Lawrence farmer's market to host "soft open"

Thursday, April 9, 2009

The downtown Lawrence farmer's market is hosting a "soft open" this weekend.

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The Lawrence farmer's market has some changes in store.

Home-made chocolates and baked goods will be available at the market along with the traditional local and organic produce. Several meat vendors will also be in attendance with offering a variety of products including buffalo, elk and more traditional meats like pork.

The Lawrence Farmer's Market will be held in a public parking lot between 8th street and 9th street on New Hampshire.

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