Wanted: Vendors for Downtown Market

The is in full swing for the summer and vendors line Front Street every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1p.m. through Oct. 20. More than 40 businesses from around Mokena and the surrounding area draw crowds that fill the Metra parking lot on Front Street, packing in shoppers looking for the best deals on artisan cheeses, flowers, salsa and more.

“Last week, we had people waiting in their cars just to get a parking spot,” said Barb Bergman before the .

Businesses looking to join the action at the market can call Barb or Charlene Bergman at 708-479-9631 to set up details. Vendor fees are $20 per week for full-time occupancy through October or $30 per week on a parttime basis. More information can be found at the Village of Mokena's website, or on the Mokena Downtown Mokena Merchants Facebook page.