Off The Grid Productions

09/02/2024

09/01/2024

Can't get enough of these gems. Thank you Sheedy Farm

08/31/2024

08/31/2024

Our annual Perennial Sale and Harvest Auction is coming .... Sept 14th. Come and stock up on plants and then join us for the Auction to find some treats and treasures. It's always fun!

08/31/2024

Download purchased. Can't get enough of your music.

Well folks...It was one of those crazy hot Alberta days when we rolled up to our dear friend and former band mate’s Blake Reid Band's ranch in Dog
Pound Alberta. We were there to play the first official show in his brand new, hand made, Windmill Showroom! Blake Reid had been talking about creating this venue for years, and I’ve watched it grow from just an idea, into this amazingly cozy, beautiful music space. Everything about it speaks
being rural, close to the land and the old ways. So does the countryside, cattle and farm implements that surround it. We felt as close to home here as we’ve ever felt anywhere... There is just one other space that reminds us of it, and it’s The Red
The Red Room, Cookstown, outside of Cookstown, Northern
Ireland... Same charm, warm country people that make you never want to leave! So that’s two so far in the world!

Blake Reid and his wife Jodie opened the show, playing some of his great well written songs. .This would be the first time that we heard Jodie sing with Blake, and she stuck with his phrasing like glue! That’s something Aaron and I could never do when we performed with him... Haha, she watched him like a
hawk and caught every little nuance! Their blend was beautiful too!!!

Anyway, we asked our very talented friend, Jason Cabanaw to come along to do live sound and to record the evening in case we happened to play something right, and he would be able to capture it as proof we actually could :) So he and his lovely wife Elizabeth came all the way down from Lloydminster with a load
of recording gear and set up for the show.

Aaron Young and Cedric Blary joined us on stage, as we always love to have them with us, both “live” and on our recordings
whenever we can...So at 7:30 the four of us hit the stage for The Windmill's first official show! It was packed full of
amazing friends and fans that cheered us on with every song, story, and even every solo that the guys took. The audience was warm, the band was hot, and the room was even hotter! Haha, I joked on stage that Suzanne’s mascara was running so bad that she looked like Alice Cooper:)

What a night we had and what a great way to kick off such an amazing venue! After the show, we grabbed our Over The
Moon brand and heated it with Blake’s tiger torch and branded the Windmill’s new live edge bar...where it will remain
forever! Huge thanks to Blake, Jodie and crew...Also to Aaron, Cedric, Jason and
Elizabeth... Hope you like this glimpse
into that wonderful night!!!

Here's the link to purchase the double CD or download, you can also stream it on all the usual streaming sites!

https://overthemoonband.com/album/3023761/live-at-the-windmill

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08/31/2024

SEPTEMBER Ordering Cycle Opens Sunday! - https://mailchi.mp/8b9c62763547/lndki4auc0-982341

08/31/2024

Hey Ottawa music fans
Check this out!
Melwood has a new CD:

“A COMPLETE DISPLAY OF TACKLE”

on the way.
First album in 10 years!!
This is an album pre release fundraiser concert, gonna be fun!!

08/31/2024

Farewell Kim as Snark producer. Kim Berry has and still will be an excellent volunteer at the Ottawa Valley Food Coop Welcome Emily.

New Roaster at the Helm!

Exciting news.
I’ve sold Snark.

Emily Prospero is the new owner, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. I’ve been training her for the past 6 weeks, and will continue to work with her as she transitions into Snark’s new roasting space. Emily is experienced, energetic and passionate about coffee. I couldn’t be more confident about passing my business baby into her talented hands. The roastery is now located at Emily’s home in Burnstown.

So what does this mean for you?

You will continue to get great coffee, from the same website snarkbean.com, only now you’ll be seeing and hearing from Emily, not me.

And really, that’s the only difference.

For those who sometimes pick up directly from me in Arnprior, you can continue to do porch pick ups until Emily sets up another Arnprior location, but Emily will keep you posted on this.

I have truly enjoyed working with you. I’ve enjoyed providing a product I was proud of. I enjoyed delivering to you, chatting with whoever was receiving or picking up. Thank you for your support.

I have the utmost confidence Emily will continue to provide topnotch products and service for you. I wouldn’t have sold to her if I didn’t.

It has been an honour.

