The first Horticultural Bazaar was held under the patronage of Capital Governor.... The first Horticultural Bazaar event was held in BGC under the patronage of Capital Governor Shaikh Humood bin Abdulla Al Khalifa at Juffair on the 1st of December, 2007.  The first Horticultural Bazaar event was held in BGC under the patronage of Capital Governor Shaikh Humood bin Abdulla Al Khalifa at Juffair on the 1st of December, 2007. There was sale on plants, flowers, garden equipment, accessories, pets, birds, gifts, refreshments and other items. Moreover, gardening advice was offered by agricultural specialists to the visitors beside other attractions included games for adults and children, henna and face painting. "We had 38 participants, including productive families and various nurseries, we mainly encouraged ladies who are having businesses in their homes for nurseries or handicrafts. The main purpose of the bazaar is to spread awareness about looking after the environment and familiarizing people with horticulture. "Shaikh Humood was so happy and said next year he would like the Capital Governorate to participate and he also wanted to take it to a bigger level. "He said he would also co-ordinate with us and was ready to support us in our activities." Told by Mrs. Tahera Jaberi (BGC Chairperson).