Monthly Archives: June 2020
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Jun 30 2020 in
NewsWe are officially opening on JULY 1ST! The Farm will open with a reduced operating week (Open Wednesday through Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday), from 10-4pm. Exterior spaces only will be open initially; the grounds and gardens, pathways, pastures and wetland. There will be a limit of 50 people on site at one time, as well as limits in certain spaces such as the veggie garden. Directional signage will guide visitor movement. On our pathways, please be prepared to step aside to maintain physical distancing. Fewer animals have joined us this summer. They may be visited only in outdoor enclosures (which is always where they will be in fair weather!) The Rose and Kettle Tearoom will be offering a limited outdoor menu only, to enjoy at our carefully spaced picnic tables, at one of our … Read More →
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Jun 25 2020 in
News Over the weekend our Executive Director, Janice and CHRHS Treasurer, Victoria handed over the 50/50 raffle cheque to our winner, Allison Samson! Allison grew up visiting the Farm and on Saturday she received a cheque of $12,800 on her birthday! Congratulations and happy birthday, Allison! Read More →
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Jun 15 2020 in
News Starting this Wednesday, June 17th, we will be hosting our weekly Wednesday pop-up market once again this Season from 2-4 p.m. We will have a new vendor join us this year, as well as our usual crew. Our delicious cream tea will also be available (outdoors) from 2-4 p.m. Vendor List: Skeldale Farms (preserves, jams and relishes, transplants, eggs) Snails Pace Gardens (greens, rhubarb, basil transplants) Kathy MacPherson (baked goods) Mary-Ann LaPierre (local produce, eggs) Farm Table (Preserves, Scones, Pies, Herb Bundles) See you on Wednesday! Read More →
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Jun 9 2020 in
NewsWe’re getting closer! The Farm Museum will open in the coming weeks. What will that look like for us this year? We are reviewing the recommendations for museums and archives, as well as parks and outdoor recreation, and of course food service. There are lots of details to be worked out. Here is what we know so far: The Farm will open with a reduced season, days and hours. Exterior spaces only will be open initially; the grounds and gardens, pathways, pastures and wetland. There will be a limit to the total number of people on site at one time, as well as in certain spaces. Fewer animals will be joining us this year. The Rose and Kettle Tearoom will be offering a limited take out menu only. The gift shop will remain closed for … Read More →
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Jun 1 2020 in
NewsWith the recent announcement from the province of N.S. regarding the re-opening of businesses and organizations, we are busy developing a plan for what that will look like for us. We will be announcing our re-opening plan soon, so stay tuned for more information. Thank you to all who have supported us these past months, we are so encouraged by your kind words, shares, and donations. We can’t wait to welcome you all to the Farm once again! Psst… Our 50/50 Raffle Fundraiser has reached $10,000! Help us get to $50,000 by purchasing your tickets here: Read More →
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Jun 1 2020 in
NewsWith the ongoing challenges presented by Covid-19, we have made the difficult decision to cancel our Farm Camp program for the Summer of 2020. We will greatly miss our Farm Camp kids, and hope we will be able to resume this program next season. Thank you to all who have supported this program to date. Read More →
