Historic Rice’s Hotel / Hughlett’s Tavern sponsors the Heathsville Farmers Market every 3rd Saturday of the month from April to October. Local produce, eggs & meat, crafts, plants, baked goods and more.
Each market has a theme. At the season-opening market in April, there will be an Earth Day Festival and a Wine Fest.
May’s market will be “Going to the Dogs,” when all well-behaved humans are invited to bring their canines for fun doggie activities. In June, there will be a live music concert on the Tavern Green.
July is “Kids Day” and includes a scavenger hunt and other fun activities. At the August market, enjoy an Antique and Classic Car show, and the Tavern Quilt Guild will run their “Bingo for Quilts” event.
In September, a “Living History” Day will take place with historically-costumed groups and an historical flag display. At the final market in October, there will be a “Blessing of the Animals,” courtesy of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.
The Tavern Café and “Heritage Arts Center” Gift Shoppe will also be open. The cafe offers light luncheon fare. The gift shoppe consigns the wares of over 100 local artists and artisans.
Make it a Heathsville Saturday. Elsewhere in the community, there are interesting shops, attractions, eats and historical sites.
Rice’s Hotel / Hughlett’s Tavern is a nonprofit historic landmark run entirely by volunteers
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