Weekly News

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  • Off-season question of the week: What is the MAXIMUM number of referral cards you can receive at a time?

    Announcements:

    • If you are not on the Fill-in list, but still would like to receive the weekly Allocation email, please reach out to Georgia, membership@saturdaymarket.org

    • Wondering about using Portland Saturday Market references in your art or on your website?

      • Reference with the logo: Please contact the PSM Office for the PSM Licensed Image Disclosure Form

      • Reference without the logo: Depictions of PSM without use of the logo is available for open use

    • Rainbow Angel says.... “Thank you for believing in me! See you all as a vendor this year.”

    • 2025 Member Handbooks have been approved!

      • Find linked on the Vendor Documents page on the PSM website.

      • All members will receive a physical copy on opening day.

    2025 Jobs for Points Opportunities: Want to earn extra points this year? Apply to be a site sweeper, fill out the Jobs for Points application under vendor documents!

    • PLEASE NOTE: All sweepers MUST reapply for the 2025 season.

    Marketing Moments:

    • Congratulations to: A Little Sun, Gasp Yikes, Diane Ramic Art, and Applied Arcana for making it to the final round of the poster contest!

      • HERE is the link to vote, please share it, the more votes the better!

    • Vendor Referral Program

      • If you would like to start the season by receiving your 4 cards, please complete the form HERE

    • Are you interested in volunteering to helping lead opening day events? Volunteers are needed to ensure the smooth running of a jewelry making activity.

    • Social Media Rockstars:

    • Opening Day Plans

      • Winning Poster Unveiling

      • Photobooth, with PSM themed photobooth strips

      • A full day of women musicians to kickstart Women’s History Month

      • Jewelry making with photo slides from the last 50yrs of the market

    Accounts:

    • Address: Portland Saturday Market

      133 SW 2nd Avenue

      Suite 302

      Portland, OR 97204

    • Please read the 2025 Handbook and sign your 2025 Space Permit Card! There have been changes!

    • Statement Balance Dur: 2/28/2025 at 4:00pm!

    • Storage rent due by Friday 2/28

    • Payments MUST arrive in the office by 4pm on FRIDAY 2/28!!

    • Statements and my special accounts newsletter were sent yesterday. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns! accounting@saturdaymarket.org

  • Off-season question of the week: Where can newsletters be found on the website?

    Announcements:

    • 2025 Space Permit Cards: Opening day is 15 days away! Get your 2025 SPC filled out and returned to the office ASAP (info@saturdaymarket.org)

    2025 Jobs for Points Opportunities: Roses are Red, Violets are blue, we heard you want points and have jobs for you!

    If interested in any of the current open positions please complete the Jobs for Points Application and email to Membership@saturdaymarket.org

    • Site Sweepers

    • Block Captains

    • Site Tour Leader

    Marketing Moments:

    • Want to lead an artist demonstration, interactive workshop, or share an inspirational message about your creative process??

    • Are you interested in volunteering to helping lead opening day events?

    • Membership voting for the 51st anniversary poster contest is NOW open!

      • HERE is the link to submit your ONE vote per person

    • Social Media Rockstars:

    Accounts:

    • Address: Portland Saturday Market

      133 SW 2nd Avenue

      Suite 302

      Portland, OR 97204

    • Storage rent due by Friday 2/28

      • Payments MUST arrive in the office by 4pm on FRIDAY 2/28!!

    • Statements next Wednesday!

  • Off-season question of the week: What months are considered high season?

    • Email your answer to the question of the week to info@saturdaymarket.org by next week for a chance to win a website feature for your business.

    • Last week’s winner was Love thy Wood, congratulations!!

    Announcements:

    • 2025 Space Permit Cards: Opening day is less than a month away! Get your 2025 SPC filled out and returned to the office ASAP (info@saturdaymarket.org)

    • BoD meeting next week: Thursday, 2/13 at 1:00pm! HERE is the link

    • Tentative March Fill-In List has been sent out to Fill-In Members! The finalized March Fill-In List will be in the last February Newsletter (2/27)

    • 2025 Member Storage: Members new to our storage program who opt-in before the start of the 2025 season will get free storage for the month of February!

    2025 Jobs for Points Opportunities: If interested in any of the current open positions please complete the Jobs for Points Application and email to Membership@saturdaymarket.org

    • Site Sweepers

    • Block Captains

    • Site Tour Leader

    Marketing Moments:

    • March is Women’s History Month

      • Please nominate your favorite PSM women owned business to be featured on our website and social media

      • HERE is the nomination link

    • Want to lead an artist demonstration, interactive workshop, or share an inspirational message about your creative process??

    • THREE DAYS LEFT for poster applications

    • Website Updates:

      • Check out the saved marketing workshops in preparation for opening day! They’re under the Vendor Documents tab, just scroll down!

    • Social Media Rockstars:

      • HERE is the application

      • Want a chance to earn 12 points this season?! Become a SOCIAL MEDIA ROCKSTAR.

      • *If you’re a returning SMR please REAPPLY

      • Questions??? Email Irie at Marketing@Saturdaymarket.org

    Accounts:

    • Update our mailing address in your records so your payment or valentine card isn’t late!

    • Address: Portland Saturday Market

      133 SW 2nd Avenue

      Suite 302

      Portland, OR 97204

    • If you have storage make sure to pay your monthly fee before Friday 2/28

      • Checks must be in office by that date, so mail them early!

