Farmers markets in Connecticut offer fresh, locally grown food
Bridgeport Farmers Market
United Congregational Church, 877 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Phone: 203-286-2327
Dates in 2011:
Thursdays, 2- 6 p.m., July - October
Visit this market for a smattering of locally-grown delights like fruit, vegetables, herbs, baked goods, flowers and other greenhouse products.
Mechanic Street behind Fire House
Darien, CT 06810
Phone: 860-739-7240
Dates in 2010:
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., May 12-December
This market has got everything to kick off the season: greenhouse tomatoes, lettuces of many varieties, other greens and baby root veggies, organic produce, fresh cut herbs and flowers, annuals and perinnials, hanging baskets, honey, free range eggs, non-hormone beef, pork, chicken, goats milk soaps, pies and pastries, breads, pesto, jams and jellies, and a whole lot more.
Fairfield Greenfield Hills Farmers Market
Greenfield Hills, 1950 Bronson Road
Fairfield, CT 06430
Phone: 203-259-8786
Dates in 2010:
Saturdays,12:30–4 p.m.; June 5-October 30
This is the place to find fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables in the Greenfield Hills area. The quaint little market provides the area with fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, organic produce, eggs, baked goods, and more. Occasional weekly events take place, such as summer concerts on the green, food demonstrations, and more. This is a delightful little market that has blossomed into a must attend weekly family event.
Greenwich Farmers Market
Commuter Parking Lot off Exit 3
Arch Street and Horseneck Lane
Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: 203-372-7397
Dates in 2010:
Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; May 15-November 20
The Greenwich Farmers Market will offer unique annuals and perennials for the garden, fresh herbs, greens, juicy ripe greenhouse tomatoes, jams and jellies, yogurt and cheeses, breads and pastries, farm fresh milk and eggs, freshly cut roses, and a whole lot more.
Monroe Town Green, Fan Hill Road and Route 111
Monroe, CT 06468
Phone: 203-520-9449
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 3-6 p.m.; June - October
This market features a wide variety of locally grown fruits and veggies, homemade pies, jams, honey, vinegars, baked goods, flowers, plants, heirloom tomatoes, the best corn on earth, herbs and much more.
Center School parking lot, South Avenue and Maple Street
Naugatuck, CT 06840
Phone: 203-723-8885
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., May - November
Shelton Farmers Market
Corner of Cornell and Canal Streets
Shelton, CT
Phone: 203-929-3080
Dates in 2011:
Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.,
June - November
Bedford Street at Forest Street
Stamford, CT 06901
Phone: 203-348-5285
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; June - October
Visit this farmers’ market with vendors offering the freshest fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods and more--straight from the farm and right to your home.
Stratford Farmers Market
Deluca Field, 1000 Main Street
Stratford, CT 06615
Phone: 203-268-2327
Dates in 2011:
Mondays, 1-6 p.m., June - October
Saugatuck Congregation Church, 245 Post Road East
Westport, CT
Dates in 2011:
Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; May - November
Fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, herbs,
pies, homemade baked goods, fresh bread, eggs, honey,
maple syrup, goats milk soaps, organic dog treats, fresh
made pesto, mozzarella and a more.
Trumbull Farmers Market
Long Hill Green, Main Street
Trumbull, CT
Phone: 203-377-0325
Dates in 2011:
Thursday, 2-6 p.m.; June - October
Route 157, High Acre Road, Historical Society building
Weston, CT 06883
Phone: 203-226-3966
Dates in 2011: Saturdays, June - October, 8 - 11 a.m
Wake up to a cup of coffee and a fresh baked muffin, scone, or croissant while shopping for fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, plants, salsa, pesto, jam, and other culinary and local artesian delights.
26 Imperial Avenue (municipal parking lot)
Westport, CT
Dates in 2011:
Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; May - November
Produce, meat, dairy items, flowers, teas, hand made soaps, shellfish.
154 Porters Pass at Massirio Drive
Kensington, CT
Phone: 860-828-5548
Dates in 2011: Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; May through September
This market has organic and non-organic produce, eggs, fruits and berries and a variety of gorgeous flowers and plants for sale by local growers. Additionally, artisan breads and honey are available. Different local artists display and sell their wares each week. Local musicians entertain and you can learn about the business of local non-profits or have a massage while you shop. Learn new recipes for your market purchases at the cooking demonstration tent. Come join us and support your local farmers at this summer’s market.