Kim Berry

08/29/2024

📣 On-farm 'Pop-Up Market' this Friday Aug. 30th. Message Connaught Nursery your order and the time you wish to pick up on Friday. Please Note: list will be updated as items sell out.
Current Availability List:
ORGANIC PRODUCE
Crabapples, Dolgo (3L basket) 12.00
Grapes, Green Seedless (pint) 5.00
Pears, Bartlett (pint) 5.00
Beets, bunch 6.00
Carrots, 2L basket 6.00 OR 4 baskets for 20.00
Cucumbers, mini 'Lebanese' (pint) 4.00
Cucumbers, mini 'Lebanese' (2L. basket) 10.00
Lettuce, Romaine (bag) 4.00
Lettuce, Summer Crisp (bag) 4.00
Onions, Red 6.00
Onions, Sweet Spanish 6.00
Pepper, Cayenne (pint) 5.00
Pepper, Habanero (pint) 5.00
Squash, Butternut, medium 5.00
Squash, Butternut, large 8.00
Tomatoes, Golden Cherry, pint 6.00
GARLIC
Garlic, Music, Large 3.00
Garlic Braid, Music (13) 40.00
Garlic Braid, Music (10) 36.00
Garlic Braid, Music (19) 75.00
Garlic Braid, Music (10) 55.00
Garlic, Red Russian, Medium 2.50
Garlic Braid, RR (13) 45.00
Garlic Braid, RR (10) 18.00
Garlic Braid, RR (16) 43.00
Garlic Braid, RR (16) 48.00
CUT HERBS (bunch)
Basil 3.00
Cilantro 3.00
Parsley Curly 3.00
STARTER PLANTS
Cilantro plants (6pack) 4.50
Kale plants (6pack) 4.50
Romaine Lettuce plants (6pack) 4.50
Spinach plants (6pack) 4.50
Horseradish, 'Wilno' (5"pot) 8.00
NATIVE PLANTS All of the following are in 4"-5" pots, 7.00 ea.
Tall Flat-topped Aster
Calico Aster
New England Aster
Boneset
Butterflyweed
Blue Flag Iris
Sweet Flag
Sweetgrass
Blazing Star
Cactus, Brittle Prickly Pear
Eastern Columbine
Bottle Gentian
Cardinal Flower
Canada Milkvetch
Harebell
Hairy Beardtongue
Foxglove Penstemon
Pearly Everlasting
Turtlehead
American Bittersweet
Swamp Milkweed
New Jersey Tea
Winterberry
Fireweed
Blue Vervain
Narrow-leaved Goldenrod
Rough-stemmed Goldenrod
Spotted Joe Pye W**d
Spikenard
Meadowsweet

08/28/2024

WORTH THE WAIT...after six years, there's a new album, a new tour, and a concert in Rankin! The Once is a multi award-winning trio from Newfoundland. They combine contemporary and traditional songs that capture the ambience of Newfoundland along with hints of bluegrass, country, and Americana. Their tight harmonies, multi-instrumentation, and heartfelt lyrics will impress long-time fans and new listeners alike. Concert 7:30 pm on Sat. Sept 28 at Rankin Culture & Recreation Centre.
For tickets, artist, and venue details, go to www.offthegridproductions.ca. Email Lynne at: [email protected] for more information.

08/28/2024

A great news/bad news post! ….

We are welcoming Suzie Vinnick back to the winery for her 3rd performance because she is epic!! Fun, upbeat, entertaining and an all around powerhouse of jazz, folk, blues and a sweetheart to boot!

Suzie is graciously joining us on Friday, September 27th at 7:30pm because Meredith Moon can no longer perform.

Meredith says “my friends, it is with a heavy heart that I announce the cancellation of my upcoming fall dates, due to unforseen circumstances out of my control. I was so deeply looking forward to bringing this music of mine your way and playing for all of you lovely folks. You can contact all venues directly for a refund.

I will be back at it in early 2025 upon the release of my new album... the date for that will be announced quite soon, so please do keep your ears to the ground! We are working hard to bring you something pretty special for 2025, and will be hitting some pretty special locations.

Thank you for your support and understanding. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause you.”

Meanwhile please join us to welcome Suzie! Tickets at littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets
Dinner at 6pm, show at 7:30pm.

