Taste spring’s bounty at farmers’ markets
As spring arrives, so come thoughts of fresh fruits and vegetables. And local farmers’ markets are gearing up to supply crop cravings. Here's a rundown of local farmers markets:
Hilton Head Island
The Farmers Market at Sea Pines Center is presented by Lowcountry Produce. The Sea Pines market is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March through December. Details: 843-322-1900.
Bluffton
Located along Calhoun and Lawrence streets, Farmers Market Bluffton is open year-round in Old Town. The market is open Thursdays from 2 to 7 p.m. March through September and from 2 to 6 p.m. October through December. Details: 843-415-2447 or farmersmarketbluffton.com
Beaufort area
The Downtown Beaufort Farmers Market is held under the pavilion in Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. The market is open Wednesdays from 2 to 6 p.m. May through September. Details: 843-525-6644 or downtownbeaufort.com
The Port Royal Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays throughout the year at Heritage Park on Ribaut Road by the Naval Hospital. This market has free activities for children and live music. Details: portroyalfarmersmarket.com
Jasper County
The Jasper County Farmer’s market is held Fridays from 1 to 6 p.m. at 9935 Smart Blvd., in Ridgeland. Details: jaspercountysc.org.
This story was originally published March 25, 2016 at 12:49 PM with the headline "Taste spring’s bounty at farmers’ markets."