Farmers Market Dinner

In 2023, the Oak Park Farmers Market became a proud program of the Food Literacy Center. We support local farmers and celebrate the food they grow. This special dinner will showcase the bounty of the local farmers featured at our market.

Event Details

• Date: Thursday, October 24
• Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
• Location: Food Literacy Center

Your ticket to this event helps provide fresh fruits and vegetables to students and families in our community. Together, we’re making healthy food accessible because we want everyone to eat their veggies!

About the Event

Experience an unforgettable three-course meal celebrating the rich flavors of Fall with seasonal produce and artisanal goods from the Oak Park Farmers Market. Start your culinary journey with creative passed appetizers and a signature mocktail. Enjoy a family-style dinner featuring the best of autumn’s bounty, and conclude with a decadent farm-fresh dessert that highlights Northern California’s vibrant harvest.

We’re excited to showcase the culinary talents of these renowned local chefs:

• Chef Craig Takehara & Toki Sawada of
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• Chef Greg Desmanges of
• Chef Yekaterina Balagian of The Dolce Diva
• Chef Kira O’Donnel Babich of

Individual Guest - $100

Your ticket includes:

• Passed appetizers and signature mocktail
• Family-style meal with an array of dishes featuring our market bounty
• Seasonal dessert
• Exclusive swag bag
• No-host bar with harvest-inspired sangria, wine, and craft beer

Don't miss out on this unique culinary experience. Grab your friends and join us for a night of great food, drinks, and company. We can't wait to see you there!

Parking & Arrival

Parking will be available at Leataata Floyd Elementary School and Health Professions High School next door. No parking will be available at Food Literacy Center, except for limited accessible parking. Please contact us at [email protected] to request an accessible parking spot.

Enter the farm through the main gate entrance at the end of McClatchy Way. Event registration will be out front.

Other Ways to Support our Work

Donate: Unable to attend? Support our mission by making a donation online.

Visit: Come shop at the Oak Park Farmers Market, open every Saturday through November 6th! Enjoy fresh, local produce, artisanal goods, and more from our wonderful farmers. Our market will reopen for the 2025 season on Saturday, April 5th.

Volunteer: Want to volunteer at the Oak Park Farmers Market? Email [email protected] to learn more about our volunteer opportunities

Questions? Please contact us at [email protected]

Host or Publisher Food Literacy Center