FEATURE story by Charis Patires
Lake Area Farmers Markets
Morgan County Farmers Market
It’s a sure sign of summer when farmers markets begin opening up around the Lake area. Each one is unique and has different items to offer. If you are looking for local, home-made, and fun items these markets have a wide selection of crafts, baked goods, produce and other merchandise from local vendors. Check out our list of where to go this season.
Opens: May 7, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: 600 North Hunter St., Versailles/Morgan County Library Facebook: Morgan County Farmers’ Market Held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, this market brings in a variety of vendors with items that may include baked goods, homemade household items, soaps, food, clothing and flowers. Held through September. Eldon Farmers Market
Opens: April 29, 3-6 p.m. Where: Rock Island Park Facebook: Farmers Market of Eldon Held every Friday through September. Vendors offering homegrown and homemade products will be set up selling everything from baked goods to handmade soap and decor. Last year an average of 15 vendors came to the market each week. This year, organizers say they expect about 10 more. Camdenton Farmers Market
Opens: May 4, 3-7 p.m. Where: Rodeo Road, across from Camdenton Middle School (next to Head Start) 38 VACATION NEWS
Above; Osage Beach Farmers Market. Below: Farris Fruit and Vegetable Market in Camdenton.
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Facebook: Farmers Market in Camdenton New this year, this farmers market is being offered every Wednesday through September to give the community the opportunity to shop for fresh items during the week. One of the vendors who attended the market on the Camdenton Square for years decided to branch off and host another market mid-week. Shoppers will find potted herbs, jelly, baked goods, dog treats, fresh eggs, wagyu beef, and vegetables and fruit in season. The bulk of summer produce will arrive in late May or June. Make sure to check out Marley’s Marvelous Garden where 11-year-old Marley will be selling sunflowers with proceeds going to Ukraine. April 22 - May 5, 2022
