Bellefonte Farmers Market Adds to the Lively Scene

Funky, funny little Bellefonte!  With a population of 1193 and a land area of .18 square miles, it’s hard to imagine it as an arts, antiques, and “eclectica” hot spot, but it is. Situated a stone’s throw from the Delaware River between the northern edge of Wilmington, Delaware and the Pennsylvania State line, this incorporated town is a  popular place for first time buyers as well as those who have lived there for generations.

A visit to Brandywine Boulevard found the Farmer’s Market in full swing last Saturday. Open 9-1 weekly until the end of September, the market features organic veggies from Highland Orchards and the CSA at Thornbury Farm in nearby Chester County.  A local bakery and mushroom grower, as well as a restaurant also had tables.

I took the opportunity to wander across Brandywine Boulevard  #903 to visit Tonya Smallwood at her shop, A Dance Through Time, “A place to find timeless treasures.” They are open Weds.-Sat. 12-5 and Sun. 12-4. See their Facebook page for more info.

Also take time to visit Bellefonte Arts at number 803  Information on classes and exhibits is available or check the Facebook page for Bellefonte Arts  Across Brandywine Boulevard at number 800 is Eclectica,for jewelry, scarves, soaps, and tchochkes for a wide range of tastes. You can check out their Facebook page. Open Tues., Weds. and Fri. 11-5:45 and Thurs. to 4:45. (302-888-1824)

The Bellefonte Cafe at 804 Brandywine Boulevard is also an interesting place with a highly recommended menu and live music . For a schedule of music performances, check the Bellefonte Cafe Facebook page.

Open 8 months a year (except July, August, January and February) is Garages aux Trois (formerly Sacks Thrift Avenue) with an assortment of second hand clothes and accessories. Located on Brandywine Boulevard behind Eclectica in 3 former garages (no heat or a/c, thus the seasonal limitations), Garages is open Thurs.-Fri. 12-6, Sat. 12-5, and Sun. 12-4.

For information about homes for sale in Bellefonte, Delaware, contact Carolyn Roland.