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By Rama K. Ramaswamy
The Wellesley Farmers Market is back and opens on Saturday, June 4, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., on the lawn of the Unitarian Universalist Church at 309 Washington Street, through October 15. On June 4, there will be live music by Andrew DiMarzo and kids will be entertained by balloon animal artists at the Needham Bank tent. Furthermore, free sweet market logo shopping bags, sponsored by Wellesley Bank, will be handed out to attendees, first-come, first-served. This year’s farmers market is expected to be bigger and better than ever, with fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheeses, baked goods and more expected.
Phyllis Theermann, Wellesley Green Schools and Sustainable Wellesley, says, “the market, anchored with 75 different crops grown down the road at Tangerini Spring Street Farm, will offer a range of local delicacies, so come weekly to enjoy the variety!”
According to Elizabeth of Copicut Farms, “we know that the folks of Wellesley are committed supporters of local food, we are delighted to become a part of that community by bringing our pasture-raised poultry and pork to the market this season.” The Farmers Market has a new Marketing Manager, Rachel. Her interest in cooking began in her teens. A desire to perfect her pie crust and cheesecake morphed into a more general interest in food, nutrition and health, and their impact on people and society. This passion ultimately led to a master’s degree in domestic food policy from Tufts University. An enthusiastic and adventurous cook and fervent locavore, Rachel is looking forward to a season of solid growth at the Farmers market.
This year’s Farmers Market season is generously hosted by the UU Wellesley, with the Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts acting as fiscal agent, and funded in part by a variety of local sponsors. Throughout the season, please look for market programs from local nonprofit groups, with special events designed to engage and delight shoppers of all ages. The Market has plenty of parking, and is a reasonable walk or bike ride from many neighborhoods, bus stops and train stations. According to Sustainable Wellesley, “Wellesley Farmers Market supports local food growers and producers, celebrates seasonal, local and sustainably grown foods, fosters community, leads the local food movement and compliments Wellesley's sustainability movement.”
Want to know what is happening each week? Follow the market on Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter or email wellesleyfarmersmarket@gmail.com to receive the newsletter that lists what farmers and vendors are bringing during the season.
