The Green Goddess Collective will hold its first market of the season on Thursday, March 19, kicking off a series of weekly events supporting Fallon’s local entrepreneurs. Markets will run most Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. through October, offering residents a chance to shop locally and strengthen community ties.
The nonprofit organization is dedicated to promoting local businesses and makers. “When you come here to the Green Goddess, you're supporting local entrepreneurs, and you're supporting our community,” said Karen Nichols, a founder of the collective.
Vendors at the markets offer a wide range of products, including baked goods, fresh produce, flowers, crafts, and other handmade items. Most products are made directly in Fallon, underscoring the group’s commitment to keeping things “hyperlocal.”
In addition to regular Thursday markets, the collective will host special events throughout the year. A spring seedling sale is scheduled for May, featuring around 40 vendors. A large seasonal market will take place in October, with additional holiday markets planned around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
The Green Goddess Collective also aims to provide educational opportunities by offering hands-on classes in traditional skills. Upcoming sessions may include soapmaking, sourdough bread baking, and other crafts taught by vendors. Classes are expected to be held every other month, with schedules to be posted on the collective’s website once finalized.
Founded by local community members with backgrounds in agriculture and horticulture—including Kimberly Urso of Yellow Petal Flower Farm, Stacy Fisk of Fisk Family Farms, Jamie Sammons, a horticulture teacher at Churchill County High School, and Karen Nichols of Cherry Dog Orchards—the collective seeks to support growers, makers, and small businesses while fostering connections among community members.
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