Netti Harblin's Blog (4)

Finally, Hudson has come out of the negative. This musical event was so well received by the public, that I'm happily going to volunteer for it again, next year. Two food vendors and one commercial vendor sold out before the final journey. They had waiting lines but had no choice but to close up. What a great feeling to see this ! This indicates a one, successful event. Tereasa and John never faltered and continued to sell right up until the fireworks. For those who didn't apply for this "first… Continue

An update of Tarpon Springs, ‘Mid Week on the Docks” This first time ever event held during the middle of the week on the docks, began on March 2 and for those involved, you made history ! It took several years for the city to commit to this idea but I had an excellent representative that believed in this event and he did not disappoint us. We were the first and our hard work initiated any future events which could be held during the week, at this location. We so much appreciate those of you w… Continue

I've been out hustling and re-contracting so that my sponsor's will help give this economy crisis a turn around. Many have been co-operative (except Pasco County that has raised the event fees 500% since last September). I've been before the board of County Commissioner's and I've appealed this extravagant fee. So far, no luck but they are "considering" my request. I have several events that are now $75 for two days. Port Richey, Tavares and Spring Hill. Mid Week on the Docks, Tarpon Springs Sp… Continue

Goodness, I hate to post this but, I also hate the idea of crafters walking away from an event or even worse, breaking down in the middle of it. Before registering for any event with the Main Street, please, please inquire of other show participants who have done it, or any of their events, in the past. I know of several of your site's members who have been burned with this organization, please ask them to leave a post. Continue