Farmers market is returning to Algonquin

The Downtown Algonquin Partnership merchants' association is planning its fourth farmers market set to begin Thursday, May 20, in a public parking lot on South Harrison Street, one block east of Route 31. It will run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday throughout the summer.

Event organizers are currently registering vendors. Any fresh produce, plant or flower vendor interested in reserving a booth at a full-season discounted rate must call Gabriele Reego at (847) 458-9779.

The farmers market will conclude Saturday, Oct. 9, with the Old Time Country Harvest Festival that will feature free games for kids, a pumpkin contest, craft fair and other family activities. Call Diane Perrone at (847) 650-6794 for details.

The Downtown Algonquin Partnership is a merchants' association formed in 2003 to promote Algonquin's Old Town District and downtown businesses. It welcomes new members and volunteers to help with the farmers market.

For details about how to get involved and support the Downtown Algonquin Partnership, visit downtownalgonquin.org.