TC CULTURAL MARKET PLACE
On Saturday, November 10, 2007, The TRY CENTER, INC. in conjunction with the Austin Blvd. Christian Church (ABC) will present its maiden indoor marketplace in Oak Park ,Illinois. This is Oak Park’s first ever indoor market place. The market place will operate monthly, convening the second Saturday of each month. During holiday seasons, the market place will convene more frequently. This holiday season, there will be five special markets held; November 10 and 17th and December 8, 15 and 22, 2007. The hours of operation will be 7 a.m. until 1 p.m.
The TRY CENTER, a 26-year old not for profit, 501 C-3 organization, is the organizer of the market place. The market place, a unique selling and buying experience, will feature growers, dairies, bakeries, crafters, artists, vendors, businesses and entertainers.
The market’s location, 634 N Austin Blvd., is on the corner of Austin (600W) Blvd. and Superior (600J) which is just one block south of Chicago Avenue (800 N.) This ideal location is moments from the Eisenhower (I290) and the Kennedy (I90) expressways. It is within walking distance of CTA’s Green Line Train and several major bus lines. There is plenty of on the street parking in addition to parking available in West Suburban Hospital’s multi-level parking garage which is approximately one block south of the market place.
The marketplace is set to convene with approximately 30 vendors and exhibitors; however, since the building has three floors, the possibility of expansion is great. In order to have a market rich in cultural diversity and uniqueness, the organizers are working to avoid duplication of goods and services and to recruit merchants with unique and distinctive good and services.
Presently, vendors will be placed on the ground level of the building. There is a full service commercial kitchen. The TRY CENTER, ABC and other local not-for-profit groups, as fundraisers, will be able to use the kitchen to offer breakfast, lunch and snacks to the vendors and the market patrons.
Vendors Fees
There is an annual membership fee required of all vendors, crafters, artists and businesses. This annual fee includes listing in our printed brochure and a listing or link on our web page and Blogspot. Vendors will also be listed on other promotional materials distributed throughout the year. Separate from the membership fee, there is a monthly space leasing fee. The spaces are approximately 8' by 10' and a couple of 10' by 10' . Vendors can pay month by month or choose a semi-annual or annual lease which includes a pre-pay discount.
Prepaid semi and annual space leasing offers vendors not only a guaranteed, but a particular spot in all markets within the timeframe. We are offering guaranteed space in all five markets for a pre-paid discounted fee Space is limited on the main market place showroom. There are approximately 30 spaces. Assignments will be given on a first come, first served basic. Vendors who do not choose to book all five markets can lease month to month; however, there is no guarantee of space availability. Walk-in vendors can try and obtain space the day of the market; however, there will be an additional $20 on site leasing fee. We accept all forms of payment, including major credit card; however a small processing fee will be applied.
For current vendor fees and an application, contact our office at 708-948-7508.
INSURANCE
Our organization carries liability insurance; however, merchants are asked to exercise caution in conducting their affairs. The presenters are in no way responsible for your goods. This includes damages and theft.
ADVERTISING
In order to generated maximum exposure and high attendance at the market place, most of the vendor fees revenue will be used to promote the market. In addition to fliers distributions, email blasts and newspaper ads, we will advertise in magazines, on cable television and radio stations. We also utilize public services announcement and distribute promotional literature through local churches, business and organizations. Great emphasis will be place on advertising the week and weekend of the market place.
TABLES AND SIGNAGE
Table and chairs are available for rent. The cost for one table and two chairs is $10.00. We do not provide signage. You may bring you own table and chairs, provding the fit within the 8' by 10' or 10' by 10' space allotted to you.
CLEAN-UP
Vendors are responsible for cleaning their space during and at the end of the market. All debris must be removed from your space and place in the proper receptacle.
Restrooms and Storage
There are several rest rooms available and accessible to the marketplace. There is no place for storage when the market is not in session.
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