Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Theme Day: Open Air Market

Open air markets in Phoenix, in the summer are a bit of a challenge, but we do have several around town that are thriving. The one I go to on the edge of downtown Phoenix, uses huge evaporative coolers at the ends of some of the aisles to help keep the temperature tolerable for the vendors and the shoppers alike. A little music to entertain the shoppers helps too.

Tomorrow I’ll give you a taste of why I go almost every Saturday morning in spite of the heat.

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9 comments:

  1. EG CameraGirlSeptember 1, 2010 at 4:16 AM

    I'm not surprised open air markets might be rare in the summer heat!

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  2. Julie ScottsdaleDailyPhoto.comSeptember 1, 2010 at 6:03 AM

    music makes a good addition and it is hard in this heat at this time of the year to find open air markets in phoenix

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  3. JillySeptember 1, 2010 at 6:17 AM

    Now that's a great idea! Music to shop by!

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  4. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comSeptember 1, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    I did not know that they have portable evaporative coolers. Smart.

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  5. Life Is A Road TripSeptember 1, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    It's a challenge for sure - one Magpie and I couldn't meet this time. I gotta say anyone is brave to get out this time of year.

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  6. JudySeptember 1, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    I wouldn't have thougt of coolers in an open air market but it is a good idea. Brave people out there.

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  7. cieldequimperSeptember 1, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    First time I've ever heard of coolers at a market but I suppose it stands to reason!

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  8. MagpieSeptember 1, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    Those are some brave vendors and shoppers. The heat has been too much for me. Glad you're still enjoying this market though.

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  9. RandySeptember 1, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Is that the Roosevelt in the backround? I used to go to that market when it first started out and yes your right in the summer its sure was a challange. Nice musical photo!

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