2016 Busker: No Fee Application

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1 JUNE 11, 2016 to OCTOBER 8, 2016

2 Busker Rules and Regulations You must initial each line for understanding, acceptance, and full cooperation with the following rules and regulations of the St. Albert Farmers Market. Failure to comply with these rules may result in the forfeiture of your participation in the farmers market. 1. Buskers are required to check in at the Chamber booth no later than 9:45 a.m. 2. Buskers are required to perform at the Market from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 3. Buskers will be assigned their allotted space by Market Administration. a. Musicians are required to rotate locations throughout the day as specified by Market Administration. 4. Only one busking group is permitted within listening distance of one another. 5. Buskers are permitted to receive donations from the public. 6. Should a Busker create a problem (ex: traffic concerns, noise, inappropriate behaviour, etc.) as defined by the Market Manager, the Busker shall agree to abide by the decision of the Market Administration. This may include immediate re-location or loss of busking privileges and expulsion from the Market. a. No refund will be provided for loss of busking privileges and expulsion from the Market. 7. Parking is not permitted in the parking lot across from City Hall. Please see market staff for approved parking lots.

3 Busker Rules and Regulations 8. Buskers are responsible for the dates they have been assigned. If the space will not be utilized for a specific date, a minimum of 7 days advance notice must be given in writing ( will be accepted). In the event of an emergency or last minute cancellation, please notify the St. Albert Farmers Market Manager at the Chamber office ( ) up until 4:30 pm on the Friday, or on the Market Cell after that time. (The cell number will be given to you with the confirmation of booking.) The 2016 St. Albert Farmers Market is scheduled to run from June 11, 2016 to October 8, Market hours are 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This is a rain or shine, all weather market. Definitions: Busker: Fee Buskers that charge a fee to the public for their service or performance. This includes musicians selling CD s or other merchandise and face painters, balloon artists, hair braiders, etc. charging a set price. Busker: No Fee Buskers that perform or offer a service at no charge to the public. These buskers are permitted to ask for donations. This includes musicians playing for tips and face painters, balloon artists, hair braiders, etc. asking for donations. If you are classified as a "Busker: No Fee", there will be no charge for participating in the Market. Busking is a privilege that is meant to enhance the market environment. We encourage musicians to play songs that are upbeat and lively. Buskers are required to have a large repertoire (at least 10 songs) available to play. Busking should never interfere with vendor/customer transactions. Previous participation does not guarantee acceptance. All applications are subject to review and approval by the Farmers Market Committee. Musicians must include an example of their work with the application (ex: CD, YouTube video, web link) Musicians must provide a ½ hour minimum set list (longer is accepted and welcomed), and provide a general description of the genres they play. Volume is subject, at all times, to the market Managers discretion

4 We reserve the right to limit market size and reject applications with or without reason. Decisions of the Farmers Market Committee are final. You will be notified in writing of your acceptance into the market. Please fill out the following information: PROSPECTIVE BUSKER: NO FEE APPLICATION FORM Busker Business Name: Personal Name: Address: City: Postal Code: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Alternate Phone: Website: Facebook: Twitter: YouTube Channel: Have you been a busker at this market in the past? If so, which years: In which format are you submitting your audition material? Description of Equipment Used (ex: amplifier, microphone) ** Please note there is NO POWER available. Description of Product, Service for Sale or Type of Entertainment:

5 Please choose the market dates that you would like to attend for the 2016 season: June 11 July 2 August 6 September 3 October 1 June 18 July 9 August 13 September 10 October 8 June 25 July 16 August 20 September 17 July 23 August 27 September 24 July 30 Please return the completed application to the Farmers Market Committee at the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce. You can mail, fax, drop off or your application to: St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce, 71 St. Albert Trail, St. Albert AB T8N 6L5 Fax: Phone: farmersmarket@stalbertchamber.com Please note that during Market Season, the Market staff work Tuesday Saturday only. St. Albert Farmers Market Application Quick Checklist: Application Form Submit a photo of you busking or performing your craft Audition material or links to access your audition

6 Congratulations! You have completed the application process to participate in the 2016 St. Albert Farmers Market! All applications will be reviewed by our Farmers Market Committee. If you are selected, you will receive a confirmation package by mail and/or . Depending on the number of applications we receive, process approval times will vary. For more information please visit our website at us at farmersmarket@stalbertchamber.com or give us a call at the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce at You can also follow our updates on social media through Facebook (/StAlbertFarmersMarket), Twitter (@StAlbertMarket), Instagram (@StAlbertMarket), Google+ and YouTube, and Pinterest (/StAlbertChamber/St-Albert-Farmers-Market). I am eligible, have read, understand and agree to comply with all Market Rules and Regulations as specified by the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market Committee. In order to comply with the Personal Information Protection Act: I give consent for the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce to disclose my name, company name, address and/or telephone number to those persons inquiring about my product(s), and for promotion of the St. Albert Farmers Market. I also give permission for photos of me busking to be used in promoting the Farmers' Market. Please sign and date authorization form. Unsigned agreements will not be considered as complete and will not be accepted for review. Signature: Date:

7 Office use only: Application Received: Accepted: Wait-list: Declined: Category: Invoice Number: