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“Our Colourful Kawartha Wildife: An Illustrated Talk”

Posted in Day to Day Life, tagged , , , , , on August 7, 2019| Leave a Comment »

Join the Kawartha Speaker Series on Tuesday August 20th at the Dunsford Library Branch. The featured speaker is Dave Ellis and his topic is “Our Colourful Kawartha Wildife: An Illustrated Talk”

According to the Library website:

“Join us as we welcome Dave Ellis to share his wonderful collection of Kawartha wildlife photos.

Dave and his wife Astrid, both outdoor enthusiasts, live near Omemee, having left Toronto behind them. Here they devote much of their time observing and photographing our colourful wildlife.

Dave writes a regular wildlife column in the local press which features his photos—from blue heron to red fox to snowy owl—which he’ll now show us in person.

Pre-registration is encouraged. Admission by donation. For more information, please contact KawarthaSpeakers@gmail.com”

Click Here for more details and location map.

 

 

 

 

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Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour

Posted in Day to Day Life, tagged , , , , , on August 4, 2019| Leave a Comment »

The 35th Annual Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is coming soon, presented by the Art Gallery of Peterborough.

Mark your calendars now for September 21st & 22nd.

According to the website:

“The Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is an opportunity for the public to visit artists where they live and work. All artists on the tour have been juried. Studios and galleries will be open Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, from 10 am to 5 pm to display a rich diversity of arts and crafts, including fine art, ceramics, glass, jewellery, sculpture, wood, fibre, metal and printmaking. This is an annual, self-drive tour and admission is free to all locations.”

Click Here for all of the details!

Or pick up a brochure and Studio Map at the Bethany Library.

 

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18 Golf Courses To Play Near Bethany!

Posted in Businesses in Bethany, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on May 6, 2019| Leave a Comment »

 

MyKawartha.com published a story on April 27, 2019 highlighting 18 Golf Courses to play in the Kawartha and Peterborough area.

Black Diamond and Wolf Run, which are within a short drive to Bethany, are both included in the list.

Click Here To View the MyKawartha.com Story.

 

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Picture Source: https://www.blackdiamondgolfclub.ca/

 

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Embrace Winter – It’s a Lot More Fun!

Posted in Day to Day Life, tagged , , , , , , , , on February 22, 2019| Leave a Comment »

The Ontario Parks Blog, “How to Have a Safe Winter Hike” gives you the detail you need in order to enjoy the many parks in the Kawarthas.

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Source: http://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/safe-winter-hiking/

  • Dress appropriately. Frost bite is real and can happen sooner than you think. Dress in layers including a base layer, mid layer and shell on top.
  • Take the right gear including flashlight, smart phone, extra clothing, hand warmers, and snow shoes if you have them.
  • Plan accordingly. Check the weather and pace yourself according to the conditions and your own fitness level.
  • Know your park! Many of the parks and conservation areas around us have miles and miles of trails. Know where you are at and where you are going.
  • Bring a snack and bring a buddy. Don’t hike in the winter alone.
  • Careful of the ice! There are many waterways that contain strong currents – the ice may not be as thick as you think.

 

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Source: http://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/safe-winter-hiking/

Close to home you can hike…

  • West Forest Trail or the East Forest Trail of the Fleetwood Creek Natural Area
  • The Kawartha Section of the Ganaraska Hiking Trail
  • Medal Loop Trail

The following map gives you an idea of the vast number of hiking areas available to us.

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Source: http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/activity/snowshoeing-backcountry

Enjoy the winter – Stay warm and stay safe!

 

 

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Cook With Danielle to Chase the Winter Blues Away

Posted in Businesses in Bethany, tagged , , , , , , , on February 6, 2019| Leave a Comment »

What better way to spend Valentine’s Day then doing something truly unique…

Cooking Classes with Danielle of South Pond Farms

The perfect evening escape in the winter.

Create a romantic meal from scratch, including traditional

pasta and two sauces – a twist on classic recipes.

Enjoy the results with your own beer or wine.

 

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Source: https://thekawarthas.ca/event/cooking-classes-with-danielle-of-south-pond-farms-3/ 

You might remember I have written about South Pond Farms in the past.

In 2006 Danielle French bought a 60-acre farm in Pontypool – a big decision considering she had four young daughters. The farm was in need of major repairs and rebuilding. She did not have a clear vision of what she wanted to accomplish exactly, but one thing led to another and the dream took on a life of its own.

The barn was in shambles, but the kitchen was created first. After all, it was going to be a source of income. The farm began to flourish, producing vegetables that could be sold and used for her unique culinary events.

Danielle now offers farm to table dinners and events that connect her farm to the local community. If that were not enough, she is the host of the Taste of the Country on Netflix.

You can visit the farm for lunch and hike the trails; have your wedding at the farm; enjoy cooking classes or learn how to make a wreath; plan and design a kitchen garden…

Another unique series of events are the ‘Full Moon Suppers’ – “The Full Moon Suppers are served in different locations on the farm and celebrate the close ties between traditional agriculture and lunar rhythms.” 

Mark your calendar for Full Moon Suppers in May, June, July, August and September.

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Source: https://southpondfarms.ca/product-type/full-moon-supper/

But Valentine’s Day comes first! Make your reservations now to enjoy Cooking with Danielle. Cost is $90. Two dates available: Feb 14th and March 21st.

