This year's Upper Madison Street Fair Participants
These wonderful activities and vendors have committed to participate in this year's Upper Madison Street Fair. It's going to be a great Fair!
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Type | Spot Number | Description |
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Joe Elario Photography | Sponsor - Other |
Luxury Saratoga Springs Wedding Photographer based in Albany, NY as well as Lake George Wedding Photography. |
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A & J Crafts | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 15 |
Homemade soaps and candles. Handcrafted Resin soap dishes, candle holders, ashtrays, keychains, ornaments and decorative pieces. Handcrafted wine glass domed Christmas scenes. Homemade crochet stockings. Homemade knit hats. Hand-stitched ornaments. |
Affordable Housing Partnership | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M02-01 |
Energy Bike |
AFRIKAN QUEENS BOUTIQUE, INC | Vendor - Artwork by Local Artists | 54 |
African clothes, jewelry, home decor and art |
Akum Norder | UMSF Activity - Other |
Ask the Historian: 1:45 to 2:30 pm |
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Albany Art Room | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 57, 58 |
handmade artwork |
Albany Bicycle Coalition / Vision Zero 518 | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M2-02 |
informational handouts and cycling guides |
Albany Bike Rescue | Not for Profit - Other | M12 |
minor bicycle repair bicycles, t-shirts (as in previous years, we'll need some extra space to park about 12 bicycles) |
Albany County Department for Children Youth and Families | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M2-01 |
We will be giving away items such as pens, chip clips, pins, etc. |
Albany Elks Lodge #49 | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M2-06 | |
Albany Firefighters Museum | UMSF Activity - Other |
Present history of Steamer 10 and former 6th Precinct Station (now Center Station) of Albany Police Department including history and architectural drawings |
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Albany High - Cosmetology | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | 26 |
Patrons will spin the wheel to win a service or prize. Yes free salon services provided by cosmetology and barbering students, |
Albany Massage | Vendor - Other | 07 |
5-15 minute massage sessions. Gift certificates. Hand made massage oils/muscle balms |
Albany Medical Center | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M02-02 |
Albany Medical Center branded items |
Albany Police Athletic League (PAL) | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | 52 |
Promo programs and activities for youth. We will coordinate a couple games/activities to engage attendees. |
Albany Police Department | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | 51.5 |
Safe Child I.D. Cards |
All Plus Table Tennis | UM Merchant - Other |
All+ Table Tennis of Albany is excited to offer table tennis into the Capital Region! Look for us at the fair near Trustco - we'll have four tables for you to play and learn more about our Club at the Albany Elks Lodge! |
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Art Fimbel | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 31 |
- Self-published botanical coloring book titled "Leaf the Coloring to Me: A Highly Detailed Coloring Book for All Ages" ($14.99) - Various digital art prints featuring nature and cats. These prints are 10 x 10 inches, and they have been printed on 110 lb. textured cover stock. ($8) - Handmade polymer clay leaf pins ($12) and cat keychains ($18) - Other ceramic leaf-themed objects. Bowls, figures, etc. ($5 - 35) |
Ask the Historian! | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M05 |
Albany historians will be present to answer your questions and share their knowledge about Albany's history - come meet Tony Opalka (City of Albany Historian) and Akum Norder (Author of History of Here - A House, the Pine Hills Neighborhood, and the City of Albany) |
Aunt Bonnie's | Vendor - Local Agricultural Products | 30 |
USDA Certified Organic Hemp Oils, Lavender Hemp Lotion, CBD Softgels, CBD Gummies, CBG & CBD Softgels, USDA Certified Organic Pet Oil, Hemp Chews for Dogs, and Natural Supplements |
Ballon Gal Jenny | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF |
Look for the amazing Balloon Gal Jenny throughout the fair - she's easy to spot as she creates fantastic balloon creations sure to please children of all ages! |
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Blooms By Marie | Sponsor - Artwork by Local Artists | 24 |
Fresh flowers and bouquets. |
