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SUMMARY:Holiday Shopping at Garden in the Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join Native Plant Trust at the Garden Shop at Garden in the Woods for holiday shopping this November and December! Skip the lines and come shop our collection of unique gifts\, local goods and fair-trade items. We have something for everyone on your list. \nThe Garden Shop is open Thursday through Saturday\, 10am to 3pm from November 7th through December 21st. Please note\, we will be closed Thanksgiving week. \nWhen you arrive at the garden\, press the call button on the keypad and a member of the garden staff will open the gate for you. \n\n\n\nDate/time details\nThursday – Saturday 10am to 3pm (CLOSED Thanksgiving week).\n\n\nLocation\n180 Hemenway Road\, Framingham\, MA 01701
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/holiday-shopping-at-garden-in-the-woods/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T080000
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UID:48649-1732348800-1734800400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Family Holiday Fun at Chestnut Mountain Christmas Tree Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Conveniently located in the heart of Western Massachusetts\, Chestnut Mountain Christmas Tree Farm is your destination for a magical holiday experience.\nJust minutes from RT 91 in Hatfield\, MA\, our 150-acre family-run farm in the heart of the Pioneer Valley offers not only the perfect setting but also premium\, expertly grown Christmas trees known for their fullness\, freshness\, and long-lasting fragrance. More than just trees\, we specialize in creating lifelong memories—whether it’s cutting your tree with your family\, sipping hot cocoa\, or enjoying a horse-drawn wagon ride. \nJoin the Schrader family and make your holiday season unforgettable at Chestnut Mountain Christmas Tree Farm! \n2024 SEASON SCHEDULE \nNovember 23rd – December 21st\n11am-4pm Wednesday-Friday\n9am-4pm Saturday & Sunday \n– Leashed dogs welcome\n– No tree-tagging this year\n– Closed on Thanksgiving Day \nWe accept cash and all major credit cards \nCONTACT INFO\nBob: (413) 687-1806\nJake: (413) 575-1426\nEmail Us: schrader50@gmail.com \nADDRESS\n126 Mountain Road\nHatfield\, Mass\n01038 \nJoin us at Chestnut Mountain Christmas Tree Farm for the 2024 holiday season! Bring your family for a fun-filled day outdoors\, choosing from hundreds of trees grown on our 150-acre farm. With over 30\,000 trees planted\, you’re sure to find the perfect one to take home and create lasting memories. For added convenience\, we also offer pre-cut trees! \nTree Varieties Available:\nBalsam Fir\nFraser Fir\nCanaan Fir \nTree Pricing:\nChoose & Cut Trees: $75 plus tax (Up to 8 feet)\nPre-Cut Trees: $90 plus tax (8-9 feet)\nTable Top trees: $40 plus tax (3-4 feet)\n”Charlie Brown Trees”: Discounted and priced individually \nHandmade Wreaths and Crafts\nCheck out our beautiful handmade wreaths\, holiday ornaments\, and other local crafts \nSweet Shop\nVisit our sweet section for delicious fudge\, maple treats\, and more \nFun on the Farm! \nAfter picking your tree\, stay for complimentary hot cocoa and cookies. We also offer weekend hay rides for the entire family. Or pack a lunch and have a picnic with us. Don’t leave without stopping by the workshop for wreaths\, maple syrup\, tree stands\, and local crafts! \nHorse-Drawn Wagon Rides\n$2 per person (5 and under free)\nAvailable Select Weekends. Weather Permitting. \n\n\n\n\nAll photos by Chestnut Mountain Christmas Tree Farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/family-holiday-fun-at-chestnut-mountain-christmas-tree-farm/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T163000
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SUMMARY:PYO Christmas Tree--Cranston's Christmas Tree Farm
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to pick your own Christmas Tree! Cranston’s Christmas Tree Farm opens in November\, 2024. \nLocation\nPhysical Address:\n372 Baptist Corner Road\nAshfield\, MA 01330\nSee map below \nContact Us:\n(413) 628-0090 or  cranstonstreefarm@gmail.com \nFacebook\nInstagram \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHours\n2024 Opening Dates\nSat & Sun\, November 23 & 24\n12:00 to 4:00\nClosed through Thanksgiving \nGrand Opening:\nFri\, November 29 at 9:00am \nClosing:\nSun\, December 22 at 4:30pm\nfor the season \nHours:\nSat & Sun 9:00am – 4:30pm\nWed – Fri 12:00 – 4:30pm\nClosed Monday & Tuesday \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrices\nYour Tree… Your Choice\nAll cut your own trees and our pre-cuts are $72 plus tax unless individually priced. \nTrees up to 8 1/2 ft. are available. \nTree baling $2. \nOur hand-made wreaths\nand maple products are\npriced as marked. \nWe accept cash\, check\, MasterCard\, Visa\, Discover \n\nAll photos by Cranston’s Christmas Tree Farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pyo-christmas-tree-cranstons-christmas-tree-farm/
LOCATION:Cranston’s Tree Farm\, Ashfield
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T170000
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UID:48644-1732870800-1735059600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:PYO Christmas Tree at Hillside Christmas Tree Farm
