The Danish Lutheran Church and Cultural Center of Southern California

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JULEMARKED VENDOR CONTRACT

Dear former or prospective Vendor,

Are you interested in being a vendor at our 2023 Scandinavian Julemarked? Our selected vendors offer a variety of merchandise particularly suited as gifts or for personal use. This year’s Julemarked will be held Saturday, November 25th, 2023 from 9.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. Slight changes have been made to this year’s Vendor Agreement. Please read carefully. Our vendor requirements are as follows:  Merchandise must be imported from Scandinavia/have Scandinavian designs or  Be exclusively hand-made items, unique arts and crafts, one-of-a-kind pieces by vendor (paintings, photos, ceramics, glass, china, woodwork, jewelry, wearable art, interior/exterior décor, self-publicized books/CDs)  We do NOT accept sales of used items. Exceptions may be made for certain pre-approved vintage or antique pieces.  Merchandise MUST be professionally displayed. Julemarked is not a rummage sale type event.  Prior vendors need submit photos for each new category of art/craft(s) you plan to sell. New vendors need submit photos of each category of art/crafts to be sold along with the application.  The Julemarked organizers will advise whether you can sell all types of art/crafts at the event. Some items may be restricted if too many vendors offer similar products. A copy of the Vendor Agreement is enclosed along with the Rules & Regulations governing our event. By submitting the completed Vendor Agreement and payment, you agree to abide by these conditions. Payment can be made by cash and check or credit card charge through the website (select “Shop & Reservations” in dropdown menu then select “Julemarked Table Rental”). Applications can be mailed or submitted as PDF files via email to info@danishchurchsocal.com, topic “Julemarked 2023”. Vendor must park off-site (across the street) upon unloading of merchandise. Volunteers will be on hand to move vehicles if needed. Volunteers can return vendor vehicles at the end of the event to upload unsold merchandise. Your table(s) will be clearly marked prior to your arrival. Volunteers will be on hand to assist throughout the day. If you have any questions regarding the Vendor Agreement, the Rules & Regulations or the event itself, please contact Vibeke Alnor Fong at 323.574.2140, culture@danishchurchsocal.com or council member/vice president Gitte Olsen at vice@danishchurchsocal.com Best regards, Vibeke Alnor Fong & Gitte Olsen Cultural Committee Chair Church Council Vice President 16881 Bastanchury Road, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 993-6362 www.danishchurchsocal.com info@danishchurchsocal.com RULES & REGULATIONS VENDORS The Danish Lutheran Church and Cultural Center (“DLCCC”) reserves the right to reject any application from a potential Vendor. Space assignment will be made once all applications have been received at the sole discretion of DLCCC. Prior participation does not guarantee or give any preferential rights to this year’s event. REFUNDS Written cancellation must be received at least 35 days prior to November 25, 2023 in order to receive a full refund. SUBLETTING Vendors are prohibited from subletting any portion of the assigned space. MERCHANDISE Vendors display, exhibit and sell only such merchandise as described in the submitted application. Vendor is responsible for pricing own merchandise. Vendor must conform to terms stipulated below. A Vendor bringing items not agreed to or not conforming to such requirements will be asked to remove such items from display and sale and/or vendor will be asked to leave the event. Merchandise must be imported from Scandinavia/be Scandinavian in design execution or be hand-made arts/crafts that are unique and unusual, one-of-a-kind pieces. Such items include paintings, photos, ceramics, glass, china, woodwork, jewelry, wearable art, interior/exterior décor, self-publicized books and CDs. Please submit a photo for each category of art/craft you plan to sell. Sale of used items is prohibited. Pre-approved exceptions may be made for certain vintage/antique items. Julemarked organizers will advise you if you will be allowed to sell all types of art/crafts at the event. DISPLAY Merchandise MUST be displayed in a professional manner. Vendor uses own tablecloths and displays to achieve a pleasing appearance. Vendor must not hinder or encumber another Vendor. Displays must not extend into aisles, encumber foot traffic or create potential safety hazards. Nails or tape may not be adhered to walls, cabinets, doors or fabric hangings. Items leaning against walls (such as ladders, trellis, displays, cabinets) must have felt or fabric coverings on the back so not to damage walls. No display must cover or lean against art/paintings exhibited or hanging in The Knudsen Hall. Free-standing displays must be of such heft/weight that they do not easily move and/or fall over. ELECTRICAL OUTLETS Access to electrical outlets may be accommodated per written request in application and upon availability only. For safety connecting cords and Vendor’s electrical equipment must be taped securely to the floor. Please ask a volunteer to do so. SET-UP & TRANSPORTATION Vendor is solely responsible for transportation and installation of all merchandise and exhibit equipment as well as break-down and removal of such. Set-up time will be from 7.00-9.00 a.m., Saturday, November 25, 2023. Break-down is not permitted until end of the event. SECURITY Volunteer security patrols the premises during the fair. DLCCC assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen items. LIABILITIES Vendor agrees to hold DLCCC and its volunteers, other vendors and Julemarked guests fully free and harmless from any loss, injury, claim and/or liability resulting from the operation, installation or occupancy of space in connection with the 2023 Julemarked. Vendor assumes full responsibility for any and all damages that may occur as a result of Vendor’s use and/or occupancy of the assigned space. SALES PERMIT Business vendors are required to hold a valid State Seller’s Permit. Please submit copy with application. LICENSES & PERMITS Vendor is responsible for obtaining and paying for any governmental fees, taxes, licenses or permits necessary or required for selling merchandise at Julemarked including liability and other needed insurance. Please submit copy of insurance along with application. All food vendor items MUST be certified and approved by appropriate authorities. BREACH Any breach of these terms and conditions may result in the revocation of permission to participate in Julemarked and/or subject Vendor to the payment of damages for any harm or losses caused by any Vendor, its licensees, agents, employees and/or other representatives. ATTORNEY FEES The prevailing party to any dispute between the parties hereto shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees.

The Danish Lutheran Church & Cultural Center Of Southern California Annual Julemarked at The Danish Cultural Center VENDOR AGREEMENT Terms & Conditions Saturday, November 26, 2023 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Incomplete applications will be returned. Resubmitted applications will be considered as of the date the corrected/completed application is received. Vendor/Business Name: ________________________________________________________________ Contact Person: ________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ Telephone__________________________________ Email: _______________________________________ ____ My valid BOE/Resale Permit number is # ______________________________________________ ____ My valid Business License is # __________________________________________________________ I wish to reserve: _____ 1 table = $90.00 _____ 2 tables = $175.00 Check #___________Cash _________ Via Web ________ Type(s) of merchandise to be sold: ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ This contract is made between The Danish Lutheran Church and Cultural Center, a non-profit organization, hereinafter referred to as “DLCCC” and the business/individual who has completed, signed and submitted an application with payment, hereinafter described as “The Vendor”. In consideration of payment for table(s) and faithful performance by the Vendor on the conditions of this contract, the DLCCC accepts the contract application and payment to be a Vendor at the Julemarked. Submittance of application and payment does not guarantee a space. If more requests are received than space is available, the DLCCC reserves the right to determine who will be in Julemarked and how many tables each vendor receives. Every effort will be made to accommodate requests and preferences, but no guarantee will be made. Nor should it be expected that past vendors are assigned tables or receive the same location as previously designated. This contract is subject to the Rules & Regulations sent along with the Invitation to Participate Letter. Signed ________________________________________ Date: _____________________________ If you have questions regarding the merchandise policy or the event itself please call Vibeke Aln