The Cranbrook's herd of 'Artsy Urban Deer' were finally gathered into one spot, at the Cranbrook and District Arts Council's "Art in the Park" celebration on Saturday, August 24, marking the council's 40th anniversary. Judges made their selections from among the varied, creative, colourful and individualist quadrupeds, and the winners were announced. Family Class — 1st: Sally Ruoss and sisters; 2nd: The Peebles Boys; 3rd: Lori Malone family. Adult Class — 1st: Donna Bannenberg; 2nd: Eilis Miller; 3rd Mary Anne Atkins. Business Class — 1st: Pat Ridler, Pages; 2nd: Anna Langenbach, Columbia Theatre; 3rd: Laurie Goodlad and Margie, Muriel and Jane's. Group Class — 1st: Christ Church Anglican; 2nd: The Green Home; 3rd: The Green Home. Child —1st: Selby Boys from Coquitlam; 2nd: Sharron Schornagel, Bahai Faith; 3rd: Susan Archibald, Grandaughter. People's Choice — Columbia Theatre. Winner of the Neighbourhood Supply of Bobbex — Mariah Whitlock
The event also featured arts-based activities and displays and musical performances.