Hello! Spring is 55 days away, and the Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival committee is ready to accept applications for its 2017 festival!! We are looking for vendors who are well suited to our festival, so handmade, crafters, heritage. Sorry but we do not accept direct sales at this time. Applications are considered by jury, so acceptance is not guaranteed. To download an application to be an exhibitor/vendor, please download the form from this link:
Exhibitor application form
The festival also has a food vendor court, with other food vendors selling smaller items spread through-out the Town Common. To be considered as a food vendor selling lunch-style items in our food court area, please download the form from this link:
Food Court application form
Applications for first consideration by our committee are due on March 3rd, 2017. The festival will be held on Saturday May 20th, 2017.
Monday, January 23, 2017
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
Applications for the 2016 festival are now being accepted!
All interested vendors will need to submit a completed application accompanied by 2-4 photocopied images of their craft to the AFHF Committee by March 7, 2016. (Please do not attach actual photos to your application. We cannot return images to vendors any longer and photocopies are more manageable). Growers and food vendors do not need to send in pictures with their application. Payment is NOT required with your application. You will be asked to provide payment once your are accepted as a vendor.
All applications will be reviewed by the Committee and vendors will be chosen through a group decision.
Those folks who make a craft, sell prepared foods, plants, candy, jewelry etc. need to fill out the Vendor Application.
Those vendors wishing to provide food on a large scale, in our Asparagus Alley (restaurants, caterers) should contact the Chair at asparagusfestival@charter.net for further information.
Those vendors wishing to provide food on a large scale, in our Asparagus Alley (restaurants, caterers) should contact the Chair at asparagusfestival@charter.net for further information.
Our application review policy (juried) is working well. It was implemented so that the festival could offer some new products every year to visitors instead of having the same items year after year. It was also brought about by the increased amount of inquiries we were getting from new vendors with fun, interesting products but the lack of available spaces we had from giving returning vendors first dibs. So, that being said, we are excited to see what this year will bring. There are so many creative people out there with excellent products to offer!
The deadline for first consideration will be March 7, 2016. All vendors will be notified of their acceptance by April 4, 2016. Applications will still be accepted after that date but spaces will be limited. Payment in the form of a check must be received by the Committee with your application to reserve your space. Any questions regarding this process can be sent to asparagusfestival@charter.net.
Now for some basic festival info:
The festival is on May 21st, rain or shine, from 10-4. Set-up begins at 7 a.m and all vehicles MUST BE off the Common by 9:00am. Once the festival is underway, vendors will not be able to leave until the event is over (safety issue). Vendor parking will be the same as always with 2 lots nearby open to vendor vehicles once you have unloaded and set-up. If someone has special needs in regards to parking, it is critical that you let us know before the day of the festival. We cannot guarantee specialty parking the morning of the festival. There are 2 handicapped parking spots available but additional accommodations can be made if necessary.
Please be reminded of the importance of a canopy as shade is at a premium and we cannot guarantee its availability. Also, our spaces are measured for a 10 x 10 canopy. If your canopy is a 12 x 12, you will need to sign up for a 20 x 10 space and pay accordingly. Please check the size of your tent before sending in your application.
If anyone needs electricity, make sure that is checked on the application because it cannot be provided on the day of the event after all spaces have been assigned. Electricity is limited and so first priorities are given to vendors who need it for demos, food production or refrigeration.
Lastly, for those vendors who sell edible items, please bring your own trash receptacle and bags. It makes the committee’s job a little easier. Looking forward to seeing you all again. See you in May!
2016 Vendor Application
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
2015 Festival Applications Closed
We are all full....sorry! Applications open each year in February and close early March.
Looking forward to another stellar festival!
Looking forward to another stellar festival!
Sunday, February 1, 2015
2015 Festival Vendors wanted!
Greetings Everyone …..
Hard to believe but it is that
time of year again. The AFHF Committee
just had our kick-off meeting and so it is time to get the applications out to
all interested vendors. Last year’s event went off without a hitch and we
are all looking forward to another busy and successful festival in 2015.
