VerHage's Farm Market
at The Mill
at The Mill
Attention Any and All...
Curators, Vintage Sellers, Antiquarians, Re-Purpose Designers, Crafters,
Unique Vendors, Sign Designers, Farm Market Designs & Goods,
Up-Cycle, Salvage & Industrial Designers, Creators & Artisans
We are searching for you!!
Are you interested in our Market Shows?
Read this page for all the details, guidelines and & expectations of being a Vendor at our
Market at The Mill Shows.
Curators, Vintage Sellers, Antiquarians, Re-Purpose Designers, Crafters,
Unique Vendors, Sign Designers, Farm Market Designs & Goods,
Up-Cycle, Salvage & Industrial Designers, Creators & Artisans
We are searching for you!!
Are you interested in our Market Shows?
Read this page for all the details, guidelines and & expectations of being a Vendor at our
Market at The Mill Shows.
We are always looking to fill our shows with unique, creative and artistic talent and
we always find space for everyone, we never ever run out of space!!
Market Shows are FREE to public, but we charge vendors a $20.00 fee (Spring & Summer) We are now subject to pay Oshtemo Township for an event permit on our own property.
September Show is $30.00 per Vendor.
we always find space for everyone, we never ever run out of space!!
Market Shows are FREE to public, but we charge vendors a $20.00 fee (Spring & Summer) We are now subject to pay Oshtemo Township for an event permit on our own property.
September Show is $30.00 per Vendor.
MARKET SHOWS SCHEDULE 2024
May, Saturday Mother's Day Market Show
Saturday, May 11th
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$20.00 FEE
June Market Show
Saturday, June 15th
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$20.00 FEE
July Market Show
Saturday, July 20th
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
$20.00 FEE
Saturday, September 28th
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
$30.00 FEE
Saturday, May 11th
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$20.00 FEE
June Market Show
Saturday, June 15th
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$20.00 FEE
July Market Show
Saturday, July 20th
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
$20.00 FEE
Saturday, September 28th
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
$30.00 FEE
HERE IS SOME QUICK SHOW INFORMATION:
ALL SHOWS ARE OUTDOORS ONLY!
NO SMOKING ALLOWED
ONE SPACE = 12 X 12 = 1 REGULAR POP UP TENT, ADJUSTMENTS MADE REGULARLY
NO ELECTRICITY AVAILABLE
RURAL AREA/ NO WIFI/ POOR CELL SERVICE
SET UP BEGINS NO EARLIER THAN 7:30 A.M.
DO NOT ARRIVE BEFORE 7:30 A.M. CIRCLE BLOCK DON'T PARK ON ROAD!!
YOU MUST STAY UNTIL THE END OF SHOW
YOU ONLY PAY THE DAY OF THE SHOW WHEN YOU ARRIVE! WE DO NOT ACCEPT PRE-PAYMENT!
DON'T PAY SCAMMERS ON THE INTERNET OR FACEBOOK!!
YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN TENT, TABLES, CHAIRS & DISPLAY
YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN CHANGE FOR CASH SALES
YES, YOU CAN SPACE SHARE WITH A FRIEND!
YOU MUST BE SET UP BY 9:00 A.M.
YOUR VEHICLES NEED TO BE REMOVED FROM SHOPPING AREA & CUSTOMER PARKING AREA
Still Interested?? Ok, here’s the whole set of our guidelines and expectations!
THIS NEEDS TO BE READ!
IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION MAKE SURE ITS NOT ALREADY ANSWERED HERE BEFORE YOU ASK!
OUR MISSION STATEMENT: We are hosting not just a show but a Farm Market Experience to help bring recognition and attention to you as artists, designers, crafters and entrepreneurs as well as to our own business ventures! We want every entrepreneur to have an opportunity to grow his or her business in our community; we believe in “Paying it Forward.” Our goal is to continue to grow our business and success as well as help others like you do the same! We welcome the chance to share our market experience with everyone!
OUR EXPECTATIONS: We want everyone participating in this event to have a prosperous and happy day as well as the customers and their families to have a great shopping experience! Please bring a great attitude and your awesome wares to ensure we all have a wonderful event! Wear your smile;) Customers love a kind, smiling face an are more apt to buy from you. Being polite to customers, other vendors and staff is a requirement, not a suggestion!
ARRIVAL/ PLACEMENT/ SET - UP: 7:30 a.m. to 8:50 a.m.
