September 28 Brattleboro, VT Bounce House Brought to you by &
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Common Downtown Brattleboro, VT from 11 am - 5 pm
New England Center for Circus Arts will be performing at 1:30 and 3:30
J&B Curbside Café, Vegan A.F., Anons Thai Food, Mach’s Wood Fired Pizza, Juniors Food Truck, Totally Thai, Frisky Cow Gelato, Coffee, Scott Farm, Crossroads Tacos, Cream, Amaru, Soul ‘N’ Rico, Green Mountain Ramen, Newton’s Curveball Concessions, The Lemon Wheel and Mama Marie’s Gyros & More, and Local Craft Vendors A Special Publication of the Brattleboro Reformer | September 26, 2024 LIVE MUSIC by Jill & Chris and The Butterfly Swing Band
6th Annual New England Street Food Festival
Saturday, September 28, 2024 • Brattleboro, Vt.
EVENT SPONSORS
Bar 580
Bar 580 is located in the Vermont Marketplace at 580 Canal Street in Brattleboro. It’s a gathering spot often described as an upscale sports bar with a full island bar, TVs and pool tables. They also have an outdoor patio and woodchipped area with picnic tables and fireplace. A few nights a week they also offer live music. Bar 580 is open at 12:00pm each day, closing at 10:00pm, Sunday through Thursday, and at midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information visit bar580.com.
Brattleboro Area Realty
Brattleboro Area Realty has been serving the Southern Vermont and Southwestern New Hampshire real estate markets since 1973. They have been voted Greater Brattleboro’s Best Real Estate Agency for 22 years running by Market Surveys of America and Best Real Estate office by the Brattleboro Reformer’s Readers’ Choice for the past 7 years. Brattleboro Area Realty is not a typical Real Estate office. They excel at listing and selling Vermont and New Hampshire Real Estate. Their real estate services continue
beyond the scope of the real estate transaction as over a thousand satisfied clients and customers have found out during the last 50 years. Referrals abound from all over the United States and are a major part of their business. List your Vermont or New Hampshire property with confidence.
Brattleboro Area Realty’s Chris Lewis - I love my job! Can you imagine getting up every day to new challenges and the joy of helping people find their dreams?
Growing up in the small familyoriented community of Swan’s Island, Maine, ethics and hard work were taught and expected. Education and service were the top priorities when I joined Brattleboro Area Realty 35 years ago building on that base of good values. I am passionate about my clients, love learning new ways to help and love seeing the smiles when we have found the right match! I believe in our community and appreciate the outstanding support and recognition it has given my exciting career. Service is always with a smile and excitement for my clients. Most years, a local top producer, I hold CRS, CBR GRI certifications, Broker licenses in both VT and NH, VHFA, Partner in Affordable Hous-
ing, the Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce Certificate of Merit, and the Reformer Best of the Best awards. I love our mantra “Raising the BAR in Real Estate”. It says it all. Call me and I will put my 35 years of knowledge, passion, and commitment to work for you.
Fulflex
We are Garware Fulflex, global leaders in thin gauge calendering processes with the largest product portfolio showcasing extensive forms of rubber, thermoplastics and other polymers. With a world class product offering, you can drive precise and enhanced functionality for your applications in Textiles, Medical, PPE, Hygiene, Sports, Fitness & Rehab, Industrial, Food & Agriculture, Eco-friendly Products, Custom Mixing, Custom Calendering and many more markets.
Berkley & Veller Greenwood County Realtors
Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country Realtors is an independent, family-owned real estate agency, started in 1965. Berkley & Veller specializes in customer service, helping sellers and buyers
achieve their real estate dreams. Servicing Southeastern Vermont, Southwestern New Hampshire and the Mount Snow resort area. We have 29 licensed agents, with offices in Brattleboro and West Dover. We look forward to celebrating our 60th anniversary in 2025. www.berkleyveller.com
Members 1st Credit Union
Members 1st Credit Union was originally formed in 1957 to benefit the employees and families of the Bookpress. It has always been located in North Brattleboro right around the site of the original company. Throughout the years and, with the changes in the book printing industry, the field of membership has expanded to include residents and workers in the 7 surrounding counties. It is one of the smallest financial cooperatives in the area and serves about 2000 members. In spite of its small size, the Credit Union has many big bank services. It also offers mortgages on nonforming properties that other banks might not finance. Today many members are proud to say that they are 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation members of this Brattleboro business.
