Snohomish Farmer's Market
Power of Produce Kids Club
The Power of Produce Kids Club is a National Program that provides ur market youth opportunities to learn more about where local food comes from, the importance of eating fresh fruits & veggies, and how our ecosystems work.
Entertainment and activities at the POP Club make learning about fresh, local foods really fun! Building on the belief that farmers markets are for everyone - including kids! The POP Club will allow our market kids to explore new fruits & veggies by providing $2 in market currency each week along with providing a fun opportunity for children to engage in the local food system.
Activities will include conversations directly with farmers, educational games & demonstrations, and exposure to new fruits & vegetables. In addition to educational activities, POP club kids receive $2 in tokens to spend at the market - thus allowing them to make their own shopping decisions.
The POP Kids Club dates are TBD for 2025. Stay tuned!
How the POP Club Works:
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Kids 13 & under, ask your parents’ permission to fill out the form for your membership card. You may also get your own special market bag to bring with you each week to the market. (TBD Supplies)
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Each week that you attend the market, check in at the Kids Club Tent to get your passport stamped and receive your $2 market currency to shop for fresh fruit & veggies.
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Return to the Kids Club Tent to record your "findings" and what you liked as well as participate in fun crafts and educational activities. Your passport will stay with us each week, but you can take it home at the end of the season! There will also be fun activities & speakers at the Kids Club Tent for you to enjoy!
The Youth Market Makers Experience
In partnership with the Snohomish Chamber of Commerce and the Little Book of Big Business - the Snohomish Farmers Market is excited to continue our 2025 event with the Youth Market Makers Experience. Formerly known as Kids Vendor Day!
The goal of this elevated experience is to provide our young entrepreneurs with education and experience that helps them succeed in building their business ideas. All ages (up to 18) are welcome to apply.
The program will include:
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1st Educational Youth Maker Class - Saturday, May 17th from 10a-12p: Workshop format with speakers and hands-on activities to help formulate a business plan, grow ideas, and learn the basics around deciding what product to sell, creating a table display and costs involved with making products. Snacks & beverages provided.
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2nd Educational Youth Maker Class - Saturday, June 21st from 10a-12p: Workshop format with speakers and hands-on activities to focus on next level of business planning, including merchandise pricing, sales, networking and how to be prepared for market day.
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Youth Maker Chamber Day - July 15th from 11a-1p: A networking experience attending the Snohomish Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting with an opportunity to conduct a "practice run" of their business plan and adjust as needed prior to our Youth Market Maker Experience Days. Full lunch provided as well as sales opportunities.
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Youth Market Maker Experiences at the Snohomish Farmers Market (participants choose 1) - August 7th & 21st from 3-7p: Table reservation for the culminating event at the Snohomish Farmers Market. Load in will be 1 hour prior and load out will take place after market closes.
Additional details:
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Participation cost is $75 per child (due upon approval) and all materials for participant are included**(**Parent/Guardian lunch can be purchased for Youth Chamber Day event with pre-reservation and pre-paid $25 fee.)
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Kids under 12 will be grouped into small teams by grade to ensure age-appropriate activities and learning experiences. Teens aged 13 and older will join their own group, where they’ll receive instruction tailored to their age and interests, focusing on more advanced topics and hands-on opportunities that align with their growing skills and independence.
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*Parents are required to stay with kids during the program. However, for teens aged 13 and older, parents have the option to sign a waiver allowing their teen to attend class independently. Parents will still need to be present during setup and takedown at the market, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment for everyone involved
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Items for sale must be made/grown by participants with minimal adult assistance.
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Parents/Guardians agree to photography of activities which may include their children for promotional purposes and sharing of experiences on social media.
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Equipment Needed:
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6ft table required for participation in SFM Youth Market Maker Day.
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Shade umbrellas allowed at market but must have minimum 30# of weight affixed.
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We are working with several sponsors to provide shade canopies for market day.
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Restrictions: Due to Snohomish County Health Permitting, no food-for-sale will be allowed.
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The Snohomish Farmers Market, Snohomish Chamber of Commerce and Little Books of Big Business reserve the right to use their discretion in teaching materials, merchandise and marketing.
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Limited scholarships available based on financial need