Friday, June 17, 2011

Wentworth Greenhouse Farmer’s Market Opens


ROLLINSFORD—
June 18th will mark the beginning of a fourth season of Summer Farmers’ Markets, held at the Wentworth Greenhouse’s parking lot at 141 Rollins Road, Rollinsford.
This year also marks the second year of Saturday Markets which will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every week thru October 29th, and showcase over 26 local farmers, growers, and local food producers.
Each Market will consist of approximately 20 vendors, and will feature (in part): locally grown organic vegetables, free range beef, turkey, chicken, pork, lamb, chicken and quail eggs, honey, leeks, peas, beets, carrots, broccoli, parsnips, heirloom dried beans, tomatoes, fresh herbs, plums, blueberries, peaches, apples, aged and mold aged goat cheese, home made Greek Style Yogurt, artisanal crackers, fresh cut flowers, home made granola, jams, jellies, sauces, fresh baked breads, fruit pies, specialty cakes, tea breads, scones, cinnamon rolls, locally sourced soups and chili, juried select crafts, and a complete roster of live music.
For a complete listing of Market products, and a full listing of scheduled summer music, visit the Markets on Face Book, or go to www.wentworthgreenhouses.com.
Photo caption: Shoppers at last year’s market. (www.wentworthgreenhouses.com photo)