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The final uptown market of the year takes place on Saturday, September 26 from 8am – 1pm, offering a fall flair. The event will be held in the same location as Uptown Marion Market, continuing in a linear format on 6th Avenue between 10th Street and 12th Streets and will follow the same public health protocols. “We are excited to share this late season opportunity to support local with the community. Many vendors will offer fall products, baked goods and produce,” said Tami Schlamp, Director of Member Services for Marion Chamber of Commerce. “Our priority will remain on the safety of vendors, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees while offering the public access to local products.” In addition to the health and safety standards our community has been following, like handwashing and social distancing, attendees will be asked to continue following market-specific requests as laid out in guidance provided by the State of Iowa: • Use the designated entry and exit points (entry will be at the intersection of 6th Avenue and 11th Street only). Follow instructions for handwashing/sanitizing and traffic flow. • Please wear a mask. Volunteers and vendors will be wearing masks. Attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a mask or other protective face-covering. • Shop efficiently to expedite your trip to the market. We encourage you to shop quickly then head home to unpack your purchases. • Look for signage at vendor tents to view availability and allow the vendor serve you. Vendors will minimize contact, ask for your products, and the vendor will put together your order. • Be patient as the organizers and vendors adapt to new and changing protocols. Follow the Marion Chamber Facebook Page (@MarionIAChamber) for updates. During this time, the market will have no on-site special programming, music performances, or common seating. Attendees should wait until they are outside the market area to consume food. Vendor information and market map can be found by visiting marioncc.org or facebook.com/MarionIAChamber. Uptown Marion Market is sponsored by the Marion Chamber Platinum Community Partners – Farmers State Bank, ImOn Communications, Summit Pointe Senior Living, Z102.9, and in part by the City of Marion Hotel/Motel Grant Program.