ontario farms: Thoughtful Thursday - You Can Take The Girl Out Of The Country - But Not Forever - 09/02/10 03:56 AM
You've heard the old saying "You can take the girl out of the country, but you can't take the country out of the girl."  I did some searching on Google to see where that saying originated but couldn't find much, only a few country music songs.
If you live in a city and need some relief from the noise, traffic, pollution, etc., head for the country.  Hop in the car and point it towards Rural Route anywhere.  The quiet country roads provide amazing scenery.  Horses and cows grazing, beautiful farm properties, old stone houses, colourful barns, many in disrepair but full of … (17 comments)

ontario farms: Farmers' Markets In Oakville - It's That Time Of The Year Again - 05/14/10 01:35 PM
Oakville has a great selection of Farmers' markets where you can purchase farm fresh fruits and vegetables and many other offerings such as honey, baked goods, maple syrup, fresh flowers  and much more.
Check out the list below to see where to find these local markets. 
Oakville Civitan Farmers' Market - Hopedale Mall
1515 Rebecca Street at Third Line view map  
Open : 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - 1st Saturday in May until the last Saturday in November
Oakville Place Farmers' Market - Oakville Place Mall
240 Leighland Avenue view map
Open: Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. … (10 comments)