Local artisan Vernon Blanchard, centre, offered his handmade toques for sale during Arthur’s third annual Outdoor Christmas Market on Nov. 25. From left, Gabriel Balch, Blanchard and Bill Balch were on hand to show off their colourful hats. Photos by Sue HogenkampThe third annual Outdoor Christmas Market was held here Nov. 25 and provided the perfect family outing for Sam Bibby, Kaitlin Coffey and reindeer-in-training, Tessa Bibby. The sweet treats on offer by Tim and Ryan Koechl of Country Road Freeze Dried Foods were a popular choice.A bake sale and gingerbread house contest was held at the St. John Parish Hall. From left: Lynn Rawlins, Bev Raftis, Kristen Goetz and Mary Jo Marshall of the St. John Catholic Women’s League were among 11 vendors offering homemade treats for sale. Donations to the food bank were collected.Santa has his eye on some festive beverages from Silver Fox Distillery during Arthur’s Outdoor Christmas Market on Saturday.
