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The Hidden Benefits of Spending Time at Farmers’ Markets
I enjoy bonding with my daughter at the local farmers’ market
“What makes the farmers market such a special place is that you’re actually creating community around food.” — Bryant Terry
Every Saturday morning, my daughter and I eagerly look forward to visiting our local farmers’ market. It is a terrific way to start the weekend in a fun and relaxing environment.
Checking Out Different Local Farmers’ Markets
It all began last year when we were looking for something safe and enjoyable to do on weekends during the ongoing pandemic. We stumbled upon this particular farmers’ market advertisement on Facebook, so we decided to explore it.
At the time, it was much safer to shop and interact with others outdoors rather than indoors. Furthermore, this market was located only a short distance from home.
We enjoyed strolling around and browsing the outdoor stalls, all while remaining masked and socially distanced from others. Later on, as the pandemic began to subside, it became something that we continued to do because…
