Business

Farmers market opens at state fairgrounds

Posted May 08, 2013 7:00 am

Associated Press

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Products Farmers' Market is opening for its sixth season at the state fairgrounds in Springfield.

Beginning this week, the market will be held in the Commodities Pavilion every Thursday evening through Oct. 17, except during the Illinois State Fair and on July 4. The July 4 market will be rescheduled to Wednesday, July 3. Hours are from 4 to 7 p.m.

Doctors and staff from Springfield Clinic will offer weekly health screenings and educational programs related to nutrition, fitness and wellness at the market. Springfield Clinic is a sponsor of the Illinois Products Farmers' Market.

More information, including a list of vendors and their products, is available on the market's website. Information is also available on musical entertainment, scheduled wineries and recipes.

Article Comments

Article Categories
Business Illinois News Region

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.