VENDORS
Amaru Gourmet
Serving Peruvian Gourmet & Fusion Cuisine. Nestled in the heart of Brattleboro at the Vermont Marketplace building. Their restaurant offers a cozy outdoor seating area complete with a warm, inviting fireplace, perfect for chilly evenings. They also have indoor seating when it’s too chilly to be outside. Guests can savor authentic Peruvian cuisine in an enchanting setting that combines rustic elegance with contemporary comfort, making every dining experience uniquely memorable.
Anon’s Thai Cuisine
Anon’s serves traditional Lao/ Thai food from their mobile food cart. Locally famous for their amazing pad thai, chicken sticks and cucumber salad. Follow them on Facebook to see when and where they will be set up!!
ATK Customs
ATK Customs is located in Dalton, Massachusetts and they make customized tumblers, candles, key chains, earrings and so much more! You can find them on Facebook or you can email them at atkcustoms5@gmail.com.
Bearly Jan
Jan makes fabric art. All of her creations are handmade with lots of love and no two are exactly alike. She makes decoupage plates and greeting cards as well as coasters, pan handle covers, great for cast iron pans and jar openers. New items added all the time!
Crossroads
A small local business serving up delicious street tacos! Many different varieties including chicken and steak tacos with all the fixings including their delicious homemade salsas.
Curbside Café & Catering
Billy and Jess have a food truck they bring around to local events and they also cater weddings, work events, birthday parties and more. All their food is homemade and they offer a wide variety of food, ranging from simple to elegant. Events with taste!! They can be reached at 802-579-2405 or emailed at jessicagaldamez1322@gmail.com.
Frisky Cow Gelato
Frisky Cow Gelato is made with love in Keene, NH. They make the best tasting, highest quality, artisan gelato which is made from 100% NH milk and cream, and flavor ingredients sourced as locally as possible. Their retail shop, located at 80 Krif Road in Keene, NH is open Fridays from 4pm-8pm, Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon- 9pm (May-September) and scheduled pop up days in the off season.
Green Mountain Ramen
Green Mountain Ramen is a vibrant community initiative that brings people together through the art of ramen. Founded by Ken Ijichi, our mission is to create an authentic ramen experience while fostering a sense of community. Follow them on Facebook to see their pop-up locations! They can also be emailed at greenmountainramen@ gmail.com.
Juniors Food Truck
Family run food truck from Southern Vermont serving up Italian sausage, Philly cheesesteaks, cheesy fries, regular fries, hot dogs and more.
The Lemon Wheel
Fresh squeezed lemonade including specialty flavors. Sugar free options are available and all flavors are gluten free, non-GMO & vegan. Follow them on Facebook to see where you can find them as they attend many events throughout the year!
Mach’s Wood Fired Pizza
Located in Pawlet, Vermont. Mach’s Wood-Fired Pizza has been serving the heart of Vermont and beyond for 11 years. Their woodfired pies are handmade using the highest quality of local and seasonal ingredients. Always fresh, always delicious and made with love.
VENDORS
Mama Maria’s Gyros and More
Mama Maria’s Gyros and More brings you authentic Greek food and flavors. We have your traditional Greek Gyro, Spanakopita, Baklava, stuffed peppers and tomatoes. Our menu changes with new things added occasionally. Whether you love Mediterranean food or have never tried it, Mama Maria’s is the place to go! One of our customers said “MARIA. CAN. COOK. And I say that as a cook, myself. This is the best Greek food you can get, anywhere. Be careful of the spanikopita, I’ve eaten a whole tray myself in a day. Absolutely delicious. 6 stars.”
Newton’s Curveball Concessions
Newton’s Curveball Concessions is run by two brothers who love to attend local events and serve steamed hotdogs. They started their little business this summer to
earn money to support their love of hockey and baseball! Make sure you follow them on Facebook!!
