CANCELLED – Welcome to Spring @ Bellingen Community Markets.

Once again we have a bumper market full of wonderful creations, products, fresh and hot/cold food, delicious delicacies, coffee/drinks, services and good people! Bring on the diversity, the sunshine and happy, smiling faces!

As much as the weather man says we have dry days ahead, you know how quickly things change. Either way, we are going ahead and would love you to join us. If it does rain a bit, don’t let it put you off but always be prepared for all weather possibilities and WIND! . The park has dried out and is looking good, ready for our bustling, vibrant presence. The Spring Bellingen Plant Fair was a huge success last Saturday, so much so most of our plant stallholders are not attending this month.

Trust you had a productive and pleasant month, and did all those things you wanted/needed to do. If your going through challenges, hang in there, and trust the right thing will eventuate; don’t fight, just do, confidently, respectfully, calmly. There is already too much angst in our world.

Don’t miss our fabulous music this month with FUNKATU. Local lads, Louie, Dan and Ahva bring you something very funky. In between the band we have the The Chyrsalis School Busking Band, 15 inspiring youth musicians sharing their talents and passion with us all. We look forward to collaborating with the THE ASPECT GROUP – Autism Spectrum Aust who are our community group. They are doing a great job helping kids so lets help them.

Thanks for reading the rest of our newsletter to find out more about this Saturday’s market.

Have a super duper week and see you soon.

Kaz Selbie – Market Manager

FUNKATU

FUNKATU is an original psychedelic, bush funk band who combine an eclectic fusion of reggae, soul, ska and hip-hop into a delightfully delicious explosion of funky goodness guaranteed to get your booty shakin’…

Featuring the unmistakable Aussie song righting of lyricist Louey Howell on drums & didgeridoo, Dan McCoscka on de funky bass, Coastal Dave electric guitar & Ahva dub on synths & jazz bansuri.

FUNKATU are currently promoting the launch of their debut album which will officially drop on the seventh of November!

A great live act. This fresh outfit deliver the goods in style.

On stage from 10am – 2pm

https://www.facebook.com/Funkatu https://www.instagram.com/funkatu_loueyhowell/?hl=en

THE CHYRSALIS SCHOOL BUSKING BAND

An inspiring group of about 15 string players in Years 3 – 5 sing and play strings (violin, viola, cello & double bass), accompanied by their teachers on violin, acoustic guitar and cajon. You might have seen them play outside the IGA and at different community events. The musical group are highly engaging and entertaining! See and hear them performing in front of the main stage at around 11am and 12.30pm.

THE ASPECT GROUP – Autism Spectrum Aust

The Aspect Coffs Harbour School is more than just a school – they are a close-knit, caring community where local students on the autism spectrum are supported to thrive. Their passionate teachers deliver dynamic, personalised learning programs based on the NSW curriculum, adapting lessons to suit each student’s strengths, interests and needs. They believe in building confidence through what students love, and we’re proud to see them grow every day.

As part of Aspect, one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, they offer access to the country’s most extensive autism-specific education program. Working in partnership with families and carers to create a safe, supportive environment, every student can realise their individual potential.

Aspect Coffs Harbour staff and friends will be at the gates this market welcoming you with a smile. Your support will helps them continue this life-changing work and help create a more inclusive, autism-friendly community.

NORTH BELLINGEN FIRE BRIGADE – GET READY WEEKEND

North Bellingen Fire Brigade will be there too with the big fire truck to promote “GET READY WEEKEND”, helping you be prepared for bushfire season coming up. They will be positioned at A gate, so go say hi and find out how to protect you and your family this summer.

STALLHOLDER PROCEDURES

If your a casual stallholder please click here to find out what to do on market day and have a good read our Terms and Conditions .

Following market guidelines, communicating clearly/promptly and being friendly and respectful is expected and so much valued at our market. Your positive attitude has a flow on affect to those around you and makes for a great day, so thanks for cooperating. We want you to have a positive experience and if you don’t, we need to hear about it, so we can make good 🙂 Don’t be shy! All feedback is welcome and will be dealt with fairly and respectfully.

PERMANENTS ENTER 6.15AM

CASUALS ENTER 6.30AM

We have noticed a few stallholders driving to their site and blocking the path while unpacking. We ask you drive into your site if you can, or park very close to it, so other cars can pass. As you know our paths are narrow so you need to move over as much as you can. Also quickly unpack and take car out, then come back to set up. Same goes for the afternoon. We ask you start packing up at 1.30pm, ready to get you vehicle at 2pm so you can load up and depart by 3.30pm latest. Please don’t bring your car in, park on path, and then start packing up. This creates traffic chaos and unnecessary delays and no one wants that. Please help us to make set up and pack down a smooth transition by following above. Many thanks for your understanding.

Lastly but not leastly, please…..

Remember no DOGS at our market.

Don’t smoke within the park and if you need a puff, go outside of the market.

Avoid burning incense or candles, as your neighbouring stallholders may find it hard to ingest.

click here to find out what else to do on market day

Thanks for your kind consideration.