Meet the woman who runs Dayton’s 2nd Street Market, ‘the warm and inviting kitchen for Dayton’
Lynda Suda manages one of the city’s favorite places to spend time — Five Rivers MetroPark’s 2nd Street Market.
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The pandemic has altered normal operations, but the venue is holding outdoor-only markets each Saturday with plans to continue through October.
“The market is an inclusive place where people can be themselves, relax and get to know the people who grow, raise and prepare their food,” Suda said.
If you haven’t visited the market, our Daytonian of the Week will tell you why this downtown Dayton gem is special.
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Tell us about your background. What has led you to this point in your career?
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