The Committee will be
following the same application format as last year. All interested vendors will need to submit a
completed application accompanied by 2-4 photocopied images of their craft to
the AFHF Committee by March 9, 2015. (Please
do not attach actual photos to your application. We cannot return images to vendors any longer
and photocopies are more manageable). Growers
and food vendors do not need to send in pictures with their application. Payment
is not required with your application so do not send a check with your completed form. All applications will be reviewed by the
Committee and vendors will be chosen through a group decision. Checks can be mailed to the festival
Committee once you are accepted.
Those folks who make a craft, sell
prepared foods, plants, candy, jewelry etc. need to fill
out the Exhibitor Application. Those
individuals who wish to serve food on a large scale to visitors in our “food
court” area need to fill out
the Food Court Vendor Application and once accepted will need to acquire a
temporary food permit through the town (Board of Health/Town Clerk’s Office). Please make sure you send in the appropriate
application for your product.
Our application review policy
is fairly new but seems to work well. It
was implemented so that the festival could offer some new products every year
to visitors instead of having the same items year after year. It was also brought about by the increased amount
of inquiries we were getting from new vendors with fun, interesting products
but the lack of available spaces we had from giving returning vendors first
dibs. So, that being said, we are
excited to see what this year will bring.
There are so many creative people out there with excellent products to
offer!
The deadline for first
consideration will be March 9, 2015. All
vendors will be notified of their acceptance by April 1, 2015. Applications will still be accepted after that date but spaces
will be limited. Payment must be received
by the Committee by April 8, 2015 to reserve your space. Any questions regarding this process can be
sent to asparagusfestival@charter.net.
Now for some basic festival info:
The festival is on May 16th, rain or shine, from 10-4. Set-up begins at 7 a.m and all vehicles MUST
BE off the Common by 9:30. Once the
festival is underway, vendors will not be able to leave until the event is over
(safety issue). Vendor parking will be
the same as always with 2 lots nearby open to vendor vehicles once you have
unloaded and set-up. If someone has special needs
in regards to parking, it is critical that you let us know before the day of
the festival. We cannot guarantee specialty parking the
morning of the festival. There are 2 handicapped parking spots
available but additional accommodations can be made if necessary.
Please be reminded of the
importance of a canopy as shade is at a premium and we cannot guarantee its
availability. Also, our spaces are measured for a 10 x 10 canopy. If your canopy is a 12 x 12, you will need to
sign up for a 20 x 10 space and pay accordingly. Please
check the size of your tent before sending in your application. If anyone needs electricity, make sure that
is checked on the application because it cannot be provided on the day of the
event after all spaces have been assigned.
Electricity is limited and so first priorities are given to vendors who
need it for demos, food production or refrigeration. Lastly, for those vendors who sell edible
items, please bring your own trash receptacle and bags. It makes the committee’s job a little
easier. Looking forward to seeing you
all again. See you in May!
Vendor application
Food Court vendor application
Vendor application
Food Court vendor application
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
It's almost here!
The West Brookfield Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival is right around the corner! As always, the 2014 festival will feature over 100 local crafters and artisans. Live music will play throughout the day, Clowning for Kidz will wander the Common entertaining young and old alike and frogs will jump their little legs off at the Frog Jumping contest at 1:30pm.
Treat yourself to goodies as you stroll the vendors, and make sure to save some room for the Asparagus Alley food court for lunch. Many dishes will incorporate asparagus and you may leave with some new ideas for how to incorporate asparagus into your meals more often.
Kids can have their face painted, make and decorate a sun visor and play games with the toys on offer.
See you there!
Treat yourself to goodies as you stroll the vendors, and make sure to save some room for the Asparagus Alley food court for lunch. Many dishes will incorporate asparagus and you may leave with some new ideas for how to incorporate asparagus into your meals more often.
Kids can have their face painted, make and decorate a sun visor and play games with the toys on offer.
See you there!
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Apply to be a Vendor!
Applications to be a vendor for the 2014 West Brookfield Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival are now open.
Please ensure you read the Welcome document as well, as it will provide you with important information about becoming a vendor.
