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SUMMARY:Prospect Meadow Farm Open House & Community Day
DESCRIPTION:ServiceNet and Prospect Meadow Farm invites the local community to a free family friendly open house and community day on the farm located at 103a Prospect St. in Hatfield\, MA.  The open house and activities will take place on Friday\, May 17th from 3:30pm-6:00pm. This event will feature guided farm tours\, animal demonstrations\, lawn games\, professional magic shows\, all age rock music\, a free dessert bar\, and concessions available from the local food truck the Bistro Bus. \nProspect Meadow Farm is a nonprofit social enterprise working farm that empowers physically\, mentally\, developmentally\, and economically challenged individuals to find meaningful activity through work in agriculture related fields. \n*Rain Date is May 20*
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/prospect-meadow-farm-open-house-community-day/
LOCATION:Prospect Meadow Farm\, 103A Prospect St\, Hatfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130517T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130517T213000
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SUMMARY:Presentation of "Root\, Hog or Die"
DESCRIPTION:This 40-year-old documentary tells the stories of the last old time horse farmers of Franklin County in their own voices\, faces\, ingenious technology and well-tended land. Newly restored and digitized\, Rawn Fulton’s film provides vibrant and down-to-earth historical context for the resurgence of local agriculture\, CSAs and micro-farming today. A piece of film art about our neighbors as elegantly simple as Shaker furniture. Directed by Rawn Fulton. 1974. B&W.NR. 60 min.\n*Join the director and a panel of local farmers on Saturday evening to celebrate and reflect on local farming then and now.\nFri. 7pm – Paul Crook & Carol DeLorenzo – Celtic tunes & fun/funny songs\nSat. 7pm – Whistlestop – fiddle & banjo \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/presentation-of-root-hog-or-die/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130423T215018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T215018Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Seed and Plant Exchange
DESCRIPTION:The Hilltown Seed Saving Network will hold our first annual Spring Seed and Plant Exchange.  Find the perfect plant for your garden\, or the right variety of seed for summer crops.  Bring seeds\, seedlings\, and perennial divisions to share.  There is no scheduled programming at this event\, but Tevis Robertson-Goldberg of Crabapple Farm will be on hand to answer questions.  This is also a great opportunity to meet other Hilltowners who are interested in seed saving\, and compare notes.  To be held at the Community House\, 33 Main Street\, Cummington.  Bring seeds and plants starting at 10am\, take seeds and plants starting at 10:30am\, and continuing until 2pm. \nFor more information contact Sadie Stull at 413-634-5013\, or Michael Alterman at 413-358-6919 or alterman@speakeasy.net.  We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-seed-and-plant-exchange/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T191544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T191544Z
UID:1665-1368871200-1368918000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Free Gardening Classes at Wilder Hill Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Visit our website for the weekly class topics\, follow Lilian’s blog\, and enter the Question of the Week Contest to win a $10 gift certificate to Wilder Hill Gardens. Come to one class or all four! Call 413-625-9446 for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/saturday-morning-free-gardening-classes-at-wilder-hill-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130425T220911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130520T185647Z
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SUMMARY:Wheel-View Farm Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Wheel-View Farm Open House to see where and how your local beef is raised.  Bring a picnic and enjoy the view.  There will be grass-fed beef\, maple syrup & cream\, and cider jelly available. \nFor more information and to visit the farm’s website click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wheel-view-farm-open-house/
LOCATION:Wheel-View Farm\, 212 Reynolds Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T213000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130426T172850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130426T172850Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation of “Root\, Hog or Die”
DESCRIPTION:This 40-year-old documentary tells the stories of the last old time horse farmers of Franklin County in their own voices\, faces\, ingenious technology and well-tended land. Newly restored and digitized\, Rawn Fulton’s film provides vibrant and down-to-earth historical context for the resurgence of local agriculture\, CSAs and micro-farming today. A piece of film art about our neighbors as elegantly simple as Shaker furniture. Directed by Rawn Fulton. 1974. B&W.NR. 60 min.\n*Join the director and a panel of local farmers on Saturday evening to celebrate and reflect on local farming then and now.\nFri. 7pm – Paul Crook & Carol DeLorenzo – Celtic tunes & fun/funny songs\nSat. 7pm – Whistlestop – fiddle & banjo \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/presentation-of-root-hog-or-die-2/
