Spring has sprung, and that means farmers' markets are opening up for the season. Right now options are a little limited, but the markets will only get fuller and busier as the season goes on. Eating local food is a great way to support local economy, reduce pollution through food transportation, and get healthy fruits and veggies into your diet.

Farmers' Markets, from City of Cedar Rapids:

8TH AVENUE CITY (formerly Riverside Roundhouse)
Location: 8th Avenue and 2nd Street SE city parking lot on the south side of 8th Avenue, Cedar Rapids
Phone: (319) 286-5731
Dates: May 1 - October 23 (except these Saturdays 6/5, 6/19, 7/3, 7/17, 8/7, 8/21, 9/4, 9/18)
Hours:
Tuesdays 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturdays 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM