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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151114T130000
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SUMMARY:Woodland Exploration with Tom Wessels
DESCRIPTION:A very special workshop with noted author\, ecologist and gifted teacher Tom Wessels. Walking through forest and fields\, you’ll learn to read a landscape by gleaning evidence that frames stories from the past. Tom generously offers this inspiring workshop as a benefit for Seeds of Solidarity. Sliding Scale\, $30-$40.  Pre-registration recommended\, space limited. Email solidarity@seedsofsolidarity.org to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/woodland-exploration-with-tom-wessels/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151115T150000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Probiotic Beverages
DESCRIPTION:Whether you love the taste\, the health benefits\, or both\, brewing your own probiotic soft drinks at home is a fun\, delicious & cost-effective way to add probiotics to your diet. This class will cover how to make kombucha\, water kefir & wild-fermented sodas at home. You will sample our homebrewed beverages and learn how to make your own\, hands-on. \nIf you’re intrigued by fermentation\, but don’t know where to start\, this is the course for you! Probiotic Beverages is the third of a 3 session fermentation course. Participants are welcome to take one or all classes in the course. Save 15% when you sign up for all three! Add all three classes to your cart and use code FERMENT at checkout.\nFermenting Vegetables – sauerkraut\, kimchi\, pickles\nCultured Dairy – yogurt\, kefir\, farmer’s cheese\nProbiotic Beverages – kombucha\, water kefir\, wild-fermented sodas
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-probiotic-beverages/
LOCATION:The Haberdashery\, 52 Union Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151118
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151023T134733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151023T134733Z
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SUMMARY:Franklin County CDC's 36th Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At the Arts Block\, \nDowntown Greenfield \n\n\nGuest Speaker – Katie Stebbins\, Assistant Secretary – Technology\, Innovation and Entrepreneurship\,\n\n\nMA Executive Office of Housing and Economic Dev. \n\nHear stories from local entrepreneurs are that are innovating and stimulating our local economy\n\n\nTaste some new delicacies from FCCDC clients \nDrink local fermented beverages (and some non-fermented ones as well!)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/franklin-county-cdcs-36th-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Downtown Greenfield – Arts Block\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151117T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151113T152024Z
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SUMMARY:FCCDC 36th Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Franklin County Community Development Corp will be hosting their annual meeting on November 17th! \nCome listen to out guest speaker – Katie Stebbins\, Assistant Secretary of Technology\, Innovation and Entrepreneurship\, Mass Executive Office of Housing and Economic Dev. \nCatering will be provoded by Elmer’s\, our 2015 Entrepreneur of the Year\, as well as delicious delicacies locally made by FCCDC clients and locally produced fermented & non-fermented beverages. \nLearn about Community Investment Tax Credits!\nGive $1\,000 or more and get half of it back\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all. RSVP now!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fccdc-36th-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Downtown Greenfield – Arts Block\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151121
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151106T150743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151106T150743Z
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SUMMARY:Local Craft Brewfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts’ fundraiser\, the 6th Annual Local Craft Brewfest\, at our new location on the Boston harbor at Cruiseport Boston. \nLocal Craft Brewfest is New England’s largest celebration of exclusively local spirits\, craft beer and artisan beverages. We’ll have unlimited tasting of over 120 brews\, with 60 types local gin\, vodka\, rum and whiskey. Of course we’ll have lots of craft beer\, mead\, cider\, artisan beverages and even locally produced cold brewed coffee to pair with local food samples galore. Food trucks and local restaurants will offer delicious and creative presentations of local food for sale for $6 or less per serving. Music by Coastal Flux Band\, cocktail demos\, a photo booth\, games and a “Local Lounge” will round up the evening’s massive lovefest of local goodness. \n\nNew this year is a VIP admission option offering fast lane entry\, early admission\, a meal ticket\, a discount to our 2016 Hyper-Local Brewfest and Boston JerkFest\, plus a swag bag with a chock full of goodies. General admission tickets include unlimited tastings and local food samples. \n\nSustainable Business Network aims to support the local food economy and defines “local” as products grown and produced in New England with Massachusetts as the first preference. SBN’s Brewfests highlight local products as well as products that include local ingredients. Bring your friends and family and connect with the entrepreneurs behind the products and people who are that are as passionate about local food as you are. \n\n\nRSVP and Share our Facebook ​event page here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/local-craft-brewfest/
