Daniels first "Basar"

All over the world, the word "Bazaar" means marketplace or somewhere to trade and do shopping. But not in Norway. In Norway we use the word "basar" and mean lottery where you win items like knitted sweaters, toys or the ever so popular fruit basket. It's one of the classic ways for organizations and clubs to do fund-raising, It's a very imporant part of norwegian culture, and this weekend Daniel got a chance to attend the annual "basar" supporting the organization for women and family that Elisabeth is in. (Kvinne og Familieforbundet)

Here are some pictures to illustrate such an event.

Daniel sits ready. 

A few of this years prices. 

Most of this stuff is hand-made with great care. 

This is taken 30 min before staring time. 

And this is 10 min before start. The room was completely packed, at least 150 people showed. 

The coloured sticks are for the small lottery. Each have five numbers, and if your stick has the right number, you win a price. People usually get a few each. 

Daniel is coming back with what he won!

A pair of hand-knitted small socks. 

What we won this year - not a good year, really. 

And the next day, what do we see? 

Someone is hosting another! And this time Daniel know what he's missing out on.