Since so many readers have expressed an interest in the proposed Queens International Night Market here's some more information:
Night
markets have long been popular in parts of Asia, Latin America, Africa,
and Europe and have been successfully emerging in many North American
cities recently. The Queens International Night Market will be a gateway
for exploring the many cultures of the City’s (and the world’s) most
diverse borough. Over a hundred vendors will offer foods, art,
handicrafts and other merchandise. A small performance space will
feature dance and music inspired by cultures found throughout the City.
Attracting
great vendors who can share culturally authentic food, art, and other
products is a key goal for the market. In order to accomplish this,
rather than profiting off of vendor fees, the market’s organizers hope
to subsidize vendors fees by using money raised through Kickstarter,
and eventually through sponsorships, to offset the costs of renting a
venue and paying for permits, insurance, electricity and other services.
Backers
who contribute to the Kickstarter campaign can choose from among
rewards such as food vouchers, t-shirts and tote bags with the market’s
logo, recognition as sponsors and much more. And they’ll know that each
contribution is helping small vendors share their passions and stories
with the public.
John
Wang is a former lawyer turned social entrepreneur who’s spearheading
the Queens International Night Market. He grew up visiting night markets
on family trips to Asia and says, “Whenever I travel, seeking out local
markets is the first thing I do upon arriving, and the last thing I do
before leaving. It’s my favorite way to experience culture.”
For more information about the Queens Night Market, visit www.QueensNightMarket.com
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