Autumn  at the Market

The September weather has arrived and with the crisp fall mornings the market emerges with an entirely new vibe for a brand new season to celebrate all things local.

There is wide variety of fall vegetables and fruits finding their way to displays, ginger has arrived with the anticipation of turmeric, mums are beginning to appear and soon gourds and pumpkins will make their annual debut.

September market activities are also starting to roll out.  Mark your calendars to visit the market and experience some of the scheduled events and programs;

September 14th 

Amazing vendors

Cooking Demo at the market porch with Carolyn Shapiro from Comfort Food Community at 10:30 am

Live music with Craic Agus Ceol and Thomas Powers

Saratoga Springs Friends of the Library Book Sale

Developing Minds Kids Activity from Skidmore

Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension on site to help you prepare your garden for fall

September 21st 

Amazing Vendors

Live Music with Brendan Daily and Kate Blain

Developing Minds Kids Activity from Skidmore

Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension on site to help you prepare your garden for fall

Comfort Food Community on site with CDPHP Farmers’ Market coupons – learn about the program and eligibility 

September 28th – The Great Pumpkin Festival and The First Annual Festival of Lanterns (display in the pavilions)

Amazing vendors 

Live Music with Happenstance, Alex Ciarullo (9-10:30 am) and The Acorns (11:30-12:30)

Cooking demo at the market porch with Gianna Pennacchia from Cornell Cooperative Extension at 10:30 am

Pumpkin Painting for Kids under the market awning (green shed – minimal charge)

Lantern making activity for Kids sponsored by the Saratoga Springs Library (free)

The Great Pumpkin Fest at the garage on High Rock with the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce

Artist guest Sarah Straight

Bikeatoga Pop-up Repair Shop at the market

Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension on site to help you prepare your garden for fall

Comfort Food Community on site with CDPHP Farmers’ Market coupons – learn about the program and eligibility 

The market looks forward to celebrating all things local with you this fall.  Stay tuned for October events to be released soon.

The Saratoga Farmer’s Market is open on Wednesdays from 3- 6 p.m. and  Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs. The Monday market at Clifton Park is open from 2-5 p.m. at the Shenendehowa Methodist Church on Route 146. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org, where you can sign up for our weekly newsletter, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @SaratogaFarmersMarket.

One Pan Roasted Chicken with Fall Vegetables

Yields: 4 servings | Prep & cook time: 45 min

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients  currently available at the farmers’ market

1 pound butternut squash, chopped*

8 ounces baby red potatoes, halved*

8 ounces baby carrots, peeled*

8 ounces Brussels sprouts,  halved*

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

2 cloves garlic, minced*

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,  to taste

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves*

For the Chicken 

8 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs*

1 teaspoon oregano*

1/2 teaspoon thyme*

1/2 teaspoon basil*

1/4 teaspoon rosemary*

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,  to taste.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.

Season chicken with oregano,  thyme, basil, rosemary, salt and. Pepper, to taste; set aside.

Place butternut squash, potatoes, carrots and Brussels sprouts in a  single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Stir in olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic;  season with salt and pepper, to taste.  Top with seasoned chicken in a single layer.

Place into oven and roast until the chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees, about. 25-30minutes.* Then broil for 2-3 minutes,  or until caramelized and slightly charred.

Served immediately,  garnish with parsley if desired.

* Cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the potatoes. 

* Optional additions to consider include; broccoli, green beans, acorn squash, zucchini, summer squash, kale, craisins©.