ARTS & CRAFTS UNDER THE PALMS

Presented by

TAMPA PALMS WOMEN’S CLUB, INC

DATE: SATURDAY AND SUNDAY October 18th and 19th 2008
TIME: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER AT TAMPA PALMS
(16000 block of Bruce B. Downs Blvd.)

GENERAL INFORMATION, RULES AND REGULATIONS

  1. Only Craftsmen and Artists displaying their own original work may participate. No proxy exhibitors will be allowed. No copies or commercial reproductions – this is for original handcrafted work.

    Please note: no copies or commercial reproductions will be accepted. No manufactured products, kits, dough art, or velvet paintings will be allowed.
  2. A non-refundable and non-transferable entry fee dependent on space size will register each exhibitor. In the event of emergency show cancellation, entry fee will be refunded minus pro-rated expenses (i.e. advertising).
  3. Each exhibitor will be responsible for all applicable Florida State & County Sales Tax -(7%).
  4. Please be very specific in describing your craft. Three photographs are required from everyone. Please no slides. Label back of each photograph with your name and address. When returning your completed application form, include an appropriate size envelope (minimum (#10) legal size) and affix sufficient postage to return your photographs.
  5. Each completed application will be given serious consideration. Letters of acceptance will be mailed as applications are received. Checks will be held until that time. Spaces will be assigned based on the category of your craft. For those applications not accepted, your entry fee will be refunded in full. A completed form is required from each exhibitor, even if two exhibitors are sharing a space. (Application form may be duplicated.)
  6. All spaces are on a concrete surface.

    There are approximately 60 sidewalk spaces under the partially covered walkways in front of the stores. Some spaces are 12' to 15' by 8' in size, with the 12' to 15' side against the storefront. Cost of these spaces is $110.00 ($102.81 fee + 7.19 tax). The remaining spaces are 8' to 10' by 8' in size, with the 8' to 10' side against the storefront. Cost of these spaces is $80.00 ($74.77 fee + 5.23 tax).

    No canopies can be set up on the sidewalk. However, Umbrellas that have 7' clearance and bases that can be concealed by table legs are allowed.

    Sidewalk spaces will be assigned by the order requests are received. In the event the size spaces request is filled, you will be contacted.

    Open spaces are approximately 15' by 12' in size. The cost for these spaces is $110.00 ($102.81 fee + 7.19 tax). These spaces are for Food Vendors and Crafters with canopies.

    No electricity or overnight storage is available. Exhibitors must provide their own display racks, tables, chairs, etc. Each exhibitor assumes responsibility for his/her own exhibit. Canopies & tents may be left up overnight. We have arranged for an overnight Security Guard in the parking lot area only. It will be up to the Craftsmen’s discretion if items are left inside the tents.
  7. There are restaurants in the shopping center where you may purchase beverages and food. No alcohol permitted.
  8. The hours of the show are 10:00 AM – 4 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Set up time is 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM. All exhibits must be set up by 10:00 AM and must remain in place both days until 4:00 PM. At 4:15 on Sunday, vehicles may begin loading.

    The registration table will be open at 7:00 AM. You will receive your space assignment when you check in. A designated parking area will be available. Each exhibitor is responsible for leaving his/her area clean at the end of each day.
  9. Applications will be accepted until spaces are filled.

    Send completed application, photographs, check (payable to Tampa Palms Women’s Club, Inc.) and postage paid return envelope to:

    Arts and Crafts Show
    Tampa Palms Women’s Club, Inc.
    16101 Compton Drive
    Tampa Florida 33647

We sincerely thank you for your support. The Tampa Palms Women’s club Sponsors this craft show as it’s main charity fund raiser. In 2007 the profits of $8000 were donated to local charities.

With your help, we plan to make this show a success for everyone.

Stella Hardman, Applications Chairman
TAMPA PALMS WOMEN’S CLUB
(813) 977-2261


ARTS & CRAFTS UNDER THE PALMS
October 18 and 19 2008
APPLICATION FORM
(Please type or print)

NAME ____________________________________________________

ADDRESS __________________________________________________

CITY _____________________STATE__________ZIP__________

HOME PHONE _________________WORK PHONE______________

e-mail ________________________________________________

DESCRIPTION OF ART/CRAFT/FOOD (Be specific)_______________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

NAME OF BUSINESS (If applicable)___________________________________________
*Name of Co-Exhibitor________________________________

Does your display require a generator? Yes______________ No____________
How did you hear about this show? _____________________

Check preferred space – Sidewalk (8' - 10') ($74.77 fee + 7% tax (5.23) = $80.00) ________
- Sidewalk (12' - 15') ($102.81 fee + 7% tax ($7.19) = $110.00) ________
- Open ($102.81 fee + 7% tax ($7.19) = $110.00) ________

I hereby make application to participate in the Tampa Palms Women's Club, Inc., 18th Annual "Arts & Crafts Under the Palms" show. I agree to abide by the rules and regulations set forth and other rules as may be established. I release and forever discharge Crossman & Company, lessors of PERA City Plaza at Tampa Palms, Lasalle Management, owners of PERA City Palza at Tampa Palms, merchants thereof, and the Tampa Palms Women's Club, Inc., from responsibility, loss, claims or damages in conjunction with this show. I understand, in the event of emergency show cancellation, entry fee will be refunded minus pro-rated expenses.

SIGNATURE__________________________________________ DATE______________________

*Completed application form and photos are required for each exhibitor, even if two are sharing a space.

REMEMBER TO ENCLOSE:
1. Entry fee – Check made payable to Tampa Palms Women’s Club, Inc.
2. Three photographs of your Art/Craft - labeled on back with your name and address.
3. A self-addressed, stamped legal-size envelope.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL SPACES ARE FILLED

MAIL TO: Arts and Crafts Show
Tampa Palms Women’s Club, Inc.
16101 Compton Drive
Tampa, FL 33647

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