Westmont Farmers Market Open for Business

At the stroke of 4 p.m. May 1, the Westmont Farmers Market became the first in the immediate area to start its 2013 season.

The farmers market, on Stratford Avenue at Haddon Avenue, is an opportunity to stock up midweek on fresh, local produce (and cupcakes, pasta, dog treats, cookies ... and much more). The market is open Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m.

The first market had 18 vendors ranging from farmers to prepared food sellers and specialty items. Now in its fifth full year, the market drew its largest slate of vendors this season.

Read more about the market's upcoming season at Westmont Farmers Market Readies Biggest Season Yet.

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There are already several special dates on tap for the 2013 season. 

May 29, June 12: Alpacas will visit the market

July 3: The market’s Fourth of July celebration and a chance for customers to stock up on Independence Day celebration items

July 31: Actors from the Ritz Theatre will perform selections from Xanadu

Aug. 14: Peach Festival, featuring music by Ray Long

Oct. 30: Closing day with a Halloween theme

Dec. 7: The annual winter market (Saturday)

If you're a farmers market devotee, don't forget about the opening of other local markets: Collingswood starts on May 4, Haddon Heights on May 5 and Haddonfield opens May 18.  

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