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Newtown Farmers Market Grand Opening At Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park

SARASOTA, FL The Newtown Farmers Market has moved to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park on the corner of Cocoanut Avenue and Dr Martin Luther King Way. In celebration of this move the Market will be having a Grand Opening and the entire community is invited. Please join us on Saturday, May 18th from 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Every Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the market offers fresh produce to local customers. As an additional service, the market delivers to customers within a mile of the park. Please call ahead, no later than Thursday, for delivery. The Market offers, upon request, cut fruits and vegetables as well. (greens, cabbage, squash, pineapple, etc.). NEWTOWN FARMERS MARKET An extension of the Newtown Nation, Inc.: A diverse group of concerned citizens dedicated to creating solutions for a healthier, happier & safer community through cooperation and education. For more information about the Newtown Nation, Inc. please visit newtownnation.com.

The Newtown Farmers Market has been open for more than three years and is the sponsor of the Annual Big Mama’s Collard Green Festival held in October each year. It is a grassroots organization comprised of market vendors and supporters who are dedicated to promoting local farmers markets throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties. Through innovative partnerships, services (we deliver) and programs. The Newtown Farmers Market aims to benefit the farmers, consumers and local communities each farmers market serves. For more information please contact Mary Mack, Market Manager, at 941-266-2461 or email mcattck@hotmail.com