On the first Saturday of the New Year the Ocean Grove Community Park hosts a feast of local and international music, natural therapies, high quality crafts, and eclectic food. The Tranquility Fair has been held annually for nearly two decades, and is one of the areas\'s most popular events that attracts crowds from all over the Bellarine It will be held in the Ocean Grove Community Park, Presidents Avenue, on Saturday, 7 January.

The Fair is a wonderful place to catch up with friends and neighbours, and enjoy the stimulating tastes and talent, all in the heart of Ocean Grove. With more than 120 stalls and activities, you won't be disappointed. Relax and revive with massage, meditation, yoga and other alternative therapies. Delight your taste buds with exciting sweet and savoury foods from all around the world, Turkish, Mexican, Tibetan, as well as the reliable Aussie snag. The kids will be amused with the activities and rides, as well as the large array of playground equipment located around the park.

If you are inclined to lay back and listen, or even get up and dance, the music begins on the Grove Pavilion stage at 10:00 am. This year's line up features a list of top artists and variety of sounds, culminating with,

JORDIE LANE

Recently back from America. With his new band, the Sleepers, he extends his musical boundaries far beyond his acclaimed folk and alternative country sound. 

NICK BARKER 

The legendary Nick Barker is featured with The Heartache State, doing"what he does best", basic 70's rock'n'roll. 

GALLIE

Irish singer/songwriter Gallie, will be performing his dramatic tales backed by his simple, easy folk sound. 

HEY MAMMOTH

An all female trio entertains with their acoustic , folky sound, sprinkled with edgy harmonies and lyrics. 

EZ BJORNENAK

Adds his emerging talent to the array of  entertainment.

GYPSY SMASH

And to round out the artists, the rollicking and romantic sounds of Gypsy Smash.

Entry for a full day of fun and entertainment is only $3.00, with children under 12 admitted free. All proceeds go to maintaining the park for the benefit of the community.