Kitty and Vernon McIntire. |
ST. MARYS, OHIO -- Bluegrass musicians Kitty and Vernon McIntyre will be giving a free concert from 9:00 a.m. until noon on Saturday, June 14 at the Covered Bridge Farmers’ Market in St. Marys. The McIntyres are noted for being excellent musicians, while always maintaining a friendly and welcoming atmosphere during their concerts. They give many shows throughout the year, and are the owners of the Famous Old Time Music Co., based in Wapakoneta, with another store in Cincinnati. Their web site is www.fotmc.com.
Visitors to the Covered Bridge Farmers’ Market can enjoy the live music while they shop, and those who want to stay awhile are welcome to bring lawn chairs to set up on the bridge. The concert is free to everyone, and was made possible by the Eagles Lodge #767, the St. Marys Community Foundation, and Arts Place.
The Covered Bridge Farmers’ Market also has delicious baked goods, preserves, free-range eggs, plants for the garden, crafts, artwork, cards, home-made dog biscuits, and much more. Home-grown produce such as asparagus, lettuce, sweet corn and tomatoes are available as the season allows. The market is held every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. to noon throughout the summer.
Anyone interested in selling their extra produce or home-made items is invited to contact the St. Marys Chamber of Commerce at 419-300-4611 for further information. Space rental costs are very reasonable, and vendor applications will be available at the Chamber and at Canalside Book Shop throughout the summer.
Performing artists and musicians who would like to perform at the Covered Bridge Farmers’ Market should contact Candy Kuck at 419-394-3389 for further information.
