Mayor: Jennifer P. Dougherty

CONTACT: Nancy Gregg Poss, Public Information Officer, 301-360-3842
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, July 06, 2005

DOWNTOWN FARMER’S MARKET CLOSES PORTION OF CARROLL STREET ON FRIDAY

Frederick, Md. --- Please be advised that Carroll Street, from Patrick Street to All Saints Street, will be closed on Friday, July 8, from 4 - 8:30 p.m. This closing will accommodate the latest endeavor of the City of Frederick’s Department of Economic Development Office the Downtown Frederick Farmers’ Market.

This market will be held this Friday, as well as on August 12 and September 9. The market is open from 5 - 8 p.m. This Home Grown Here event features locally grown fruits, vegetables, organic produce, fresh cut flowers and baked goods from some of the best names in Frederick County agriculture. In addition to local produce, the Downtown Frederick Farmers’ Market will offer live music, art and activities. The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, located on Carroll Street, will stay open late offering access to their gallery of fine arts. In the event of rain, the Delaplaine will also serve as the indoor location of the Downtown Frederick Farmers’ Market. Not just a farmers’ market, this is an event for the whole family.

We apologize for any inconvenience this street closing may have on you. Thank you for your cooperation! For more information call 240-629-6360 or visit our website at www.cityoffrederick.com.