COMMUNITY IN ACTION
Nature on Tap On January 13, Science and Nature on Tap at Schnitzel’s will kick off the New Year by thinking of spring, as they welcome Old Field Habitat Garden and Wildflower Nursery’s Philip Fry. Dr. Fry will explore how using native plants can help enhance local ecosystems. Native plants are those that grew wild in regions prior to the arrival of Europeans and are often overlooked by gardeners. Philip Fry has over 30 years of experience in habitat gardening using these native plants to restore the land. Philip began Old Field Garden and Nursery in 1984 as a research project in landscape restoration. At the time, a professor at the University of Ottawa, Philip Fry was particularly concerned by the progressive destruction of local landscapes as a result of development. Dr. Fry has used his knowledge of native plants and a passion for the land to restore his 15-acre property in the village of Oxford Station to a more natural state. Along with his family, friends, and students, the abandoned pasture soon became a rich biodiverse property, showcasing 5 distinct native ecosystems. Pictured is Philip Fry.
Bringing the Christmas spirit to the Downtown
A 24-foot high Christmas tree has been put up in the courtyard
next to the Justice Building and City
Hall, to add some extra Christmas spirit to the downtown. It was a true community effort since Strathmore Tree Farm near Monkland donated the tree and Metro Towing transported it. Black & McDonald and some City departments helped with installing, lighting and decorating the tree. Last but not least, the Downtown Business Improvement Area purchased the lights.
Le Journal, Cornwall
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Le mercredi 23 décembre 2015
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