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SUMMARY:Unusual Edible Fruits for the New England Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Advice for both experienced orchardists and novices alike on the practice of growing pawpaws\, persimmons\, quince\, Asian pears\, elderberries\, and more. Exploring everything from basic cultivation to pest and disease issues. Berkshire Botanical Gardens Members $20; Nonmembers $25 \nBerkshire Botanical Garden\n5 West Stockbridge Road\nStockbridge\, MA 01262 \nFor more information visit our website: berkshirebotanical.org \nOr Phone: 413-298-3926 \nOr Email: info@berkshirebotanical.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/unusual-edible-fruits-for-the-new-england-landscape/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, 5 West Stockbridge Road\, Stockbridge\, MA 01262
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170204T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170123T210702Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Pollinate Your Garden! Understand Pollinators and How to Create Native Plant Habitats for Them
DESCRIPTION:Join Elizabeth Farnsworth\, Senior Research Ecologist with New England Wild Flower Society\, for a lecture and discussion about how to attract pollinators to your garden. The talk will identify the major pollinators of plants in our region and explore how different pollinators interact with different shapes\, sizes\, and colors of flowers. Learn how to create safe habitats for pollinators\, and how to choose pesticide-free\, seed-grown plants that will give you–and many other species–joy for years to come. \nElizabeth Farnsworth is Senior Research Ecologist with the New England Wild Flower Society\, and a biologist\, educator\, and scientific illustrator. She previously coordinated planning for the conservation and management of more than 100 species of rare plants. She is a member of the graduate faculties of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and the University of Rhode Island\, and has taught at Smith College\, Hampshire College\, and the Conway School of Landscape Design. Elizabeth has been a scientific consultant to the National Park Service\, The Trustees of Reservations\, U. S. Forest Service\, Massachusetts and Connecticut Natural Heritage Programs\, United Nations\, and many other organizations. \nFor more information: Roger Conant\, 413.256.4827
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-pollinate-your-garden-understand-pollinators-and-how-to-create-native-plant-habitats-for-them/
LOCATION:Pelham Library\, 2 South Valley Road\, Pelham\, MA\, 01002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170204T210000
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: INHABIT
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join Nutwood Farm on Saturday\, February 4th at 6:30pm at the Cummington Community House for a free community screening of INHABIT: A Permaculture Perspective. \nBeautiful and poignant\, INHABIT features the voices and visions of social and ecological changemakers in the Northeast and beyond. The film presents a sweeping vision of “a new way of being and relating to the Earth\, a reminder that humans are capable of being forces of planetary healing.” \nBefore the film\, Nutwood Farm farmers will share their current plans to grow hazelnuts and other perennial staple foods on their farm\, along with their own 3-minute video and details about the launch of their crowdfunding campaign. How can we all find ways to inhabit our earth\, our community\, and our place more fully? What could we accomplish if we all work together? \nAdmission is free and open to all. Refreshments will be served. The event begins at 6:30pm at the Cummington Community House\, 33 Main Sreet\, Cummington. Childcare will also be provided during the film screening. \nFor more information please call Sara at 413-824-1840 or email nutwoodfarmers@gmail.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/film-screening-inhabit/
LOCATION:Cummington Community House\, 33 Main Street
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T110258
CREATED:20170123T205456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170123T205521Z
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SUMMARY:Green Industry Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:What: Green Industry Career Fair \nWhere: Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center\, Sturbridge\, MA \nWhen: Tuesday\, February 7\, 2017 ~ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nCost: It’s FREE but pre-registration is required \nWho should attend: those looking for a career in Environmental Horticulture! The MNLA Green Industry Career Fair is where landscape\, nursery and greenhouse companies will connect with individuals looking for jobs in the green industry. \nWho will job seekers meet at the Career Fair?  Landscape\, nursery and greenhouse companies will be on hand to talk with job seekers about a wide variety of jobs. The industry needs irrigation technicians\, project managers\, foremen\, salespeople\, managers and supervisors\, horticulturists and licensed applicators\, landscape designers\, equipment and fleet mechanics\, people with CAD experience and laborers. Green industry companies have offices and need support staff on their teams\, too.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/22120/
LOCATION:Sturbridge Host Hotel\, Sturbridge \, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170208T170000
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SUMMARY:Food Product Development Considerations: Beyond the Concept
DESCRIPTION:The Franklin County Community Development Corporation is excited to offer a unique opportunity for those starting\, or interesting in starting\, food businesses. \nProduct Development Considerations: Beyond the Concept will be held at the CDC in Greenfield\, Massachusetts on February 8th  from 9am-5pm. \nThis class\, taught by Amanda Kinchla M.S.\, Food Science Extension Specialist at UMass Amherst\, will cover everything from food safety and risk management\, establishing processes and controls\, labeling and regulations\, as well as financial considerations. Usually a $500-$600 course\, we are offering it for $200\, lunch included. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-product-development-considerations-beyond-the-concept/
LOCATION:Franklin County CDC Food Processing Center\, 324 Wells Street\, Greenfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170212T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170212T133000
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CREATED:20161024T141147Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Why Buy Local?