LOCATION:Memorial Theater\, 51 Bridge St\, Shelburne Falls
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130522T133000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130423T213344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T213344Z
UID:3656-1369213200-1369229400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:PVGrows Spring Forum: Local Food for Schools\, Hospitals\, & Other Institutions
DESCRIPTION:How can we advance farm-to-institution connections in the Pioneer Valley? \nIn a healthy food system\, nutritious locally grown foods are being served in schools\, hospitals\, prisons\, and other institutions.  Come to the PVGrows Spring Forum to learn how these partnerships are being built\, and what you can do to support their growth. \nOur first plenary speaker is Kelly Erwin\, Founder and Director of the MA Farm to School Project\, on the important role of farm-to-institution connections in building a healthy food system.  Kelly will give a primer on the many forms these partnerships can take- ranging from a farmer selling direct to an institution to other models with multiple “middlemen.”  More speakers to be announced soon! \nWe’ll be hosted by UMass Dining Services\, which sources an impressive 28% of its produce locally.  We’ll learn about their relationships with farmers\, distributors\, and students\, and then we’ll enjoy one of their locally-grown lunches. \nInteractive sessions are designed to connect you to people and organizations with farm-to-institution challenges and solutions similar to your own. \nAnd as usual\, the Forum includes structured networking\, opportunities for collaboration\, and a locally grown lunch! \nRead more about the PVGrows Forum. \n\nThis event is open to anyone working for a healthy food system in the Pioneer Valley.\nSpace is limited to 120.\nThe Forum is free. ($10 lunch food donation suggested).\nWed\, May 22\, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm\n10th Floor of the UMass Hotel & Conference Center\, Amherst\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pvgrows-spring-forum-local-food-for-schools-hospitals-other-institutions/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130521T180539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130521T180539Z
UID:4298-1369242000-1369249200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Atkins Farm Grand Reopening
DESCRIPTION:Atkins Market has grown and changed substantially since our opening day\, a little over 50 years ago. One notion that remains\, and always will\, is our commitment to the surrounding communities and local marketplace. \nA ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. with the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce and Atkins Farms President\, Pauline Lannon. \nStop by for dinner!!! We’ll be grilling up 50 cent Hot Dogs. 50 cent Spring Water\, Root Beer or Cider. Look for other “Fabulous 50” cent specials throughout the store. \nDOOR PRIZES – SCAVENGER HUNT – FREE SAMPLES & more! \nFOOD AND BEVERAGE TASTINGS will be provided by Atkins Farms\, Berkshire Brewing Company\, People’s Pint\, Carr’s Cider House\, Mount Warner Vineyard\, Maple Valley Ice Cream\, Pioneer Valley Popcorn\, Mother’s of Shelburne\, Rao’s Coffee\, Ooma Tesoro’s Marinara\, Equal Exchange Chocolate and a number of other local vendors! \nCooking Demonstrations with Chef Bill. \nLive Remote with the Street Team from KIX 100.9
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/atkins-farm-grand-reopening/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T192119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192119Z
UID:1673-1369476000-1369486800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass Aggie Seminars: Native Pollinator Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Pollination is an important step in growing all fruits and many vegetables. While most people know about honey bees\, native bees are also important pollinators. Encouraging native bees and other beneficials by providing nesting and forage habitat is easy and fun for the home gardener. Learn about how to build bee blocks and which flowering plants make good forage habitat. Participants will build nest boxes to bring home to their gardens. Registration is $50\, click here for more information on how to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-seminars-native-pollinator-conservation/
LOCATION:Land’s Sake Farm\, 27 Crescent St\, Weston\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130527
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T192311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192311Z
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SUMMARY:NOFA's Spring Cheesemaking Workshops: Making Simple Cheeses
