Alfred, NY —Farmers Markets are one of the oldest forms of
direct marketing by small farmers. All over the world, growers gather in their
communities weekly to sell their produce. Right here in Alfred, every Sunday,
you can get beautiful fresh produce and meet your farmer. “This year there was a push from both our
farmers and customers to start a few weeks early,” explained Cassandra Bull,
Alfred Farmer’s Market Board President. “The variety of fresh goods that will be
available is really stunning for such a small area, and the sooner we can start
the better.”
Fresh produce, fruit, maple syrup, eggs, cheese, meat, and
gourmet baked goods will be ready for purchase. Market customers can also
browse through wool products, dog treats, pet items, and artisan crafts. For
food items, the market can accept SNAP/EBT, WIC checks and FMNP (Farmers Market
Nutrition Program) senior checks. Cash of course is welcome and many vendors
accept credit cards and personal checks.
The market is hosting their Family Activities tent run by
Allecia Brutsman and Garret Paine. Individuals of all ages and abilities can
join in the fun and be entertained with hands on educational and hands on
activities. Each week the family fun tent will include activities like
basketry, jewelry making, and other arts and crafts. Live music will be featured
each Sunday, with 12 string guitarist Oren Wiley Clark Schultz playing on the
opening day. “We would love to see families bring picnics or grab lunch from
the food truck; relax and enjoy the music,” said Mary Gardner Ruch, board
member. As a fundraiser, the market will raffle off handmade ceramic mugs
created by Alfred University students and professors and by the Mud Club in
Wellsville.
Market manager, Rick Monaco, is always searching for new
vendors to join the market. If you or someone you know is interested in selling
at the market, please email him marketmanagerinalfred@gmail.com. The Alfred
Farmer’s Market is located at the Alfred Village Bandstand on the corner of
Main and Saxon Drive. Market days are every Sunday from 11a.m.-3p.m. from June 16
to October 27th. Meet your friends, neighbors and farmers on Sunday June 16th
and enjoy the bounty of the season and the Alfred Farmer’s Market. For more
information, visit their website AlfredFarmersMartket.com or Like the Alfred
Farmers Market on Facebook.
