If you’ve been paying attention to weather pro Tom Skilling’s reports, summer is finally winding down. Before you get too distracted by the excitement of saving money on air conditioning, don’t forget that there’s precious little time to shop for fresh, local goods at area farmers markets. Many close shop by the end of October, so make the most of the next couple of months and fill your home and tummy with produce, homemade soaps, flowers, honey, baked goods and more.
Hyde Park
7 a.m.-2 p.m. Thu., weekly through Oct. 25; no cover. Harper Court and 52nd Place cul-de-sac; 312-744-3315.
Daley Plaza
7 a.m.-2 p.m. Thu., weekly through Oct. 4; no cover. 50 W. Washington St.; 312-744-0565.
Logan Square
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun., weekly through Oct. 28; no cover. 2550 N. Milwaukee Ave.; 312-744-3315.
Green City Market
7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wed., Sat., weekly through Oct. 31; no cover. 847-424-2486. Upcoming cooking demos feature Susan Goss (West Town Tavern; Sat.), Chris Nugent (Les Nomades; Wed.) and Kevin Hickey (Seasons Restaurant; Sept. 15).
Southport Green Market
8 a.m.-1 p.m., 2nd Sat. of every month, through Oct. 13; no cover. Blaine Elementary School, 1420 W. Grace St.; 773-350-1246.
Hinsdale Farmers Market
7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon., weekly through Oct. 8. Garfield Street parking lot, between Hinsdale Avenue and First Street; 630-323-3952.
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Compiled by Fauzia Arain
