For those who want to start the day feeling mellow, chair massage is also available during the morning market, said Ms Fellows. Children can amuse themselves with a coloring activity or creating sidewalk chalk art while mom or dad selects produce and other healthy treats.

Plenty of autumn greens and squashes are to be found alongside fresh snap beans, watermelon, and even late summer raspberries.

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture is providing free recipe cards with lots of great ideas, Ms Fellows said. The recipe cards are available from several vendors.

Tuesday, September 11, is Free Book Day for Toddlers. “Trade a book, take a book, or bring a book,” said Ms Fellows. “Free Book Day is a one day only thing.”