Please do not arrive before 7:30 a.m. The gates will NOT OPEN until 7:30 a.m. Oshtemo Township does NOT ALLOW parking on the road. Booth placement is first come first serve and is dependent on Kelly’s decisions to place you as you arrive. You will not always be able to keep your vehicle next to your booth. Park where directed to set-up and move vehicle to designated parking area. YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN TENT, TABLES, CHAIRS & DISPLAY. Respect the boundaries of your booth space and neighbor. If you are unsure of fitting into a normal space discussions with Kelly will need to take place, before the show date arrives so we can make adjustments for you accordingly, please note you may pay more to attend when utilizing more space.
DISPLAY & BOOTH: We expect your space to look beautiful, eye catching and professional. All tables that are used to display your items need real table cloths or fabrics, or designer plastic cloths if you must, but no bare plastic tables.. (EXCEPTIONS BEING REPURPOSED FURNITURE TABLES.) We want your space to stand out and be as unique as your items. Remember to use decorative pieces and be artistic in all displays.
BOOTH SHARING: YES, you can booth share as long as your in a regular tent and taking up normal space your cost will be as listed.
EARLY SET-UP: Early Set-Up may occur on Friday from Noon to 5:30 p.m.
If you choose Early Set-Up on Friday, please note that regular business and tours will take precedence so please be patient as to where you will be assigned to set up.
TENTS: Tents must be no larger than your booth space, tied or weighted down, and in good, clean condition. Make sure you have a way to secure your booth from interfering with other booths on a windy day! All booths will be in grass, sand, dirt or gravel. You will need to pay extra for larger booths or larger tents.
TEAR DOWN: Tearing down before the end of the show is unacceptable. We have advertised to our guests that you will be there from 9:00 a.m until a certain time, each show is different.
May Show 9:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m.
June Show 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
July Show 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
September Show 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
If your booth is empty before end time stack your materials neatly in your booth and walk around and enjoy the show! Before leaving your booth space, please look around and leave NOTHING behind. Feel free to lend a hand to your neighbor when packing or loading up;)
VENDORS: VENDORS SELLING BRAND COMPANY PRODUCTS, LIKE IE.. MARY KAY, PAMPERED CHEF, TUPPERWARE AND 31 BAGS. YOU ARE ALLOWED TO ATTEND, BUT WE DO NOT TRACK YOU OR OTHERS SELLING THESE ITEMS. IF THERE ARE 2 OR MORE OF YOU VENDORS WE APOLOGIZE WE DO NOT TAKE TRACK OF YOU IF SOMEONE SELLS CRAFTS AND MARY KAY THEN YOU WILL ALL BE IN ATTENDANCE TOGETHER. THERE COULD POTENTIALLY BE MORE THAN ONE OF YOUR BRAND NAME AT A SHOW (DUPLICATES), IT DOSEN'T HAPPEN OFTEN, BECAUSE WE TRY TO TRACK WHAT IS ATTENDING, BUT WE HAVE A OPEN GATE POLICY IF YOU WANT TO SET UP THE DAY OF THE SHOW, WE DON'T TURN PEOPLE AWAY.
ELECTRICITY: Not Available.
BATHROOMS: We Only have Porta-Johns.
WEATHER: LIGHT RAIN/ SPRINKLES: The event will go on with rain as planned.
WEATHER: HEAVY RAIN/ DOWN POUR: We will consult radar and weather patterns and delay or cancel.
SEVERE WEATHER WE WILL CANCEL THE EVENT!
ATTIRE: This is Michigan! We all know Michigan weather, could be sunny and 75, rainy and 40 and everything in between! Wear layers and be prepared for all types of conditions.
SHOPPER ADMISSION: FREE & FREE PARKING
FOOD: You are welcome to bring your own food and snack, but you may also enjoy ours! Our kitchen will be serving up our seasonal favorites!
ADVERTISING: You may utilize our FaceBook Event to advertise your attendance in our event! Make sure to email [email protected] to send us your links and a few specific pictures to enjoy us spotlighting your products!
HELP-FULL VENDOR TIPS:
1. HAVE CASH! BE ABLE TO MAKE CHANGE FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS. NO ATM!
2. TEST OUT YOUR CREDIT CARD DEVICE EARLY. BE SURE IT WORKS AT OUR LOCATION.
IF YOUR CREDIT CARD DEVICE DOES NOT WORK AT OUR LOCATION MAKE ARRANGMENTS WITH KELLY.
WE FREQUENTLY ALLOW YOU TO HAVE CUSTOMERS USE OURS.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR THIS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE!!
3. BRING EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR TENT… BUNGIES, WEIGHTS, ETC…
4. BRING TABLES, WALLS, DISPLAYS. REMEMBER NOTHING IS PROVIDED.
5. PRICE YOUR ITEMS BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AND USE WHOLE DOLLARS, NO ONE HAS TIME FOR COINS.
