at Lakewood, Ohio
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10
reasons
to shop at the
Farmers Market
•Fresh•
•Mouthwatering taste & flavor•
•Seasonal•
•Support small family farms•
•Protect the environment•
•Highest nutrient content produce•
•Variety•
•Locally grown•
•Confidence in knowing well your food in farm•
•Recipes and "Chef at the Market" classes•
•Community•
Go Green!
Over 380 billion plastic bags, sacks and wraps are consumed in the U.S. each year according to the EPA. Most of these end up as litter or in landfills. Do your part! Bring reusable bags or purchase one at the market! A $5 donation will get you a bag and help support Music at the Market.
Go
Local!
Since 1920, we have lost nearly 67% of our nation’s farmers due to the increase in corporate farms and pressure to “get big or get out” (foodroutes.org). Shopping at the farmers markets supports local, family businesses and helps them keep their land and livelihood.
When farmers sell to agribusinesses and grocery stores, they only receive an average of 20 cents for each dollar spent on their items. The rest goes to distributors, marketers, and the store itself. When you buy produce from your local farmer at the market, that farmer receives 100% of the profits and you help a small business in Northeast Ohio!
“Food miles” refers to the distance food must travel in order to reach its ultimate destination. The average food travels 1,500 miles from farm to table, and the amount of food air-freighted around the world has risen by 140% since 1992! Help reduce gas emissions -- Buy Local!
Nearly 25% of all the oil used in the United States is used for agriculture… most of this is used by industrial agribusinesses producing millions of tons of crops at a time. Help reduce oil consumption in the U.S. Buy food from your local farmer!
In 2002, the United States Department of Agriculture reported that only 3 states – California, Florida, and Washington – produce the majority of fruits and vegetables for the entire country. Enjoy the fruits of your own backyard – buy local!
Visit
the North Union Farmers Market Web site at: The Lakewood Market is open for the season 10 am to 1 pm through September 30, 2009. Vendors at the Lakewood Market:
Do you enjoy shopping at the market? Do you like the fact that you can find safe, locally-grown food for your family each week? There are many proposed bills at the federal level that will change the way farmers markets operate in the United States. For information on proposed changes to our local food system, visit American Farmland Trust’s website. Write to your representatives to tell them why YOU value local food and farms! SAVE THE DATE! The North Union Farmers Market is a non-profit community organization that operates and promotes farmers markets in the greater Cleveland area. Our markets sell only food and products grown and produced by local farmers and artisans. The Lakewood Market was opened in 1999. What's in season? Check here. |
Red Raspberries are here! An easy way to add a dash of color to salads or desserts, or great by the handful. Raspberries are high in antioxidants, dietary fiber and vitamin C, and make a sweet summer treat for kids!
Locally Grown Produce
at SIX Convenient Locations!
North
Union Farmers Market
P.O.
Box 201074
Cleveland, OH 44120
216.751.7656
email: northunionfarmersmarket@yahoo.com
North Union Farmers Market is a nonprofit organization incorporated in 1995 dedicated to educating the public about the benefits of eating fresh and local produce from Northeast Ohio farms. Its goals are to support farms in Northeast Ohio; to provide urbanites access to fresh, locally grown produce; and to create a wholesome family activity that builds community.
Presented by Lakewood Public Library
2009
Lakewood
Wednesdays
10 am to 1 pm through Sept. 30, 2009
Shaker Square Saturdays
8 a.m. to Noon
through Dec. 12, 2009
Crocker Park
Saturdays
9 am to 1 pm
through Nov. 21, 2009
Cleveland Clinic
Wednesdays
10:30 am to 2:30 pm
through Oct. 7, 2009
Chagrin Falls
Sundays
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
through Oct. 18, 2009
-All Market dates and locations-
