Library Markets
Let us help you shop — or sell your wares — locally during the year!
Small Business Saturday Holiday Market @ Kirby Branch
Summer Reading Farmers Market @ SOKY Center
Locally Made Market @ SOKY Center
WCPL is very passionate about local farmers, artists, and crafters, and helping them extend their reach to our local community. We host several markets throughout the year, two one-day events (with a small fee or no fee to our vendors), as well as a Summer Reading Farmers Market series, which takes place every Saturday during the months of June and July. See below for details.
Locally Made Market: 3/28/26
Market Details:
Date: Saturday, March 28
Hours: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: SOKY Center Pavillion (636 Center Street)
Parking: Free parking at Stadium Park Plaza parking garage
The window for vendor applications is closed.
Shoppers will discover unique, locally made goods at this Easter/spring-themed Locally Made Market under the pavillion at SOKY Center! Talented makers, artisans, crafters, and authors will showcase one-of-a-kind handmade or handwritten treasures. Shopper will also enjoy spring-themed activities for all ages, including a visit from the Easter bunny, an egg hunt, and musical presentations by WKU theater department! Join us at SOKY Center for a vibrant, community-driven shopping experience!
Summer Reading Farmers Market 2026
Summer Reading Farmers Market Details
This weekly Saturday market is for local farmers/growers, crafters/artisans, and food trucks. All products sold must be made/created/authored by you or your small business. You must provide your own unique products to sell. Items sold should be library and family friendly. (If you have specific questions about this, reach out to leas@warrenpl.org.)
Additional Details:
- Location: @ SOKY Center (link to page)
- Dates: Every Saturday in June and July (minus July 4) and August 1; 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Applications: Now open for farmers & growers (homegrown items) and makers & crafters.
- NOTE: Applications will open soon food trucks.
More information can be found at SOKY Center’s web site including:
Applications Open: Farmers/Growers
Applications Open: Makers & Crafters
Application: Food Trucks
Application: Kids as Entrepreneurs Day (July 18)
The Summer Reading Market is more than a farmers market—it’s a celebration of community, healthy living, and the joy of reading. Hosted under the SOKY Pavilion during the warmer months, the market brings together local growers, makers, and library programming in one lively, family-friendly space. During June and July, folks can shop fresh produce, discovered local goods, and enjoy pop-up storytimes, free activities, and special events designed to keep all ages reading and thriving all summer long.
Market Questions
Email Program Lead Léa Schenk at leas@warrenpl.org with any questions.
Local Market Opportunities
Summer Reading Farmers Market
- @ SOKY Center (link to page)
- Dates: Every Saturday in June and July (minus 7/4), ending August 1; 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Locally Made Market
- @ SOKY Center
- Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Small Business Saturday Holiday Market
- @ Bob Kirby Branch Library
- Date: The Saturday following Thanksgiving
