Here is everything you need to know about Summerfest and how to participate!

 

1. What is Summerfest?

It’s a big international party, celebrating our incredibly diverse community, with lots of food, crafts, games and live music & entertainment.  A BIG part of Summerfest is the “country booths,” which feature food, decorations, and families from all over the world.

 

2. Summerfest is organized by PARENTS! We have a volunteer team that is open to all! If you would like to help, please join this chat.

 

3. How can I participate?

There really is no Summerfest without “country booths" and we need YOUR HELP to make this happen!  If you would love to work with others to represent your country, complete this quick form, and we will connect you with others to form a team!

At your booth you can:

·  Decorate as you choose

·  Prepare any type of food or drinks to sell, if you wish

·  Incorporate game or activities, if you wish

The PTA is happy to reimburse booth organisers for up to €100 in food expenses, or more by arrangement.

 

4. There is no “requirement” that only people from a particular country can work in a country booth!  You can pull in friends, or create a combined booth, or we can find others to help plan and staff a booth with you.

 

The PTA will also hold a COUNTRY BOOTH INFO MEETING online, May 11 at 9am.  Booth organisers will receive an email invitation with the link.

 

5. Beyond the country booths, how can I participate?

We have LOTS of volunteer positions, such as helping to run activities, helping at the PTA Bar, set up & clean up, etc.  Also, our ENTERTAINMENT TEAM is on the lookout for performers!  We welcome ALL to perform (including moms & dads), and we are open to everything, including music of all kinds, dance, juggling, flame-eating…. you get the idea.   The quick form is an easy way to show your interest in any of the above.

 

6. Is Summerfest a fundraiser?

Yes, it is the main fundraiser for the PTA each year.  The tickets sold support PTA activities all year long, which include programming such as international celebrations, our grant program for students and staff, and regular PTA activities and legal costs.   

 

7.  Can my company help sponsor Summerfest?

 Thank you!!  A company can either help fund an activity or particular aspect of the fest, or contribute for general support.   All sponsorships are gratefully accepted, and sponsors are featured on our website and in promotions at Summerfest itself.  The quick form includes a space to sign on as a sponsor.