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Farmers markets this week

Antioch’s Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at Sequoit Creek Park, 845 Main St., Antioch. New this year, the Farmers Market, Food Truck Feast-i-val, and Sequoit Saturdays are being combined into one weekly event. Rotating food trucks, live entertainment, and a fun, family-friendly environment. facebook.com/EnjoyAntioch.

Arlington Heights Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays at the corner of Vail Avenue and Fremont Street, Arlington Heights. Fresh, locally grown produce, baked goods, honey, artisanal foods, popcorn, pet treats, and more. Weekly events include “Music at the Market,” “Little Sprouts Corner,” and more. arlingtonheightsfarmersmarket.org.

Aurora Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St. Fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and pastry items, local food trucks and vendors (including Dick’s Mini Donuts), coffee, one-of-a-kind artisan items and more. aurora-il.org/1595/Aurora-Farmers-Market.

Bartlett’s Rhythm & Roots Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at the Town Center, 215 S. Main St., Bartlett. Hosted by Arts in Bartlett. Shop the farmers market featuring local purveyors of produce, products and wares and stay for music from around the world. June 18: Asian-inspired entertainment with a Sister City celebration, plus a DJ-hosted K-Pop Dance Party. Food truck on site. Bring a lawn chair. Free. artsinbartlett.org/rhythmrootsmarket.

Batavia Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays on North River Street, between Wilson and Spring streets, Batavia. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products; vendors must grow, harvest and/or produce at least 75% of market products. The Artisan Collective will be held on the third Saturday of the month featuring handmade items from artists, makers and designers. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Batavia Farmers Market-evening: 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays on the South Riverwalk Plaza in front of city hall, 100 N. Island Ave. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Held in conjunction with the Batavia Park District's River Rhapsody Concert Series. Park in the public lot off North River Street between State and Spring streets, and walk across the pedestrian bridge. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sundays at Mike Rylko Community Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Locally grown fruits, vegetables, gourmet coffee, baked goods, specialty foods, and more. Live entertainment, kids activities, community organization booths and local business spotlights. vbg.org/FarmersMarket.

College of Lake County: 3-5:30 p.m. Thursdays at the College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Vegetables grown by students. facebook.com/clchorticulture.

Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays on the front lawn of the historic Dole Mansion, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Food vendors, live music, kids’ activities, beverages, food trucks, and more. Free parking available at the Triangle Lot and at South Elementary School and Lundahl Middle School parking lots. VIP Parking on the Dole lawn is $5 per vehicle. farmersmarketatthedole.org.

Daley Plaza Farmers Markets: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays at Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., Chicago. Fresh produce and prepared food, flowers and other garden plants, handcrafted merchandise and other locally-sourced goods. chicago.gov.

Deerfield Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays on Park Avenue, between Jewett Park Drive and Hazel Avenue. Conventional and organic vegetables, fruits, fresh-cut flowers and specialty products. Music and kids’ activities every week. Visit deerfield.il.us/301/Farmers-Market or facebook.com/deerfieldfarmersmarketIL/.

Downtown Downers Grove Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays at the train station parking lot, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove. Vegetables, fruits, baked goods and specialty foods, along with potted flowers, herbs/vegetables, makers and more. Live music. downers.us.

Dundee Depot Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Produce, baked goods, handmade goods, art, vintage and antique items, collectibles, repurposed goods, household, garden and resale merchandise, and services. eastdundee.net.

Downtown Elgin Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Fridays on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Featuring 30-45 vendors every week with fresh produce, handmade goods, specialty foods, and unique finds from local farmers, artisans, and small businesses. Kid’s Corner. downtownelgin.com/market/.

Elawa Farm Garden Market: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays, at Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest. Featuring produce, herbs and flowers harvested directly from the Elawa Garden and vendors. elawafarm.org.

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays in the parking lot of Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W. Brush Hill Road. Fruit, vegetables, cheese, meat, baked goods, more. elmhurstfarmersmarket.com or facebook.com/elmhurstfarmersmarket.

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst/

Evanston Farmers Market: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the intersection of University Place and Oak Avenue, Evanston. Free parking is available in the adjacent 1800 Maple Ave., Self Park. 7 a.m. access for seniors and adults with disabilities. evanstonfarmersmarkets.org.

Fox Lake Friday Night Live Market: 4-7 p.m. Fridays at Lakefront Park, 10 Riverview Ave., Fox Lake. Combines with the Friday Night Concert Series from 7-9 p.m. with a variety of food and beverage options from local businesses and food trucks. June 19: The Rainbows Lounge with Simply Elton. foxlake.org.

Geneva French Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays in the commuter lot at Fourth and South streets in downtown Geneva. Offering fresh produce, fine textiles, fresh baked goods, gifts, and more. bensidounusa.com/geneva/.

Glendale Heights Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays at Veterans Memorial Park, 220 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Shop for food, produce, crafts, and more from locally sourced vendors. ghrec.org.

Glenview Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays at Historic Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview. Seasonal produce, meat, eggs, cheese, bread, pastries, fresh cut flowers, coffee, chocolates, French pastries, smoked fish, herbs and spices, honey and empanadas. Free parking available in the Saints Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church and Historic Wagner Farm lots. No parking on Wagner Road. glenviewfarmersmarket.org.

