The First Annual Greenfield Winter Fare was held in 2008, sparked by Juanita Nelson's desire to get more people in Franklin County to eat local food year-round. Farmers' Markets had been popular in the summer months, but during the winter, most people went back to buying trucked in vegetables from the grocery store. The Greenfield […]
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Food Justice, HipHop, and Race, A conversation with Gardening the Community Co-Executive Director Ibrahim Ali. Ibrahim will speak about his understanding of food justice, the important link between hiphop and food, and how race and racism play out in his role at Gardening The Community. Saturday, February 2, 2019 10:15 a.m.— 12:15 p.m., doors open […] |
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A WORKSHOP BY THE PEOPLE’S INSTITUTE FOR SURVIVAL AND BEYOND Participants will explore what racism is, where it comes from, how it functions, why it persists and how it can be undone. The workshop emphasizes learning from history, developing leadership, maintaining accountability to communities, creating networks, undoing internalized racial oppression and understanding the role of […]
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This one-day intensive explores the biotic and abiotic components that create native soils and explains how these factors inform local flora. The class takes a closer look at soil structure and soil biology in miniature lab experiments.
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Ancient grains are nutrient-rich and delicious! Join pastry chef Rachel Portnoy as she demystifies using the ancient grain einkorn in all types of baking both savory and sweet. Einkorn is one of the oldest and lesser known ancient grains, a relative of modern wheat with a more easily digested gluten. "Gluten-safe" einkorn can replace wheat […]
$45 – $55
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Winter Fare at the Amherst Winter Market Indoors @ the Hampshire Mall, Target Hallway, 10am - 2pm AM: Kraut making/ food restoration/preservation demonstrations Antique milk bottle exhibit from the Amherst Historical Society Timber frame from Mass Woodland Institute Clay pottery demonstrations with Deborah Bazer Toddler shoe making Market Story Booth: Shutdown Tales (share your recent […] |
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Join local beekeepers on the second Tuesday of each month at 6pm on the grounds of Berkshire Botanical Garden. Each month’s meeting, will involve season-appropriate discussions and demonstrations using the BBG apiary, weather permitting. Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Road Stockbridge, MA 01262 For more information visit our website: http://www.berkshirebotanical.org/ Or Phone: 413-298-3926 Or […] |
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Saturday, February 16th, 1:00-4:00 PM Laughing Dog Farm, Gill, MA This is an intro-level class for any inspired grower, chef or "foodie" seeking to reliably produce amazing, nutrient-dense food, around the calendar, on small, backyard plots, rooftops, in containers, passive solar hoophouses, etc., under a variety of "marginal" and real-life conditions. Inspired both by permaculture […] |
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The Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts (SBN) is thrilled to partner with Dirigo Food Safety for another food safety webinar on Wednesday, February 20th from 12:00-1:00pm. In this Q&A-style webinar Dr. Michele Pfannenstiel will discuss Dirigo Food Safety's STRIVE model, which helps businesses and their workforce feel Safe, Trained, Respected In, Valued, and Empowered, and answer your […] |
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This workshop will demonstrate the beloved New England tradition of making maple syrup at home, using the sugar bush on the grounds of the Berkshire Botanical Garden. Chris Wellens, Director of Education at BBG, will cover all aspects of maple sugaring: identifying suitable trees, the when and how of collecting sap, the boiling down process […]
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Mass Aggie Seminars 2019: A Home Garden Series Home Orchard Pruning A Hands-on Workshop Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. led by Mr. Jon Clements and Ms. Liz Garofalo Park Hill Orchard, 82 Park Hill Rd. Easthampton, MA 01027 The joy of growing fruit in the home garden is enjoying a […]
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Warm up this winter during this hands-on cooking class all about making simple yet flavorful soups at home. The class will emphasize utilizing common pantry items as well as botanicals. Professional cook and television personality, Anna Gershenson, will lead the class in making a thick and hearty red lentil soup, quinoa, spinach, and feta chowder, […]
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What: Green Industry Job Fair Where: Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center, Marlborough, Massachusetts When: Tuesday, February 26, 2019 ~ 1:00 - 5:00 PM & Wednesday, February 27, 2019 ~ 9 am – 12 PM Cost: It’s FREE but pre-registration is required Stay Updated: https://www.facebook.com/events/501119310399372/ Who will job seekers meet at the Job Fair? […] |
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Mass Aggie Seminars 2019: A Home Garden Series Pruning Grapes A Hands-on Workshop Saturday, March 2, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Led by Ms. Sonia Schloemann UMass Cold Spring Orchard, 391 Sabin Street, Belchertown, MA Grapes are one of the most universally enjoyed fruits available. Many of the new varieties have excellent taste, […]
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Eating seasonally can get a little tricky in the time between the seasons. This will be a hands-on class, so push up your sleeves and get ready to make Winter Borscht, Herb and Goat Cheese Popovers, Radicchio and Chickpeas with Creamy Lemon Dressing, and Baked Apples with Maple Ice Cream. We'll wrap it up with […]
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