DESCRIPTION:Why Shop Local is the brainchild of Jasper Lapienski\, a Northampton resident who has no affiliation with Serio’s Market other than as a customer. Jasper grew up in Amherst and has lived in Northampton since 2009. Jasper has been bringing our community together for a cause ever since\, organizing for peace with the Northampton Committee to Stop the Wars\, the Western Mass Coalition for Palestine\, and Jewish Voice for Peace; supporting (mostly losing) political campaigns as Visibility Coordinator for the Bardsley Campaign Committee and Campaign Manager for the Committee to Elect Blue DuVal; and promoting public transportation as a rider representative on the Franklin Regional Transit Advisory Committee. \nParticipants will be treated to loads of free samples\, demo products\, and special deals and will have the opportunity to participate in raffles and win prizes. Serio’s deli will be open for business and all seminar participants will be offered the Sandwich of the Day for 50% off as well as a menu of various options for lunch\, which will be served in-store after the presentation. For more information on the Why Shop Local seminars or to speak or feature your business at one\, email jasper (insert @ if you’re human) whyshoplocal.org. You may also CLICK HERE to join the seminar series email list. \nFebruary 12\nLocal Beginnings: BUILDING A BUSINESS IN NORTHAMPTON
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/seminar-why-buy-local-4/
LOCATION:Serio’s Market\, 65 State Street\, Northampton
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170216T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T155349Z
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SUMMARY:Northfield Mount Hermon Farmers' Market Teach-In
DESCRIPTION:What is the Farmers’ Market Teach-In?\nThe purpose of the day is two-fold. The “teach-in” element gets our students thinking about local food: how it’s produced\, distributed\, and valued within the community. Many of our faculty members devote the day to focusing on relevant topics in their area of study; from science to world languages\, arts to history\, and many more. Participating experts — farmers\, agricultural scientists\, chefs\, and local government officials\, among others — visit classes to share their knowledge. \nThe “market” part of the day takes place at the center of campus\, where students\, faculty\, and staff congregate to learn about and purchase locally produced goods such as seedlings\, early vegetable crops\, cheese\, salsa\, honey\, wool\, pollinator products\, and a variety of other items. There are also educational booths teaching visitors about topics such as nutrition\, preservation of agricultural land\, and food justice. Pictures of last year’s Farmers’ Market Teach-In are at this link. \nWhen will the Farmers’ Market Teach-In take place?\nMay 5\, 2017. Guests hosting a booth at the Farmers’ Market Teach-In may arrive as early as 8 am and should have their booths set up by 10:30 am. The official Farmers’ Market is open to NMH classes from 11 am–4 pm\, and is open to the public 2–4 pm. Guest speakers will be matched with appropriate classes\, which begin as early as 8 am and run in 80-minute increments throughout the day. Classes start at 8 am\, 10:10 am\, 11:40 am\, 12:20 pm\, and 2:20 pm. \nWhere is the Farmers’ Market Teach-In? \nThe market will be in the center of campus at 1 Lamplighter Way\, Gill\, Massachusetts. Events and classes will be held throughout the campus. We will send a map to participants closer to the date of the event. \nHow can I be involved? \nThere are numerous ways to participate. We invite you to consider the following: \n\nSell products at the market or host an informational table. The most popular tables are interactive\, offering students an opportunity to try a hands-on activity or sample wares.\nVisit one or more of our classes as a guest speaker.\nBring livestock to campus for market-goers to encounter.\nSuggest an innovative way of connecting students/market attendees to food systems. We are open to your ideas!\n\nTo sign up\, click on this link and fill out the registration form. \nHow much does it cost to participate\, and what do I need to provide for my Farmers’ Market booth?\nParticipation is free. NMH will provide a table with tablecloth\, tent\, chairs\, and electricity (if needed) for your booth. We encourage your booth to be manned by at least two people. If you are selling products\, you will need insurance coverage\, and as a speaker you will need to provide proof of automobile insurance. (Details will be provided in the event contract.) \nHow do students get involved?\nMany classes have been given specific tasks for their visits to the market. Some will have questions to answer\, and this year we will share those questions with you in advance. Some will be interviewing participants to learn more about careers in food systems. Some will shop\, especially for Mother’s Day gifts. NMH students tend to be engaged and curious\, and will be eager to connect with you.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northfield-mount-hermon-farmers-market-teach-in/
