By Mark Squibb
There are still a couple of weeks of summer left, but as of the most recent public meeting, the Town of Bay Bulls has already approved two fun fall events.
Council approved the release of $550 to support the Lifestyle Centre’s back-to-school bash scheduled for Friday, September 5 at the Memorial Park across from the Town Hall. Staff will provide further assistance if needed.
Town Manager Ashley Wakeham said the centre held the inaugural event last year as a means to celebrate the end of summer and the start of a new school year. Last year’s event came complete with a bonfire and fireworks. Given the current risk of wildfires, there will be no bonfire or fireworks this year, but there will still be live music, a BBQ, face painting, popcorn and cotton candy.
Council also greenlit the annual Trunk-Or-Treat event, which will be held October 25 at the Lifestyle Centre.
The Town has budgeted $1,000 for the event, during which businesses, organizations, and individuals serve candy to trick-or-treaters from their car trunks.
Mayor Keith O’Driscoll and Deputy Mayor Jason O’Brien both said the event is well-attended year-over-year.
Wakeham added that in recent years, local businesses that haven’t been a part of the fun have been reaching out about getting involved.