There are two application forms. One for vendors who sell a craft, prepared food, plants, candy, jewellery etc. The other is for vendors who provide food on a large scale, in our food court area.
We will be accepting 100 vendors and 6 food court vendors.
The deadline for first consideration will be March 1, 2014. All vendors will be notified of their acceptance by March 8, 2014. Applications will still be accepted after that date but spaces will be limited. Any questions regarding this new process can be sent to asparagusfestival@charter.net.
Application to be a vendor
Application to be a food court vendor
Welcome letter
Please ensure you read the Welcome document as well, as it will provide you with important information about becoming a vendor.
There are two application forms. One for vendors who sell a craft, prepared food, plants, candy, jewellery etc. The other is for vendors who provide food on a large scale, in our food court area.
We will be accepting 100 vendors and 6 food court vendors.
The deadline for first consideration will be March 1, 2014. All vendors will be notified of their acceptance by March 8, 2014. Applications will still be accepted after that date but spaces will be limited. Any questions regarding this new process can be sent to asparagusfestival@charter.net.
Application to be a vendor
Application to be a food court vendor
Welcome letter
Thursday, January 16, 2014
2014 West Brookfield Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival
Welcome to 2014! Here is the date you need to write in your diaries!
Saturday May 17, 2014
10:00am - 4:00pm
West Brookfield Town Common
Further information, including applications to be a vendor, will be posted soon.
In the meantime, find us on Facebook!
Saturday May 17, 2014
10:00am - 4:00pm
West Brookfield Town Common
Further information, including applications to be a vendor, will be posted soon.
In the meantime, find us on Facebook!
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
It's almost time!
We cannot wait to see you all this Saturday, May 18 at the West Brookfield Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival. Come and join us on the Town Common for a day of strolling among the vendor displays, enjoying the live music, sampling the delicious food and beverage offerings, and letting the kids enjoy time with Ed the Wizard or compete in the BYO Frog Jumping competition.
We have many new fresh and exciting vendors this year. Please come and show them your support.
Rain or shine, we will be there on the Common waiting for you! 10am to 4pm.
We have many new fresh and exciting vendors this year. Please come and show them your support.
Rain or shine, we will be there on the Common waiting for you! 10am to 4pm.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Vendor applications closed!
Thanks everyone for all of the amazing applications we have received for this year's festival. We are now full and cannot consider any further applications.
Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on this blog as applications for the 2014 festival will open early next year.
See you at the festival!
Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on this blog as applications for the 2014 festival will open early next year.
See you at the festival!
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Vendors wanted!
Good news!! There is still room for vendors for this year's festival. We have been so excited to receive applications from new and amazing vendors and we are thrilled to say that we can still accept new applications.
So please follow the link below to download the application form. Remember that you must include photos of your items with a good description of what you sell.
Please submit the applications to the address on the form by April 12, 2013.
Application to be a vendor:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/123879045/West-Brookfield-Asparagus-and-Flower-Heritage-Festival-Vendor-Application-2013
So please follow the link below to download the application form. Remember that you must include photos of your items with a good description of what you sell.
Please submit the applications to the address on the form by April 12, 2013.
Application to be a vendor:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/123879045/West-Brookfield-Asparagus-and-Flower-Heritage-Festival-Vendor-Application-2013
Monday, February 4, 2013
2013 Vendor application forms
We are using Scribd.com to access our 2013 application forms. Please click on the links below to download the correct form, print and submit.
Please read the blog post below BEFORE submitting your application.
Application to be a vendor:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/123879045/West-Brookfield-Aspar
Application to be a food vendor:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/123880580/West-Brookfield-Aspa
If you have any questions, please contact us prior to submitting an application.
Deadline for applications is March 1 2013.
Please read the blog post below BEFORE submitting your application.
Application to be a vendor:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/123879045/West-Brookfield-Aspar
Application to be a food vendor:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/123880580/West-Brookfield-Aspa
If you have any questions, please contact us prior to submitting an application.
Deadline for applications is March 1 2013.
Ready when you are, Spring!
