A new farmers and artisans market debuted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11 at Eddie Vicker’s Park, 399 Riberia Street in St. Augustine. The weekly event, STA City Market, is the brainchild of Kimberly McLemore.
The weather was warm, albeit windy after lunch. Three food trucks fed hungry shoppers who perused booths featuring hot sauces, soaps, photography, paintings, cut flowers, produce and more.
Mitzi and Sheridan Connell wanted to show support for the new market and support small business.
“I purchased a pendant from her online,” Mitzi Connell said pointing to Shyla of Island Soul Designs. “I wanted to meet her in person.”
Sheridan Connell was carrying fresh cut flowers from the Sunny Stems booth. “I saw another girl with flowers and thought, ‘Why not?’” she said.
Shyla said, “I like this market because it’s open until 3. Other markets close at noon. You can sleep in and still get produce and support local artisans.”
There is plenty of parking at Eddie Vicker’s park, a few covered picnic tables, benches and a fully equipped playground area. For information, visit www.stafarmersmarket.com or www.facebook.com/stafarmersmarket .
