Weekly Farmers' Market Begins Wednesday in Downtown Toms River

Locals are invited to the first of 25 weekly Jersey Fresh Farmers' Markets beginning Wednesday in downtown Toms River. 

Held in Lot H, the parking lot located on the southeast corner of West Water Street and Irons Street, the market runs rain or shine every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

"The award-winning market will feature as many as eight farmers, a dozen vendors, as well as Downtown Toms River food, retail, and service-oriented businesses that set-up a booth at the market," reads a statement from Jody Alessandrine, executive director of Downtown Toms River. 

Each month features a theme and drawing with a basket of seasonal goods as a prize:

• June 5: Strawberries and Lettuce
• July 3: Blueberries and Sweet Corn
• Aug 7: Peaches and Tomatoes
• Sept 4: Plums and Eggplants
• Oct 2: Apples and Pumpkins

On the Monday before Thanksgiving — Nov. 25 — a special holiday market will be held, according to organizers. 

More information is available by calling 732-341-8738 or by visiting Downtown Toms River online.