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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2016-05-04, Page 66 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, May 4, 2016 Hillsview Farms opens up for the fourth time Shaun Gregory Huron Expositor After a gentle winter and few setbacks, the Hillsview Farms produce stand is up and run- ning on Main Street in Seaforth. It wasn't your typical spring- like weather last Thursday for their opening day, but none of that stopped the locals from making an appearance for a few fruit and vegetable purchases. In Lucknow, their farm sits on about 25 -acres of land with an array of produce growing throughout the year. Currently they are located in numerous locations including Seaforth, Goderich, Clinton and a couple of farmers' markets in Toronto as well. The family of growers has come a long way since jumping in the produce busi- ness some 16 years ago, when they bought a property with a few apple and pear trees. It was not until 2005 when things really changed in the growing business -they decided to go chemical -free. The owners, Mike and Wanda Hill did this as a test and the experiment was a huge success. Mike was work- ing orking at a hog farm full-time. The business was flourishing so much he quit and devoted his time to the family enterprise. Now they have specific farmers that grow organics that they are not able to grow on their own farm. In 2010 they expanded once again, this time they chose to build an additional on-site barn to be able to put their extra produce to better use. This is meant for the production of jams, pickles, salsa, spaghetti and chili sauces and organic cookies, along with organic Plan. Prepare. Be Aware Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is an annual event that takes place each year during the first full week of May. This national event is coordinated by Public Safety Canada, in close collaboration with the provinces and territo- ries and local partners. This year, the theme is Plan. Prepare. Be Aware. This year's event will help Canadi- ans take action to protect themselves and their families during emergencies. The Joint Public Education Sub -Committee of the Huron County Emergency Manage- ment Committee has partnered with the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) and the Huron Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) to deliver an Emer- gency Preparedness Program to students. Both school boards will be hosting events during the Emergency Preparedness Week in their school's gymnasium. The program will teach stu- dents how first responders and communities come together to baking, organic granola, and gluten free products. April 28, marked their fourth season of opening up shop in Seaforth. The place that some call the farmers' market, but Brittany De Lange from Hills - view Farms, refers to as a "fruit stand" had a steady flow of customers throughout the day. It was an odd year for Hills - view, but the shelves were still filled. There were pros and cons to the unusual winter in Seaforth. "You can harvest kale and carrots in the winter, but this help people during a disaster. Every municipality has an emergency response plan, and the students will learn how our municipalities respond if there is an emergency situation. Avon Maitland District School Board has chosen Goderich District Collegiate Institute as their host school for the May 3 event from 3:30 - 8 PM, and includes approxi- mately 20 -25 students. The Huron Perth Catholic District School Board has chosen St. Anne's as their school for the May 4th event from 3:30 - 8 PM. The following community partners (response agencies) will attend both events: eomeGrownyinicirt d Produce -r Shaun Gregory Brittany De Lange is usually handling the operations for Hillsview Farms in Seaforth. She is pictured here on Main Street in Seaforth, April 28. year it was milder and things kind of molded, but other vege- tables could start sooner," De Lange said. When the summer arrives Office of the Fire Marshall and Emergency Manage- ment (OFMEM) Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Goderich Hydro (servicing Goderich) & Erie Thames Pow- erlines (servicing Clinton) Goderich Public Works Department Goderich Fire Department Central Huron Fire Department 911/Community Notification St. John's Ambulance Canadian Red Cross Huron County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Huron County Ontario they will be available on Tues- days and Thursdays in Seaforth, Wednesdays and Fridays in Clinton and Saturdays for Goderich. Provincial Police (OPP) Huron County Health Unit Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Ani- mals (OSPCA) Victim Services of Huron County Students will learn from experts on emergency prepar- edness and participate in hands-on activities to under- stand how different agencies respond during an emergency. Please contact Janice Hal- lahan, Town of Goderich Community Emergency Management Coordinator at 519-524-8344 Ext. 223 or by e-mail at jhallahan@goder- ich.ca for more information about these events. 