Happy crowds of local residents and bargain hunters from afield as well jammed the annual Holly Berry Fair at Rosedale United Church Saturday. It is, as they like to say, a high class bazaar and the array of quality artifacts and home made goods was impressive. Many vendors were there selling goods of their own making. “This is my grandmother’s corn relish,” said one woman. Organizers of the Holly Berry are able to attract a number of independent vendors, giving the fair an eclectic and stimulating quality. In the basement cafeteria, a delicatessen-style lunch was available with at least two ham carvers going at the same time. The egg salad was sold out by 1 p.m. Inset below, a local man and wife examine a glass plate on sale in one of the large rooms. This one was dedicated to glass and books, it seemed. There was Holly Berry Knitting on the main floor, a beautiful selection of hand-made knit and crocheted items including, toys, blankets, hats, scarves and baby items to choose from. Proceeds from past Holly Berry Fairs have gone to support the work of the church including Local and International Outreach. The chairs of the Holly Berry Fair in 2013 are Caroline and Bob Duncanson. Rosedale United describes itself as “a dynamic congregation of the United Church of Canada located in a quiet neighbourhood in the heart of Toronto with 430 households from both our immediate neighbourhood and across the City. We have a tradition of wonderful music, strong preaching, and a welcoming environment. Whether you are a long-time member or considering a first visit, be at home among us.” Ham carvers feed the hungry at Holly Berry
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Happy crowds of local residents and bargain hunters from afield as well jammed the annual Holly Berry Fair at Rosedale United Church Saturday. It is, as they like to say, a high class bazaar and the array of quality artifacts and home made goods was impressive. Many vendors were there selling goods of their own making. “This is my grandmother’s corn relish,” said one woman. Organizers of the Holly Berry are able to attract a number of independent vendors, giving the fair an eclectic and stimulating quality. In the basement cafeteria, a delicatessen-style lunch was available with at least two ham carvers going at the same time. The egg salad was sold out by 1 p.m. Inset below, a local man and wife examine a glass plate on sale in one of the large rooms. This one was dedicated to glass and books, it seemed. There was Holly Berry Knitting on the main floor, a beautiful selection of hand-made knit and crocheted items including, toys, blankets, hats, scarves and baby items to choose from. Proceeds from past Holly Berry Fairs have gone to support the work of the church including Local and International Outreach. The chairs of the Holly Berry Fair in 2013 are Caroline and Bob Duncanson. Rosedale United describes itself as “a dynamic congregation of the United Church of Canada located in a quiet neighbourhood in the heart of Toronto with 430 households from both our immediate neighbourhood and across the City. We have a tradition of wonderful music, strong preaching, and a welcoming environment. Whether you are a long-time member or considering a first visit, be at home among us.” 