A new farmers' market is now
open every Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the grounds of Saint
Anne's Hospital's main entrance on South Main Street. The new market
features produce and goods made from crops grown at Silverbrook
Farms of Dartmouth. Owned by Andy Pollock, the farm is one of the
oldest operating farms in Massachusetts, with a 350-year history. Its
produce is grown using sustainable methods, meaning no herbicides or
pesticides are used. Created as a way to provide the community with
affordable, healthful alternatives throughout the growing season, the
market is open to hospital staff and the public. The Hospital is
providing vouchers to patients who lack the means to get healthy food.
Recipes and cooking demonstrations will be part of the offerings over
the summer months. The market takes cash, checks, debit/credit cards,
SNAP, Senior Market coupons and WIC coupons. Click
here for a short 
video of the
market. For more information about the project, contact Saint
Anne's Hospital Office of Mission and Community Partnerships at
508-235-5055.
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