We visited the American Countryside Farmers Market in Elkhart on May 24, 2008 for Kites and Canines Day. While there wasn’t much kite flying going on, there were lots of animal adoption agencies and animals for adoption represented. Here are some photos from our little excursion.
rear view of American Countryside Farmers Market
rows of beautiful hanging baskets for sale
one of many animal rescue shelters sharing an animal up for adoption
a man plays fetch with his dog
kittens were available for adoption as well
the little pomeranian called out to passers by as if begging for someone to take him home
Heartland Small Animal Rescue offers pets of the tinier variety like this little piggie my daughter held
there is a small area set up with children’s activities
wagon rides are available as well as a petting zoo
curious kids visit the petting zoo
another kind of curious kid, perhaps asking for a treat
a little bunny huddles in a corner, before the next child comes into his enclosure to hold him
an alpaca made from alpaca wool
a collection of raggedy dolls await some lucky collector
amish collectibles abound on the second floor of the Farmers Market Building
Filed under: elkhart | Tagged: American Countryside Farmer's Market, Animals, elkhart
