Visit MainStreet market Thursday in Cook Park

MainStreet Libertyville's farmers market opens for the season Thursday in Cook Park downtown.

Mayor Terry Weppler officiates at the annual watermelon cutting ceremony at 9 a.m.

The market is open 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 18. Many returning vendors offer fresh produce, artisanal breads, pastries, flowers, cheeses, free range meats and eggs, kettle corn, pickles, olives, mushrooms, organic vegetables, sauces, local honey, goat milk products, appetizers, empanadas and homemade dog treats.

Go to mainstreetlibertyville.org or call (847) 680-0336.