Today I received a catalogue in the mail with the caption of 'Ready when you are, Spring'. I don't know about you, but I am ready too! The AFHF committee members are starting to make preparations for the 2013 festival, to be held on Saturday May 18 (no rain date) on the Town Common.
This year, the committee is looking for new vendors. Our festival is very popular and we are grateful to all of our vendors who participate year after year. Every year we get more and more inquiries from new vendors with different products who wish to participate in the festival, and unfortunately there is extremely limited space. So this year, we have decided to accept applications from vendors, new and old, and decide as a committee, which ones best suit our 2013 festival. Vendors must have a nature or heritage theme.
This year, all applications must be accompanied by a couple of pictures of your craft. (Growers and food vendors do not need to send in pictures with their application, but they must be approved). All applications will be reviewed by the committee and vendors chosen through a group decision. Interested vendors should only send in a completed application and photos. Payment for the space will not be required until after the vendor is notified on their acceptance to the festival.
Deadline for consideration is March 1 2013. All vendors will be notified of their acceptance by March 8 2013. Any questions regarding this new process can be posted below as a comment, or sent via email to aspragusfestival@charter.net.
Please complete the form by answering each question, making it clear what your product is, and whether you require electricity (extremely limited). Your pictures may simply be printed out in color onto white paper, or in photo form.
You may find the application forms (one for craft vendors, and one for food/grower vendors) on this blog very soon. If you are unable to download it, please contact asparagusfestival@charter.net.
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming a group of exciting vendors to our festival!
This year, the committee is looking for new vendors. Our festival is very popular and we are grateful to all of our vendors who participate year after year. Every year we get more and more inquiries from new vendors with different products who wish to participate in the festival, and unfortunately there is extremely limited space. So this year, we have decided to accept applications from vendors, new and old, and decide as a committee, which ones best suit our 2013 festival. Vendors must have a nature or heritage theme.
This year, all applications must be accompanied by a couple of pictures of your craft. (Growers and food vendors do not need to send in pictures with their application, but they must be approved). All applications will be reviewed by the committee and vendors chosen through a group decision. Interested vendors should only send in a completed application and photos. Payment for the space will not be required until after the vendor is notified on their acceptance to the festival.
Deadline for consideration is March 1 2013. All vendors will be notified of their acceptance by March 8 2013. Any questions regarding this new process can be posted below as a comment, or sent via email to aspragusfestival@charter.net.
Please complete the form by answering each question, making it clear what your product is, and whether you require electricity (extremely limited). Your pictures may simply be printed out in color onto white paper, or in photo form.
You may find the application forms (one for craft vendors, and one for food/grower vendors) on this blog very soon. If you are unable to download it, please contact asparagusfestival@charter.net.
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming a group of exciting vendors to our festival!
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Welcome May!
Well, it is the first day of May, and although it is wet outside, I am sitting here thinking about the wonderful day that is the Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival, and looking forward to my 1, 2 or even 3 cups of asparagus chowder! Our Town of West Brookfield welcomes over 100 local artisans, crafters and food growers, as well as the delicious offerings of the Asparagus Alley vendors. Here is just a small sample of the line up for this year:
J.P. Glass Designs
Never Felt Better
BEADana
All Hill Farm
HollowoodsBay State Blankets
Chicken Feather Farm
Giannantonio Designs
Rainbow Kids
Flower Trail Gardens
Boneyard Biscuits
Positively Perennials
Virginia Weiner, Painted Gourds
Post and Boot
Amazing products from wonderful vendors!! And we can't forget some of the fine team behind Asparagus Alley:
Salem Cross Inn
Ye Olde Tavern
Rise N' Shine Diner
Happy Hempsters
Haymakers Grill
Yum! My mouth is watering for Asparagus Pesto Pizza, Homefries, Clam Chowder, Wraps, Grilled Asparagus Paninis, various salads featuring asparagus, good old fashioned hamburgers, hotdogs and pies.
There will also be a variety of food vendors offering take home delights such as:
June's Bakeshop
Wild Mountain Beefalo Farm
Five Loaves Bakery
I think one of our Asparagus Festival tote bags will come in handy! Look for one at the Information Booth.
See you at the festival!!!
