Farmers market prepares to open for season

For the second time, a Farmers market is coming to the Voorhees Town Center. Every Saturday, from May 11 to Oct. 5, vendors will bring Jersey Fresh produce and other food.

This year, vendors will line up outside “Restaurant Row,” on Town Center Boulevard.

“I think that will give it a different kind of feel — a little more urbanized. We think it will be well received by the public,” Mike Fox, Town Center general manager, said.

According to Fox, moving the farmers market would allow it to expand in the future, as well as spark attendees’ interest in the Town Center and restaurants.

Last year, the farmers market was in front of Macy’s, bringing 8 to 10 vendors to the event and a crowd with positive feedback.

Fox said the feedback from the attendees and the vendors caused the market to come back.

Mayor Michael Mignogna said this year is going to be another exciting experience for participants.

“We expect it to be even bigger and better than last year,” he said.

Fox said there would be more vendors this year. Vendors who attended last year will be there.

Returning to the Town Center are Bellview Winery, Davidson’s Exotic Mushrooms, Fruitwood Orchards Honey Farm, WoodsEdge Wools Farm, Duffield’s Farm and Talluto’s Authentic Italian.

Catelli Duo will also have a table set for serving breakfast foods and coffee.

Fox said the main feature of the event is the promotion of locally grown, fresh produce.

“That’s something that we are very proud of — keeping it Jersey Fresh,” he said, adding the vendors selling produce also offer storing and cooking tips.

The community involvement is another important aspect of the market.

Fox said the market would attract more area residents to the Town Center.

“We see people that come to the farmers market that support the community. It tends to be all different types of people coming to the market,” he said.

The market’s Jersey Fresh produce and Town Center atmosphere are going to be shared with the community, Fox said.

“Saturday mornings at the Voorhees Town Center Farmers Market bring together the community to support local industries,” Jessica Saphire, mall marketing director said in an announcement. “The farmers market joins the growing restaurant scene on Town Center Boulevard, providing a go-to destination for family activities and dining experiences.”