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February 21, 2013
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Grass Valley market organizers: Local focus worth change

As announced earlier this week, Grass Valley’s Thursday Night Market will feature a new focus this season with emphasis on local food and artisans. But that will also mean no commercial vendors and no booths operated by nonprofit organizations. “We’re focusing on a certified farmers aspect, where it’s a certified farmer, more handcrafted focus with no more commercial items,” said Julia Jordan, executive director of the Grass Valley Downtown Association. “We’re looking at having more of the market, outdoor feel and less like a street fair.” One the changes drawing scrutiny following the announcement has been the exclusion of nonprofit …

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The Union Updated Feb 22, 2013 03:22PM Published Feb 21, 2013 11:12PM Copyright 2013 The Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.