LOCATION:Cruiseport Boston\, 1 Black Falcon Ave.\, Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151121T120000
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SUMMARY:The Seed Garden: The Art and Practice of Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Based on The Seed Garden\, a new book published in conjunction with Seed Savers Exchange\, writer and editor Lee Buttala shares his knowledge of garden-scale seed saving. Members $30; Nonmembers $35
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-seed-garden-the-art-and-practice-of-seed-saving/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, 5 West Stockbridge Road\, Stockbridge\, MA 01262
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151121T150000
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SUMMARY:Hilltown Seed Saving Network Seed Exchange
DESCRIPTION:The Hilltown Seed Saving Network is pleased to announce its fourth annual Seed Exchange! Learn to save your own garden seed\, get answers to your seed saving questions\, and exchange seed that you’ve saved with your friends and neighbors! \n\nPlease note that you don’t have to bring seed to come to this event.  We welcome people at all levels of experience\, including those who have never saved seed before. \n\nThere will be hands-on activities facilitated by experienced seed savers.  Get your hands a little dirty\, and you may find that saving garden seed can be simple and enjoyable! \n\nAt 1pm\, Solstice Seeds founder Sylvia Davatz will speak on saving seed from staple crops such as grains\, legumes and starchy vegetables.  Sylvia will also take questions from the audience\, drawing on her many years of experience as a gardener and seed saver in Hartland\, VT. \n\nThe seed exchange itself will begin at 2pm\, and there will be plenty of time to browse and help yourself to the dozens of home grown varieties of tomatoes\, beans\, kale\, wildflowers\, and many other crops.  This year\, you can come to the Community House as early as 10:45am to drop off seed. \n\nAlso\, we encourage everyone who is bringing seed to the event to list it online using our Virtual Seed Bank at http://seednetwork.herokuapp.com.  Once you have registered (a quick and easy process)\, you will be able to browse varieties that other people in the Hilltowns are saving\, and bringing to the Seed Exchange. \n\nThe suggested donation for this event is a sliding scale of $5 – $10.  For more information\, visit hilltownseeds.wordpress.org; or contact Sadie at 413-475-2692\, or Michael at 413-358-6919 or alterman@speakeasy.net.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hilltown-seed-saving-network-seed-exchange/
LOCATION:Community House\, 33 Main Street\, Cummington\, MA\, 01026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151122T160000
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SUMMARY:The Autumn Market
DESCRIPTION:The Autumn Market is coming right up! come stock up for Thanksgiving\, shop for the holidays\, enjoy live music and have fun! \nThe Shelburne Falls Farmers Market is located at the corner of Main and Water Streets in Shelburne Falls. Starting on May 23rd-October 30th we are open from 2:00-6:30pm every Friday rain or shine. \nIt is a great time to stock up for the holidays. You will find local vegetables\, cheeses\, meats\, gifts and crafts being sold at the Autumn Market\, not to mention an array of prepared food\, body-workers and musicians. \nIf you are interested in vending at this year’s Autumn Market\, please email us at Shelburnfallsfarmersmarket@gmail.com and fill out our 2015 Autumn Market Vendor Form. \nHere are some current vendors for the 2015 year: \n\nBarbara and Eric Goodchild of Barberic Farm – Frozen lamb\, ready to bake fruit and meat pies\, pickles\, jam\, jelly\, marmalade\, fruit sauces\, popcorn\, hops\, eggs\, vegetables\, wool and wool products including fleece\, roving\, yarn\, hats\, etc. May be bringing ice cream and frozen yogurt\nLisa Davenport of Davenport Maple Farm – Maple syrup\, maple candy\, maple spread\, maple coated peanuts\, cashews\, and cranberries\, maple granulated sugar\, Russ Davenports book and wood turnings\, and eggs. May be bringing photo cards.\nDaniel Greene of Good Bunch Farm – Wide assortment of vegetables\, plants for sale\, and raspberries. (413) 625-6425\nChristopher Totman and Susannah Herron of Hawks Farm – Grass fed beef and pastured pork. May also be bringing honey\, eggs\, cut flowers\, chestnuts\, foraged mushrooms\, rhubarb\, asparagus\, ginger\, and garlic.\nMargaret Olin owner of Margaret Olin Healing Therapies – 15 minute seated bodywork sessions.\nEdith from The Garden of Edith selling her hand spun and dyed wools and woven garments.\nAnna Meyer of Hart Farm – Selling a wide selection of fresh vegetables\, fruits\, flowers and apple cider.\nShummah While with The People’s Bakery selling whole spelt flour\, natural and organic breads and baked goods.\nPippin selling lemonade and chocolate creations at Chocolate Therapy.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-autumn-market/
