More Than a Market: Building Community One Booth at a Time

More Than a Market: Building Community One Booth at a Time
By Jenn Perkel, Founder of Hear Here, LLC

When most people hear “farmers market,” they think of fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts—and yes, those are the things we offer. But to me, a true farmers market is much more than a place to shop.

It’s a place to connect.

At Hear Here, LLC, we believe in markets that feel like home. Our events aren’t about giant crowds or impersonal resale booths. They’re about heart. Every vendor at our markets grows, bakes, or crafts what they sell. You can meet the farmer who picked your tomatoes or the maker who hand-poured your candle. You can talk with neighbors you’ve never met before and run into old friends you haven’t seen in years.

We’re bringing back something towns used to have—a simple gathering place. And not just in places with a bustling downtown. Every town deserves a space where people can slow down, support each other, and find joy in the little things.

That’s the soul of a real farmers market: homegrown, homemade, and handmade.
And the best part? It brings people together in the most beautiful, human way.
So the next time you visit one of our markets, come hungry—for fresh food, for connection, and for community.

Because when we show up for each other, something truly special grows.
Tell us: What does a Farmers Market mean to you? We’d love to hear your story.

Send message to me, your local Farmers Market Manager at jenn@hearhereevents.com