As summer heats up, hitting area farmers markets is probably an activity you look forward to. Before making your visits, check the web or contact locations for the latest word on safety measures—everything from prepackaging food and accepting preorders to possibly having to leave your dog at home—that will help keep you healthy while you collect a delicious bounty.
Franklin Street
Don’t miss this pop-up bazaar on the library lawn. Grab flavorful garlic scapes at Aficionado Farms and sweet strawberries and juicy tomatoes from Cecil Farms Produce, and choose a savory chicken potpie or sweet blackberry dessert from Be Happy Pie Company. Sat., 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; opens July 4.
2000 W. Franklin St., Evansville IN.
(812) 550-0996
facebook.com/franklin-street-bazaar
Henderson
The number of sellers varies from week to week but there’s always something here to enjoy. Boucherie Winery proudly touts its new touch of bourbon Barrel Reserve, and High Hill Orchard + Farm offers pastured beef roasts and pork chops. But it’s the locally grown produce that is the star of any farmers market. Cisneros Berries, Cates Farms, and Reid’s Orchard are just a few suppliers who bring freshness with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, lettuce, peas, broccoli and tomatoes. Tues., Fri., Sat., 8 a.m.–2 p.m. ; runs through Oct.
381 Sam Ball Way, Henderson, Ky.
(270) 860-0161
facebook.com/hendersonfarmersmarket
Huntingburg
The pavilion provides weather protection as you shop for dinner rolls, breads, and pies from Apron Strings Custom Baking, turkey tenders from Catering by Meyer, nutrient-rich microgreens at The Bloomin’ Circus, or garden-fresh produce from the Fleck family. Stop by the booth of Good Food Dear Friends for gluten- and dairy-free sweets and treats. A day at the market isn’t complete until you visit some of the specialty stores on downtown’s historic Fourth Street. Sat., 7–11 a.m.;runs through Oct.3.
Market Street Park Pavilion, Huntingburg, IN
(812) 301-2209
facebook.com/huntingburgfarmersmarket
Jasper
Making it, baking it, or growing it themselves is the pledge of this group of local suppliers. Behind the collection of farm stands, you’ll find people such as Kelly with her loaves of homemade sourdough bread, Bobbie and the maple syrup tapped from her own trees, Mariah offering the tastiest lettuce in town, and Abe with rhubarb, cabbage, collard greens, and green beans. Confirmed carnivores beeline for the ribeye from Hasenour’s All Natural Pork & Beef, as well as Beckman Family Farms’ pastured pork sausage. Sat., 8 a.m.–noon; runs through Oct. 3.
201 Mill St. Jasper, IN
(812) 630-6085
jasperfarmersmarket.com
Market on Main – Evansville
Located in the heart of downtown, it’s the spot where regulars
load up on vibrant strawberries, cherries, peaches, and apples
from Engelbrecht’s Countryside Orchard. Stoll’s Greenhouse is
also on hand with good-looking supertunias and ferns, as well
as bedding plants for your garden. But before you leave, stop
off on Main Street for chocolate chip cookies or mini cupcakes
from Sweets by Sadie. Wed., 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; runs through
Sept. 18.
1 SE Martin Luther King Blvd., Evansville, IN
812-213-0239,
facebook.com/marketonmainevv
Newburgh
The handsome Old Lock & Dam Park is the site of this weekly spread. With a slogan of “It’s not just a market … it’s a happening,” this community event doesn’t disappoint. Cope’sTraveling Garden and Larkins Produce bring fresh tomatoes, cabbage, cucumbers, and more as the season grows. The flavor of hormone-free eggs from J & N Farms is incomparable to those
you find in the grocery store. Enjoy browsing for products to fill your bag and belly. Sat., 8 a.m.–noon; opens July 4.
525 E. Hwy. 662, Newburgh, IN
(812) 853-2815
newburghfarmersmarket.org
Vincennes
With a temporary move to Gregg Park, this market’s vendors enthusiastically fill booths with the best local goods. Mayall’s Market and Greenhouse brings color with their lush planters and hanging baskets. They also have bedding plants and seeds for your home garden. Meek Farms’ fresh strawberries are a real treat when paired with Cornerstone Bakery’s butter pecan angel food cake or buttermilk cookies. Sat., 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (8–9
a.m. reserved for at-risk shoppers); runs through Oct.
2204 Washington Ave., Vincennes, IN
(812) 882-5162
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