Lakewood Farmers Market to Open June 3

The Lakewood Farmer’s Market opens for its 11th season on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. in the Kaufmann Park Parking Lot behind Drug Mart,15412 Detroit Avenue.

The Farmer’s Market offers locally grown produce along with freshly baked breads and pastries, artisans and craftspeople who help to create a festive market atmosphere for the Lakewood community. The Market will operate every Wednesday through September 30, 2009 between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 pm.

The Market is operated by the North Union Farmer’s Market in collaboration with the City of Lakewood and features vendors who grow their own produce on small, family-owned farms. Organizers expect up to 15 vendors at each Wednesday’s market.

The North Union Farmer’s Market is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in 1995 dedicated to supporting family farms in northeast Ohio, providing urban people access to fresh, locally grown produce and creating a wholesome family activity that builds community.