The Eastern Market Partnership Board and Staff have decided to not host either the Saturday Market on the 4th of July or the Sunday Market on the 5th of July.
There are two reasons for this decision:
First, our front-line personnel deserve a proper break after months of continuous effort to keep the market open and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our staff members have continued to operate the Saturday Market while staffing new options including a drive-thru market on Tuesdays and curbside pickup options for Saturdays and Flower Season.
In addition, Eastern Market staff is now packing 2,300 boxes of fresh produce every week for free distribution through a variety of social service organizations.
The pace has been hectic and a break to recharge ourselves for the coming months is necessary.
Second, on the occasion of celebrating the Declaration of Independence, we encourage all to take some time from busy schedules to consider how we as citizens might work together to forge a better nation.
Our Tuesday Market will be open on June 30th with plenty of healthy local food options if you’d like to stock up for the holiday at the market.
We wish everyone a safe, happy, and thoughtful 4th of July weekend.