We're at 80% capacity and growing! Thank you to everyone who has applied so far and to those whose applications keep trickling in.
A couple of reminders: July 22nd and August 26th are the next two deposit dates to lock in a booth quickly. The last two application deadlines are August 13th for food vendors and September 16th for crafters - no grace periods given.
At this moment Section A is now full; B, C, D and G each have one to three spaces left; and, E and F are open for some lovin'.
Again, the jewelry cap has been met. To be put on the waiting list, please still submit an application so that you are ready to take a cancellation the moment one should arise.
Enjoy this incredible weather we're having and we'll see you very soon!
Bella Vista Arts and Crafts Fair - October 3, 2026 - 8am - 3pm - 8301 Madison Ave., Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Monday, July 18, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
First Round of Jurying is Complete!
WHEW! Confirmations for the first round of crafters have been sent out! Food Vendors - Hang in there, I'll take care of you this week, but so glad to have the regular crews back! yum, I mean, Yay!
JEWELRY - We have reached the 15% booth limit, so any new vendors will be put on a jewelry waiting list and can only take spaces where another jewelry vendor had cancelled. This includes spaces that are half jewelry and half craft. Anything less isn't counted.
Local, Randy Peters Catering, will be providing a full breakfast menu in the cafeteria, then transitioning later to a lunch menu. FYI - we make a concerted effort not to allow direct competition of foods, so food vendors get to sell their specialties. So far, we'll have sandwiches, salads, desserts, lumpia, rice bowls, hot dogs, and kettlecorn. We're working on a bbq pit, Mexican caterer and an additional coffee/espresso stand, and that's not to mention all the student groups we won't know about until September! So cross your fingers for some homemade treats from them!
Three more months, three more months, three more months, .....
JEWELRY - We have reached the 15% booth limit, so any new vendors will be put on a jewelry waiting list and can only take spaces where another jewelry vendor had cancelled. This includes spaces that are half jewelry and half craft. Anything less isn't counted.
Local, Randy Peters Catering, will be providing a full breakfast menu in the cafeteria, then transitioning later to a lunch menu. FYI - we make a concerted effort not to allow direct competition of foods, so food vendors get to sell their specialties. So far, we'll have sandwiches, salads, desserts, lumpia, rice bowls, hot dogs, and kettlecorn. We're working on a bbq pit, Mexican caterer and an additional coffee/espresso stand, and that's not to mention all the student groups we won't know about until September! So cross your fingers for some homemade treats from them!
Three more months, three more months, three more months, .....
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
First Deposit Date now July 1st!
In past years it always just happened that the first deposit of booth fees was made after July 1st. And, as I just happened to have a conversation with our Treasurer after the last PTA meeting, I found out that's the way it should be! Therefore, the date on your documents is currently wrong and we will Not deposit the first checks on June 24th, but on Friday, July 1st, instead.
It's simply about dividing last year's fiscal data from the upcoming year, and it only makes sense that these new funds are represented accurately as the money that will come and go within the same school year. duh
This Sunday we will be sorting the 100+ applications received so far, reviewing the contents for completeness, and possibly making a few calls. I'll start evaluating seniority, booth requests, product photos, etc., and then assign vendors to their spaces. The idea is to get a head start so, when my volunteer administrative assistants are here on the subsequent weeknights, we can zip through the paperwork processing in an easy assembly line manner. Of course, while we're visiting and nibbling, and oohing and ahhing at the pictures....
Next to the actual day of our fair, this is my favorite part of the process - working with great people and immersing myself in art.
It's simply about dividing last year's fiscal data from the upcoming year, and it only makes sense that these new funds are represented accurately as the money that will come and go within the same school year. duh
This Sunday we will be sorting the 100+ applications received so far, reviewing the contents for completeness, and possibly making a few calls. I'll start evaluating seniority, booth requests, product photos, etc., and then assign vendors to their spaces. The idea is to get a head start so, when my volunteer administrative assistants are here on the subsequent weeknights, we can zip through the paperwork processing in an easy assembly line manner. Of course, while we're visiting and nibbling, and oohing and ahhing at the pictures....
Next to the actual day of our fair, this is my favorite part of the process - working with great people and immersing myself in art.
Friday, April 29, 2011
APRIL 30 - BUNCO!!!!
HELP SPREAD THE WORD - WE REALLY NEED PLAYERS!! The 2011 Bella Vista PTSA “Safe and Sober Grad Night” Committee announces a BUNCO/RAFFLE FUNDRAISER - Saturday, April 30, 6 - 9:30pm at Divine Savior Church, Orangevale. Tickets are $15, free appetizers/desserts. Soda, water & hot tea - $1; buy raffle tickets for beautiful baskets. Pay at the door, or contact me directly to reserve a space - bvcraftfair@gmail.com. THANK YOU!!!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Applications are now available!
Shouldn't we all learn something new everyday??? I just did and now you can download the pdf applications and map of the campus, showing all the booth spaces. The document links are at the bottom of this page. I added 162 to 171 on the east rim of the quad grass to be shared with the students on the south edge. Also pay careful attention to the A-1 versus A-2 rows in the front of the school. They and the B section will all set up on a staggered schedule with A-1 starting at 5:30am, then 6 and 6:30am.
Yes, I still have to set up the outgoing message on the voice mail (so ashamed to be behind already), but know I will check voice mails frequently. Our current inexpensive phone plan doesn't allow for many minutes, so I'm big on email and quick conversations. Nothing personal, I swear! : )
The school so genuinely appreciates all our vendors for their participation and what it means to the students. The committee promises to do everything it can to make this a positive experience for everyone.
Thank you!!!
Toni
Yes, I still have to set up the outgoing message on the voice mail (so ashamed to be behind already), but know I will check voice mails frequently. Our current inexpensive phone plan doesn't allow for many minutes, so I'm big on email and quick conversations. Nothing personal, I swear! : )
The school so genuinely appreciates all our vendors for their participation and what it means to the students. The committee promises to do everything it can to make this a positive experience for everyone.
Thank you!!!
Toni
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