Farmers markets in Lakes region bring fresh food to your table

Farmington Farmers Market

Behind TD Banknorth, corner of Central and Main Streets Farmington, NH

Seasonal vegetables, plants, homemade goods, pies, jams, jellies, quilts, pillows, hats, doll clothes and pot holders. Hay Day, last Saturday in August, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., town square, town event. Rain or shine.
Season and hours: May-October; Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-noon
Information: 603-859-2551 or visit barrons@worldpath.net.

Franklin Community Farmers Market

Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse, 206 Central Street Franklin, NH 03235

Dates in 2011:
Tuesdays, 3-6 p.m.; July 5 -September 20

The Franklin Community Farmers' Market offers fresh, local produce (including organic), fresh naturally raised meats, honey, herbs, sheep and alpaca wool and products, baked goods, crafts and more. Live entertainment, education, community and fun.

Gilford Farmers Market

Patrick’s Pub and Eatery, 18 Weirs Road (Route 11) Gilford, NH

Dates for 2011: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, early July - September

Vegetables, dairy, honey, maple, flowers, fruit, fish and baked goods. Rain or shine. Information: 603-293-1137 or e-mail carol@berrypatchhollow.com.

Gilmanton Farmers Market

Academy at the Four Corners Gilmanton, NH

Dates for 2011: Wednesdays, 3 - 6 p.m., July through October

Vegetables, eggs, lamb, cut flowers, wool, maple, honey, fruits, bread and baked goods. Rain or shine. Information: 603-267-7083 or e-mail meadowviewfarm@metrocast.net.

Laconia Farmers Market

Beacon Street East Laconia, NH

Vegetables, fruits, baked goods, jams, jellies, flowers, crafts, maple syrup, beef, pork, chicken and organic vegetables. Rain or shine.
Season and hours: June-October; Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-noon
Information: 603-267-6522 or e-mail bpramsay1@aol.com

Meredith Farmers Market

Trinity Episcopal Church, 93 NH Route 25 Meredith, NH

Fresh locally grown meat, fruits, vegetables, baked goods, crafts, maple products and eggs. Rain or shine.
Season and hours: July-August; Thursdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Information: 603-279-9015 or e-mail GMP1@metrocast.net.

New Durham Farmers Market

Depot Road on the lawn next to the post office New Durham, NH

Plants, flowers, vegetable, fruit, shrubs, ornamentals; fresh flowers arranged and by the stem; relishes, chutneys, condiments, baked goods, maple syrup, locally designed and fired pottery, paintings, garden art and ornaments, handmade wreaths, quilts, soaps, freshly picked fruit in season, vegetable plants, fresh vegetables, herbs, specialty tropical plants. Rain or shine, except in downpours.
Season and hours: Mid-May to mid-October; Fridays, 1-6 p.m.
Information: 603-859-4251 or e-mail davcrord@metrocast.net.

Pittsfield Farmers Market

Main Street, Dustin Park Pittsfield, NH

Season and hours: June-October; Thursdays, 3-5:30 p.m. Fresh produce, baked goods, agricultural crafts, organic produce, fruits in season, breads, jams, jellies, soaps, cut flowers, annuals, perennials, herbs and specialty products. Rain or shine.
Information: 603-435-7260 or e-mail Brenda@organic-growers.com.

Sanbornton Farmers Market

Sanbornton Historical Society at Lane Tavern, 523 Sanbornton Road Sanbornton, NH 03269 Phone: 603-286-9995

Dates in 2011:
Fridays, 3-6 p.m.; late June - late September

Market sells agricultural crafts, baked goods, dairy, free range poultry and meat products, eggs, fiber goods and crafts, flowers, fresh fruits and berries, herbs, honey, jams and jellies, potted plants, processed foods, seeds, syrup, vegetables, and wood crafts and products. In addition, small livestock and fowl may be sold and local entertainment makes this market an event for the whole family.

Sandwich Farmers Market

Samuel H. Wentworth Library, 35 Main Street Sandwich, NH 03227 Phone: 603-284-7163

Saturdays from 9 a.m. – noon; June through October

Here you’ll find organic produce, maple syrup, vegetables, baskets, dog biscuits, fruits and more. You save money and you get to support local New Hampshire Farmers!

Tamworth Farmers Market

30 Tamworth Road Tamworth, NH 03886

Saturdays from 9 a.m. – noon; mid-June through October

This market will have 15 or more vendors selling milk, yogurt, bread, cookies, bagels, fresh produce, eggs, meat, maple syrup and honey, soaps, wool, yarn, herbs and herbal cosmetics.

The Weir’s Farmers Market at Prescott Farm Audubon

928 White Oaks Road Laconia, NH

Season and hours: Summer; Thursdays, 3-7 p.m.
Produce, some organic, jams, jellies, honey, flowers, meats, ice cream, body products, herbs and wool. Rain or shine.
Information: 603-366-5695

Tilton Farmers Market

5 Prospect Street Tilton, NH

Season and hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day; Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon
Vegetables, fruits, berries, maple and honey. Rain or shine.
Information: 603-286-4007 ext. 222 or visit http://www.tiltonfarmersmarket.org.

Wakefield Marketplace

Route 16 and Wakefield Road, opposite Palmer’s Wakefield, NH

Season and hours: May 24-October 11; Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Local vegetables, fruits in season, baked goods, fudge, plants, pottery, wood, cut flowers, honey, eggs and fiber art. Demonstrations 10-11 a.m. Rain or shine.
Information: 603-473-8762 or visit www.wakefieldmarketplace.homestead.com.

Wolfeboro Farmers Market

Clarke Plaza, Center Street Wolfeboro, NH

Season and hours: June - September; Thursdays, 1-5 p.m.

Fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, cut flowers, plants, meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, baked goods, honey and maple syrup. Weekly educational exhibits or workshops. Rain or shine.
Information: 603-569-4760 or visit www.galacommunity.org.