I have been shopping at the Co-ip's Farmers Market for years already and it seems it is just getting better and better. I am so pleased to have local farmers at this market - "local" includes those from adjacent areas of PA and MD, fortunately. There are a bit cheaper (with more economic prices) and larger farmers markets at about 40 min or more away from Newark, but this is so close that I do not have to invest too much time - which is very important for me. I am very pleased that farm raised meat is available, too. Also, Big Sky Bakery comes regularly, which is great, as well as some other merchants with baked goods. Finding a place to park might be difficult, though. The parking is large, yet there are other shops opened on Sunday mornings (when the FM takes place) with their customers. The market does not operate after the Thanksgiving, but the Newark Natural Food Shop (the organizer of this FM) offers plenty of local stuff throughout the winter. - and they have a small restaurant throughout the year, with all the local goodies from the FM prepared on the spot. There are also some trucks which serve various fried food, pizza baked on real fire and similar - I am not a fan, but always see a long line of people waiting for their food. This FM is pet friendly, too. Overall, I am happy to have it in Newark.

You will find farmers' markets with better prices and bigger selections in a 20-mile radius, but I enjoy the homey atmosphere and the musical performances. Plus I like to patronize Newark Natural Foods, which organizes the market: they have done so much for our community. Another plus: you can drop off your unwanted goods at Goodwill, which is in the same shopping center and is open during market hours.