Massachusetts - Farmers Markets

Amherst Farmers Market
Spring Street parking lot, Amherst Center
Amherst, MA  01002
Phone: 570-401-9811

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; April 24-November 20

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The Amherst Farmers’ Market has been in continuous operation for more than 30 years. This market features locally grown vegetables, fruit, cut flowers, herbs and herbal remedies, artisan breads and baked goods. Here you can also find organic pork, lamb, and beef, eggs and cheese, preserves, prepared foods, maple syrup and maple products, honey, bedding plants, perennials, hanging baskets, soaps, agricultural crafts and specialty products.

Great Barrington Farmers Market
Taconic Avenue and Castle Street.
Great Barrington, MA
Phone: 413-528-8950

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; May 8-October 30

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This is a is a 100 percent producer-only market offering a wide assortment of vegetables, soft and stone fruit, sourdough bread, bedding plants, vegetable seedlings, perennials, cut flowers, honey, maple syrup, mushrooms, eggs, dried and fresh lavender, pork, chicken, lamb and beef, sweet and savory baked goods, jams, spreads, dips, and chutney. Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; May through October, 2009

Greenfield Farmers Market
Town Common
Greenfield, MA

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; May 1 --

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fresh locally grown products featuring organic and conventional produce for you along with local craft vendors such as herbal ointments and salves, hand-thrown pottery, handmade portable chicken coops, cutting boards and custom-made furniture pieces, hand-crafted jewelry and more.

Holyoke Farmers Market
High Street, between Suffolk Street and City Hall
Holyoke, MA
Phone: 413-322-5511

Thursdays from 11:30 – 3:30; May through October, 2009

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The Holyoke Farmers' Market is among oldest in the state.

Springfield/Farmers' Market at the X
Forest Park at Cyr Arena parking lot
Springfield, MA  01108
Phone: 413-737-1724

Dates in 2010:
Tuesdays, 12:30 – 6 p.m.; May 4-Novembeer 16

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Rain or shine, this market brings you organic, and conventional produce, organic sourdough bread, honey, goats' milk soap, lotions, plants, grass-fed beef, hormone free pork, sweets, kettle corn, olive oil, vinegar, dairy products and goat cheese, freshly roasted coffee, cut flowers, and more.

Falmouth Farmers Market
Peg Noonan Park, Main Street
Falmouth, MA

Dates in 2010:
Thursdays, noon - 6 p.m.; May 27 - October 14

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After last year’s dismal spring (one of the most difficult growing seasons on record) the summer of 2010 is off to a precociously sunny start. Spring greens of all sorts are heaped high on the tables at this year’s market and flowers are everywhere. Here’s what else you can expect at this year’s market: fresh eggs, breads, baked goods, potted herbs, salad greens, lobster, cheeses, all varieties of fresh produce and so much more.

Mid-Cape Farmers Market
Hyannis Youth and Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane
Hyannis, MA

Dates in 2010:
Wednesdays for 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.; June 9 - September 8

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Sample a colorful array of locally-grown vegetables, fruits, herbs, and cut flowers as well as organic eggs, artisan breads, candles, honey, handmade soaps, herbal teas, and body products. There is plenty of free parking adjacent to the market, and live entertainment most days.

Orleans Farmers Market
21 Old Colony Way
Orleans, MA  02653
Phone: 508-255-8374

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon; May 1-November 27

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Here shoppers can expect to find Cape Cod grown vegetables, plants, honey, lobsters, soap, worms, flowers, bread and other local products.

Provincetown Farmers Market
Commercial and Ryder streets, across from Town Hall
Provincetown, MA  02656

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; May 15-December 4

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At this market, it’s all about food – organic vegetables, fresh blueberries, artisanal cheeses, greens harvested that very morning and more can be found here. Baked goods will be available as well as other treats like organic olive oil and fresh fruit.

