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Winter Produce Chicago’s Indoor Farmers Markets Thought farmers markets went into hibernation for the winter? Think again. Come cold or snow, you can still shop for local, fresh goods and give your kids a taste of the green scene. Click through our album to find indoor farmstands, including favorites like Green City Market and Logan Square Market. What you’ll miss in sunshine you’ll make up for in warm-fuzzies knowing you’re eating healthy and supporting area vendors and growers. Grab your baskets and go! GREEN CITY MARKET PEGGY NOTEBAERT NATURE MUSEUM, 2430 N. CANNON DR. greencitymarket.org For the colder months, the market moves indoors to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, just a stone’s throw from its usual stomping ground in Lincoln Park. The market takes place every other Saturday through Apr. 30 until the outdoor market returns in the spring. LOGAN SQUARE MARKET 2755 N. MILWAUKEE AVE. logansquarefarmersmarket.org tip: When visiting your farmers market or grocer bring your own reusable bags. You are contributing to the most basic recycling and environmental causes by using cloth and string bags, besides buying local, and sustainable grown produce. 42 | fullplatemag.com One of the biggest and most family-friendly farmers markets in the city, this event is held indoors every Sunday through March 20. Held just north of the Square in a defunct bakery building, it’s a food heaven featuring fruits, meats and veggies, and baked goods. 61ST STREET FARMERS MARKET 6100 S. BLACKSTONE AVE. experimentalstation.org This South Side community keystone is a hit in the warmer months, and now it’s bringing its heartwarming flavor to the frosty season. Located inside the Experimental Station, it takes place monthly through the end of April. All the hearty, wintry essentials are present and accounted for, from sturdy greens to freshly baked breads. ANDERSONVILLE WINTER FARMERS MARKET 5211 N. CLARK ST. andersonville.org Held every third Sunday at the Swedish American Museum, the Andersonville Winter Farmers Market is the perfect opportunity to stock up on locally-produced treats and farm fresh produce. Vendors include Hinton Cannery for pickles galore, honey from Frosty Productions and fresh bread from Baker and Nosh. COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET 1901 W. 51ST STREET (51ST & WOLCOTT) cityofchicago.org Held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday yearround from 8a.m. until 2p.m. Whether you enjoy cooking, or simply like eating the end result, there’s nothing like fresh local ingredients. From apples and peaches to leafy greens, poultry, and beef we’re so lucky to have the finest ingredients in your very own city. (continued on pg. 44) winter edition | 43