Food for the Holidays Vendor and Craft Sale
Sat Nov 14th 09
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1700 105th Ave NE
Blaine, MN 55449
Location/Facility Name: National Sports Center
Location/Facility Type: Schwan Center
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| Listing Details for Event #: 1269164
Posted: Sep 27, 2009
Last Updated: Sep 27, 2009
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Description
Second Annual Food for the Holidays Vendor & Craft Sale and food drive benefiting the Emergency Food Shelf Network. Free admission; Raffles; 50+ Exhibitors; Free Admission
Donate 2 non-perishable food items for a chance to win a $25 VISA Gift Card to help with your holiday shopping.
Spend $25 or more with any one vendor for a chance to win a $75 VISA Gift Card to REALLY help with your holiday shopping!
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Advertising Done for This Event
| total advertising budget is $400. Advertising is done through community bulletins, social networking sites, flyers and event tickets at local businesses, StarTribune, a 3 month ad with Twin Cities Womens Directory (pub. 10,000 monthly) |
Event/Application Rules & Regulations
Set Up Time: Begins at 8:30am.
Take Down Time: 4pm to no later than 5pm. Vendors are responsible for removal of all paper, stickers, signs, posters, etc. at the end of the show. You started with an empty table or space and that is what should remain when takedown is complete.
Tables: Please try to man your space at all times during the show hours with at least one person.
Electricity: Electricity is available only when requested in advance via this application. For vendors authorized to use electricity – if you need to plug in more than one LOW VOLTAGE item, bring a power strip/surge protector and plug your items into the strip. Unauthorized users will be promptly asked to leave the event with no refund.
Appearance: Please plan to drape your table with a table cloth to hide boxes and other vendor supplies, purses, coats, etc. Keep snacks and drinks hidden if possible. Your table tag must remain visible at all times to ensure we can locate you quickly in the event of emergency or if service is requested.
Consumable Products: Consumable products (prepared food s & samples) are not allowed at this event (requires special licensing) Pre-packaged products that must be taken home to prepare or use are allowed.
IMPORTANT: THE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER DOES NOT ALLOW ANY OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE IN THEIR FACILITY. Minnesota Moms in Business is providing concessions for this event for both vendors and guests. You may purchase food/drink from the concession stand only.
Assistance During Event: If you have any questions or need assistance with anything during the event please call 763-442-0335.
Safety/Fire Regulations: Open flames or smoke emitting materials are prohibited, including candles. All aisles and entrance doors must remain clear of displays, merchandise or signage. Helium balloons are prohibited (they may rise to the high ceiling and are difficult to remove).
Sales Tax: All vendors (including out of state vendors) selling taxable merchandise are required to collect MN Sales tax. All vendors, even those exempt from filing sales tax are required by Minnesota law to fill out an Operator Certificate of Compliance (Form ST19). Please complete the attached form and send it in with your application. Vendors will not be allowed to participate without this completed form.
Certain vendors may be exempt from filing this form if you meet ALL of the following criteria:
• The seller participates in only one event per calendar year that lasts no more than three days;
• The seller makes sales of $500 or less during the calendar year; and
• The seller provides a written statement to that effect, and includes the seller’s name, address and telephone number.
This isolated and occasional sales provision applies to individuals only; it does not apply to businesses.
Both forms are located at the end of this document.
Refunds: Your table space fee is non refundable, except in the event that the promoter, Minnesota Moms in Business cancels the event. Should the event be cancelled, you will receive a full refund. No exceptions. If you are unable to occupy your space, you may find a replacement only upon approval by Minnesota Moms in Business.
Table Assignments: All spaces are assigned based on order in which they are received. Members of Minnesota Moms in Business will receive first priority in table assignments and available spots with electricity.
Disclaimer: While every precaution will be taken against loss or theft, Minnesota Moms in Business, it's committee members, the city or property where the event is held will in no way be responsible for any loss, damage, theft or defacement of exhibitor's property.
Common Rules Selected: Previous acceptance does not guarantee re-acceptance. Spots are assigned prior to show based by promoter. No Refunds or Show Credits. Held Rain or Shine! No vendor may sell any soft drinks, name brand drinks, or bottled water. Trash must be removed from your space to provided receptacles. No Early Packup Allowed. Table Cloth or Drape Required. Standard Rules: All work and displays must stay within designated space.
No boxes, extra merchandise or debris should be visible.
Spot area must be kept clean throughout the event and be left spotless afterwards.
No soliciting, approaching patrons, or distribution of advertising material outside of booth area.
All vendors must have a state sales tax license. Vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting all sales tax. |
Event Quality Level Determining Flags:
Retail Items Allowed.
Limited number of Artists per category.
Table cloths required.
No inventory boxes in view.
All product types to be sold must be listed on application.
Determined Quality Level: 2
quality levels explained
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Driving Directions From the Twin Cities area, take 35W North to Hwy 10 West to Hwy 65 North to 105th Ave NE. Take a right on 105th Ave NE. The complex is on both the north and south side of 105th Ave.
To Schwan Center: Proceed on 105th Ave and turn right at the entrance past the brick marquee. The Schwan Center is straight ahead. Park in front of building.
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