LOCATION:Northfield Mount Hermon\, 1 Lamplighter Way\, Gill\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T110258
CREATED:20170112T150231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170112T150231Z
UID:22050-1487352600-1487363400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Amherst Food Co-op Membership Event
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar! The Amherst Food Co-op is hosting it’s second membership building event\, an evening of music\, food\, and community on Friday\, February 17 from 5:30 to 8:30 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 867 North Pleasant St.\, Amherst. (Doors open at 5:30\, event starts at 6:00) \nAt 230 member-owners and counting\, the Co-op is planning to reach 300 member-owners before spring. At the same time\, the Co-op is raising funds from donors to finance the market feasibility study they need to identify the best location for the market\, to estimate the market’s optimal scale\, and other important information. \nNow more than ever\, this is the time for people to build connections through community. As a community and worker-owned food co-op\, Amherst Food Co-op needs your support to become a reality. Join them in investing in your community. And don’t forget to bring a friend! \nFor more information\, contact the Co-op at amherstfoodcoop@gmail.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/amherst-food-co-op-membership-event/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church\,\, N. Pleasant Street\,\, N. Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170219T140000
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CREATED:20170203T154619Z
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SUMMARY:Homestead Woodlot Management Workshop with David Cantieni: NOFA
DESCRIPTION:Smart forest management can help you move towards energy independence while also providing additional income. This woodlot management workshop is meant to empower owners of small woodlots to start a management program of their own. \nDavid Cantieni will share his personal experience of living in the woods for the last 30 years and his journey of forest stewardship. He’ll discuss and demonstrate how to do a forest assessment\, with emphasis on species diversity\, canopy openness\, aesthetics\, wildlife habitat\, and timber quality. David will dive into economic considerations of forest management including regional timber markets\, selling cordwood\, and more. There will also be discussion of scale-appropriate tools and technology to aid you in your forestry work. \nThis workshop also includes a hands-on demonstration of some tools of the trade: chainsaws\, chokers\, peavies\, and more. You’ll also get to watch David demonstrate how he bucks up his logs. \n \nAbout the Instructors: \nDavid Cantieni grew up in spending lots of time in the forests of rural Pennsylvania where he and his brother did all those things that country kids must do\, such as cutting down a tree with an ax\, making trails (secret if possible)\, finding dead animals\, and getting lots of poison ivy. In college\, his studies included agriculture and ecology. Ultimately\, he and his partner found 40 acres of ex-pasture\, now forest land\, to build a house on. He’s been sustainably stewarding those woods ever since through lots of time being\, observing\, and reveling in the forest and all it’s aspects. \nRegister Online Now or Mail In This Registration Form \nMore Info \nLimited scholarships are available for beginning farmers (those growing 10 or less years) who are active NOFA/Mass members. To apply please click here. \nCost: NOFA/MOFGA Member – $40\, Non-member – $50 \nFor information on our refund and inclement weather policy\, click here. \nFor questions contact Dan Bensonoff\, education events organizer\, at dan@nofamass.org or 860-716-5122
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/homestead-woodlot-management-workshop-with-david-cantieni-nofa/
LOCATION:David Cantieni’s House\, 105 Hawks Road\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170225
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SUMMARY:Little Brook Farm Camp
DESCRIPTION:Little Brook Farm Camp is a children’s educational program that takes place on a small family farm in Sunderland. The farm owner and camp director is a DOE certified educator and Registered Nurse. Children at camp will have the opportunity to learn about livestock and sustainable agriculture. Campers start each day by helping with morning chores\, such as collecting eggs and feeding the animals. Children learn how to interact and relate to the animals\, developing trust and their own self confidence. The February week will focus on lambing and there will be many new lambs born. Our day runs from 9 AM to 3 PM. Campers are ages 6 – 12. Camp fees are $250/week.  We are offering a discount to CISA members this year for the February and April camp weeks of $20 off  per child per week. Call Kristen Whittle at 413-665-3802 or visit us online. Registration form available online or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/little-brook-farm-camp-2/
