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SUMMARY:Greater Quabbin Food Alliance Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nemail: kowalski@mountgrace.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/greater-quabbin-food-alliance-spring-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180609T230000
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SUMMARY:Barnfest 2018
DESCRIPTION:Join Fabric of Life at our 2018 celebration of traditional handcrafts\, agriculture\, music and dance! Enjoy an afternoon of live folk music\, local foods\, and family-friendly hands-on crafts\, and stay for a community potluck dinner\, dancing and music into the wee hours. \nBARNFEST is Fabric of Life’s annual benefit event — participation is free\, but voluntary donations and a percentage of vendor sales will support Fabric of Life’s mission. \nSchedule:\n1 – 3pm: Sample (and bring home) local fare\, including home-grown bread\, pickles\, beer and wood-fired pizza. Admire and purchase beautiful handcrafted items for your home \n2pm: Scandinavian folk music jam AND Kids folk dance workshop AND Ukulele workshop for all \n2 – 5pm: Watch demonstrations and participate in traditional handcrafts\, such as weaving\, spinning\, timber framing\, blacksmithing and natural dyeing \n3:30pm: Balkan Folk Music Jam with the Harris Brothers \n5pm: Potluck Supper — bring a main dish side dish\, salad or dessert \n6pm: Balkan Sing-a-long \n7pm: Concert \n8pm: Dance party and socializing with live music\, with a performance by youth folk dance troupe Mladost at 8:30
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/barnfest-2018/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180610T120000
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SUMMARY:Beneficial Bug Tour of Nasami Farm
DESCRIPTION:Tour the greenhouses at Nasami Farm; see how common pests are successfully managed with biological controls in lieu of pesticides. Biocontrols are intentionally released insects\, mites\, nematodes\, and microorganisms. Scout for some of these beneficial bugs and their prey. Learn about the grisly end of an aphid that encounters a predatory wasp. Bring a hand lens and sun protection.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/beneficial-bug-tour-of-nasami-farm/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180405T155655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T155655Z
UID:27035-1528624800-1528639200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Poultry Processing and Butchering 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Stillman’s Quality Meats at the farm for a hands-on day of poultry processing and butcher education. In this workshop participants will be guided through a safe and humane demonstration on poultry slaughter. Participants will then learn about poultry anatomy followed by a hands-on butcher demo\, in which participants will get to cut up and take home their own chicken. There will be a discussion about the best way to cut up a chicken\, different cuts and cooking methods. You will be a “spatch-cocking master”! \nThis is a hands-on workshop in a farm/processing environment. Participants should plan to bring suitable clothing (you will be getting dirty)\, an apron\, a sharp kitchen knife\, cutting board and willingness to learn! Participants will take home a freshly butchered chicken\, including an SQM goodie bag. Additionally all participants will receive 10% off purchases made at the farm that day. \nThe class will be followed by a 100% LOCAL farm lunch with bounty from the farm and surrounding farm community. \nFind more information and register here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/poultry-processing-and-butchering-101/
LOCATION:Stillman Quality Meats\, 3674 Greenwich Road\, Hardwick\, MA\, 01031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180616
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
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UID:27133-1528675200-1529107199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Armed to Farm 2018
DESCRIPTION:The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) is bringing its nationally recognized Armed to Farm training to Troy\, New Hampshire. The Armed to Farm Program provides military veterans the skills they would need to transition from a military life to a farming life and is offered free-of-charge thanks to a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. \nArmed to Farm is scheduled for June 11 – June 15\, 2018 at The Inn at East Hill Farm in Troy\, NH. The event is free for those chosen to attend; lodging\, transportation to local farms\, and most meals will be provided. Participants must pay their own travel costs to and from the event. \nVeterans can visit ncat.org/armedtofarm to complete an application by April 27\, 2018. The program is available to military veterans in the Northeast who are interested in starting a farm or who have recently begun farming (less than 10 years). Spouses and farming partners are also invited to apply. NCAT will notify selected participants by May 4. \nArmed to Farm combines engaging classroom sessions with farm tours and hands-on activities. Participants learn about business planning\, budgeting\, recordkeeping\, marketing\, livestock production\, vegetable production\, and more. Participants gain a strong foundation in the basic principles of operating a sustainable and regenerative farming enterprise. In addition\, Armed to Farm attendees join a nationwide network of supportive farmer-veterans and agricultural advisors.\nInstructors for this New Hampshire Armed to Farm will include NCAT sustainable agriculture specialists\, UNH Cooperative Extension agents\, representatives from USDA agencies\, and experienced crop and livestock producers.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/armed-to-farm-2018/
