Alternate GPS Address : 200 E Main Street, New Freedom PA 17349

Alternate GPS Address to Rose Fire Company: ​200 E Main St, New Freedom, PA 17349

The alternate GPS address is supplied as 150 E. Main street occasionally sends people to the wrong place, depending on what mapping program you are using If you plug in 150 E Main Street in New Freedom and the map isn't showing you New Freedom, use the second address.

Our venue is a grassy tree shaded park positioned behind the New Freedom Community Center and the Rose Fire Company.We have plenty of space to expand, sprawl, and grow as well as plenty of shade to keep the event cool. We just plead with attendees to mind your footwear choices on our uneven grassy ground!

We also reserve the community center in case of rain (We learned our lesson after the Great Deluge of 2015!) and to have available as an air conditioned space for activities or just a place to escape to for cool down time.

ALSO BEWARE 
The Shrewsbury exit off of I-83 / Exit 4 is UNDER HEAVY CONSTRUCTION

We suggest the following:

If coming up 83 from the SOUTH Use the exit for MD 439 / Exit 36.

If coming down 83 from the NORTH use the exit for Glen Rock / Exit 8.

Or take Exit 4. Have an adventure. Curse traffic. Regret life decisions.

Entertainment lineup a of 8/19/2019

2019 Events and Entertainment 

Please go here: https://thesteampunkfarmersmarket.blogspot.com/p/events.html  for continued updates, additions, times, and locations. Thank you! 

Music

Eli August with samples from Fablelore 

Eli is back! Returning to the Market with old favorites as well as samplings from his new fantasy-inspired band project, Fablelore!

"The music of Eli August is akin to the waters of a great river. It’s always moving and pushing forward, whether through percussive guitar and banjo, or the urgency of delicately crafted lyrics; the music never looks back.

The Dark Americana music is, at its roots, devoted to romantics and those who reflect upon their days with a certain longing for the past. Eli is often backed by an ever changing East Coast collective called The Abandoned Buildings, who bring rich and earthy orchestrations to the settings imagined in August’s songwriting, from the deep undulations of the ocean, to the quiet mystery of the forest and the openness of the dry and dusty road.

Whether solo, or along with the Abandoned Buildings, Eli will have you tapping your foot, singing along and reminiscing of your own long ago journeys."

https://www.facebook.com/eliaugustmusic/

http://www.eliaugust.com/

Waylon K. Smith 

Waylon will be playing his own music, as well as presenting samples from Fablelore alongside Eli!

Regular Market visitors my recognize Waylon as part of the Positronic Cats from previous years. 

you can find him @waylonksmithmusic on Facebook and Instagram!
https://www.facebook.com/waylonksmithmusic/


Third Musical Act TBA 


Other Entertainment

Country Conjuring Strolling Magic with Erick Hershey

Magic returns to the Steampunk Farmers Market! Catch Eric Hershey strolling the grounds early in the day!

"Country Conjuring Magic! from the MAGIC of Erick Hershey is a journey out of the world of reality and into the world of illusion.  Fusing Western Steampunk with 18th and 19th century Americana, Erick weaves mysteries in entertaining performances full of wonder, fun, and laughter.  Audience participation abounds as magic takes place right in front of you... or even in your own hands!

Erick Hershey has performed magic for over 30 years throughout America, and is a member of the Society of American Magicians and the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs."

Gears of Time Hafla 

Start time: Between 3 and 3:30 @ The Belly Dance Tent near the Pavilion

A all ages friendly belly dancing show! Be sure to stick around to watch a number of groups and individuals preform for our Market! Curious about belly dancing? Want to know more? Drop by and see what is going on!


Capt. Andreas Schutzen, Ordinance Exper​t

Vintage weapons Enthusiasts take heed! Special guest "Capt. Andreas Schutzen, Ordinance Expert", will be coming out to our Market with a showcase of authentic Victorian era swords and guns. Stop by Captain Andreas’ table, to witness his display of "Infernal devices a century of innovation by the master mechanics", see demos, and hear tales of these vintage armaments. The display will be divided historically into three eras of Steampunk: Regency (1800­1825), Master Mechanics (1830­1875) and Brave New World (1875­1900)

Drop by his booth to see old favorites from past years, and new additions to his display! (Items not for sale, display only)

Southern York County YMCA Fencing Club
Confirmation Pending

"Learn a sport that spans the centuries! The Fencing program at the Southern Branch YMCA offers a weekly Introduction to Fencing class in three 10-week sessions throughout the year. We will be providing class information and demonstrations"

We have a Facebook group for anyone who's interested: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1041165786026025/

Trinket Trade and Curiosity Swap!

