Experience Perfect Harmony When You Buy Local in the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine
August 4th, 2011 categories: Belgrade Lakes Region
Long Pond in Belgrade Lakes
In the Belgrade Lakes Region, Maine’s lakes and mountains offer an opportunity for waterfront property owners to experience perfect harmony. From world-class fly fishing and serene hamlets on numerous lakes, ponds and streams, to scenic hiking trails including the famed Appalachian Trail, outdoor enthusiasts will find it all here. And while relaxing among all of this natural beauty, make time to shop local.
The farmers’ markets in the Belgrade Lakes Region feature fresh fruit and vegetables, cheese, eggs, meat, maple syrup, fresh baked goods, specialty foods plus arts and crafts. Occasionally you’ll hear live music and may enjoy weaving and spinning or other demonstrations.
What began as a gathering of local growers has grown into a weekly community event. From the spring cr0p of tender asparagus to the fall pumpkin harvest, you can buy it fresh from the farmers at the farmers’ markets.
Auburn: Wed & Sat 9-3, May thru Oct
On Turner St behind the mall.
Augusta: Wed & Sat 10-1, June thru Oct
Turnpike Mall
Western Ave
Augusta: Tue 2-6, May thru November
Downtown on Water St and Northern Ave
FMI: www.farmersmarketmillpark.org.
Belgrade: Sun 8-1, late June to Sept
across from the Village Inn
Belgrade Lakes Village
East Vassalboro: Fri 2-6, mid-May- Oct
Vassalboro Grange on Rt 32.
FMI: eastvassalborofarmersmarket.weebly.com.
Gardiner: Wed 2-6, late May thru Oct
on the Common (corner of Rt 201 & Brunswick Ave.)
FMI: www.gardinerfarmersmarket.org.
Hallowell: Sun 11-3, late May thru Oct
on the riverbank,
north end of Water St (Rte. 201) at the foot of Winthrop St.
Lewiston: Tue 2-6, July thru Oct
Kennedy Park, corner of Pine St. and Bates St.
Waterville: Thu 2-6, May thru November
in the Concourse parking lot along Appleton St & Main St
Downtown Waterville.
FMI: www.watervillefarmersmarket.org.
Wayne: Sun a.m., July thru Sept
on Bridge St.
in the park between the mill stream and the general store.
Winthrop: Sat 9-1, May to Oct
town office parking lot
Corner of Highland and Main Street
FMI: www.winthropmaine.org.
After picking up your locally grown and made items, make some time to check out these local lakefront listings by clicking on the box below:
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