Times On The H Street Farmers Market

Thanks to Omar for pointing out this great Washington Times article on farmers markets generally & the H Street Market more specifically. As the piece notes, farmers markets have a rich history & can offer far more than just fresh produce. I'm frequently at the market on Saturdays & one thing I've noticed that sets thius year apart from past years is an increase in the number of children & dogs. I think suggests that the market is becoming a regular weekend ritual for more people (i.e. I think they come for more than just the food).

The mention of Center Market (page 2 of the article) provides the perfect intro for me to discuss another market (in fact an entire market district) that doesn't appear in the article. The Capital City Market (aka the Florida Market) located just to the East of Gallaudet. Capital City Market is one of the last historic markets in the city & there is currently a development plan being hawked by a few individuals that calls for the raizing of the market's existing structures so that a new building (supposedly with spaces for any vendors who wish to remain). The proposed new development would also include housing, a YMCA, a movie theater, an ampitheater &more. These plans would face, not only zoning hurdles, but also the fact that the chief proponent is a minority landholder & there is no secured financing to build the project.

To learn more about the Capital City Market join Richard Layman and me for a walking tour this Saturday morning. Details are here.