The Steampunk Farmers Market's very own swap meet! Bring your curiosities and trinkets to swap, trade, and barter with others! Tradeable handmade goods up to larger pieces of steampunk paraphernalia welcome.  

Swapping/trading not guaranteed. No registration necessary. Time and Location TBA

Book Swap 

Do you have books that are still in good condition but in need of a new home? Are you looking for new reading material? Drop by the book swap!

At the Book Swap you can:
-Just leave books for others to peruse
-Just look for a new book to take home
-Leave some books AND take some books.

What you cannot do:
Exchange books for money.

Donated books do NOT have to be reclaimed if you do not wish to come back for them. Donated books that are not reclaimed will be held for future book swap activities, placed in local Little Libraries, donated, or ultimately recycled so they may live again.

Macaroni Kid Kids Crafts and Activities 

Drop by and see the Macaroni Kid and see the variety of fun activities she has planed for our youngest Steampunks! They have multiple things in store for us this year! 

Vending Registration for SPFM 2019 and Two New Shows!

The Steampunk Farmers Market will be returning on August 24th, 2019 for it's fifth year anniversary!  We are starting vending registration earlier than ever in hopes that we can make the 2019 Market the biggest yet!

Alongside the Steampunk Farmers Market, from the same staff and organizers, two new special events are being added to the New Freedom Farmers Market's calendar that may appeal to our Market and Steampunk crowds.


The New Faeriedom Festival, April 27th 2019 

With Spoutwood retiring their long-running and long-cherished Fairy Festival as of the 2018 season, the New Freedom Farmers Market aims to keep a piece of that magical spirit alive in the area, at similar time of year, for 2019. Our goal is to transform the grounds of the farmers market and the New Freedom Community Center into a magical springtime fairy wonderland for the day, full of music, joy, activities, creativity, food, other entertainment, and of course a little fairy magic. This festival is one of two new festivals being brought to the Farmers Market for the 2019 season.

The New Faeriedom Festival is, as of this time, not officially affiliated with the Spoutwood Fairy Festival.


The Throwback Bazaar and Farmers Market, September 28th

Evoking the sense of nostalgia that comes with the memory of Saturday Morning Cartoons paired with sugary breakfast cereal, the Farmers Market is hosting New Freedom’s very own mini comic book, sci-fi, fantasy, cartoon, and pop culture event!

The second of two new festivals, The Throwback Bazaar and Farmers Market is crafted in the theme of other larger comic book and pop culture conventions, just on a smaller scale. We aim to have a collection of comic book and toy vendors (both retro/vintage and modern), an Artists Alley for comic book artists (both published and aspiring) to show off their work, possibly live music, and if we are lucky - find a modestly priced Special Guest or two to sign autographs (book authors, voice actors, tv actors, etc).

The application forms for ALL THREE of the New Freedom Farmers Market/ New Freedom Recreation Council 2019 events (New Faeriedom Festival, Steampunk Farmers Market, Throwback Bazaar are ready in nice handy combo forms! You can sign up for just one event, or multiple all at once. Interested in vending in multiple events but aren't entirely sure if you can do the ones later in the year? You can do a second application when you are ready. Only interested in the New Faeriedom Festival? Then just disregard all sections labeled for Steampunk and Throwback.

For vending, we have a two part application system for 2019. Part 1 is the online google forms application. If you are approved, you will receive Part 2, a 'receipt' laying out all your chosen options/events and your complete total which you will then have to mail into the New Freedom Borough Office with your payment.

Looking to be a guest, entertainer, or activity host at one of these events? Check out the entertainer application form. We would love to hear from you!

Vendor Application Form:
https://goo.gl/forms/T6SBwJpMphkGT9zz1

Entertainer application Form:
https://goo.gl/forms/AUcEW7ilwlSNtkTX2

Curious about these three events and want to know more? Check out their facebook pages! (Info on the Throwback Bazaar is a bit thin still, as it's the latest in the year of all three events and our focus is mostly on the fairy festival at the moment)

https://www.facebook.com/SteampunkFarmersMarket

https://www.facebook.com/ThrowbackBazaar

https://www.facebook.com/NewFaeriedom

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Silverwolf Leather

We would like to thank Silverwolf Leather for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018!