DESCRIPTION:Hillside Christmas Tree Farm is a family owned Christmas tree farm growing cut-your-own balsam and fraser fir Christmas trees. We also sell pre-cut Christmas trees ranging in size from tabletops to nine feet. Other holiday products include wreaths\, garland and kissing balls. \nPrices: All cut-your-own trees are $50. Pre-cut tree prices vary based on size and density. \nWe accept cash or check. \nWe are open daily from 9 to 5 from Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve or until sold out. For best selection\, come early. \nWe are located on Rte. 143 in Chesterfield but our mailing address is 286 Main Rd. in Williamsburg. GPS uses the mailing address.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pyo-christmas-tree-at-hillside-christmas-tree-farm/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T090000
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SUMMARY:PYO Christmas Trees at Kingsbury Farm
DESCRIPTION:We grow our very own Christmas Trees here at Kingsbury Farms since 1985\, and also make our own Christmas Wreaths. Having been in the business of growing Christmas Trees for two generations\, we know how to grow them right! We have Frazier\, Balsam Fir\, Scotch Pine & White Spruce up to 12 ft. tall. \nPrices for our trees are as follows: \n\nChoose & cut: $50\nPre-cut trees: $65\nWreaths: $20\nKissing balls: $33\nSwags: $10\n\nWe will be open on weekends from Thanksgiving to Christmas\, 9am-5pm. \n \nYou can come to the farm early and choose your tree and tag it to come back and cut closer to Christmas. \nWe also produce maple syrup every year during the sugaring season\, and our syrup is available year-round at our farm stand. \nKingsbury Farm\n143 Sandgully Road North\nSouth Deerfield\, MA 01373 \nPhotos by Kingsbury Farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pyo-christmas-tree-at-kingsbury-farm/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T163000
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UID:48610-1732872600-1735057800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cut-your-own Christmas Tree at Ioka Valley Farm
DESCRIPTION:Open weekends from Thanksgiving to Christmas from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. The energetic may cut their own tree right from the field\, or you may purchase a fresh-cut tree at our farm stand.\n\n(Gift shop & Fresh Cut Christmas Trees open Fridays\, 12 pm – 4:30 pm).\nGet away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and come to the farm where a real Christmas tree makes “Scents!” Ioka Valley Farm offers three varieties of Christmas trees.\n\nReminder Ioka has a NO Pet policy\, thank you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChoose From:\n\nConcolor Fir\nFraser Fir\nCanaan Fir\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe carry the “Stand Strait” Christmas tree stand. We will drill your tree and wrap it for travel and for ease in getting the tree into your house. You can also take time to warm yourself by our woodstove and nibble on some fresh popcorn as you browse through our farm stand with its selection of wreaths\, handcrafted decorations\, gifts\, our pure maple syrup & specialty maple products.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cut-your-own-christmas-tree-at-ioka-valley-farm/
LOCATION:Ioka Valley Farm
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T203000
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UID:48717-1732899600-1735504200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:McCray's Farm Holiday Light Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Christmas Light Show! \nExperience the magic of our Holiday Light Stroll\, featuring over 400\,000 hand-strung bulbs that transform our farm into a winter wonderland. Starting November 29th at 5:00 P.M.\, enjoy a 30-45 minute enchanting walk filled with sparkling trees\, glowing tractors\, and twinkling tunnels. \nTickets are $15 per person if you pre-order before opening night. Starting on November 29th\, adult tickets will then increase to $18 per person\, and children under 12 will remain at $15\, with free entry for children two and under. Secure your spot by purchasing tickets online to ensure availability. Follow us on Facebook for updates and join us for a festive and memorable evening!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mccrays-farm-holiday-light-stroll/
LOCATION:McCray’s Farm\, 55 Alvord Street\, South Hadley
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T233824
CREATED:20241107T190443Z
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UID:48547-1732959000-1733067000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 30-Sunday\, December 1st\, 9:30-3:30\n\nJoin us for our annual Choose & Cut Christmas Tree Adventure! Take a wagon ride through the farm and down to the Christmas Tree fields. Select your tree from the thousands we have available\, stay warm by the fire and let us net your tree so it is easy to get home! Weekends Only- Weather Dependent- Dress for the outdoors and enjoy the ride!\n\nDon’t want an adventure? We will have plenty of pre cut trees available to choose from at the Farm Store\, starting after Thanksgiving.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/choose-cut-christmas-tree-adventure/
LOCATION:Apex Orchards Farm Store\, 225 Peckville Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T233824
CREATED:20241114T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T162200Z
UID:48603-1733484600-1734276600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Get into the holiday spirit with McKinstry Farms!
