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Ed has been involved in the organic food movement for over 40 years, and has dedicated his life to introducing people to the benefits of eating organic and making better food and product choices. He also believes that the vegetarian and vegan lifestyle is beneficial for our health and that of our planet.
Ed was one of the founding vendors of the very first season of the Ravinia Farmers Market in 1978, offering 10 varieties of organic sprouts, salads and organic bakery goods. He has been the Ravinia Market Manager since 2017.
Anne has been a contented resident of Highland Park for almost 35 years. She had been a volunteer greeter at the Ravinia Farmer's Market since 2018, where she welcomes enthusiastic customers every Wednesday morning. Anne can’t wait until June rolls around to see YOU at the market!
Robert is a registered landscape architect and the owner of Natural Environments in Lake Zurich. He is also a horticulturist and regenerative agriculture specialist. Robert enjoys running marathons.
Jeff is a lifelong resident of the North Shore and natural living enthusiast. He has 50+ years of experience working and living in Ravinia. Jeff believes “small is better.”
Noah Plotkin is a local musician, event organizer, music wellness facilitator, Ravinia native & community activator, and serves as the Music Coordinator for the Market. Throughout his life Noah has recognized the power of music to unite people of all ages and backgrounds to build strong and sustainable communities. He believes that music is a universal language that reaches across all cultural and demographic boundaries. Noah’s company, Life Rhythms Inc. & The Highland Park Community Foundation organizes & manages the music for our market.