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides a general understanding of how milk is made into cheese and what to look for when selecting milk for cheese-making. The workshop is primarily hands-on\, demonstrating what the milk and curds and cheese look like at each step of the process. Learn to diagnose and fix problems during the process to produce delicious cheeses\, even if things don’t come out precisely as intended.  $65 NOFA members; $70 non-members.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofas-spring-cheesemaking-workshops-making-simple-cheeses/
LOCATION:Oake Knoll Ayrshires at Lawton’s Family Farm\, 70 North St\, Foxborough\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130527T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T191720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T191720Z
UID:1667-1369648800-1369652400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Free Gardening Classes at Wilder Hill Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Visit our website for the weekly class topics\, follow Lilian’s blog\, and enter the Question of the Week Contest to win a $10 gift certificate to Wilder Hill Gardens. Come to one class or all four! Call 413-625-9446 for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/saturday-morning-free-gardening-classes-at-wilder-hill-gardens-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130530T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T203736Z
UID:4470-1369915200-1369922400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Experiencing New Perennials
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/experiencing-new-perennials/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130521T172256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130521T172256Z
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SUMMARY:Pancake Breakfast for Puffers Pond
DESCRIPTION:The tradition of eating pancakes to support Puffers continues\, and once again\, they will be homemade\, whole grain\, and made from local ingredients donated by local farms. But this year\, we’ll have twice the number of griddles\, so no long lines! All-you-can-eat pancakes and coffee are only $8 for adults\, $6 for kids. For more information\, contact Debbie at dzeiden@comcast.net.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pancake-breakfast-for-puffers-pond/
LOCATION:Mill River Recreation Area\, North Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130529T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T182708Z
UID:4385-1370080800-1370106000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Flexible Farmers Workshop with Lydia Irons
DESCRIPTION:With the Starseed Farm Project well underway\, we welcome you to join us in a day-long retreat of connecting with the land and one another in a way that nourishes us all. Lydia Irons is a licensed massage therapist who specializes in teaching farmers and gardeners how to safely and effectively use common farm tools such as shovels\, rakes and hoes so that we can be productive in our work and still take care of our most important tools of all\, our bodies. After a community-style potluck lunch\, there will be opportunities to schedule individual massages with Lydia\, put your new-learned skills to work in our garden\, and explore the extensive Starseed grounds. \nLydia’s 90-minute workshop will cover: \nFunctional anatomy (what everyone should know about their body)\nThe Four Rules for good body mechanics (economy of movement\, protecting joint space\, assessing the task and body positioning)\nInjury prevention tips (how to warm up\, maintain and restore from the work you do)\nHow to maintain the overall health of the working body and care tips for problem places\nHandouts and Q&A \nProgram Schedule:\n10:00 Meet and connect. Introductions and check-ins.\n10:30 Lydia Irons delivers 90-minute workshop.\n12:30 Potluck lunch.\n2:00 – 4:00 Opportunity for scheduling massages with Lydia; putting new techniques to work in the fields; free exploration of the grounds.\n5:00 Closing and departure. \nPrice: pay what you can\, nobody will be turned away\, $30-60 suggested sliding scale\nPlease RSVP by May 30 by sending an email to starseed@bcn.net.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/flexible-farmers-workshop-with-lydia-irons/
LOCATION:Starseed Sanctuary\, 672 Chapel Road\, Savoy
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T191825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T191825Z
UID:1669-1370080800-1370127600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Free Gardening Classes at Wilder Hill Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Visit our website for the weekly class topics\, follow Lilian’s blog\, and enter the Question of the Week Contest to win a $10 gift certificate to Wilder Hill Gardens. Come to one class or all four! Call 413-625-9446 for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/saturday-morning-free-gardening-classes-at-wilder-hill-gardens-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130520T202650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130520T202650Z
UID:4284-1370167200-1370201400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:WGBY Asparagus Festival