Bridge and Tunnel Designs | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 05 |
Vintage inspired jewelry mostly composed of brass and plated brass findings and/or glass beads or cabochons. Glass components are of a high quality, mostly from the Czech Republic, Austria, or West Germany. Some are vintage, NOS (new/old stock). New pieces are original modern and brutalist designs made of copper and sterling silver set with semi precious stones and/or glass stones and beads. |
Caliko LLC | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 26A |
We are Caliko, a vibrant, woman-owned small business specializing in unique, vintage, and upcycled apparel, along with exquisite custom crochet items. Our collection also includes breathtaking handmade jewelry, crafted from Herkimer Diamonds that we personally mine. Additionally, we offer environmentally friendly candles/ incense and beautifully embroidered tote bags. Immerse yourself in a truly groovy and enchanting experience that our customers adore. We are eager to become a part of your incredible community, let’s create magic together!??♂️??? |
Citizens Bank | UM Merchant - Other | 51 |
TBD TBD |
City of Albany Department of Neighborhood and Community Services | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M2-04 |
Informational flyers and booklets, event flyers, potentially some small free items with the City's logo such as stress balls, magnets, pens, etc. |
City School District of Albany | Not for Profit | M02-10 | |
Cjs reflections | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 11 |
Hand beaded and mirrored suncatchers |
Cornell Cooperative Ext, SNAP-Ed | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | KZ |
Physical activity games for kids Activity trackers |
Cornell Cooperative Ext. Albany Co. | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M2-03 |
We will provide horticultural resources and answer gardening questions and invite participants to visit our Pollinator garden at the Pine Hills Library across the street during the event. We will not be selling any items. |
Curry House | UM Merchant - Food for on-site consumption | 04 |
Sell food vegetable korma, tandoori chicken, chicken vindaloo, chicken tika masala, chana masala, vegetable samosa, naan |
Dandelion Collaborative | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 12 |
I sell medicinal, spiritual, and household herbal products including proprietary herbal tea blends, tinctures & tonics, balms & salves, infused oils, dried (and sometimes fresh, when available) herbs, smudge sticks, herbal pre-rolls (herbs only, NO cannabinoid products), incense, wildflower seeds, non-toxic cleaning products, and more ranging in price from $3-$27. I also offer holistic coaching services & herbal consults with dynamic hourly pricing. Products are homemade in small batches, and ingredients are locally, ethically, and/or sustainably grown, foraged, or sourced through ethical small businesses. |
DrawingsByShoham | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 55 |
Cards, stickers, and other crafts |
Duke's Barbershop | Sponsor | 50 | |
Emack & Bolio’s Ice Cream | On-Site Food - Food for on-site consumption | 26B |
ice cream in a cup or cone & water |
Equinox | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M2-05 |
We will be having an origami butterfly tutorial! We will ask participants to write a healthy relationship trait or a goal of theirs on the paper and then make it into a butterfly. |
Fair Central - your source for all Upper Madison Street Fair Information | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M04 |
Fair Central - your source for all Upper Madison Street Fair Information! |
FFAPL | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | 43 |
Albany Public Library Merchandise such as totes, mugs, socks, baby onesies, etc. We give away pencils and bookmarks. |
Food Court | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M01 |
A lovely place to eat your lunch and take a break from the busy-ness of the Fair! |
Fried Dough At Its Best | On-Site Food - Food for on-site consumption | M13 |
A long time favorite at the Fair - the very best fried dough and lemon aid around! |
Gialanella Family Dentistry | Sponsor - Other |
Family dentistry group based in Albany |
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Heldeberg Marionettes | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF |
Strolling Marionettes |
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Historic Albany Foundation | UMSF Activity - Other |
Ask the Historian: 12:45 to 1:30 pm Tool library stickers |
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Holistic Network | UM Merchant - Other | 42 |
Massage Therapy Services by Annette Kulawiak LMT, and Michael Corcoran LMT |
