1 Afternoon market

Many farmers markets take place in the early morning, but Bartlett holds its weekly bazaar from 2 to 6 p.m. each Friday through Sept. 11, except July 3, at Main Street and Railroad Avenue. Steven Bosco, the assistant to the village administrator, organizes the market. He said the afternoon time slot helps Bartlett attract vendors who work Friday morning markets in neighboring communities. It also allows shoppers to pick up fresh items on their way home from work, he said.

2 In case of rain

Scattered showers or a light drizzle aren’t enough to cancel the Bartlett farmers market, Bosco said. For the market to be called off, there must be steady, pouring rain. The only time it will be canceled without rain is if there is lightning, he said. In case of bad weather, residents can call (630) 540-5439 to find out whether the market has been called off.

3 Village questions

Bosco and other staff members are at the market each week to address residents’ questions and concerns about the village. If residents are looking for information or help with an issue, they should come to the village tent, Bosco said. “If I don’t know the answer, I can find the person who does,” he said.

4 Business opportunity

In addition to the weekly lineup of vendors offering produce, fresh cut flowers, jewelry, bread and other food items, the village has a marketing tent to give other local businesses a chance to familiarize residents with their products and services. The tent features two different businesses each week. “We’re really trying to get as many in as possible,” Bosco said. Interested businesses can call him at (630) 837-0800, Ext. 5915. A list of weekly vendors is available at village.bartlett.il.us.

5 Kid’s activities

Bartlett prides itself on hosting a family friendly market, Bosco said. Each week the village organizes a free craft activity for children. The Bartlett Public Library hosts a weekly storytime for children at 3 p.m. The story next week June 24will be “Barks from Bartlett, The Adventures of Blondie.” The book, produced by the Bartlett History Museum, tells the true story of a cocker spaniel’s life in post-World War II Bartlett. Ruth Anne Mielke, the library’s youth services manager, said children who attend the story sessions can count the time toward their goal for the summer reading program. In case of inclement weather, the storytimes will be held inside Village Hall, 228 S. Main St. A schedule of stories and activities is available at village.bartlett.il.us.