I have been curious about the 2nd Street Market downtown ever since I first heard about it. Considering that I have been in the vicinity since 2002, I have no excuse for never visiting until 2010.

Oh. My. Goodness.

It did not disappoint! I walked around the little booths with a snickerdoodle coffee, breathing in the mixed smell of cinnamon, bakeries, flowers, and basil. I loved the market’s handmade uniqueness, its charming ma-and-pa shop feel, and its assortment of artists and bakers. When I walk into a large business such as Wal-Mart or Target, I don’t feel like talking to the people who work there. They just work there. But here, I want to ask the artists if they teach pottery lessons, what originally interested them in making handmade soap, and if I can taste their goat cheese.

It reminded me of a scaled down version of the Strip District in Pittsburgh. The Strip District is much larger because it takes up an entire district, but the 2nd Street Market takes up a single retired railroad building downtown. At any size, it has its charm, and I will definitely be back.

Here’s what I loved about the market, and I need pictures to prove my point. They still don’t even do it justice.

Glass cases of baked deliciousness.

Greens of all colors.

Bikes from the loft apartments down the street.

The last of summer melons.

Remnants of the old railway.

Bread. (It really does taste and smell as good as it looks!)

Silky ears of corn.

People buying greenery.

 Fresh Honey.

Handmade soap.

$1 wine tasting.

Spidery spider plants and every good thing.

Small town.

Peppers in every color.

Brick walls.

Goat cheese.

The mommas and the pappas.

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Originally posted 2010-09-18 12:06:44.

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I am a dreamer. I designed Terra Verde to motivate others to reach their full potential through entrepreneurship, creativity, and resourcefulness. I enjoy being with my husband Michael and our two dogs. I watch Desperate Housewives and can cook a mean steak and potato dinner. I also enjoy reading and listening to music of 'most every variety. My authorial motivation is Jane Austen, and my favorite actresses is Audrey Hepburn. I aspire to learning to play the violin proficiently and keeping a cute little flower garden. And on and on it goes...