 One of the expanded venues is the Oasis-sponsored craft fair and
flea market in Scully Park. There, with over 100 booths assigned,
you will find a variety of vendors, many from all over Logan County,
who will set up shop for the weekend.
The market boasts all sorts of items, from handmade doll dresses,
tutu dresses and cedar furniture to antique toothpick holders. There
will be something for everyone to purchase.
Kenneth Hutchinson from Beason will offer handmade cedar pieces
such as tables, yard and porch decorations, and birdhouses. Like
many vendors, he is hoping for great weather so the crowds come out.
The art and balloon fest also provides a place for Hutchinson's
grandchildren to come and spend time watching balloons and enjoying
the atmosphere.
Ivan and Roberta Rademaker are from Emden, but they take pleasure
in the short drive to Lincoln for the flea market. Making furniture
is Mr. Rademaker's retirement hobby. He will offer handmade quilt
racks, kitchen items and other pieces. His wife, Roberta, will sell
her hand-sewn doll clothes. They hope to make lots of sales and just
enjoy all of the downtown festivities.
In her first art and balloon fest, Nicole Stanke of Elkhart will
sell tutus, hair accessories and bottle-cap jewelry. She mentioned
that her tutus are popular among little girls and the young at
heart. Because this is her first time, Ms. Stanke is looking to
build a bigger customer base and have lots of fun.
Kay Constant from Lake Fork always looks forward to the art and
balloon festival. Her booth will offer floral arrangements; some
wood items and several collections, like toothpick holders. Ms.
Constant doesn't do the market for the money; she donates most of
her profits back to the Oasis. She comes to the market to have
family time and to watch the gorgeous balloons.
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This year's art and balloon fest promises to have fun for all
ages. The Oasis market at Scully Park will give everyone a chance to
purchase a memento from local vendors. Anticipation for a good
weekend by the market vendors keeps the excitement
high for the community. Even for first-time vendors, the market is
all about meeting and greeting the citizens of Lincoln, Logan County
and visitors. For those who are returning, the market gives them a
great place to enjoy good food, great music and of course, the
vision of balloons flying over Lincoln.
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Hours for craft fair, flea market and entertainment at Scully
Park:
Friday
- 3-6 p.m. -- Craft fair and flea market
Saturday
Sunday
[By HANNAH MICHALSEN]
See a full list of vendors, merchandise and location:
http://www.lincolndailynews.com/images/ads/
current/ballooncrafters.htm
Full schedule of all activities for the weekend:
http://www.lincolndailynews.com/images/ads/
current/scheduleforballoon.pdf |