8 WEEKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE! GRIEF....is surrounded by so many myths, like - • Time heals all wounds • Replace the loss • Grieve alone • Be strong for others • Hide your feelings "Sound familiar???...." Whether your loss results from death, divorce, loss of job or childhood Issues, recent or sometime in the past, recovery IS possible. DATE: Monday, May 9th, 2016 to Monday, June 27th, 2016 TIME: 7:00 RM. — 9:00 P.M. LOCATION: Clinton Public Hospital 98 Shipley Street, Clinton Conference Room COST: $35.00 For Resource Material MUST PRE -REGISTER Take this first step in your recovery. Call today! ��rlr3 CLINTON - 519-482-3440 Ext. 6301 Wingham - 519-357-3210 Ext. 5520 EIRCTORY ciJOLRCuH You are invited to attend these area churches ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN 21 Jarvis St., Seaforth Church Office 519-527-1522 holyspirit@tcc.on.ca The Rev. Lynn Mitchell Interim Priest Sunday May 8 Huron Hunger Fund Sunday Worship at 9:30am Special offering for Primate's World Relief & Development Fund Everyone Welcome EGMONDVILLE UNITED CHURCH Worship Leader Theresa Kolkman May 8th-10:30am Youth Sunday School 10:30am with Steve Hildebrand Plant Sale & Homemade pies + more May 7th, 8 - 10:30am Everyone Welcome For more information view our website n www.egmondvilleunitedchurch.com BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth 519-527-0982 Interim Pastor: Rev. Laurie Morris May8-11 am "Stir Up One Another" May 4-10 am Maplewood Manor Service Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. TUESDAY EVENINGS: Youth Groups Junior & Senior High 6:30 - 9 p.m. Wednesdays 7 p.m. • Men's & Womens Bible Study �� EVERYONE WELCOME FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 59 Goderich St. W. Seaforth 519-527-0170 Lorrie Mann -Organist Sunday Worship May 8 - 11 am Guest Minister: Rev. Brian Lapier Mother's Day Breakfast May 8th 7:30-10am Tickets Available from members • Sunday School L� Nursery Provided as Needed ALL WELCOME baking, organic granola, and gluten free products. April 28, marked their fourth season of opening up shop in Seaforth. The place that some call the farmers' market, but Brittany De Lange from Hills - view Farms, refers to as a "fruit stand" had a steady flow of customers throughout the day. It was an odd year for Hills - view, but the shelves were still filled. There were pros and cons to the unusual winter in Seaforth. "You can harvest kale and carrots in the winter, but this help people during a disaster. Every municipality has an emergency response plan, and the students will learn how our municipalities respond if there is an emergency situation. Avon Maitland District School Board has chosen Goderich District Collegiate Institute as their host school for the May 3 event from 3:30 - 8 PM, and includes approxi- mately 20 -25 students. The Huron Perth Catholic District School Board has chosen St. Anne's as their school for the May 4th event from 3:30 - 8 PM. The following community partners (response agencies) will attend both events: eomeGrownyinicirt d Produce -r Shaun Gregory Brittany De Lange is usually handling the operations for Hillsview Farms in Seaforth. She is pictured here on Main Street in Seaforth, April 28. year it was milder and things kind of molded, but other vege- tables could start sooner," De Lange said. When the summer arrives Office of the Fire Marshall and Emergency Manage- ment (OFMEM) Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Goderich Hydro (servicing Goderich) & Erie Thames Pow- erlines (servicing Clinton) Goderich Public Works Department Goderich Fire Department Central Huron Fire Department 911/Community Notification St. John's Ambulance Canadian Red Cross Huron County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Huron County Ontario they will be available on Tues- days and Thursdays in Seaforth, Wednesdays and Fridays in Clinton and Saturdays for Goderich. Provincial Police (OPP) Huron County Health Unit Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Ani- mals (OSPCA) Victim Services of Huron County Students will learn from experts on emergency prepar- edness and participate in hands-on activities to under- stand how different agencies respond during an emergency. Please contact Janice Hal- lahan, Town of Goderich Community Emergency Management Coordinator at 519-524-8344 Ext. 223 or by e-mail at jhallahan@goder- ich.ca for more information about these events. 8 WEEKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE! GRIEF....is surrounded by so many myths, like - • Time heals all wounds • Replace the loss • Grieve alone • Be strong for others • Hide your feelings "Sound familiar???...." Whether your loss results from death, divorce, loss of job or childhood Issues, recent or sometime in the past, recovery IS possible. DATE: Monday, May 9th, 2016 to Monday, June 27th, 2016 TIME: 7:00 RM. — 9:00 P.M. LOCATION: Clinton Public Hospital 98 Shipley Street, Clinton Conference Room COST: $35.00 For Resource Material MUST PRE -REGISTER Take this first step in your recovery. Call today! ��rlr3 CLINTON - 519-482-3440 Ext. 6301 Wingham - 519-357-3210 Ext. 5520