Black Creek Heritage Fair
The Focus Is On Fun
by Judy Goldschmidt 
Like a three-ring circus, complete with clowns, this year's long-awaited event will entice families with fun, food and spirited activities all happening concurrently. The annual Heritage Fair takes place at the BCCA Hall on Saturday, September 13th at 2001 Black Creek Road. From 10:30 am to 3:30 pm, fair goers will be treated non-stop to a vast variety of vendors, entertainment, food and games, all with the hopes of fostering community spirit and pride, while raising funds for the gem that anchors the community: the Black Creek Community Association's Hall, its recreational facilities and its programs. Admission is by donation. This year's musical line up will feature a set with Mr. Completely's Jamie Robertson. The Old Time Fiddlers, a veteran crowd pleaser, will return to our stage, along with Men w/Hats, Exodus, and a belly dance performance with the BCCA's instructor, Jessica McPherson, and new drum teacher, Bruce Campbell. And it wouldn't be the Heritage Fair without the "Jaws of Life" demonstration from the Oyster River Fire DepartmentÑa visually reinforcing reminder for safe driving! The activities will not be limited to people either. Dogs will take centre stage for a dog agility fun match (registration required) followed by a doggie dancing demonstration. A petting zoo will give young ones a hands-on experience with farm animals, and ponies from Bear Creek Ranch will be on hand for rides on the trail behind the tennis courts. Inside the tennis courts again will be our busy KidsZone, chock full of fun activities and crafts for the young ones. And of course, a Bounce-A-Rama nearby will provide the kind of physical activity a kid likes. | | A mouth-watering assortment of lunch and munch items will be for sale from the BCCA kitchen. Our guest caterer this year will be Linda Shaben, new Comox Valley resident and new owner of Tarbell's Cafe in Cumberland. Linda plans to whip up some Island Bison chili, a Greek salad with grilled chicken, hummus and pita bread, savoury soups and tasty scones. Vendors will also be on hand to sell crafts and homemade items from stuffed dinosaurs to beaded jewellery, from muffins to scented soaps, and much more! Monster zucchini from your garden! The Oyster River Garden Club will hold a zucchini decorating contest at the Heritage Fair. Bring your creations to the Oyster River Garden Club booth at the Fair. For more information call Lous at 250-337-5447. Don't miss another wonderful BC History display from Miracle Beach School students, a BCCA 50th anniversary display, plus demonstrations of antique equipment, embroidery, and wool spinning and weaving. The Comox Valley Clowns will again rove the crowd in full comedic colour. And Mrs. Pockets will be strolling around as well selling 50/50 chances and handing out little treats to little ones. Our silent auction will be filled again with irresistible items to bid on: gift certificates to area restaurants and items from such area businesses as Island View Lavender and Cranberry Mama. You won't want to miss your chance to win one of the five outstanding prizes in this year's raffle! The prizes are: a handcrafted cedar arbour, donated by Blacktail Sawmill; one night's stay (for up to six) in Seaview Game Farm's oceanfront yurt; $100 gift certificate from Island Bison; passes for two to the Kingfisher Resort and Spa's Pacific Mist Hydropath; plus a one-of-a-kind birdfeeder sculpture from Doug Walker. The raffle is changing slightly this year; chances will be sold throughout the fall and the winners will be selected at the Christmas Crafts Extravaganza on December 6th. Vendor applications, silent auction donations and volunteers are still being sought. Contact Judy at 250.337.8033 or jegrt@telus.net. For information on the Fair contact the BCCA at 250.337.5190. |
