Welcome To Joey's Easter Fair March 28 9am-3pm

Say Tuition - Sponsors Face Painting

2010-03-25T18:50:00.003+10:00

Sarah Yates - Learning and Development Manager Say Tuition has kindly sponsored the Face Painting at the Fair. Sarah has hired a couple of you beaut face painters to paint the childrens faces and at the same time we will ask for a gold coin donation for the artwork!

Please have a chat to Sarah and her staff if you have any questions about Say Tution.

Popcorn Stall Roster.

2010-03-24T23:09:00.005+10:00

Hi all,

Here's the current roster for Sunday.

Please contact me if you can help man the stall at the remaining times.

Thanks,
Chris

Teachers Spinning Wheel - $2

2010-03-23T21:48:00.006+10:00

The Teachers Spinning Wheel Prizes are AMAZING - Movie Packs, Easter Egg Packs, Meat Trays, Picnic Hampers , Dad's Beer pack, Wines , Mums Papmer Packs, Kids Toy Pack, Sports Packs and even a Soloturn Holiday to be won.

Don't forget to bring along all of your loose change and have a go - 20 spins -only 100 tickets per spin - good chances - you need to be in it to win it.

Only a Few More Sleeps

2010-03-21T12:49:00.005+10:00

Time to get excited and to spread the word!

Also a good idea to offer a few prayers for a fine day. Apparently if you stand a statue of St Joseph on his head that has some effect - unsure if this has been ratified by the vatican so the blog will not be held liable.

This week all families will be given 10 flyers to distribute to friends, family and neighbours. The more the merrier. Remember rain or shine, a profit of pounds or pennies, it will be a chance to get together and enjoy a fun day together.

The Cox Family Jumps On Board

2010-03-21T12:27:00.003+10:00

A late email from Keiran Cox (Phoebe and Liam's dad) asking if he has missed the sponsorship boat. Liz's answer was an emphatic 'No, the boat is still afloat and tied to the dock!'. Good on you Keiran, thanks to you, the Supa Swing will swing unencumbered by the cost of hiring. Wheeeeeeee!

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Convenors who need a hand!

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Cakes - Decorate Saturday afternoon and serve on the day
Claire Rush
rush_claire@hotmail.com

Popcorn - Pop and serves on the day
Chris & Glenda Hawley
cghawley@gmail.com

Hot Donuts - Cook and serve on the day
Anne White 0409 768 149
anne34@tpg.com.au

Coffee Shop - Bake and help on the day
Bess Howard
3367 3818
0409 759 539
elizabeth.howard@ymail.com

Julia Horton
0417 324 383
julia_ed@bigpond.net.au

Easter Gift Shop - Help supervise the Easter Craft on the day
Kym Tually (Matthews)
0419 778 821
moochy@bigpond.net.au

Anna Harley

Anna_Harley@bigpond.com

Logistics - Take tents back to schools/local businesses Monday 29th March

Liz Guy

0412 789 608

elizabethguy@optusnet.com.au

Face Painting - Paint Happy Faces for an hour or so on the day!

Liz Guy

elizabethguy@optusnet.com.au

Face painting - every wanted to have a go!

2010-03-14T14:04:00.003+10:00

Let's create a carnival atmosphere - the children love to have their faces painted.

Any budding artist can apply - it does wash off! Water and face paint supplied.

A couple of hours will do! Please contact Liz

Donuts need helpers + use of a commercial mixer

2010-03-14T13:46:00.009+10:00

HELP! - The Parish Donut dough mixer is broken and we need to source one to use at the fair. Does anyone have one stored away in the garage or are we able to use one at your business?

We could do all mixing early so could do under strick supervision!

Tried to hire one - no luck as yet - if we can't get one the donut boys and girls will have soulders like Shane Webcke from hand mixing all day! If you can help us solve this problem please contact Anne White or Liz Guy

Anne also needs more helper for the day - if you are not on a roster and would like to help make and sell donuts please call Anne. anne34@tpg.com.au

Teachers Spinning Wheel Prizes - Needed

2010-03-14T13:37:00.005+10:00

If you can donate prizes for the Teachers Spinning Wheel - time is running out.