Sandwich Farmers Market
Route 6A, across from
the Fish Hatchery, 164 Route 6A
Sandwich, MA
Phone: 617-347-5192

Dates in 2010:
Tuesdays, 2-6 p.m.; June 1-October 26

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Locally grown and/or produced goods such as: local produce, organic vegetables, fruits, honey, eggs, breads, cheeses, oils, vinegars, pastries, live lobsters, potted plants, cut flowers, herbs, soaps/ lotions, canned goods, crafts, art, gifts, souvenirs and more.

Bedford Farmers Market
Bedford Depot Park, 120 South Road
Bedford, MA  01730
Phone: 781-275-3991

Dates in 2010:
Mondays, 2 – 6:30 p.m.; June 14-October 18

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The Bedford Farmers Market provides a family-friendly community gathering place for consumers to purchase fresh local foods. Products includes home made icecream, baked goods, and arts and crafts to the freshest produce, meats, flowers, and dairy products.

Groton Farmers Market
Williams Barn, 160 Chicopee Row
Groton, MA  01450
Phone: 978-448-1192

Dates in 2010:
Fridays; 3-7 p.m.; June 25-October 8

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Local foods will be for sale here from area farmers and producers, including vegetables, fruits, jams, jellies, eggs, meat, honey, plants, and wool. Special events include live musch, kids’ activities, nearby trails, and historic barn tours.

Hardwick Farmers’ Market
Hardwick Town Common
Hardwick, MA  01031
Phone: 413-477-6525

Dates in 2010:
Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; June 20-October 24

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Locally homegrown agricultural goods, fruits and vegetables, frozen meats, eggs, milk and cheese, jams and jellies, maple syrup, mushrooms, books and crafts, and more, including fresh coffee and baked goods.

Harvard Farmers’ Market
Harvard Elementary School, 27 Massachusetts Avenue
Harvard, MA  01451
Phone: 978-790-4429

Dates In 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; August 28-October

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Organic produce, Asian vegetables, grain-fed beef, herbs, cut flowers, lamb, sheep and goat products, organic stone ground chocolate, rustic breads and baked goods, jams, jellies, chutneys and more.

Holden Farmers Market
Intersection of routes 122a and 31
Holden, MA
Phone: 508-867-6065

Dates in 2010:
Tuesdays, 3-6:30 p.m., May 4-October

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WIC and senior coupons accepted

New Braintree Farmers Market
Old Turnpike Road at Route 67 at B&B farm
New Braintree, MA
Phone: 508-867-6065

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., May 29-October

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WIC and senior coupons accepted

Pepperell Farmers Market
Pepperell Town Field
Pepperell, MA  01463
Phone: 978-433-0162

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; July 10-October 23

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At this market you will find several local farms selling a wide variety of fresh picked and wonderfully ripe produce including heirloom tomatoes, sweet corn, multitudes of greens and lettuces, fresh herbs, blueberries and apples, and many more of the seasons best vegetables and fruits. You'll also find grass-fed beef, lamb sausages, honey, local cheeses, fresh baked bagels, goat soap products and fresh cut flower bouquets. Several local artists and artisans also attend the market on a regular basis.

Sterling Farmers Market
Route 12, Sterling Town Common at Town Hall
Sterling, MA  01564
Phone: 508-867-6065

Dates in 2010:
Fridays, 3-6:30 p.m.; May 21-October

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This market features area farmers and home gardeners and bakers. Fresh local produce, soap and lotions, baked goods, bread, goat cheese, flowers and herbs are some of the products offered. The farmers market is held in the center of town near the town common, so if you feel like wandering off, there are many fun parks in walking distance, complete with great quiet spots for a Friday night picnic.

Allston Farmers Market
Intersection of North Harvard Street and Western Avenue
Allston, MA  02134

Dates in 2010:
Fridays from 3-7 p.m.; June 18-October 29

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This market offers up fresh Massachusetts produce all summer long. Here you’ll find berries, heirloom tomatoes, corn, flowers, Asian vegetables, and a rotating cast of bakers and specialty vendors.

