Millerton Farmer’s Market opens Saturday, May 18
John Coston

Millerton Farmer’s Market opens Saturday, May 18

The Millerton Farmer’s Market will open Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church on Dutchess Avenue in Millerton.

The North East Community Center in Millerton sponsors the market. In its May newsletter, NECC noted applications to be a vendor and for organizations to use the weekly community table are still being accepted. Reach out to via email paul@neccmillerton.org to request more information.

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