539 Broad Street, on Billings Forge campus
Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: 860) 548-9877
Dates in 2011:
Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; May - October
This market features Connecticut only farmers, food artisans, jewelers, and entertainers joined by many different community-based groups at a rotating table. Also featured are vendors that offer a variety of lunch options. This is more than just a location to buy local fruits and vegetables, but a fun destination that everyone looks forward to each week.
East Hartford Farmers Market
Raymond Memorial Library, 840 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
Phone: 860-643-2207
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; July - October
Arbor Park, Main Street
Ellington, CT 06029
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; May - October
Ellington Farmers Market offers fresh locally grown produce. All items are Connecticut-grown, handmade or handcrafted in Connecticut. Bring the family for delicious things to eat, browse around and see the many beautiful artisan wares from local artists, and enjoy entertainment for the family. Meet the local artists who make these beautiful handicrafts and even watch them create them. Live entertainment happens each week.
Old State House, 800 Main Street
Hartford, CT
Phone: 860-522-6766
Dates in 2011:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; mid-June-October
Hartford Park Street Farmers Market
Corner of Park and Washington streets
Hartford, CT
Phone: 860-633-2742
Dates in 2011:
Mondays, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; July - October
Hartford Regional Farmers Market
101 Reserve Road
Hartford, CT
Phone: 860-566-3699
Dates for 2011:
Open year-round, daily, 5 a.m. - 9 a.m.
571 Farmington Avenue at South Whitney Street
Hartford, CT
Dates in 2011:
Tuesdays and Friday, 4-7 p.m., June 7 through October
The West End Farmers Market provides fresh fruits and vegetables, jams, local honey, flowers, ciders and homemade salsas and salad dressings. All items are locally grown or made in Connecticut. Produce is picked on the same day of sale. Local musicians perform at the market.
35 Mountain Road
Farmington, CT
Phone: 860-677-4787
Dates in 2011:
Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; July 10 - October 23
More than 15 Connecticut farmers and vendors will provide the community with an array of locally grown, fresh and organic vegetables, fruits, dairy products, naturally raised beef, veal, pork and lamb, baked goods, flowers, wool and Angora goat yarns, soaps and Connecticut-landed seafood. Local musicians will stroll the grounds entertaining market shoppers and vendors.
Manchester Community Farmers Market
Village Courtyard, Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT 06040
Phone: 860-512-2708
Dates in 2011:
Wednesdays, 2-5 p.m., July - October
Meriden Farmers Market
Butler Street parking lot, corner of West Main and Grove streets
Meriden, CT 06450
Phone: 860-342-1844
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 8 a.m. - noon; July - October
Middletown Farmers Market
South Green on Old Church Street
Middletown, CO
Phone: 860-267-8410
Dates in 2011:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; July - October
New Britain Farmers Market
Saint Ann’s Church, 109 North Street
New Britain, CT 06051
Dates in 2011:
Mondays 2 - 4 p.m.; July - October
225 Oak Street
New Britain, CT 06051
Phone: 860-223-6200
Dates in 2011: Year-round, Fridays, 3-6 p.m; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Urban Oaks is an organic farm, open year-round. Vegetables, citrus and other fruits, root vegetables, potatoes, and fresh bread and muffins from Sweet Sage Bakery.
New Hartford Farmers’ Market
Pine Meadow Green, Route 44 and Church Street
New Hartford, CT 06057
Phone: 860-379-3062
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 4 - 7 p.m.; June - September
Beef, pork, poultry, rabbit, eggs, cheese, maple products, baked goods, freshly milled flour, cut flowers, perennials, jams & jellies, soups and other take home foods, crafts and lots of fresh picked fruits and veggies. There are live musical performances every Friday on the Green by local artists and an on-site market chef.
Rockville Farmers Market
Ladd & Hall parking lot
Rockville, CT
Open: Sundays, July-September, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Rocky Hill Farmers Market
Center Street
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Open: Tuesdays, July-October, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
540 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
Phone: 860-735-6530
Dates in 2011:
Thursdays from 2 - 6 p.m.; June 2 - October 13
This market, part of the CT Department of Agriculture’s “CT Grown Farmers’ Market Initiative”, will feature a wide range of locally grown fruit & vegetables as well as artisan cheeses, organic meats and eggs and home-made baked goods. A main focus of this market is to build community, to create a place where people could ask questions of their local farmers, to find out what grows locally and to socialize with friends.
