Young Entrepreneur Institute

It's always so inspiring to see young entrepreneurs at work!

Another busy weekend ahead for seven young entrepreneurs.

Check out a new farmers market this weekend and meet some student business owners.

SATURDAY July 11

Heart of Willoughby and Willoughby Outdoor Market
8AM-12PM
Monty's Magic Treasure: bracelets, jars, shells

Chardon Square Family Market
8:30AM -1:30PM
J+M Rainbow products

North Union Farmers Market
Shaker Square Farmers Market
8:00AM -12:00PM
Dubai Chocolate CLE

Hudson Ohio Farmers Market
9AM -12:30PM
Molly's One Stop Self-Care Shop

Geauga Fresh Farmers' Market
9AM-12:00PM
Shank Battle & Roll

Crocker Park Farmers Market
9:00AM -1:00PM
Kaleidoscope Kandi

SUNDAY July 12
Legacy Village Farmers Market
9:00AM -12:00PM
Ciara’s Crafts

Today was one of those days where you could actually see confidence growing. Students worked together, solved problems, shared ideas, and stepped up on stage to pitch in front of a full auditorium.

YEI was proud to partner with YSS and APS as part of 5th Quarter Success and help students experience what entrepreneurship education looks like in action: creativity, teamwork, communication, and the courage to share your idea.

☀️ Lakewood, we’re open! 🌿🍒

Stop by Madison Park until 1 PM for juicy cherries, sweet blueberries, vine-ripened tomatoes, crisp green beans, rhubarb, fresh herbs, artisan breads, local spices, handcrafted goods, and so much more.

Be sure to check out the amazing Young Entrepreneur Institute and support the next generation of local makers while you’re here! 💚

📍 Madison Park
🕙 Open today until 1 PM

💳 SNAP/EBT is accepted and matched up to $25 through Produce Perks. WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits are also welcome.

Kids’ Art Mart is back! Apply now!

Our friends at ArtsinStark and
Enrichment Arts Education Center is bringing back this kid-focused art market for a second year.

Students in grades 5–12 can apply to sell their handmade work at this youth maker marketplace.

EN-RICH-MENT Education Center + ArtsinStark
1001 Market Ave. N (Downtown Canton)
Saturday, August 15, 2026
10 AM–1 PM

Applications are due July 15, 2026.

Save this + share with a young artist or maker!

Apply here - >

Kids’ Art Mart | ArtsinStark, Stark County’s Arts Council EN-RICH-MENT and ARTSinSTARK are proud to present the second annual Kids’ Art Mart, a vibrant marketplace designed to uplift and showcase young artists and makers, on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Tomorrow, Saturday, June 13th, stop by your local farmers market and support local, student businesses! The following young entrepreneurs selling under the YEM tents:

Willoughby Outdoor Farmers Market
Charlie with Lumios Candles

Geauga Fresh Farmers' Market
South Russell Village Hall
Amelia with Cozy Crochet
Ciara’s Crafts - braclets, necklaces, keychains, earrings, (pictured)

Hudson Clock Green | Main Street
Collin with Celiacing Around the Kitchen - gluten-free bakery.

Missed this month's Educator Power Hour? We've got good news! You can watch the recording from our June Educator Power Hour (AND past sessions) on our website.

YEI Power Hours are a series of free monthly webinars designed to provide educators with the tools and connections they need to bring entrepreneurship lessons and activities to K-12 students in the classroom and out-of-school.

This month's edition focused on creative learning that builds entrepreneurial mindsets. We heard from Jaikaran Sawhny and Roshni Sawhny from StoryPie and Ben Colas from Forest City Academy.

You can see the recording here: https://www.youngentrepreneurinstitute.org/resources/power-hour-episodes