No Teachers Tipple this year - they are spinning the wheel.

We are still in need of vouchers for restautants, bottles of wine, nicks and nacks suitable to be put into a box or basket and be put up as a prize for the spinning wheel.

Please drop off any suitable prizes to Jan in the office by Friday - please let her know if you would like acknowledgement from the MC on the day.

Further infomtaion please contact Liz

Our Entertainment is Covered!

2010-03-13T20:15:00.009+10:00

A generous donation from "The Bardon Market" and the Walker Family has ensured that our entertainment from Gerrianne Rudd is covered for the afternoon. Thanks to all involved with the Market and don't forget to support them every 4th Saturday of the Month.

Another very generous St Joey's Family has sponsored the Gecko Wildlife Show at 2pm.

There are still some sponsorships available if you are interested.
Please contact Liz

A big Thanks you to the Gett Family ( Ellen in year 1B) $200 donation towards our costs !

We really appreciate your kind donation. And thank you.

Tag Your Bag

2010-03-12T11:30:00.004+10:00

Something new this year - customised Joey's bag tags - insert a card with your kids' going-home schedule:

Monday-roundabout

Tuesday-roundabout

Wednesday-chess

Thursday-walking school bus

Friday-waling school bus

The tags look great - thanks to past parent Janet Demel - now in Sydney, and the hard work of current parent Erin Hancock. The tags will sell from about $6 and will be available at the Easter Gifts stall.

We need some help re organising printers and securing best possible prices - if anyone can help with this, please contact Kate or Liz.

On The Edge

2010-03-12T11:10:00.003+10:00

Big big big thank you to Cutting Edge - one of Australia's leading production and post production facilities. From their jaw-dropping base at West End, the team at Cutting Edge creates some of the finest advertising, animation and short and long form television you'll see anywhere. Have a look at their website at www.cuttingedge.com.au to see what they do and how well they do it. Matt Lawson (dad of Will and Jacob) helps every year with organising the audio visual equipment that contributes so hugely to making the fair what it is - a lively, colourful, entertaining celebration. As well as the kit, Matt brings along Bob who actually knows how to set it up and get it to work! Thanks Matt and Cutting Edge once again.

Fair Photos R Us! - A picture is worth a few $$$$'s

2010-03-11T21:10:00.007+10:00

Get your photo with the Easter Bunny / On the Rides / At the Animal Farm / Out and about at the Fair. Our flashing photographer Alan Hamilton ( Simonas' Dad Yr4) will once again be out and about snapping those photos for us. This year we will have them available for a very small price with proceeds going to the school.

Please see the slideshow adjacent for some of the great photos he has taken at previous St Joey's Fairs.

If you would like a special family photo all coming down the slide or eating donuts that can also be arranged.

Schduled photo times will be published on the blog shortly and announced by the MC on the day.

St Joeys' Fair Handball Tournament 2010

2010-03-08T21:34:00.002+10:00

Open to all - 2 levels
Grade 2's and under who will get to play for 1-2mins!
Grade 3's and above "out" principle applies!
50 cents entry fee.
School rules not international Olympic version (for those die-hards who know the difference>
Have your name in lights on the "wall of fame" for players who stay in for more than 3 rallies.

Melissa & Justin Boyle are going to run this competition from 1pm 2pm at the Fair this year.

If you can assist on the day they would love to hear from you - the kids will be very keen to enter as it is a popular pastime at St Joey's. justin_melissa@optusnet.com.au

Solothurn Resort weekend away for the family - pack those bags

2010-03-06T13:48:00.007+10:00

This is going to be one of the fantastic prizes you can win at the Teachers Spinning Wheel.

