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On Sunday, April 12th, from 8am-1pm, HewnEvanston's beloved bakery known for their hand forged bread and pastrieswill host a benefit for Andy Hazzard of Hazzard Free Farm. Hazzard Free Farm in Pecatonica, IL has been a family farm since 1847, but Andy took a portion of the farm in 2007 to focus on organic grains. Andy specializes in heirloom and ancient grains that are are unbleached, unbromated and non-GMO. Andy recently lost her entire crop of emmer farro, her new mill and several tractors in a fire. The owners of HewnEllen King and Julie Mattheihave a close relationship with Andy, as they use many of her whole grain products at their bakery and are big fans of her farm and philosophy. Ellen and Julie are proud to host this event, as supporting other local, small businesses is an important part of Hewn's mission.

BENEFIT FOR HAZZARD FREE FARM AT HEWN

WHO: The owners of HewnEllen King and Julie Mattheiwill host a fundraiser for Andy Hazzard, who will also be in attendance.

WHAT: Hewn is hosting a benefit for Andy Hazzard of Hazzard Free Farm, who recently lost her entire crop of emmer farro, her new mill and several tractors in a fire. Hewn will be selling Andy's retail bags of flour, oats and other items. Hewn will also donate a portion of sales that day to Andy and will sell raffle tickets for items donated to the event from neighboring businesses and wholesale partners including Found Kitchen, Union, Boltwood, Sketchbook Brewing Company, Red 7 Salon, Fawn Studio, Cooked, Whole Foods South, Secret Treasures, Soapies, Stumble and Relish, Squeezebox Books, Paramour Bungalow, Now We're Cookin’, Lollie, Spex, and Four Finches. There will be live music from a local jazz trio from 10am-1pm.

Hewn is a very proud member of the Evanston community, and as small business owners, Ellen and Julie consider it very important to rally other independently-owned businesses to help support their neighbor and fellow farmer.

WHERE: Hewn | 810 Dempster Street; Evanston, Illinois

WHEN: Sunday, April 12th from 8am-1pm

WHY: To raise money for this deserving farmer and have a great time doing it, while enjoying Hewn's homemade bread, pastries and sandwiches. Pizza from Union Pizzeria will also be available for purchase.

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