6. WEAR LAYERS AND DRESS FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS! IT’S AND OUTSIDE SHOW
7. SMILE- BE FRIENDLY - HAVE CONTACT INFORMATION READY…. JUST BECAUSE SOMEONE
DOESN’T BUY TODAY, DOESN’T MEAN THEY WONT COME LOOKING FOR YOU LATER.
HAVE YOUR BUSINESS CARDS AND ADVERTISEMENTS READY!
8. NO SMOKING ALLOWED!
9. YOU MUST BE SET UP BY 9:00 A.M. AND ATTEND THE WHOLE SHOW, EARLY LEAVERS WILL BE BANNED FROM
FUTURE EVENTS.
10. REMEMBER TO REMOVE YOUR VEHICLE FROM THE SHOPPING AREA & CUSTOMER PARKING.
THERE WILL BE HELP FOR YOU FROM OUR MEN ON THE PROPERTY DIRECTING AND UNLOADING.
INSURANCE/ LOSS: VerHage Fruit Farms & Cider Mill is not responsible for loss of items due to weather, theft or damage of any kind during set-up, overnight hours, during the even or at tear-down. If you wish, check with your insurance company on whether or not your items are covered while at the event under your own personal policy. VerHage Fruit Farms is not responsible for any loss that may arise to the vendor, vendors employees or merchandise. Vendor agrees that this is a contract and shall be interpreted and enforced pursuant of the law of Michigan. Please be sure your homeowner’s policy
covers your items during this sale, if you desire.
INTERESTED IN BOOKING YOUR SPACE: Then send us an email if you want to be added to our mailing list and invited to all of our shows. If you have further questions please text or call Kelly at 269-655-6047.
Email us at [email protected]
OUR EXPECTATIONS: We want everyone participating in this event to have a prosperous and happy day as well as the customers and their families to have a great shopping experience! Please bring a great attitude and your awesome wares to ensure we all have a wonderful event! Wear your smile;) Customers love a kind, smiling face an are more apt to buy from you. Being polite to customers, other vendors and staff is a requirement, not a suggestion!
ARRIVAL/ PLACEMENT/ SET - UP: 7:30 a.m. to 8:50 a.m.
Please do not arrive before 7:30 a.m. The gates will NOT OPEN until 7:30 a.m. Oshtemo Township does NOT ALLOW parking on the road. Booth placement is first come first serve and is dependent on Kelly’s decisions to place you as you arrive. You will not always be able to keep your vehicle next to your booth. Park where directed to set-up and move vehicle to designated parking area. YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN TENT, TABLES, CHAIRS & DISPLAY. Respect the boundaries of your booth space and neighbor. If you are unsure of fitting into a normal space discussions with Kelly will need to take place, before the show date arrives so we can make adjustments for you accordingly, please note you may pay more to attend when utilizing more space.
DISPLAY & BOOTH: We expect your space to look beautiful, eye catching and professional. All tables that are used to display your items need real table cloths or fabrics, or designer plastic cloths if you must, but no bare plastic tables.. (EXCEPTIONS BEING REPURPOSED FURNITURE TABLES.) We want your space to stand out and be as unique as your items. Remember to use decorative pieces and be artistic in all displays.
BOOTH SHARING: YES, you can booth share as long as your in a regular tent and taking up normal space your cost will be as listed.
EARLY SET-UP: Early Set-Up may occur on Friday from Noon to 5:30 p.m.
If you choose Early Set-Up on Friday, please note that regular business and tours will take precedence so please be patient as to where you will be assigned to set up.
TENTS: Tents must be no larger than your booth space, tied or weighted down, and in good, clean condition. Make sure you have a way to secure your booth from interfering with other booths on a windy day! All booths will be in grass, sand, dirt or gravel. You will need to pay extra for larger booths or larger tents.
TEAR DOWN: Tearing down before the end of the show is unacceptable. We have advertised to our guests that you will be there from 9:00 a.m until a certain time, each show is different.
May Show 9:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m.
