The Farmer's Market Returns

And the beat goes on…

Weekly Food Drive will help families in need

The Pickering Town Centre will be kicking off its Second Annual Farmers’ Market

this coming Tuesday, June 26^th. And once again, they will be holding an ongoing,

weekly food drive.

The Market will take place every Tuesday from noon until 7pm, right up until October

16^th. It’s located near Entrance 4 at the Pickering Town Centre’s east parking lot, right

across from Pickering City Hall and adjacent to the Durham Region Transit bus loop.

The Market will help farmers and growers sell their fresh products directly to the public. And Lorna Murphy, Marketing Director, Pickering Town Centre, also adds, “A number of new vendors have also joined us, offering everything from hot sauce to home made soups, jams and jellies.”

In keeping with its ongoing commitment to the community, the Market will once again be collecting donations for the area’s two food banks: St. Paul’s on the Hill and the Salvation Army House of Hope. Those planning to visit the Market are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations.  Last year, 2,600 food items were collected, and they hope to collect 5,000 items this year. 

The Market will not just feature food: they are also committed to promoting local performing arts and culture. Joining in on the fun will be two new mascots: “Slice” an apple with attitude and “Phil” the bag man. There will be music and entertainment, again provided by the talented students from Creative Math & Music. 

We hope to see you out and about at the Market this season! For further information, please visit the Pickering Town Centre’s website: www.pickeringtowncentre.com