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Strawberry Season Is Here!

Today is also National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day and what better way to celebrate then with some good news - we saw fresh strawberries out at the Farmers' Market last Saturday for the first time this year from Thames River Melons and boy did they go fast! This Saturday both Thames River Melons and Joyce Farms will have fresh, juicy strawberries for sale so make sure to get here early to get yours!

RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE

Thames River Melons Rhubarb Custard Pie is quick & easy, featuring one of their favourite spring crops. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Filling Ingredients:

  • 1 -9 inch Pie Pastry (unbaked)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 4 cups rhubarb, chopped into small pieces

Topping Ingredients:

  • 1⁄3 cup sugar
  • 1⁄3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1⁄3 cup butter cubes
  • 1 pinch salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Whisk together the dry ingredients.

3. Next, stir the beaten eggs and vanilla into the flour mixture until smooth and silky. Then add the chopped rhubarb and mix until coated.

4. Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie shell.

5. Now prepare the topping: mix together the sugar and flour in a small bowl. Using a fork, cut in the butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.

6. Sprinkle topping mixture over the rhubarb filling.

7.Bake for one hour.

8. Enjoy!

WHO CAN YOU FIND AT THE FARMERS MARKET?

This is the list, folks! See who you can find at the Farmers’ Market this Saturday, June 11th! Click on their names to find information on pre-orders and to learn more about their farms and businesses!

 

 

Check out their websites for more information about their products and to see what’s in season/currently available!

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT SHAWN ANDREW...

Shawn will be performing on the Rotary Square this Saturday 8:30am to 11:00am.

Shawn Andrew is a singer songwriter, composer, producer & music teacher, based out of London, Ontario. Shawn began to pursue a musical career upon graduating with a degree in Elementary Education and Music Education from the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança in Portugal. While performing in several venues across London, Shawn is seeking to collaborate with other artists and perform wherever the music takes him. As of summer, 2022, Shawn Andrew’s works promise an evening of delight, original, poetic, harmonious compositions and rhythmic arrangements.

Social Media
www.shawnandrew.com
https://www.facebook.com/shawnandrewusic
https://www.instagram.com/shawnandrewusic/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj-9uNW0pvaMcmedbWT0N5w

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT COOL SHOES TRIO...

The Cool Shoes Trio will be performing on the Rotary Square this Saturday 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Cool Shoes Trio is a collaboration of three of London’s premier musicians; John Brocksom (keyboards and voice), Rob Weatherstone (bass and voice) and Allen Jacob (voice). With a deft touch they bring a respectful nod to a wide range of theatre and jazz standards, adult easy listening and modern and original works: they add their unique stylistic flavor that results in astounding and emotional performances. The Cool Shoes Trio is an exceptional musical experience and designed to be scalable, allowing for the addition of top flight musicians to heighten an already remarkable performance.

FREE INDOOR COOKING CLASSES

This Saturday, join us in the market kitchen for our cooking class hosted by Brittany Quinn. Brittany will be demonstrating how to make French Onion Fig Tarts with a Balsamic Glaze.

 

June Cooking Class Schedule

June 11th | Brittany Quinn

  • French Onion Fig Tarts with a Balsamic Glaze

June 18th | Polina Shadman

  • Sabzi Polo (herbed rice)

June 25th | Doreen Kool

  • 3 Summer Salads
  • Chopping Skills + Knife Safety

 

LOJNDON MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL THIS SUNDAY

This free, colourful and family-friendly event is an opportunity to have a great time with your family and friends. Come and enjoy our diversity, visit the ethnic displays, enjoy the ethnic performers and taste ethnic food this Sunday, June 12th from 11am to 5pm on the Rotary Square!

#ELDERWISDOM

Next Wednesday, June 15th a set up of 6 #ElderWisdom Green Benches with one senior on each welcoming key members of the community as well as the general public to have a seat and join a senior in a conversation. All to decrease ageism and celebrate seniors in our communities during Seniors Month. We ask all participants to share on their Social Media channels with the #ElderWisdom tag. Taking place from 10:30am to 4:00pm.

WELLNESS WEDNEDAY

Join us for “Wellness Wednesday’s” as local yoga studio, Crooked Crow Studios, guides you through a FREE one-hour all levels yoga class to help you get back outside & destress!

 

It is within Crooked Crow Studios mission to collect donations for local charities, to practice yoga, and build community connections as a way to extend positive energy beyond the mat.  The studio has partnered with 519 Pursuit to collect donations on their behalf at these FREE outdoor classes!  Check Facebook or Instagram for items that are in need each week.

 

Starts Wednesday, April 27th and goes until Wednesday, September 14th.

 

Instagram: @crooked_crow_studios

Website: www.crookedcrowstudios.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crookedcrowyogastudio/

THE LONDON BEER FEST IS SOON APPROACHING!

Let’s fest!! An outstanding “Taste of Place” brewery lineup, with a stellar representation of southwestern Ontario craft beer! Text your friends and tell them that plans are set for June 24-26th out on the Rotary Square with 20 breweries to date, wine & cider from @shaleridgeestatewinery and specialty beverages from @stereocaliente! Plus local food vendors, live music and games!

 

Stay up to date and follow along @thelondonbeerfest

 

  • Friday, June 24th – 5pm to 12am
  • Saturday, June 25th – 12pm to 12am
  • Sunday, June 26th – 12pm to 7pm