"Handcrafted creative leather couture and accessories. We make beautiful leather goods from pouches, journals, and flask/bottle holders, to corsets, bustles, kilts and more! We also offer custom collaboration for these and items we haven't thought to make yet." 

See examples of our work at www.silverwolfleather.com, or find us on Facebook."

                                                             Be sure to drop by their booth and take a perusal of their wares!

2018 Vendor Sponsor: All Geared Up Repurpose

Heap some love on our vendor sponsor, All Geared Up Repurpose! 

"Recycle!  Repurpose!  Restore!  Oh my!  I find parts and pieces from the past and give them a new life to "light your way."  My steampunk lamps are all original, unique, and a whole lot of fun."

When roaming the Market on Saturday, be sure to take a peek at all the lovely work! 

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Autumn Covenant Leather Creations

We would like to thank Autumn Covenant Leather Creations for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018!

Specializing in unique, ready-made, genuine leather accessories for a variety of cosplay genres. Looking for something completely unique? Ask about custom work!

Want to get a jump on things and contact them ahead of time or see more of their work, check out their website.

www.autumncovenantleather.com

Victoria@autumncovenatleather.com

Be sure to drop by their booth and take the time to admire their lovely work! 

Here is our Schedule of Events 2018 flyer!

This is the event as it currently stands. Any additions or alterations and we will roll out a change to the file and roll out an update post. 

Feel free to print out your own copy to bring along with you! The file is formatted to be printed double sided. 

Steampunk Farmers Market 2018 Schedule of Events 

Food Options at the Market 2018.

Looking for a snack during your trip to the Market this Saturday? We have a plethora of options this year!

Grace Bible Church

Hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, munchies, breakfast sandwiches and other goodies! A regular farmers market vendor they are always working hard to bring tasty snacks and  meal options to the market! Their proceeds help them fund church trips and other such activities.

Mama D's Bakery 

Another Market regular vendor, along with their usual offings of cakes, breads, pies, and other tasty goodies Mama D is providing other tasty breakfast and lunch options!

Steampunk Market Special Menu:
Ham, eggs, & cheese croissants for breakfast
Chicken BBQ with or w/o sweetened slaw - made with home made bourbon honey bbq
Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches
Falafels
Chips & drinks

Caroline's Sweet Shop

Also a regular vendor, beside with their usual assortment of goodies Caroline's Sweet Shop will be featuring a selection salads (of the pasta-sh variety) options to compliment the lunch menu from Mama D's

S'More Smelter 

Like S'mores? Hate Cancer? Drop by S'more Smelter for a fresh toasted treat. All proceeds go towards pancreatic cancer research. Stop by and see what special steampunk-themed novelties they pull together for the day.

Rose Fire Hall Chicken BBQ and Pit Beef
While not really a part of the market, they are across the parking lot in the fire hall! Serving 11 till 2, or sell out. Don't wait, as on Steampunk weekends they tend to sell out fast!

Home Made Sweet Shop

Various baked goods and tasty sweets.

On My Grind Coffee

Need your morning fix? Need an afternoon fix? On my Grind Coffee will be on site with their truck serving hot and cold coffee options!

Cheese Curd Jack, LLC

Tasty cheese-curd based offerings!
Wisconson Cheddar Cheese Curds
Jalapeno Cheese Curds
Cookie Dough Bites w/Hershey's Chocolate
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sprite, Ice Tea, Water

Sunrise Acres Produce 

While not a typical event food vendor, they do have a variety of fresh produce every week that may be ripe for snacking on! looking for something a bit more green? Maybe a bit more fruity? Stop by and see what they may have for nibbling!

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Nancy Bradley Designs

We would like to thank  Nancy Bradley Designs  for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018!

"Founded in 2011, Nancy Bradley Designs of Lancaster, PA, features found object and mixed media jewerly creations incorporating vintage finds such as watch parts, keys, transit tokens, and tintypes along with contemporary objects that compliment such Vintage parts. Owner Nancy E. Bradley has enjoyed antiquing for as long as she can remember and loves bringing new life to her antiquing finds."

https://www.facebook.com/NancyBradleyDesigns/

nbradleydesigns@yahoo.com.

Be sure to drop by her booth and take a perusal of her 

wares! 

Yearly Footwear Choice Reminder

This is your Routine Footwear Reminder! 

