A fundraiser for the Northeast Farmers Market and TC Food Justice, 4-mile fun run/walk/stroll, and foodie rally all in one, Saturday, June 22. Runners start in Northeast at the iconic Pioneers Statue in B.F. Nelson Park, then wind along the Mississippi River through the St. Anthony West, Nicollet Island, and St. Anthony Main districts. After crossing the Stone Arch Bridge, they’ll enjoy a different view of the riverfront, then pause under the Hennepin Avenue Bridge for a drink of water. The second half of the run will take you through the wooded west side riverfront parks and Boom Island Park, and then it’s back to B.F. Nelson for refreshments. Awesome clothing from Mill City Running will be given away for: First male, First female, First pet, Best finish line celebration, Best food costume. Info and registration: active.com/minneapolis-mn/running/distance-running/nefm-foodie-4-mile-2019.
Farmers Market
Foodie 4 Mile
Run/walk the 5th annual Foodie 4 Mile fundraiser on opening day of the Northeast Farmers Market, Saturday, May 20 at B.F. Nelson Park, 434 NE Main St. This year you can expect the Foodie 4 Mile to have more food, prizes, and fun than ever before. There is an “Early-Early Bird Special,” where you can sign up now and capture the discounted registration rate of just $25. Registration fees will go up over time, so before you forget, visit ACTIVE.com and get registered today. For more information email, info@northeastmarket.org.
Northeast Farmers Market Harvest Gala
In celebration of the strength and bounty of the local food movement, join the Northeast Farmers Market (NEFM) 629 NE 2nd St., for their fifth annual Harvest Gala, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 6:30-9 p.m. The NEFM Harvest Gala features an innovative format that pairs farmers market vendors and local chefs. Chefs and farmers team up to create tasty appetizers using ingredients sourced from the Northeast Farmers Market. Appetizers are paired with custom cocktails, local beers, and ripe wines. The vinyl will be spinning by “The Ring Toss Twins.” A silent auction will feature art, curated packages, certificates and services donated by local artisans, restaurants, businesses and individuals. Admission to the Gala is $15 and $20 at the door. Purchase tickets here, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harvest-gala-2016-tickets-26622977041?aff=es2. Proceeds from the event will be used to fund the activities and mission of the Northeast Farmers Market.