South Windsor Farmers Market
Oakland Road, Route 30, Wapping Shopping Plaza
South Windsor, CT 06074
Open: Sundays, July-October, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
1003 South Main Steet
Plantsville, CT
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 3-6 p.m.; July - October
A member of the Northwest Connecticut Farmers Markets, a group of farmers, bakers, and crafters devoted to bringing fresh, high quality, locally produced goods to our towns. Farmers often harvest their crops early each morning and bring them directly to our markets the same day. Customers love receiving such fresh food and getting to know the farmers who grow their food.
Suffield Farmers Market
Town Green, Main Street
Suffield, CT 06078
Phone: 860-668-3848
Open: Saturdays, June-October, 9 a.m.- Noon
Tolland Farmers Market
21 Tolland Green
Tolland, CT 06084
Phone: 860-871-3600
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, May - November
Tolland Green, at the intersection of Routes 195 and 74, is an excellent example of a preserved Colonial center ringed by Colonial homes along with several museums and the Arts of Tolland Arts Center. The farmers market offers a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs, flowers and baked goods and is a popular community event.
Wilson/Windsor Farmers Market II
321 Windsor Avenue
Wilson, CT 06095
Phone: 860-653-4758
Open: Fridays, July-October, 3 - 6 p.m.
Bethel Farmers Market
67 Stony Hill Road Opposite Stony Hill Inn
Bethel, CT
Open: Saturdays, July - October, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sears parking lot, 100 South Main Street
Bristol, CT 06010
Phone: 860-675-3707
Dates in 2011:
Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; July - October
A member of the Northwest Connecticut Farmers Markets, a group of farmers, bakers, and crafters devoted to bringing fresh, high quality, locally produced goods to our towns. Farmers often harvest their crops early each morning and bring them directly to our markets the same day. Customers love receiving such fresh food and getting to know the farmers who grow their food.
Burlington Congregational Church, Spielman Hwy / Route 4
Burlington, CT
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 3-6 p.m.; July - October
A member of the Northwest Connecticut Farmers Markets, a group of farmers, bakers, and crafters devoted to bringing fresh, high quality, locally produced goods to our towns. Farmers often harvest their crops early each morning and bring them directly to our markets the same day. Customers love receiving such fresh food and getting to know the farmers who grow their food.
Danbury Farmers Market
Baldwin Plaza at Broad Street and Fairfield Avenue
Danbury, CT
Phone: 203-792-1711
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., July - October
Kent Farmers Market
Kent Green
Kent, CT
Phone: 860-672-0279
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon; May - October
Litchfield Community Center, 421 Bantam Road
Litchfield, CT 06759
Phone: 860-567-8302
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, March 19 - May 28.
This market makes it easy to eat local; fruits, vegetables, artisanal bread, salad greens, herbs, organic eggs, jams, baked goods, granola, goat and cow cheese, yogurt, pork, beef, honey, maple syrup, olive and grape seed oils, soaps, lotions, pies, and apple cider doughnuts will be available.
At the end of May, this market moves to Center School, 125 West Street, and is open every Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Center School, 125 West Street
Litchfield, CT 06759
Phone: 860-567-8302
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; June 11 through October 22
Local produce, meats, baked goods, cut flowers, coffee and tea, cheese, orchids, maple, soaps and lotions. Activities include story hour at 10:30 a.m.; children’s art activity at 11 a.m.; chef demonstrations, master gardener Q&A; visiting artists, community bulletin board, raffles.
Route 44 & Shepard Road
Norfolk, CT 06058
Phone: 860-542-5044
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; May 21 - October 15
Locally produced fruits ands vegetables as well as creations of some artisans from the region will be featured. Also for sale will be breads, cheese, eggs, honey, syrup, plants, flowers & herbs. There's live music and there will be an occasional chef's demonstration using the foods for sale at the market and/or children's activities.
Sandy Hook Organic Farmers Market
Newtown Middle School, Queen Street
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
Phone: 203-270-1820
Dates in 2011:
Tuesdays, 2 - 6 p.m.; June - October
This is Connecticut’s exclusively organic farmers’ market featuring, heirloom vegetables, flowers, baked goods and lots of artisans with handmade works. Pony rides and a children’s play pool are available weekly. The market is on, rain or shine.
