NIH Community Markets
Brought to You by the NIH Recreation & Welfare Association
March – October – Tuesdays at Bldg. 10 South Lawn – 10am – 2pm
November – February – Tuesdays at Bldg. 10 South Lobby – 10am – 2pm
Interested in joining our market? Please review the following pages and fill out the necessary information
NIH Farmers Market Agreement 2018– This agreement is not for Jewelry, Clothing and Craft vendors. Please see our Daily Merchant Vending Page for that agreement
NIH Community Market Application
Once completed and returned, your application will be reviewed and you will be notified of a decision within 7-14 business days.
Shop from a wide selection of goods including produce, breads and cookies, olive oils, gourmet pickles, cupcakes, teas, spices, fresh flowers and more. Additional merchants will be added. Please come show your support. You can expect to see the following merchants at the R&W Community Market this year:
Food Trucks (March – October)
Food Trucks are limited to a select quantity each year. If you are interested in bringing your truck to NIH contact David Browne. Pre-approved trucks may also be invited to additional NIH events on the NIH Campus. Events coordinated by the R&W outside of NIH do not require pre-approval and anyone may be contacted regarding interest.
Please note that menu items and prices may change.
Produce:
Apple Valley
Purchase a variety of apples, apple butters, jams, and ciders. Cash/Check/Charge
Dodo Farms
A One Acre Certified Naturally Grown produce farm based in Montgomery County MD. Featuring a wide variety of in-season fresh and delicious produce. (Returning Spring 2020)
Eats & Treats:
RavenHook Bakehouse
Will offer the highest quality of artisan breads, from Cheddar Jalapeno to Rustic Italian, and all-natural sweets like cookies, scones, and pound cakes as well as specialty items for different occasions. Between grain forward breads, seasonal sweets and special jams there is something for everyone.
The Caramel Kettle
Handcrafted popcorn and sweet treats…one batch at a time. We specialize in kettle corn, specialty flavored popcorn, and a variety of seasonal treats that are just right for special occasions, gifts and every day.
Cupcakes Lounge
Has a dynamic selection of cupcakes and confections for any occasion. No matter what there is always a reason to indulge in the experience of Cupcakes Lounge! All products are made by hand and attention to detail is as important to Cupcakes Loungeas it is to their customers. Products contain as much local eggs and fruits as possible. Cupcakes Lounge looks to give customers the simple pleasures of good taste and reminds everyone…there’s always room for dessert! Cash/Charge – Tuesdays & Thursdays
Tag Team Kitchen
Offers a wide variety of fully-baked pizza crusts in small and large sizes to suit any taste. We can set you up to create your own pizzas at home with our pizza kits of sauce and a shredded cheese blend. Try our classic crust, 100% whole wheat crust, crusts made with seasonal, locally grown produce, or gluten and grain-free options. (Returning in Spring 2020)
Eat Ojas
Freshly made energy bars and bites. Real ingredients, taste, and flavor! Products are vegan and contain no soy, preservatives, chemicals, dairy, artificial flavors or protein powders.
The Chocolatiers Palette
Delicious gourmet fudge and Belgian chocolate. Fudge is preservative, gluten, corn syrup and artificial flavor free. Cash/Charge (Bi-weekly)
Chocolate Moonshine
Offers over 40 flavors of Artisan Chocolate Bars, each hand painted with French Cocoa Butter. Create their own personalized 10-piece or 20-piece gift box assortment. All are low in sugar, gluten-free, made with Belgian and French chocolates with natural and organic ingredients, including fresh fruits and roasted nuts.
Phil’s Dills
Choose from a variety of pickles including horseradish dill, fire garlic (slices and whole pickle), garlic (slices and spears), dill (slices and whole) and spicy sweet dill. Quart containers – 1 for $8 or 2 for $15 Cash/Charge (Returning Spring 2020)
Health & Nutrition:
Pinkava Coffee
PINKAVA Coffee Company is a coffee micro-roastery and coffee bar in Capitol Heights, Maryland, founded by a young breast cancer survivor. Built upon one simple principle – Drink great coffee. Do greater things™ and driven by their mission of bringing awareness to the challenges faced by young women impacted by breast cancer and inspiring STRONGER, BOLDER, BETTER™ living.
All Things Olive
Focusing on small, family-owned farms in California, All Things Olive offers a wide variety of extra virgin olive oils, along with barrel-aged wine vinegars from Napa Valley and a variety of balsamic vinegars from Italy. Cash/Charge (Returning March 2020)
Randalia Bee Hives
Beekeepers from the Eastern Shore. We sell local raw honey, cream honey, pollen, blueberry, orange blossom and buckwheat raw honey. We offer our hand crafted beeswax candles, bar soap, infused botanical liquid soap, beeswax body salves(propolis, emu, neems, mango, lavender,arnica), body lotions, lip balms, tints, salt scrubs, natural deodorants, and organic tea. Please stop by and enjoy are gifts from nature.
Shafa Blends
Shafa Blends is a woman-owned, family-run tea and spice company offering hand-crafted specialty tea, spice, herbal, and salt blends in small batches. “Shafa” means “healing” in Farsi; we create blends that make you better.
Pet Treats:
Sweet Paws Dog Bakery
Offering all natural, handmade, limited ingredient treats that are easy to break and easy to eat. Products have uniquely crafted recipes developed for a variety of dogs’ tastes and dietary limitations. Bi-Weekly beginning January 21st.
Home & Office Decor:
M&M Plants
A locally owned plant and cut flower business which grows Annuals & Bedding plants, Perennials, and Cut Flowers. Cash/Charge –
Ahh…Candles
produces highly scented and long burning handpoured candles, aromatic wax beads and therapeutic neckwraps made with essential oils.
Special Appearances:
B.L.A.C.K. specializes in licensed Negro League, Tuskegee Airmen, and Buffalo Soldier clothing
Bouaze Pierre is an accomplished master tailor who’s work is described as a blend of triumph and fashion creativity. His superior tailoring services and bespoke products are extremely rare and composed from only the best fabrics from around the world. Each piece is designed with artistry, quality, craftsmanship, and purpose. No matter the task(big or small), Bouaze is exited with the opportunity to assist clients in helping to create their own masterpiece. Please email Bouazepierresuits@gmail.com to schedule a private consultation.
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Health and Wellness:
Sang’s Chiropractic and NIH Blood Bank
Jewelry and Misc.:
Lazaro Jewelry, The Fashnique, Bracelet 4 Cancer, LuLaRoe, Nita Creations, Jamie Agins Art Glass Jewelry, Native Spirit, T-Mobile, Distinctive Accessories and Apparel, B.L.A.C.K., HomeFix Custom Remodeling, RareGlo Organic Shea Products, D’s Exquisite Finds, Native Spirit
If you have a suggestion for the market or regarding our current selection, email David at browned2@mail.nih.gov. Use the #NIHCommunityMarket on Twitter.