steps, they’re all manageable. And once you have them in place, you’ll be set up to...
Thinking About Becoming a Farmers Market Vendor? Start Here.

Thinking About Becoming a Farmers Market Vendor? Start Here.

by R CCFM Katie | Apr 6, 2026 | News & Event, Notes from our Founder

There’s a moment many people have, often quietly, where an idea starts to take shape. A recipe you’ve perfected. A product you keep making for friends. A creative skill that feels like it could be something more. And somewhere in that moment comes the question: Could...
Jennifer Jones Collection: A Timeless Craft, Worn Every Day

Jennifer Jones Collection: A Timeless Craft, Worn Every Day

by R CCFM Katie | Apr 6, 2026 | Notes from our Founder

There are certain moments at the farmers market that feel almost instinctive where you find yourself slowing down, lingering a little longer, drawn in without quite knowing why. Jennifer Jones Collection has a way of creating exactly that kind of moment. As Jennifer...
Tending To Your Vision with Journal Prompts

Tending To Your Vision with Journal Prompts

by R CCFM Katie | Mar 4, 2026 | Notes from our Founder

March marks the close of the first quarter a quiet but powerful turning point. Three months ago, the year felt wide open. Since then, seeds have been planted. Ideas tested. Momentum built. Some things are already blooming. Others are still strengthening beneath the...
A New Flavor at La Cañada Flintridge: Welcome MJM Savories

A New Flavor at La Cañada Flintridge: Welcome MJM Savories

by R CCFM Katie | Mar 2, 2026 | Notes from our Founder, Vendors

A New Flavor at La Cañada Flintridge Farmers Market: Welcome MJM Savories There’s something special about discovering a vendor who cooks with heart, the kind of booth that draws you in with the scent of something sizzling and keeps you there with genuine conversation!...
Growing What Matters: Raw Inspiration Awards Second Garden & Food Education Grant in Monrovia

Growing What Matters: Raw Inspiration Awards Second Garden & Food Education Grant in Monrovia

by R CCFM Katie | Feb 25, 2026 | Notes from our Founder

Some of the most meaningful community work doesn’t happen all at once. It unfolds over time through trust, care, and the choice to continue investing in what’s already taking root. Recently Raw Inspiration awarded a $15,000 garden and food education grant to Food ED,...
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