LOCATION:The Inn at East Hill Farm\, 46 Monadnock Street\, Troy\, NH\, 03465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180530T211738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180614T182117Z
UID:27618-1529150400-1529161200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:River Valley Coop Local Hero Day
DESCRIPTION:This year\, CISA celebrates 25 years of supporting Pioneer Valley farms and farmers\, working to build a resilient\, fair\, and delicious local food system. \nThere are over 200 Local Hero farms helping to feed our Valley – come by River Valley Coop on June 16th to meet some of them and taste their delicious products during their first Local Hero Day! \nStoneman Brewery will be debuting their new beer\, Tractor Ryed IPA\, brewed specifically to honor CISA’s 25th anniversary! \nVendors \n\nStoneman Brewery\nFull Moon Ghee\nAstarte Farm\nWinter Moon Roots\nAtlas Farm\nPioneer Valley Popcorn\nWheelview Farm\nQueens Greens
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/river-valley-coop-local-hero-day/
LOCATION:River Valley Coop\, Northampton
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180517T133359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180521T203657Z
UID:27536-1529834400-1529859600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Just Roots Spring Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Just Roots Spring Farm Fest is a celebration of the start of the 2018 Season! \nThe festival will have vendors and informational booths filled with wonderful local businesses and organizations who support sustainability\, local agriculture\, buying local and building community. There will be farm tours\, free workshops\, food and live music! Just Roots will be selling seedlings and hosting activities for kids! Come explore the farm for a walk and visit\, or spend the day dancing\, learning and getting inspired! \nFind more info here: justroots.org/events/spring-fest/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/just-roots-spring-fest/
LOCATION:Just Roots Farm\, 34 Glenbrook Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180515T161302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T155229Z
UID:27507-1530208800-1530216000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Workshop for Farmers: Park Hill Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an early evening farm tour and round table with our hosts\, Russell Braen and Alane Hartley at Park Hill Orchard who practice the “Three T’s” of agritourism – Tours\, Talks and Tastings – in order to create meaningful participatory experiences for visitors. \n” There are several areas of tension in every agritourism operation. Parts of the business that are always at issue and never will be perfect. Things like PYO pricing and management\, food and visitor safety\, parking issues\, children and parenting\, arrangements for older and disabled people – not to mention dialing in the profit centers\, branding and publicity\, sponsorship and product placement\, labor practices\, regulation. \nWe propose to sit down\, round table style\, and share the bit we know about the devils in the details and we would really like to hear the experiences and insights gleaned from other operations like yours. So if you’re interested in what it’s like to have thirty thousand folks visit your farm during the three month season then make it a point to attend!” \n~ Owners/Managers Russell Braen and Alane Hartley \nLocation: Park Hill Orchard\, 82 Park Hill Road\, Easthampton\nPresenter: Russell Braen and Alane Hartley\, owners and operators of Park Hill Orchard \nRSVP below OR to Stevie Schafenacker via email or at (413) 665-7100\, ext. 27 \n\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisa-workshop-for-farmers-park-hill-orchard/
LOCATION:Park Hill Orchard\, 82 Park Hill Road\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180712T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180712T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180709T160045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T160045Z
UID:27996-1531420200-1531427400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:1st Franklin Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \n1st Franklin Candidates Forum \nThursday\, July 12\, 2018\n6:30 – 8:30 PM\nShea Theater Arts Center\n71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\nThis event is FREE to the public. \nModerated by: Monte Belmonte\nSpecial Guest: State Representative Paul Mark \nCo-sponsored by The Food Bank of Western MA\, the Franklin County Resource Network Public Policy Task Force\, and CISA
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/1st-franklin-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:Shea Theater\, 71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180715T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180416T160645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T160645Z
UID:27137-1531656000-1531675800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Crush Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:The best local wine tasting experience in New England! \nSample over 75 award-winning Massachusetts wines\, hard ciders\, and meads from over 20 wineries across the state\, along with local handcrafted cheeses\, chocolates\, and delicious small bites. Meet the winemakers\, enjoy The Gardens at Elm Bank\, and take home bottles of your new favorite wines! \nTICKETS: $35 \n$25 PRESALE TICKETS \nON SALE NOW THROUGH MOTHER’S DAY! \n(but only while they last…plan ahead & save!) \nLocated just 30 minutes outside of Boston\, The Gardens at Elm Bank feature over 30 acres of fields\, forests\, and formal gardens. When you’re done sipping and shopping\, you are welcome to wander the unique gardens on the property. This is a rain or shine event\, our wine tasting festival is indoors! \nCHOOSE YOUR SESSION: \nSession One: 12:00PM-2:00PM\n(Last Call at 2:00pm; Shop & Mingle until 2:30pm) \nSession Two: 3:00PM-5:00PM\n(Last Call at 5:00pm; Shop & Mingle until 5:30pm)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/crush-wine-festival-2/
