Umbrella Market opens today!

Published: Thursday, May 21st, 2015 @ 12:27 am
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    The Uptown Greenville Umbrella Market is back at Five Points Plaza for fifteen weeks of local fun for all ages. With over 70 local vendors participating you can expect something for everyone! The first market begins on May 20 and returns every Wednesday through August 26.

    "To keep things interesting, there will be a feature event each week," said Market Manager Robin Ashley. "We're kicking it off with the Cupcake War, which was a huge crowd-pleaser last year. Burger and wing throwdowns are planned for markets in June and July. Cooking demos by local chefs will give you ideas for how to use the beautiful produce available at the market and showcase some of Greenville's most exciting culinary masters. There will be activities for kids like cooking demos and a nutrition scavenger hunt."

    What are some things you'll find at the Umbrella Market this year?

      • Fresh produce from nearby farms.

      • Unique jewelry, woodwork, pottery, soaps, textiles, plants, photography, paintings and many more.

      • Face-painting for all ages.

      • Artisanal food, like baked goods, coffee, nuts, kettle corn, hot pork skins cooked and ready.

      • Non-profit organizations raising awareness, educating and engaging with the public.

      • Cupcake Wars

      • Even massage therapists!

    After you've checked out the vendor and informational booths and other free events and activities, Ashley suggests you hang around and play. "Grab a hula-hoop! Challenge some friends to a game of twister! Cold drinks like Duck-Rabbit Brewery will be there for you if you start to feel thirsty."

    The live music played by local talent brings together the whole market in a feel-good vibe. The powerful and entrancing folks/blues singer Rebekah Todd will be performing on May 20, with Psylo Joe, the Farewell Symphony and many other great musicians to follow throughout the summer.

    It's all local and all fun. The Umbrella Market is just one of many reasons why it's great to be Uptown!

    Contact the Uptown Greenville Market Manager Robin Ashley at robin@uptowngreenville.com or (252) 902-6853. For more information about Uptown Greenville, call them at (252) 561-8400.

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