Vendor With Purpose: Supporting Young Writers Across the Yakima Valley
Pages & Petals Mother’s Day Bazaar
Are you interested in participating in an event where your business presence also helps uplift Yakima Valley youth and rising voices?
If so, we’d love to welcome you.
Thank you for your interest in vending at the Pages & Petals Mother’s Day Bazaar, hosted at Peach Tree Retirement Center. This community-centered event supports the Pages & Petals Young Writers Adventure, celebrating and encouraging young writers from the Yakima Valley and surrounding areas—from Ellensburg to Sunnyside.
Why Your Participation Matters
Through your participation and support of the Pages & Petals Young Writers Adventure, your vendor fees help sponsor Yakima Valley’s rising authors, faith-based leaders, and entrepreneurs.
Thank you for being part of something that truly invests in the next generation.
Vendor Families & Young Writers — Please Read
Vendor families are an important part of this mission.
Children of participating vendors are welcome and encouraged to take part in the Pages & Petals Young Writers Adventure, making this a truly family-centered, community-building experience.
How to Participate
Parents/guardians must visit PeachTreeRetirement.com, review all guidelines, and complete the full registration form.
Please include:
Child’s first name
Age
Chosen writing topic
If you are a vendor and your child is participating, please write “Vendor” on the back of all written and illustrated submissions.
Fairness & Transparency
Being a vendor does not increase a child’s chance of winning. All entries are reviewed fairly and independently.
If Your Child Is Selected
We are happy to announce and honor you and your child at your booth, if preferred.
Vendors must arrange for someone to bring their child to the event.
Children may not remain unattended at vendor booths.
A finalists/winners list will be available the morning of the event.
Please plan for your child to arrive by 1:45 p.m. for the 2:00 p.m. ceremony, regardless of early notification.
Booth Coverage & Care
Vendors are responsible for arranging a helper to watch their booth if stepping away.
If stepping away is not possible, we will bring a plate of food to you and your child.
Please notify event staff the day of the event and in any related emails if your child has entered.
Event Date & Location
Location:
Peach Tree Retirement Center – Senior Living, Family Style
2800 W Viola Ave., Yakima, WA 98908
Date:
Saturday, May 10, 2026
Event Visibility & Promotion
The Mother’s Day Bazaar is a well-established community event.
This year introduces the first Pages & Petals theme, featuring the Pages & Petals Young Writers Adventure.
This year’s event is a special dual experience, thoughtfully designed to honor both community and family. The day includes:
Community shopping with local vendors
Public recognition of our Young Writers Adventurers
A goodie bag for each participating child, along with a free Mother’s Day gift for them to give to their mom or a mom-figure
Most importantly, a welcoming space filled with music, joy, and family-friendly fun, created especially to honor mothers and celebrate the families who love them
Promotion includes:
Word-of-mouth throughout the community
Listings and coverage via Yakima Herald and KIMA
Social media advertising and ongoing posts
Flyers handed out and mailed
Event signage, balloons, and on-site visibility
Attendance and sales cannot be guaranteed, but we are committed to active promotion and a warm, engaging experience.
Vendor Fees & Early Payment Incentives
Vendor fees directly support the Pages & Petals Young Writers Adventure and allow us to purchase prizes and materials in advance.
Standard Rates
Parking Lot Spot: $50
Lawn / Grass Spot: $40
Early Payment Discount
Save $10 per spot if paid by April 5, 2026
Parking Lot Spot → $40
Lawn Spot → $30
Prime Spots:
The first 10 vendors who submit payment by March 30 will receive prime vendor locations.
Vendor fees are non-refundable.
Vendor Space Information
Each vendor will be assigned one parking space, providing an approximate working area of 7 feet wide by 16 feet long.
Spaces are intentionally laid out with generous spacing between vendors, creating a relaxed shopping experience, safe pedestrian flow, and accessibility for seniors. Vendors will not be crowded.
Simple Rule:
All vendor setups must remain within the assigned space. Walkways and buffer areas must remain clear at all times.
Setup, Arrival & Safety
Drive-Up Setup
Drive-up setup window: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Vendors may arrive as early as 7:30 a.m.
Vendors may drive directly to their space to unload during this window
After 9:30 a.m., no vehicles are allowed in the vendor area — no exceptions.
After 9:30 a.m.:
Vehicles must be parked on the street
Vendors must haul items using carts or hand-carry
All vendors must be fully set up by 10:15 a.m.
Staff members will be available to assist with unloading when possible.
Friendly Safety Reminder
Seniors at play — please drive slow and with caution.
This is an active senior living community, and while our residents are a fun-loving (and sometimes wild 
) bunch, their safety always comes first.
Young Writers Ceremony & Event Flow
At 2:00 p.m., there will be a brief ceremony honoring the Pages & Petals Young Writers finalists.
Vendors are asked to:
Remain fully set up
Limit noise and activity
Applaud and help route participants and guests
The ceremony often draws additional families and shoppers. If people are shopping afterward, please plan to remain set up.
Breakdown & Load-Out
Earliest breakdown: 3:30 p.m.
The event host will determine if the event should hold steady
All vendors should plan to remain set up until 4:30 p.m.
No vehicles may enter the vendor area during breakdown.
Load-out must be done by parking on the street and using carts or hand-carry.
Carts will be available for shared use.
Vendors must clean their area completely and remove all trash.
Electricity
Electricity is limited and not guaranteed
Vendors should plan to be fully self-contained
Electricity must be requested in advance
Vendor Information Required
Valid email address
Phone number
Business name
Website or Etsy shop (if applicable)
Optional for promotion:
1–2 product or booth photos
Logo (optional)
Communication & Updates
All event updates will be shared via Facebook only:
Peach Tree Retirement Center – Main Facebook Page
Testify Swag Official – Main Facebook Page
Please follow both pages. Updates will not be sent by email.
Vendor Responsibility & Liability
Each vendor is solely responsible for:
Business licensing, permits, and insurance
Sales tax collection and reporting
Booth safety and security
Peach Tree Retirement Center, Che’y’s Dessert Delights, and Testify Swag Official are not responsible for vendor losses, compliance, or insurance. Vendors sell at their own risk.
Fully Booked Vendor Categories
Baked goods or homemade food items
T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, bags, or merchandise
DIY / “You Pick, We Press”
DTF or UV / UV-DTF kits
Property Policies
No pets (service animals excepted)
No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
Restrooms & Resident Courtesy
Restrooms are available inside the Peach Tree family home.
Please allow residents the right of way, move slowly, and be mindful that sudden movements can cause residents to stumble. This is their home, and we appreciate your respect and care.
Lost & Found
A Lost & Found area will be available with event staff.
Vendors and guests remain responsible for their personal belongings.
Health & Emergency Support
The event does not provide medical services.
Bandages may be available
Event staff can assist with calling 911
In urgent situations, call 911 first, then notify staff
Prayer, Inclusion & Care
We welcome people from all walks of life and want everyone to feel safe, loved, and supported.
If you would like prayer or encouragement, please let Barbara know, or email your request privately. Prayer is always offered with care, respect, and consent.
Photography & Privacy
Photography and video may take place during the event.
Do not photograph or record children
Do not post children on social media
Authorized photography involving children will be handled by Peach Tree staff and Testify Swag Official, who manage photo permissions
Neighbor Courtesy
Please do not block neighboring driveways or access points at any time.
Final Acknowledgment
By submitting payment and participating, vendors acknowledge and agree to all event policies and guidelines.
Thank you, thank you, thank you — for last month, this month, and next month.
You built something organized, thoughtful, mission-driven, and genuinely beautiful.