Special Programs and Events
Gold Nugget Craft Faire 2012
This 34th annual event will be held at the newly renovated
Terry Ashe Recreation Center “under the pines”. See the
variety of crafts created by more than 100 artisans from
all over Northern California, Oregon, Nevada and beyond.
Musical entertainment, demonstrations and food will also
be featured throughout the weekend. Artisan applications
will be available beginning Thursday, January 12th. Signups
begin in February for new applicants.
BOOTH FEE: $150.00 (craft/vendor); $160.00 (food-commercial);
$150.00 (food-local non-profit); $80 (Card Table)
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm (2 days)
Sun 9:00am-4:00pm
SESSION: April 28 & 29 RAIN OR SHINE
LOCATION: Terry Ashe Recreation Center & Park Area
FEE: FREE Admission
BE SURE TO FILL OUT THE CRAFT APPLICATION AND THE REGISTRATION FORM
Download vendor application
Download registration form
Contact our office regarding applications for food booths
Gold Nugget Craft Faire Vendor's additional information
Refunds: Cancellations must be made by 5pm Monday, April 23, 2012.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER THAT TIME. The event will be held rain or shine.
PRE-REGISTRATIONS: Last year's participants may pre-register by submitting a completed application and fees before 5:00pm, Friday, February 10, 2012.
OPEN REGISTRATION: Will begin TUESDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2012 and will continue to be accepted at the Paradise Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway until 5:00pm, Thursday, April 26, 2012, provided there is space available.
SELLER'S PERMIT: The California Board of Equalization requires us to send them your seller's permit number prior to the Faire. Be sure to list your permit number on your application. For those needing further information, call (800) 400-7115.
FOOD BOOTHS are limited. Preference will be given to local non-profit organizations, groups, and/or individuals. To avoid duplication on main food items (i.e., hot dogs, etc.), each group must list each item they will be selling and have it approved. Groups must display a sign with their non-profit group name. A representative from the Health Department will be attending the Faire and checking booths and food handling procedures. All groups are to handle all food items in a
safe, sanitary manner and have the proper vendor permit, as required by Butte County Health Department guidelines.
SPACE SIZE: All spaces are outside and are 10" square with the exception of a few card table size spaces. All vendors must provide their own set up. Indoor spaces have been eliminated to accommodate more demonstrations and entertainers.
Banned Items include smoke bombs, stink bombs, silly string and any other items that the Recreation Supervisors or staff deems a nuisance or inappropriate. Vendors selling any of the above items will be banned from future shows.
Identification of Spaces: Spaces will be identified by numbers or by PRPD staff. A MAP WILL BE POSTED AT THE OFFICE FOR YOUR INFORMATION. Staff will be available by 7:00am to direct participants.
Display Set Up: All displays will be set up between 7:00-9:00am, Saturday. Displays should be set up by 9:00am. Outdoor booths set up prior to 7:00am need to know exact location. ALL DISPLAY ITEMS ARE TO REMAIN UP UNTIL 5:00PM SATURDAY AND 4:00PM SUNDAY and be removed by 5:15pm Sunday.
Early set-up is permitted on Friday after 12:00pm.
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS are limited...most outdoor outlets will be used by food booths.
POSTERS/ "FOR SALE" SIGNS, etc. are all to fit on your table or booth, to be nicely made and in good taste.
PARKING SPACES will be limited. It would be best to find a parking space as soon as possible. Do not park in limited parking spaces or on the Skyway, as your car will probably be towed away...due to the parade (check posted times). If you need to unload items the night before, please make prior arrangements. Security will not be provided on Friday night. Staff will be on duty Saturday night, but PRPD will not be responsible for theft or damage to displays.
THE PARADE is scheduled for 12 noon on Saturday. Dates for the Gold Nugget Celebration and various activities are determined by the Gold Nugget Committee and are not under the control of the Paradise Recreation and Park District.
ENTERTAINMENT: Many entertainers and demonstrations will be featured throughout the weekend.