Old Seymour Middle School, 20 Pine Street
Seymour, CT 06483
Phone: 203-723-8885
Dates in 2011: Tuesdays from noon – 6 p.m.; May through October
The Seymour Farmers Market was established in 1995 for the purpose of supporting the downtown revitalization project and is celebrating its 15th season this year. The market is host to Goatboy Soaps of New Milford, Greenscapes of Danbury, and Gazy Brothers Farm of Oxford and features an enormous variety of produce, herbs, fresh flowers, baked goods, honey, and bath and body products.
Seth Thomas Park, 100 South Main Street / Rte 6
Thomaston, CT 06787
Phone: 860-283-8902
Dates in 2011:
Thursdays, 2:30 - 6 p.m.; July - October
A member of the Northwest Connecticut Farmers Markets, a group of farmers, bakers, and crafters devoted to bringing fresh, high quality, locally produced goods to our towns. Farmers often harvest their crops early each morning and bring them directly to our markets the same day. Customers love receiving such fresh food and getting to know the farmers who grow 0their food.
Staples Plaza, 100 South Main Street
Torrington, CT
Phone: 860-485-0815
Dates in 2011:
Tuesdays, 3 - 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; June - October
A member of the Northwest Connecticut Farmers Markets, a group of farmers, bakers, and crafters devoted to bringing fresh, high quality, locally produced goods to our towns. Farmers often harvest their crops early each morning and bring them directly to our markets the same day. Customers love receiving such fresh food and getting to know the farmers who grow 0their food.
Waterbury Farmers Market I
65 Kingsbury Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
Open: Fridays, July-October, 3-6 p.m.
Waterbury Farmers Market II
Brass City Mall, Sears Automotive parking lot
Waterbury, CT
Open: Thursdays, July-October, 2-5 p.m.
Watertown Farmers Market
Library Parking Lot, 470 Main Street
Watertown, CT
Dates in 2011
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; July - September
Locally grown fruits and vegetables (some organic), cut flowers, eggs, natural soaps, recycled bags, and more crafts and artists
Visiting artists and musicians; kids day at the market; artists, crafters, and gardeners days at the Market; health and wellness day; and Meet Your Local Merchants, Leaders and Community Day.
Watertown Farmers Market
Library Parking Lot, Main Street
Watertown, CT
Phone: 860-945-5246
Dates in 2011:
Certified market with locally grown produce,
organic beef, poultry, pork and eggs, fresh baked goods,
great specialty foods, and several craft vendors. Weekly
themes and visiting musicians and artists. Come
join the fun, while buying the best and freshest local produce.
Woodbury Farmers Market
Hollow Park, 43 Hollow Road
Woodbury,
Dates in 2011:
Wednesday, 3 - 6 p.m.; July - September
Pompey Hollow Park, across from the Town Hall, Route 44
Ashford, CT 06278
Phone: 860-429-3923
Dates for 2011: Sundays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; June 6 through October
This market features all Connecticut-grown fruits and vegetables as well as specialty items such as artisan cheese, native plants, and hand-made soaps. The growers feature fresh salad greens, herbs, tomatoes, peaches, apples, squash, potatoes, peppers, beans, cucumbers... the list goes on and on. Here you’ll find certified organic, farmer's pledge, and heritage farmers selling their wares. Also, don't miss the local honey, maple syrup, and fruit syrups. Many special agriculture-related events are also in the works for the 2009 season.
Maple Farms Park, 45 Bozrah Street
Bozrah, CT 06334
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 4 – 7 p.m.; July 1 through October 7
Come spend a summer evening at the beautiful Maples Farm Park. The vendors will be selling CT Grown items such as veggies, fruits, flowers, cheese, milk, yogurt, plants, herbs, cut flowers, honey and beeswax candles, maple syrup and maple products, hot sauce, chocolate, eggs, dog treats, wood fire pizza, jams, jellies & relish, kettle corn, italian ice, bakery items, and more. In addition the market will also feature local artisan products such as soaps, lotion, lip balm, pottery, fiber products, jewelry, oil cloth bags & accessories, bird houses, floral wreaths and lavender sachets & pillows. Local musicians will be performing weekly at the Market, and special guest vendors and theme nights will be featured throughout the season. More information can be found on our website by visiting www.bozrahfarmersmarket.org.
