Holy Rosary High School is opening its doors – and its hallways – to the community on May 28 for the fourth annual Makers Market, a student-run event that has grown into one of the school’s most anticipated days of the year.
About 30 young vendors will set up shop from 3:30 to 7 p.m., selling handmade goods, homegrown produce and food rooted in cultures from around the world.
Grade 12 student Jayda Hill said the event exists to give students a real foothold in entrepreneurship.
“It’s there to promote any entrepreneurs that we have within our school and to promote creativity.”
This year’s market includes pottery, canned goods, crochet, baked goods, plants, hair tinsel and braiding – and a new section dedicated to cultural food.
Students are cooking and baking dishes representing Ukrainian, Indigenous, Indian and American-style traditions.
Teacher Becky Grassl said that inclusion matters.
“It’s super important for them to feel like they’re a part of our community and we welcome that in too.”
Two student musicians will perform throughout the afternoon, alternating sets.
The event is held rain or shine. If weather forces it indoors, the market moves inside the school.
Grassl encouraged people to arrive early.
“Come earlier if you can because things sell out because they’re so amazing.”
Payment varies by vendor – most accept cash or e-transfer, and a few have tap. Organizers recommend bringing cash.
The market is open to everyone in the community, whether or not they have a connection to the school.
“It doesn’t matter if you know a Raider or are from Holy Rosary,” Grassl said. “Come.”
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