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- Wilds Cooperative members can sign up for PA Wilds Marketplace, Makers MarketYou MAKE things in the PA Wilds. Here’s an opportunity to SELL them! The PA Wilds Makers Market is an online exhibitor event on November 4, which features products only found in the Pennsylvania Wilds on ShopThePAWilds.com. Register by August 31 to participate!
- WCO Creative Maker applications due by September 18 for 2023 Fall Jury Review Monday, September 18, 2023 is the deadline for artisans creative professionals to register for the Wilds Cooperative of PA Spring Jury Review. Basic Level Creative Makers are also eligible to be re-juried.
- Explore PA Wilds made products, services, branded goods and local shops in the 2023 Buyer’s GuideAre you looking for unique and authentic products from the Pennsylvania Wilds? Do you want to support local artists, makers and businesses in this beautiful 13-county region? Check out the 2023 PA Wilds Buyer’s Guide, a free digital resource that connects you to hundreds of creative entrepreneurs and their amazing offerings.
- Downtown Bellefonte Inc. issues RFPs for Signature EventsDowntown Bellefonte Inc. is seeking an individual, organization, or business to submit proposals to help the non-profit with fundraising events.
- Innovators invited to apply for 2023 PA Wilds Big Idea Contest, chance to win $50,000In partnership with the PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship, Ben Franklin Technology Partners is looking for innovators with BIG IDEAS located in Cameron, Elk, Forest, McKean, or Warren County, PA. Applications due April 18, 2023.
- WCO Creative Maker applications due by March 20 for 2023 Spring Jury Review Monday, March 20, 2023 is the deadline for artisans creative professionals to register for the Wilds Cooperative of PA Spring Jury Review. Basic Level Creative Makers are also eligible to be re-juried.

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