Tickets are available for workshops at

https://southpondfarms.ca/product-type/workshops/ 

South Pond Farms

1020 Gray Road
Pontypool, Ontario L0A 1K0 Canada

PHONE: (705) 277-1649

WEBSITE: http://www.southpondfarms.ca/

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Source: https://southpondfarms.ca/designyourescape/

 

 

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ABBAMANIA Comes To Bethany on Friday November 9th.

Posted in Businesses in Bethany, Day to Day Life, tagged , , , , , , , on October 29, 2018| Leave a Comment »

Details Online at: http://theranchresort.ca/events/

 

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A Sweet Project for High School Students

Posted in Day to Day Life, tagged , , , , , , , , on October 25, 2018| Leave a Comment »

Beekeepers in Ontario are facing a serious problem – the number of honey bees are declining drastically – and that is a serious challenge for farmers who grow your fruits and vegetables. But local high school students have partnered with the GreenUp program to help tackle the problem.

Twelve students from The Holy Cross Bee Club at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School in Peterborough were responsible for three hives.

A group of 12 students – led by their teacher Mike Halloran – have been busy:

  • suiting up in protective bee suits
  • conducting hive checks
  • treating the hives for mites
  • learning about the honey bee life cycle.

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Source: https://kawarthanow.com/2018/09/20/peterborough-high-school-student-beekeepers-achieve-sweet-success/

The students are learning important lessons, considering there has been a high loss of the bee population. In fact, Global News  recently reported, “In Ontario, which has the largest number of beekeepers in Canada, the situation is being described as serious. A survey of almost 900 Ontario beekeepers indicated that 70 per cent suffered unsustainable losses.” 

Programs such as The Holy Cross Bee Club are important to help young people appreciate the importance of the project they undertook. Students were fully involved including going right into the hive in the spring, seeing exactly how the bees interact and studying the actual bee comb.

And the program was a success from a production standpoint. The students, with the help of GreenUp Community Beekeepers harvested 86 jars of honey from three hives in Peterborough. And considering it takes 12 bees their entire lives to make only one teaspoon of honey, harvesting 86 jars is a huge accomplishment!

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Source: https://kawarthanow.com/2018/09/20/peterborough-high-school-student-beekeepers-achieve-sweet-success/

For more information visit on the Beekeeping Program visit GreenUp’s website at https://www.greenup.on.ca/program/greenup-community-bee-keeping-program.

 

 

 

 

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An Evening with Tami J. Wilde and Friends at The Ranch Resort on Thursday October 25th.

Posted in Businesses in Bethany, tagged , , , , , , , , , , on October 22, 2018| Leave a Comment »

RANCH RESORT OCTOBER_

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South Pond Farms – A Truly Unique Experience

Posted in Businesses in Bethany, tagged , , , , , , , , , , on October 22, 2018| Leave a Comment »

Where can you go to enjoy farm events such as farmhouse feasts and full moon suppers; workshops in cooking, crafting, bread making and floral arranging; trails for hiking and skiing; roasting delicious pastries over a winter fire; and plan your country wedding or host a private event?

The answer is South Pond Farms. They deliver  “Experiences that connect you to agriculture, enjoyment, learning, and inspiration.” 

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 Source: https://www.facebook.com/southpondfarms/photos/a.330021410382100/1972867652764126/?type=3&theater 

Danielle French is the founder and owner. It all started just 10 years ago, as a small food delivery business and has grown into a culinary destination – plus lots more!

The property is over 60 acres of land tucked into Bethany Hills. While there you can enjoy a farm fresh lunch and baked goods – proof of the strong connection between the land and the food that is grown.  Take your purchase to go, sit and enjoy it in the kitchen or by the fire. Reservations are recommended though!

News of a good thing usually spreads by word of mouth or social media – and it certainly did in the case of South Pond Farms. But there is one more way that people are discovering everything the farm has to offer – South Pond Farm was discovered by Netflix. The creator of a new DIY channel, Makeful, was looking for a unique location to build a series around – South Pond Farms was perfect.

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Source https://southpondfarms.ca/about/media/our-show/ 

The series is called “Taste of the Country .” Special event planner Danielle French hosts memorable moments at her idyllic farm, where guests enjoy fresh local ingredients and handcrafted décor.”  

I peaked at the trailers for some of the episodes. If Episode 2 is an example, you will want to watch the whole series. The Trailer opens with Danielle showing first-hand how they will prepare for 80 guests for a Texas Barbecue Supper Club. Check out the trailers of each show at https://southpondfarms.ca/about/media/

And don’t miss any of the upcoming workshops, such as this one for flower arranging. They sell out fast!

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Source: https://www.facebook.com/southpondfarms/photos/a.330021410382100/2101478709903019/?type=3&theater

South Pond Farm is open now for the Fall and Winter from Thursday to Sundays, 11 – 3.

1020 Gray Rd,

Pontypool, ON L0A 1K0

Phone 705-277-1649

Email connect@southpondfarms.ca.

 

 

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Bethany’s New Firehall is Under Construction.

Posted in Businesses in Bethany, tagged , , , on October 15, 2018| Leave a Comment »

Bethany’s new firehall has been many years in planning process and is now under construction. It is expected to be completed in 2019. The firehall is being built is on land that was given to the municipality by Woodland Hills Community Inc, the development company behind Bethany Village.

Here is a link to a story on the firehall in MyKawartha.com: Click Here.

 

 

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