Ice Cream in a Bag Activity at Hixson Community Farmers Market — Free Dairy Month Celebration June 6th
As June kicks off across the Sequatchie Valley, Hamilton County 4-H is bringing a hands-on celebration of National Dairy Month to one of the region’s most popular weekend gathering spots. The event highlights the importance of local dairy farming to Hamilton County’s agricultural heritage while offering families a chance to connect with farmers at the market.
On Saturday, June 6th, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Hixson Community Farmers Market will host a free Ice Cream in a Bag activity led by Lillian, Hamilton County’s Dairy Month Chairperson. Visitors of all ages will learn how dairy products transform into a homemade frozen treat while shaking and making their own ice cream on-site. The activity is designed for both kids and adults, making it an ideal family-friendly outing during the farmers market’s regular hours.
Beyond the ice cream activity, attendees will have the opportunity to speak with Lillian about the role dairy plays in local agriculture and nutrition. The event combines education with hands-on fun, allowing market visitors to support local farmers while celebrating a staple of Tennessee farming. No registration is required—simply stop by the market during the event window to participate.
What to Know Before You Go
- Arrive between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6th at the Hixson Community Farmers Market to participate in the free Ice Cream in a Bag activity.
- No registration is required—simply stop by the market during the event window to participate in the ice cream-making activity.
- Bring the whole family, as the hands-on ice cream activity is designed for both kids and adults of all ages.
- Plan to shake and make your own ice cream on-site while learning about the role of dairy in local agriculture and nutrition from Lillian, Hamilton County’s Dairy Month Chairperson.
Related Businesses
Orchard House Creamery
Local dairy producer offering raw jersey cow milk, directly relevant to National Dairy Month celebration and local dairy farming heritage highlighted in the event.
Dunlap Farmers Market
Community-centered farmers market similar to Hixson Community Farmers Market, representing the type of local agricultural marketplace where dairy farmers connect with consumers.
Signal Mountain Farmers Market
Regional farmers market dedicated to connecting local farmers and producers directly with consumers, similar venue type for agricultural community engagement.
Udder Yum Ice Cream Shoppe
Local ice cream parlor in Dunlap offering ice cream products, directly relevant to the ice cream-making activity and dairy product celebration.
Agricultural Extension Services
Sequatchie County Extension Office provides agricultural education and outreach, aligns with Hamilton County 4-H’s educational mission for the Dairy Month event.
Wildflowers Farm
Local Dunlap farm employing sustainable practices and providing community education, represents the type of family-friendly agricultural venue supporting local farming heritage.
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