Published in The BANAR November 2002 by Caroline Harris-McDonald An environmental committee of the Blackburn Community Association is now up and running. A variety of activities are planned including: Environmental evenings focusing on such issues as energy efficiency. Hopefully scheduled for November so keep an
Published in The BANAR September 2002 A Local Event That Defines Community by Paul Graham Wind, rain and more wind did not stop the 31st Annual Fun Fair from taking place. The traditional parade, Dunk Bozo, midway, pet judging and home show were all well
Published in The BANAR June 2002 by Barb Sweazey Avery enthusiastic group of 106 Blackburn residents helped to cleanup the neighbourhood on Saturday, April 27th. Interestingly, because of the hard work from last year and recent clean-up efforts of the local schools and the City,
Published in The BANAR June 2002 Sunday, June 23rd, rain or shine, the 5th Blackburn Hamlet Garden Tour is set to go. Ten enthusiastic gardeners here in Blackburn have v o l u n t e e red to open their gardens for viewing, answer
Published in The BANAR April 2002 by Barbara Sweazey A morning of “green learning” is scheduled for the first Saturday in April. A highly competent panel of speakers has graciously agreed to share their knowledge, concerns and suggestions on a variety of environmental issues with
Published in The BANAR April 2002 Youth Dances The youth dances continue to be a great success! Although the dances at the Cyrville Community Centre were cancelled because of poor attendance, the Blackburn dances have increased to four Fridays per month. The third Friday of