CF Norwich Farmers Market
Campbell Building parking lot, Route 32
Norwich, CT
Phone: 860-639-4894
Open: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m;
Fridays, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. July-October.
The Hale Homestead, 2299 South Street
Coventry, CT 06238
Phone: 860-742-1419
Dates in 2011:
Sundays, 11 a.m.– 2 p.m.; June - October
Offering Connecticut-grown produce, delicious things to eat, artisan ware, entertainment, and sustainable-living programs. Fruits and vegetables, grass-fed beef, eggs, smoked bacon, breads, cheeses, pies and pastries, preserves and pickles, dog treats, fresh herbs, cut flowers, chocolate fudge, honey, maple syrup, and more. The market also features the work of local artists and artisans, like hemp clothing, goat’s milk soaps, wrought iron, beeswax candles, stoneware, herbal tinctures, beadwork, cotton tote bags, and handspun yarns. Live entertainment. Pet a goat, have lunch in a grassy spot under the maple trees, or give your child a ride in a red wagon.
Killingly Library Parking, 25 Westcott Road
Danielson, CT 06239
Phone: 860-564-7987
Dates for 2011: Wednesdays from 4 – 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – noon; June through October
From its beginning in 1980 as a Saturday morning event, this market has generated great community response. The quality of the produce can't be beaten by imported food. How would you look after traveling fifteen hundred miles in the back of a truck? Once you taste it, you'll know the difference. This market features many different locally grown fruits, vegetables and eggs, all sold by the farmers who grew them. There’s always something new.
Deep River Farmers Market
184 Main Street
Deep River, CT 06417
Open: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.- Noon
Mystic Farmers Market
Quiambaug Fire House, Route 1
Mystic, CT
Open: Tuesdays, June-October, 3 - 6 p.m
120 Pequotsepos Road
Mystic, CT
Phone: 860-536-8377
Dates in 2011:
Sundays, noon-3 p.m.; May - November
Located on the scenic fields and meadows of the Denison Homestead, the Denison Farm Market( farmers market) is an ideal family destination. Parents can purchase the freshest in local produce and baked goods from community farmers while children play outdoors.
Here you will find a wide variety of in season fruits, vegetables and local products ranging from honey and jams to herbal soaps.
During your visit to the market you can tour the 1717 historic house museum, walk the many miles of nature trails, or visit the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Listen to Fiddlers perform while you shop. Bring a picnic and enjoy the activities only 5 minutes from downtown Mystic.
13 Broad Street
New London, CT 06320
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This combination Cooperative Natural Food Store and Farmer's Market is open to all, year-round. Aside from fresh, locally-grown produce, here you’ll find local seafood, baked goods, coffee, dairy, eggs, maple syrup, bath and body products, tofu, seitan, arts, crafts, and more. If you’re there between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. you can catch some excellent live music, too.
210 Main Street
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Phone: 860-633-1067
Dates in 2011: Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; June through October
2009 marks the eleventh year for the Old Saybrook Farmers’ Market, where you can find at least 22 vendors with a vast array of Connecticut products. The produce is as fresh as it gets - corn picked that day, bread made that day, and kettle/caramel corn made on site as well as many other handcrafted and picked items. With offerings of fresh fruits and veggies, cheeses, poultries, beef, herbs, flowers, soaps, pottery, arts, crafts, and live entertainment, this market promises quality, freshness, and fun.
Pawcatuck Farmers Market
West Broad and Mechanic Streets
Pawcatuck, CT
Open: Thursdays, July-October, 2 -6 p.m.
482 Norwich Road
Plainfield, CT 06374
Phone: 860-564-1117
Open: Tuesdays, June-October, 4 - 6 p.m.
Dunkin Donuts Parking Lot, 325 Woodstock Avenue
Putnam, CT 06260
Phone: 860-928-4101
Dates for 2011: Mondays and Thursdays from 4 – 6 p.m.; June through October
Local farmers offer their own fruit, vegetables, and flowering plants for sale, freshly picked, often just before the market opens. All are invited to get the freshest food at reasonable prices.
