University Community Farmers Market to Open May 16 on UB South Campus

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- The third season of the University Community Farmers Market will open May 16 on the University at Buffalo South (Main Street) Campus featuring a variety of new and old vendors and wineries selling fresh food and local products.

The farmers market will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Oct. 17, with the exception of July 4, on the Main Street sidewalk at Kenmore Avenue. Attendees can park for free in the Allen, Main and Bailey parking lots on the South Campus, directly behind the market.

The market is one of many programs UB coordinates in the neighborhood and is part of the university's efforts to strengthen its ties to the residents around its three campuses. Other initiatives include UB on the Green, a free outdoor performance series and neighborhood clean ups.

"Ongoing programs such as this farmers market are treasures of the neighborhood because they allow residents to come and meet each other, as well as to purchase local fresh food products to support their health. They also showcase our efforts to help make the South Campus neighborhood a fun, vibrant place to live," said Vincent D. Clark, director of community relations.

This year's vendors will include last year's returnees of Heaven's Gift Just for You home and personal fragrance products; Independence Hill produce, jams and jellies; James McHenry produce; Pasta Temptations and Sweet Greek Desserts.

New vendors will include Fairy Cakes cupcakes; Graves-DeMario Maple Syrup; Ken's Maple Products and Honey; Cheese Needs artisan cheese; and local wineries selling and sampling their wine from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nutritional information on fruits, vegetables and plants will be available to attendees as part of UB's educational mission.

The first Saturday of the month will have special events on topics such as healthy living, community building, safety and gardening. They will be held on June 6, July 11, Aug. 1, Sept. 5, and Oct. 3.

New food vendors are always welcome. For more information contact the UB Office of Community Relations at 829-3099 or go to http://www.buffalo.edu/YourUB.