For Immediate ReleaseFor More Information, Contact
September 12, 2007
PIO# 221-07/sjm
Steve Mason, Director of Communications, at 703.838.4300


City Schedules Grand Opening of the West End Farmers’ Market

The public is invited to the grand opening of the West End Farmers’ Market at 10 am on Sunday, September 16 at Ben Brenman Park, located at 4800 Brenman Park Drive. The West End Farmers’ Market is open to the public on Sundays through October from 9 am to 1 pm, and features home baked goods, breads and pastries, and locally grown organic produce.

Grand opening activities include greetings from the Mayor, a visit from Clown EJ, musical entertainment by Michael Yugo (acoustic rock), popcorn, balloons, food tasting and more!

Public transportation is available to Ben Brenman Park. For DASH bus schedule information, call 703.370.DASH (3274) or visit www.dashbus.com. For Metrobus or Metrorail schedule information, call 202.637.7000 or visit www.wmata.com.

The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the City's Human Rights Code and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request a reasonable accommodation or to request materials in an alternative format, call Jack Browand, Division Chief with the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, at 703.838.5095, extension 273 (TTY 703.838.4902) or email jack.browand@alexandriava.gov.

For additional information call 703.838.4343.
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