2 nd Annual Taste of the Tropics on the Riverwalk SeeksTropical Vendors & Sponsors!

JUPITER, FLORIDA, March 12, 2008 - The TASTE OF THE TROPICS is once again preparing to transform the Riverwalk Events Plaza into a tropical marketplace with artists, craftsmen, merchants, entertainment and food from the Islands. If you are looking to show and sell your "island-inspired" arts, crafts and merchandise at an " everything tropical" themed event, here's your chance!

The second annual Taste of the Tropics event is set for Saturday, April 26, 2008 from noon - 7 pm. The Events Plaza is located on the Intracoastal Waterway "under the bridge" at U.S. 1 and Indiantown Road in Jupiter. This unique covered venue provides a beautiful waterside location with shade from the sun, protection from showers and an acre of colorful brick pavers. Festival goers and vendors alike enjoy the unbeatable backdrop and breezes offered by the waterway.

Vendors who will contribute to a tropical festival experience should contact Jacquelyn Smith at 561-741-2623 or jacquelyns@jupiter.fl.us. Vendor applications and information are also available online at www.jupiter.fl.us. The fee to exhibit is $50 for a 10x10 booth. Send completed applications along with payment in full to Jacquelyn Smith, Town Manager's Office, Town Hall, 210 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458, or hand deliver to the Jupiter Town Hall. Deadline for Vendor Applications is Friday, April 18, 2008, 5 pm.

Taste of the Tropics is a FREE event presented by the Town of Jupiter. In addition to vendor participation, event sponsorships are available. If you are interested in sponsorship information, please contact Kate Moretto at katem@jupiter.fl.us or 561-741-2575.