LOCATION:Buckland Shelburne Elementary school\, 75 Mechanic St\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151204T210000
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SUMMARY:Wine Tasting at Chandler's Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Mix\, match or enjoy our selected pairings! An interactive event designed to feature a variety of wines and complimentary foods. Our wine tastings will introduce you to the seasonal changes that influence our menus along the creativity and scope of our culinary interests. This event is an opportunity to explore our extensive wine list\, socialize\, and enjoy live jazz. \n$55 per person\, plus tax & gratuity. Coffee and Tea Service provided. Reservations requested: 413.665.1277.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wine-tasting-at-chandlers-restaurant-2/
LOCATION:Chandler’s Restaurant\, 25 Greenfield Road\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151207
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151118T232323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151118T232323Z
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SUMMARY:New England Log Carrier
DESCRIPTION:Join the New England Felting Supply to make a uniquely New England gift for yourself or others.  Participants will be felting and constructing a very durable log carrier from local wools. To decorate the carrier\, we’ve purchased 12 sets of heavy woolen quilt squares made at the famous Johnson Woolen mill in Vermont. Each student will choose one set of patterened wool fabric and coordinating leather handles in natural leather tones that will be hand-sewn to the heavy felt. No experience is necessary\, but making the felt requires standing most of the first day\, so some degree of physical endurance is assumed. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-england-log-carrier/
LOCATION:New England Felting Supply\, 84 Cottage Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151204T172002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151204T172009Z
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SUMMARY:Leyden Glen Farm Open House
DESCRIPTION:Leyden Glen Farm’s first ever open farmhouse and open studio event is this weekend. Mark and Julia will be selling our farm-raised lamb – perfect for holiday meals. \nHere’s what Kristin has been making and will be selling at the Open Farmhouse Event: \n\nHandmade colorful pottery\nHandsewn Linen Dishtowels – Exclusive designs by Kristen\nOil Paintings\nHandpainted Lampshades\nAntique Assemblage Lampbases\nNotecards and Postcards\nCrewel embroidered pillows\nSigned copies of her books\n\nThe farm’s neighbor Alicia will have her art studio open and is selling all kinds of her fantastic artwork at a range of prices. Read more about Alicia here. Farmers’ friend Deborah Garner will be selling antique collectible textiles\, handmade jewelry\, and scarves. Read more about Deborah here. And neighbor Debbie is bringing her handmade wreaths for sale too! \nThey are about 35 minutes from both Amherst and Northampton\, Mass. \nHere are the directions to the farm. \nHere are Google Maps directions to the farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/leyden-glen-farm-open-house/
LOCATION:Leyden Glen Farm\, 31 East Glen Road\, Leyden\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151204T171719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151204T171719Z
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SUMMARY:Yuletide at Storrowton
DESCRIPTION:Eastern States Exposition’s Storrowton Village Museum will present Yuletide at Storrowton\, Dec. 5 & 6\, 11am to 4pm\, in West Springfield\, Mass. This free winter festival brings the community together to celebrate the holidays with traditional Yuletide activities\, entertainment and shopping in the historic Village. \nDecorated through the generosity of area garden clubs\, florists and designers\, the Village buildings will be bursting with innovative and original ideas to turn your house into a holiday wonderland. Walk through the buildings to find beautiful wreaths\, swags\, garlands\, fresh evergreens and all natural materials around every corner. \nThe Master Gardeners of Storrowton will oversee the festive decorating project and Yuletide coordinator Thelma Greene\, of Chicopee\, will manage all event decorating. The event will spread holiday cheer with musical performances in the Meetinghouse\, animals\, ice sculpting and Early American craft demonstrations. \nParticipating clubs and florists include: the Agawam\, East Longmeadow\, Wilbraham\, Springfield and West Springfield Garden Clubs; the Garden Club of the Westfield Woman’s Club; Deena Rollet of Merry Mite Gardens in Suffield\, Conn.; Bloomin’ Bunch\, located in Springfield; Anthony Gladu of West Springfield’s Rose Petal & Thorn; Eastern States Exposition Landscape department; and area decorator Pat Byrne of South Hadley. Storrowton Village volunteers will serve as costumed guides for the event. \nPerformances in the Village’s Meetinghouse: \n\nHuntington Dance Center\, “Winter’s Mitten” – Sat.