Mill to host farmers’ market

The Mayor, Alderman Victor Robinson and Jenni Coulter, the councils business development officer for arts and culture launch the upcoming Market at The Mill with Patricia Gilbert and Hinirch von Broembsen from Ballylagan Organic Farm. INNT 16-622con

The Market at the Mill has been organised in association with Ballylagan Farm and will feature Ballyclare man and television personality Dick Strawbridge.

The Celebrity Masterchef finalist will be showing off his culinary talents during a cookery demonstration in the entrance of the theatre to show people how to make the best use of the wide variety of locally sourced produce.

In addition there will be family entertainment with face painting, arts and crafts, balloon modelling, jazz music and a vast array of craft, gift and produce stalls including rustic country crafts, Abernethy Butter and Cogry House preserves.

Money raised during the event will go to the Mayor’s charities.

Alderman Victor Robinson said: “This is going to be a great family day out and get ready to have your taste buds seriously tempted with all the delicious produce on offer.

“All proceeds from the event will go to my three charities: Epilepsy Action NI, Alzheimer’s Society and Reach.”

Tickets are priced £5 per adult, £2.50 per child and a family ticket for two adults and two children is priced at £10.

Booking is essential and tickets can be bought through the box office on 9034 0202 or online www.theatreatthemill.com.