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License Commission Approves Multiple Licenses

NorthamptonMay 20, 20262 min read

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The commission approved a transfer of the Liquors 44 all-alcohol package store license, along with short-term liquor, entertainment, and business license applications. All recorded motions passed 2-0, with some approvals contingent on insurance or training documentation.

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What this means

Residents can expect approved alcohol service at several upcoming events, including the Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival, Taste of Northampton, Springtacular, and other private or venue-based events. Familiars Coffee & Tea received approval for live music during Summer on Strong. Liquors 44 received approval to transfer its license to Northampton 44 Corporation, and Cooper’s Corner and State Street Wine & Spirits may open at 10 a.m. on Sundays instead of noon.

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Approved a short-term liquor license and nonprofit fee waiver for the Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival on July 18 at Look Park, contingent on liquor liability insurance and TIPS information.
Approved an entertainment license for ICHOR, LLC, doing business as Familiars Coffee & Tea, for live music during Summer on Strong on Thursdays through Sundays.
Approved a short-term liquor license for Behind Bars Mixology, LLC, for a private corporate gathering at Look Park on June 25.
Approved three short-term liquor licenses for Taste of Northampton on September 12 and 13 at the Armory Street Parking Lot.
Approved a new common victualler license for Scotti’s, LLC, at 90 Haydenville Road.
Approved the transfer of the Liquors 44 annual all-alcohol package store license to Northampton 44 Corporation, including the pledge of the license and inventory.
Approved a short-term liquor license and nonprofit fee waiver for Springtacular at Look Park on May 30.
Approved short-term liquor licenses for Quonk events on June 6 and June 12, contingent on liquor liability insurance.
Approved changing Sunday opening hours at Cooper’s Corner and State Street Wine & Spirits from noon to 10 a.m.
The excerpt begins consideration of a short-term liquor license for Provisions at a Juneteenth event, but does not include the final action.

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