The weather on Saturday had little to be desired, but many still came out to see what the Wood Buffalo Country Fair had to offer. The fair has been around for over 15 years and has brought all the community of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo together. Traditionally a fair is a gathering of people to display or trade produce or other goods, to parade or display animals and often to enjoy a carnival. Although we do not showcase animals or have a carnival, the fair still gives you that feeling of satisfaction.
From first prize to honorable mention in both the adult and children’s display’s, the work was all commendable. I am certain that everyone that braved the elements were very proud of the abundance of talent and creativity that region has to offer. The fair also showcased many local venders. Some of which included, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, cloth diapers, wood products, toys, produce, quilts, crafts, skincare products and much more.
I was very pleased with the vendors that braved the weather and came to showcase their wares. I was quite disappointed in the lack of commitment by those that did not show due to the weather. The Country fair was not cancelled and if a commitment was given to attend and take a spot on the Heritage Park grounds, they should have been there. As someone who braved the elements, along with many others I am thoroughly disappointed in those that did not show. All and all it was a great day if you were dressed for the weather!
Wood Buffalo Country Fair Logo Competition
- There will be a $100.00 honorarium for the winning design
- This competition is open to all ages and all mediums.
Please keep in mind that the Wood Buffalo Country Fair will be using the selected logo in media and should look dynamic in both black and white and color applications.
For more information please contact Brooke at 780-799-3374
Sarah Neiman is currently pursuing her Masters of Music degree in Voice Performance at the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario. She began singing with Karen Rees, a local Fort McMurray voice teacher, and then with Laura Glover at Keyano College. Currently she studies with her principal teacher, Rachel Mallon and has completed the first year of her Masters. While at school Sarah has performed in a variety of solo and studio recitals, as well as performing as Bradamante in UWOpera's production of Handel's Alcina. Sarah is very excited to be singing with Krysta in their second summer recital and hopes you will enjoy the duets, which are her favourite part.
Born and raised in Fort Mcmurray Krysta is thrilled to be home performing another summer recital and to share the stage with Sarah. After beginning her music studies at Keyano College she transferred to the University of Lethbridge where she recently completed her Bachelor of Music Degree. Among her most noted and memorable performance experiences are solo recitals and mixed opera reviews with the U of L Opera workshop. She most recently appeared in the U of L productions of Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites and Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas. In September Krysta continues her music studies in Ontario at Wilfrid Laurier University where she will begin her Opera diploma.
