There is a food culture for each season.
In the summer, seafood shacks, ice cream, and barbecues are common.
But another feature of summer is the abundance of fresh, locally grown produce available at farmers’ markets.
While some local farmers markets are open year-round, summer is definitely farmers market season.
Farmers market season is well underway, giving local foodies something to enjoy well into early fall, with some markets staying open through the colder months.
It goes without saying that fresh, local produce is delicious, but while you’re shopping, you can also enjoy delicious food from local food vendors and purchase unique, handmade goods from area artisans.
Additionally, select markets offer entertainment and activities.
Here are some of the farmers markets and stands around Greater Fall River where you can find fresh, locally grown produce this summer.
Tiverton Farmers Market
The Tiverton Farmers Market has relocated outdoors for the summer to the fields south of the Tiverton Town Farm Recreation Area, 3588 Main Road (Route 77).
Open every Sunday from 10am to 1.30pm until October 13th.
The summer farmers market offers a wide variety of produce and products, including fresh vegetables and fruits, meats and seafood, eggs, artisan breads, cheeses and honey, prepared foods, pottery, linens and more.
During the cooler months, the market will be held at its winter location from Oct. 27 to May 18 at Tiverton Middle School, 10 Quintal Dr. Hours are Sunday, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
For more information about the Tiverton Farmers Market and special market events held throughout the year, visit www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com and keep up to date on Facebook at facebook.com/TivertonFarmersMarket.
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South Coast Open Air Market, Somerset
It’s SOAM season.
With a focus on local, fresh and artisanal, the Southcoast Open Air Market season is well underway.
It features a wide selection of fresh produce and meats, artisanal and artisanal foods, live and local music and more.
The South Coast Open Air Markets will be open on Saturdays, with upcoming markets on July 20, August 24, September 21 and October 19. The markets are open from 10am to 2pm.
In case of rain, the event will be held the following day.
It will be located in Chick Marchand Memorial Park, 100 New Hill Avenue, Somerset.
Parking is available at the park, and there is a grassy lot directly next to Grace Bible Church (802 Riverside Ave.).
For more information, visit www.soamsomerset.com and follow us on Facebook for the latest updates at facebook.com/SouthcoastOpenAirMarket.
Swansea Farmers Market at Stoney Creek Farm
Stop by the Swansea Farmers Market at Stony Creek Farm, 1210 Wilbur Ave.
Find fresh local produce, artisan foods, and more.
HIP (MA Healthy Incentives Program) and SNAP EBT are accepted for produce.
To keep up to date with all the latest announcements and events, follow Swansea Farmers Market on Facebook: www.facebook.com/swanseafarmersmarket16.
Johnson’s Roadside Farm Market, Swansea
Johnson’s Roadside Farm Market has been a family-owned market since 1982, selling seasonal fruits and vegetables from their 20-acre farm.
The market also sells freshly baked bread and local specialities, plus meats, cheeses, local honey, and a variety of spices and condiments.
The store is located at 445 Market Street, Swansea, and is open daily from 8am to 5pm.
The season lasts until Christmas Eve.
For more information, visit www.johnsonsroadsidemarket.com or follow them on Facebook for updates at facebook.com/Johnsonsroadsidemarket.
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Almeida’s vegetable garden, Swansea
For nearly a century, locals have been getting fresh produce from Almeida’s Vegetable Patch, located at 110 Grand Army of the Republic Highway in Swansea.
Family-owned since 1928, they carry produce from their own farm as well as other local farms.
Additionally, they also stock locally made pies and products, as well as a wide variety of flowers.
Almeida’s also carries seasonal favorites like pumpkins for fall and Christmas trees for the holiday season.
Opening hours are Monday to Sunday 10am to 6pm.
For more information, visit almeidasvegetablepatch.com and follow us on Facebook for the latest updates: facebook.com/almeidas.vegetablepatch (https://www.facebook.com/almeidas.vegetablepatch).
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Fall River Farmers Market
Mass in Motion is entering its farmers market season, plus Fall River Farmers Markets offers a year-round option.
A Farmers Market will be held on Tuesdays from 11am to 2pm at St. Ann’s Hospital, 795 Middle St. Take bus route 3 (S. Main and Middle).
A Farmer’s Market is held every Wednesday from 2-5pm at HealthFirst Family Care Center, 387 Quarry St. Take bus route #6 (Pleasant and Ferry).
There is a Farmer’s Market every day of the year, Fridays from 11am to 2pm at the Cardinal Medeiros Towers (1197 Robeson St.) Take bus route 4: Robeson and Stanley.
You can pay with cash or card, EBT, WIC coupons, Senior Coupons, SNAP, or HIP.
For more information, email asteele@fallriverma.gov, call 508-324-2410 or call Project Bread at 617-723-5000.
To keep up with Mass in Motion, follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/massinmotionFR.
Christina Fontes is editor and digital producer for the Herald-News/Taunton Daily Gazette.email addressSupport local journalism by subscribing to the digital or print editions of The Herald News and the Taunton Daily Gazette today.