\, 11am\nBarbara Bennett Organ Recital – Sat.\, noon\nAlice Moore Golden Bell Chorus – Sat.\, 1pm\nThe Melody Boys\, A cappella performance – Sat.\, 2pm\nDennis Picard Lecture – Bad Santa – The Evil Sidekick of Saint Nick – Sat.\, 3pm; Sun.\, 2pm\nRichard Smith as Henry David Thoreau: Walking in Winter – Sun.\, noon\nRick Spencer: Music from the American Traditions of the 19th Century – Sun.\, 1pm\nPaul Kaplan: “Seasonal Songs with a Winter’s Theme” – Sun.\, 3pm\n\nAdditional Yuletide features throughout the Village include: \n\nIce Sculpting Demonstrations by Mike Rondeau\, Sun.\, Noon-3pm\n19th Century Crafts: Broom making\, Tinsmith\, Windsor Chair maker – in the Nursery Barn\nHands-on Children’s Crafts\nBlacksmithing\, fireplace cooking\, quilting and spinning\nPetting Zoo/Farm Animals – on the Village Green\n\nHot beverages and home baked goods will be available in the Holiday Sweet Shoppe in Potter Mansion. The treats will be provided by Storrowton volunteers and staff. Proceeds from this sale will benefit the educational programs at Storrowton Village Museum. \n\nThe Storrowton Village Gift Shop\, in the Phillips House\, will feature unique gifts\, jewelry\, scarves and more. Head over to theChristmas Shop in Potter Mansion during Yuletide at Storrowton for a variety of holiday gifts\, decorations and collectible ornaments. The Gift Shop is open during all Yuletide events and activities. Regular shop hours are: Mon. – Fri.\, 9am to 5pm and Sat.\, 11am to 4pm to Dec. 19. \nYuletide week tour admission is $5 per person\, children under 6 free: \n\nYuletide Open House Tours – Tues.\, Dec. 8 – Sat.\, Dec. 12\, 11am – 3pm\nYuletide Lantern Light Tours – Wed.\, Dec. 9\, 6 to 8pm\n\nParking is free for all Storrowton events. Activities will take place weather permitting. For more information\, call the village at (413) 205-5051\, the Info Line at 413-205-5115.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/yuletide-at-storrowton/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, West Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151204T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151204T173812Z
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SUMMARY:Soup and games for former grange
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Free Soup and Game Night at the Hope and Olive restaurant will benefit the Montague Common Hall. \nThe hall by the village square in Montague Center was until recent years the Montague Grange\, and continues to host events and house historical documents. \nThe Greenfield restaurant at the corner of Hope and Olive streets holds a monthly fundraiser with free soup and bread and donations sought for a different organization each month. The doors will be open from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday with a cash bar\, free soup and bread\, a bake sale and a raffle. Organizers note that Greenfield’s free holiday parking in town lots is in effect. \nOrganizers say that while volunteers have been happy to roll up their sleeves for painting and yard work\, the building needs significant upgrades including handicapped access\, insulation\, drainage in the basement and energy-efficient lighting.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/soup-and-games-for-former-grange/
LOCATION:Hope and Olive\, 44 Hope St\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151208T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151009T171305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151009T171305Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Quabbin Food Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – December 8\, 2015!\nHello friends! Save the date for the next meeting of the Greater Quabbin Food Alliance on Tuesday\, December 8th to meet and network with food and farm stakeholders and collaborate on projects to strengthen the food system of the greater Quabbin region. Registration has already started – click here to register \nWhether you’re a farmer\, consumer\, planner\, health professional\, or conservationist\, this meeting is a great opportunity to learn about what’s happening in your community and across the region – and to connect with new people! \nJoin us to discuss challenges\, brainstorm solutions\, enjoy some local treats\, and take action to rebuild your local food system. \nLocal lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nThe meeting will be held at the Orange Innovation Center (131 W. Main Street\, Orange\, MA) from 9am to 2pm. Please email Kathleen or Jamie if you are interested in presenting a 5-minute “lightning talk” on a food/health/community development related topic\, or for any questions. \nREGISTER NOW\, and stay tuned for more details!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/greater-quabbin-food-alliance/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151117T165201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151117T165211Z
