One of the best parts of living in Summerville, is it's adorable and historical downtown area. I find myself down there at least a few times a week. In addition to the variety of unique shops, there are several well attended restaurants all in about a two block radius.
One thing that caught us by surprise when we moved down here is that the price of food is as high or higher than the Northeast. That's why I was so happy to hear that Summerville has a Farmers Market every Saturday starting in the spring till late fall, from 8am to noon, right behind the town hall. With $20 I am able to buy all of my fresh fruits and vegtables for the week, a loaf of organic bread, eggs, cheese and homemade dog biscuits for my faithful hound, Katey. Everything there is sold tax free and wholesale...what a bargain! There are also several local crafters present, which is nice if you want to splurge a bit. The downtown farmers market is well established for many popular years and sometimes the vendors change over. I hear there's a very long waiting list if you want a booth.
However, the market is more than just a place to buy your produce for the week, it's an entire social scene unto itself. It's an excellent way to meet and catch up with your neighbors. Last week I brought Katey and was instantly the hit of the hour. It's amazing how a cute and friendly dog raises your social standing. We talked and introduced ourselves to everyone. I think it's safe to say we'll be a big supporter of the local farmers for years to come.
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