WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Wisconsin Rapids is celebrating National Farmers Market Week this week.
National Farmers Market Week runs Aug. 2-8, highlighting the role local farmers markets play in supporting local agriculture, strengthening communities and helping provide access to fresh and healthy food.
The Wood County Health Department announced it would celebrate the national week at the Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6 and Saturday, Aug. 8 at 220 First Ave. S.
Special activities this week include a children’s coloring contest, farmers market bingo, treats and giveaways, according to the Wood County Health Department announcement.
“National Farmers Market Week is a time to recognize the importance of local food systems and the farmers who make them possible,” said Mai Thao, manager of the Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market. “We’re especially excited to expand access this year through our Double Dollar program, ensuring more members of our community can enjoy fresh, locally grown produce.”
The new Double Dollar program lets shoppers increase access to nutritious food. Shoppers who use SNAP/EBT can double their spending up to $20 per market day to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, according to the Wood County Health Department release.
For more information, visit healthypeoplewoodcounty.org/locations-wisconsin-rapids or find Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market on Facebook.
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