First Twilight Farmers Market is a Hit

This past Wednesday evening, the Citadelle Plaza was transformed into an enchanting farmers market. People came from Glendale, Scottsdale, Phoenix and Surprise to enjoy an evening of entertainment, talking and buying produce and baked goods from local, smaller farmers of Arizona or simply to take their dog for a walk!

The award-winning Mountain Ridge High School Sax Choir, under the direction of Michael Warner, filled the air with beautiful music.

The WNBA Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Dancers kicked it up a notch. Vice Mayor, Manny Martinez ran the opening market bell. My favorite was seeing the little kids in the cooking classes with Chef Morgan. They made yummy fruit kabobs with yogurt and sprinkles!

The shops were all open and featured specials, make-up sessions, and champagne for their visitors! The Citadelle Plaza has some of the nicest owners and employees, making shopping, dining or receiving services such a pleasure.

The two restaurants really outdid themselves. Corbin's bar and grill passed around samples of appetizers and Tutti Santi ristorante italiano by Nina brought out a selection of Italian foods including foods from the market growers.

The Citadelle Plaza has truly become 'Glendale's Gathering Spot'. There are 8 weeks left for the summer series of the Twilight Farmers Market. They occur every Wednesday evening from 6-9 pm through July. On June 10, Walt Pitts will be playing and for a special treat, the Rumba Azteca Dance Company and Eze Mambo Latin Dancers will be performing and giving free dance lessons to market visitors.

Chef Morgan is planning another fun dish to be made by the kids and the shops have all kinds of fun activities planned. Be sure not to miss the "Come C What's Haute" section on the west end of the project, Make-up sessions with Zethina and hand massages and quick polishes in front of Indulge Med Spa. And that's just to name a few of the surprises planned.

Come play with us on Wednesday evening!