Kindly donated by

Anna & Richard Hood

Solothurn Rural Resort

366 Reesville Road Maleny

Website: http://www.solothurnresort.com.au/

More great prizes to be revealed soon.

Ready to POP!!!

2010-03-06T13:06:00.006+10:00

Chris & Glenda Hawley need helpers for the

"Joeys' Popcorn Stand".

On the job training given - you will love that popcorn theatre aroma.

Please email Chris if you can assist with a shift on the day.

cghawley@gmail.com

Floss n Flowers need help!

2010-03-05T17:11:00.001+10:00

The Floss N Flower girls are now calling for any volunteers to help with running the stall on the day. Fairy Floss, Easter flowers, rock candy lollipops and mixed lolly bags for the kids will be on sale. You will get to wear a candy pink apron and learn the invaluable art of making fairy floss!!

Any help would be muchly appreciated. If you are able to give us one hour of your time between 9am and 3pm could you please contact Catherine Myers (catherine.myers@optusnet.com.au).

More Silver & Gold Sponsorships for the Fair

2010-03-05T16:37:00.009+10:00

A big thank you to the Forrest Family - Jude Yr 3 and Sean Yr 1 for their generous $250 Silver sponsorship.

Gold sponsorship - Rosalie Dental

Suite 7, Rosalie Village
165 Baroona Road
Paddington, QLD 4064
TEL (07) 3369 5711 I FAX (07) 3369 9730

Thank you to Matthew and Trudy Pulvirenti who have Lola in 2LV and Luca in Prep L for their contribution to the big day.

Remember to support businesses who help our St Joeys' community!

St Joeys' Bears - to be raffled at the Fair

2010-03-04T21:28:00.005+10:00

Joseph and Josephine (large signature bears) will be raffled in the gift shop at the Fair.

Tickets will be $1 each for a chance to win one of these beautiful unique St Joeys' Bears in school uniform!

Soon to make an appearance in the Library.

PS Caitlin and Bella are not included in the prize.

“Beautiful Bakes” Bids You Bake Big

2010-03-03T17:59:00.003+10:00

Not long to go now so - “Beautiful Bakes” Cake Stall is gearing up for a bountiful array of wares from all you wonderful cooks! Thank you in anticipation of your scrumptious creations!

All families should receive one cake box in the next two weeks. If not, please check with your eldest’s class teacher or collect one from the office. If you will be unable to fill the box(can’t bake/no time), please return to the office as soon as possible.
Please bake a suitable scrumptious item, place in the box and return it on Saturday if possible, to 37 The Drive, Bardon so that it can priced ready for the fair.
If cooking is not your thing, you could donate eggs, caster sugar, or unsalted butter (or money for ingredients) for our passionate cooks to use. Please bring in asap!
There is no class decorating competition this year. BUT all children are welcome to decorate the family box and we will announce ONE WINNER - chosen from all boxes decorated.
We are offer an icing/decorating service for cakes and patty cakes. So if decorating is not your forte or time is short, send any un-iced cakes and patty cakes to us on Saturday morning, and we’ll do the rest. You can also assist by helping package bakes on Saturday, or manning our stall on Fair Day.
“Beautiful Bakes” welcomes you all . Call us. Happy baking and decorating. Claire Rush

claire@hotmail.com

Soft drinks and bottled water donations needed

2010-03-02T21:06:00.005+10:00

Everyone needs a cold drink on a hot afternoon, and with this years fair being held earlier this year, we are expecting high temperatures and even higher demand at the soft drinks stall.
So I am looking for donations of soft drinks, poppers and bottled water from school families.
Please either drop off your donations of drinks to Mrs Rose’s 3R classroom (the first classroom you pass as you go up the walkway from the roundabout/Cecil Road entrance) or contact me at jimbhunter@me.com or on 0408 200 181 and I will come and collect them from your place!
Many thanks to those families who have already donated, and to those who have volunteered (or been volunteered) to help at the stall on fair day.

