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Enjoy Will County, IL Farmers Markets - 2014

Enjoy Will County, IL Farmers Markets - 2014


     I married a farm girl.  And you might take the girl off the farm, but you don't take the farm out of the girl!   

     Many people share my wife's love of gardening ... and the "fruits" of a farmers or gardener's labors.  Fresh vegetables, fruits, seasonings, flowers, jams, jellies, and more!  

     When they're purchased at a local Farmers Market ... all are a great way of feeding yourself and your family fresh healthy foods, saving money, supporting local farmers, and keeping your expenditures local.

     In Will County where I live, many of the towns host Farmers Markets during the growing seasons each year.  So, I did a little bit of research and gathered info and directions to some of our County's best markets.  I've listed them below for your enjoyment and convenience.  

     I hope you have an opportunity to visit many of our local Will County Farmers Markets over the next few months.  They'll provide you a large selection of fresh produce, fruits, crafts, foods, services, and entertainment for you and your family to enjoy and benefit from. 

                           Will County Farmers Markets - 2014

New Lenox French Market
New Lenox Village Hall - South Lot
1 Veterans Pky, New Lenox, IL 
Days Open:
May 10th to October 4th, 2014
Saturdays:  9:00 am - 1:00 pm
For more info:  815.462.6400

Lockport, IL Farmers Market
222 E 9th St, Lockport, IL
Days Open:
June 3rd - August 14th, 2014
Mondays:  4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
For more info:  815-838-1183 

Frankfort, IL Country Market   
100 Kansas Street, Frankfort, IL
Days Open:  
April 27th to October 26th, 2014
Sundays:  10:00 am - 2:00 pm
For more info: 815.954.9788

Mokena, IL Farmers Market 
Southeast corner of Wolf Rd. & Front St., Mokena, IL 
Days Open:  
May 3rd to October 25th,2014
Saturdays:  8 am to 1 pm
For more info:  708.479.9631 

Joliet City Center Farmers Market
116 North Chicago Street, Joliet, IL
Days Open:  
June 2oth to October 10th, 2014  (Closed 7/4)
Fridays:  8:00 am - 2:00 pm
For more info:  815.774.6066

Joliet Junior College Farmers Market
1215 Houbolt Rd., Joliet, IL
Days Open: 
May 29th - September 8th, 2014   (Closed 7/3)
Thursdays:  2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 
For more info:  815.280.6622

Channahon Farmers Market
Channahon Park District (along Rt. 6)
Central Park
Days Open:  
Starts June 11th 
Wednesdays:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
For more info:  815-467-PARK (7275) 

Plainfield Historic Downtown Farmers Market
IL-59 & W Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL
Days Open:  
June 14th - September 27th, 2014
Saturdays:  8:00 am - 1:00 pm
For more info:  815.436.1342

Bolingbrook Farmers Market
631 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 
@ The Promenade Bolingbrook
Days Open:  
June 12th - September 18th  
Thursdays:  4:00 pm – 8:00 pm For more info:  630.235.1376 

Crete European Market
1321 Main Street, Crete, IL
Days Open:  
May 17th - October 11th, 2014
Saturdays:  8:00 am - 1:00 pm
For more info:  708.672.0729

Peotone Farmers Market
North and Railroad Streets, Peotone, IL
Days Open:
June 7th - October 18th
Saturdays:  
For more info:  nicolebunte@hotmail.com

Naperville Farmers Market     
200 E. 5th Avenue, Naperville, IL
(Included, as portion is in Will
Days Open:
June 7th - October 25th, 2014
Saturdays:  7:00 am - 12 Noon
For more info:  630.369-5638

Park Forest Farmers  Market
271 Lakewood, Park Forest 
(Included, as portion is in Will)
Days Open:
May - Oct. 25th, 2014
Saturdays:  7 am to 1 pm
For info:  708.748.1118

Aurora Farmers Market ATC
        
      Aurora Downtown Farmers Market:   
    June 7th -October 18th, 2014
    Saturdays:  8:00 am - 12 Noon
     Aurora West Farmers Market: 
   July 9th - September 10th, 2014 
   Wednesdays:  1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
   Aurora East Farmers Market: 
  July 10th -August 28th
  Thursdays:  2:30 pm - 6:30 pm   
For more info:  630.256.3370

Tinley Park Farmers Market
17375 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 
(Included, as portion is in Will)
Days Open:
June 7th - October 11th, 2014 
Saturdays:  8 am - 1 pm
For more info:  708.532-9260
 
      
     The average American eats less than 2 servings of vegetables per day.  That's almost 5 times less than the amount recommended by physicians.  

     For men to maintain proper health:  Eat up to 9 servings per day.       For women to maintain proper health:  Eat at least 7 daily servings.

     Will County Farmers Markets can be a great reliable resource for finding fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies ... at very affordable prices.  (Many local Farmers Markets accept Snap/Link/Assistance Cards. Please check prior to attendance, at each venue.)   

     Search out a Farmers Market in Will County or nearby.  You'll improve your diet and save money ... all while helping your local farmers too. 


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