FAIRFIELD COUNTY — The Fairfield Farmers and Artisans Market and Fairfield County Council on Aging are launching their first “Lunch at the Market” event in Winnsboro on Wednesday, July 31.
Lunch at the Market is an opportunity for older adults and community patrons to shop for farm fresh food, engage in conversation, meet neighbors for lunch, and enjoy the festive atmosphere with family and friends.
The goals of the event are to:
- Increase awareness and use of community markets
- Provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs.
- Equip participants with nutrition education opportunities
- Provide an opportunity for patrons to redeem their Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vouchers, SNAP, and Healthy Bucks tokens at participating markets.
Attendees can purchase locally grown fresh vegetables, locally raised meats, and handmade crafts. Features food trucks- PotBelly BBQ and Southern Squeezed Lemonade.
The event will take place July 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fairfield Farmers and Artisans Market, located at 117 East Washington Street, Winnsboro, SC 29180. The event is open to all community members.
Interested vendors may contact Jamie Vaine, Fairfield Farmers and Artisans Market Manager 803-917-7894 or farmersandartisans@yahoo.com
Fairfield County Council on Aging is a non-profit agency that provides a variety of programs and services to support seniors’ physical, emotional, and social well-being. To learn more contact fairfieldcoa@gmail.com or by phone at 803-635-3015.