The Lucky Money Tree is back!

2010-03-01T16:48:00.005+10:00

Due to its popularity last year, we will be raffling another lucky tree covered in instant scratchies (and a couple of little easter suprises too). Not only will the winner take a lovely potted tree away for their home - but they have the chance to be extra lucky and scratch themselves a fortune! Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5 and are available at the library leading up to the Fair. Tickets will also be sold on the day.

If you would like to assist selling tickets on the day please contact our Lucky Green Thumb Anna Oakhill annaoakhill@optusnet.com.au

"Kids Cafe " its back for 2010

2010-02-27T11:43:00.007+10:00

The Kids Cafe will be serving hot chips, nuggets and sauce to little kids and big kids this year at the fair. Suzie and Tom Meehan and a fast frying group of parents will man the vats!

A huge thanks you to the Brisbane Broncos who have once again sponsored this stall and have made a significant contribution to stock the stall with chips and nuggets.

GO THE BRONCOS IN 2010!

Floss n Flowers

2010-02-26T20:46:00.006+10:00

Our Fairy Floss Princesses are going to be serving up pink floss to our children all day at the Fair. While the Dads will be purchasing "Fresh Easter Flowers" for the Mums.

Lisa Quinn, Kerry Allesandra and Catherine Myers would love to hear from you if you have any fresh flower contacts. lisa_richard@yahoo.com or mgandkl@optusnet.com.au or catherine.myers@optusnet.com.au

Price Check!!! Soft Drinks & Water

2010-02-26T20:16:00.004+10:00

We will shortly be looking for donations of soft drinks, poppers and water for the Fair. Jim Hunter is our " Big Softie" this year and will soon put a call out for stock and reveal the drop off zone .

In the meantime - Today at one of the big retailers (starts with a W!) there were some amazing special on the fuzzy stuff . So if you want to get the earlybird specials now could be a good time.

2010-02-25T21:08:00.010+10:00

How would you like your very own, exclusive parking space, front and centre, right outside Bardon House - for the rest of the school year? Yes, it's the GOLDEN CAR SPACE and for $5 the chance to have your name on it could be yours. Seriously. Mrs Flynn and the teachers have very generously offered one of their spaces to the lucky winner of this raffle and we are very grateful - as will the lucky winner be! Tickets will go on sale mid-next week at school and will be available at the Fair. Stay tuned for more details and spread the word!

Don't Be A Meanie, Help Sell A Panini!

2010-02-25T20:57:00.005+10:00

Okay, that headline was pretty ordinary but there's nothing tasteless about paninis. Filled with tasty, fresh Italian ingredients, they are a breeze to make and easy to sell. Donna McHugh and Lina Giacoboni are looking for helpers on the day - an hour or two would be great. The more, the merrier - and the shorter shifts for all. Contact either Lina on 0412 186 411 or

Donna on 0412 140 290 or email donna.mchugh@optusnet.com.au

Nice Buns!

2010-02-25T20:51:00.004+10:00

Trish Davis and Sue Donovan are our Hot Cross Bunnies (are they cross? They always seem so friendly). All families will be able to order their buns at the fair for collection on Holy Thursday, as well as being able to enjoy one with a coffee on the day. Mmmmmmmmm. Watch this space for more info.

A Hole Lotta Love

2010-02-25T18:29:00.005+10:00

Anne White (mum of Rory) is no nut - she knows what will make a heap of D'oh! But she needs helpers. It's easy and it's fun and the perks are excellent. On the job training provided and taste-testing responsibilities are assured. The more helpers, the shorter the shifts will be, and won't the kids love you? Contact Anne at anne34@tpg.com.au

Let's Get Those Bacon & Egg Rolls Rolling

2010-02-25T08:12:00.006+10:00

Has anyone got any contacts with purveyors of either bacon or eggs or both? We are looking for mates rates here - not freebies. As the fair is early this year, straight after 8am Mass, we are thinking a soft roll stuffed with a freshly fried egg and crispy bacon with a Merlo coffee will have some appeal! Please contact Denise Christensen at mdchristensen@optusnet.com.au if you have any contacts. Mrs Lamb - any chance of ramping up production in the Joey's hen-house?

