Community Corner
Ellington Farmers Market Moves Back To Arbor Park
Market organizers are pleased to return to the quaint shaded setting of Arbor Park for the remainder of the season through Oct. 17th
The Ellington Farmers’ Market is back at the quaint country setting of Arbor Park for the remainder of the outdoor season, Saturday mornings from 9-12 through October 17th. Over 35 vendors are participating with an incredible selection of farm products, seafood, prepared foods, baked goods, gluten free and vegan options, and bath and body products. Customers can once again enjoy live music while shopping the market. Adjustments have been made for a safe outdoor shopping environment. All customers are asked to kindly wear masks and adhere to 6-foot social distancing.
The market has three programs helping low income seniors and families obtain healthy foods and empowering kids to make healthy food choices. The Kids Power of Produce Club has begun and runs through Labor Day. Kids can take home an activity packet and receive a $2 token to purchase fresh produce weekly. The market is matching SNAP dollars up to $20 per week and is also matching Senior Farmers Market and WIC Nutrition Program vouchers. Bring your EBT cards and vouchers to the market booth and receive SNAP tokens and additional vouchers to shop the market.
A complete vendor list along with links for pre-ordering from vendors can be found on the website at www.ellingtonfarmersmarket.com where you can also sign up for the weekly newsletter. As the demand for matching SNAP and Nutrition Program vouchers has increased dramatically, the market is seeking donations to fund these programs. The link to donate can be found on the market website. Any amount to help low income seniors and families obtain healthy foods would be greatly appreciated. To contact the market email:ellingtonfarmersmarket@gmail.com.