SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) – The Midtown Association is proud to present “Wednesdays at Winn,” a new, year-round certified farmers’ that debuts Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at Winn Park (1616 28^th Street). Sponsored by Midtown Parks and Sutter Health, “Wednesdays at Winn” will operate from 3 to 7:30 p.m. until November when market hours adjust slightly to end at 7 p.m. The market will feature 30+ open air booths filled with organic produce, flowers, and farmers’ market grocery items along with additional elements such as free fitness classes and eye-catching artistry. 

“First and foremost, the purpose of this new certified farmers’ market is to provide more open-air fresh food access to the entire community,” said Emily Baime Michaels, Executive Director of the Midtown Association. “In addition to that essential service, we encourage Midtown residents and guests to frequent the evolving park to watch how the new activation and continuing work on the historic central building transform the park into another vibrant gathering spot in the district. Increased visitation to the area will also drive more guests to nearby Sutter District businesses such as INK Eats & Drinks, Paragary's Midtown, and others.”

Open air markets such as “Wednesdays at Winn” play a critical role in the community by helping to maintain fresh food access to shoppers of all income levels while also providing additional safety aspects given the outdoor environment. Starting in September, the market will accept EBT, enabling CalFresh recipients to buy fresh, healthy, local produce. In line with all state and city guidelines, masks are mandatory, vendors are spaced at least 6’ apart, hand sanitizers, gloves and masks are available for use by vendors or shoppers, and numerous social distancing reminder signs are posted in at the park.

Also, special artwork will be added to the electrical boxes at Winn Park by local artist Brandon Gastinell. Brandon will be designing creative designs that will saturate the scene with modern pop culture and bright, bold colors and contrast. A Sacramento native, 2020 marks the first year that Brandon will be participating in the annual Wide Open Walls mural festival.

Open to everyone, free fitness and wellness classes will also be offered during “Wednesdays at Winn.” This free series of classes are provided for Midtown residents and visitors from May to October each week during “Wednesdays at Winn.” The classes are aimed at encouraging an active lifestyle and social interaction (with physical distancing in place), all of which are critical to the health of a community. Classes include yoga, meditation, and movement and some classes may require participants to bring a mat or towel. Class sizes are limited, and registration is required; registration will open each week and a link will be posted online.

“Access to fresh food along with a focus on fitness, wellness and social interaction all help to make for a healthy, well-rounded  community,” added Baime Michaels. “Especially during these extraordinary times, we think ‘Wednesdays at Winn,’ will fulfill a midweek need for fresh food and new experiences.”

For more detailed information about “Wednesdays at Winn,” including sponsorship opportunities, to inquire about how to be a vendor, or to sign up for an exercise class, please visit www.wednesdaysatwinn.com. For ongoing updates and to stay informed on the program, the community is invited to follow along on Instagram at @wednesdaysatwinn.

Parking is available in nearby garages, bike valet is available on-site during warm weather months, and attendees are encouraged to take SacRT light rail and exit at the 29th Street stop. The market will operate year-round apart from weather interruptions due to strong winds or rain, and will be closed on Wednesday, December 30. “Wednesdays at Winn” is owned and managed by the Midtown Association and is in addition to the thriving Midtown Farmers Market that takes place on Saturdays on 20^th Street between J and L Streets.

Midtown Sacramento is walkable and bike/scooter/car-share friendly with plenty of parking available in garages located at 1801 L Street or the East End Garage on 17^th Street between L & Capitol, valet parking in the Handle District plus various lots throughout Midtown. For additional transportation information, visit www.easeintomidtown.com. For more information about Midtown Sacramento in general, please visit www.exploremidtown.org or follow on social media – Facebook at www.facebook.com/exploremidtown/ and @ExploreMidtown on Instagram and Twitter.

Midtown Association: The mission of the Midtown Association (MA) is to create a center for culture, creativity, and vibrancy in Sacramento’s urban core. For more information about MA, call 916-442-1500 or visit www.exploremidtown.org.