2010-02-23T19:56:00.004+10:00

Calling all crafters!!

Creativity is urgently needed for this year's gift and craft stall at the Easter Fair! If you (or Nanna or Aunty Dot) have any hidden talents and can crochet a toilet doll or macrame a coffee cup - we need your talents!!

The gift stall is in desperate need for some home made things to sell at the Fair. A School Fair is just not right without some padded coat-hangers and some toilet dollies so please do your best to help us source these goodies.

If you are in no way crafty (like us!), parent power is also needed to sell on the stall at the Fair and/or supervise kiddy craft workshops. We will have some fun easter activities for kids to do on the day or to take home to do later.

If you can help with a donation of crafty goodies or a donation of your time at the stall, please give Anna or Kim a call or drop us an email.

Contact details

Anna Harley 0405 634 736

Kim Tually 0419778821

Book collection point - School Library

2010-02-21T14:30:00.005+10:00

It is now time to bring out any of your 2nd hand books you want to donate to the "Book Stall."
Good quality adult and children's books and magazines suitable to be sold at our Fair can be dropped off at the Library. Mrs Maitland and Mrs Carroll will be happy to take them off your hands.

Amanda Moss (Isobella and Graces' Mum ) will be dusting them off and pricing so if you can help her out please contact her on amossbrisbane@yahoo.com.au

Our own iceman

2010-02-21T11:45:00.005+10:00

Michael McDonald (Lachlan & Jetts' Dad) has taken on the "ice challenge" and will be making sure the cold food is cold and the drinks are icy! With over 50 x 10kg bags to purchase he will be looking like this by the end of the day.

Once again if you can get us mates rates we would love to hear from you.
Thanks Michael

What A Treasure

2010-02-21T10:52:00.004+10:00

Thanks to Qld Treasurer and local MP Andrew Fraser for his donation of $100 and the use of marquees. Andrew has been a longtime supporter of the fair and we appreciate his contribution enormously.

Ride Sponorship - Thank you to the Wakefield Family (Brianna Yr 3)

2010-02-21T10:39:00.006+10:00

A big thanks to the Wakefield Family who have donated $$'s toward a ride sponsorship. Your support is always appreciated.

Families who don't have the time to bake and make and assist with the running of the fair often help out by sponsoring or part sponsoring a ride. The support this year has been overwhelming and we only have 2 rides left. Supa Swing Chair Ride ($965) or the ABC Fun Factory($945). Please contact Liz for further information.

It is going to be hot - We need lots of shade!

2010-02-20T15:36:00.008+10:00

STOP PRESS - WE NOW HAVE ENOUGH SHADE TO SHELTER A SMALL AFRICAN COUNRTY - ALL WE NEED ARE HELPING HANDS TO HELP PUT UP/ PICK UP/DROP OFF

We are needing many shady places for you to sit and enjoy the hours of entertainment we have scheduled. It will be hotter than usual so.....

If you have access to easy pop up tents/marquees and we are able to

borrow it/them for the day we would love to hear from you.

Happy to promote your business/corporation .

Please contact Liz Guy - elizabethguy@optusnet.com.au

A Ticket To Ride!

2010-02-19T19:31:00.006+10:00

Would love to help but don't have a lot of time? Sign up to sell ride tickets on the day. We have 1 hour time slots starting at 9.15am through until 2.15pm. Contact Natalie Hunt at natjhunt@gmail.com if you would like to help.

Welcome Back!

