- Last Updated on Monday, 29 May 2017 01:38
Spring is in the air and market season is just around the corner! The market, operated by local non-profit organization Elizabeth Area Development Corporation, will feature locally grown fresh produce and meats, artisanal food items, prepared food, and handcrafted gifts as well as music, community booths and fun activities.
The open air market will be held on Water Street overlooking the river in Downtown Elizabeth. It runs June through October on the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This is a great way for new businesses, farmers, and local artists to develop and share their products. The market focuses on increasing access to local produce and handmade artisan crafts. It also creates an enjoyable, profitable and safe community event that brings people together.
Autumn Timko, who serves as the market chairperson commented, “The market is a nice addition to our quaint shopping district. If you can’t find what you want at the market, walk a block to the business district where you can find baked goods, flowers, handmade soaps and candles, beer, cigars or sit down for a meal. It’s a perfect opportunity for a smaller vendor who doesn’t want weekly demands.”
Last year, 20+ vendors participated and an estimated 600 customers attended the market’s five event dates. Vendors featured locally grown vegetables and plants, homemade baked goods, sustainably raised meat and eggs, and handmade art and craft items. Several of last year’s vendors have already agreed to return, and the market’s website will list this year’s vendors as they are confirmed.
Vendor applications can be found at www.downtownelizabeth.com