Honest Weight Food Coop | Sponsor - Food for on-site consumption | 35 |
Albany's Homegrown Grocery Store for Natural, Organic and Local Food. |
Hudson River Shop (Standard Arts) | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 48 |
Hudson River Clothing and headware |
Izzys Bows And More | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 25 |
Bows & Bands. All crafted by Delva Vera. |
Jamas | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 37 |
I sell handmade zippered pouches ,bags and eyeglass cases from 3” To 14”...also handmade straps and lanyards.(zip it’s ) |
jane's daughter | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 06 |
handcrafted soap and lotion bars; hand knit 100% cotton face cloths and bibs for infants, organic cotton spa face cloths for adults, hand knit purses |
JD & G SCENT CO. | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 29 |
Hand poured small batch candles waxmelts, and inked, glittered drink tumblers. |
KidZone | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | KZ |
Lots of fun free activities for children - rock painting, games, recycling sculptures, coloring, and more! |
Kismet Grill | UM Merchant - Food for on-site consumption | 02 |
gyros |
Mackey's Produce | Vendor - Local Agricultural Products | 32A |
fresh collard greens, cabbage and other produce! |
Marybird | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 27 |
Handcrafted jewelry. Costume and silver work. Some apparel and possibly some art prints. |
Matt Chinian | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | Plein Air at the Point |
I will do a demonstration of plein air painting, the public is invited to ask questions while I work. I will bring a small sample of work for sale. |
Meat me on Madison | UMSF Activity - Food for on-site consumption | 17 |
100% All-Beef Hot Dogs and bottled water - proceeds support the Upper Madison Neighborhood |
Mobil/Xtra Mart | Sponsor - Other |
Neighborhood mini market and gas station. |
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Monticello Real Estate | Sponsor - Other |
Licensed real estate broker encompassing all of Albany County. |
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Motor Oil Coffee | UM Merchant - Food for on-site consumption | 40 |
Coffee, baked goods and merchandise Assorted baked goods |
Mural | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M11 |
Painting Mural |
Nanas Backyard Friends | Vendor - Artwork by Local Artists | 41 |
Soft Sculptures for all ages. Handmade 'critters' of all kinds. Anything from a cute monkey to a T-Rex. Affordable to all. |
O’Malley’s Oven | On-Site Food - Food for on-site consumption | 56 |
All baked goods are gluten free, produced in my commercial kitchen at Maple Hill middle school in castleton NY. Items include muffins, cupcakes, cream puffs, smalls cakes and biscuits. I do have all necessary insurance and permitting. |
Old McDonald Roadhouse | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 45 |
I make hand poured soy candles with clean burning scents. They are long lasting and safer to burn around ppl and pets. I also make old fashioned and molded soaps. |
Paint Cohoes: Studio & Gallery | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 28 |
Local art by artist and myself / prints / stickers / screen printed clothing / handmade jewelry |
Peace of Pottery | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 59 |
Wheel thrown functional pottery |
Pine Hills Pictures | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M06 |
Annual display of historic neighborhood photos. |
Pixie Floss | On-Site Food - Food for on-site consumption | 44 |
Fresh spun Organic Cotton Candy served on a stick or in a tub |
Plein Air | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | Plein Air at the Point |
Painting (Art) during the Fair hours |
plein aire artist | UMSF Activity - Artwork by Local Artists | SFC |
Although the other painters will be at the Point, I'll be setting up at street fair central in order to multitask. |
Pottery by Beth Joslin | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 23 |
Ceramics |
Radix Ecological Sustainability Center | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | 35 | |
Raffle - Support the Fair and take a chance on some great prizes!! | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M09 |
Over $2000 of raffle prizes! All proceeds go to support the good works of the Upper Madison Group |
Ragliacci aka Rags the Clown | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF |
Strolling Clown |
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Refugee and Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus, Inc. | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M02-03 |
