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New Buffalo Farmers Market: Pickup Season. June 26 Vendor List

Hello!

We are excited to kick-off our Farmers Market, Pickup Season! Here are the partners who will be participating in this week’s market.

As a reminder, please visit each website to pre-order AND pre pay.

Visit us on Friday, June 26 between 9 and 11 am to pickup your goods.

Pickup will take place on Whittaker and Merchant. Drive up, provide your receipt and license and you are good to go. Please don’t forget your mask.

JUNE 26 NEW BUFFALO BUSINESS ASSOCIATION FARMERS MARKET: PICKUP SEASON PARTNER LIST 

Cooper & Cay

Papa Chuck’s BBQ Sauce

Scented Seasons

Wood, Stock & Grill

Hillside Orchards

B. Nutty Beyond Peanut Butter

MARKET2020 for 15% OFF

Sapori Stationary 

NBBA20 for 20% OFF

Hapburgers Signature Seasoning

Use code SHIP4FREE

IWC Hand Sanitizer 

Use code NEWBUFFALO

Trillium Sisters

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New Buffalo Farmers Market Vendor List: Friday, June 19

Hello!

We are excited to kick-off our Farmers Market, Pickup Season! Here are the partners who will be participating in this week’s market.

As a reminder, please visit each website to pre-order AND pre pay.

Visit us on Friday, June 19 between 9 and 11 am to pickup your goods.

Pickup will take place on Whittaker and Merchant. Drive up, provide your receipt and license and you are good to go. Please don’t forget your mask.

JUNE 19 NEW BUFFALO BUSINESS ASSOCIATION FARMERS MARKET: PICKUP SEASON PARTNER LIST 

Cooper & Cay

Mitten Beach Designs

Free coupon on the website

Papa Chuck’s BBQ Sauce

Scented Seasons

Wood, Stock & Grill

Hillside Orchards

B. Nutty Beyond Peanut Butter

MARKET2020 for 15% OFF

Sapori Stationary 

NBBA20 for 20% OFF

Hicks Chiropractic

Hapburgers Signature Seasoning

Use code SHIP4FREE

IWC Hand Sanitizer 

Use code NEWBUFFALO

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New Buffalo Farmers Market 2020 Vendor Updates

Greetings Farmers Market Vendors!

I am Abby Voss, the Vice President & Co-chair of Events for the Board of the New Buffalo Business Association, proprietors of The New Buffalo Farmer Market.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Buffalo Farmers Market will transition to a Friday morning Pick-Up Only drive-thru experience. Attached you will find the new NBFM Rules & Regulations and COVID Safety guidelines.

We are preparing for a June 19th start date and the NBBA board is experienced in setting up Square online store and are here to assist in the process in any way we can before that date. Please let us know you are still interested by filling out an updated application and returning it to this email address and we will move forward by making sure your are set up for online ordering.

Farmers Market Application:  2020 NB Farmers Market Application_COVID

Thank you for your understanding through this transition & we look forward to working together,

Abby Voss & Audrey Tuszynski
Co-chairs of the Events Committee
New Buffalo Business Association

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Request for Proposals for Local Business Disaster Relief

Release Date: April 10 2020
Request Deadline: April 20 2020

Background

The New Buffalo Business Association (NBBA) is the business membership organization for the New Buffalo area. The NBBA’s been in existence for over 30 years and considered a pivotal piece of connecting the community and businesses together. The NBBA is also charged with organizing and executing a series of large events.

Mission Statement:
“The NBBA is a partnership of businesses and community members who share a common goal to promote healthy business growth through activities and events.”

Today’s Challenge

The NBBA is a unique organization located in a highly visited and loved beach community of Southwest Michigan.  The local economy is heavily reliant on the tourism industry, with the majority of our businesses catering to locals and visitors. The recent COVID-19 crisis placed businesses in the larger region in peril. Fortunately, the state and federal governments passed a series of bills to assist small business owners with loans, grants and funding – all geared to keeping small businesses afloat.

Like many Main Streets businesses, the bulk of the businesses in this region are what one may call ‘mom and pop’, independently run restaurants, cafes, services providers and more. These businesses, along with their workers, are at risk of not existing.

There are also a series of free resources (webinars, live chats etc.) that business owners can utilize however, we are finding that business owners need specific questions answered. Unique situations and availability of business owners calls for a person/group to have the ability to respond 1:1.

The Ask

We are specifically looking for businesses and consultants who are able to provide services immediately through June 30, 2020.

The NBBA is seeking a resource to serve as a conduit between area businesses and the various types of loans, grants and assistance programs that have been made and may be made available during the COVID-19 crisis. This resource can be an individual and/or a small firm, as we understand one person may need a team to assist with the 1:1 questions from business owners.

