14/11/2023
--Hanapēpē Sunshine Market moves to Waimea starting Dec. 7--
HANAPĒPĒ – The county’s Office of Economic Development announces that the Hanapēpē Sunshine Market will close its operation on Thursday, Nov. 30, and its farmers will relocate to the Hale Puna Farmers’ Market in Waimea starting on Thursday, Dec. 7.
The Hale Puna Farmers’ Market occurs every Thursday, from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., which follows the same schedule as the current Sunshine Market in Hanapēpē.
“After years of serving as a beloved staple in the Hanapēpē community, the Hanapēpē Sunshine Market has decided to merge with the established Hale Puna Farmers’ Market in Waimea as they share in the same commitment to emphasize sustainability, support local, engage with our community, and improve the overall experience for vendors and customers,” said OED Director Nalani Brun. “This merger will result in a larger and more diverse vendor community, offering a broader range of fresh and unique products for the West Side community to enjoy.”
For more information about the upcoming merger or any other inquiries, please contact Niki Kunioka-Volz at [email protected] or call 808-241-4951.
About the Hale Puna Farmers' Market:
The Hale Puna Farmers' Market is a dynamic and community-oriented farmers market that showcases the best of locally sourced produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items. Located at 9567 Huakai Road, it is a hub for local vendors and a beloved gathering place for West Kaua‘i residents. The Hale Puna Farmers’ Market accepts SNAP/EBT and DA BUX programs. For more information, visit https://www.halepuna.org/farmers-market.
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