Ballston Partnership: Farmers Market, Arts & Crafts, Other Events

The Ballston Partnership, which functions much like a Chamber of Commerce specifically for the Ballston area, has several exciting events coming up!

First, if you want to get event information directly from them, visit the website: www.iloveballston.com

The Spring/Summer events start this Saturday, May 8th with the 2010 Ballston Arts & Crafts Market.

When: May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9
10am – 4pm
Where: Welburn Square (Ballston, 9th St N between N Stuart and N Taylor)

What: “Over 70 local artists, artisans and independent designers from Arlington and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic States bring together their unique, hand-crafted pieces, including diverse jewelry designs, whimsical pottery, handspun bags and purses, distinctive sculptures, and urban photography.” (continue reading…)

2010 Ballston Farmers Markets Starts May 27th

When: 3pm to 7pm every Thursday, starting May 27th through October 14th

Where: Welburn Square (Ballston, 9th St N Between N Stuart and N Taylor)

What: “With 14 vendors having signed up for the 2009 market season, the Partnership is looking to double that figure for the 2010 season. Together, the market participants will bring locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh cut flowers, all natural fresh and cured meats, artisan baked goods, organic coffees and teas, raw honey, and much more.” (Continue reading…)