Family Fun at Heirloom Market

It was a field day for kids during Heirloom Market’s Grand Opening, held all day Saturday, Sept. 24, in Thomson.

(Left) Mariya, Amara, Abri and their family from Fulton, IL were intrigued by the skill of the balloon twister at the event.

(Right) Tristan Smith and Crystal Cook, from Commanche, IA, had a blast on one of the most popular attractions at the Grand Opening - Camel rides!

The folks at the Heirloom Market offered a petting zoo, face painting, fire truck and train rides, a magic show and pumpkin maze that kept the little ones busy while the parents shopped.

(PA photos/Tom Kocal)

Melons & Pumpkins Galore!

(Left) Jodi and Jeff Bunge (that’s Jeff behind the dill beans!) of Dubuque, IA, inside the Produce Market, decide what to buy from a selection of fresh tomatoes, onions, apples, and more. Free cider samples were available as well as live bluegrass music.

A huge supply of locally-grown pumpkins, watermelons, squash, musk melons (sold out!) and tons of other produce were available during the Heirloom Market’s Grand Opening on Saturday, Sept. 24 in Thomson.

(Right) Cathy and Duane Diehl of Lanark, IL select a fresh watermelon with their grand kids. There were free, juicy watermelon samples, too.

The staff of Heirloom Market also presented seed saving workshops, and answered questions about their large array of alternative energy products.

Be sure to view the Heirloom Market Slideshow below! (PA photos/Tom Kocal)