By Kevin Gilby

CRAIK — Despite a strong effort by Mother Nature, families in Craik and district enjoyed a full Canada Day long weekend rich with activities for all ages.

The Craik Regional Park kicked off the weekend on Friday with lots of family-oriented activities, including a trade show, face painting and various games.

One of the organizers, gatekeeper Robbi Bagg, said, “It was just friendly overall. I think a lot of people enjoyed it.”

She also commented on how events like these help bring communities together, explaining, “It wasn’t even just people from Craik. There were people from Davidson, from Aylesbury, from everywhere.”

“There was even someone from the States passing through that stopped by,” Bagg added.

Inclement weather halted the activities early in the evening, including the planned fireworks show.

But as quickly as the storm came, organizers were able to convince the Craik and District Lions Club to host the show during their fair on Saturday.

The Lions event was one of the most ambitious in the club’s history. Club members graciously accepted help from beyond their ranks to pull off a day packed with attractions and activities.

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