Our venue is a tree covered, grass covered, kinda lumpy, vaguely un-mowed, lovely kind of park! It features unexpected divots, surprise rocks, miscellaneous slightly terrifying mushrooms, and the occasional ornery squirrel.

When choosing your regalia for this year, protect your ankles and be mindful that your footwear is appropriate for the venue!

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Cheese Curd Jack, LLC

We would like to thank Cheese Curd Jack, LLC for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018! 

Cheese Curd Jack, LLC will be joining the Steampunk Farmers Market for the 25th! Their menu features such goodies as Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Curds, Jalapeno Cheese Curds, and
Cookie Dough Bites w/Hershey's Chocolate.

Squeak on by and have a look at their tasty treats! Stop by their Facebook page for a 'like' as well!

https://www.facebook.com/Cheese-Curd-Jack-LLC-358340424600889/

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Sheri Queen

We would like to thank Sheri Queen for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018! 

"BOOKS AND MORE: Indie Author, purveyor of upcycled vintage jewelry, and  source for rebound book journals and re-purposed vintage postcards - Using bits and pieces of the past to create objects of clockwork, altered keys, paper, and more"

Be sure to take a glace at Sheri's social media and website to get an idea of the intriguing things she has to offer!

https://www.sheriqueen.com/ 
https://www.facebook.com/SheriQueenAuthor/
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15964216.Sheri_Queen
https://www.bookbub.com/profile/sheri-queen

Pop in to her booth and say hello, and take a gawk at all her work! 

ROAD CLOSURE JUST WEST OF NEW FREEDOM - Detour

Here a closed road, there a closed road, everywhere a closed road! 

On route 851/Steltz Road, just West of New Freedom, the road is closed for bridge repair where 851/Keeney Mill, and Smith Mill roads intersect The detour signs for this closure coming from the West are either non existent or placed extremely poorly so we are doing our best efforts to alert anyone coming into town from that direction who may not already be familiar with the area.

We suggest, at the closure point, veer a slight RIGHT down Smith Mill past the ramshackle barn, following the silver truck in the first photo. Do not TURN right up Keeney Mill, or you will wander off into Maryland. You will follow Smith Mill to a stop sign which will be Front Street.

Turn LEFT, and this rill run you straight down into New Freedom and bring you out to Main Street with Steam Into History on your right and Paesano's across the street.

Turn RIGHT and this will take you up to the event grounds at the New Freedom Community Center and Rose Fire Hall. If you drive past the Fire Hall on the Right you have gone too far. Once you turn into the parking lot between the Community Center and the Fire Hall you will be able to see the event grounds and the wooden pavilion that has the Farmers Market mural painted on it.

Event Address: 150 East Main Street, New Freedom PA, 17349.
Alternate GPS Address to Rose Fire Hall :​200 E Main St, New Freedom, PA 17349

The alternate GPS address is supplied as 150 E. Main street occasionally sends people to the wrong place depending on what mapping program you are using (but we think we have it fixed.) If you plug in 150 E Main Street in New Freedom and the map isn't showing you New Freedom, use the second address.

Help Make the World a Bit Warmer! Donate New and Gently Used Coats

We have another organization attending the Market this year that is working towards a fantastic cause!

Coats of Friendship, Inc. will be attending the Market this Saturday the 25th to collect new and gently used coats/warm clothing for those in need over the Thanksgiving weekend. If anyone has any coats/jackets of any size lingering around that they would like to donate to this cause, please bring them along! Coats of Friendship and those they help would greatly appreciate the support!

Coats of Friendship is a Non-Profit aiming to make the world a warmer place through doing things for people in need. This ongoing non-profit is run and staffed by elementary students (and their volunteer parents) who have made it their goal to do what they can to help make York PA a better, warmer place this holiday season.

Results So Far of their efforts:

-2014-2015 collection and distribution: collected 85 coats and distributed weekend of Thanksgiving 2015 in 2 parks in York, PA
-2015-2016 collection and distribution: collected 705 coats and distributed weekend of Thanksgiving 2016 in the Life Path “Rescue Mission” Shelter and 3 parks in York, PA
-2016-2017 collection and distribution: aiming to collect 2500 coats and w be distributed weekend of Thanksgiving 2017 in the Life Path “Rescue Mission” Shelter and 4 parks in York, PA.
-2018- aiming to collect 3000 coats

Every coat counts!
Have a coat but can't make it to the Market? Contact them to see what you can do!

