Audra’s Top Finds from the City Center Farmers Market in Florence

From a yellow tropical sun watermelon to hand-crafted soap, Audra shares her favorite finds from the farmers market in Florence.

With summer in full swing, now is the time to head out to your local farmers market.  Here are the top reasons to visit yours this week.  You get fresh, local foods, it’s a farm to table literally.  It’s good for your health as produce and foods are minimally processed.  You will find wider varieties and seasonal products.  It’s affordable.  Due to shorter travel you get more bang for your buck. It’s supports family farmers and you know where your food is coming from.   You’re helping the environment.   Shopping is more social there.   It’s a great place to meet friends and connect with your local growers and small business crafters.   Shopping your local farmers market supports the local economy, putting your money goes back into the community.

Audra visits the City Center Farmers Market in Florence Saturday and brings in her favorite finds:  A tropical sun watermelon, zinnias, two varieties of cucumbers including the quirky “Quirk” variety from Sophronia’s Farm in Lynchburg, SC.   Local honey, turmeric, oatmeal honey lavender soap, a hand crafted dog shampoo bar, a hand-crafted wash mitten made from 100% cotton yarn and a back cloth for the shower…all from Crafty Maibritt. Crafty Maibritt is a farm in Lake City, SC.

The City Center Farmers Market and Kitchen is operated by the City of Florence’s Local Food Initiative.  The City Center Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 9 am-1 pm and seasonally, April through October, on Tuesday evenings from 4 – 7 pm.   It is located at 200 Sanborn Street, behind the Federal Building.