LOCATION:The Gardens at Elm Bank Horticulture Center\, 900 Washington Street\, Wellesley\, MA\, 02482\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180405T143702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T143702Z
UID:27014-1532167200-1532174400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Creating and Implementing a Comprehensive IPM Plan
DESCRIPTION:An Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan is a tool for growers to control pests in a timely\, safe\, and efficient manner and a key to producing and maintaining healthy plants. An IPM plan includes sanitation and prevention\, conservation\, and augmentation methods using beneficial organisms. Participants will explore\, discuss\, and begin work on individual IPM plans.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/creating-and-implementing-a-comprehensive-ipm-plan/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180705T150420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180705T150420Z
UID:27976-1532167200-1532174400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Horse-Powered Farming in the Hilltowns at Sawyer Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Hilltown Land Trust at Sawyer Farm in Worthington to learn how and why this family farm uses horses instead of tractors to plow and work their fields\, and how they came to choose sustainable\, organic farming practices to produce vegetables and meat for the local community. The event will include a talk by the farmers with a Q&A\, a visit to the farmstand\, and a demonstration of the horses in action! This event is suitable for adults and children ages 5 and older. \nSawyer Farm is an organic\, horse-powered\, family farm in Worthington. Established in 2010 by Lincoln Fishman and Hilary Costa\, Sawyer Farm grows produce and raises animals in a sustainable\, eco-friendly manner. Their farm store is open daily\, all year long\, selling produce\, meat\, cheese\, honey\, art\, and other products from their farm and other local farms. \nSliding-scale suggested donation: $5-20 (proceeds from this event will be split between Hilltown Land Trust and Sawyer Farm). \nRSVPs appreciated: email Katie or call (413) 628-4485 ext 4.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/horse-powered-farming-in-the-hilltowns-at-sawyer-farm/
LOCATION:Sawyer Farm\, 19 Sawyer Road\, Worthington\, MA\, 01098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180717T155222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T155836Z
UID:28042-1532170800-1532199600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Barstow's Burger Fest
DESCRIPTION:Burger Fest is the biggest event on the farm! 2018 marks the 10 Year Anniversary of Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery so you can count on a big celebration this July! Burger Fest is one of the few days that they sell their Barstow’s Farm Raised Beef burgers made to order. They will be grilling up burgers served with local cut potato french fries.  See Burger Fest Menu here. \nBurgers are served 11am-7pm with fun activities between noon and 3pm. \nJoin for live music\, scenic views\, and local flavor on the porch. Free wagon ride farm tours run noon-3pm.  Your opportunity to see a working\, innovative dairy farm: their anaerobic digester\, robotic milkers\, and their happy herd! \nThere will be activities for kids\, games for adults\, door prizes\, and a great lunch on your local dairy farm! Please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages and consume responsibly. Also\, (safe) lawn games are welcome! This event is kid friendly\, family friendly\, and downright friendly! Tell everyone! Rain or shine! \nDon’t forget to tell them you’re coming on Facebook! \nEvent Schedule:\n11am-7pm | Burgers served\n11am-7pm | Door prizes\n12pm-2pm | The Cat’s Other Pajamas Band on the porch\n12pm-3pm| Free Farm Tours\n12pm-3pm | Activities for kids\n2:30-4:30 | Jazz music by Kevin Jones on the porch\n5pm-7pm | The Mark Snow Band on the porch\nAll day | BYOB
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/barstows-burger-fest/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180725T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180725T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180709T160417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T160417Z
UID:27998-1532543400-1532550600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:1st Hampshire Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \n1st Hampshire Candidates Forum \nWednesday\, July 25\, 2018\n6:30 – 8:30 PM\nThe Deuce (World War II Club)\n50 Conz St\, Northampton\, MA\nThis event is FREE to the public. \nSponsored by The Food Bank of Western MA and CISA\nModerated by: Christina Maxwell\, Director of Programs at The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts \nCandidates:\nLindsay Sabadosa for State Representative\, 1st Hampshire\nDiana Szynal for State Representative\, 1st Hampshire District \n2 of 3 in this series. More info: https://www.foodbankwma.org/candidate-forum-series-food-justice-health-equity/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/1st-hampshire-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:World War II Club\, 50 Conz Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180726T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180726T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20171023T161521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T134825Z
