Yankees-Red Sox, Farmers Market Part of Friday Festivities in Hamden

HAMDEN, CT — A day full of events is scheduled in Hamden on Friday, beginning with the weekly Friday Farmer’s Market and culminating with a simulcast of tonight’s Yankees-Red Sox showdown on a 40-foot screen at Town Center Park.

Things get under way with the Farmer’s Market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the Hamden Public Library, located at 2901 Dixwell Avenue.

The usual array of vendors will be on hand, including:

• Spuds Your Way
• Firedog Food Truck
• PopCentric Gourmet Ice Pops
• Garden Groove Smoothies
• Elm City Kettle Corn
• Sugar Bakery & Sweet Shop
• Sweet Treats by Sonia

In addition, fresh produce from three local farms, Tuttle Ridge Farms, Borelli Farms, and Amelia's Greenhouse and Florist, will be on hand. Additionally, there will be a number of local organizations and handmade craft vendors.

Also, the Hamden Police Department will be offering special information on current classes and programs and P.L.A.C.E. Children's Museum & Creative Arts Center will be offering a number of children's activities.

After the market, the Yankees-Red Sox game will be shown in the park on the big screen.

The first pitch is at 7 p.m., but come early to experience the Redsox Mobile Showcase and S-Town Entertainment. The Showcase kicks off at 4 p.m., and DJ Rachel begins playing at 4:30 p.m.

Several food trucks will be on hand, as well. Make sure to bring blankets and chairs to watch the game.

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