San Rafael Reopens Farmers Market

SAN RAFAEL, CA — A popular San Rafael tradition will return later this week.

The city’s downtown Farmers Market will be held Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. starting this week through Sept. 23 along Fourth Street between B and D streets

The market will feature a mix of new and returning farmers and purveyors selling seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, wine, baked goods, flowers and cured meats among other items, city officials said.

The Farmers Market will also feature live entertainment with local musicians performing each week according to the Agricultural Institute of Marin.

“The market features an exciting mix of new and returning farmers and purveyors,” AIM said in a statement announcing the Farmers Market’s reopening.

“You’ll discover and connect with farmers selling a bounty of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables. Savor the Summer Farmers Market with farm-fresh produce, honey, wine, baked goods, flowers, cured meats, jams, pastas, handmade crafts, and community. Come dine al fresco or take home street style foods spanning the globe: Yucatan, Salvadorian and Spanish, to name a few, plus Southern style foods and Mexican- style local roasted corn.”