The Northside Farmers’ Market, which began six years ago at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Youngstown, has added a downtown venue. In addition to its traditional Saturday morning, 9-noon slot, fresh, local Famers’ Market food is available on Tuesday afternoons from 3-6 in downtown’s Central Square.
Pick up some delicious peaches and blueberries, tomatoes and corn. Sumptuous baked goods include banana and zuccini breads and pepperoni rolls. The Unitarian Church will sell Fair Trade coffee, tea, cocoa, chocolates and nuts. The Farmers’ Market selections are ever changing, so visit often. The market is also a great place to connect with Youngstown activists and to find out about community events.
This is great. Keep this activity humming in Y-town – all are welcome to the dance. I know there was a bit of a storm during the market – but the vendors hung in there. Tell your friends!
Thanks for the shout out sweetie! Despite the torrential downpour, high winds and HAIL (oh yes there was hail), and slight collateral damage (sunglasses, banana bread and a few other odds and ends that floated off into the city) the first downtown farmer’s market was a decided success! Props to the friendly, cheerful vendors who stuck it out.
Paco: Glad to hear that you enjoyed it. I think it’s a great new downtown event, and kudos to all those vendors who braved the weather.
Crseum: I’ve a hunch that the floating sunglasses, banana bread, and odds and ends all belonged to you? Just guessing. Good for you for staying through hail. Hail hurts [like hail, hee hee]!
Thanks also to Phil Kidd for circulating this post on very, very short notice.
I’m a former Youngstowner who enjoys the ability to get fresh produce on visits to the area. At the same time, there’s a chance to chat with other shoppers and reconnect with folks from my hometown. Best of luck on the new venue!