DESCRIPTION:10am-4pm ~ Community Festival\nFREE admission! \n12-2pm ~ Asparagus Luncheon \nPrepared by local restaurants\nTicket Required\n \n4:30-7pm ~ Beers & Spears \nLocal Craft Beer Tasting\nTicket Required \nEnjoy music rooted in the Valley\, courtesy of Signature Sounds. Food provided by local farms. See art and craft vendors\, storytelling by Tom McCabe from Paintbox Theater\, Curious George\, baby bison and asparagus-themed activities for the whole family!  \nLearn more about sustainability from featured speakers and vendors. More details and tickets here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wgby-asparagus-festival/
LOCATION:Seven Sisters Market Bistro & Long Hollow Bison Farm\, Route 9\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130417T183535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T181717Z
UID:3511-1370178000-1370196000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Farm Wineries & Growers Association is pleased to present the inaugural Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival on June 2nd. This not-to-miss event will take place at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton from 1:00 – 6:00 PM. Join your fellow wine enthusiasts for an incredible day of sampling over 70 wines from some of the finest farm wineries in Massachusetts. The day will also feature samples and sales of locally produced specialty foods and gourmet caterers. Live jazz music will serve as a backdrop for your enjoyment. As a special feature\, Boston Wine School and Jonathon Alsop will be on site to conduct mini wine education classes every hour on the hour. It’s like Boston Wine School coming to you! Admission tickets to this 21 and over event are $45 each. A $5 banding fee\, which includes a souvenir wine glass\, tote and event program\, is required for anyone wishing to sample wine. Tickets go on sale through Groupon on April 16th in the Hartford\, Springfield and Worcester markets. These tickets will be offered for a limited time as a 2 for the price of 1 deal. If you are not a Groupon member\, click here to join. It’s free! Tickets for the festival are limited and will sell fast. Click here for additional information and a list of participating wineries.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/taste-of-massachusetts-wine-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130529T182313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T182313Z
UID:4383-1370201400-1370210400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Old Friends Farm Presents: The Washed Up Beulah Band in concert
DESCRIPTION:If you know them\, you love them. If you haven’t heard them yet\, you are in for a real treat! The Washed Up Beulah Band is a quartet of singers who formed during the 2012 Northern Harmony Tour of Europe. They perform Jubilee style radio-quartet music from the 1930s and 1940s. They perform a unique singing style that bridges the gap between sacred and popular music. The quartet breaths new life into traditional African-American spirituals\, hymns\, and folk songs by tapping into the playfulness and pizazz of rag-time\, blues\, and jazz–making them appealing to religious and secular audiences alike. Jubilee singing has become increasingly rare\, so we are fortunate to have this opportunity to hear this amazing\, rhythmic\, harmonizing singing here in Amherst! \nThe Beulah Band draws on the influence of such groups as The Golden Gate Gospel Quartet\, the Soul Stirrers\, The Selah Jubilee Singers and the Kansas City Gospel Singers (among many others). They sing this throw back sound with both humor and energy in hopes that it may inspire others to approach Jubilee singing as a tradition worthy of reviving. \nThe Washed Up Beulah Band is: Arthur Davis\, Luke Hoffman\, Kenny Shimizu\, and Wheaton Squire. \nSuggested donation $12.00. Please RSVP to Casey: grow@oldfriendsfarm.com or 413-687-5676
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/old-friends-farm-presents-the-washed-up-beulah-band-in-concert/
LOCATION:The Blue Barn at Bramble Hill\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130521T175323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130521T175323Z
UID:4295-1370253600-1370278800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing of The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture will be holding a Public Hearing on matters relative to Agriculture\, Dairy\, Forests\, Pets\, and Snowmobiles. A full agenda is available here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/public-hearing-of-the-joint-committee-on-environment-natural-resources-agriculture/
LOCATION:David Prouty High School\, 302 Main Street\, Spencer
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130520T202900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130520T202900Z
UID:4286-1370282400-1370300400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The "Spearit" Gala
DESCRIPTION:The magical evening begins with a signature martini\, courtesy of Hadley’s V-One Vodka\, with guest of honor Sara Moulton.  \nThen enjoy a dinner created by restaurants and chefs from western New England and PBS chef Sara Moulton. Each recipe will be paired with a wine sample provided by State Street Wine and Spirits. \nLive music provided throughout the evening by Old Country Road.\n \nCelebrate the local asparagus crop and support WGBY’s local programming and services. More details and tickets here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-spearit-gala/