Brookline Farmers Market
Coolidge Corner, Center Street West Parking Lot, off Beacon Street
Brookline, MA  02446

Dates in 2010:
Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. to dusk; June 17-October 28

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Vegetables, fruits, herbs, cheese, eggs, ice cream, plants, cut flowers, tarts, home baked pies, breads, preserves, strawberries, plums, apples, blueberries, peaches, pears, cherries, and nectarines, honey, turkey, beef, and lamb will be available.

Harvard University Farmers Market
Corner of Oxford and Kirkland streets
Cambridge, MA  02138

Dates in 2010:
Tuesdays, 12:30-6 p.m.; June 15-October 26

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This market features produce and baked goods, and rotating specialty vendors with everything from dessert sauces to herbs to cheeses to maple syrup. Cooking demonstrations will also be featured.

Lexington Farmers Market
1561 Mass Avenue
Lexington, MA  02420

Dates in 2010:
Tuesdays, 2-6:30 p.m.; June 1-end of October

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In addition to the fresh produce you expect to find at a farmers’ market, Lexington offers herbs, flowers, herbal vinegars and other herb-based products, beef, pork, lamb and poultry, sheep’s milk, fresh fish, mozzarella cheese, dips, sauces, dressings, black bean salsa, bread, pies, tarts, quiche, cakes, honey, beeswax and other honey-based products, jams, jellies, applesauce, apple butter, cranberry sauce, relishes, cider doughnuts, chocolate, gelato and sorbet, dessert sauces, homemade cookies, biscotti, granola, scones, and more.

Waltham Farmers Market
Sovereign Bank Parking Lot, 1 Moody Street at Main Street
Waltham, MA

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays,9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; late June through early November

The Waltham Farmers Market will offer up delicious local treats like fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, eggs, hamburger, popcorn, maple syrup, and crafts like hand-blown glass.

Nantucket Farmers and Artisans Market
North Union and Upper Cambridge streets
Nantucket, MA  02554

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon; June 12-October 16

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This market features locally produced vegetables, homemade pasta, baked goods and much more. The Nantucket Farmers and Artisans Market also includes jewelers, potters, quilters, and many other artisan crafts. Come spend an hour enjoying music, breakfast, and shopping.

West Tisbury Farmers Market
Old Agricultural Hall, 1067 State Road
West Tisbury, MA  02568
Phone: 508-693-9561

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon; June 12-October 9;
and Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m.; June 23-August 25

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This market is truly an event – and a great place to find flowers, herbs, jellies, fruits and veggies, baked goods, and even exotic treats like wheatgrass juice and Vietnamese spring rolls.

Andover Farmers Market
Andover Historical Society, 97 Main Street
Andover, MA  01810
Phone: 978-475-2236

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m.; June 26-October 9

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This market is a purveyor of fresh and locally produced fruits, vegetables, flowers, breads, pies, cookies, herbs, and more.

Beverly Farmers Market
Veterans Park, 150 Rantoul Street
Beverly, MA
Phone: 978-473-9891

Dates for 2010:
Mondays from 3:30 - 6:45; June 28 - Early October

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Vendors at the Beverly Farmers Market provide fresh vegetables and herbs, specialty Asian vegetables and herbs, fruits, flowers, honey and sauces, seafood, gourmet organic dog treats, ceramic art, local woodcraft, massage and music. This is a beautiful market in a child friendly, dog friendly, picnic friendly park.

Chelmsford Farmers Market
Town Common, North Road
Chelmsford, MA
Phone: 978-250-5201

Dates for 2010:
Thursdays from 2 - 6 p.m.; July 8 - October 14

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Aside from the fresh local produce we’ve all come to expect from New England’s farmers markets, this market offers, artisan homemade candy, granola, pasta, sauces, jellies, relishes, homemade soap and more.

