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Monmouth County Farmers Markets To Check Out: 2021 Guide
It's the perfect season for fresh produce. Check out where you can find a farmer's market in Monmouth County.
MONMOUTH COUNTY - Summer is quickly approaching, which means local farmers markets will be popping up across Monmouth County. Since the coronavirus pandemic hit local businesses hard, it's the perfect time to support these local businesses, farmers, and artisans.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the pandemic also brought new challenges to food security and that having access to healthy food options "are an important part of overall physical and mental health" during this time.
The CDC states that outdoor farmers markets are a "lower risk shopping option" that benefits both shoppers and the community. Guidelines include mask-wearing, social distancing, and maintaining good hygiene.
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So if you're looking to buy fresh produce from a local farmers market, check out this list of all the locations in the area:
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What to expect: Baked goods, local artists, handcrafted items, plants, flowers, dog treats, spices, apparel and more.
Where: Kennedy Park (on Cookman Ave next to Ivan & Andys)
When: Saturdays (starting May 8) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Contact: (732) 481-4691
Bell Works Fresh Farmers & Makers Market (Holmdel)
What to expect: Over 20 local vendors offering handcrafted items, beauty supplies, apparel, baked goods, fresh produce (starting in May) and art.
Where: The Block at Bell Works (101 Crawfords Corner Rd.)
When: Wednesdays through December from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Contact: (732) 481-4691
Downtown Freehold Farmers Market (Freehold)
What to expect: Locally-grown produce, seasonal crops, baked goods, honey, flowers and more. Accepts EBT and SNAP.
Where: Freehold Hall of Records
When: July 3 - October TBA, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Contact: (732) 333-0094
Galleria Red Bank Farmers Market (Red Bank)
What to expect: Freshly grown produce as well as artisan crafts and local eats.
Where: 2 Bridge Avenue (Corner of Bridge Ave. & West Front Street)
When: Open Sundays from May 9 to Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: (732) 530-7300
Howell Farmers Market (Howell)
What to expect: A wide array of baked goods, dips, deli items, coffee, soaps, candles, jewelry and apparel.
Where: 4567 Route 9 North
When: April 25 - October 31, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Contact: managerhowellfarmersmarket@gmail.com
Marlboro Farmers Market (Marlboro)
What to expect: A selection of produce, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, bread, dips, dog treats, microgreens and more.
Where: 444 Route 520
When: June 13 - October 31, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: mfm@marlboro-nj.gov
Did we miss your favorite local farmers market? Comment your favorite below or email nicole.rosenthal@patch.com.
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