08/14/2026
A little rain won’t stop us from seeing you at the markets. Our farmers markets happen "rain or shine", so come on out, grab your favorite Tulip Tree cheeses, and say hello! The only exception is SEVERE weather or storms, when safety comes first and a market may be canceled or postponed.
Help Our Neighbors in Wayne County
This week’s storms have hit close to home for me personally.
Wayne County is where I was raised, in Hagerstown, Indiana. The community I grew up in has been hit incredibly hard by the recent storms and flooding, with more than 15 inches of rain reported in parts of the area in just 24 hours.
And Delaware County is also very special to me—I attended Ball State University in Muncie, so I have deep connections to both communities. Seeing the flooding and devastation in places that mean so much to me has been heartbreaking.
If you are able, please consider helping our friends, neighbors, and fellow Hoosiers who are dealing with the aftermath. Whether you donate, volunteer, share resources, or simply check in on someone you know, every little bit helps.
Ways to Help...
Wayne County Foundation — A local community foundation that supports organizations and emerging needs throughout Wayne County.
Donate to the Wayne County Foundation
Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana — Gleaners already has an established network of food assistance partners in Wayne County, including Hagerstown, Richmond, and surrounding communities.
Support Gleaners Food Bank
American Red Cross — Provides disaster relief and emergency assistance to communities affected by disasters.
Support American Red Cross Disaster Relief
If you’re able, please consider giving, sharing, or simply checking in on friends and family in the area. Every bit of support helps. I'll be heading east on Sunday helping where needed.
From our Tulip Tree family to our Wayne County neighbors: we’re thinking of you and pulling for you.
~Laura
Cheese of the Month: Milkweed
This month, we’re celebrating Milkweed, our Alpine-style cheese inspired by the great mountain cheeses of France and Switzerland.
Milkweed is nutty, buttery, and wonderfully savory, with a smooth, firm texture that makes it incredibly versatile. It’s delicious on a cheese board, but it really shines when melted—think grilled cheese, fondue, burgers, or simply melted over vegetables. It's an AMAZING melter!
Whether you’re already a Milkweed fan or haven’t tried it yet, this is the month to put it on your list!
We'll be sampling it at the markets tomorrow so come and take a nibble.
New Classes Just Posted!
We’ve added two new cheesemaking classes to our schedule!
Cheese Pairing Class
Explore the delicious world of cheese pairings and learn how to create combinations that bring out the best in every cheese.
Mozzarella Stretching Class
Get hands-on with fresh mozzarella! You’ll learn the art of stretching mozzarella curd and leave with cheese you stretched yourself—plus plenty of ideas for enjoying it at home.
Both classes are now posted on our website, (https://www.tuliptreecreamery.com/classes/) so grab your spot before they fill up!
We’ll see you at the market, in class, or wherever good cheese brings us together.
Stay cheesy,
Laura & The Tulip Tree Creamery Team**
Saturday Farmers Markets
You can find us at all four of our Saturday markets:
* Carmel Farmers Market
* Broad Ripple Farmers Market
*Garfield Park Farmers Market
* Zionsville Farmers Market
We'll have a great selection of our artisan cheeses, cultured butter, and other creamery favorites available throughout the morning.
Save the Date: Boone County Bites – August 29
Boone County's annual food festival that brings together amazing culinary minds of Boone County for a tasting and sampling event. From savory delights to sweet indulgences, our local lineup of 20+ food vendors will satisfy your taste buds with "bite size" dishes and creations. Along with food samples, there will be live music, cooking demos, a cash bar, and giveaways from vendors. This in-person event promises to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings.
Date(s): August 29, 2026 Time: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Location: Boone County Fairgrounds – The Indiana Farm Bureau Building
Address:
1300 E 100 S
Lebanon, Indiana 46052
We'll be serving an artisan cheese bite, and you'll also have the chance to sample offerings from:
Mike's Meaty Jerky, Bibibop Asian Grill, Boone County Cake Co., Just Love Coffee Café, LILMAR SINUGBA, Shake Shack, Klooz Brewz, Jawbone BBQ, DL Cuisine, Titus Bakery, Julian Coffee Roasters, Bowdie's Chophouse, Get Some Churros, Paws on Tap, Backroads BBQ, Boone County Junction, Aspen Creek Grill, Brick Street Catering, Bakes & Bites, 1830 Chophouse, Hoosier Homestyle, Robin'z Nest, Pickles, and more.
Learn more and get tickets here: Boone County Bites (https://boonechamber.org/event-calendar/ #!event/2026/8/29/boone-county-bites)
This Week's Offerings...
Bloomy & Fresh Cheeses
* Trillium
* Nettle
* Foxglove
* Snapdragon
* Fromage Frais
Favorites & Specialty Items
* Cultured Butter
* Pudding - Cookie Butter
* Fonsdue – back next week!
Aged Cheeses
* Blazing Star
* Dutch Tulip
* Hops
* Larkspur
* Milkweed (Cheese of the Month!)
* Nightshade – it's back!
We'll also have FRESH MOZARELLA and our always-popular SPICY CHEESE CURDS available.
In Every Issue...
Summer Market Schedule
We’re excited for a full lineup of outdoor markets—sunshine, samples, and all the cheese conversations we’ve missed.
Tuesdays (Starting 6/1)
Lebanon Farmers Market | 5–8 PM
Wednesdays
Original Farmers Market (Downtown Indy) | 10 AM – 1:30 PM
SoBro Market (49th & College) | 4:30 - 7:30
Thursdays
Statehouse Market (Starting 5/14 & every other week) | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Westfield Grand Junction | 5–8 PM
Fridays
Yorktown Farm and Artisan Market
Friday Evenings 4:30p-7:30p (weather permitting)
we are participating on 8/21
Saturdays
Broad Ripple | 8 AM – Noon
Carmel | 8 AM – 11:30 AM
Garfield Park | 9 AM – 12:30 PM
Zionsville | 8 AM – 11:30 AM
Sundays
Irvington | 12–3 PM
Only these Sundays: 6/14, 7/12, 8/9, 9/13, 10/11
Here's a link with more details: tuliptreecreamery.com/order-where-to-buy/farmers-markets (https://www.tuliptreecreamery.com/order-where-to-buy/farmers-markets/)
We’re Hiring for Farmers Markets (Saturday mornings) & Shipping (M-F) Team Members -- tell your friends!
If you (or someone you know) enjoys talking to people, sampling delicious cheese, and being part of the happiest corner of a farmers market, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for folks who can work every weekend or every other weekend.
Perks include:
• A fun, upbeat market environment
• Finishing your workday around 2 p.m.
• And yes… the 50% off cheese perk is very real.
There’s something oddly satisfying about waking up early, working a lively market morning, and feeling like you’ve accomplished something before most people have finished brunch.
Check out the “Join Our Team” (https://www.tuliptreecreamery.com/about-us/join-our-team/) page on our website if you’re interested.
Where to Find Tulip Tree Products?
📍Tulip Tree Creamery Cheese Shop (Indy)
Visit us Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 3 PM
🧀 Find Us in Stores
Locally and nationally at:
• The Rejoicing Vine Winery - (just up the road from us)
• Goose the Market & Smoking Goose
• Joe’s Butcher Shop
• Market District
• The Hayloft (Brownsburg)
• Moody’s Butcher Shop
• Grapevine Cottage
• Niemann Harvest Market
• Murray’s Cheese (inside Kroger)
• Needler’s
• Whole Foods
• Eataly (all U.S. locations!)
Click here to see the map of all retailers that sell our products! (https://www.tuliptreecreamery.com/order-where-to-buy/retail-locations/)
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