Woodland Farmers Market Begins This Friday!

Woodland, WA The Woodland Farmers Market, robust with fresh, farm-grown produce and products, will make its debutthis Friday June 26 at Hoffman Plaza in downtown Woodland.

Modeled after open-air markets across the state and country, the Woodland Farmers Market will be open June 26-Oct. 2 on Fridays from 3 p.m.-7 p.m. The market will feature a diverse selection of local foods and products in an inviting, friendly atmosphere, with live music, kids activities put on by our own local library, face painting, featuring WSU Master Gardeners and more.

Our intent is to enhance community life in Woodland by bringing residents, local growers and producers together in a market setting that is friendly, fun and full of quality local foods, said market master Melissa Steckel. We hope community members throughout the region will take a break from the bustle of their busy weeks to come check us out on Fridays this coming summer and fall.

Vendors for the 2009 season include a range of local farmers, jewelry, pastries, flowers and much more.We are excited to participate in the Woodland Farmers Market debut season, said George Thoeny of Thoeny Farms. We hope community members will take this opportunity to support local families and farms by buying local food.

The Woodland Farmers Market Committee participated in the Planters Day Parade where they won the Mayors Award for their float. We thought it would be a great way to introduce the community to the market since Planters Day is so well attended. said committee member Erica Rainford.

Community members are encouraged to visit www.woodlandfarmersmarket.org/ to find more information and the latest updates.

Farmers Market Volunteer Opportunities: The farmers market is currently seeking volunteers and volunteer groups for the 2009 season. Contact market master Melissa Steckel at 360 904 0115 or info@woodlandfarmersmarket.org for more information.