BMS Co-op Celebrates 2nd Anniv.

DAYTON - The co-op-owned Artisan Food Market at Blue Mountain Station recently celebrated its two-year anniversary.

It began as the “Winter Market,” was only open on Saturdays and consisted of a handful of vendors. As interest and attendance grew, so did the market. The market offers hundreds of products, including those of regional food and craft artisans, food producers and growers.

In spring through fall, the market offers produce from local growers in the Touchet and Walla Walla valleys such as Deer Pond Gardens, Dixie Acres, Miles Away Farm, Hayshaker Farms and Nothing’s Simple Farm.

Members pay an annual fee of $70, or $35 with a promise to volunteer four hours per month. Some member benefits include 10% on the first Saturday of the month, discounts on bulk orders and wholesale prices on some items, according to Co-op President Alicia Walker.

The market is open Tuesdays from 12-6 p.m. and Thursdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.bluemountainstation.com.