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Maple Grove farmers market is still a hot spot

October 21, 2014 at 5:50PM

Barbara Thompson, of Hillcrest Orchard in Elko, Minn., restocked her display with fresh apples. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Autumn is well underway, but there are still a few touches of the growing season around, such as the sights at the Maple Grove farmers market.

Last week's glorious weather brought out plenty of market lovers seeking apples, pumpkins and other fall favorites. Forty-five vendors serve the popular market, which features lots of free parking.

Maple Grove's final outdoor market day will be this Thursday; an indoor market will be held Nov. 6 and 20 and Dec. 4 and 18. This week also will bring a Halloween celebration.

The market, which will be open from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, is at 12951 Weaver Lake Rd.

For more information about the market, go to www.maplegrovemn.gov/around-the-city/farmers-market/.

Pamela Miller

Ron Shimanski of Shimanski Orchard of Silver Lake, Minn., restocked his apple display at last Thursday’s Maple Grove farmers market. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Shopper Jackie Coles Worthy carried away a prize — a big stalk of Brussels sprouts. Most Brussels sprouts are sold as frozen foods. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)