Brandy Meyer, 2023 Ceres Street Faire Committee chairperson, welcomes all

It is an honor to serve as the 2023 chair for the 33rd annual Ceres Street Faire. The Ceres Street Faire committee is comprised of members from the Ceres Lions Club, Ceres Chamber of Commerce and community volunteers. These individuals work hard all year to bring the traditions of this two-day event – along with small town fun – to our community.

Each year, the faire provides opportunities for non-profit organizations to raise funds to support their programs while selling amazing food such as linguica, tri-tip sandwiches, kettle corn, funnel cakes, nachos, cotton candy, garlic fries and so much more. Included in our nonprofit groups are the beverage providers who keep our community quenched with beer, seltzers, wine, margaritas, bloody marys, sodas and water.

After returning last year, the Ceres Street Faire continues to provide our community with live music and entertainment, art and craft vendors, commercial vendors, community booths and a children’s area filled with fun games, petting zoo and rides. I look forward to listening to some of our local bands such as Greg Scudder and Shella Joiner with LaVonne & The Trainwreck and watching the amazing performances provided by local dance and karate studios.

Returning this year will be the amazing car show on Saturday. As in the past, the T-shirts will display the car show winner from the previous year. This year our friend Mike Duran, who won the show last year, will be able to view his beloved car on each shirt. They will sell out fast.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors and local businesses who give to the Street Faire to ensure a successful outcome. I would like to thank our committee who give tirelessly of their time to plan, implement and fulfill the details necessary for a wonderful event each year.

Lastly, I would like to thank my husband for his support, friendship, patience and dedication to our community. We have fond memories of bringing our children to the street faire to sign up for soccer, listen to music, eat great food, shop local vendors, and spend time on the big slide. I look forward to an amazing Street Faire this year and hope to see you all there!