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Highlights from the 2011 West Brookfield Asparagus & Flower Heritage Festival
As we begin to prepare for the 2012 West Brookfield Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival, we'll take some time to look back on the festival in 2011. What a day it was!
The West Brookfield Town Common was lined with vendors, crafters, local artisans, food - a selection to impress and satisfy all visitors.
As always, the Original Squeezed Lemonade stand was popular!
Asparagus Alley provided many lunch and snack options, from grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, oven-fired asparagus pizza and the most amazing asparagus chowder to old favorites of hot dogs and burgers.
Plenty of entertainment was provided throughout the day and everyone was entertained. Frog jumping, a Maypole dance, hat making for the kids and Ed the Wizard!
We are looking forward to a fun filled day in 2012. See you there!
The West Brookfield Town Common was lined with vendors, crafters, local artisans, food - a selection to impress and satisfy all visitors.
As always, the Original Squeezed Lemonade stand was popular!
Asparagus Alley provided many lunch and snack options, from grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, oven-fired asparagus pizza and the most amazing asparagus chowder to old favorites of hot dogs and burgers.
Plenty of entertainment was provided throughout the day and everyone was entertained. Frog jumping, a Maypole dance, hat making for the kids and Ed the Wizard!
We are looking forward to a fun filled day in 2012. See you there!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Asparagus Takes Root in America
The Tenth Annual Asparagus & Flower Heritage Festival will take place on the West Brookfield Common on Saturday, May 19,2012 from 10AM-4PM. This unique celebration originally focused on “Asparagus” as the spirit of spring but seven years ago “Flowers & Heritage” were added. The event is, once again, sponsored by the Quaboag Historical Society and the West Brookfield Historical Commission.
Why Asparagus?? In 1790 Deiderick Leertouwer, a Dutch Consul, was sent to the new state of Massachusetts and New England to promote trade. He settled in West Brookfield, which at the time was vying to be the county seat of Worcester. Legend has it that he missed his beloved asparagus and had roots sent to this country which he planted near Foster Hill in town. Asparagus patches appear each spring and several people claim to have the original patch!
This year's Festival is free to the public. Over 100 local growers, artisans, businesses and organizations are expected. Live music is provided by Dick Chase. A Maypole Dance takes place at 1:00pm followed by a Frog Jumping Contest at 1:30pm. Kids, bring your biggest frog! Free kids activities take place all day.. “Ed the Wizard”, a stolling magician, will return again this year and expect to see a lifesize “Asparagus Stalk”. Enjoy lunch in “Asparagus Alley” where a variety of asparagus dishes will be available in addition to other lunch selections.
Come! Meet local plant growers! Sit on a hay bale and enjoy the music! Have lunch with a touch of asparagus. And don’t forget to say hello to Deiderick Leertouwer, he’ll be strolling the Common.
For vendor information contact asparagusfestival@charter.net or phone 508-867-9400 Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm only.
Why Asparagus?? In 1790 Deiderick Leertouwer, a Dutch Consul, was sent to the new state of Massachusetts and New England to promote trade. He settled in West Brookfield, which at the time was vying to be the county seat of Worcester. Legend has it that he missed his beloved asparagus and had roots sent to this country which he planted near Foster Hill in town. Asparagus patches appear each spring and several people claim to have the original patch!
This year's Festival is free to the public. Over 100 local growers, artisans, businesses and organizations are expected. Live music is provided by Dick Chase. A Maypole Dance takes place at 1:00pm followed by a Frog Jumping Contest at 1:30pm. Kids, bring your biggest frog! Free kids activities take place all day.. “Ed the Wizard”, a stolling magician, will return again this year and expect to see a lifesize “Asparagus Stalk”. Enjoy lunch in “Asparagus Alley” where a variety of asparagus dishes will be available in addition to other lunch selections.
Come! Meet local plant growers! Sit on a hay bale and enjoy the music! Have lunch with a touch of asparagus. And don’t forget to say hello to Deiderick Leertouwer, he’ll be strolling the Common.
For vendor information contact asparagusfestival@charter.net or phone 508-867-9400 Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm only.
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