UID:25502-1532626200-1532631600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Springfield Food Policy Council Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dinner will be served and families are welcome! \nLearn about the root causes of food insecurity and hunger and what the Food Policy Council and other community organizations are doing to make healthy\, local food more available\, including their youth nutrition efforts\, ways to increase SNAP benefits through HIP\, and community and school gardens \nPlease RSVP to (413) 244-5859 or email springfieldfoodpolicycouncil@gmail.com to ensure they have enough food.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/national-food-day-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Brightwood Branch\, 359 Plainfield St.\, Springfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180807T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180716T134220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T134220Z
UID:28029-1533619800-1533670200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening: Forgotten Farms
DESCRIPTION:Forgotten Farms screening at the Brattle Theater in Cambridge \nNew England has lost over 10\,000 dairy farms in the past 50 years; fewer than 2\,000 farms remain. Collectively\, they tend 1.2 million acres of farmland and produce almost all of the milk consumed in New England. In our enthusiasm for the new food movement\, we often overlook the farmers at the foundation of the regional agricultural economy. Only 100 years ago\, New England produced most of its own food on 16 million acres of farmland. Climate change will demand that more of our food is grown closer to where we live. As we strive to revive local production\, we have much to learn from dairy farmers who have been managing most of the farmland and sustaining the farm economy all along. Through conversations with farmers and policy experts\, the film reconsiders the role of these vital but forgotten farmers. \nForgotten Farms gives us a glimpse into the past and a vision for a future regional food system. The documentary shows the cultural divide between the new food movement and traditional farming\, highlighting the need to examine differences\, develop mutual understanding\, and find common ground. A truly sustainable local food system that benefits everyone will rely on all of our farmers. \nFind more info about this screening here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/film-screening-forgotten-farms/
LOCATION:The Brattle Theater\, 40 Brattle Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180813
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180716T125510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T131545Z
UID:28025-1533945600-1534118399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Annual Grow Show - You Grow it and We Show It
DESCRIPTION:Backyard gardeners are the celebrity growers at The Grow Show\, where their summer harvest and floral designs are spotlighted in this upbeat\, judged event featuring nearly 80 horticulture classes in divisions including annuals\, perennials\, biennials\, vegetables\, fruits and berries\, container grown plants and dish gardens\, among others. Interested in entering the Grow Show? Download pdfs and access online pre-registration forms on our web site. Free with Garden admission.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-annual-grow-show-you-grow-it-and-we-show-it/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, 5 West Stockbridge Road\, Stockbridge\, MA 01262
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180405T143910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T143910Z
UID:27016-1533981600-1533996000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Native Botanical Cyanotype Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop\, participants will explore the history and methodology of botanical cyanotype prints and create our own. Cyanotypes are an early photographic process using light-sensitive materials and sunlight to create unique and striking ‘blue prints’ or ‘sun prints.’ The process lends itself beautifully to the documentation of botanical specimens\, both scientifically and artistically.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/native-botanical-cyanotype-print-workshop/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180709T162751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T174857Z
UID:28000-1534271400-1534278600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hampshire-Franklin-Worcester Senate Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \nHampshire-Franklin-Worcester Senate Candidates Forum \nTuesday\, August 14\, 2018\n6:30 – 8:30 PM\nShea Theater Arts Center\n71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\nThis event is FREE to the public. \nCo-sponsored by The Food Bank of Western MA\, the Franklin County Resource Network Public Policy Task Force\, the League of Women Voters of Franklin County – MAL Unit\, and CISA\nModerated by: State Representative Paul Mark \nCandidates:\nJo Comerford for State Senate\, Northampton\nSteven Connor\, Northampton\nChelsea Sunday Kline candidate for State Senate\, Northampton\nRyan O’Donnell\, Northampton \n3 of 3 events in this series. More info: https://www.foodbankwma.org/candidate-forum-series-food-justice-health-equity/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hampshire-franklin-worcester-senate-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:Shea Theater\, 71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180724T172234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T172234Z