UID:17101-1449910800-1449939600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:1st Annual Northeast New Farmer Winter Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/1st-annual-northeast-new-farmer-winter-gathering/
LOCATION:The Arts Block Cafe\, 291 Main Street\, Greenfield\, 01301
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151026T153732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151026T153732Z
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SUMMARY:Kid's Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for parents and their children to explore the craft of cooking in a no pressure setting utilizing ingredients and utensils safe and accessible to kids. Classes will be structured so as to provide ample opportunities for children to be involved in most of the preparation\, but may require parental supervision when it comes time to finish the dish. The intention is to familiarize children with the raw ingredients used to prepare a variety of foods and inform them of the nutritional values associated with them. \nClasses will last approximately one hour and will be taught in a private dining area in Chandler’s restaurant. \n$25.00 per child\, includes instruction\, recipes to take home\, lunch\, and complimentary lunch for one accompanying parent. \nSpace is limited\, reservations are required 413.665.1277
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kids-cooking-class-2/
LOCATION:Chandler’s Restaurant\, 25 Greenfield Road\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151204T181245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T163929Z
UID:17267-1449918000-1449923400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Bee School Info Session
DESCRIPTION:For the third consecutive year\, Yard Birds Apiary & The Haberdashery are teaming up to bring you a Treatment-Free Beekeeping Course this spring. \nThe Haberdashery will be hosting a FREE INFO SESSION so you can meet the instructor and decide whether beekeeping is right for you. \nThe Course Schedule:\nHive Anatomy: Sat\, Feb 27 | 11am-1pm | $35 | at The Haberdashery in Easthampton \nThe Beekeeper’s Year: Sat\, Mar 12 | 11am-1pm | $35 | at The Haberdashery in Easthampton \nSwarms\, Mating & Disease: Sat\, Mar 26 | 11am-1pm | $35 | at The Haberdashery in Easthampton \nPackage Installation: Sat\, Apr 16 | 11am-1pm | $30 (date subject to change depending on bee package arrival) | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \nSpring Hive Care: Sat\, Apr 30 | 11am-1pm | $30 (rain date Sat\, May 7) | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \nPest Management: Sat\, May 14 | 11am-1pm | $30 (rain date Sat\, May 21)  | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \nPreparing for Winter: Sat\, Aug 20 | 11am-1pm | $30 (rain date\, Sat Aug 27) | at Yard Birds Apiary in Montague \n\nTake one or take them all! \nTake the full course for $200 ($25 off) \nSign up on or before Dec 12 for $180 \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/bee-school-info-session/
LOCATION:The Haberdashery\, 52 Union Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Yard Birds Farm":MAILTO:contactchanterelle@gmail.com; yardbirds80@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20151220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20151220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151203T224748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T224748Z
UID:17231-1450609200-1450620000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tall Grass Alpacas at the Atlas Farm Store
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Farm Store to meet live alpacas from Tall Grass Alpacas! This event will be fun and educational for kids and adults alike. Tall Grass Alpaca products are featured in our holiday gift display: hand-made socks\, mittens\, and much more!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tall-grass-alpacas-at-the-atlas-farm-store/
LOCATION:Atlas Farm Store\, 218 Greenfield Street\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151223T201115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151223T201115Z
UID:17568-1451815200-1451826000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Low-Tech Winter Gardening: Tools\, Tactics\, and Principals
