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This is the last Saturday of the market season. The following vendors will be at the market:

Windy Hill Farms - sausage, pork chops, ribs, eggs, bratwurst and more.
Sid Fields - goat cheese and eggs
Robert Morgan - sweet potatoes and pumpkins
Bob Laxton - mountain apples
Berry Busy Farms - fresh produce and muffins
Saundra Underwood - plants and herbs

Enter for your chance to win a FREE breakfast box from Windy Hill Farms.

Fall Craft Fair: jewelry, goats milk soaps, wooden items, burp cloths, diaper cakes, dolls, quilts, blankets, pillows, football pillows, Christmas ornaments, wreathes, painted shoes, painted glass and much more!


START YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EARLY!!1

Step 1: Create a business idea. Whether it’s a pizza parlor, clothing store, or gift shop, make sure you have some kind of idea in mind.  If you are not sure, look into the possibility of buying a franchise or an existing business.

Step 2: Write a business plan.  This will be very important when asking a financial institute to fund your business. Tell how you will market your business, and list your strategies and financial projections.

 Step 3: Financing. If your business plan is well thought out and well written, you can know search for funds. There are three options; friends and family, investors, and bank loans.  Research all three carefully before making your decision.

 Step 4: Getting started. Now that you have your plan and funding, there are legal issues to consider.  Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, or corporation.  Choosing the legal structure will impact the financial decision. Once you have made your decision, you can file with the state to obtain a federal identification number.

 Step 5: Opening the Doors. In order to open the doors, you must have a location in mind. Will you work out of your home or in a commercial space? What about hiring employees? Don’t forget bookkeeping. What about an accountant for taxes and payroll. 

 With all this information, it can be overwhelming. Don’t Worry! We can help you every step of the way.  If you are truly ready to start your own business, these are just speed bumps along the road to success.

http://albemarledowntown.com/pdfs/ADDC-Flier.pdf

Market Station is a great place to hold you next big event.  Check out the video to see the location. If you need a fee schedule or have any questions, please contact Vicki Coggins at 704-984-9415

Funding Committee:

Function: The purpose of this committee is to explore and recommend fundraising opportunities for ADDC which will enable ADDC to continue its mission of the revitalization of Historic Downtown Albemarle.

Promotion Committee:

Function: Reestablishing downtown as a compelling place for shoppers, investors and visitors. This means not only improving sales, but also rekindling community excitement and involvement. Promotion ranges from street festivals to retail merchandising, from community education to aggressive public relations. Fundraising efforts including seeking ways to increase revenue for ADDC and the implementation of ideas and suggestions.

Organizational Committee:

Function: This committee develops the volunteer recruitment plan, publicizes the need for volunteering, and visits other communities which could serve as examples.

Gateway to Albemarle Committee:

Function: This committee will continue with the improvements begun several years ago to the silos, feed mill, and flour mill. These projects include the stabilization of the flour mill and the eventual demolition of the feed mill.

Economic Restructoring Committee:

Function: This committee executes the downtown's Master Plan and retreat goals. This is done by: visiting nearby communities to see examples of other strategies and successes; continuing to promote the revitalization of the Five Points District; looking at opportunities to expand the Farmer's market; and encouraging downtown business owners to develop and utilize their second floor space.

Design Committee:

Function: This committee enhances the visual quality of downtown. Attention is given to the elements of the downtown environment - not just buildings and storefronts, but also public improvements, rear entries, signs, landscaping, window displays, and graphic material.