Here’s a short introduction to me, the founder of ElderCamp. My name is Kathryn, and I have spent the past 20 years self employed as a goldsmith making custom wedding and engagement rings.
My childhood was full of learning new things - I started sewing at 6, we had a darkroom for photography developing in our home starting when I was 10, I cooked with my nana, gardened with my grandad, learned knitting, crochet, needlework, canning, woodworking…and so many other things.
It has always been important to me to learn new creative things, and as a result, I have become a go-to person to ask for help when starting a project.
ElderCamp has been created in part as an extension of that, but also while learning that canning 100lbs of tomatoes by yourself is stupidly difficult. And making dumplings by yourself takes forever, but seems to fly by with a friend.
There are always projects I want to try, and other people want to try them too. So, let’s do it together - forget DIY - I’m all done with being isolated.
Come learn with me, come help me, let’s help each other, let’s make new friends and build community.
#community #eldercamp #ditogether #hamont #canning #preserving #breadmaking #meetthemaker #hamontmakers #skillshare
Sandwiches on a pretzel?! 🥨 Yes fam! Does it work? Maybe it’s a f@/$ing mess, but it’s so so good, and we bake our pretzels fresh everyday.
Be messy. Enjoy! 😉
#hamont #hamonteats #pretzels
What’s Canning and why can it kill you? Sign up to our next workshop “Canning For Shelf Storage” and learn about
• safety!
• saving money!
• maximizing your garden yields!
• creating a cache of delicious pickles and preserves to pepper your pantry the whole year!
Go to the website. There’s a link in the bio or use a search thingy. Come have fun with us! Taste, make, and take home.
#hamont #hamontevents #canning
Part-Time Baker / Café Staff — Eldercamp
8–20 hours/week
Eldercamp is a neighbourhood bakery and café in the heart of Barton Village. We’re looking for an enthusiastic Baker/Café Staff member to join our small, close-knit team. If you love food, people, and early mornings — we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
• Prepare baked goods, pastries, and food items following established recipes
• Greet and serve customers; take orders, handle transactions, and prepare beverages
• Assist & work the line during service for breakfast and lunch preparing menu items
• Maintain a clean workspace and follow Ontario food safety standards
• Work independently during early-morning shifts and manage tasks without close supervision
• Assist with opening/closing duties and pitch in wherever needed
Availability — Must-Have
• Early morning availability is required (shifts starting 5–7 AM). Please apply only if you can commit to these shifts consistently.
• Approximately 8–20 hours per week
What We’re Looking For
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain — required under Ontario legislation)
• Bread baking experience is required — demonstrated ability to work with dough and follow baking recipes confidently
• Able to work independently and take initiative, especially during early-morning shifts
Reliable, punctual, and a genuine team player
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25 lbs
Why Eldercamp
A real neighbourhood spot where you’ll know your regulars
Flexible part-time hours that work around your life
A small, supportive team where your contributions matter
How to Apply
Interested in joining the Eldercamp team? Send your resume and a few words about yourself to [email protected] Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Our menu this weekend! Available Saturday and Sunday. We do not have a reservation system so will not be taking any.
Our regular daily menu may be limited to accommodate brunch items.
We will have LOTS OF PRETZELS! 🥨
Hope to see you! ❤️
#hamont #hamontbrunch #pretzels
🌸April showers bring May flowers! 🌺 Our new drink collection features light floral flavours
🌹 Rhubarb Rose Shrub
🪻Lavender Lemonade
🌺 Elderberry Hibiscus Iced Tea
🪷 Honey Jasmine Iced Tea
🌻 Strawberry Chamomile Iced Tea
🌸 Elderflower White Tea
And watch for more specials coming this month! WE MAKE GREAT DRINKS!
#hamont #hamontdrinks #nonalc
We make great drinks! Including Shrubs 🌳
Coming in May - a whole new collection of Floral drinks 🌺
▫️Ice Teas
▫️Lemonades
▫️Shrubs
▫️Smoothies
And more!!! We’re excited for you to try them!
#shrubbery #hamont #hamontdrinks
Wow! I’ve been waiting to try these pretzels for quite some time and they absolutely did not disappoint. In fact, they blew me away! I was planning on saving this pizza pretzel for later in the day, but it didn’t even make two blocks before I do it!
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