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, inspiring\, basic-level primer on winter growing techniques (“keeping food alive”) using cold-hardy cultivars\, aggressive timing\, propagational ingenuity and (high and low tunnel) “hoophouses”. The workshop is probably appropriate for backyard growers\, “wannabes”\, and small farmers\, alike… \nThis hands-on\, Sunday morning class\, presented by Laughing Dog Farm manager Danny Botkin\, will focus on the practical details of cold weather horticulture/gardening\, including (high and low) hoophouse construction\, management\, winter crop selection\, radical compost/soil building\, cold weather harvesting and processing tips\, plus a demonstration of “guerrilla” cookery\, (and a shared\, vegetarian farm lunch!) There will also be a demonstration of LDF’s homemade\, pipe (EMT conduit) bender\, used for making low-tunnel\, steel “hoops”. Participants are invited to return to LDF at their convenience to bend their own hoops. Suggested donation\, $25-$45… RSVP @ 413-863-8696
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/low-tech-winter-gardening-tools-tactics-and-principals/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151209T203444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T203444Z
UID:17322-1452344400-1452351600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pork Butchery Class at Sutter Meats
DESCRIPTION:The perfect gift for the aspiring butcher in your family\, Sutter Meats Saturday afternoon Pork Fabrication Class is an interactive demonstration with Terry. He will break one side of a locally sourced pig\, field all of your questions\, identify and discuss the attributes of each cut of meat and give pointers on how to best prepare them. In addition to instruction on seam butchery technique and whole muscle utilization\, each student will take home a generous supply of mixed pork cuts. To ensure the best possible experience\, this will be an intimate class limited to six students. \nThe class will last two hours\, from 1-3pm and cost $100. This price includes instruction and pork for you to cook at home. Please call the store at (413)727-3409 to reserve your spot\, as these classes fill up quickly!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pork-butchery-class-at-sutter-meats/
LOCATION:Sutter Meats\, 65 King Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160117
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20150615T212924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T202419Z
UID:14695-1452902400-1452988799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2016 NOFA/Mass Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Northeast Organic Farming Association\, Massachusetts Chapter (NOFA/Mass) invites you to their 29th Annual Winter Conference – with 70 workshops on topics like crop production\, farm management\, health\, homesteading\, livestock\, beekeeping\, policy\, skill building\, infrastructure\, soil\, urban/backyard gardening\, organic land care\, and more. \nBen Burkett\, family farmer and coordinator of the Federation of Southern Cooperatives\, leads the all-day seminar\, keynote\, and post-conference dinner. \nIt’s fun for the whole family! The teen and children’s conferences provide a lively\, interactive educational experience. Hands-on\, do-it-yourself workshops keep children and teens active and engaged. \nTo register and for information\, visit www.nofamass.org/events/wc
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2016-nofa-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Worcester State University\, 486 Chandler St.\, Worcester\, MA\, 01602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160106T170257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160106T170257Z
UID:17794-1453024800-1453035600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Low-Tech Winter Gardening - Tools\, Tactics\, and Principles
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, inspiring\, basic-level primer on winter growing techniques (“keeping food alive”) using cold-hardy cultivars\, aggressive timing\, propagational ingenuity and (high and low tunnel) “hoophouses”. The workshop is probably appropriate for backyard growers\, “wannabes”\, and small farmers\, alike… \nThis hands-on\, Sunday morning class\, presented by Laughing Dog Farm manager Danny Botkin\, will focus on the practical details of cold weather horticulture/gardening\, including (high and low) hoophouse construction\, management\, winter crop selection\, radical compost/soil building\, cold weather harvesting and processing tips\, plus a demonstration of “guerrilla” cookery\, (and a shared\, vegetarian farm lunch!) There will also be a demonstration of LDF’s homemade\, pipe (EMT conduit) bender\, used for making low-tunnel\, steel “hoops”. Participants are invited to return to LDF at their convenience to bend their own hoops. Suggested donation\, $25-$45… RSVP @ 413-863-8696
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-low-tech-winter-gardening-tools-tactics-and-principles/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151209T203542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151209T203542Z
UID:17324-1453554000-1453561200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pork Butchery Class at Sutter Meats