Stafford Springs Farmers Market
Mocko’s lot, Routes 32 and 190
Stafford Springs, CT
Phone: 860-455-1044
Dates in 2011:
Mondays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; July - October
Town Pier
Stonington, CT
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m. - noon; May - November
The summer market boasts 25 vendors selling locally grown vegetables and fruits, jams, breads, pies and baked goods, meats, pork, fish, shrimp, scallops, goat cheeses, lemonade, maple syrup, honey, flowers, decorative plants and more, depending on the season. Craft vendors sell jewelry, wooden bowls, soaps, painted signs, printed fabrics and scarves. The Stonington Village Improvement Association sells t-shirts, hats and canvas bags, to help support the market.
Mansfield Town Hall, Storrs Road (Route 195)
Mansfield, CT
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 3 - 5 p.m.; May - November
Located within walking distance of the University of Connecticut, the Mansfield Community Center, and public bus stops, Storrs Farmers Market is a convenient source of premium, locally grown foods. Storrs Farmers Market features a wide selection of fruits and vegetables, all-natural beef and pork, goats milk cheeses and soaps, local honey and maple syrup, baked goods, and more.
Willimantic Farmers Market
Corner of Jackson & Union Streets
Willimantic, CT 06226
Phone: 860-455-1044
Dates in 2011:
tuesday, 1:30-5 p.m.; Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.-noon:
May - October
115 Cow Hill Road
Clinton, CT 06413
Phone: 860-664-0299
Dates in 2011:
Sundays, noon-3 p.m.; June through October
From June through October local producers gather at the Vineyard with the regions freshest fruits, vegetables, eggs, cheese, flowers, maple syrup, honey, gourmet foods, breads and baked goods. Bring a big basket to fill with everything you need for the week including the vineyard’s own, "Connecticut's Best Wine", 1998 - 2007! Live music every other Sunday.
Clinton Farmers Market
329 East Main Street
Clinton, CT 06413
Open: Saturdays, July-October, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Dudley Farmers Market
2351 Durham Road
Guilford, CT 06537
Dates in 2011:
Saurdays, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ; June 5-October 23
Madison Green, 26 Meetinghouse Road
Madison, CT 06443
Phone: 860-713-2500
Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 3 – 6 p.m.; May - October
LIve music weekly, fresh seafood and shellfish, baked goods, organic micro greens and tomoatos, breads, flowers, corn, eggs, berries, pies, herbs, dairy products, bath and body products, organic meats, and more.
58 River Street
Milford, CT 06460
Phone: 203-231-4006
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; June-October
Located in beautiful downtown Milford, this convenient location is a short walk from the beautiful downtown shops. Stop by and you can be sure to find fresh veggies of all kinds including corn and veggies, soaps made with goat milk, farm grown herbs and herbal tinctures and decoctions, plants, perennials,honey, beeswax candles, veggies, breads, and even homemade ice cream.
Church Street, in front of City Hall
New Haven, CT
Phone: 203-773-3736
Dates in 2011:
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.;
June - November
Edgewood Park, Corner of West Rock and Whalley Avenues
New Haven, CT 06515
Phone: 203-773-3736
Dates in 2011:
Sundays, 10 a.m-2 p.m.; June - November
New Haven - Fair Haven Farmers Market
Quinnipiac River Park, Grand Avenue and Front Street
New Haven, CT 06513
Phone: 203-773-3736
Dates in 2011:
Thursdays, 3-7 p.m.; July 8-October 28
Russo Park, at Depalma Court and Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06511
Phone: 203-773-3736
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; May-December
Located in the historic Wooster Square community, this market features everything from fresh fruits and veggies to poultries, beef, fresh seafood, dairy products, goat cheese, herbs, flowers, homespun wool, sprouts and even processed items like baked goods, and bath and body products. And, of course, a generally warm and cheery atmosphere makes this market a must.
Town Green at Main Street
New Milford, CT
Phone: 203-261-2294
Dates in 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon; May - October
Music on holiday weekends and children's events. A full selection of local and organic produce, flowers bedding plants, hanging baskets, goat soap, eggs, meat, maple syrup, baked goods and more.
Railroad Station Green, South Colony Street at Hall Avenue
Wallingford, CT 06492
In 2011:
Saturdays, 9 a.m.–noon; July 16 - September 17
At this market, you can be sure your dollars go toward good fresh food, grown and harvested with care by local farmers and boutique gardeners. And, as usual, you buy direct from the producer; no middlemen; no long distance trucking costs. The market features fresh produce, flowers, herbs, fresh breads, eggs, local artisanal crafts, gift baskets, paintings and prints, quilts and aprons, and more.
