Business Description
Sponsored by the South Boston Community Health Center ~Mondays 12noon to 6PM May through November
The South Boston Farmers Market (SBFM) is an independent market that has been in operation since 2002 and is sponsored by the South Boston Community Health Center. The market provides an opportunity for South Boston residents to gain access to fresh, nutritious local produce. The farmers are able to earn a fair price for the fruits of their labor by selling directly to consumers. The community regains a figurative “town square” and the experience of the many positive outcomes of foot traffic and a healthy, active public space.
The market operates Mondays from noon to 6PM, May through November and is located adjacent to the municipal parking lot at 446 West Broadway, and is at the location of a busy bus stop. The market has 4 regular vendors: 2 farmers, a bread maker, and a craft person. There are a variety of additional vendors that attend throughout the summer such as the Bicyclists Union, who offer free bike tuneups, and UMass Extension service Nutritionist information table. There is a WIC informational table where people can learn about the benefits of WIC nutrition programs.
The market seeks to serve every demographic group in South Boston by offering a variety of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads, eggs, herbs, vegetable plants, flowers, and craft items. It also invites local non-profit agencies to use the space to connect with residents to promote their programs by providing a table and tent for their use.
The market has 2 staff members, Manager, Mary Lou Rosher and Assistant Manager, Susan Nalband. Interns and ambassadors provide assistance as well.
Address & Contact
- Street:
- 446 W Broadway
- Postcode:
- 02127
- City:
- Boston
- State:
- Massachusetts
- Zip:
- 02127
- Category:
- Farming Agriculture
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