Open Market Stays Open Through the Rain

Rain may have dampened sales Saturday at the Greendale Open Market, but as the sun came out late in the morning so did a crowd of customers.

"Even with the rain we've had a good crowd," said Jennifer DeLaura of Whitefish Bay who was selling an assortment of all-natural grape seed oils and seasonings.

DeLaura was one of more than a dozen vendors who set up shop in the Greendale Municipal Parking Lot and waited out heavy rains early in the morning to stay open for business for a few hours once the skies cleared.

"It really feels like a family among the vendors," said vendor Irma Ferrari, owner of Sweet Somethings Bakery. "We really enjoy being able to sell in these markets."

The Open Market alternates between Greendale and Hales Corners through the summer, with a consecutive outing in Greendale next Saturday, and continuing through October.

Aside from a host of fresh vegetables and homemade baked goods, the market also featured an assortment of boutique items, flowers, and arts and crafts.

For more information on the Open Market, contact the at (414) 423-2790.

Dates remaning for the market in Greendale:

Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon

Aug. 20 and 27

Sept. 10 and 24

Oct. 1 and 15