There’s a Farmers’ Market in Cincinnati called Findlay Market and I like to call it the Friendly Findlay because everyone is so nice! Located in Over-the-Rhine, it’s a 35-40 minute drive from my home, but well worth it because of all of the fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, etc. and especially the people watching and photo opportunities!
I spent a couple of hours there this past Saturday. The flowers were bright and plentiful…
As I walked the aisle, it reminded me a bit of my trip to Chelsea Market in New York City last month!
Time for a smoke break…
I was wandering in and out, taking my time. What a colorful book store across the street…
I bought some organic pork chops, steak, and chicken breasts. I try not to eat much red meat or meat in general, but my husband is definitely a carnivore.
I bought broccoli, celery, red bell pepper, zucchini, squash, and cucumber. These were the biggest carrots I think I’ve ever seen!
My favorite bread store, Blue Oven Bakery has a booth there and these were the two gentlemen working it. They were good sports and so much fun! They were sold out of “Bad Boy” so I bought “Bad Girl”. It’s very similar, but all of the seeds, salt, etc. that are on the outside of the “Bad Boy” are on the inside of the “Bad Girl”!
I got to talking with an interesting artist named Michael Dorsa. This is his hand and a piece of his work. He makes Guilloche & Enamel Jewelry!
As I was buying my meat, this gentleman noticed me taking photos and asked if I’d take his photo. See what I mean about friendly people!
This artist creates really unique decor items from clay. I forgot to ask for his card.
I put a dollar in this boy’s violin case…
Cute little girl…
This is the other end of the building. There are lots of places for people to sit and socialize, have a bite to eat or just people watch!
As I was walking to my car, I noticed these children swinging at a playground next door, so I started taking their photo. They soon noticed me and the little girl said, “Thank you”. That pulled at my heart-strings a bit. I guess she doesn’t receive that much attention, so having someone take her photo was special!
I love being a “Tourist in my City”!
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Sherry Lachelle Travels 
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These kind of markets always hold a wonderful collection of people. You certainly captured interesting set of them.
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They do…thanks Michelle!! Thanks for following my Facebook page. I need to update it more regularly!!
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I love all the vibrant colours. Lisa 🙂
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It is quite colorful!!
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Wow!! Such beautiful photos with such vibrant colors. Hey did you forget to stop at the bookstore and get some new reads? LOL.
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Thanks…I checked out your Goodreads. Requested friendship! Thanks!!
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Beautiful photos as usual. I felt like I went with you to the market!
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That’s great…thanks so much!!
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What a wonderfully colourful place to go.
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Thanks!
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Wow and I noticed how clean the streets were – amazing!
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You’re right…I hadn’t noticed, but they are. 🙂
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I could spend a BUNDLE in that place!
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I’ve had the pork chops and the vegies…everything is very fresh!
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Looks like a great place!
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Thanks!
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Big sigh….another great place I didn’t see when my daughter lived there..boo! Great images
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Thanks! I’ll bet there are lots of places around where you live that you haven’t been to yet. 🙂
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I am working hard not to let that happen☺
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I thought the little girl was a baby doll. She is such a cutie.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
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I know…she’s darling!
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… And I love being a traveler along with you on your blog 😉
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Thank you for your support! 🙂
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