Monday, September 26, 2011
SOMERVILLE HALLOWEEN CRAFT FAIR - October 17, 2011
Call to Artists and craft vendors! Participate in the City of Somerville's second annual HALLOWEEN CRAFT FAIR
Application deadline: Monday, October 17th, 2011
Halloween Craft Fair date: Sunday, October 23rd, 12pm - 4pm.
Location: This fair takes place all the way from Union Square to Porter Square. The Halloween Craft Fair is on the Porter Square side. This year a stage with four live bands will accompany the fair to keep the mood festive and people coming!
Attached: PDF with same information as listed below.
About Somerville Arts Council
Since 1985, the Somerville Arts Council has been producing craft events that help the economic and creative growth of the city. This includes ArtBeat, ArtsUnion, and now working with SomerStreets to provide more opportunities for craft artists. We have successfully built ArtBeat into a festival that includes over 80+ craft vendors and continue to grow the Union Square ArtsUnion market series which includes: Sew What?!?, Boston Handmade, Urban Country Fair and the Rock and Roll Yard Sale.
About SomerStreets
The City of Somerville has implemented a new program called SomerStreets. This program allows residents to explore the City by shutting various streets to promote safe walking, running, biking routes in various locations throughout the City.
About the Halloween Craft Fair
Somerville Avenue will be closed on Sunday, October 23rd to car traffic from 12p.m. to 4p.m. between Union Square to Porter Square and open to everyone for dancing, walking and cycling. The Halloween Craft Fair will be on the Porter Square side (same as last year). The big difference from last year is that there will now be a stage with four bands playing next to the Craft Fair to draw crowds! To be considered as a vendor you must adhere to all listed rules and fill out the vendor application attached.
The Basics
* This is a juried craft market.
* To be considered as a vendor, all your items must be handcrafted or hand-designed. Imported handcrafted items will also be considered.
* Work does not have to be seasonally themed but preference may be given to those who have work fitting the theme.
* For 2011, there is a $25 fee to apply. This year this does NOT include the fee for the table. There is a $10 fee for a 6' table and two chairs if needed.(Vendors must supply tent if desired)
* The Somerville Arts Council reserves the right to amend or add to the applicable rules pertaining to and governing the Market at any time.
Date and Time
* The Halloween Craft Market will take place Sunday, October 23rd at 12pm-4pm. Set-up will start at 10:30am.
Set-Up and Operations (retain this information for reference if you are accepted)
* Table and chair spaces will be assigned to vendors by the Market Coordinator at Check-in (between 10:30am-12pm)
* Set-up is not permitted before 10:30am on Market day and vendors must be ready for operation by 12pm. Booths must be staffed during
operating hours, 12pm-4pm. Vendors are not allowed to disassemble booths before 4pm. Operations of the Market should not be disrupted, nor the safety and convenience of shoppers or vendors be jeopardized.
* Halloween Craft Market will be held Rain or Shine - please be prepared by bringing the necessary rain shelters or awnings.
* Vendors should display a sign identifying the artists/business name. Signage must be securely attached to table and not disturb foot traffic.
* Vendors are responsible for keeping their space attractive during Market hours and for cleaning up their space after the Market closes,
including removal of garbage and sweeping up any scraps. Thank you for your cooperation.
**Halloween Craft Market Application**
Please cut and paste this application into an email, answer the questions and attach five .jpgs of your work. Then send it by Monday, October 17th to: megart04@gmail.com
You will receive an e-mail within 24 hours letting you know if you have been accepted. Once accepted you must mail a non-refundable check to the Somerville Arts Council to reserve your spot.
If you plan on bringing your own table = $25 check
If you would like us to supply a table and chairs = $35 (additional $10 fee for 6' table & two chairs)
Applicant Name:
Business Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone: (Day) (Evening)
Email:
Crafts Category (pls circle): jewelry ceramics photos prints fabrics/textiles drawings/paintings other:
Price Range: $ to $
Describe the work you plan to sell at Halloween Craft Market:
Please provide a description of your booth set up:
Application deadline: Monday, October 17th, 2011
Halloween Craft Fair date: Sunday, October 23rd, 12pm - 4pm.
