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Bluffton Farmers Market developing a "novel" idea for opening on May 2

Under consideration: A drive through market where you place an order by phone and pick up packages at the curb

FROM BLUFFTON ICON - The Bluffton Farmers Market has developed a novel way to open despite the Novel Coronavirus' affect on local businesses.

According to Greg Probst, market manager, "We plan to open the market as scheduled on Saturday, May 2." 

However, it won't be business as usual. Probst is considering a drive through market where you place an order by phone and pick up packages at the curb.

Watch for developments on the Icon.

In other chamber-related news, the 49th annual arts and crafts festival has been cancelled and vendors will receive refunds.

"We are encouraging our online audience to shop from home and have a list of vendors and contact information at explorebluffton.com/arts-crafts-festival," said Paula Scott, chamber CEO.

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