    • Request any Statements or Detail Statements you need for your records: accounting@saturdaymarket.org

    • Fill-In List: Please remember your rank changes and therefore your price. Over the course of the season your rank may change a fair bit, so plan ahead.

    A message from our Accounts and Acquisitions Coordinator: Dear PSM Members & Vendors, This year y’all are my Valentine! Thank you for making this off-season so easy by paying on time or ahead of time. Can’t wait to see you all next month! Love, Anaïs

  • Off-season question of the week: Where should musicians be directed to book a slot on the Saturday Market website?

    • Email your answer to the question of the week to info@saturdaymarket.org by next week for a chance to win a website feature for your business.

    Storage still available: If you need storage for the upcoming 2025 season, please reach out to info@saturdaymarket.org. For limited time only, members who opt-in for storage before the 2025 season begins will receive the month of February for free! Does not apply to pre-existing storage spaces.

    2025 Space Permit Cards: If you have not filled out your SPC for 2025, please fill it out before the beginning of the season and return it to the office (info@saturdaymarket.org)

    Marketing Moments:

    • Know a Talented Musician or a Community Member with a message to share? Direct them to our website!

    • ONE WEEK LEFT for poster applications

    • Website Updates:

      • “Walk” on over to the website to check out the updated vendor documents!

      • *The 2025 handbook is still in the works.

      • Unlock Your Inner Marketer Workshop video and documents NOW POSTED

    • Social Media Rockstars:

      • Want a chance to earn 12 points this season?! Become a SOCIAL MEDIA ROCKSTAR.

      • *If you’re a returning SMR please REAPPLY

      • Questions??? Email Irie at Marketing@Saturdaymarket.org

    Accounts:

    • Pay to ZERO by THIS FRIDAY 1/31

      • To be ranked on the Fill-In List

      • To avoid a late fee if you have an account balance due

      • To maintain membership if you have not paid in two or more months

    • Remember to email accounting to request your Detail Statement if needed!

    • Fill-In List: Please remember your rank changes and therefore your price. Over the course of the season your rank may change a fair bit, so plan ahead.

    A message from our Accounts and Acquisitions Coordinator: Dear market members, You keep this place going! We wanted to say thank you. This is the best off-season I’ve seen yet. Many of you have already submitted your 2025 SPC, and most have a $0 balance. Congratulations! We are so excited to continue improving processes, and have a rocking 2025 season! We couldn’t do it without you!

    Sincerely, Anaïs L. Liston

  • Thank you for participating in 2025 Annual Allocation.

    Storage Available: If you need storage for the upcoming 2025 season, please reach out to info@saturdaymarket.org. For limited time only, members who opt-in for storage before the 2025 season begins will receive the month of February for free!

    Got Junk: The Site Team invites you to the site dumpster tomorrow (Friday 1/24) from 10am-2pm to dump all of your junk! If you have any questions about oversized junk please call the office to speak with Greg!

    Updates:

    • Only 37 days until the 2025 PSM Season Opens!

    • 2025 Fill-In List is in the works!

      • Don’t forget the fill-in list is in constant flux! As we work to process resignations and leaves of absences positions will move.

      • To ensure the most accurate positioning is reported, the fill-in list will be released on Friday 1/31/25

    Do you have an announcement for the PSM Newsletter?

    Accounting Information:

    • Pay to zero by 4 PM THIS Friday 1/31

    • IF YOU LAST PAID TWO MONTHS AGO Make a payment to maintain membership

    • If you need a 2024 Detailed Statement for your records, email Accounting@Saturdaymarket.org

    Marketing Moments:

    • Know any talented musicians or community members wanting to get involved?!

    • DON’T FORGET: 51ST ANNIVERSARY POSTER CONTEST applications are DUE FEBRUARY 9TH ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY

    Check out our new Meet the Staff page

  • Need Storage:

    If you need storage for the 2025 season, please reach out to Info@Saturdaymarket.org

    Office Open House: PSM Staff invites you to an open house next Thursday (1/23/2025) from 3pm-4pm at the office. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Tours of the site office, member storage, and new office space available with a social hour at Kells to follow at 4pm. Drinks and food will not be provided, but please feel free to support our neighbors!

    Marketing Reminders:

    2024 Points Highlights

    Perfect Attendance: Custom Fleece , You are Here, Oregon Jewelry & Ornament Works, Joe Steen

    Attendance Honorable Mentions (attending at least 80 days): Sterling Silver Hoops, Roads End Pottery, Peter Bluett Sculpture, Gypsy Camp Creations, Kyle’s Gallery, Earthlights

    Most Jobs for Points: Josh Daily Art, The Spoiled Cat, Hot Glass by Gina, Moth & Twig

    First Year Vendor with the Most Points Earned in 2024: Espresso Vampire Art

    Other Reminders: Committee applications are due FRIDAY 1/24/25

  • Off Season Reminders:

    • Annual Allocation- 1/17

    • Payments Due- 1/15

    • SPC due 1/17

    Off Season Office Hours: Monday -Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Marketing Announcements:

    • 51st Anniversary Poster Contest, applications are due by SUNDAY FEBRUARY 9th

    • Website Vendor Profile Updates, if you would like to update your profile please ensure all photos meet the following requirements.

For billing questions email accounting@saturdaymarket.org

For membership questions email membership@saturdaymarket.org

For storage space, parking tags, and non-membership questions, email info@saturdaymarket.org

For marketing and promotions questions email Marketing@saturdaymarket.org

Additional Questions Call: (503) 222-6072 -- Monday through Friday: 9 AM to 4 PM