Downtown Lawrence Farmers Market
Appleton Way, 200 Common Street
Lawrence, MA
Phone: 978-974-0770

Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; July 8-October 28

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All types of fresh, local, and seasonal vegetables and fruits, honey, jams, breads, eggs, and baked goods. Prepared foods available in July and August, handmade jewelry and accessories available August and September. Food demos and free samples July and August; free musical entertainment from 1-2 p.m. in July and August; free face painting for children in July and August. Market accepts credit, debit, Food Stamps/SNAP/EBT, WIC and Senior Nutrition Program Coupons.

Marblehead Farmers Market
Marblehead Veterans Middle School, 217 Pleasant Street
Marblehead, MA  01945

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon; June 12-October 23

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Specializing in fresh fruits and vegetables, beef, cheese, and medicinal herbs, this farmers’ market also features baked goods, local honey and a variety of hand-crafted products like pottery, handbags, fine art, jewelry and much more.

Maynard Farmers Market
Mill Pond Parking Lot, Main Street
Maynard, MA  01754
Phone: 617-728-2425

Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; June 27 through October 4, 2009

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This market features produce grown both organic and non-organic methods as well as dairy, meats, baked goods, honey, perennials, and cut flowers. The Market also offers educational and cultural events and information about the town's civic groups.

Salem Farmers Market
Derby Square, Front Street
Salem, MA
Phone: 978-744-0004 ext.15

Dates for 2010:
Thursdays from 3 - 7 p.m.; June 17 - October 21

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This market features more than just fresh local food; vendors of crafts, baby clothing, jewelry, scarves, baskets, and glass will be on site as well. 2010 will feature at least ten farms, including a new creamery from New Hampshire, preserves and cheese from a Vermont farm, and Asian vegetables.  The lobsters will be back, as will some favorite farms from the region selling the freshest local produce.

Westford Farmers Market
Town Common
Westford, MA  01886

Dates in 2010:
Tuesdays, 2:30-6:30 p.m.; June 22-October 26

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This market takes place on the historic Town Common, rain or shine, and includes musical entertainment, community and educational workshops and, of course, lots of delicious, fresh and local, foods.

Hingham Farmers Market
Hingham Bathing Beach Parking Lot, 95 Otis Street
Hingham, MA  02043
Phone: 781-856-5358

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; May 8-November 20;
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; June 16-Ocrober 13

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Hingham Farmers Market offers fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, plants, eggs, jam with native strawberries, macaroons, zucchini loaves, granola mix, live lobsters, pesto, fresh homemade salsa, Italian cookies, vegetable plants, fresh eggs, and fresh cut flowers. Some handcrafted items such as jewelry, pottery, and furniture will be available.

Plymouth Farmers Market
Stephens Field off 3A near Plymouth Center and Courthouse Green
Plymouth, MA  02360

Dates in 2010:
Thursdays, 2:30–6:30 p.m. at Stephens Field, Rte 3A south of Plymouth Center; June 17-October 21;
Saturdays, Courthouse Green, Court Street; June 19-October 23

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This robust and lively outdoor celebration of seasonal food features local and organic vegetables, fruits and herbs. Artisan breads and baked goods, goat cheese, honey, eggs, cut flowers, jams, sauces, soaps and more are also available.

Quincy Farmers’ Market
John Hancock Municipal Parking Lot, Chestnut Street
Quincy, MA  02169
Phone: 617-479-1601

Dates in 2010:
Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; June 25-Thanksgiving, 2009

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The Quincy Farmers' Market presents the freshest, locally-grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and plants in downtown Quincy. The Market includes three farms, three bakers, one local nursery, one dairy and a community table offering locally-grown surplus fruit and vegetables from Quincy gardeners.

Tri Town Famers Market
Old Rochester Regional High School, Route 6
Mattapoisett, MA
Phone: 508-763-4905

Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 8 a.m. - noon; June 26-October 16

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This market promises fresh local produce, flowers, certified organic eggs, herbs, artisan baked goods, soaps, crafts, annuals and perennials, shrubs, original children's clothing, honey, and gifts – the best of the local harvest!