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Fisher Peak Vendors Market August 19
By Louie Cupello
What to do onĀ a Wednesday Night?Ā Is the scorching summer heat getting to you? Well then why donāt you head on down to Rotary ParkĀ in downtown Cranbrook on Wednesday evening?
From humble beginnings with a grand total of 10 vendors and aĀ sparse crowd, The Little Market That Could (as IĀ like to callĀ it) grew toĀ 21 vendors and a large crowd on July 1.
The market, which starts at 5 p.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m., has been averaging 18 vendors per week and the attendance hasĀ increased thanks to theĀ hard work and dedication of Beverlee Bullough, Fisher Peak Vendors Market Coordinator.
Week after week she puts in countless hours to ensure that everything runs smoothly. There are also a small group of dedicated volunteers who help with set up and take down for vendors that require assistance.
Beverlee gets to Rotary Park, Cranbrook at 3 p.m. to set up and gets home after 10 p.m.
The market features a variety of vendors from artisans, crafters, jewelry, health and skin care, cleaning products,Ā food, fresh fruit and vegetablesĀ is presented by Fisher Peak Performing Artists Society who also provide live musical entertainment showcasing local performers from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Jamie NeveĀ has been a mainstay in setting up, handling sound tech duties and taking down week after week. It must be a labour of love. Jamie gets to Rotary Park at 5 p.m. and usually gets home around 10 p.m. There are also small group of dedicated volunteers who have helped out with set up and takedown.
I for one wish to thank both Beverlee and Jamie for everything they have done to make Cranbrook a better community.
Next time you are attending the Fisher Peak Vendors Market stop by Moon Bead Design Plus and say hi to Beverlee; walk up to the stage and say hi to Jamie as well.
There are three more markets Wednesday, August 19,Ā Aug. 26 and Sept. 2; hope to see you there.
