What's Happening at Canticle Farm? Heavenly Harvest Photos

 

Our first annual Heavenly Harvest event occurred Sunday, September 27, 2009 at the farm. Activities included lunch, music, magic, balloons, animals, a bucket auction and raffles. In spite of the cool temperatures and a few rain drops, everyone enjoyed the afternoon.

 

 

Everyone at the Heavenly Harvest appreciated the music provided by the Allegheny River Band.

 

 

The Allegheny River Band played music all afternoon for the Heavenly Harvest.

 

 

Ben observes the 3 hamsters in the cage.

 

 

Rebecca takes Buddy, the sheep, for a walk and Rosey, the white puppy, follows along.

 

 

Phil Houghton entertains the kids with a magic show.

 

 

Dave McHenry, the Balloon Man, puts the finishing touches on his latest balloon creation.

 

 

Lori and her family show off their balloon hats.

 

 

Mark and the Ballon Man have a quiet conversation.

 

 

Kris builds her salad at the Salad Bar that featured Canticle Farm produce. Click here to go to the Recipes and Advice page to view the recipes used at our Heavenly Harvest event.

 

 

Thanks to everyone who participated in the bucket auction and raffles. The money raised at the Heavenly Harvest will be used to donate food to the area's needy families in 2010.

 

For the Heavenly Harvest: 

  • Thank you, to our sponsors:  Both Branch and Hendrix, CUTCO, Olean General Hospital and St. Bonaventure University.
  • Thank you, to all the shareholders, volunteers and employees who did such a great job cleaning up the farm and reflection area before the Heavenly Harvest.
  • Thank you, to the Development Committee for all of their hard work, which made the first Heavenly Harvest a success.
  • Thank you, to Rita, Rebecca and Ben Besok for bringing their large variety of animals for everyone to enjoy.
  • Thank you to Phil and Anne Houghton for the magic show.
  • Thank you, to Dave McHenry, also known as the Balloon Man, for entertaining the children with balloon art.
  • Thank you, to the Allegheny River Band for entertaining the masses.
  • Thank you, to St. John's Parish for lending chairs.
  • Thank you, to the Motherhouse staff for helping with various tasks.
  • Thank you, to all of the volunteers who gave of their time in many ways.
  • Thank you, to all who donated mugs, pop up tents and auction items.
  • Thank you, to the ReHabilitation Center for providing parking and restrooms.