The Tomac Pumpkin Patch set up some of its pumpkins and gourds in wagons and on tables for the event. 
Families gather at the East Lansing Farmer’s Market to celebrate Autumn Fest and explore the different vendors. 
Owner of Abundance Cafe, Erin Meadows, came out to Autumn Fest to sell her famous vegan potato chowder and different types of Granola. 
The Country Mill offered some fresh apple cider from their very own mills. 
They brought of lot of items from their own farm located off of 4648 Otto Rd. in Charlotte, MI. 
Owner of Uncle Hairy’s, Bryan Grannis came out to Autumn Fest with his family to advertise his different rubs and seasonings. 
The East Lansing Library came across the street and brought some books for all ages. 
The Farmer’s Market offered a petting zoo for the children that came out to Autumn Fest. 
The petting zoo had some soft ducks and chickens for the smaller children to play with. 
There were also plenty of goats among the animals to see. 
Pretty Shaky String Band jammed out to some folk music while community members walked around the market.
The East Lansing Farmers Market held its annual Autumn Fest at Valley Court Park on Oct. 16.
Autumn Fest featured vendors, live music, sweet treats and a fall photo booth. There was also a petting zoo, pony rides, crafts, lawn games and rock painting for children. Out of the 32 vendors who participated this year, more than 10 offered goods from pumpkins to seasonings to apple cider at Autumn Fest.
Erin Meadows, owner of Abundance Cafe, came to sell her vegan potato chowder and different types of granola. “I love to nourish people, so I love making healthy foods that you wouldn’t find at other places like vegan and gluten free options,” said Meadows. “Food that is designed to make you feel great but also tastes great.”
Bryan Grannis, owner of Uncle Hairy’s, came to Autumn Fest with his family to advertise his different rubs and seasonings. “I like to come out here to meet with the people,” said Grannis. “Coming out here lets me talk about my passion, which is hot sauce and seasonings, and there is nothing better than human contact and making an extra buck or two.”