Dianne, is a life long resident of Ellington CT, having attended Ellington Schools and even doing a 5 year stint at the Ellington Chuck Wagon during high school and college (now that is #ellingtongrown)! She is the Exectutive Director of the Ellington Farmers' Market Inc. and is dedicated to healthy living, healthy foods, and a vibrant community. She is proud to take part in many of the events that keeps this town active and strong. Dianne feels it is important to share uplifting stories about the people, projects and activities in the community and would love to share your stories. Contact Dianne at dtrueb2@gmail.com if you have a story to share.
From Bugs and Bees and Edible Animal Contest to Shortcakes and Zucchini 500 Drag Race. There are fun activities for all at the market
Matching SNAP program and matching Senior and WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program vouchers helps low income families obtain healthy foods.
It looks to be a beautiful Saturday to meet pups available for adoption, visit barnyard animals, and bring your pets for a rabies vaccine
Picnic tables are back and themes have begun. Enjoy live weekly music and more thanks to the lifting of Covid restrictions.
Helping low income families obtain healthy foods is part of the Ellington Farmers Market mission made possible by community support.
The market features forty vendors bringing the best of local and fresh plus live musical entertainment, matching SNAP program and more.
Opening Day of the Ellington Farmers' Market, Fair on the Green, Vintage Flea Market and the Grand Re-Opening of the Nellie McKnight Museum
The outpouring of support from local businesses is helping to make great strides in improving the museum property.
Museum features new exhibits and Nellie's Mercantile on Main offering country, vintage and Ellington themes items plus local artisan wares.
Stock Up Saturday is the final market before a 10 week break in order for farmers to plan and plant for the outdoor summer season.
Market assists local farmers and small food producers and brings a shopping alternative during COVID through innovations and adjustments
The final chance before Christmas to shop for locally grown farm products, a wide variety of specialty foods and local artisan wares
Ellington Farmers' Market and Ellington Historical Society seek donations to support low income families and museum restoration projects.
25 vendors will be bringing the best of local and fresh to the Ellington High School. Face masks and social distancing required.
Over $24,000 was distributed so far to low income families and seniors through matching programs. Matching SNAP continues at winter markets
Oct. 31st is the final outdoor Ellington Farmers Market to match senior and WIC FMNP vouchers and shop 35 vendors for local and fresh items
Final outdoor market to match senior and WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program Vouchers and shop 35 vendors for local and fresh items.
Explore Ellington's rich agricultural history, enjoy live music, visit barnyard babies, decorate a pumpkin, browse the scarecrows and more
New farm exhibit, pumpkin decorating contest, live fiddle music, live barnyard babies, petticoats and pantaloons exhibit, family fun for all
Over $16,500 has been distributed to low income seniors, and families through matching programs. Market extended through Oct. 31st