2010-02-19T08:47:00.003+10:00

Architects Fairweather Proberts are back on board as Gold Sponsors. This is great news and we thank them as always for their generousity. To find out more about them and their work, visit www.fairweatherproberts.com.au

Our Fair Ladies

2010-02-19T08:29:00.003+10:00

We're excited to announce that Leisa Roles and Kristin Devitt are on board as our MCs for the day. They are professional! They are glamorous! They are mums at our school! Let's give it up for them (cue deafening applause).

Surf's Up

2010-02-18T15:10:00.004+10:00

The mechanical surfboard will be back in 2010, thanks to the Wu family (Jasmine Prep L) for providing sponsorship. If you've always wanted to surf, but the idea of sharks, other surfers, and water puts you off, this is the ride for you.

Gonna Be A Good Day

2010-02-17T22:22:00.002+10:00

We're Jumping For Joy!

2010-02-17T20:31:00.005+10:00

All because Cule Constructions have offered to sponsor the massive Bounce'N'Fun Activity Castle. This attraction is for the 2-8 year olds - thanks to the family of Gabrielle Cule (1T).

Let's go for a ride

2010-02-17T16:30:00.005+10:00

Ride Wrist Band order forms are on their way!
Coming to your childs school bag soon - the discount Pre Order Forms.
Save 20%. 8 Incredible rides for 5 hours of fun. Only $20

Nothing To Do With The Fair, Just Funny

2010-02-16T15:33:00.000+10:00

Canvassing Works Of Art

2010-02-15T21:50:00.003+10:00

Everyone at Joeys is invited to participate in an exciting new addition to the fair. The Easter Art Show is an opportunity for everyone feeling a little creative to produce a wonderful piece of ART of their own design AND display it.

There are no limitations to what you create..........be as adventurous as you wish to be........paint, draw, collage, scrapbooking techniques etc etc etc. It can be a family affair OR an individual project. Canvases will be sent home in week five and will need to be returned by Friday 12 March (please, if you don't wish to participate, return the canvas to the office).

The canvases will be displayed as part of the Coffee Shop area and will be available to buy at the Fair (you may reserve your own if you are worried yours might be snapped up by the Guggengheim). More info? Contact Sara Wenck at sjwenck@mac.com

Kids For The Kids

2010-02-15T19:07:00.004+10:00

Lambs, chicks, piglets and ducklings too! The Baby Animal Farm is something new this year and perfectly timed for Easter (unsure at this point if bunnies are included, but watch this space). Children and adults will be able to get up close and personal with the gorgeous little animals - an experience that will be a highlight of the day. The Farm is being generously sponsored by The Cole Family (Ella, 1T).

What's It All For?

2010-02-15T11:42:00.003+10:00

This is a very understandable question and one you may well find yourself asking when you are making your 9th batch of coconut ice.

St Joseph's is a beautiful and well resourced school - for that we can thank the generations of parents and friends who have gone before us. The playgrounds, library books, fridges, air conditioning ... the list goes on. This year will be a big year in terms of building and expansion. At the end of the year there will be three new classrooms to fit out and furnish. As anyone who has built or renovated knows, so often the 'extras' are not included in the building. Things like furniture, whiteboards, shelves, fridges are paid for by the P&F. Each room will cost about $20,000 to outfit. We are hopeful the money raised at the fair will contribute to these costs. If you want to know more about the P&F, what they do and how it all works, everyone is welome to attend the monthly meeting - every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm

What Goes Around ...

2010-02-15T11:25:00.004+10:00

The Daveson Family is again sponsoring the Ferris Wheel. Their generousity is much appreciated - without their support the fair would never reach such heights.

Thanks Geraldine!

2010-02-15T11:21:00.003+10:00

Local councillor Geraldine Knapp of The Gap ward office is a great friend to our school and a longtime supporter of our fair. This year she has offered us use of her marquees (big saving on rental) as well as a $100 donation. Geraldine is a familiar face on fair day so if you see her, say g'day.

Flying High With Brisbane Airport Corporation

2010-02-15T11:14:00.002+10:00

Brisbane Airport Corporation have always been generous supporters of our fair and many other community events. This year is no different and we thank them for their silver sponsorship.