UID:28087-1534525200-1534536000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Front Porch Jam at Simple Gifts Farm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends\, and your favorite instrument\, and hang with Simple Gifts Farm\, as they jam into the evening\, every third Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.  Local musicians will lead the jam. We’ll be serving up their own meats & seasonal grilled vegetables. BYOB! \nScheduled Jams: \nAug. 17: CSA member and fiddler\, Laura Quayle\, & Ted Soulos\, flautist and teacher at Wildwood Elementary\, will lead a Celtic style Jam. \nSept. 21 \nClick here for updates on upcoming jams
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/front-porch-jam-at-simple-gifts-farm/
LOCATION:Simple Gifts Farm\, 1089 North Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180820T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180723T194034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180723T194034Z
UID:28056-1534789800-1534797000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:3rd Hampshire Candidate Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \n3rd Hampshire Candidates Forum\nMonday\, August 20\, 2018\n6:30-8:30 PM\nBangs Community Center\, 70 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst \nModerated by: Keith P. Barnicle\, District Representative for Congressman Jim McGovern \nCo-sponsored by CISA and The Food Bank of Western MA \nCandidates:\nMindy Domb for MA State Representative\, 3rd Hampshire District\, Amherst\nEric Nakajima\, Amherst\nSolomon Goldstein-Rose\, Amherst
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-hampshire-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Bangs Community Center\, 4 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180820T163425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180820T163425Z
UID:28249-1535191200-1535202000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Floral Design Certificate Class
DESCRIPTION:5-class Session \nSat. August 25th – Sat. September Sept. 29 \nIn this 5 week intensive\, students will learn how to use a wide variety of techniques and materials to create their own gorgeous original arrangements. Perfect training for aspiring floral designers\, anyone wanting to pull off your own wedding or special event with skill and confidence\, or a gardener/artist just wanting to have fun. Topics covered will be table arrangements (foam\, frog\, and free form)\, boutonierres\, corsages\, weaving garlands\, wreaths\, and crowns\, and working with  exotic material. Also covered will be the business of professional floral design and growing cut flowers in the farm or garden. \nAll materials provided and each student will bring home their creations. All materials provided\, bring your favorite pair of shears. \nPre-registration required \nContact: (413) 625-9446 or lilianjackman@gmail.com \nCost $520: includes all materials
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/floral-design-certificate-class/
LOCATION:Wilder Hill Gardens\, 351 South Shirkshire Road\, Conway
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180820T151710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180820T151710Z
UID:28245-1535479200-1535486400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Fermenting\, Pickling and Cheesemaking
DESCRIPTION:Free ~ Suggested Donation $5 \nEnjoy tasty snacks! \nJoin avid permaculture gardener and fanatical food fermenter Danny Botkin (of Laughing Dog Farm in Gill) for a whirlwind primer on harnessing Nature’s own micro-flora to make and preserve raw goat’s cheese\, pickles\, kefir and more. \nQuestions email: nsagcommission@gmail.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/intro-to-fermenting-pickling-and-cheesemaking/
LOCATION:New Salem Library\, 23 South Main Street\, New Salem\, MA\, 01355
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180904T185145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T191021Z
UID:28390-1536256800-1536267600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Aquatic Plants of New England
DESCRIPTION:Aquatic habitats of the Northeast support a high diversity of plants. Learn how to identify local native and invasive aquatic plants through hands-on review of vegetative and floral characteristics. Discover the amazing adaptations plants have made to live in water. Two-part class; September 6th and 13th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-aquatic-plants-of-new-england/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180724T165551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T165551Z
UID:28079-1536397200-1536422400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Bashista Orchards Craft & Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:Craft & Vendor Fair with over 40 craft/vendors\, plus food. Stop and smell the donuts and try a cider slushy. Stroll through the fruit trees while browsing. Balloon sculptor for the kids 11-1 and live music 1-3 pm. Pick your own apples is in full swing and will be available every day through September. No admission charge. Click here for more info.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/bashista-orchards-craft-vendor-fair/
LOCATION:Bashista Orchards\, 160 East Street\, Southampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180917
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180904T164311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T164311Z
UID:28388-1536969600-1537142399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Kitchen Garden Farm's Chilifest!
