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Nestled along Mountain Avenue in North Caldwell, NJ is Matarazzo Farms. This local gem is one of the few remaining working farms in Essex County, and the closest one to Montclair.
At this time of year, the most visible thing at Matarazzo Farms is the abundance of pumpkins. Set up on stands along the roadside, they make the farm hard to miss. There are round pumpkins, and oblong pumpkins, pumpkins for eating, and pumpkins for carving. They’re all there.
So you missed the Farmers' Market again this Saturday, big deal - head out to Matarazzo Farms in N. Caldwell where they have started their 50% off all plants sale! 
The Concord Grapes are safe! The little purple gems ripened just in time to avoid Irene's wrath.
Although there are a few green grapes still hanging on the vine, my real concern has shifted to the heirloom tomatoes. Unfortunately, they are not quite ready to pick. I hope the ride out the storm safely.
The Montclair Farmers' Market, which is as much a mecca for fresh local produce as it is for local conversation and socialization, opened today. Gorgeous peonies and live music played by local musicians, including John Ehlis with Cham Rand, set the scene!
I was there to pick up some produce and snap a few pics. Take a look!
Here's a quiz for the produce proficient: Name that produce pictured (at left) next to the scallions?