Ep 290: Encore Episode: Make Your Farmers Market Opening Grand
Opening a new farmers market or starting a new season at an existing\xa0one is exciting. A lot goes into getting ready to launch, and building up to a truly\xa0grand opening. Building awareness and anticipation for both the community and your family of farmers and vendors means a busy opening day. Planning for the natural cycles of a new market will keep everyone's enthusiasm and commitment strong. New and established alike, there's no part of farmers markets that just happens. You make it happen and keep happening for your team and your neighbors. \xa0 This episode of Tent Talk was originally recorded and broadcast in May, 2022. We thought it was worth an encore for long time listeners and a great way to provide newer followers with this valuable information, including: \xa0 \xa0
- Scheduling an intentional opening date
- Getting the word out in all the ways
- Making shoppers feel welcome
- Understanding the natural ebb and flow of attendance
- Staging \xa0to maintain the excitement