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Currently, a dozen vendors and two hot food stands make up the South Tacoma Farmers Market, which is held in the Heritage Bank Parking Lot at South 56th Street and Washington Street on Sundays through Sept. 25. More vendors are expected as the season progresses. Still in its infancy, the market is a weekly oasis of local produce and handcrafted treats in an area not known for such things. At the 11 a.m. opening time on a recent visit, 20 or so people had already converged on the market and were perusing the booths. By noon activity had picked up, lines were forming and it looked like a fairly well attended Sunday, despite the shy sunshine.

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South Tacoma Farmers Market

Sunday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., through Sept. 25
Heritage Bank Parking Lot, South 56th Street and Washington Street, South Tacoma