News Summary
The Williamsburg Farmers Market is celebrating National Farmers Market Week with a series of community activities from August 3 to August 9. Highlighting the market’s significance in supporting local agriculture and community connection, the market will feature over 40 vendors offering a variety of products. On August 9, there will be special activities such as a digital photo contest, vendor appreciation station, and free market stickers for newsletter sign-ups, all aimed at fostering community engagement and appreciation for local food and vendors.
Williamsburg will mark National Farmers Market Week with a range of community activities at the Williamsburg Farmers Market on August 9, highlighting the importance of such markets in supporting local agriculture, food access, and community connection. The week-long celebration runs from August 3 to August 9 and is coordinated by the Farmers Market Coalition, underscoring the vital role farmers’ markets play in strengthening local economies.
This year, the Williamsburg Farmers Market celebrates its 23rd season, operating every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. With over 40 vendors, the market offers a diverse selection of locally grown produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, cut flowers, and artisan foods. By promoting direct relationships between farmers and shoppers, the market supports sustainable food systems and fosters a sense of community engagement.
On August 9, a variety of activities will take place to commemorate the week’s significance. Shoppers are encouraged to wear Williamsburg Farmers Market T-shirts, creating a sense of unity among participants. A digital photo contest invites visitors to share their market experiences on social media using the hashtag #MyWilliamsburgMarket until August 11. The winner of the contest will receive a market T-shirt, further incentivizing participation.
A vendor appreciation station will also be set up, allowing customers to write thank you notes to their favorite vendors, fostering goodwill within the market community. Additionally, the first 100 visitors who sign up for the market’s newsletter on August 9 will receive a free Williamsburg Farmers Market sticker, while new market merchandise will be available for purchase, allowing shoppers to take a piece of their experience home.
The market runs from March through December, with this season concluding on December 20. It will return for its next season in the first week of February. However, there will be no market on October 4 due to scheduling conflicts.
Customers can stay informed about vendor participation by accessing the online vendor map on the market’s website and following the market’s social media channels for real-time updates. The Williamsburg Farmers Market is part of a broader effort across numerous markets nationwide, celebrating the contributions of farmers and food vendors to local communities and economies during National Farmers Market Week.
The market’s Manager, Mollie Romero, has emphasized the relevance of farmers markets as spaces for community gathering and storytelling. National Farmers Market Week serves as an opportunity to express appreciation to the vendors, celebrate the customers, and highlight the availability of fresh, local food. This initiative not only draws attention to the products made available but also the relationships built within the community through the market.
Overall, the Williamsburg Farmers Market is poised to deliver a memorable celebration of National Farmers Market Week, underscoring the significant impact that local farmers and food vendors have on the community’s health and economy. The upcoming festivities are expected to encourage greater shopper engagement, enhance community spirit, and position local agriculture at the forefront of healthy living in Williamsburg.
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Additional Resources
- WYDaily: Williamsburg Farmers Market to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week
- Wikipedia: Farmers Market
- Daily Press: Williamsburg Farmers Market to Celebrate Community Next Week
- Google Search: National Farmers Market Week
- WYDaily: Yorktown Market Days to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Farmer
- Williamsburg Families: Best Things to Do in August in Williamsburg
- Google News: Williamsburg Farmers Market