LOCATION:The Lord Jeffrey Inn\, The Common\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130530T200248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T211509Z
UID:4458-1370426400-1370440800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Big Bad Bugs and Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Robert Bergeron from Bonide Products A series of educational talks and demonstrations -casual and uncomplicated – between 10-2 on selected Wednesdays. Look for the colorful “Learn About” Kiosk\, where you’ll find our ‘experts’. Bring in a sample (in a plastic baggie) of that desiccated leaf\, damaged bark or that dreaded bug.  Bob can help you identify it\, decide what options you have and then deal with it.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/big-bad-bugs-and-diseases/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130605T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T192813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192813Z
UID:1679-1370448000-1370624400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Slow Living Summit
DESCRIPTION:Strolling of the Heifers presents the third annual Slow Living Summit in downtown Brattleboro VT — a conference focused on the development of nurturing and mutually supportive communities\, bioregions and economic systems. We invite thought leaders\, entrepreneurs\, educators\, community leaders\, artists\, faith leaders\, wellness practitioners and engaged citizens to gather for a deep\, mindful and collaborative exploration of key questions and problems facing our world and our communities\, integrating mind\, body\, spirit\, nature and community in arriving at holistic\, balanced solutions. For more information click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/slow-living-summit/
LOCATION:Downtown Brattleboro\, Brattleboro\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130530T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T211406Z
UID:4475-1370541600-1370548800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hydrangeas - So Many Varieties\, So Little Time
DESCRIPTION:A series of educational evening walks and talks around the nursery.  These informal talks are full of information by experts in the field.  Sometimes there will be handouts\, sometimes drawings\, always good company and useful information. We start at 6:00\, but feel free to show up any time and catch part of it. Rich Bartoes – Imperial Nurseries\, Wholesale Shrub and Hydrangea Grower\, will review many of the 50 varieties of hydrangeas that his company grows\, adding their advantages and specific traits for each one. He will also answer the age old questions of pruning\, soil acidity vs. color and the best hydrangeas for different sites. Bring your questions and he will bring some giveaways\, as well as answers.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hydrangeas-so-many-varieties-so-little-time/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T202255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T202639Z
UID:1686-1370592000-1370797200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Strolling of the Heifers Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of fun and education for the whole family\, built around the world-famous\, agriculturally-themed Strolling of the Heifers Parad\, which takes place Saturday\, June 8 at 10 a.m. sharp on Brattleboro’s historic Main Street. Watch scores of lovable heifer calves led by future farmers\, followed by many other farm animals\, bands\, tractors\, floats\, clowns and much more. When it’s over\, follow the crowd to the all-day 11-acre Slow Living Expo for food\, music\, dance\, demonstrations\, exhibits and fun\, all related to our mission of sustaining family farms by connecting people with healthy local food.  For more information click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/strolling-of-the-heifers-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T191928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130604T234329Z
UID:1671-1370685600-1370689200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Woody Shrubs and the Perennial Border
DESCRIPTION:This class is part of a series of Saturday morning free gardening classes at Wilder Hill Gardens. Visit our website for the weekly class topics\, follow Lilian’s blog\, and enter the Question of the Week Contest to win a $10 gift certificate to Wilder Hill Gardens. Come to one class or all of them! Call 413-625-9446 for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/saturday-morning-free-gardening-classes-at-wilder-hill-gardens-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130310T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T202137Z
UID:1684-1370685600-1370696400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops 2013: Planting and Maintanence
