Treats and treasures abound at HFMC Fall Fair

Nov 01, 2012

Photo: Renay Newhook owner of Kasey's Cookies, all natural pet treats, at the HFMC third annual Fall Fair

Shoppers had a wide array of items to peruse at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church’s third annual Fall Fair, which took place in their main hall on October 26. Over 60 vendors took part in the church fundraiser with revenue from the event going towards completing the renovation of the church’s gymnasium. Funds will be used to build a stage and acquire basketball nets for the hall. The event, which included a bake table, canteen and a silent auction with a signed photograph of NHL-er Mike Smith, included treats for all. While adult shoppers enjoyed a wide variety of original craft, art and other homemade items, sweet tooths in the crowd had a chance to enjoy cotton candy, popcorn. One of the most popular treats by far were the funnel cakes being speedily prepared to perfection by Wendy Nelles and Marion Nelles.

First time vendor at the fair, Renay Newhook of Kasey's Cookies, offered a wide array of her all-natural home made treats for pets, demonstrating that the annual event is a good opportunity for local businesses to sell their wares. Renay's business was inspired and named for her dog Kasey, an elderly dog, now deceased, that had difficulty digesting store-bought treats. “I started making my own treats and now grow my own produce at home, pumpkins, carrots and apples which I use to make the treats. My goal is to produce simple and all natural dog treats for your pets”, she said. Renay just launched her home-based Verona business eight months ago. Her products are available in Verona at Verona Hardware and Local Family Farms, and in Harrowsmith at Something Cool Frozen Foods. For more information visit her website www.kaseyscookies.com.

As shoppers continued to stream into the gymnasium in a steady flow, event organizer Gerry Wilson, who is a member of the church’s congregation, said she was extremely pleased with the turn out.

Other upcoming events at the church include a Gospel Only Jam on November 11 and December 9 from 1:30-4:00PM. The church will also be hosting a special New Year’s Eve event with a roast beef dinner catered by Ella's Restaurant in Harrowsmith. For more information about tickets call 613-372-12387 or email the HFMC office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.