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Photo by Eric Stauffer
Daughter and mother Rachel Cope and Carla Cope of Cope’s Country Soaps.
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A boy awaits a balloon from Mike Morten.
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A line forms for free balloons.
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Amy Yates of Leon’s Produce.
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Eleanor Donahue listens to bluegrass.
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John “Mac” Donlow.
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Julie Hawkins.
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From left, Dustin Greer, Andy Novara, Tim Mager, Cecil Tinner, Matt McGibany and Troy Brenninmeyer.
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Mark Gill and Patsy Woodard.
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Marty McKay.
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Rachel Milroy of Three Rivers Community Farm in Elsah.
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Sara McGibany and Jimmy Greene welcome visitors to the farmers’ market.
The Alton Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market happens Saturdays from 8 a.m. until noon and Wednesdays from 4 until 7 p.m. through Oct. 18 at the corner of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street. Greater Alton vendors have the opportunity to showcase food, fashion and other items for sale, and residents can stock up on groceries, gifts and more.
Photos by Eric Stauffer, Dark Horse Art Works