LITTLE ELLA KENT was in awe of Donna Carlstrom of Lynnfield as she spun sheep’s wool at Festival by the Lake on Saturday. Ella was accompanied by her father Jeff Kent of Wakefield.(Gail Lowe Photo)
Published in the June 12, 2017 edition.
By GAIL LOWE
WAKEFIELD — Festival by the Lake, an annual event in Wakefield, drew hundreds — if not thousands — of people to the Lower Common on Saturday, June 10. The weather could not have been better. Temperatures hovered in the mid-80s and a good breeze was blowing to keep things cool.
Organizer Joseph Harrington said that 150 crafters — 30 more than in 2016 — were on hand to sell their handmade goods.
Shoppers from inside and outside of Wakefield found all kinds of crafts for sale — from wind chimes and jewelry to soap and tote bags and everything in between. Furniture crafting and wool spinning were also featured demonstrations.
A number of non-profit organizations were represented, including the Beebe Library, Wakefield Interfaith Food Pantry, Mission of Deeds, Hallmark Health, Wakefield Farmers Market, Wakefield Alliance Against Violence, Wakefield’s Independence Day Parade and First Parish Congregational Church, among others.
Harrington said that proceeds from the event will be used to continue work on the fence surrounding the Veterans Memorial Common, the fountain near The Hiker and the Bandstand on the Lower Common.
The event included the sale of hamburgers and hot dogs, slush and cold drinks; music by Audie Bridges, Zachary Bridges and Curtis Doo; a Roaming Train, bouncy house and a photo booth.