Location: This fair takes place all the way from Union Square to Porter Square. The Halloween Craft Fair is on the Porter Square side. This year a stage with four live bands will accompany the fair to keep the mood festive and people coming!
Attached: PDF with same information as listed below.
About Somerville Arts Council
Since 1985, the Somerville Arts Council has been producing craft events that help the economic and creative growth of the city. This includes ArtBeat, ArtsUnion, and now working with SomerStreets to provide more opportunities for craft artists. We have successfully built ArtBeat into a festival that includes over 80+ craft vendors and continue to grow the Union Square ArtsUnion market series which includes: Sew What?!?, Boston Handmade, Urban Country Fair and the Rock and Roll Yard Sale.
About SomerStreets
The City of Somerville has implemented a new program called SomerStreets. This program allows residents to explore the City by shutting various streets to promote safe walking, running, biking routes in various locations throughout the City.
About the Halloween Craft Fair
Somerville Avenue will be closed on Sunday, October 23rd to car traffic from 12p.m. to 4p.m. between Union Square to Porter Square and open to everyone for dancing, walking and cycling. The Halloween Craft Fair will be on the Porter Square side (same as last year). The big difference from last year is that there will now be a stage with four bands playing next to the Craft Fair to draw crowds! To be considered as a vendor you must adhere to all listed rules and fill out the vendor application attached.
The Basics
* This is a juried craft market.
* To be considered as a vendor, all your items must be handcrafted or hand-designed. Imported handcrafted items will also be considered.
* Work does not have to be seasonally themed but preference may be given to those who have work fitting the theme.
* For 2011, there is a $25 fee to apply. This year this does NOT include the fee for the table. There is a $10 fee for a 6' table and two chairs if needed.(Vendors must supply tent if desired)
* The Somerville Arts Council reserves the right to amend or add to the applicable rules pertaining to and governing the Market at any time.
Date and Time
* The Halloween Craft Market will take place Sunday, October 23rd at 12pm-4pm. Set-up will start at 10:30am.
Set-Up and Operations (retain this information for reference if you are accepted)
* Table and chair spaces will be assigned to vendors by the Market Coordinator at Check-in (between 10:30am-12pm)
* Set-up is not permitted before 10:30am on Market day and vendors must be ready for operation by 12pm. Booths must be staffed during
operating hours, 12pm-4pm. Vendors are not allowed to disassemble booths before 4pm. Operations of the Market should not be disrupted, nor the safety and convenience of shoppers or vendors be jeopardized.
* Halloween Craft Market will be held Rain or Shine - please be prepared by bringing the necessary rain shelters or awnings.
* Vendors should display a sign identifying the artists/business name. Signage must be securely attached to table and not disturb foot traffic.
* Vendors are responsible for keeping their space attractive during Market hours and for cleaning up their space after the Market closes,
including removal of garbage and sweeping up any scraps. Thank you for your cooperation.
**Halloween Craft Market Application**
Please cut and paste this application into an email, answer the questions and attach five .jpgs of your work. Then send it by Monday, October 17th to: megart04@gmail.com
You will receive an e-mail within 24 hours letting you know if you have been accepted. Once accepted you must mail a non-refundable check to the Somerville Arts Council to reserve your spot.
If you plan on bringing your own table = $25 check
If you would like us to supply a table and chairs = $35 (additional $10 fee for 6' table & two chairs)
Applicant Name:
Business Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone: (Day) (Evening)
Email:
Crafts Category (pls circle): jewelry ceramics photos prints fabrics/textiles drawings/paintings other:
Price Range: $ to $
Describe the work you plan to sell at Halloween Craft Market:
Please provide a description of your booth set up:
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