The Andrew Jackson Cottage at Boneybefore provided the backdrop as guests enjoyed lunch, music and encouragement ahead of the serious business of taking part in the various council-organised competitions.
These images are from launch events between 2006 and 2010 attended by school, playgroup, community, business and council representatives. Were you there and did your interest blossom into a full-grown hobby?
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The 2008 Carrick in Bloom launch with music from the Apex Jazz Band. Ct21-030tc Photo: Tim Cully
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Councillors and staff soaking up the sun during the Carrick in Bloom 2008 launch. Ct21-034tc Photo: Tim Cully
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Providing the entertainment for the 2010 Carrick in Bloom launch was the Apex Jazz Band. CT20-020tc. Photo: Tim Cully
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Members of Brighter Whitehead enjoying lunch at the Andrew Jackson Centre in 2010. CT20-021tc. Photo: Tim Cully