Farmer's Market

During the summer months, I like to go to the local Farmer’s Market on weekends.  It’s a great place to find local produce straight from the farm but you can find other items such as cheeses, clothing, jewelry, and wine.  

There are several Farmer’s Markets around town.  The one I usually go to is at Southwest Plaza. The Southwest Plaza Farmer’s Market is only open on Saturdays this year but others may be open Saturday and Sunday. There is also one in Lakewood at Mile Hi Church at the intersection of Alameda and Garrison. To find the Farmers Market closest to you, check out the Farmers Market website.

Many of the craft items are originals that you won’t see in the local department store.  They also have plants that are not available at the home improvement stores.

I like to go when they open at 8:00 a.m. as that is when you can find the best produce before it is picked over.  You also avoid the heat when you go early.

I think the best way to start is to go to the local coffee vendor.  Then you can take your time wandering amount the stalls.  I always save picking up produce until the last so I don’t have to carry it around but parking is close so it’s no problem to put it in the car and come back to the Market.  Just be sure to bring lots of reusable bags as the plastic ones the vendors use tend to break.

 If you haven’t been, check it out.  I think you’ll find it a fun way to start the weekend.

Enjoy!
Cheryl