MarkETs, OrChards & FaRMs If you don’t have the time to make it out to FOr MOrE MarkETs, the countryside, then immerse yourself in the OrChards & FarMs hustle and bustle of an urban farmers’ market! The Farm in RI The pawtucket Farmers’ Market, held at The guild’s outdoor beer garden every Friday night from may – October, will make you feel like you are in a European greenmarket without the plane ticket overseas. grab a pint and enjoy live music as you shop tables of fresh fruit, veggies, and local goods during the summer season. In rural Blackstone Valley, behold the bounty of burrillville Farmers’ Market! This open-air summer market is running every Saturday morning from june - September and offers multiple fresh produce vendors, local artists, baked goods, and other wholesome and hand- crafted treats. The high standards every Rhode Island farmers’ market has guarantees you only get the freshest Rhody items. adams Farm on the edge of northeastern Rhode Island is a splendid agricultural attraction. They have a great farmstand but are even more known for their wonderful family-friendly activities. Come pet their farm animals or immerse yourself in their other seasonal activities. In glocester, the beautiful barn at The Farm in ri welcomes you to peruse organic produce, fresh-cut flowers, and baked goods every Wednesday and Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. They also carry other locally-sourced meat, fruit and dairy products. Finally, if you’re here in the fall, take a trip out to Smithfield - also known as Rhode Island’s Apple Valley - to go apple picking. Jaswell's Farm has a variety of pick-your-own fruits and a farmstand featuring delectable homemade desserts that are sure to please. Another real gem is the small 6-acre, family-owned Leach Farm. They still water their orchard by hand and take real pride in the selection of apple varieties they offer. Take your time wandering Steere Orchard through the orchards, feeling the peaceful fall breeze, and munching on the different varieties of apples. TOuRBlACkSTONE.COm 23