Farmers Market Returns Next Month

Save the Date for the opening of the much-awaited Mount Pleasant Farmers Market on April 9 at 3:30 p.m. at Moultrie Middle School! Admission and parking are free.

The market is the perfect place to buy fresh, locally grown produce. The family-friendly event has become a gathering place for locals and has inspired the market’s catchy logo “Get Fresh with the Locals!”

At the heart of the market are two large pavilions housing farmers and food vendors, an open-air plaza, plenty of green space, magnificent live oaks, and seating areas.

“Plan to spend a couple of hours exploring the market’s treasure trove of fruits, vegetables, flowers, preserves, dips, breads, pies, and other treats. Savor a fresh meal by one of our food vendors and enjoy live music and children’s activities,” said Market Manager Tracy Richter.

“Also available for your assistance are the Clemson Extension Master Gardeners. These seasoned volunteers can help solve most pesky gardening problems. You’ll also find community information from the Town of Mount Pleasant and various other non-profit organizations. Make the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market a weekly affair,” she added.

A list of returning and new farmers, vendors and entertainers will be available online soon at www.comeonovermp.com.

As in the past, entertainment by local talent and children’s activities will be free of charge. The market supports the SC Department of Agriculture Certified SC Grown Program.

Leashed dogs are welcome. Admission is free and plenty of free parking is available behind Moultrie Middle School, at Moultrie Plaza, and along Simmons Street.

The market opens every Tuesday at 4 p.m. until dusk. The season extends from April 9 to October 8. For more information about the upcoming 2013 market season, contact us on the web at www.comeonovermp.com or call Tracy Richter at (843) 884-8517.