We plan to have people play the Green Card Game, which explores the complexity of the US immigration system and helps people understand the extraordinary journeys our refugee and immigrant neighbors make to become permanent US residents. To play, visit: https://www.thegreencardgame.com/factor/welcome |
Rob Field Agent State Farm Insurance | Sponsor - Other |
Albany-based agent for life, home, car insurance and more. |
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Rummage Sale | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | 18,19, 20 |
Gently used household goods - a great way to reduce, reuse, and recycle! |
Sewn & Scrunched | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 09 |
Sewn & Scrunched is for hand-crafted sewn accessories include hair scrunchies, pocket t-shirts, pencil pouches, tote bags, and dog/cat bandanas. These items are meant to add small touches of color and pattern to everyday looks, and range a variety of styles so that there's something for everyone. |
Shateik's Shave Ice | On-Site Food - Food for on-site consumption | 49 |
Shave Ice |
Silly Shans Face Painting | Vendor | 46 |
I will be offering Face Painting services on a "pay per face" basis. Paints that will be used are Fusion brand hypoallergenic paints and cosmetic grade glitters. A display board with multiple design options at different rates will be offered. |
Smith's Smokeshack | On-Site Food - Food for on-site consumption | 32 |
BBQ meats - pulled pork, brisket, chicken, served on sandwiches and in bowls. Tater tots, Mac and cheese, Cole's law, chili |
SPHP Health Center for Children | UM Merchant - Other | 22 |
Donated books, toothbrushes, pinwheels, pencils |
Steamer No. 10 Theatre | Sponsor - Other | 61 | |
Stone Garden Crafts | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 39 |
James, jellies, knit goods |
Stone Wear Jewelry Designs | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 53 |
Jewelry |
Street Fair Main Stage | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M99 - Stage |
We will fill the stage with an eclectic mix of local artists! |
Tag You're it! | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M10 |
Inspired by the art show now at the Pine Hills Library, participants will complete one of a 3 part figure. With the help of Albany art teachers, participants make one part of an "exquisite corpse" drawing. The results are always a surprise, because while working on one part of the figure they cannot see what other artists have created. Artist aged 5 to adult are welcome to create using a variety of drawing and collage materials and then return to see the unique finished works. |
Test your Upper Madison Knowledge and Win Prizes | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M04 |
Test your Upper Madison Knowledge and Win Prizes How Much do you know about Upper Madison? Get a free book for taking a fun quiz. If you score 15 or more points, you also get a free raffle ticket. |
The Right Move Chess | UMSF Activity - Activity Sponsored by UMSF | M03 |
Chess! Play and learn |
Times Union | Sponsor | 47 | |
TrustCo Bank | Sponsor - Other |
Neighborhood bank, sponsoring again this year! |
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UAlbany | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | 38 |
Free UAlbany temporary tattoo's will be applied at our booth for anyone that wants one. We will provide literature on the University, give away some UAlbany swag, and apply temporary kid's tattoo's for anyone that wants one. |
UMSF Volunteer Check In | UMSF Activity - Other | 21 |
Volunteers and Vendors, please check in here! |
Underground Railroad Education Center | UMSF Activity - Not for Profit |
Ask the Historian: 3:45 to 4:30 pm Brochures about program |
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Used Book Sale | UMSF Activity - Other | M08 |
Fabulous selection of used books for all ages each for just $1. Fund raised benefit the neighborhood! |
VALUSPACE | Sponsor - Other | 16 |
Marketing materials including brochures, pens, temporary tattoos, cozzies, and chip clips. |
Victoria's Essentials | Vendor - Other | 08 |
Locally hand crafted, all natural, true aromatherapy products for health and wellness. |
Whip My Butta Organics | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts |
Natural and organic bodycare items |
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Woman's Club of Albany | Not for Profit - Not for Profit | M02-07 |
Free pencils to kids, and a guessing game. Participants can also enter a free raffle drawing to win a custom-designed keepsake ornament featuring the Woman's Club of Albany building at 725 Madison. |
Yellow Door Pottery | Vendor - Regionally Made Crafts | 36 |
Small batch, hand produced, functional pottery |
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