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4th annual holiday craft fair this December

By Meg Olson

“If you want to meet your neighbors and see what they are making this is your chance,” said Samantha Scholefield, organizer of the Point’s annual holiday craft fair and dinner, now in its fourth year. “We’ve sold it out every year we’ve done it.”

Twenty Point Roberts crafters will present their work in a craft fair open to all comers from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on December 9. Scholefield said work would include jewelry, crochet, paper crafts, wreaths, candy, glasswork, photography, soaps, baked goods and Renee Coe’s recently self-published book, a photo journal of last year’s devastating winter storm.

The event has a fundraising role. Dollars For Scholars will hold a book sale and the historical society will sell their cards featuring historical Point Roberts.

“They are the coolest things,” commented Scholefield on the cards. Proceeds from the evening dinner raffle will benefit the food bank. “Over the past three events we’ve raised almost $5,000,” Scholefield added.

From 1 to 3 p.m. Santa will drop in, invited by the local parks district, to have a chat with local children and hand out a few treats.
Whatcom County extension services will also attend the event to talk about sustainable agriculture practices and shoreline stewardship.
Later in the day there will be a roast beef dinner, seasonal music and more shopping. “This is a real community dinner, kid-friendly,” Scholefield said.

At 6 p.m. guests can enjoy music by local jazz trio MBT while they browse the sale area. At 7 p.m. local chef Steve O’Neill will serve up a roast beef dinner and a dessert spread courtesy of the Cottage Pantry will follow.

“There is an amazing diversity of people who come,” Scholefield said. “It’s a real community celebration and a chance to meet your neighbors.”

For dinner tickets call Pattye McGill at 945-0339. Adults are $18/$20CDN or $10 for children under 12.