Bidding will begin on Friday, September 11 at 6 AM!

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Please enjoy browsing!

Farm to Table has moved its auction to Facebook this year, and we are excited about you joining us. Proceeds from the auction will be used to make improvements at the farmers’ market and help us continue to be the Saturday morning place to be. Thank you for your continued support.

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Dear Friends,

Welcome to the Farm to Table auction guide! The amount of support for this event has been overwhelming, and I appreciate everyone’s willingness to support our local community during this challenging time.

DeSoto Farmers’ Market was started in 2009 and continues to be a thriving program of Get Healthy DeSoto. Improving access to local products and goods was the original intention, and we continue to do this every Saturday, May through October from 8 am until noon. With a pandemic, the access provided to local food has been an essential part of our economy and has highlighted the need to further expand our market.

While highlighting the necessity of the market, the pandemic has also challenged us in ways we couldn’t have anticipated. Creating a pre-order option and contactless drive-thru for pick-ups has been a great addition to our market. We’ve tried to handle the challenges with as much grace as possible and feel we’ve excelled at being flexible. How could we have anticipated the hurdles and other obstacles? In truth, it is the leadership of our board and steering committee that has helped us persevere. In addition to that, fabulous staff and volunteers make the market run smoothly. That and a bit of humor and cookies, and the market will come away from this better than ever!

We greatly appreciate everyone who has shown up to make this season great. Whether you’ve lent your physical strength, a sounding board for ideas, or supported us financially, we thank you. We couldn’t do this without you.

Farm to Table has always been about connecting our vendors to the local community. During the days leading up to the auction and during it, you’ll see short videos about our vendors as we continue to build those connections between our great donors and our wonderful market.

Thank you again, and enjoy the auction!

Melissa McAlpine,
Executive Director

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Bidding will begin on Friday, September 11 at 6 AM!

Part II

You’ll love this brown and black woven basket with a gray plush throw and wooden star home décor donated by Cindy & Don Heimos.

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This cute basket from Little Red Wagon Designs includes a variety of signs perfect for your kitchen or porch, plus a galvanized bucket with red cabbage and a cute wooden watermelon.

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A fall hoodie in gray, size medium and a “Cranky without Hot Chocolate” mug is perfect for your friend or family member who is ecstatic about fall’s arrival. Donated by Allen Foundations.

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A fall basket from D & S Fence with a wreath, scarecrows, assorted signs on metal and wood, along with a fall candle.

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This basket donated by D & S Fence contains everything you need for your new or old pooch. The basket includes a collar, leash, shampoo, a treat jar, flea spray, a blanket and several toys & treats!

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Donated by Barnhart Industries, this is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. The set includes a blanket, pillow, and bag, along with a Mr. Huggers monkey for snuggling.

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This might be perfect for a college student who is heading home later this fall and has failed to maintain their vehicle all semester! The $45 gift certificate was donated by Valvoline Express Care in DeSoto.

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This gift includes two wicker storage baskets, a large plush throw measuring 50″ by 60″, and a cute wooden apple. Donated by Al & Terri Walker

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Just to prove that summer lives beyond Labor Day, we have this green insulated cooler bag, hangable thermos, and brightly colored beach towel. Don’t worry! None of these items magically disappears when fall begins. Donated by Linda & Joe Bean.

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This statement piece would look great on your mantle or along your dining table. The three glass bottles measure 11″ and are filled with olive branches that might make a great gift for someone you need to make peace with. Donated by Al & Terri Walker.

Bidding will begin on Friday, September 11 at 6 AM!

Part I

This gift includes a $30 gift certificate, a black Pog’s shirt (size large), a white drinking cup with the famous clown, a handy chip clip, and red logo frisbee all donated by our favorite pizza joint: Pogolino’s.

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This kids’ activity basket donated by Pat Hay and Bruce King gives you a great start on your Grandma Camp or as a gift for a special kid or teacher. Included are a St. Louis Cardinals dry erase board, 2 Magic Towels, a colorful backpack, 2 canvas boards, John Deer playing cards, a 24 pc. Mickey Mouse Puzzle, 3 pounds of gummy bears, assorted craft rollers, paint brushes, a bucket of over 800 stickers, and more!

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This handmade Frogs Hair Basket is a design called Resting Wine and comes with a semi-dry bottle of locally made apple Riesling that isn’t too sweet and not too dry. It’s the perfect item for anyone needing some liquid therapy in a superb package!

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This adorable baby boy’s quilt measures approximately 47″ by 35.5″, and is the perfect gift for anyone expecting a COVID baby. This baby quilt was donated by Sew You Say.

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When it is time to relax, you’ll be looking for this 1 hour massage donated by Mandy Jo Foster.

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Hand made hooks and a cluster of grapes make a great statement and a great place to hang your coat. This was made by our local blacksmith at Scrub Oak Forge.

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Hand turned wooden bowl made by a local market legend! This bowl is made of cherry and approximately 13″ in diameter.

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Hand turned bowl in walnut made by Terry Eiler. It is approximately 13″ in diameter and beautifully crafted.

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Another offering by Terry Eiler, this bowl is approximately 10.5″ in diameter. The wood is Amur Corkwood that was sourced from the Botanical Gardens.

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This hand turned bowl in maple made by Terry Eiler is approximately 7″ in diameter, and the perfect addition to your fall table.