While produce is plentiful throughout the seasons, people stop by their local farmers’ market consisting of tables upon tables of fresh fruit, vegetables, meats, and so on. As markets are wonderful resources for people, the majority of Polinger’s communities are just minutes away from various farmers’ markets. Not only that, but most of our communities offer upgraded and spacious kitchens, ideal for preparing a delicious meal with the freshest produce from our local farmers’. Did you know that there are more than 198 farmers’ markets in and around the DC area?
Just steps from The Swift Petworth is the Petworth Community Market. Open from May to November, this is a non-profit organization by Petworth residents. By offering the great opportunity for Petworth citizens to sell, trade, and promote produce, goods, and services, their goal is to improve the quality of life for local producers, artisans, and
entrepreneurs as well as residents and neighbors. They even host musicians, artists, and local organizations throughout the season.
Bethesda Central Farm Market is right around the corner from Bethesda Place, which is located in downtown Bethesda, on the lot of Bethesda Elementary School. As one of the largest farmers’ markets in the region, they host over 100 vendors and artisan food producers year-round. They are open from early April to late December. This market features table seating, music, local Maryland winery and brewery tastings, kids club activities, chef demos, and more.
Located in the welcoming city of Gaithersburg, Brighton Village is right by two farmers’ markets, the Main Street Farmers’ and Artists’ Market and Fulks Corner Farmers’ Market. The Main Street Farmers’ and Artists’ Market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Artists join farmers with handcrafted items. Located in the Main Street Pavilion at 301 Main Street, they offer a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, jams and jellies, herbs, flowers, potted plants, baked goods, dog treats, meat, eggs, and honey. Arts and crafts vendors offer handmade jewelry, quilts, purses, clothing, children’s accessories, and more.
Located at the corner of Route 355 and Fulks Corner Avenue in Olde Towne, the Fulks Corner Farmers’ Market is open on Thursdays from early May to late November. Although there are no crafters at this particular market, they also offer a wide assortment of fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, herbs, flowers, plants, jams and jellies, honey, cider, and many more items at affordable prices.
Near both Congressional Towers and Rollins Park in Rockville, Maryland is Shady Grove Farmers’ Market. They are open Wednesdays from early May to late October. They are nationally recognized as one of the 100 Best Markets in America by the Daily Meal, as they feature weekly farmers, food trucks, artisans, and wineries.
Don’t miss out on these awesome farmers’ markets and stock up on local produce! Call our leasing offices today to schedule your personal tour and enjoy these fresh finds in the comfort of your luxurious kitchen at one of our many ideal communities!