There's a Happening at Haney.
Thomas Haney secondary’s annual craft fair is back this weekend, Nov. 23 and 24, with the additions of a new food truck festival, student-run cafe, and a raffle.
The Thomas Haney Happening Arts and Crafts Fair is a completely student-led event, and funds collected go back to the school community.
Last year, the fair team donated $2,500 in student scholarships, $10,000 to the tech department for new equipment, and $2,000 to the gardening club to replace some power tools. The student council also got a new set of storage bins and an event cart.
“Everyone that attends the craft fair isn’t only supporting a community event and supporting our school, but they’re supporting crafters and small businesses from across B.C.,” said Reece Reichelt, event coordinator, and president of the school’s student council.
“Now, more than ever, it’s especially important to be supporting these businesses and making the switch to buying locally," he added.
There will be more than 120 vendors, selling art, jewellery, candles, hand-crafted soaps, clothing, decorations, and lots of food. The new food truck festival will feature at least six vendors with treats including mini donuts, rolled ice cream, burgers, milkshakes, tacos and more.
The Thomas Haney culinary program will be hosting a cafe with a dining area or guests. The menu will feature soups, paninis, pastries and coffee.
Students will sell raffle tickets for products vendors have donated to the fair.
Shoppers can buy craft fair bags made from recycled materials, or canvas tote bags designed by local Indigenous artists, to put their purchases in.
Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, and free for kids 12 and under. Childcare is available by donation.
The two-day fair runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 23 and 24, 2024, at Thomas Haney (23000 116 Ave.).
