CRAFT beer, wine and community spirit will feature at Bayswater’s first pop-up artisan market and mini soiree this weekend.
Stallholders and an acoustic band will converge on an otherwise empty yard on the city’s main drag while nearby shops stay open till sunset.
On the menus at “The Backyard” artisan market are gourmet pies, raw salads, platters of cheese, and wine, beer or coffee. For sale is anything from homewares, woodworks, clothing and accessories, such as silk scarves.
It’s one of the first of many projects planned by the Baysie Rollers, a local group campaigning for more activities, infrastructure and excitement at the town centre.
Roller Kylie Elsegood-Smith plans on the market going monthly in the new year, and wants to host outdoor movie nights. She says the aim is to draw folk in and make them want to stay, shop and socialise for several hours.
“Our logo is ‘experience local’,” Ms Elsegood-Smith says. “Come and experience our beautiful town. This is the perfect time to energise this spot because there are so many passionate people around—especially active young people.”
The event comes as the council is expected to vote this month on giving the group $5000 to complete its projects.
The funds would “enable the city to be responsive to any community group wishing to deliver activities” says a report.
Businesses and foodies offering goods include the Little Cheese Shop, Bayswater man Adam Semple’s Stampede Gelato, Bassendean business Nail Brewing Australia, Jessica Jubb’s handcrafted jewellery, Lock & Key Clothing, Howdy Coffee and Mary Street Bakery.
The Backyard is at 9-11 King William Street from 3–7pm. Visit the Baysie Rollers Facebook page for more.
by EMMIE DOWLING
Perth Voice Interactive 
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