photo by Clif Burns
“Dear PoPville,
Do we know what has happened to the Farmer’s Market at 14th and U? It usually starts the first Saturday of May every year. But as of this past weekend, no sign of it so far this year and no info on their website/social media.”
photo by Mr.TinMD
From an email:
“I am attaching our farewell message that we will be posting through March 25, our last day at the markets.
1309 5th Street, NE via Greenheart Juice Bar & Cafe
Thanks to Becky for sending Greenheart updates: (more…)
From the USDA, Located outside USDA Headquarters on the corner of Independence Avenue and 12th St, SW:
“If you haven’t made it out to the USDA Farmers Market yet, mark your calendar and join us! Friday will be a day that you don’t want to miss!
In celebration of National Farmers Market Week, join the USDA Farmers Market for this special one-day event on Friday, August 12th from 9 AM – 2 PM. The USDA Farmers Market will be expanding our weekly market offerings to include special guests, additional exhibitors, a recipe demonstration, family-friendly activities, a petting zoo, a face painter, kids activities and prizes at our Produce Pals tent, and much more! (more…)
Ed. Note: In a Pickle closed down at Eastern Market back in March.
Thanks to Jesse for sending the devastating news from Number 1 Sons:
“Hello Number 1 Sons and Daughters,
Number 1 Sons will be closing at the end of the month. Our last weekend at markets will be August 28th and 29th. Unfortunately, we’re unable to continue operating in our current space. Our final market schedule is at number1sons.com.
Since 2012, we’ve made pickled and fermented food and drink that we’ve brought to our neighbors at farmers’ markets across the Washington DC area. (more…)
photo by Clif Burns
Following the good news about the Bloomingdale Farmers Market opening this Sunday comes news about 14th and U Street, NW:
“Mark your calendar and spread the word: @14UFarmersMkt reopens for its 16th season this Sat May 21 at 9 am.”
photo by Lauren Parnell Marino
“Dear PoPville,
Does anyone know what’s going on with the Bloomingdale Farmer’s Market? I haven’t seen any word if they opened as they typically do in May”
The markets & more page still has only 2021 listed and their social media for Bloomingdale hasn’t been updated either. Anyone know what’s up?
Update: OP says they now hear opening should be this Sunday!
David asks: “got any idea what this parking permit is for? Are we getting a new Wednesday afternoon farmers market?? This is across the street from the Columbia Heights Giant.”
Between Harry Thomas Way NE & The Metropolitan Branch Trail via NoMa BID
From an email:
“We’re so excited to launch the new NoMa Farmers Market at Alethia Tanner Park every Thursday (3-7PM) during the months of May through September. The NoMa BID is proud to partner with Diverse Markets Management to bring this new, convenient shopping experience for fresh food options to the neighborhood – and to welcoming this diverse group of local vendors: (more…)
rendering courtesy Jair Lynch
From a press release:
“Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners (“Jair Lynch”), a leading owner and developer of mixed-use properties and attainable housing in the DC metro area, in partnership with JBG SMITH today announced that a new farmers market will be coming to Half Street SE, the iconic DC ballpark and entertainment destination in Ward 8. The Half Street Central Farm Market will open on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at 9 AM (more…)