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Events Near Nottawa MI

South Bend Farmer's Market

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 7:00am

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South Bend, IN

Goshen Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:00am

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Goshen, IN

Homer Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 9:00am

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Homer, MI

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