Scott Farm
The Scott Farm has been a working farm since 1791 and they grow 130 varieties of heirloom apples and an array of different pears, plums, peaches, cherries, all sorts of berries and other fruit they find interesting. They also offer the scenic grounds and 120-person Apple Barn as an event venue for community events, weddings and more! At the Scott Farm, they also host many events. For their full list of events, visit scottfarmvermont.com.
Shipman and Son Raw Honey
Shipman and Son is a small family homestead that harvests honey in both spring and fall from their local hive. Their honey is always unprocessed! They also make Lunar calendars, greeting cards and walking sticks!
We’re honored & very appreciative of your continued support! We wouldn’t be successful without all of you!
We’ll see you soon, Catch Us Curbside!
Butterfly Swing Band
Butterfly Swing Band plays exuberant, swing/jazz grooves with hot off the press harmonies and instrumental improvisations While primarily drawing from the time-honored vintage swing masters such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman and Ella Fitzgerald, we also draw from contemporary artists such as Imelda May, Diana Krall and Connie Evington. To add a little seasoning to your experience, we can include some blues, early rock and Latin numbers to our repertoire that enhance your listening and dancing pleasure! Band members include: Joe LoMonaco on drums, Kate Nicolaou, Amanda Burnhard and Bill Shontz on vocals and sax, Robby Roiter on guitar and James Daggs on Bass
105 Canal Street Brat tleboro, VT 05301 802-536-4789 www.veganaf-vt.com
Sustainable cuisine with an edge
Vegan A.F. was born to bring vegan food to a higher level. Normalize it. Help mainstream it. We are the future of real food. We are commit ted to creating a space that is socially responsible through ethical eating.
4-8pm Dinner
5-9pm
VENDORS
Soul N’ Rico
Located in the Vermont Marketplace at 580 Canal Street in Brattleboro. Soul N’ Rico serves Soul food and Puerto Rican fusion food Thursday–Sunday 2:00pm–9:00pm. Follow them on Facebook for their specials!
Sunrise Creations
Sunrise Creations is the maker of very popular potholders and catnip mats and toys. Owner, Dawn, recently found out that her regular catnip customers have renamed them ‘drug rugs!” Her most popular item for the last 5 years is uncycled feed tote bags. She turns those adorable animal feed bags into reusable tote bags. She also makes upholstery tote bags, cloth napkins, microwave cozies, lap quilts, wristlet key chains and more! She has so many loyal
and repeat customers because the products she makes are good quality and very reasonably priced!!
Vegan A.F.
Vegan A.F. was born to bring vegan food to a higher level. Normalize it. Help mainstream it. We are the future of real food. We are committed to creating a space that is socially responsible through ethical eating. Restaurant is located at 105 Canal Street in Brattleboro and open Sunday, Monday, Friday and Saturday.
Wild Woods
Amy creates Vermont handmade wooden items. Everything is laser cut, etched and hand painted from wood. She creates home décor, children’s games and much more!!! Located in Brattleboro Vermont and she can be reached at wildwoods05301@gmail.com.
ENTERTAINMENT
Butterfly Swing Band
Butterfly Swing Band plays exuberant swing/jazz grooves with hot off the press harmonies and instrumental improvisations. While primarily drawing from the time-honored vintage swing masters such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman and Ella Fitzgerald, we also draw from contemporary artists such as Imelda May, Diana Krall and Connie Evington. To add a little seasoning to your experience, we can include some blues, early rock and Latin numbers to our repertoire that enhance your listening and dancing pleasure! Band members in-
clude: Joe LoMonaco on drums, Kate Nicolaou, Amanda Burnhard and Bill Shontz on vocals and sax, Robby Roiter on guitar and James Daggs on Bass.
Jill & Chris
Jill & Chris, a Southern Vermont duo, are known to blend a few originals with reimagined covers of rock, blues and pop songs. Jill Sachs’ soulful vocals and guitar/ banjolele playing is combined with Chris Mays’ melodies and solos on lead guitar. They have been playing across the region together since 2020. Information can be found at facebook.com/jillsachsmusic and jillsachshealingarts.com.
Ryan Kinney puts cheese whiz onto a cheesesteak during the Brattleboro Reformer’s New England Street Food Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023.
