MACON, Ga. — If you were in Downtown Macon Sunday, you might've noticed a couple tents on Poplar Street.
NewTown Macon hosted the first day of their months-long annual market for small and developing businesses in the area. Over 20 local venders sat up shop to share handmade crafts and foods.
"We really focus on increasing residents, growing jobs and creating that unique sense of place. Events like this today are ones that help us create that unique sense of place in Macon," said Director Emily Hopkins.
NewTown started the market in 2018. Last year it was held virtually, and now it's back in full effect.
"I get different people from different ages, a lot of people especially with jams and jellies... people have a memory associated with it. Their grandma made jam or preserves," said Keisha Sherman with Rosa Ray's Market Fresh.
The event takes place every second Sunday of the month from April to November.
If you have a business and would like to participate, you can visit NewTown Macon's website.