The Peak Crossing Hall will mark a significant milestone this year, celebrating 100 years at the heart of the community.
As part of the centenary, work on a book documenting the hall’s history is now in progress. Local historical author Eris Rashford is inviting residents, past and present, along with others connected to the district, to share their memories for inclusion. Contributions may include recollections of events attended, dances or bands enjoyed, family connections, or any other stories that reflect the hall’s century of community life.
Eris is welcoming submissions through to the end of February.
President of the Peak Crossing Public Hall Association Incorporated, Trevor Weatherhead, approached Eris on behalf of the association to compile the memories of the hall. Planning is also progressing for the official celebration.
“We’re planning to hold an afternoon event on the 22nd of August to celebrate the centenary, which is the 20th of August.” said Trevor.
Over the years, Eris has contributed to preserving local history, from writing about the district’s First World War soldiers to writing for the 125 year milestone of Peak Crossing school.
While the original deadline was set for February 14, Eris said there is still time for contributions to be received before the end of the month.
“There’s a bit of wiggle room in there, as well, because we still have to proofread it.. so that will take a little bit of time. So (I’m) still contactable for inclusion in the book, say, till the end of February.” she said.
Eris can be contacted on 5467 1159 and welcomes submissions of all lengths.
“It can be as short as a sentence. A couple of ladies have written me things, and they’ve also included a photo – like dressed in a costume as a kid when they went to a fancy dress ball, picture of cutting the cake at their wedding, ’cause they had the reception there – or something like that.”
