While this week’s chilly temperatures may have kept beachgoers bundled up inside, one local outdoor spot was busier than ever.
Senior Reporter Emily Young warms up with some warm coffee and paella:
Lakes Park Farmers Market
At the Lakes Park Farmers Market in Fort Myers, dozens of vendors and hundreds of shoppers turned out bright and early Wednesday morning — long before the market’s official 9 a.m. opening. The crisp air didn’t scare anyone away; in fact, it seemed to draw people in.
More than 65 vendors filled the park with everything from fresh coffee and homemade pies to Filipino specialties, pickles, paella, clothing, jewelry, and plenty of treats and toys for kids. The sights, smells, and sounds of the market created a cozy community vibe that’s perfect for a cool Florida morning…