For Current Vendors

Market policies

Part of what makes our markets unique and successful is that they also serve as community gathering places and sources of education about the local food movement. Below please find details concerning our market policies, including community partnerships, on-site issues, and events and programs at the market.

Community Booths

Non-profit groups, art groups, and civic groups
may be given stall space at the discretion of the Board. An application must be 
made to the Board and approved before the group may be assigned a stall. The
 application should include the purpose of the organization and an explanation of the activities the group plans at the booth. The purpose of the community group must be in harmony with the mission of the Market and the requested stall must serve the community and enhance the Market. Political advocacy, proselytizing, and promotion of an ideology will not be allowed. Vendors have priority for stall space over community groups. Both the $25 membership fee and daily stall fees are waived for Non-Profit members.

Dog and Pet Manners

Vendors may not bring a dog to the Market without permission, with the exception of service dogs.

CEFM management reserves the right to request that owners remove pets from the market.

Sponsors

CEFM’s Board of Directors is dedicated to consumer education as a critical component of building sales for local agriculture. Vendors’ fees at CEFM cover the basic cost of operating the markets, including site rental, permits, advertising, and insurance. In order to keep vendors’ fees as low as possible and still fund educational outreach, CEFM solicits sponsors for special events, including market festivals, and the music stage. Sponsor candidates are evaluated on an individual basis to ensure there is not direct conflict with the Market’s mission. In addition, CEFM holds annual fundraising events, receives numerous in-kind donations, benefits from the support of volunteers, and cultivates community partners.

Vendor Roster Publication

CEFM’s Board of Directors is dedicated to consumer education as a critical component of building sales for local agriculture. Vendors’ fees at CEFM cover the basic cost of operating the markets, including site rental, permits, advertising, and insurance. In order to keep vendors’ fees as low as possible and still fund educational outreach, CEFM solicits sponsors for special events, including market festivals and the music stage. Sponsor candidates are evaluated on an individual basis to ensure there is not direct conflict with the Market’s mission. In addition, CEFM holds annual fundraising events, receives numerous in-kind donations, benefits from the support of volunteers, and cultivates community partners.

Market Programs and Special Events

Market programs and special events are the vehicles for enacting CEFM’s educational goals. CEFM believes if markets are to continue to grow and flourish, it is critical to educate consumers on the value of supporting regional agriculture. We plan to annually review and evaluate all our programs in terms of costs and benefits, deleting and adding programs where appropriate. Funding for these activities could be raised through sponsors and in-kind donations. In addition, volunteers could give hours of their time to ensure the success of these events.

Musicians

Live music at the market provides enjoyable entertainment, creates a festive atmosphere, and builds community. CEFM schedules musicians for the market. Whenever you find yourself tapping your foot or dancing in your booth, think about giving the musicians a tip in trade. Musicians report that their favorite part of playing at CEFM, besides the smiles and fun, is the generous gifts of produce and market goodies they receive.