Perryville Farmers Market

Volunteers are essential to making the Perryville Farmers Market an enjoyable community event by connecting the agricultural community with local shoppers and residents. n In response to COVID-19, the market is in need of volunteers to help ensure a safe shopping experience for all.

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There are opportunities for:

• Market Day Volunteers:

  • direct vendors to assigned spots as they arrive​

  • assist farmers market shoppers

  • answer questions

  • promote programs and events

  • provide general customer service

  • assist with maintenance of handwashing station

  • assist with setup and breakdown, if present and as requested by vendor

  • help ensure social distancing and mask wearing, and generally help keep the market running smoothly

  • monitor entrance and exit, help direct traffic flow through designated entry and exit points

  • process occasional/daily market vendor applications and take vendor stall payments

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• Communications Volunteers:

  • Raise awareness about market and promote budget-friendly healthy eating with the farmers market.  Depending of volunteer's skills and interests, specific projects may include research, writing, editing, graphic design, photography, video, or website support.​

  • support communications and marketing efforts

  • help update online calendars and publications

  • organize press clippings or photo archive

  • research and/or write articles or other materials for the market

  • update market information on museum website

  • distribute posters and flyers to your favorite cafes, shops, and public places

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