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Check out these NW Ohio farmers markets for a fresh take on your next shopping excursion

Summertime smells like sunscreen, cut grass and fresh produce. You cannot find a better selection of in-season fruits and vegetables than stopping at a nearby farmers market. It’s also a great way to support local farmers and other small business owners. So visit your local farmers market or make a trip to one of these great options around the Diocese of Toledo.

BY ANNIE LUST

Port Clinton — EVERY OTHER SUNDAY — Everything at the Port Clinton Farmers Market is handmade, homegrown, artisancrafted or homemade The market makes a perfect destination for a summer Sunday drive.

Bowling Green — WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS — Variety is the best description for the Bowling Green Farmers Market Stop on a Wednesday afternoon, and you may find live music, food trucks, gourmet desserts and much more.

Napoleon — SATURDAY MORNINGS — If freshly roasted coffee beans and homemade coffee cake on a Saturday morning sound delicious to you, don’t miss the Henry County Farmers Market Those are just a couple of the tasty options

New Washington — THURSDAY AFTERNOONS — While the fruits and vegetables are the stars of the show at the Dutchtown Farmers Market, on a Thursday afternoon visit, you can find everything from blueberry pies to cinnamon honey butter

Ottawa — THURSDAY AFTERNOONS — Food trucks, fresh flowers and specialty desserts abound at the Ottawa Farmers Market Oh, and of course all the fresh fruits and vegetables you need

Toledo — SATURDAY MORNINGS — Unlike most, the Toledo Farmers Market is open year-round So stop by any Saturday morning to get your local produce, eggs, sweet treats, coffee, poultry and bacon