Contact anytime- 904-885-7688
coatsoffriendship@yahoo.com
coatsoffriendship.wixsite.com/website
https://www.facebook.com/coatsoffriendship/
"Making the World a Little Bit Warmer"

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Aurum Larp

We would like to thank Aurum Larp for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018!

"Aurum LARP is a Steampunk-themed Live Action Roleplaying Game (LARP) located in New Jersey centered around exploration, discovery, and teamwork, Players are encouraged to make unique characters and explore this world filled with magic, science, and steam, To learn more please see: www.aurumlarp.com "

Be sure to drop by their booth and see what this world of imagination is all about!

Help S'more Smelter Battle Pancreatic Cancer!

To everyone who appreciated the fresh-made fire-roasted S'mores at the Market last year -- S'more Smelter is returning once again!

"When you come to the Steampunk Farmer's Market on August 25th, be sure to stop at S'more Smelters to support Kaitlynn in her endeavor to raise funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research in honor of her late uncle. She will have awareness ribbon key fobs and Steampunk themed S'more Pops as well as Campfire S'mores. Both are available in milk or dark chocolate. For an added twist you may choose to add caramel or coconut to your fresh roasted s'more! All proceeds will be donated to Pancreatic Cancer research."

Stop by the fire pit (front corner of the event by the pavilion) for a tasty treat and to help fund cancer research!

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Gadgetometers

We would like to thank Gadgetometers for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018! 

"Gadgetometers is proud to present a unique variety of handcrafted products that pertain to the Steampunk theme. Our one of a kind art based devices are designed to augment the look of any costume. Whether you'e a time traveler, vampire hunter, fairy friend, aviator, or explorer -- these imaginative items will lend distinction to any personal. They even look good on a shelf. In addition to our Gadgetometers, our inventory includes a vast array of other theme related items such as handmade goggles, jewelry hats, time machines, jet packs, costume accessories, unique weaponry, and small vintage items to enhance your decor. Drop by our emporium and take a look."

Be certain to pop in and check out their lovely booth and what curiosities have brought along to the Market! 

https://www.facebook.com/gadgetometers/

http://gadgetometers.com/

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Heather E. Hutsell, Authoress

We would like to thank Heather E. Hutsell, Authoress for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018!

"Heather E. Hutsell is the authoress of the Steampunk mystery series, The Case files. She has also written several other novels and shot story collections, ranging from historical romantic horror, absurdist fiction, future dystopian cautionary tales, mystical folklore, shot whimsical stories of fantastical mishaps, to many other adventures in between

She is also the creator of one-of-a-kind boutonnieres made from recycled neckties. No self respecting Steampunk should be seen without one!

For more information, please visit www.HeatherEHutsell.com "

Be sure to drop by their booth and take a perusal of their wares! 

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Dancer's Oasis

Dancer's Oasis has stepped up to be a vendor sponsor for 2018!

Be certain to pop by to visit them along with their sister booth Horny Things, to see what they are all about and to thank them for helping to support the show!

Sneak on over to their facebook page and check them out!
https://www.facebook.com/pg/dancingsince1996/

2018 Vendor Sponsor: Horny Things

We would like to thank Horny Things  for pitching in a little extra and sponsoring The Steampunk Farmers Market 2018!

"Purveyors, traders, and artisans of Horn, Bone, Antler and other natural materials.

Items include but are not limited to:

-Items made from horn such as: drinking horns, mugs, cups, utensils, bowls, hair sticks/decorations, checkers, whistles, lanterns, beads, tips, pendants, charms, shaving brushes, boxes, frames, trays, jewelry , shofars, and raw
-Items made from antler such as: pendants, mystical art, headdress, handles, key chains, checkers, game pieces, jewelry, and raw.
-Items made from bone such as: game pieces, pendants, beads, hair ornaments, utensils, boxes, frames, trays, jewelry, and pieces
-Items made from other natural materials such as: Fur key chains, headdresses, hats, hair ornaments, beads, fur, leather holders, fur tails, stands for horns, bags, costumes.
-Items made from fabric or repurposed materials: hats, bags, jewelry, lids, and costume accessories.
-Items in conjunction with theme styles of: Viking, Celtic, Steampunk, Gothic, Metaphysical, Spiritual, Fairy, Sci-Fi, Burlesque, adult, renaissance, Victoriana, and cosplay."


Be sure to drop by their booth and take a perusal of their wares! Also pop into their facebook page to have a gander ahead of time as to the kinds of items they may have available the 25th!


https://www.facebook.com/HornyThings/