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Final week of Produce In the Park incorporates Halloween theme

Ag/Outdoor, News

October 9th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hogue says “It’s the LAST week of Produce in the Park, and we’re celebrating with a little Halloween action–Trick-or-Treat in the Park.” Produce in the Park takes place Thursday, Oct. 14th, from 4:30-until 6:30-p.m. in the downtown Atlantic City park, and features Trick-or-Treating fun!

Costumes are not required, but expect to see some costumes at the park, along with:

  • Fresh Local Produce: Pie pumpkins, squash, melons, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, aronia berries, & more!
  • More farm favorites: pumpkin butter, jams, jellies, and syrups, goat milk soaps, granola, honey, and local meat.
  • Local Crafts: Soaps, candles, and wax melts in cozy fall scents from Smudge, Bags, jackets, and more from Tracie Lobstein.
  • Baked goods:
    • Kringleman Danish Pastries in fall flavors including pecan
    • Sue’s Country Garden baked goods
    • Brun Ko Farm pumpkin pies pre-order only (pre-orders are due by noon on Oct. 13 to brunkofarm@gmail.com or 712-249-3187)
  • Guest Chef: Jennifer from Erickson Foods – samples and recipes of Maple Butternut Squash Casserole
  • Oct. 14 Park Packs featuring Erickson Foods’ Maple Butternut Squash Casserole: Park Packs can be pre-ordered from Brun Ko Farm at www.brunkofarm.com or purchased from Brun Ko Farm at the market as supplies last.

Community Organizations at the Market (all are joining in on the trick-or-treat!) include:

  • Atlantic Elks Lodge
  • Cass County PROSPER: info. and resources on mental health and mental wellness
  • Atlantic Rising
  • Cass County Master Gardeners
  • Advanced Services employment services

Entertainment during the evening is as follows:

  • Sarah Selders 4:30-5:25
  • Atlantic Rising Update 5:25-5:35
  • Lisa Johnston 5:35-6:30

Snack at the Market: kettle corn and fresh-squeezed lemonade, plus a sneak peek at Atlas Atlantic Cinemas’ Holiday Popcorn!

Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/JP5KrmsF