DESCRIPTION: McKinstry Farms Christmas Event – December 6-7 & 14-15! \nGet into the holiday spirit with us at McKinstry Farms! Join us for a fun-filled Christmas celebration on December 6-7 and 14-15 from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm.\n Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus from 12-3 pm Enjoy Hay Wagon Rides Browse our selection of Christmas Trees Take part in a fun Scavenger Hunt Visit with Farm Animals Savor some tasty S’mores Scouty’s Scoop Shack will be open for seasonal treats!…and much more!\nTickets are just $10 per person for anyone wishing to participate in activities (parents accompanying children are free!). It’s the perfect way to make magical memories with your loved ones this holiday season.\nWe can’t wait to share the holiday cheer with you!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/get-into-the-holiday-spirit-with-mckinstry-farms/
LOCATION:McKinstry Market Garden\, 753 Montgomery StreetChicopee\, MA
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T233824
CREATED:20241114T174041Z
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UID:48617-1733558400-1733659200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast with Santa at Ioka Valley Farm
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast with Santa 2024 \nDecember 7th  & 8th \n8:00am – 12:00noon \n\nOpen weekends from Thanksgiving to Christmas from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. The energetic may cut their own tree right from the field\, or you may purchase a fresh-cut tree at our farm stand.\n(Gift shop & Fresh Cut Christmas Trees open Fridays\, 12 pm – 4:30 pm).\nGet away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and come to the farm where a real Christmas tree makes “Scents!” Ioka Valley Farm offers three varieties of Christmas trees.\nReminder Ioka has a NO Pet policy\, thank you!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/breakfast-with-santa-at-ioka-valley-farm/
LOCATION:Ioka Valley Farm
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T233824
CREATED:20241017T131550Z
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UID:48281-1734015600-1735120800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Culture - A Gathering of Jewish Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Jewish farmer\, rancher\, homesteader\, or food systems professional? We’d love to have you at our upcoming conference! We’ve done away with the application process and registration is OPEN!\nThis event will convene 120 Jewish farmers for a weekend of learning and community building at Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center in Falls Village\, CT. \nSliding scale registration starts at $180 for our working farmers and includes lodging and meals for the whole event! \n\nLEARN MORE HERE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cultivating-culture-a-gathering-of-jewish-farmers/
LOCATION:Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center\, 116 Johnson Road\, Falls Village\, CT\, 06031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Farm Network":MAILTO:Conference@JewishFarmerNetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T233824
CREATED:20241121T183942Z
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UID:48688-1734800400-1734807600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Caroling and Cocoa with Heart of the Valley chorus
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we serenade the animals at the farm with holiday caroling led by the Heart of the Valley Chorus! \nWe’ll meet in front of the barn to enjoy warm beverages and to warm up our voices\, then we’ll walk the very short distance to our goat barn/pasture as we sing traditional holiday songs (song sheets will be provided). \nWhen we’re done\, guests can stay and warm up in the barn while exploring our holiday Barn Shop featuring local and regional items inspired by the theme “Cozy Kitchen Creativity”. \nWe’ll have treats to eat\, drinks to sip\, and plenty of small business-made goods for last minute holiday hosting and gifting. \nRSVP to https://www.pausepivotfarm.com/contact \nThis event is donation optional\, all are welcome.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/caroling-and-cocoa-with-heart-of-the-valley-chorus/
LOCATION:Pause and Pivot Farm\, 74 South Street\, Williamsburg\, MA\, 01096\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T233824
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T194843Z
UID:48560-1734858000-1734863400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Santa & Mrs. Claus visit Apex Orchards
DESCRIPTION:Say hello to Santa and Mrs.Claus on Sunday\, December 22nd! They will be visiting Apex Orchards from 9:00 am to 10:30 am!\nWe will have delicious Mini Cider Donuts\, Hot Chocolate\, and Hot Apple Cider as well as Choose and Cut Christmas trees!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/santa-mrs-claus-visit-apex-orchards/
LOCATION:Apex Orchards Farm Store\, 225 Peckville Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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