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The Winchester Farmers Market offers more than just produce

,   and  Nell Escobar Coakley | Staff Writer
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Farmer Dave’s stand is just one of vendors at the Winchester’s Farmers Market. WINCHESTER NEWS STAFF PHOTO/TARA HUGHES

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Have you checked out the Winchester Farmers Market lately? Sure, you can pick up fresh fruits and veggies, but there’s a lot more on offer.

The Farmers Market offers not just fruit and vegetables, but other items such as seafood. WINCHESTER NEWS STAFF PHOTO/TARA HUGHES

Vendors are also offering prepared foods and baked goods.

Purchases support not only local agriculture, but Winchester artists, organizations and businesses.

Check out the many organizations and businesses at the Farmers Market each Saturday at the town common. WINCHESTER NEWS STAFF PHOTOS/TARA HUGHES

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The market is ongoing every Saturday, now through Oct. 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (rain or shine) at the town common.

Wright-Locke Farm offers plenty of fresh produce. WINCHESTER NEWS STAFF PHOTO/TARA HUGHES

Part time and full time vendor spaces are still available.

Street parking is limited, but free parking is available on Shore Road or in the Town Hall parking lot on Mt. Vernon Street. If you are a bike rider, make the Market your destination or enjoy a pleasant walk. 

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