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Downtown San Jose You're Invited

Farmer's Market

Treat yourself to summer's freshest produce at the Downtown Farmer's Market

The cozy outdoor market takes place each Friday, May 2-Dec. 12, 2008, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. along a charming block of San Pedro Street between Santa Clara and St. John streets.  

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.

Why shop at the Farmers' Market

• Real flavors - Enjoy the freshest and tastiest fruits and veggies available.  Right now, fresh cherries are at their peak and the short blueberry season is in full swing.
• 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 dir4ections to downtown's numerous attractions.

Featured farmers:  Hamlow Farms provides fresh peaches and nectarines.  Ripen them  up by putting them in brown paper bags.  Also, Borello Farms of Morgan Hill will have locally grown cherries for sale.

Featured produce:  Fresh ripe cherries are at their peak and don't forget to pick up blueberries, they have a short season so get them while you can.

Featured food:  Did you know you can enjoy cooked seafood at the Farmer's Market? Enjoy fresh seafood cooked to order and then purchase some to take home and cook for yourself.

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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