The many reason's why I shop at the Public Market.
Supporting local farming.
I am a firm believer in supporting and giving
my hard earned money back to the cities and towns around me,
instead of large franchises and corporations.
Don't get me wrong,
I love Wegman's and Taget
but I would rather (when I can)
shop at the local Mom and Pop shops (the few left)
and public markets.
Whether I am buying furniture at the local antique
or thrift shop or I am buying fresh
veggies at the market,
it is my small way of giving back to the
local community:)
Quality plus quantity.
Every Saturday I make it the the market,
I always feel like I am leaving with so much food,
for so much LESS money that I would shopping at
Weggy's or Tops.
I am always supper excited to get home and lay out
all the fresh meats, fruits, and veggies...
to see how much goodness I actually got for 30-40 dollars!!!
Check out the last market sesh.
And let's no forget to mention the QUALITY.
Yes, you do have to use the produce faster than
processed fruits and veggies you would find at your
local grocery,
but the FRESH organic taste makes up for this.
Plus if you are cooking all week or canning
there is no waste!
You can use produce up in no time.
It's all about planning.
Culture.
My most favorite reason for going to the market is
the cultural experience I get from it.
Meeting new people and being exposed to all
sorts of ethnical back grounds in one small area
right near my home is astonishing to me.
I have learned so much from different vendors,
whether is cooking tips,
or how they cultivate their lands...
seriously,
never a dull moment.
I love it.
Kimmie Boscoe:)
History Brief.
Part of the City's Department of Recreation and Youth Services,
Rochester's Public Market has served the community since 1905.
Bargains abound Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 52 weeks a year.
Local vendors offer their fresh produce, ethnic delicacies, specialty items, and so much more.
In addition, an array of independent local businesses are anchored
on Market grounds and in the surrounding Market District.
For over a century the Market has been a link between the city,
its countryside, and the region's farmers;
and has been a source of diversity, character, community,
and substantial contributions to the region's economy, ecology, and equity.
Today, the market combines the traditions of owner-operated family
enterprise, and healthful farm-fresh quality with the values
of buying direct from the producer.