This person will serve as an expert on not only state laws and regulations, but be considered a pinch hitter to area small business owners who need more clarification in and around the plans released by the federal government, the State of Michigan and other area organizations.

Expectations

  • Work side by side along the New Buffalo Business Association board members, to direct those member businesses requests for guidance.
  • Aid businesses in filing disaster loan applications, Payroll protection programs, insurance navigation, mortgage relief assistance, economical loss estimations, business preparedness and more
  • Help prevent indefinite closures, once non-essential ban is lifted
  • Participate in weekly webinars with small business owners who are seek information and clarification
  • Potentially enable 1:1 consultations with business owners who seek more in-depth direction for assistance

Requirements

  • Previous experience in guiding small development in grant and loan applications.
  • A history of providing resources for employers/employees regarding financial or debt relief programs.
  • A working knowledge of business consultation, particularly with assisting small businesses with disaster preparedness and recovery.
  • Familiarity of Michigan small business resources, specifically from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation
  • Specific knowledge of Berrien County businesses a plus

Time Frame

Applications will be accepted beginning April 10 through April 20.

Format For Responses

Please click here to submit your proposal.

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2019 Holiday Events in New Buffalo

Kick off the holidays New Buffalo Style on Saturday, Nov 30th with Santa visits, Shop Small Saturday specials, gingerbread decorating, tree lighting and more presented by the NBBA. 

Poster

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 SCHEDULE:

9 am – 12 pm: Rosie’s for breakfast with Santa, Arts & Crafts with Little Court

10:30 am – 3 pm: Elsie Earl Studios for arts & crafts, scavenger hunt and more

12 pm – 2 pm: Casey’s for Give-back lunch for Meals on Wheels

2 pm – 4 pm: Jackie’s Cafe for Ginger Bread house decorating class, must call 269-469-1800 to register.

4 pm – 6 pm: Dooley’s for pizza and drink specials, Fill the Sleigh with Santa and Teen/Jr. Teen Court

6:30 pm – 7 pm: Transient Marina (Whittaker/Water) for Mrs. Claus & Santa lighting tree, caroling with NBAS Choir. Hot Cocoa and Cookies provided by David’s Deli.

7 – 10 pm: Dooley’s, Karaoke with Queens, Ugly Sweater contest, s’mores and more.

The New Buffalo Holiday Events are pro bono community events organized and managed by the NBBA, businesses, and volunteers in our area. Donations or sponsorships support these events. Thanks to our sponsors, participating businesses and the public for supporting these events and for Shopping Local!

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NBBA 2019 Membership Application

We invite you to join the New Buffalo Business Association, the business membership organization for the thriving independent business community in New Buffalo. We draw business to New Buffalo through marketing efforts and special events. Our members may also display their marketing materials in our public information booth at Whittaker and Merchant Streets.

Please use the application at the link below to apply. We look forward to meeting you!

2019 NBBA Membership Application

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2018 President’s Letter

The New Buffalo Business Association would like to thank you for your support over the last year. While the NBBA has most recently provided event/activities and general marketing while encouraging economic activity for our members businesses, the NBBA leadership has determined it is time to take a larger look at what the NBBA provides, does and creates for our community and the impact we help provide.

In 2018 the NBBA will be changing its structure to allow the leadership to focus on the larger picture along to help aligning the organization to the needs of New Buffalo.

  • Cathi Rogers will step away from the Executive Director roll and focus on managing all events and community involvement for the NBBA.
  • Adam Burck will be contracted as a Professional Strategic Planner for the year.
  • The board will consist of 5 returning board members along with 2-3 new board members. Local stakeholders will be invited to join in on a SCAN-FOCUS-ACT Strategy
    process throughout the year.
  • Membership input and feedback will be sought to ensure that we are determining needs for our members and businesses in and around New Buffalo.
  • The Board will implement the plan and goals including alignment and/or restructure based on needs for New Buffalo and Community by Dec 31, 2018
    Goals for 2018
  • Review and create more value for our members
  • Look into funding of Economic Impact Study of events for New Buffalo
  • Continue to strengthen our relationship with the City and Township to create more positive activities and events to support our community all year
  • Assist the Downtown Development Authority and Corridor Improvement Authority with long-term program initiatives
  • Help to support other non-profits in our area

NBBA Member Benefits

  • Advertising opportunities with our city map and other regional marketing guides
  • Reach over 15,000 visitors yearly with your printed material, restocked weekly in the
    NBBA Information Booth in downtown New Buffalo
  • Event based and Annual sponsor opportunities for over 40 days of events in our area (reaching over 35,000 attending annually and over 100,000 in marketing campaigns) packages include corporate logos, signage, giveaways, free or discounted booth space, digital and print marketing in IL, IN and MI markets
  • Revamp of NewBuffalo.org website for easier navigation and offerings in our community
  • Networking gatherings include: introducing new and current members, providing updates on plans in New Buffalo and meeting NBBA and City of New Buffalo leadership.
  • Social media pages – Facebook (NewBuffalo Page), weekly postings, members’ announcements/specials/events, call out of new members, sponsors, and special highlights in the New Buffalo community. NBBA event specific pages (over 10,000 visitors to pages) including boosted posts to specific demographics. Instagram – posting of events and community images.
  • Local and Regional marketing of New Buffalo, events and the community as a place to enjoy, relax, and visit

If you have any questions, please contact membership@newbuffalo.org. We look forward to a new year of exciting possibilities and in working with all our members to help New Buffalo grow.

