LANSING, MICH – The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) is excited to host the second of three Farmers Markets at the Capitol on the East Lawn of the Michigan State Capitol Building in Downtown Lansing. The events will kick off on Thursday, August 25 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. with the final event being held on Thursday, September 22.
At the August market, shoppers can visit more than 70 vendors from across the state who sell Michigan-grown and produced products ranging from fresh fruit and vegetables to flowers, meat, cheese, baked goods, prepared foods and much more. Two complimentary yoga classes provided by Lululemon Athletica will be held on the lawn of Capitol from 10:45 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Shoppers are encouraged to join in! In addition, shoppers can learn to prepare their favorite fresh, seasonal produce with cooking demonstrations provided by the James Sumpter, Executive Chef at Dusty’s Cellar at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. near the east steps of the Capitol Building.
“Hosting this event on the lawn of the State Capitol allows us to demonstrate the positive impacts Michigan’s 300 farmers markets have on their local communities. Our goal is to remind legislators that farmers markets stimulate the local economy, foster community development, and support the health and wellbeing of community residents,” explains MIFMA Executive Director, Dru Montri.
The market accepts Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) Bridge Cards, Double Up Food Bucks, WIC Project FRESH and Market FRESH, ensuring that all Michigan residents have access to the fresh, local fruits, vegetables, and other food products sold at the market.
Sponsors for the July event include CATA Clean Commute Options, Physicians Health Plan, Lansing State Journal, Michigan Farm Bureau, Michigan Restaurant Association, Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems, GreenStone Farm Credit Services, and the Department of Environmental Quality. The market is hosted by the Michigan Farmers Market Association, a statewide association with a mission to advance farmers markets to create a thriving marketplace for local food and farm products.
August 25 market map and vendor layout – click here to download and print!
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To find a full list of farmers markets in Michigan, including those that accept food assistance benefits, visit www.mifma.org/findafarmersmarket.