Cold Spring Farmer’s Market Moves Indoors

The Cold Spring Farmer’s Market has found an early taste of spring - by moving inside to warmer, drier conditions. Last week’s snow storm postponed the move but market faithful (please excuse the pun) can now visit the market on Saturday mornings at the St. Mary’s Church hall at the corner of Main and Chestnut Streets. Hours will be from nine until one.

"We have a number of vendors who are still offering products into the winter months" stated market manager Mike Turton. Shoppers will still find an array of such items as cheese, bread, pies, apples, salsa, garlic, pesto, spiced rubs, honey, maple syrup, preserves and local vegetables. There will also be a selection of handmade seasonal items such as Christmas wreathes, woolen goods, scarves, hats and gifts.

"St Mary’s Church has been extremely generous in lending us the use of their hall. It’s a great space for the market - and a real community service to be able to extend the season" Turton said. He went on to explain that on some Saturdays there may be conflicts in scheduling which might cause the market to take a week off. Residents are advised to keep an eye on the Putnam County News and Recorder for any scheduling announcements. "We’d like to run the market until the end of January and then reassess. If we can continue to use the hall; if vendors and customers are happy - we’ll keep going. Maybe it’s one way of forcing an early spring!" he added.

Market organizers are also asking customers to actively support two local charities during the holiday season - the Putnam County Sheriff’s Toy Drive and the Philipstown Food Pantry. Market customers are urged to bring a new, unopened toy and contributions of canned foods to the market.