CLEMSON — The Clemson Farmers Market hosted an opening day celebration and Healthy Living Expo on Friday, May 13, at Patrick Square’s Village Green at 578 Issaqueena Trail in Clemson.

The market featured more than 25 vendors offering fresh, locally grown produce, farm products, specialty food items and handmade arts and crafts. More than 20 local businesses and organizations whose mission is to promote a healthy lifestyle participated in the second annual Healthy Living Expo. In addition to the vendors, a variety of family-friendly activities were scheduled.

Market partners are the City of Clemson, Patrick Square and the Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce. Market sponsors are AgSouth Farm Credit, Baptist Easley Hospital, Clemson Area Transit (CAT), Clemson Downs, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute – Clemson (OLLI) and Rick Erwin›s – Clemson.

For a complete 2016 market schedule or vendor guidelines, application and forms, visit clemsonfarmersmarket.org.

The market is also looking for musical entertainers and groups, guest chefs for cooking demonstrations, and individuals and groups to host family-friendly workshops and hands-on activities. To find out how you can participate, contact market manager Kathi Dimmock at kathi.dimmock@att.net.