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Organisers are finalising plans for this year\u2019s National Food Fair, set for 3 November at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium.<\/p>

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Gilbert Laudat, co-chair of the organising committee, said accommodating 245 vendors\u2014up from 205 last year\u2014has posed logistical challenges. Some vendors requested larger stalls, requiring adjustments to ensure fairness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe aim to make sure all vendors are comfortably placed,\u201d Laudat said. \u201cWe are keeping the total at 245 to match expected visitor numbers.\u201d<\/p>

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The layout will mirror last year\u2019s, with odd-numbered stalls on the east side and even on the west. Vendor numbers will be assigned next Tuesday at a meeting at People\u2019s Place.<\/p>

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The event will also include a children\u2019s zone and a seniors\u2019 section for dining and entertainment. Visitors can locate vendors via a mobile-friendly system, supported by helpers in distinctive T-shirts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 3:30pm, a parade featuring the Skelly Hoppers, Moko Jambi, and other characters will entertain attendees as part of the Independence celebrations.<\/p>

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The National Food Fair remains a key feature of the country\u2019s Independence festivities.<\/p>\n

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