'HeART in the Park' Market At Mokena Church To Feature 40 Makers, Vendors

MOKENA, IL — An open air artisan and vendor market set for Saturday, June 7 at a Mokena church will feature 40 artists, makers and vendors.

The HeART in the Park Market showcases local artists to support various missions on behalf of Marley Community Church in Mokena. It's set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 7 at the church, 12625 W. 187th St. Admission is free, and the event features food trucks, live music and a kids dance party.

The market spotlights a curated selection of talented makers and artisans who specialize in handmade, up-cycled, repurposed, rustic, vintage, and farmhouse items. A raffle will also feature uniquely packaged basket prizes. See the event's Facebook page for vendor spotlights and photos ahead of the event.

"It’s just a wonderful little show," said one of the market's organizers, Kathleen Haag.

Proceeds go to MorningStar Mission, a nonprofit centered around providing food, shelter and clothing for the homeless and those in need.

Goods available for purchase will range from jewelry, plants, salsas, soaps and candles—"a little bit of everything," Haag said.

Artists and Vendors include:

• Daybreak Crafts
• Recycle for a Purpose
• Twirley Girl Creation
• A Color Filled Life
• What Makes Your Heart Melt
• Ellen's Garden Table
• Mom & Me Designs
• Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods
• Chef Heatley's Hot Pepper Farm
• Busy Bee Handcrafted
• I Just Wet My Plants
• Unique Wooden Flags
• Putnam Designs
• Will Bees
• Creamery
• Basic Belief
• PK Woodworks
• Emerald Cup Coffee
• Gracie Pie Apothecary
• Lovin' Tails Inc.
• With All My Heart Creations
• Dough Girls MB
• Kiltie's Kreations
• Reina del Polozo
• Tom's Backyard Games
• Weatherly Art Studio
• Crafty Pellikan's
• Lilac Hippo Crafts
• sincereK 3D Prints
• Whimsy Beadworks