08/28/2024

Here is an invitation from the Whitewater Gardeners (formerly Beachburg Horticultural Society) on Saturday, August 31st. Their speaker is our friend, Master Gardener Judith Cox, who is well known to us from her gardening advice newsletter Veggie Bites. If you can't make it to this meeting, their next one is September 28, same time, same place.

08/26/2024

TODAY, AUGUST 24th, and what a beautiful day this is for you to join us at Stone Crop Acres Winery and Vineyard

Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues Band w/Miss Emily, Tony D Band and Suzie Vinnick and our Discovery Series performer I Am Kentucky will provide you ALL BLUES for our inaugural event.

Ticket holders have received two emails outlining the details of the day. If you didn't receive it for some reason please use the link we provided on Facebook.
Tickets online until noon then at the gate. Full day tickets, afternoon only or headline performance only. Kids are always free. If you plan to purchase tickets at the gate please review the WINERY EVENT DETAILS page on our website www.harmonyconcerts.ca to ensure you have all the information.

Food available to purchase throughout the event and lots of beverages too. You can pack your own food and beverages but no alcohol can be brought onsite. Bags may be checked at the gate and during the event.

Miss Emily Tony D Suzie Vinnick Music Tom Lavin & the Legendary Powder Blues
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08/26/2024

Hummingbird Clearwing Moth & Butterflyweed 11/8/24 photo

08/26/2024

Taste of the Valley is an exposition of food, crafts and products that are all produced by locals

08/23/2024

I find alot of store pickles suck. Their way to weak for my German taste buds, so we make all our pickles very flavorful and medium strong. Homemade and delicious.
🥒 New on our market stands this week.
Dilly Beans. Made with fresh beans, dill heads and of course our garlic.

08/23/2024

Dorothy found a nice variety of edible wild fungi along our trails this morning ... Clockwise from upper left: Indigo Milk Cap, Hedgehog, Lobster, Chanterelle, Leccinum Bolete, Velvet Polypore 😋

08/23/2024

🌶️ Korean-Style Cucumber Salad: A 10-Minute Easy Snack 🥒

Got too many cucumbers in your garden and looking for a quick and tasty snack? This Korean-style cucumber salad is ready in 10 minutes and is perfect as a side dish or a standalone snack. The unique flavor comes from the dressing!

Difficulty: Easy 👌
Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients (Serves 2):

Cucumbers: 300g
Green onion: 30g
Garlic: 1 clove
Rice vinegar: 1 tbsp
Sesame oil: 1 tbsp
Soy sauce: 1 tbsp
Sesame seeds: 1 tbsp
Sugar: 1 tsp
🌶️ Add a bit of chili powder if you like it hot!🌶️

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Slice the cucumbers into 5mm thick rounds. Lightly salt them and mix. Let them sit for 10 minutes to release water, then drain the liquid.

Step 2: Cut the green onion into 5mm pieces, using both the green and white parts.

Step 3: In a bowl, mix together the sesame oil, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and chili pepper powder. Add a clove of minced or pressed garlic into the dressing.

Step 4: Add the green onion, sesame seeds, and dressing to the cucumbers. Mix well. Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for 1–2 days.

Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!

🥗 Want More Easy Vegetable Recipes?! 🥦

If you enjoyed this quick and tasty Korean-style cucumber salad, you're in for a treat! Stay tuned for more simple and delicious vegetable recipes that you can whip up in no time!

08/23/2024

Thanks for supporting live music...can't wait! NEXT UP: Newfoundland indie folk trio THE ONCE on Sept. 28 at Rankin Centre. Watch for more news coming soon. Tickets and more info at www.offthegridproductions.ca

08/18/2024

LAST CALL for this talented group playing lively Celtic, Quebecois, and Cape Breton tunes at our Eganville home venue. Tickets $45 online at www.offthegridproductions.ca.

08/18/2024

08/17/2024

08/17/2024

Garlic Fest Saturday #2/4 , 8am - 1pm.
Grab your umbrella and come out for a great day 🧄 More garlic than you'll know what to do with, plus special events including garlic tasting! Stop by our booth - we'll have 12 varieties stocked in braids and bunches, in addition to our huge spread of organic vegetables 🍅🥕🥒. Looking forward to greeting you at the Carp Farmers Market! 🧄💖