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Saint John Economic Development Committee readies Chris Kringle Market after surge in vendor applications
Summary
Committee members reported more than 100 vendor applications for roughly 50 vendor spots at this year’s Chris Kringle Market, approved a fee increase, discussed entertainment and promotion plans and noted amphitheater bid dates and next‑year planning for Small Business Saturday.
The Saint John Economic Development Committee on Oct. 8 discussed final preparations for this year’s Chris Kringle Market, reporting a surge of vendor interest that exceeds the event’s current capacity and reviewing entertainment, promotion and logistics.
Committee members said the town received more than 100 vendor applications for roughly 50 available spots; the committee increased the vendor application fee from $50 to $100 to raise revenue for event activities. The market is planned for the town parking-lot location used last year and organizers said space limits the number of vendors this season.
The application surge…
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