A new farmers market is set to open May 20 on the border of Norfolk. Dubbed Northwest Farm to Fork, it will be held the third Wednesday of each month, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Norbrook Farm Brewery, 204 Stillman Hill Road, in Colebrook.
Devin Grosso has joined with former Norfolk Farmers Market board members Lisa Auclair and April Carter to form a new nonprofit that will run the market.
“I have only lived here about a year,” said Grosso, “and when I came to town, I was so excited to find a farmers market—and then I learned it was shutting down. I knew I was new to town, but I wondered if there was a way to bring it back. Then I met Lisa through the Botelle Garden Committee, and she put me in touch with all the vendors.”
The women are excited about the new location. Norbrook Brewery is a popular gathering place that also sells food and has animals to pet, live music and outdoor sports facilities. They anticipate the brewery’s clientele, and local foodies, will ensure the success of the endeavor.
“They have a pavilion, so we don’t have to worry about weather,” Grosso observed.
For the first year, the market will focus on food. “We’ll have microgreens, mushrooms, eggs, sourdough bread—our goal is to be a one-stop-shop for groceries. Everything will be local, fresh and homegrown,” Grosso said.
The board members are also reaching out to neighboring states for additional vendors to expand variety. Area residents can follow the market on its website, or Facebook page.