Respectfully,

Karen Poff
President, Board of Directors

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2017 NBBA Board Announced

The New Buffalo Business Association announced the Board of Directors for 2017

Executive Board

President – Karen Poff – Horizon Bank

Vice President – Ric Heath – Heath and Company

Treasurer – Karen Gear – Fifth Third Bank

Secretary – Emma Brewster – David’s Deli

Board Members

Katie Maroney – Equilibrium Fitness

Lisa Gawron – The Hidden Gem

Lori Robinson – MI Massage Studio

Rodger Freeman, New Buffalo Savings Bank

We thank the board members for their hard work and focus on making New Buffalo a vibrant place to visit and call home.

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2016 NBBA Calendar of Events Announced

The 2016 schedule of events for New Buffalo was rolled out today and a call for vendors, music, food, and volunteers has started for all the major events.

The New Buffalo Business Association has been working hard on the 2016 schedule to offer a diverse event calendar for our community, visitors, and participants. With a growing community population, tourists visiting our area (both second home-owners and day trippers), and annual events that stretch our season into the holidays, the New Buffalo area continues to prove its popularity as a destination for many each year. Our events and schedule includes smaller one-day events to large weekend festivals – there is something for everyone.

  • Feb 6th – Bev’s Ball – Journeyman Distillery, 6:30pm ~ Celebrate the Second Season with the NBBA with a “Roaring 20’s Speakeasy” Gala. Dinner, Drinks, Dancing to live music and a huge silent auction. $85 per person
  • May 28th – Sept 3rd – Saturday Nights Alive ~ each Saturday, live music from 6-8pm at the corner of Whittaker/Merchant St. Schedule TBA
  • June 2nd – Sept 8th – Merchant Street Market – corner of N. Whittaker and Merchant St. The corner of Whittaker and Merchant St comes alive each week with produce, vendors, food, music, and interactive activities to liven up downtown New Buffalo.
  • June – Oct 1st, Wednesday of each month – New Buffalo Classic Car Cruise-IN ~ Returning for its second year, the Classic Car Cruise-In has quickly become an iconic event for people that own, love, enjoy classic cars. Free, family friendly and causal environment.
  • June 25th & 26th – 5th Annual New Buffalo ARTigras Art & Craft Fest ~ Downtown ~ 5th Annual ART & Craft Market in downtown, includes Art & Craft Exhibitors/Demos, kids section, “Chalk the Walk” and live music on Merchant and Thompson Street in downtown New Buffalo.
  • June 29th – July 4th – Independence Celebration Week ~ Beach and Lions Park – Weds – Fri – Daily Surf Demos at the beach by Third Coast Surf and Sand Sculpture Demos, Sat, 2nd – 8-11am – Big Smiles 5K run at Lions Park, Sat, 2nd –Movies at the Beach @Dusk, Sun, 3rd–7-12pm – Music, Food and Fireworks at Lions Park
  • August 12th – 14th – 32nd Annual New Buffalo Ship and Shore Festival ~ Downtown ~ Celebrate over 30 years of the New Buffalo Ship & Shore Festival. The event is a 3 days festival of music, wine/beer tent, marketplace, kids activities, contests, lighted boat parade, fireworks, pancake breakfast, 5k run and more. All along the lakefront and downtown New Buffalo.
  • October 8th, Saturday – 11th Annual Harvest & Wine Fest ~ Lions Park ~ In it’s 11th year, Harvest & Wine has grown from just a few hundred people to over 7,000 in attendance for this one day festival of music, wine/tasting and shopping with our fabulous vendors, Columbus Day weekend at our lakefront park.
  • November 25-26 – Christmas on Whittaker – various location in and around New Buffalo, including Santa visits, parade, cocoa, caroling, tree lighting and more. schedule TBA
  • Late November – Early December – Kris Kringle Markets ~ Please call 312-965-9114 regarding interest, dates and locations
  • The Refabulous Girls Market ~ The market pops-up several times per year at different retail locations in New Buffalo and surrounding areas. If you are a woman-owned, hand crafted up-cycle company, please call 312-965-9114 regarding interest, dates and locations. All markets are indoors, $10 per event

For applications and information on our events, please contact events@newbuffalo.org for details.