Farmers' are at the heart of a farmers' market because without them we wouldn't be able to bring Hartford fresh fruits and veggies. They typically come one hour before the market and set up stands showcasing what they picked from their farms in the last day. One of our favorite past times here at Oh SNAP! Hartford, aside from spreading the word that we double SNAP, is talking to farmers and learning about their produce. In the process we met Derrick Bedward who grows in Hartf

What time is it? It's the most wonderful time of the year! June came packing a punch of red tomatoes, purple asparagus, bright green lettuces, and vibrant turnips. The air is filled with chatter, dirt and the sweet smell of locally grown and made food. Yum! The last farmers' market in Hartford that accepts EBT/SNAP and doubles it opens up next Wednesday, June 28th at 10:00 AM and we could not be any more excited. Here is a list of Helpful tips to ensure you have a successful

A self-described world traveler who has made a home in Hartford, Colin Murray is the newest manager of the Farmers’ Market at Billings Forge. A former Spanish teacher who decided to leave the world of teaching for the world of community empowerment, I was excited to get to know him better. Here is what I found out: Colin grew up in Connecticut and attended college in New Hampshire. And although Connecticut boasts a large Spanish population turns out Colin learned how to speak

Farmers’ Markets are something like a mixture of a grocery store, a carnival, a food truck festival, with a sprinkle of picnic. They are community events that turn empty green areas and parking lots into summer food carnivals. From the market managers, vendors, shoppers and the neighborhoods who host these love fests dedicated to food it not only takes a community to raise it, but to keep alive. Farmers’ Markets begin with farmers, chefs, and crafters. They work the lands, pe