20 MARCH 2023 Sunshine is never in short supply here in Arizona, so there is always an abundance of home-grown, seasonal and handmade foods and home goods available at farmer’s markets around the Valley. Here are a few available this spring. BRIAR PATCH MARKETPLACE March 11, 12 at 9 a.m. at Greenway High School. March 18, 19 at 9 a.m. at La Jolla Community High School. Where: Greenway High: 3930 W. Greenway Road La Jolla High: 11650 W. Whyman Ave., Avondale Briar Patch is geared more toward the décor side of farmer’s markets, with over 20 vendors showcasing their vintage crafts, homemade wares and even some sweet treats. This market is perfect for those looking for a unique gift or piece to dress up their home décor. briarpatchmarketplace.com CAREFREE FARMER’S MARKET Fridays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through May, 8-11 a.m. June-September Where: 1 Sundial Cir., Carefree Not only will this market provide a beautiful view, but guests can also find fresh, local and seasonal produce, herbs, flowers, foods, baked goods, meats and seafood, and a selection of local arts and crafts. arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com DOWNTOWN PHOENIX FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: 5 th St. and McKinley, Phoenix The Downtown Phoenix Farmer’s Market supports small farmers and businesses that produce healthy products for the community. Guests can find seasonally grown local foods and products from over 70 local vendors. Many allow guests to preorder things like eggs, meat or artisan items. There are also food trucks available. downtownphoenixfarmersmarket.org HIGH STREET FARMER’S MARKET Sundays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. through May Where: 5415 E. High St., Phoenix Amid various shops and restaurants, guests will find produce, herbs, flowers, homemade foods, baked goods, meat, seafood and local arts and crafts. highstreetaz.com/farmers-market/ OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays from 8-1 p.m. in March and April; until noon in May Where: 3806 N. Brown Ave. This farmer’s market is celebrating its 14th anniversary. On-site are more than 100 local growers and specialty food producers with a wide variety of organic and pesticide-free produce, seasonal specialties such as cider and apples, flowers, natural pork, beef, fish, and free- range eggs from Arizona growers. Guests can also find cheese, artisan bread, jams, tamales, and more. arizonafarmersmarkets.com ROADRUNNER PARK FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays from 8 a.m.-12, October- May; 7-10 a.m. June-September Where: 3502 E. Cactus Road Here, guests will find local farm produce, including fresh veggies and fruit, baked goods, honey, nursery stock, natural pork, beef, fish, and hand-crafted items. Roadrunner Park also has a playground, a fishing pond, a swimming pool, soccer fields, and special events – so once you’re done shopping, the kids can play while you relax! arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com TEMPE FARMER’S MARKET Open daily, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Where: 805 S. Farmer Ave., Tempe This neighborhood market is slightly more than the average farmer’s market. Guests can find basic groceries, locally- grown fruit and produce, Arizona-based specialty products, plus vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. Guests can also order smoothies, fair trade coffees and teas, hot paninis and vegan deli items to go. tempefarmersmarket.com UPTOWN FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April, 8 a.m.- 12 p.m. in May through October Where: 5757 N. Central Ave., Phoenix This market, hosted at North Phoenix Baptist Church, has more than 200 vendors showcasing fresh produce, food items – everything from coffee, to hot sauce, to dips and bread – and handcrafted goods. The market also hosts themed events, chef and vendor demonstrations, live music, and various food trucks on-site. uptownmarketaz.com Downtown Phoenix Farmer’s Market Uptown Farmer’s Market Tempe Farmer’s Market 4015 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley 602.381.9906  info@ccsaz.org ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE ENRICHED BY FAITH OFFERING A FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM THROUGH 4TH GRADE REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2023 P R E S C H O O L - E L E M E N T A R Y ccsaz.org

21 MARCH 2023 GET READY FOR THE HOPI VARIETY SHOW (back): Brady Barnes, Owen Eisenberg, Sofia Ghelfi, Charlie Ess, Charlotte Shaeffer. (middle): Lila Blais, Sol Lipton, Jace Ellett, Lucy Richardson. (bottom): Seamus Christensen, Allie Davis, Jax Matz, Stellie Frederickson, Berkeley Garcia. The Hopi Variety Show season is underway and will be led by these 14 fifth grade emcees. This year, they are taking the Hopi community on the ride of a lifetime as they present a Disney themed show, called Hopi: The Happiest Place on Earth. Four-hundred students will perform this year on March 9-10. The Variety Show is one of Hopi’s longest standing traditions and one that the whole community looks forward to each year. “We can’t wait to share the Magic of Disney on the stage of Arcadia High School,” PTO member Emily Blais said. hopipta.com PHOTO COURTESY OF LAURA MITCHELL