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Downtown San Jose You're Invited

Farmer's Market

Treat yourself to fresh produce at the Downtown Farmer's Market

The cozy outdoor market takes place each Friday, May 2-Dec. 19, 2008, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. along a charming block of San Pedro Street between Santa Clara and St. John streets.  (Note:  The market will be closed Friday, Nov. 28, the day after Thanksgiving)

It is definitely the best place to see and be seen. About 2,000 people visit the market each week. Browse through colorful flowers, gourmet foods and fresh fruits and vegetables from California-certified growers. Special fruit tastings and live music are offered throughout the season.

Parking: Get validated parking from the information table, directly across from the Market Street-San Pedro Garage.

 
October events at the downtown Farmer's Market

Friday, October 24 and 31 -- it's pumpkins galore at PumpkinFest

• Carve or decorate your own pumpkin and learn how to cook this brightly colored fruit with some delicious recipes.
• Guess the weight of the giant pumpkin. The winner takes home a fruit and veggie basket from Pacific Coast Famers' Market Association.

 
Featured Farmers 

• Enjoy fresh, off-the-vine produce for great fall recipes including seasonal Asian vegetables from Kay Farms
• Shop for sweet corn and heirloom tomatoes from Swank Farms of Hollister, six varieties of grapes from Hamada Farms of Kingsburg and award winning Caloleo Olive Oil. 
• Be sure to stock up on strawberries from Medina Farms before the raining season and also enjoy a wide variety of locally made honey products from Small Bees Honey.

 
Why shop at the Farmers' Market

• Real flavors - Enjoy the freshest and tastiest fruits and veggies available.
• Feel the Season - Connect with the earth, weather and cycles of multicolored produce.
• Family friendly - Support the growers, who put a personal touch and quality into their crops.
• Environmentally friendly - Let's reduce our plastic bag use this year! Bring your own bag and thanks for supporting growing methods that minimize impact on our planet.
• Know the source - Talk to the farmers, make friends, and learn much more about the food you buy.  You may also pick up a few recipe tips.
• Sense of community - Have lunch, meet friends and people-watch - the best in the South Bay.
• Explore downtown - Stop by the info table to find out where else to go.  You may also find an Ambassador who can give you more information and directions to downtown's numerous attractions.

The market is produced in conjunction with Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association. Call (800) 949-FARM for more information.

Interested in being a vendor at the market? Download the Downtown San Jose 2008 Farmers' Market Vendor Application (PDF).

Thanks to our 2008 sponsors:
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