Farmers' Market Address:

Village Shopper Parking Lot, 1340 Rt. 206 directly across from Montgomery Cinema and Shop-Rite.
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Credit: Rachel Mackow
Mackow Cat Tail Brook
Credit: Rachel Mackow

 

 

parking area Cherry -Hill Road
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Who We Are

Montgomery Friends of Open Space (MFOS) is a nonprofit all-volunteer organization formed in March 2002. Our main goals are to preserve remaining open land in Montgomery Township, to act as stewards for the properties already preserved, and to run a farmers' market to support local agriculture. Our township’s population has doubled in the past 15 years. By working hard to protect the remaining open land, we hope to achieve a better balance between growth and preservation.

Preservation

Although MFOS is an independent organization, we work closely with Montgomery Township and rely on their Conservation Plan to help implement open space goals. Some of the funds available for land preservation from the State of New Jersey Green Acres Program are set aside only for nonprofits such as MFOS. We then match these funds with other contributions to purchase open land or development rights. Significant funding is also available to MFOS for farmland preservation under the State Agricultural Development Committee's Farmland Preservation Program. MFOS is also actively involved with the Township in developing an extensive network of bike paths and recreational trails within Montgomery.

 

Cherry Valley Greenway
Cherry Valley Greenway
Drake Farm Closing
Drake Farm Closing
Platz Farm
Platz Farm

Stewardship

Preserving open space is just the first step. Preserved properties need to be maintained to preserve wildlife habitat. Pathways need to be created so that the public can safely enjoy these spaces.

Montgomery Friends Farmers' Market

MFOS runs a farmers' market every Saturday from June through October from 9 am to 1 pm. By offering fresh, locally-grown produce, poultry, organic vegetables, herbs, flowers, salsas, fresh bread, and more, MFOS is supporting local farmers and New Jersey agriculture.

On Saturday, June 18th, a Montgomery Girl Scout troop will run a booth about the importance of sustainable living. The Montgomery Business Association will also have a booth at the market

 

Eat Local Table
"Eat Local Table"
JD Gormet
JD Gourmet


Spring Nature Photo Contest!

We are pleased to announce the winners of the Spring Nature Photo Contest (sponsored by Montgomery Friends of Open Space)!

 

Bob Mulholland of Old Bridge won first place for his Sunset Over Montgomery Park. Bob receives a Canon 2300 Digital Camera, courtesy of Joon Digital Photo Studio, 1340 Route 206 in Skillman.


Maia Reim of Skillman won second place for Summer Dreams at Bedens Brook. Maia wins a gift certificate to Montgomery Friends Farmers’ Market, (opening this Saturday, June 9, 9am - 1pm at Village Shopper).

 

The top photos are on display until July 1 at Mary Jacobs Library, 64 Washington Street, Rocky Hill 08553. The other top photos selected and currently on display are from the following photographers: Susan Cruser, Isabella DeAnglis, Lydia Heck, and Kristin Pierson. Congratulations to all!

Thanks to Joon Digital Photo Studio and Jersey Fresh Photos!