DESCRIPTION:The Valley’s hottest farm festival is back! Kitchen Garden Farm’s annual Chilifest is a celebration of hot peppers and all things spicy on Saturday\, Sept. 15 and Sunday\, Sept. 16 from noon-5pm at Mike’s Maze in Sunderland. Weekend passes available so you can enjoy great live music\, local brews and spicy food all weekend long! Sample 100+ varieties of some of the world’s hottest peppers grown right here in Sunderland. Taste and vote in the Chili Cook-Off Saturday and Hot Sauce Competition Sunday. Sample the 2018 vintage of Kitchen Garden’s award-winning sriracha and salsa and a new Hot Sauce Alley featuring local hot sauce makers Levinsky’s Top Shelf\, Poor Devil Pepper Co.\, Craic Sauce\, and Jay’s Wicked. Plus chef demos\, DIY pickles and chili garlands\, pepper popsicles\, and fun for all ages. Tickets and the full schedule of events at kitchengardenfarm.com/chilifest.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kitchen-garden-farms-chilifest/
LOCATION:Mike’s Maze\, 23 South Main Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180911T142238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T142238Z
UID:28486-1537005600-1537027200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Warm Colors Apiary Honey Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate pollinators and beekeeping. A free family event with treats\, educational programs and the enjoyment of nature on our 80 acre farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/warm-colors-apiary-honey-festival-3/
LOCATION:Warm Colors Apiary\, 2 South Mill River Road\, South Deerfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180904T190036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T190036Z
UID:28394-1537012800-1537020000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wetlands of East Leverett Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Following muddy and mossy trails\, this field study explores different wetlands and their plant compositions. Naturalist George LoCascio highlights local plants\, wetlands ecology\, and the importance of conserving the plants. Aquatic invertebrates make a special cameo appearance.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wetlands-of-east-leverett-meadow/
LOCATION:East Leverett Meadow
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180823T184806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T184806Z
UID:28288-1537092000-1537113600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Berkshire Fermentation Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Fermentation Festival is day long celebration of the diversity of all things fermented and crafted. Each year there is an array of local cultured food vendors sampling and selling their products along with demos\, lectures\, a culture swap\, science corner\, book signings\, raffle\, live music\, and more. \nFind more information here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/4th-annual-berkshire-fermentation-festival/
LOCATION:Great Barrington Fairgrounds\, 684 South Main Street\, Great barrington\, MA\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T074413
CREATED:20180813T185248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T165948Z
UID:28219-1537293600-1537302600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Growing Hemp in MA: Opportunities for Farmers & Others
DESCRIPTION:*PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. This meeting has been moved to Greenfield Community College’s Stinchfield Lecture Hall due to high interest.* \nThe Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG)\, MA Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)\, Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA)\, and CISA invite you to this workshop for farmers\, local officials\, and others. \nGrowing and refining hemp (which refers to strains of cannabis plants and products made from it used for industrial purposes\, such as to make textiles\, CBD oils\, or other consumer products) is now legal in Massachusetts\, and following the passage of new state legislation\, there is new information for farmers and others on responsibilities and options. \nSnacks will be provided and registration is required to attend. \nThis workshop will address: \n\nLessons from Vermont and MA on challenges and best practices in hemp production\nA brief overview of the hemp economy\nWhat does MA law allow and require?\nMA regulations that apply to potential hemp farmers and product manufacturers\n\nPresenters:  \nTaryn LaScola\, Director of the Division of Crop and Pest Services at MDAR \nHeather Darby\, Extension Associate Professor at the University of Vermont
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/growing-hemp-in-ma-opportunities-for-farmers-others/
LOCATION:Greenfield Community College\, Stinchfield Lecture Hall\, 1 College Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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