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The Hilltop Guild’s annual Bazaar in August raised more than $17,000 for scholarships and continued upkeep of the historic Kelley House and Bunce School Museum in Allenspark.
Thank you to the estimated 800 people who attended — and to all who worked the Bazaar, especially co-chairs Barbara Swanson and Karen McKnight. Guild members showcased their crafts and weaving, while people lined up to buy White Elephant and Country Kitchen items and browse vendor booths. When it was time to take a break, people enjoyed a grilled brat meal while listening to the music of Reckless Ramblers, Restless Spirit, and Three Moose Morning.
“It all came together thanks to the hard work of our bazaar committees, Guild members, talented
artists, and community volunteers who helped set up and tear down the event,” said President Susan Steele.
“We raised more than $17,000 at the Bazaar, and much of it will go toward scholarships for local high school
students to help them with their college expenses,” she said. “And a big shout-out to our members who made
amazing handmade items, delicious baked goods, and tasty jellies.”
If you had fun at the Bazaar, be sure to come to Hilltop Guild’s free Fall Festival on Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A homemade chili lunch will be served beginning at 11 a.m. For $10 you will get chili, cornbread, chips and a drink. And a smile.
The Boutique will be open, too, inside Kelley House and the White Elephant also will be open. More than six beautiful large quilts will be for sale, new and vintage, many made by our in-house quilter, Diana Boulter. Children-sized quilts also will be available, perfect for a holiday gift. The Loom Room features popular shoe laces (they don’t come loose!) and weavings of myriad styles and uses.
“The Fall Festival at the Hilltop Guild is a popular stop on the Peak to Peak Highway,” added Steele. “The Fall colors should be beautiful. And remember, the holiday season is right around the corner.”
The Guild is located at 18720 State Highway 7. The free Bunce School Museum, which will be open on Sept. 20, is just a short walk from the Kelley House, at 24 Bunce School Road.
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