(Atlantic) Produce in the Park is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Market Manager, Maria Miller. Miller will oversee the coordination and marketing of Produce in the Park as well as four holiday off season markets.
“We’re so thrilled to welcome Maria to the Produce in the Park family. The market has grown substantially over the last five years and we’re eager to see what ideas Maria has to enhance the market, while helping to create the same fun atmosphere patrons have come to know and love,” Bailey Smith, Produce in the Park Board President stated.
Miller was born and raised in Omaha and recently moved to Atlantic in 2022 with her family. Produce in the Park was one of the first community events she visited and is one of the reasons she fell in love with the Atlantic community. She loved how welcoming vendors were, the family friendly atmosphere and the investment the market makes to the community.
“I’m excited to be able to contribute to the tradition of Produce in the Park and serve the community. My husband and I started a garden and quickly realized the hard work it takes to see a good harvest. While my gardening skills may not be stellar, it’s helped me recognize how essential it is to eat seasonally and support local producers,” Maria Miller stated.
Produce in the Park is a weekly Thursday evening (4:30-6:30 PM) farmer’s market in the Atlantic City Park from June 6th – October 10th. Vendor applications can be found online at www.produceintheparkatlanticiowa.com; printed copies are available at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce (102 Chestnut St., Atlantic). Produce in the Park seeks vendors selling handmade or homegrown products, including local foods, as well as beauty products, candles, crafts, art and decorations.
Join them Saturday, March 30th and find all your Easter goodies at the Spring Celebration Market. The celebration will be at the Nishna Valley Family YMCA from 12 PM – 3 PM and feature produce, baked goods, crafts and more. For the latest information, follow Produce in the Park on Facebook (ProduceInThePark) or Instagram (ProduceInTheParkAtlanticIA).
