If you've never visited the Fulton St Farmers Market, plan to go this year.  The market is open for business now, although the number of vendors increases as the weather gets warmer and the crop variety improves.

Why shop the market with kids?  Because it is a colorful, fun, educational experience.  You'll have the opportunity to talk to the farmers & bakers and help kids understand where there food really comes from.  It's also a great time to talk about supporting local farmers and having less of an impact on the earth by buying locally.

You'll find (in season): bedding plants, hanging baskets, cut flowers, fruits & vegetables, bread, honey, arts & crafts, and more. 

The best time to go to the market with kids is a Wednesday or Friday morning.  The number of vendors decreases as the day wears on, as does the selection at the remaining booths.  Saturday mornings are difficult because they are extremely crowded; it's near impossible to push a stroller at the farmers market on Saturday morning (or find a parking space!)

Open Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat from 8am to 4pm

Knapps Corner- Meijer Grocery Express
1997 East Beltline NE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525
Corner of Knapp & East Beltline Grocery Express:
Phone: (616) 447-1525
Hours: 11am – 8pm

Meijer has truly made shopping easier.  Who wants to lug 50 pounds of toddler through the snow when you can click through your list, drive to the store, and call them to let them know you're in the parking lot?

The cost?  Just $6.95 per order or $24.95 for a 30-Day Pick-up Subscription. A subscription allows unlimited pick-ups for 30 days.

Have you used grocery express?  What do you think?  Are there other similar services out there?