Organizers couldnB次元官网网址檛 be happier for a return to the way things were that has made the Sooke Fall Fair such a popular event for the past 109 years.

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While kitchen crafts, flowers and produce and needle-craft are always big draws, McDonald said the photography exhibitsB次元官网网址� popularity continues to grow.

The junior section which includes the Lego display and a variety of childrenB次元官网网址檚 crafts, receives a lot of attention, she noted.

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Other events include the Great Sookeini Race, pancake breakfast, pet parade, auction of selected fall fair entries, games, entertainment, and food concession.

There is still time to enter non-perishable items for judging, with a late entry charge of $2 per item. Check out the catalogue at sookefallfair.ca for details and a look at the full schedule and events.

The Sooke Fall Fair takes place on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sunday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Sooke Community Hall at 2037 Shields Rd.

The loss of eight long-time pioneer volunteers during the past few years has posed a challenge for organizers.

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Anyone interested in lending a hand can email sookefallfair@gmail.comor call McDonald at 250-642-4110.

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