KRISTOPHER RADDER - BRATTLEBORO REFORMER
‘Come on out, enjoy yourself’ New England Street Food Festival returns to Brattleboro common
By Lucia coutermarsh Vermont Country correspondent
BRATTLEBORO — A festival that promises the two most important things, good food and fun, the sixth annual New England Street Food Festival will be held on the Brattleboro Common from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 28.
Brought to you by the Brattleboro Reformer, the community-focused festival aims to provide a good time for the whole family at no cost to enter.
Six years ago, Reformer advertising representative Bud Lolatte decided he wanted to put on an event for the community that would bring people together while supporting local business. With the goal of giving back to the local community, Lolatte spoke on his favorite part about putting on the festival.
“When we started this, it was more of a community celebration and end-of-summer celebration. At the end of September we’re kind of coming into foliage, and there’s an end-of-summer celebration for the community,” Lolatte said. “That’s why we were absolutely adamant about not charging an entrance fee, for people to come out to enjoy a nice late summer day afternoon. Listen to good music, get some good food, see some good crafts, and anybody in town can get there.”
This year’s festival-goers will be able to enjoy food from local eateries like Curbside Cafe, Vegan A.F., Anon’s Thai Cuisine, Mach’s Wood Fired Pizza, Juniors Food Truck, Frisky Cow Gelato, Love Buzz Coffee, Scott Farm, Hamster Wheel Snow Cones, Crossroads Tacos and ATK Customs.
In 2023 our season will run from MaySeptember and our hours will be: Thu.-Sat: 1-8 pm, Sun: 1-6 pm
The Frisky Cow Gelato scoop shop, the Monadnock Region’s ONLY Gelateria, is located at 80 Krif Rd in Keene, NH Here you will find the tastiest and freshest homemade gelato in flavors created just for you
Dawn Prouty
The Brattleboro Reformer’s 5th Annual New England Street Food Festival took over the Common with food and entertainment on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023.
KRISTOPHER RADDER - BRATTLEBORO REFORMER
Jeremy Dancosse is the owner of Crossroads Taco Food Trailer, who will be participating in the food festival for the third time as a food vendor. The community-centered atmosphere keeps Dancosse coming back.
“My first time, I really didn’t know what to expect, and then I did it and it was great,” Dancosse said. “I like how very family-focused the events are. That’s a plus because I have a family of my own, so that’s what really brought me in and it’s been great so far.”
Dancosse prides himself on his authentic food that Crossroads Food Trailer offers and the kind of service that his business and the other Street Food Festival vendors provide.
“I would have to say, probably food that they can’t really find anywhere around here that’s very authentic Hispanic food. Stuff that you would find if you had to cross the border to find very authentic Mexican food,” Dancosse said. “I’m always happy and smiling and I try to be oneon-one with all my customers.” Dancosse spoke on why he believes people should come out and participate in the festival.
“It’s a great place for all your family, for the adults, and for all the small. There’s a lot of stuff to do, there’s great activities, awesome food, and if you like alcohol, there’s great alcohol. It’s just all around fun and great for a family event.”
The New England Street Food Festival is partnering with the Que for the Cause and Brattleboro Buddy Walk for the second year. Open to all who wish to participate, the Buddy Walk is a local fundraiser for the Special Olympics programs of Windham County and the Down Syndrome Awareness program. The 1-mile walk is free to register and will take place during the festival, on the Brattleboro Commons, beginning at 11 a.m.
“They inquired us, and we said this would be a great little thing to add to the festival atmosphere,” Lolatte said. “It just made it so we’re basically going to be utilizing the whole Brattleboro Common this year, and it just makes it more of a festival atmosphere.”
In the years following the initial COVID outbreak, the main goal for the festival has been to put on an event that would unify the community and local business.
“This is our thing to give back to the community. We just want people to come out, have fun and enjoy. It was really important coming out of COVID that we did this because it got people out of their basements and their houses and actually get back out and do things again. We just want to kind of build on that momentum,” Lolatte said. “You know, things might not be great in whatever’s going on, but this one day, come on out, enjoy yourself.”
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