Farmers Market Isaac update

Among other interruptions Hurricane Isaac caused this week was the temporary closure of the Thursday Red Stick Farmers Market. It will reopen next Thursday at its usual spot at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center. But if all goes as planned, you won’t have long to wait for fresh, local produce. The Market is gearing up for a big Labor Day weekend market this Saturday with several events to kick off the fall season, says BREADA Executive Director Copper Alvarez. The market’s food artisans will showcase tailgating suggestions for expectant football fans. They’ll also have lots of late summer vegetables, fresh eggs, baked breads and desserts, meats, cheeses, dairy items and fresh Gulf seafood. The John Gray Jazz Trio will perform throughout the market, and Liz Lopes will share her face painting talents. The Arts Market will also take place in the adjacent surface lot. For more information check breada.org.