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                                                  St. Joan of Arc French Market Press Release

September 12, 2020        Noon – 10:00 p.m.

The St. Joan of Arc FRENCH MARKET is a one-day, free-admission outdoor festival featuring authentic French dishes prepared on-site, French wine, live music all day, an artisan craft fair, a raffle, a children’s area and Mass said in the recently restored church at 5:30. 

This year, the FRENCH MARKET responsibly celebrates the 100^th anniversary of the canonization of Saint Joan of Arc and supports the St Joan of Arc traditional primary school and many other community projects. 

Featuring family entertainment and French cuisine, the 30^th annual French Market will be held from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 12 on the grounds of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 Central Avenue in Indianapolis.

To relieve parking and traffic congestion, please consider alternative transportation like the Red Line bus to 42^nd and College, bicycle (we’ll have free secure bike parking at 42^nd and Park) or a ride-sharing service.

Featured bands this year include the Suzuki strings playing the American and French national anthems, Sylvan Archer’s new French band called the Aubergines, Groove Theory and Toy Factory.

Food offerings include Quiche, Escargot en Croute, Oysters, Mussels, Tarte Flambé Alsacian pizza, Boeuf Bourguignon, Crawfish Etouffee, Crab Cakes, Shrimp Bisque, Seafood Crepes, Pommes Frites and Ratatouille.  French Dip roast beef and Provencal chicken sandwiches and BBQ ribs will also be available.  And, of course, French wines by the glass or bottle.

Dessert offerings include Beignets, Cheesecake, Cream Puffs, Chocolate Eclairs, brilliant Macarons and Madeleines.  A bake sale will add to the gourmet selections.

Dozens of artisans will sell artwork, jewelry, apparel and religious items from colorful tents along Park Avenue. 

The French Market Boutique will offer berets, French Market apparel and souvenirs.

Raffle prizes will include cash, a Euro-style scooter, 4 Colts tickets, bicycles and a hand-made quilt.   
The family festival features French-themed children’s activities from noon until 5:00 p.m.

A 5:30 p.m. Mass will be celebrated in the historic newly-restored Meridian-Kessler church constructed in 1929.  Church tours will be held at 1:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m.

For last-minute event information and a photo video from last year, please see the parish website at https://www.sjoa.org/about-french-market, visit the French Market Facebook page or contact the parish office at (317) 283-5508.
 
A truly classy event that’s open to all!   Please, no pets or firearms.