Found! A Sponsor In Property Searchers

2010-02-15T11:05:00.004+10:00

Property Searchers are on board again as a gold sponsor. A residential and commercial buyers agent, Property Searchers offers a professional, personalised and confidential service which takes the (considerable) stress out of buying property. And they are terrific people. Visit their website at propertysearchers.com.au.

Can't Sing? Can You Sponsor Someone Who Can?

2010-02-15T10:58:00.003+10:00

Gerrianne Rudd is a wonderful local singer who entertains children and adults with style and fun. Anyone who was at the Walker family's Walk In The Park fundraiser for their son George last year would have enjoyed her wonderful music. This year we'd like to have Gerianne perform at our fair she is available and has offered us the discounted rate of $200. Would anyone like to take this on as a sponsorship? It will bring so much atmosphere to the day - contact Liz if you can help - or sing.

Mad Hatters Rides Again

2010-02-15T10:47:00.002+10:00

Thank you to Lynette and Alfred Chung who are generously sponsoring the Mad Hatters Tea Party Ride.

The Slippery Slope To Fun

2010-02-15T10:34:00.004+10:00

Thank you to George Hopkins and Rachel Moore, parents of Kitty (Yr2) and Charlie (Prep) who are sponsoring the superslide again. This ride is always extremely popular - sometimes the kids even get a go.

Two Crafty!

2010-02-15T10:19:00.006+10:00

Year Two parents Kim Tually (Mollie Matthews) and Anna Harley (Caitlin) have taken on the Easter gifts stall and their ideas are multiplying like rabbits. It will be a great stall, with an egg decorating competition, Easter craft workshops for the kids as well as a range of gifts to buy for family and friends.

Helpers for this stall (both to sell gifts and to supervise craft activities) are being keenly sought. If you can help for even a little while, please contact Kim at moochy@bigpond.net.au

The stall will be lots of fun and plenty of helpers will mean short shifts for everyone! Hop to it!

Wake Up And Smell The Merlo!

2010-02-15T10:10:00.009+10:00

James Wilkinson and family are very generously getting right behind the Fair by supplying Merlo coffee machines, coffee, cups and even a professional barista to ensure everyone enjoys seriously goof coffee on the day. It's an early start this year (9am) so this is a wonderful sponsorship - coffee lovers throughout Bardon and beyond are very grateful.

Teachers Take Charge of the Wheel

2010-02-13T17:18:00.004+10:00

Our wonderful teachers at St Joey's this year will man the "Chocolate Wheel" at our Easter Fair.

Everyone can win prizes such as Meat Trays, Seafood Platters, Baskets of Easter Eggs , Teachers Tipple, Gift Baskets, Gourmet Groceries, Cosmetic Baskets and much much more - just in time for Easter.

Come and buy a ticket or two from your favourite teacher

Well done St Joey's Staff - we love you!

Fairy Floss Queens

2010-02-12T18:14:00.005+10:00

We now have 3 beautiful Fairy Floss Queens for 2010. Thanks to Lisa Quinn, Catherine Myers and Kerry Allesandra Floss Volunteers. These girls will be up to their elbows in pink stuff all day and the children will be delighted!

Now to source a good fairy floss machine - does anyone have any contacts or recommendations?

Thank You Arch!

2010-02-11T17:25:00.002+10:00

Arch Bevis MP, Federal Member for Brisbane has always supported the Joeys Fair. This year he is kindly donating a gift basket as a prize on our chocolate wheel. His support is always appreciated.

Let Josh and Nat Take You For A Ride

2010-02-11T17:18:00.005+10:00

The Hunts (Tom, Will and Sam's mum and dad) have put their hand up to organise the rides - this is such an important job as it's arguably what the kids look forward to the most. Not meaning to generalize, of course. Thanks Josh and Nat, we salute you every time we are stuck in the Cecil Rd traffic.

Please note: pic indicative only.