DESCRIPTION:The perfect gift for the aspiring butcher in your family\, Sutter Meats Saturday afternoon Pork Fabrication Class is an interactive demonstration with Terry. He will break one side of a locally sourced pig\, field all of your questions\, identify and discuss the attributes of each cut of meat and give pointers on how to best prepare them. In addition to instruction on seam butchery technique and whole muscle utilization\, each student will take home a generous supply of mixed pork cuts. To ensure the best possible experience\, this will be an intimate class limited to six students. \nThe class will last two hours\, from 1-3pm and cost $100. This price includes instruction and pork for you to cook at home. Please call the store at (413)727-3409 to reserve your spot\, as these classes fill up quickly!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pork-butchery-class-at-sutter-meats-2/
LOCATION:Sutter Meats\, 65 King Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160106T223605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160106T224200Z
UID:17816-1453636800-1453644000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Cultured Dairy
DESCRIPTION:Making dairy ferments at home is a delicious\, fun and cost-effective way to add probiotics to your diet\, and make lactose more digestible. In this class we will cover how to make yogurt\, kefir & simple fresh cheeses. We will make yogurt\, kefir and one simple cheese. Taste our homemade dairy ferments during class! \nRegister here \nTaught by Melody\, Co-Founder of The Haberdashery.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-cultured-dairy-2/
LOCATION:The Haberdashery\, 52 Union Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160106T223729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160106T224145Z
UID:17817-1454241600-1454248800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Probiotic Beverages
DESCRIPTION:Whether you love the taste\, the health benefits\, or both\, brewing your own probiotic soft drinks at home is a fun\, delicious & cost-effective way to add probiotics to your diet. This class will cover how to make kombucha\, water kefir & wild-fermented sodas at home. You will sample our homebrewed beverages and learn how to make your own\, hands-on. \nRegister here \nTaught by Melody\, Co-Founder of The Haberdashery.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-probiotic-beverages-2/
LOCATION:The Haberdashery\, 52 Union Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160203T171611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160203T174304Z
UID:18064-1454868000-1454878800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hampshire Community Energy Co-op Dinner Club
DESCRIPTION:Please join the hampshire Community Energy Co-op and guest David Bollier\, author of Think Like a Commoner: A Short Introduction to The Life of the Commons for the February Hampshire CEC Dinner Club\, where David will read a bit from the book and give a brief talk on the commons. \nCooperatives like Co-op Power are part of the commons\, but what are “the commons?” As Mr. Bollier’s website puts it: \nThe commons is…. \n\nA social system for the long-term stewardship of resources that preserves shared values and community identity.\n\n\nA self-organized system by which communities manage resources (both depletable and and replenishable) with minimal or no reliance on the Market or State.\n\n\nThe wealth that we inherit or create together and must pass on\, undiminished or enhanced\, to our children. Our collective wealth includes the gifts of nature\, civic infrastructure\, cultural works and traditions\, and knowledge.\n\n\nA sector of the economy (and life!) that generates value in ways that are often taken for granted – and often jeopardized by the Market-State.\n\nAccording to the website\, the book: \n“…(explains) the rich history and promising future of the commons — an ageless paradigm of cooperation and fairness that is re-making our world. With graceful prose and dozens of fascinating examples\, David Bollier describes the quiet revolution that is pioneering practical new forms of self-governance and production controlled by people themselves.” \nThe February Dinner Club will be at 6 pm on Sunday\, February 7th\, 2016 at Panda East\, 103 North Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA. Appetizers are on us\, guests cover their meals and drinks. See their menu on their website here: http://panda-east.com/menu.htm
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hampshire-community-energy-co-op-dinner-club/
LOCATION:Panda East\, 103 North Pleasant Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160210
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20151223T200209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160113T174714Z
UID:17566-1454889600-1455062399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Soil and Nutrition Conference
