Want fresh produce and maybe live entertainment? Check out these Newport Co. farmers markets.
Whether you're in the mood for fresh, locally grown produce or ready to dig that shovel into the ground and start planting, there are plenty of farmers markets across Newport County that can help out.
Options are available both on and off the island, with various markets taking place four days a week and creating plenty of possibilities to find one that fits your schedule.
In addition to produce and plants, some locations also offer prepared foods, baked goods, meats, poultry and fish.
Check out these offerings across the region:
Aquidneck Community Table’s Growers Markets
According to the website, "Aquidneck Community Table’s Growers Markets provide easy access to seasonal, regionally-grown food and greater awareness of the benefits of eating fresh local foods for our health, the strength of our local economy, the viability of agricultural life, and the future of our earth.
"Our marketplaces feature both organic and conventionally-grown products that include fresh vegetables, cut flowers, herbs, fruit, plants, eggs, breads, baked goods, meats, seafood, cheese, salsa and prepared foods such as soups, vegan foods, Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern cuisine. All markets feature a changing roster of local artisans and food businesses."
Before heading out, a trip to the summer vendors page on the Aquidneck Community Table’s Growers Markets website will provide a list of vendors attending each market.
Monday Summer Market
Miantonomi Park
Hillside Ave., Newport
2-6 p.m.
July 11 - Aug. 29
Wednesday Summer Market
Memorial Boulevard
Between Chapel & Edgar, Newport
2-6 p.m.
May 18 - Oct. 26
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Saturday Summer Market
Embrace Home Loans Campus
25 Enterprise Drive, Middletown
9 a.m. - noon
May 7 - October 29
Tiverton Farmers Market
Established in 2020, the market recently moved to the Tiverton Middle School to accommodate more vendors as it continues to grow. Offering a mix of produce, plants, crafts and more, it also typically includes live music.
For a list of vendors or to learn more visit tivertonfarmersmarket.com
Tiverton Middle School gym
10 Quintal Dr
Sundays, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Jamestown Farmers Market
Offering outdoor and indoor vendors, the Jamestown Farmers Market is centrally located in downtown Jamestown, on the main street next to the bay, and features featuring local organic vegetables, meats, crafts and artwork
Jamestown Recreation Center
41 Conanicus Blvd
Mondays, 3 - 6:30 pm
June 20 to Sept. 5
This article originally appeared on Newport Daily News: Newport County farmers markets in 2022 offer fresh produce, meats
