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Deirdre Dillon Fesenmaier is no longer with us.
She was the daughter of an Irish southside Chicago police officer, sister of 6 siblings, mom of 2, grandmother of 3. Deirdre was known for her high intellect and dynamic personality and her work in being the key personality at the Grandview/Geneva Inn for many years. She retired from The Geneva Inn after working as the receptionist and hostess for two decades there. She was adored and treasured by just about everyone who went to that establishment. Deirdre, and Dick Malmin, living next door, also shared in annual Bald Eagle sightings and delighted in the contest to be the first to see this national bird in the area. Deirdre leaves behind a wonderful husband, just a week short of their 35th wedding anniversary. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and still love her.
Spring has sprung and so are the Farmer’s Markets.
Lake Geneva’s Horticultural Hall will continue the tradition of hosting the weekly markets on Thursdays, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The first market is Thursday, May 5th, and will continue through the last week of October. As always, the markets will be held rain or shine. Geneva Outdoor Market located on County Road H opens Saturday, June 4th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They are open weekly on Saturdays, offering farm-fresh produce along with unique handcrafted gifts and crafts.
The Williams Bay Farmer’s Market is hosted by the Santa Cause Super Charity which is dedicated to the health and well-being of children of every age in Walworth County. The markets are held Friday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in Edgewater Park. The season starts on Friday, May 27th during Memorial Day weekend. The market is unique and features a variety of farmers, bakers, homemade goods, fresh flowers, freshly cooked dishes, soap, hand-designed art and decor and much more.
Saturdays on the Square in downtown Elkhorn in Veterans Park is unique in that it offers workout groups and food trucks along with the regular Farmer’s Market. This market opens on Saturday, May 28th from 9 a.m., to 1 p.m., and offers fresh produce, crafts, local authors, and much more.
Delavan’s Fresh Market, located on Walworth Avenue, starts Thursday, June 2nd, and runs from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. They offer organic foods, honey, jams, plants, and much more. Burlington’s Farmer’s Market held in Wehmhoff Square opens Thursday, May 5th, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Stop by historic downtown Burlington to enjoy fresh meat, cheese, fruit, veggies, bread, entertainment, local craft brews, and much more.
