Growth Economy
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Camp Washington Farmer’s Market
Every Thursday beginning July 7, 4–6 p.m.
Valley Park, 3220 Colerain Avenue
Find armers, bakers, crafters, and other vendors.
A new farmers market in Camp Washington Farmer’s Market launches July 7. Along with addressing the lack of food shopping options in the neighborhood, organizers are also hoping to provide a gateway for new farmers to enter the market, requiring only a weekly rather than seasonal commitment.
Two years after opening The Welcome (M)Art with the help of an Impact 100 grant, Wave Pool, in partnership with the Camp Washington Urban Revitalization Corporation (CWURC) is launching a farmers market to bring regular food access to Camp Washington.
For many years, Camp Washington has been considered a food desert due to the lack of food resources in the neighborhood.
A number of neighborhood organizations have stepped up. Welcome Project offers free meals, Washington Church of Christ has a food pantry and the Free Fridge. But that has not solved the issue for residents who are unable to buy produce in the neighborhood.
The Camp Washington Farmer’s Market is a temporary solution to a long term issue. Those interested in participating as a farmer or vendor can contact Cal Cullen, Wave Pool executive director (cal@wavepoolgallery.org) or Sidney Nation, CWURC executive director (sidney@cwurc.org).
Wave Pool will host an art activity each week for kids and adults alike who’d like to flex their creativity and keep their hands busy while shopping.
Funding for the Camp Washington Farmer’s Market provided by the American Heart Association and Hamilton County Nonprofit Relief Funds.