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Farmers' Market has the best this Summer has to offer!

This Week

Newtown Strong returns to the market this week with several of their therapy dogs and trainers to talk about how they're helping a community to heal.

Liz McNicholl will perform a mix of classic American Folk, Celtic and Bluegrass music along with some original works. Her music is the perfect accompaniment to a relaxed afternoon of shopping at the farmers' market.

Webb Mountain Discovery Zone will be at the market with information on their upcoming Archeological Dig for young students and adults, with Dr. Nick Bellantoni.

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Enjoy hot, fresh wood-fired brick oven pizza from Trattoria Carl Anthony's Rolling Stone Pizza Truck.

Local author Patricia Brooks will be at the market with copies of her book "God is in the Little Things".

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The Lemonade Stand will be run by Paige Jordan and Lauren Moreno to raise money for their CT Challenge Team "Miles for Mo" in memory of Maureen Minnick.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Connecticut will be on hand to collect your donations of "gently used" clothing and household goods. Be sure to stop by their truck for more information and a tax-deductible donation form.

About the Market

The Monroe Farmers’ Market is a seasonal market focused on sustainable and locally produced food. We offer fresh, locally-grown, certified organic fruits and vegetables, grass-fed, hormone and antibiotic-free beef, pork and chicken, fresh pasta and sauces, pickles, hummus, gluten-free baked goods, prepared foods, cut flowers, herbs, handmade soaps, goat's milk products, cheese, raw honey, local maple syrup, jam, pies, homespun yarn, seafood, eggs and more!

All of the items sold at the market are grown or made in Connecticut by people who care deeply about the land and who make thoughtful, conscientious choices for its stewardship. Join us every Friday on the Town Green at the gazebo for the freshest products around. 

For more information including a weekly schedule of events, visit www.monroefarmersmarket.org.
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