The Story Garage is preparing to host its inaugural Market Square Vintage & Maker Market on Saturday, October 1 at Market Square in Black Rock (11am-4pm). Neil Gerard, owner of The Story garage, has managed to accumulate upwards of 40 vendors for this auspicious occasion, which will showcase vintage wares, regional makers, a food truck (M&S Street Eats), and live music. The event is being co-hosted by the BRR|Alliance.
This new market venture is the culmination of much of what Gerard has been striving to achieve since he relocated his vintage furniture and housewares business to Niagara Street. When I first spoke to him about setting up shop in Black Rock, he mentioned that he had his heart set on utilizing the neighboring Market Square in a way that would pay homage to its roots.
Market Square mural by Chris Pionkowski, via the BRR|Alliance
Now that day has come.
“It is a rain or shine event, with most of the outdoor vendors bringing their tents,” said Gerard. “We have 15 vendors who are already setting up inside The Story Garage throughout the first floor of my building, so we could probably squeeze a few more in if it rains. But the hope is that it will be a beautiful day!”
Hopefully it will be the first of many, and will signal to other marketeers in WNY that Market Square is ripe for the picking, when considering venue locations to host outdoor markets.
As for the live music element at the upcoming Vintage & Maker Market, Grace Lougen (from Grosh) will be performing from 1pm-3pm.
Market Square | Corner of Niagara Street and Amherst Street
The Story Garage | 1875 Niagara Street | Black Rock | Buffalo NY 14207 | 716-343-0905
See Facebook event for further details.
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