A vendor at a local Pride event in the city recently experienced an unexpected confrontation over the prices of her handmade items, including $1 pride flags and $2 stickers. The incident highlighted the sometimes fraught expectations surrounding vending at community events.

The vendor, who runs the booth with her sister, specializes in knit and crochet items. They also offer buttons and stickers to cater to those looking for lower-cost options. Their pride flags, although not the main focus of their business, serve as a small and affordable way for festival-goers to show their support. This past weekend’s Pride event featured over 200 vendors and was completely free to attend, promising a vibrant atmosphere filled with music and community spirit.

The older woman then entered the booth and made it clear she was unhappy. “In New York, they give all this stuff for free!” she declared, as if to suggest that the vendors had a responsibility to provide these items at no cost. The vendor’s instinctive response was slightly snappy. “Okay, but we’re a small business and we can’t afford to give things away for free,” she replied, feeling the tension rise. The woman stormed off, leaving the vendor feeling irked and muttering, “What a bitch,” loud enough for the woman to hear.

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