Guyra has plenty of creative talent for a small town. In conjunction with TroutFest, there will be a double exhibition of local quilts & crafts and of artworks at the RSL Hall, Bradley Street.
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"If people are interested in craft, this is a good opportunity to come and visit Guyra!" Quilt and Craft Display organiser Robin Godlonton said.
There are eye-catching patchwork quilts, crocheted rugs, and, new this year, embroidered pictures of country landscapes, flowers, and insects.
The members of the Guyra Crafts Group are also selling their wares, including bags, cards, tea towels, knitting, and jewelry, plus fabrics for sale.
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The display opened on Monday, and runs until Sunday; weekdays 10am to 3pm, weekends 9am to 4pm. A gold coin donation will go to CanAssist, which financially helps country people affected by cancer.
"Our main aim is to support a local organisation in a town who support a lot of locals," Robin said. "Last year, we donated to the New England Wigs and Headwear Library, which helps a lot round here, too."
Over the weekend, children can hunt for fish around the town; prizes will be a 'Go Fish!' showbag with lures and other goodies to encourage them to keep fishing. One tagged fish is in the quilt exhibition, Robin hinted.
There's also a lucky door prize. The Armidale Pet Shop donated a fish tank. "We're pretty honoured to be donated it!" Robin said. Fish not included - but a pair of teddy bears are angling for crocheted fish.
Around 35 artists from Guyra, Ben Lomond, Moonbi, Armidale, and Tamworth have contributed their work to the Art Show, which opens on Thursday morning.
"There's some gorgeous art, in every sort of medium," festival co-ordinator Lynne Chapman said. "Combining with the quilt and craft show will give an extra synergy."
Guyra artist Kay Smith has three paintings on display: the heartfelt 'Breaking the Drought'; a dam in autumn, based on a photograph from two years ago; and a pair of her working collies.
All artworks are for sale. Two have already been bought - which, Lynne said, shows how much interest there is in TroutFest.
But the art show, she said, almost didn't happen.
"After a few initial hiccups, we didn't think we were having an art show for a little while - but one of our local artists came forward and volunteered to help advertise and set up, take entries, and publicize it. That's been really great.
"It's a popular part of the festival now, so people were disappointed when they thought it wasn't happening; now it is happening, so we're happy."
The public can also vote for their two favourite pieces, which will be announced on Sunday at 2pm.
"We'd really love people to come and support the artists who've taken time to support the festival," Lynne said. "I'm sure you'll find something you'd like to have on your wall at home!"