Bring Out Your Books!

2010-02-11T13:35:00.004+10:00

Finished reading the books Santa brought you? Box them up for the second hand book stall. Quality fiction, non fiction, childrens books and magazines are keenly sought. Maria Tobin and Amanda Moss are running the stall. Contact Maria on liamandmaria@bigpond.com if you want to see if she'll take your old copy of The Thorn Birds ....

Lob A Choc Is Back

2010-02-11T13:26:00.002+10:00

Toss a coin, win some Cadbury's. Good simple Fair fun. Thanks Cathy Roach for taking this on.

Hot Cross Bunny?

2010-02-11T13:21:00.003+10:00

The time of year makes the sale of hot cross buns a a sure bet. We're thinking that we could run a 'hot cross bun' drive, of sorts where families can order ahead, collect on the day or buy and munch at the fair! If you have any experience with this kind of thing - or have contacts with a friendly baker, please contact Liz. The subject of HCBs is a divisive one - what do you think of the chocolate variety? Or are you a fruit'n'peel purist ... post your comment here - you can do it anonymously!

Fairies For The Floss?

2010-02-11T13:17:00.002+10:00

A couple of volunteers are needed to man (fairy?) the Fairy Floss stall. Wings and wand optional. Contact Liz.

Boiiiing Boiiing

2010-02-10T20:17:00.002+10:00

Thanks to the McCarthy family - Kristin Devitt, Keiran, Louisa Year 2 and Emmeline Year 1 for their sponsorship the bunny suit. Let's hope for a fine (coolish) day!

Be the Bunny Volunteer - Handing out Easter Eggs!

2010-02-10T17:41:00.004+10:00

Phillipa Ross has investigated "Bunnies" for us! Thanks Phillipa - We can hire this costume for $80 with $40 deposit - and have our own Easter Bunny handing out eggs just after the Easter Bonnet Parade.

Any thoughts on who we could get to be the BUNNY!

If any Business or Family would like to sponsor - would love to hear from you!

Popcorn - People

2010-02-09T16:25:00.005+10:00

The Popcorn stall will be convened by Glenda and Chris Hawley.

We need to source a good popcorn machine supplier

Popcorn - People

2010-02-09T16:25:00.003+10:00

The Popcorn stall will be convened by Glenda and Chris Hawley.
They will need a few helpers throughout the day/
We need to source a good popcorn machine supplier with all of the supplies!
Has anyone had any experience?

A Big Softie

2010-02-08T21:12:00.002+10:00

This year's fete is my first foray into stall management, and I am hoping that the soft drink stall will be a big success. I have already started recruiting helpers for shifts throughout the day, and will be advertising for donated soft drinks, juices and bottled water very soon.

Fair Planning Meeting

2010-02-08T20:58:00.003+10:00

Every Friday afternoon until the Fair 2.15pm – 3.00pm outside St Joey's Library. Everyone welcome to pass by anytime to assist with new suggestions, ideas and planning. We may even have a job for you! Informal.

Pizzas Make Way For Paninis

2010-02-08T20:31:00.001+10:00

Pizza queens Lina Giacoboni and Donna McHugh reckon paninis may be a better bet than pizzas this year. The warmer weather and shorter hours mean it's hard to justify the time and money ovens involve so are suggesting paninis loaded with fresh Italian ingredients. They were a big hit at last year's Italian Piazza Day. Any ideas for a name for the stall?

Fair Go! We're online

2010-02-07T20:56:00.000+10:00

Lets see how this goes! Liz thought a blog might be a fun way to keep everybody up to speed with what's happening at the Fair. As the weeks fly by, printed notices won't keep up with the pace everyone is moving at, but this blog might! We can use the school email list to let people know when they might want to log on, but we'll keep this to a minimum as no one likes an overflowing inbox. All convenors will have permission to post whatever they like - it's easy enough to do, but if you have any problems, just ask me - my email is katehunter@me.com