June 2010

Opening of the Kemptville Kinsmen Farmers' Market in its new location in Riverside Park off Reuben Street in Old Town Kemptville.

The O'Hara Auction Dinner is presented by the Management Board of the O'Hara Volunteers Association. The evening will take place at the Madoc Township Hall in Eldorado, starting at 5pm with a social hour and viewing of items, followed by a roast beef dinner. There are silent auctions and a live auction with Boyde Sullivan. Visit web www.ohara-mill.org for tickets and information call 613-473-2084.

Buy fresh Norfolk-grown strawberries in the downtown Delhi area Friday June 18th and Saturday, June 19th. Enter our great Strawberry Bake-Off at the German Hall. Meet and get treats from our Berry-Friendly mascot. Activities for the kids. Two days of a "berry fun time"! For more information call 519-582-8503 or visit www.delhiontario.com

A full day of fun (10 am - 10 pm) and excitement for the whole family. Day and evening entertainment, Food Vendors, Peddler's Alley, Crafters, Kidz Zone, Community & Business Displays, Charity Bed Races, La-Z-Boy Recliner Races, Teddy Bear Picnic, and amazing Fireworks, presented by World Champion Mike Bohonos to cap off a great day! Of course, there are plenty of STRAWBERRIES to tempt your tastebuds! Location: Beamsville Fairgrounds, Beamsville. For more information call 905-562-5191.

Over 18 festivals taking place across Ontario. Those first, fresh berries only come once a year so don't miss it. Come out and have some fun with your local berry grower - it will be sweet day! For more information visit www.berryfestivals.com

Come out to Barrie Hill Farms (Barrie area) for the 4th Annual "Get Fresh" Strawberry Festival on June 26 and 27. The Ladies Auxilary from Grenfel United Church will be selling Hot Dogs, Drinks and Strawberry Shortcake with whipped cream. Have the kids see Daisy the Clown for face painting and balloons and listen to "Celtic Sky" perform from 10 am - 2 pm. For further information visit www.barriehillfarms.com

The Heart of Northumberland 10th anniversary Garden Tour in aid of Big Sisters Big Brothers will be held on Sunday, June 27, 2010. Enjoy eight spectacular garden retreats set in the Ganaraska watershed and the rolling Northumberland hills. For more information, call toll free 1-888-278-2484 or visit www.heartofnorthumberland.ca

O'Hara will host a celebration of the birth of our Nation in its rich setting. Take a look into our past with demonstrations of arts and crafts that have stood the test of time. Entertainment by local musicians will be provided. event runs from 10am to 4pm and is free of charge. Come and enjoy contests for the young and young at heart. A great family outing.

Over 18 festivals taking place across Ontario. Those first, fresh berries only come once a year so don't miss it. Come out and have some fun with your local berry grower - it will be sweet day! For more information visit www.berryfestivals.com

Sunday June 27th, 2010 from 11am to 5pm at the Ignatius Jesuit Centre, 5420 Hwy 6 just north of Guelph. Wellington Local Food is busy putting together a wonderful line up of activities for you to enjoy at this year's Local Food Fest. Come for the Farmers' Market and Exhibitor area, have a taste of prepared local food, enjoy the dynamic children's area, live entertainment and numerous workshops about local food and farming. There will also be cooking classes to attend that will feature local food prepared by regional chefs, guided farm tours, wagon rides and loads of activities for the whole family. The event is free to attend. For more information about this event, contact: Kate Vsetula, Guelph Wellington Local Food Initiative 519-821-6638 Ext 335 or email info@guelphwellingtonlocalfood.ca

Come out to Barrie Hill Farms (Barrie area) for the 4th Annual "Get Fresh" Strawberry Festival on June 26 and 27. The Ladies Auxilary from Grenfel United Church will be selling Hot Dogs, Drinks and Strawberry Shortcake with whipped cream. Have the kids see Daisy the Clown for face painting and balloons and listen to "Celtic Sky" perform from 10 am - 2 pm. For further information visit www.barriehillfarms.com