January 1, 2008

Thank you for your interest in the 2008 Westside Community Farmers’ Market (WCM). Last year, vendor-run WCM had its best season yet due to our quality vendors, convenient location and parking, and loyal shoppers. In 2008 WCM will step up publicity while maintaining the successful Saturday-only schedule.

Please read through all Market Rules before filling out the Application; the WCM Board, with input from the Steering Committee, revised them slightly from last year. First and foremost, this is a Wisconsin producer-only market, but without the requirement that the producer be at the Market to vend personally (although we encourage it). Of note:

Fill in the Product Information check-off section of the Application realistically and accurately based on what you would grow or produce for WCM – it is vital to WCM maintaining its reputation as a well-balanced farmers’ market, since our permit with the state caps stall capacity at fifty. WCM assesses product compatibility during Application review.

Mail application materials to WCM’s PO Box by March 1, 2008. WCM only considers application packets that include all of the following:
    1. Completed Application For Membership form (attached).
    2. Copies of all current, applicable, license and permit documents.
    3. Check for sum of $50 Membership Fee plus the entire 2008 stall fee based on size and sessions.

If your application is not accepted for the 2008 season, your check will be returned to you uncashed.

About a week after WCM receives your application, you should get confirmation that it was received.

WCM is not offering a Wednesday market in 2008.

If you have questions, please call WCM Assistant Manager Amy Kinast at 608 231 1086 or e-mail her ... [Please see PDF or use online form on "contact us" page.]

Westside Community Market – a vibrant community of farmers, food and plant artisans, and their customers – a great group of folks to spend your Saturday mornings with!