June Show 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
July Show 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
September Show 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
If your booth is empty before end time stack your materials neatly in your booth and walk around and enjoy the show! Before leaving your booth space, please look around and leave NOTHING behind. Feel free to lend a hand to your neighbor when packing or loading up;)
VENDORS: VENDORS SELLING BRAND COMPANY PRODUCTS, LIKE IE.. MARY KAY, PAMPERED CHEF, TUPPERWARE AND 31 BAGS. YOU ARE ALLOWED TO ATTEND, BUT WE DO NOT TRACK YOU OR OTHERS SELLING THESE ITEMS. IF THERE ARE 2 OR MORE OF YOU VENDORS WE APOLOGIZE WE DO NOT TAKE TRACK OF YOU IF SOMEONE SELLS CRAFTS AND MARY KAY THEN YOU WILL ALL BE IN ATTENDANCE TOGETHER. THERE COULD POTENTIALLY BE MORE THAN ONE OF YOUR BRAND NAME AT A SHOW (DUPLICATES), IT DOSEN'T HAPPEN OFTEN, BECAUSE WE TRY TO TRACK WHAT IS ATTENDING, BUT WE HAVE A OPEN GATE POLICY IF YOU WANT TO SET UP THE DAY OF THE SHOW, WE DON'T TURN PEOPLE AWAY.
ELECTRICITY: Not Available.
BATHROOMS: We Only have Porta-Johns.
WEATHER: LIGHT RAIN/ SPRINKLES: The event will go on with rain as planned.
WEATHER: HEAVY RAIN/ DOWN POUR: We will consult radar and weather patterns and delay or cancel.
SEVERE WEATHER WE WILL CANCEL THE EVENT!
ATTIRE: This is Michigan! We all know Michigan weather, could be sunny and 75, rainy and 40 and everything in between! Wear layers and be prepared for all types of conditions.
SHOPPER ADMISSION: FREE & FREE PARKING
FOOD: You are welcome to bring your own food and snack, but you may also enjoy ours! Our kitchen will be serving up our seasonal favorites!
ADVERTISING: You may utilize our FaceBook Event to advertise your attendance in our event! Make sure to email [email protected] to send us your links and a few specific pictures to enjoy us spotlighting your products!
HELP-FULL VENDOR TIPS:
1. HAVE CASH! BE ABLE TO MAKE CHANGE FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS. NO ATM!
2. TEST OUT YOUR CREDIT CARD DEVICE EARLY. BE SURE IT WORKS AT OUR LOCATION.
IF YOUR CREDIT CARD DEVICE DOES NOT WORK AT OUR LOCATION MAKE ARRANGMENTS WITH KELLY.
WE FREQUENTLY ALLOW YOU TO HAVE CUSTOMERS USE OURS.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR THIS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE!!
3. BRING EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR TENT… BUNGIES, WEIGHTS, ETC…
4. BRING TABLES, WALLS, DISPLAYS. REMEMBER NOTHING IS PROVIDED.
5. PRICE YOUR ITEMS BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AND USE WHOLE DOLLARS, NO ONE HAS TIME FOR COINS.
6. WEAR LAYERS AND DRESS FOR WEATHER CONDITIONS! IT’S AND OUTSIDE SHOW
7. SMILE- BE FRIENDLY - HAVE CONTACT INFORMATION READY…. JUST BECAUSE SOMEONE
DOESN’T BUY TODAY, DOESN’T MEAN THEY WONT COME LOOKING FOR YOU LATER.
HAVE YOUR BUSINESS CARDS AND ADVERTISEMENTS READY!
8. NO SMOKING ALLOWED!
9. YOU MUST BE SET UP BY 9:00 A.M. AND ATTEND THE WHOLE SHOW, EARLY LEAVERS WILL BE BANNED FROM
FUTURE EVENTS.
10. REMEMBER TO REMOVE YOUR VEHICLE FROM THE SHOPPING AREA & CUSTOMER PARKING.
THERE WILL BE HELP FOR YOU FROM OUR MEN ON THE PROPERTY DIRECTING AND UNLOADING.
INSURANCE/ LOSS: VerHage Fruit Farms & Cider Mill is not responsible for loss of items due to weather, theft or damage of any kind during set-up, overnight hours, during the even or at tear-down. If you wish, check with your insurance company on whether or not your items are covered while at the event under your own personal policy. VerHage Fruit Farms is not responsible for any loss that may arise to the vendor, vendors employees or merchandise. Vendor agrees that this is a contract and shall be interpreted and enforced pursuant of the law of Michigan. Please be sure your homeowner’s policy
covers your items during this sale, if you desire.
INTERESTED IN BOOKING YOUR SPACE: Then send us an email if you want to be added to our mailing list and invited to all of our shows. If you have further questions please text or call Kelly at 269-655-6047.
Email us at [email protected]
Customers and Patrons
As always our Farm Market Shows have FREE Admission. Come and enjoy yourself for shopping, food and fun! The Farm Market at the Mill isn't just a market its an experience!
