Festival in the Park On Saturday, Oct. 2 and Sunday, Oct. 3, The Dempsey Challenge presented by Amgen will host the Festival in the Park, located at Simard-Payne Police Memorial Park in Lewiston.  The Festival is free to the public and will feature a Health & Wellness Expo, themed Cancer Prevention and Early Detection, which will include interactive displays on nutrition, physical activity and tobacco, along with health screenings and more. In addition, the Festival will include an array of vendors and family-friendly activities, including post-event hospitality for participants and their families, a KidZone, juggling acts, cheerleading stunt teams, a karate demonstration team, food and beverage, live music and entertainment and an art workshop. The Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Walk, also part of the Festival, will take place at approximately 4:00 pm.  Cancer survivors, caregivers and others affected by cancer are welcome to join in the walk. An entertainment schedule will be posted by September 1. Health & Wellness Expo and Vendor Fair The Dempsey Challenge is seeking exhibitors for the 2010 event weekend.  Exhibitors in the Health & Wellness Expo must comply with the theme “Cancer Prevention and Early Detection” and must include an interactive component.  All other interested parties should apply for the Vendor Fair.  Every effort will be made to utilize space and create optimum display areas for all exhibitors.  Space will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.  For Health & Wellness Expo and Vendor Fair booths: Size                For Profit        Not For Profit 10’ x 10’            $250            $100 10’ x 20’            $400            $175 For more information regarding the opportunity to reach thousands of participants, spectators and supporters through the Vendor Fair and Health & Wellness Expo, please contact Wendy Tardif at tardifw@cmhc.org for an application form.  Please include the following information in your email: Vendor Fair or Health & Wellness Expo (Health & Wellness must integrate with Cancer Prevention & Early Detection theme and have an interactive component.) Your name Your telephone number Description of your organization or business Brief description of your booth (i.e. pamphlets, give-a-ways, what makes it interactive?) If you are interested in being the overall sponsor of either the Health & Wellness Expo or the Vendor Fair, please contact Wendy Tardif at tardifw@cmhc.org. Here are some Frequently Asked Questions DO YOU HAVE A NONPROFIT RATE? Yes. The Dempsey Challenge encourages other Not-For-Profit organizations to participate at a discounted rate of $100 for one standard booth space. Federal tax ID is required. WHAT COMES WITH MY BOOTH? Exhibitor space includes: Two (2) 6-foot tables and two (2) chairs placed under a 10’ x 10’ tent 10’x20’ tents will include four (4) 6-foot tables and four (4) chairs Each exhibitor is encouraged to provide table covers and is responsible for the transport, set-up, and take-down of their exhibit and materials. Banners may be hung from your tables and the booth pipe and drape. Materials may be distributed from your booth only. (Rate Card for extra services, such as power, will be provided) HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN STAFF MY BOOTH? You may bring as many people as you would like to staff your booth. We do encourage you to carpool whenever possible. BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS Every effort will be made to accommodate special requests concerning your booth location. Assignments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, and full payment is the only way to “reserve” your booth space. We also retain the right to shift booth locations if special needs arise, including national partner exhibit needs. HOW MANY PEOPLE ATTEND THE CHALLENGE? We anticipate over 5,000 participants. Most participants bring friends/family to share the experience so traffic to your booth is high. MEALS The Festival in the Park will feature local concessionaires, with food and beverage for purchase. PLEASE NOTE: Meals are not included in your booth fee. RESTRICTED PRODUCTS Sampling: All food and beverage sampling must be approved by The Dempsey Challenge. If your exhibit display includes sampling, you will need to contact the Event Manager at tardifw@cmhc.org. TRAVEL & LODGING For up-to-date information visit www.dempseychallenge.org WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY? Cancellations received on or before September 1, 2010 will be subject to a $100 processing fee. Cancellations received after September 1, 2010 will receive no refund. INCLEMENT WEATHER The Dempsey Challenge will not offer refunds due to bad weather. EXHIBITOR PARKING We will offer parking to Exhibitors. Detailed parking information will be sent out a few weeks prior to the event via e-mail. PRODUCT/BRAND EXCLUSIVITY The Dempsey Challenge will not guarantee exclusivity of product line or specific brands to any exhibitor and will make every effort to avoid sponsor conflicts. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We reserve the right to refuse a booth for the sale of any products we feel are not aligned with the goals of The Dempsey Challenge. Inappropriate products will be removed from the venue at our discretion. APPLICATION DUE DATE All completed applications must be submitted by SEPTEMBER 15, 2010. Special exception may be granted based on availability, but cannot be guaranteed after this date. DIRECTIONS/PARKING/LOADING A letter outlining driving directions, parking locations, and updated load-in/load-out times will be distributed to all confirmed exhibitors a couple of weeks prior to the event. CONTACT INFORMATION Application Requests and Sponsorship Opportunities: Wendy Tardif (207) 795-5546 tardifw@cmhc.org