The next market I want to talk about for my Guide to Savannah Area Farmers Markets is a very stark contrast to the Forsyth Farmers Market. The Bethesda Farm Stand is a totally different pace from the Forsyth market; it's way quieter and more remote. The Bethesda Academy for Boys originated as an orphanage in 1740. Now it is a boarding school where kids come for classes and live during the week, but go home on weekends. One of the school's programs includes an on site organic farm that grows produce, raises free-range egg-laying chickens, and breeds Nigerian dwarf goats. They use the goats' milk to make soap through a partnership with Nourish. They sell produce, eggs, soap, and fresh flowers at the farm stand.
Bethesda's prices are reasonable and the quality is exceptional. Another advantage of visiting the farm stand is that it's usually not too crowded, whereas the Forsyth market is consistently thronging. At Forsyth, it's nearly impossible to get in and get out quickly with your groceries, but it's easy to shop at your own pace (whether that be in a rush or taking your time) at Bethesda. Also, you can practically hear the goats and chickens from the stand. It's refreshing to to be in such close proximity to the source of the food that you're buying.
Another great quality of the stand is that it's in a pretty unique location. To my knowledge, there are no other markets or organic groceries in this neighborhood. It's very convenient for people in both Sandly and Southside Savannah. It's only a 10 minute drive from both Savannah State University and Armstrong Atlantic State University, so it's very accessible to students. Check out the Bethesda Farm Stand on Thursdays from 3:00-5:30 in the afternoon. Here's the link.
http://www.bethesdaacademy.org/academics/work-experience/bethesda-farm-gardens/
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