Lawrence Farmers Markets
Press Release
Check out the Farmers Market Press Release covering the start of our 2010 season!
Announcing Groundwork Lawrence New Locations and Times for Farmers Markets!
In addition to our regular Wednesday Downtown Lawrence Farmers Market, which this year will take place from 9 am to 4 pm on Appleton Way beginning July 7th, Groundwork Lawrence is pleased to announce that it will be offering a Saturday Farmers Market beginning July 10th in partnership with Greater Lawrence Family Health Center as well as a Tuesday evening market starting on July 6th. The Saturday market will run from 9 am to 1 pm at 216 Lawrence Street, in a parking lot at the corners of Lawrence and Park Streets and directly across from the Greater Lawrence Family Health Center's north clinic. The Tuesday evening market will be at McGovern Train Station from 4-7:30pm. Come to all of our markets to pick up some fresh, affordable produce and meet a local farmer!
What:
Fresh, healthy, delicious local fruits, vegetables, baked goods, jams, jellies, art, crafts, and more!
When & Where:
Tuesdays at McGovern Train Station, 211 Merrimack Street
4 - 7:30 pm, July 6th to October 26th
Wednesdays at Appleton Way (between Essex and Common Streets, and next to City Hall)
9 am - 4 pm, July 7th to October 27th
Now Serving Richardson's Free Ice Cream from 1-2 pm at the Groundwork Lawrence Tent!
Saturdays at 216 Lawrence Street (parking lot at the corner of Lawrence &Park Streets across from GLFHC)
9 am - 1 pm, July 10th to August 28th (closing date may be extended)
Why:
Because food that's grown close to home is better for you, better for your community, and better for the environment. Get some fresh produce at a great price and connect with other market-goers and with growers!
Interested in being a vendor at one of our markets?
Please download and fill in the following documents: 2010 Farmers Market Guidelines and Agreement Form 2010 Agricultural Vendor Product Availability List 2010 Prepared Food and Arts and Craft Vendor Product Availability List Contact Janel for more information at 978-974-0770. Wednesday September 16 at 1 PM - Cooking with the Commissioners! Starting at 1:00, the first 25 SNAP participants to spend at least $5 in SNAP benefits will receive an additional $5 to make purchases at the farmers’ market that day! More about SNAP/Food Stamp Benefits at the Lawrence Farmers Market here. The Downtown Lawrence Farmers Market has once again set up shop at Appleton Way next to City Hall (between Essex and Common Streets) this summer so that customers can purchase fresh-picked, nutrient-packed, seasonal produce and goods while supporting local area farms! Now in its 15th season, from 8am to 2pm every Wednesday through October 28th, the market features three farms—Riverdale Farm of Groton, Boston Hill Farm of North Andover, and Brox Farm of Dracut. Vendors selling their usual array of colorful fruits and vegetables, with the addition of farm fresh eggs, homemade breads, local honey, and delicious baked goods. Be sure to check out the art and crafts for sale by local artists, pick up information about upcoming events, resources, and local organizations, and learn nutritional tips, such as flavorful recipes. All farmers accept SNAP/Food Stamps/EBT as well as debit, credit, and cash; WIC and senior coupons are also welcome. Please come and enjoy the sights, tastes, and smells of summer with us! For any questions or concerns, or for more information, email Janel (Market Manager) at Groundwork Lawrence or call her at 978.974.0770.
Lawrence Farmers Market to Host DTA & DAR Joint Press Conference!
On Wednesday, September 16th, you are invited to join Commissioner Scott Soares (Department of Agricultural Resources) and Commissioner Julia Kehoe (Department of Transitional Assistance) for a special announcement about a new partnership to bring increased EBT access to Massachusetts Farmers’ Markets, followed by a free cooking demonstration. DAR and DTA are teaming up to make Farmers’ Markets across Massachusetts more accessible to residents with Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. With EBT access, you can buy fresh produce with your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps)! Brought to you by DAR, DTA, Groundwork Lawrence, and UMass Extension. Get the flyer here.Spend $5, Get $5 Extra!
Buy Your Local Fresh Produce at the Lawrence Farmers Market!
About SNAP/Food Stamp Benefits at the Lawrence Farmers Market
The Downtown Lawrence Farmers Market, managed by GWL since 2006, started operating a wireless EBT terminal in 2007. It was chosen to host the joint press conference based on its high-ranking SNAP/Food Stamp sales within the state of Massachusetts-which this year alone has seen a 180% increase - with GWL's efforts to increase low-income residents' access to fresh, local, and nutritious produce. It is a major focus for not only the Downtown Lawrence Farmers Market but for all of our community food programs to ensure that healthy, sustainably-produced food is getting into the hands of the low-income Lawrence residents who need it the most as they strive to stem the tide of diet-related disease on a limited budget and to build a healthier community where local farmers and local economy benefit and thrive. We are honored to have been chosen to host the press conference, and thrilled to see Massachusetts take a step closer to increasing equal access to farm-fresh food!
- Join us in our 15th year of the market!
- It's open Wednesdays, from July 8th through October 28th, between 8am and 2pm.
- The market is located on Appleton Way, between Essex & Common Sts. at City Hall (200 Common St.)
- We accept WIC, Famers Market Coupons, EBT, and All Credit and Debit Cards
See coverage and photos of the market:
- The Eagle Tribune covers the 2008 Season
- The Eagle Tribune - Farmers and Shoppers Cope with Rising Prices
- The Boston Globe - Buying Local, Eating Fresh - see photos of the market and listen to one of Live Lawrence's Summer Concert performers, Inca Son.
- View Photos