Grayslake’s Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays on Center Street in downtown Grayslake. Fruit, vegetables, meats, seafood, wine, and more. grayslakefarmersmarket.com.

Highwood’s Evening Gourmet Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Enjoy food and drinks while exploring over 60 vendors and listening to live music acts from 6-9 p.m. Music lineup June 17 (Pride in the Park): DJ Alex Versage. celebratehighwood.org/highwood-evening-gourmet-market.

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington. Fresh produce and unique finds. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

Find seasonal produce, eggs, meat and more at farmers markets across the suburbs this week. Getty Images

Huntley Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays on Huntley Square along Coral Street. Fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and tasty treats from regional vendors. Music June 20 by HHS Jazz Band. huntley.il.us.

Lake Bluff’s Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to noon Fridays at the Village Green, Scranton Avenue and Sheridan Road, downtown Lake Bluff. Also, live music and children’s entertainment. lakebluff.org/residents/farmers-market.

Lake Zurich’s Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Fridays at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Over 30 vendors offering fresh produce, bakery items, sauces, honey, pesto, spices, cheese, eggs, fresh meat, artisan goods, and more, Hands-on crafts and creative activities, interactive children’s entertainment and performers. lakezurich.org/366/Farmers-Market.

Lisle French Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays in commuter lot B at 1001 Burlington Ave. Fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more. bensidounusa.com/lisle.

Lombard Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays at South Park Avenue at St. Charles Road, downtown Lombard. Seasonal fruits, vegetables, handcrafted goods, live music, and kids activities. lombardchamber.com/.

McHenry Stade’s Farm Market: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 3709 Miller Road, McHenry. Check Facebook or website for U-pick updates and weekly offerings. stadesfarmandmarket.com.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays at the West Metra commuter lot, Northwest Highway and Main Street/Route 83, Mount Prospect. Vendors from Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan feature fresh produce, herbs, meats, cheeses, breads, baked goods and specialty crafts. Drop off donations for Mount Prospect Food Pantry, used eyeglasses and hearing aids. mplions.org.

Mundelein’s Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays on Park Street between Lake and Seymour streets, Mundelein. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, candies, herbs, goat milk products, artisan crafts, candles, jewelry, soaps and more. The Little Farmers Club for kids age 3 to 12. Themed events each week. Hosted by the Mundelein Community Connection. mundeleincommunityconnection.org.

Naperville Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays in the Fifth Avenue Station parking lot, 200 E. Fifth Ave., Naperville. Locally grown food, breads, sweets, and an array of products. facebook.com/NapervilleFarmersMarket/.

Northbrook Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Meadow Plaza parking lot, Cherry and Meadow streets, Northbrook. Farm-fresh produce and other artisan foods. NorthbrookFarmersMarket.org.

Palatine Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the Palatine Train Station parking lot, 137 W. Wood St., Palatine. Features produce, meat and eggs from nearby farms, a variety of vendors and food products. Local musicians and entertainment. facebook.com/palatinefarmersmarket/

Park Ridge Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at 15 Prairie Ave., between Main and Garden streets. Fresh herbs, flowers, specialty foods, baked goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Free live music and kids activities every week. parkridgefarmersmarket.com.

Ravinia Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park. Fresh locally sourced produce and live musical performances. Music June 17 by Jeff Jazzman at 9 a.m. and Eric Perney's Groove Aces at 11 a.m. raviniafarmersmarket.com.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursdays at Petal Porch, Main and Prospect streets. Outdoor market with fresh produce, artisan goods, specialty foods, and more. bensidounusa.com/roselle/roselle.html.

Schaumburg Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays in the parking lot of Trickster Art Gallery, 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, certified organic produce, microgreens, pasture-raised meats, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses, and dog treats. Also, pastries, baked goods, olive oil, pierogies, empanadas, body care products, and knife sharpening services. Fresh lemonade, coffee, crepes, kettle corn, lunch items, and sorbet bowls made on-site. villageofschaumburg.com/our-village/visit/farmers-market.

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays in the parking lot on Riverside and State Avenue in downtown St. Charles. Fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey, and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

Wauconda’s Farmers Market: 4-7 p.m. Thursdays on Main Street, from Mill Street to the village hall, Wauconda. Fresh produce, flowers, meats, cheeses, breads, and more, with themed events and family fun. waucondachamber.org.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Fridays at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. A mixed market offering fresh produce along with a variety of other goods such as honey, greens, soaps, breads, cheeses, flowers, artwork, wearables and other products. bensidounusa.com/westdundee/.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at Main and Liberty streets in Wheaton. Featuring fresh flowers, artisan foods, music and more. bensidounusa.com/wheaton/.

Winfield Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at the southwest corner of Geneva and County Farm roads. 40 vendors featuring fresh produce and bakery items, specialty foods, handcrafted jewelry, homemade goods. In June, kids, age 10 or under, can pick up a special coloring page celebrating America’s 250th. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

Woodstock Summer Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Tuesdays around the historic town square, 101 N. Johnson St. Producers-only market. Saturday Storytime with Read Between the Lynes at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, weather permitting. Musical performances from local artists. woodstockfarmersmarket.org.