A Cornerstone Of The Community: Bethany Hero

BETHANY, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Lisa Gaw, who is nominating Lars Demander and Clover Nook Farm.

Where the nominee lives:
Bethany

Name of the nominee:
Lars Demander & Clover Nook Farm

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Farmer

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Lars opened Clover Nook's farm store 1.5 months early in order to be able to provide residents with access to fresh produce, meat, eggs, and other goods in a safe, contact-less way. They set up an online ordering system, and he and his employees assemble them for pickup. Their ingeniousness and hard work have made a huge impact on reducing the potential for exposure.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Lars and his family have been in Bethany for hundreds of years, and their farm, Clover Nook, is a cornerstone of this community.

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.