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be a continuation and more in-depth information on main garden planting\, monitoring of: insects and disease\, thinning\, weeding\, mulching\, watering\, fertility\, and fertilizing.  It will also cover foliar\, side-dressing\, compost teas\, cover crops\, green manures\, and saving seeds.  Class size is limited to 10\, $25/class or $100 for the full series.  Space permitting\, no one will be turned away for lack of cash and barter will be considered.  For more information or to register call 978-544-6347 or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-workshops-2013-planting-and-maintanence/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130613T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130613T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130604T195822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130604T200133Z
UID:4520-1371144600-1371148200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Day Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Food Day\, scheduled for October 24\, 2013\, aims to transform the “American Diet”. Food day priorities are to promote safer\, healthier diets\, support sustainable and local farms\, reduce hunger and increase access to healthy food\, and support fair working conditions for food and farm workers. \nThe planning meeting will address how you want Food Day to take place locally; ways to build off last year’s activities\, identify key groups and priorities to target\, and how your organization can use Food Day to promote your current work for a sustainable food system in Massachusetts. Get involved and make a difference! \nCommunity engagement throughout the state is crucial to truly have a grassroots impact\, so we hope you will join us to learn\, network\, share your thoughts\, and join in the coalition that is leading the charge for healthy\, sustainable\, and affordable food in your state. Please RSVP rose.arruda@state.ma.us if you plan to attend a meeting for Food Day 2013!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-day-planning-meeting/
LOCATION:MDAR Office\, 101 University Drive\, 3rd Floor\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130530T204328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T211915Z
UID:4480-1371146400-1371153600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Organic Herb Growing
DESCRIPTION:Howard Prussak – High Meadow Farms in Putney\, Vermont Organic Growers.  High Meadow Farms is Vermont’s oldest certified organic farm. They specialize in growing organic potted herbs as well as heirloom tomatoes and other unusual vegetables. Howard will educate us about unusual herbs as well as old favorites and really\, how can you overwinter that rosemary?
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/organic-herb-growing/
LOCATION:Hadley Garden Center\, 285 Russell Street\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130613T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130611T184705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130611T184705Z
UID:4698-1371150000-1371155400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Permaculture in Your Backyard
DESCRIPTION:Heard of “Permaculture” and not sure what it is? Come learn the basics of Permaculture Gardening and how YOU can apply it to your backyard \n\nPermaculture designers see through a specific lens that guides their designs\, including location\, perennial and annual complements\, and soil health. Learn how to see through the Permaculture lens and find support for the projects you envision..  We explain Permaculture Gardening\, show you how it is being used all over the Northeast\, and give you strategies for your own yard.\nHosted by Llani Davidson founder of Gardens for Change\, www.localgardensforchange.com\, a consultation service focused on permaculture design and edible landscapes.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/permaculture-in-your-backyard/
LOCATION:Leverett Library
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T212707
CREATED:20130529T180930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T181007Z
UID:4339-1371578400-1371589200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop Clinic for Facilitators & Trainers
DESCRIPTION:Are you involved in food systems\, permaculture\, local agriculture\, or sustainability? Are workshops\, presentations\, or education events part of your work\, mission or program? Do you ever wish you didn’t have to go it alone\, had some help with planning and preparation?\nLots of people have incredible knowledge and wisdom to share\, but want help figuring out where to focus their limited workshop time\, what mix of activities will keep participants engaged and inspired\, and how to best balance providing expertise and encouraging participants’ sharing from their own experiences. And for others\, it’s the registration\, marketing\, logistics or big-picture educational programming that are a challenge. I’m a trainer and do my own workshops and programming\, and I’ve helped others plan and do theirs. We all want rave reviews and maximum impact – so let’s figure out together what works! Call or email for more information\, and to register: Debbie Lynangale at d.lynangale@wap.org\, 802-258-0124.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-clinic-for-facilitators-trainers/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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