Student entrepreneurs at Holy Rosary High School (HRHS) are preparing to showcase their talents and diverse cultures at the school’s fourth annual farmers market later this month.
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The market will take place May 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the school, featuring roughly 30 vendors. Visitors will find a wide array of student-made goods, including pottery, homegrown plants, crafts, crochet items and baked goods.
Holy Rosary teacher Becky Grassl said the event has grown significantly over the last four years, serving as an important confidence builder for the youth.
“Teenagers sometimes get a bad reputation, but how incredible is it that these are business owners,” Grassl said, noting that she gets emotional seeing the students take risks to share their passions.
“These are fabulous kids that put themselves out there. They take a challenge, they take a risk, they share something of themselves and we just hope the community welcomes it.”
New to the market this year is a dedicated international food section, where students from various backgrounds will prepare and sell authentic cultural dishes.
Jayda Hill, a Grade 12 student and member of the Student Leadership Council, said she is particularly excited to try authentic Ukrainian food prepared by newcomers at the school.
“For them to feel comfortable enough to share their culture with us is just really special and it really does help bring the sense of community,” Hill said.
“Everyone and their dogs needs to come out and support these students.”
In addition to the vendor tables, the afternoon will feature live entertainment, with two Holy Rosary student musicians alternating performances throughout the event.
While organizers hope to hold the market outdoors to catch the eye of passersby, Grassl noted the event will move indoors if conditions mimic the heavy winds experienced last year.
Organizers advise shoppers to arrive early before popular items sell out. While some student vendors will accept e-transfers or card tap options, attendees are strongly encouraged to bring cash.
Admission to the market is free and the event is open to all residents of Lloydminster and the surrounding region.
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