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New Canaan's Annual Village Fair and Sidewalk Sale |
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Saturday, July 18th, 2009
9:00AM - 5:00PM
"Rain or Shine"
Guidelines and Application for Participation
Spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis, according to the following fee schedule (see page 2), devised to be the most equitable way to allow the greatest number of participants and help offset the costs for entertainment, police supervision, advertising and clean-up. We are requesting your cooperation for a successful, enjoyable and fun filled day for all.
Please complete the attached form and return with your check, made payable to NCCC, to our office by July 6th. All 2009 membership dues must be paid to qualify for member discount. To pay by Visa or MasterCard, please provide the card number, expiration date and security code. Click here to print the form.
- Any non-profit wishing to participate must be a member of the Chamber of Commerce
- Any business not located on Elm or Forest Streets must be a member of the Chamber in order to relocate to the general fair areas
- Businesses wishing to use the street must register with the Chamber or someone else will be assigned to that space
- Space is restricted to the limit of store frontage for businesses located on the closed streets and limited to the size of four 6 foot tables in a square or horseshoe shape in the street
- Elm Street from Main to Park and Forest Street will become pedestrian malls, closed to vehicular traffic from 8AM-5PM. All cars, vans and delivery vehicles must deliver, drop off goods and leave the area by 8AM on Saturday, July 18th
- No alcoholic beverages may be served on the street
- Participants are responsible for tents, tables, chairs, signs etc. Electric lines should be strung overhead or covered if laid on the sidewalk. Access to electricity is minimal so plan accordingly. There is electrical access on the lampposts.
- All signage should look professional
- Participants are responsible for reporting any sales tax revenue to the Ct Dept. of Revenue Services
- Exhibits must be manned at all times and completely cleaned up by 5PM at which point public works crews will clean the streets
- Plan to wear light clothing and remember to drink plenty of fluids
FOOD AND DRINK
- Proper arrangements must be made with the New Canaan Health Dept. at least two weeks prior to the Village Fair. Verification of registration with the Chamber must be obtained BEFORE applying for the temporary health permit. Click here for Food/Beverage Form.
FEE SCHEDULE
Chamber members: $175
Non-Profit members: $75 for Morse Court
Non-Members: $325 on Forest Street
Non-Profit members $150 on Elm Street or South Avenue
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Welcome to the New Canaan Chamber |
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The Chamber's mission is to serve the community by fostering the growth of local businesses and promoting the continued progress of New Canaan as a whole.
Tucker Murphy, Executive Director
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Chamber Officially Welcomes Tucker Murphy, Announces Media Campaign |
More than a 100 people gathered for the “Meet and Greet” reception held at Karl Chevrolet on Thursday, May 17th. The event was to officially announce the appointment of the Chamber’s new Executive Director, Tucker Murphy, and to also launch a PR/Media Campaign that the Chamber is offering.
Those in attendance included State Senator Toni Boucher, Selectmen Rob Mallozzi and Sally Hines, Police Chief Ed Nadriczny as well as many business owners, merchants and community members. “This is a very exciting time to be involved with the Chamber,” said many of the Chamber Board members.
“I am thrilled to be part of the “New” New Canaan Chamber and look forward to taking aim at promoting New Canaan as we move through these tough economic times,” said Tucker Murphy, the Executive Director for the Chamber.
Many local merchants generously donated goods to make the event possible. Franco’s Wine Merchants and New Canaan Wine Merchants provided the wine. Best Wurst, Fabulous Feasts, Stewarts Market, Club Sandwich and Chef Luis donated food. The Karl family donated their showroom and their capable staff to help make the event such a huge success.
Anyone interested in learning more about the Chamber and any of its programs should send an email to
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