DESCRIPTION:Many of us readily accept this oft-repeated statement\, but if we unravel it\, how much is actually known about the interrelationships and dependencies between soil health\, crop health and human health? \nThe 5th Annual 2016 Soil & Nutrition Conference will gather farmers\, researchers\, nutritionists and food system advocates for a multidisciplinary conversation exploring the potential to improve food quality through regenerative agriculture that builds soil\, crop and ecosystem health. We will explore how soil health and crop quality are interrelated\, and how a renewed focus on the food qualities that industrial agriculture forgot – flavor and nutrition – can help drive transformation with important societal benefits. \nThere are 10 plenary sessions and 16 workshops\, over two jam-packed days of February 8 & 9\, 2016\, with a pre-conference on February 7\, 2016. \nHighlights at the 2016 Soil & Nutrition Conference include: \n\nFarmer as Healer: High Quality Food as a Game Changer in Healthcare\n• Mid-Season “Corrections”: A Guide to Foliar Spraying\n• Epigenetics and the Science of Nutrition and Lifestyle Change\n• Regenerative Biological Farming on a Shoestring Budget\n• The Pre-Harvest Quality Equation: The Roles of Genetics\, Environment & Management\n• Flavor as Nutritional Guide – What Your Body Knows That You Don’t!\n• A Phytochemical Primer: Role of Plant Secondary Compounds in Plant and Human Health\n• Optimizing Nutrient Intake Through Cultivation of the Gut Microbiome\n\nTo learn more and register\, please visit the Soil and Nutrition Conference webpage.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/5th-annual-soil-and-nutrition-conference/
LOCATION:Kripalu Center\, 57 Interlaken Road\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160128T171434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160128T171434Z
UID:18022-1455125400-1455132600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tasting and Entrepreneur Talk with Artifact Cider
DESCRIPTION:Come check out the hard cider company in your backyard. Join Artifact Cider Project and the Springfield Young Professionals Society (YPS) for an entrepreneur spotlight talk and hard cider tasting. \nHear from Jake Mazar\, the co-founder of Artifact\, about what inspired him to move from the corporate consulting world to hard cider. You will also have a chance to learn about and taste Artifact’s delicious ciders made from local Western Massachusetts apples\, as well as sample various cheeses and fresh apples. \nTicket purchase includes: \n\nA 22oz bottle of cider to take home\nAn Artifact pint glass to enjoy the cider\nGuided cider\, apple\, and cheese tasting\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tasting-and-entrepreneur-talk-with-artifact-cider/
LOCATION:Artifact Cider\, 270 Albany Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160209T145723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160209T195745Z
UID:18160-1455444000-1455454800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Secrets of Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Selecting and saving heirlooms and other “open pollinated” seed allows growers\, large and small\, to preserve\, adapt\, share and improve the most delicious\, diverse and exceptional cultivars\, year after year\, generation after generation\, while simultaneously strengthening local food security and regional food “webs”. \nThis basic level\, hands-on class\, by farmer Danny Botkin\, will dive into the fertile and inspiring field of “seed saving” by zeroing in on the “easy ones”: the lettuces\, the beans\, peas\, tomatoes and various flower species which can be effectively saved by diligent “gleaning”\, cleaning\, drying and storing at the proper stage(s). We’ll also explore simple methods to isolate\, select and otherwise “guerrilla-gather” seeds of brassicas\, other greens\, alliums\, and even some cucurbits (squashes\, etc.)\, without complicated or expensive intervention. The class will also include information on early-season seed starting\, soil/compost making and other “low-heat”\, growing ideas\, ideal for micro-farms or backyard gardens. \nParticipants will go home newly stoked about seeds\, seed saving and with several\, valuable\, heirloom samples to grow and save. The workshop includes a farm tour and hot soup and bread. Suggested donation: $25-$45 (No one turned away). RSVP/directions 413-863-8696
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-secrets-of-saving/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T090316
CREATED:20160106T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160106T224008Z
UID:17818-1455465600-1455472800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Liqueurs and Cocktails
DESCRIPTION:During class we will mix up 3 different infused spirits (gin\, lavender liqueur + 1 surprise)\, taste them\, and mix them into 3 delicious rounds of cocktails. Bring your sweetie for a fun Valentine’s date! \n(Yes\, we will be consuming alcohol during this class–please attend responsibly!) \nRegister here \nTaught by Melody & Chris Figge\, Co-Founders of The Haberdashery
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-liqueurs-and-cocktails/
LOCATION:The Haberdashery\, 52 Union Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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