The Big Block Party in Barriere exceeded all expectations according to organizers Charlie Kibble and Ashley Wohlgemuth. They report the “by-donation” event brought in an estimated 500 plus attendees, 40 vendor booths, and multiple sponsors and supporters. The Clearwater Secondary School Garage Band wowed the crowd with their musical abilities opening for the very popular award winning and crowd favourite Chris Buck Band. Read more in Charlie Kibble’s letter to the editor.