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July 29 – August 3, 2025
Summer is at its sweetest during Watermelon Week at Shady Maple Farm Market! From Monday, July 29 through Saturday, August 3, we’re serving up juicy deals, mouthwatering recipes, and plenty of inspiration centered around one of the season’s most refreshing fruits: watermelon!
A Week-Long Watermelon Celebration
Stop by the market all week long for:
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Special watermelon-themed items and savings featured in our weekly ad
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Creative, must-try watermelon recipes perfect for summer meals and snacks
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Tips and tricks—including a video on how to pick the perfect melon
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Locally sourced watermelons from Lancaster County’s finest growers
Whether you’re shopping for a cookout, meal prepping, or just craving something cool and crisp, Watermelon Week is full of flavor and fun.
Recipes You’ll Love: Sweet, Savory & Surprising
Looking to try something new with your favorite summer fruit? Check out these deliciously different watermelon creations:
Watermelon & Short Rib Street Tacos
A bold blend of tender short ribs and a zingy watermelon salsa, these tacos deliver a burst of sweet and savory in every bite.
Pan-Seared Flounder with Watermelon Salsa
Light, flaky flounder topped with a vibrant mix of watermelon, cucumber, and lime—it’s the perfect easy dinner with a gourmet twist.
Pastrami & Grilled Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint
This unexpected combo of smoky pastrami, grilled watermelon, creamy feta, and fresh mint—drizzled with balsamic glaze—makes a refreshing and flavor-packed salad.
Watermelon Banana Nut Bread Smoothie
Your favorite breakfast, now in smoothie form! Blend banana nut bread with watermelon, banana, yogurt, and milk for a quick and satisfying drink. Customize with peanut butter, cinnamon, or protein powder.
Watermelon Ice Cream Topping
Sweet, fruity, and just a little tangy—this homemade watermelon sauce is amazing served warm or chilled over ice cream.
Watermelon & Peanut Butter Bites
Sweet meets salty in this simple snack: crisp cubes of watermelon topped with peanut butter and sea salt. Try them fresh, skewered, blended in smoothies, or even frozen for a fun twist!
How to Pick the Perfect Watermelon
Not sure how to choose a good one? We’ve got you covered! Watch our quick video guide and learn the simple tips to make sure your watermelon is ripe, juicy, and ready to enjoy!
🍉 Don’t Miss Watermelon Week!
Come celebrate the sweetest week of the summer with us at Shady Maple Farm Market, July 29–August 3. From savings to recipes to summertime fun, you’ll find everything you need to make the most of watermelon season.
📍 Shady Maple Farm Market
🕖 Monday–Saturday, 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
🌐 shady-maple.com/event/watermelon-week