LOCATION:Little Brook Farm\, 334 Russell Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01345\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T110258
CREATED:20170216T193657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T193657Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Dinner at Barstow's Longview Farm
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an easy hot meal for the whole family?  Join Barstow’s Longview Farm on Tuesday\, February 21 between 4pm and 7pm for their first ever Winter Dinner! The menu will feature their homemade Shepherd’s Pie\, sauteed green beans\, and\, for dessert\, warm Apple Crisp. Plates are $12 each and $8 for kid’s sized plates. \nMeals will be available for takeaway too – call ahead\, pop inside to order\, or stop through the drive-thru. Their whole kitchen will be open until 7pm. And as with all of their special events\, please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages. This event is family friendly and commuter friendly!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-dinner-at-barstows-longview-farm/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T110258
CREATED:20170111T183330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170111T183330Z
UID:22033-1488027600-1488034800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Maple Sugaring at Home
DESCRIPTION:How to identifying suitable trees\, the when and how of collecting sap\, the boiling down process for the home setting\, and preserving the syrup for year-round use. Participants will install spiles\, develop collection schedules\, and boil down maple sap to syrup. A tasting will follow. Dress for the outdoors. Berkshire Botanical Gardens Members $25; Nonmembers $30 \nBerkshire Botanical Garden\n5 West Stockbridge Road\nStockbridge\, MA 01262 \nFor more information visit our website: berkshirebotanical.org \nOr Phone: 413-298-3926 \nOr Email: info@berkshirebotanical.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maple-sugaring-at-home/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, 5 West Stockbridge Road\, Stockbridge\, MA 01262
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170227
DTSTAMP:20260603T110258
CREATED:20161228T222801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170206T202757Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Agriculture and Food Conference
DESCRIPTION:About the Conference\nWhether you’re a professional farmer\, a backyard gardener\, or just curious about locally grown food\, this is the event for you! Each year\, the lineup includes workshops for the general public as well as info-packed sessions for farmers and gardeners of all experience levels. \nRegistration includes a locally-sourced lunch  and at the Resource Fair you’ll learn about local organizations and businesses that provide services and products to help you grow\, whether you’ve got a hundred acres or a couple of window boxes. \nThe Department of Transitional Assistance will also be on hand to help direct-sale retailers sign up to accept SNAP benefits. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-agriculture-and-food-conference/
LOCATION:Bristol County Agricultural High School\, 135 Center Street\, Dighton\, MA\, 02715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170226T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170226T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T110258
CREATED:20170223T151049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170223T151049Z
UID:22525-1488112200-1488123000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Radical Seed Saving: Collect\, Preserve and Propagate
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Feb 26th\, 12:30-3:30 @ Laughing Dog Farm\, Gill\, MA \nFarmer Dan practices an opportunistic\, “guerrilla gardening” approach to seeds and propagation\, allowing Nature and Time to do much of the heavy lifting. He will discuss and demonstrate traditional and alternative strategies for selecting\, growing and gathering valuable heirloom seed as well as tactics for propagating and transplanting seedlings\, around the calendar\, even in chilly New England. Participants in this workshop will handle\, clean (and appropriate some!) home-gathered seed (cucurbits\, nightshades\, alliums\, greens…) as well as consider several out-of-the-box gathering and propagation schemes appropriate for gardeners\, backyard growers\, small farmers\, etc. Workshop includes a greenhouse tour\, Q and A\, plus hot soup\, bread and goat cheese around the kitchen woodstove\, afterwards. \nSuggested donation $25-$35. No one turned away. \n\nRSVP requested. 413-863-8696 or go to this Facebook link.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/radical-seed-saving-collect-preserve-and-propagate/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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