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Blog

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In the news: Orillia neighbourhood 'building community through food'

October 6, 2021

Simcoe.com wanted to explore why residents of a south-end neighbourhood are volunteering time and effort at a community garden, and what the impact has been on their lives.

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6 Tips for Bringing a Toddler to the Garden

By Olivia • June 23, 2021

Perhaps you want to join us at the garden but you don’t get a lot of free time without your kids, or you would like to teach your kids all there is to learn from tending a garden. Either way, here at High Street Garden we love when families (with kids of all ages) join us. I joined the Community Garden this year and thought I would share some tips that I have learned from bringing my almost 2 year old with me...

10 Reasons You Should Garden

September 23, 2020

Everybody knows that gardening is good for you. Here are our top 10 reasons why we think you should garden with us!

About the High Street Community Garden

By Jules • August 26, 2020

Learn more about the High Street Community Garden, how it works, and how to get involved

Recipes

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Marinated Eggplant

September 3, 2021

This tried and true marinated eggplant recipe will keep you coming back for more!

Jules' Gotu Kola Sambola Kale Salad

By Jules • September 1, 2020

A delicious fresh kale salad, made with ingredients from the High Street Community Garden

Amanda's Simple Salsa

August 25, 2020

This fresh salsa recipe is a great way to add flavour to any dish. Using freshly picked garden tomatoes is our favourite way to make any salsa!