Summer Fun

One great thing about the summer are the number of special events, cities, towns and villages put on. From coast to coast in Canada there are events highlighting the history, culture, food, sports, talent and natural settings all summer long.

Bancroft has a full slate of activities. Next weekend July 30th is the annual Gemboree. It is popular and the place will be full of "rockhounds" from across North America. At the same time the "Arts and Crafts" show is held at Millennium Park and local artisans display and sell their goods. Most are very creative and there is much talent on display.

This is followed by the "Old Home Week", Jazz Festival, and the Maynooth Fair September 2 and 3rd.

Last week we took in the "Classic Car and Legendary Star" weekend in Brampton. This is always a blast and we were not disappointed. Thousands came to enjoy the free entertainment in Gage Park. If you've never been plan to go next year.

Of course when we are in town we have to visit friends and stopped by to see Bonnie and Winston. They were such helpful and friendly neighbours when we lived next door. Always great to spend time together.

You can tell it's summer by the road closures and Bancroft has it's share. Here we wait while they install a culvert on our road. It's amazing how they can maneuver those excavators; you would think he was stuck.

Hope you are enjoying this warm weather. Find a festival near you and take it in. You will be amazed at the talent that is close to home.
No complaints about the heat, I know what is coming.
Thanks for dropping by.

Bancroft Summer Festivals

For a community of just over 4,000 Bancroft seems to host special events all summer long This weekend was "Art in the Street" with vendors and booths set up along Flint Street for all to enjoy.

People mingled and the artists were glad to answer questions and demonstrate their crafts.

As a fund raiser you could paint a bowl and the proceeds went to the Art Council of Bancroft. Here Mary tries her hand at decorating a bowl for the cause.

A great variety of talent was on display for all to enjoy.

Bancroft is celebrating 150 years on the York River and this was part of the celebrations.

They even had live entertainment by local artists. Great country music, most enjoyable.

Remember to travel safely and take your time on our roads.