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SUMMARY:Winter Fare: All About Climate Change at Winter Farmers Market at the Hampshire Mall
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center for Eco Technology\, Citizens’ Climate Lobby\, the Red Brigade and Extinction Rebellion Western Mass\, and other area climate groups\, as we focus this year’s Winter Fare on our ever-changing climate. The seeds of change are sown\, commit to helping them grow! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/126593878572569/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-fare-all-about-climate-change-at-winter-farmers-market-at-the-hampshire-mall/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200302T180000
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SUMMARY:Pulse Cafe presents: YOUR FOOD\, YOUR CLIMATE
DESCRIPTION:The food system is a key influence on our climate and the well-being of humans\, non-humans\, and ecosystems. Lead by climate scientist Shaina Rogstad and Brittany Gutermuth of Mass Aubudon\, the presentation and discussion will be grounded in the best available science on land use and climate change\, including agricultural contributions. \nShaina will summarize much of the key information contained in the IPCC\, Intergovermental Panel on Climate Change\, report released this August and touch on ways we can all collectively work to improve and help in the climate change challenge. \nRefreshments included: \nShaina Rogstad is a PhD Candidate in Geo sciences with a masters degree in Applied Mathematics. She works as a climate scientist at the Climate Systems Research Center at UMass Amherst. Her research uses global climate models to study how changes in the Antarctic ice sheet under future conditions with increasing greenhouse gas emissions. You can find her online @ScienceShaina on Twitter and Instagram. \nBrittany Gutermuth is Climate Education Coordinator with Mass Audubon’s Connecticut River Valley Sanctuaries. \nTo save your spot\, PLEASE REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pulse-cafe-presents-your-food-your-climate/
LOCATION:Pulse Cafe\, 270 Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200309T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200309T163000
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SUMMARY:Value-Add Program info session
DESCRIPTION:Turn Your Produce into Value-Added Products at the Western MA Food Processing Center\n\nInfo Session March 9 from 3-4:30pm\n324 Wells St. Greenfield MA \nThe Western Massachusetts Food Processing Center (WMFPC) is a shared-use food processing facility in Greenfield MA\, which offers both rental and co-packing services to regional food entrepreneurs and local farms. \nThis summer and fall\, they will be launching a Value-Add Program for local farms. This program aims to increase our region’s capacity to lightly process fruits and vegetables to make local food accessible year-round. The WMFPC works with farmers to process their fresh produce into frozen and value-added\, shelf-stable products. \n\nJoin us at our info session next month or email Kate at katev@fccdc.org for more information.\n\nRSVP here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/value-add-program-info-session/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200226T141559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T175330Z
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SUMMARY:Decolonizing the East Coast Food System- Postponed!
DESCRIPTION:Decolonizing the East Coast Food System\n\nJoin seven food justice community organizers in a discussion about creating an alternate food system for and by people of color and dismantling systemic barriers to ensure everyone has access to healthy\, fresh\, affordable food and produce.Moderated by students of color. \nPanelists include: \n\nEric Jackson\, Black Yield Institute\, Baltimore\, MD\nKaren Washington\, Rise and Root Farm\, Orange County\, NY\nShanelle Morris\, Grow Hartford\, Hartford\, CT\nLiz O’Gilvie\, Gardening the Community\, Springfield Food Policy Council\, Springfield\, MA\nIbrahim Ali\, Gardening the Community\, Springfield\, MA\nZephrin Mongroo\, Garden of Eat’n\, Springfield\, MA\nNicole Coker\, Garden of Eat’n\, Springfield\, MA\n\n\n  Thursday\, March 12 at 7:00pm  to 9:00pm \n Clapp Laboratory\, Hooker Auditorium (016) at Mount Holyoke College
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/decolonizing-the-east-coast-food-system/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200129T201744Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning Blueberries: a Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pruning Blueberries: a Hands-on Workshop\n$50/person\nMs. Sonia Schloemann \nMarch 14\, 2020\, 10:00am to 12:00pm\nSholan Farm: 1124 Pleasant St.\, Leominster\, MA 01453 \nBlueberries are among the most popular fruits to grow in the home garden. They are healthful and well suited tour New England conditions.Come learn the basics for pruning blueberries for your home landscape. Participants will get some hands-on pruning lessons. We’ll learn about tool maintenance and sharpening\, too. Tools provided \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pruning-blueberries-a-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
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SUMMARY:Growing & Pruning Grapes: a Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Growing & Pruning Grapes: a Hands-on Workshop\n$50/person\nMs. Sonia Schloemann \nMarch 21\, 2020\, 10:00am to 12:00pm\nUMass Cold Spring Orchard: 391 Sabin St.\, Belchertown\, MA 01007 \nGrapes are one of the most universally enjoyed fruits available. Many new varieties have superb taste\, are winter hardy\, and can make excellent wine. Grapes are fun to grow but present some challenges. One of the biggest challenges is knowing how to correctly prune them. Participants will have the opportunity to conduct actual pruning and gain both experience and confidence in pruning and training grapes in order to produce a bountiful crop. We’ll learn about tool maintenance and sharpening\, too. Bring your own tools or use ours \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/growing-pruning-grapes-a-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200302T162009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T162022Z
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SUMMARY:Easthampton Groundbreaking Ceremony - River Valley Coop
DESCRIPTION:River Valley Co·op \nEasthampton Groundbreaking Ceremony \nMarch 21st \n10:30am – 12:00pm · 228 Northampton St.\, Easthampton\, MA 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/easthampton-groundbreaking-ceremony-river-valley-coop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200328T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T143956Z
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SUMMARY:Blueberry Pruning for the Home Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Blueberry Pruning for the Home Gardener\, Saturday March 28\, 10-11:30 a.m. \nDo you have blueberry bushes but are afraid to prune them for fear of making a mistake? Do you wish your bushes produced bigger\, better berries? Join QQ Farm Manager\, Leslie Harris\, and the QQ farm crew for a hands-on workshop about pruning blueberry bushes. Learn about blueberry growth habit\, the importance of thinning for great fruit\, and which tools our pruners prefer. Registration includes all supplies and light refreshments. $30.00 \nRegister for workshops from the Farm Events Calendar.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/blueberry-pruning-for-the-home-gardener/
LOCATION:Quonquont Farm\, Whately\, MA\,  
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
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SUMMARY:Home Orchard Establishment & Basics
DESCRIPTION:Home Orchard Establishment & Basics -a Classroom Workshop\n$50/person\nMr. Jon Clements and Ms. Liz Garofalo \nMarch 28\,2020\, 10:00am to 12:00pm\nCarlson Orchards: 115 Oak Hill Rd.\, Harvard MA 01451 \nHorticultural topics covered will be the basics of planting fruit trees\, including site selection\, choice of variety and root stock\, planting best practices\, tree training and pruning\, fertilization and ongoing fruit tree care. (In-depth pest management will be covered in the afternoon session.) If weather permits\, there will be a hands-on demonstration of planting fruit trees at the Orchard. \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/home-orchard-establishment-basics/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
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UID:32688-1585400400-1585409400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Home Orchard Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Home Orchard Pest Management -a Hands-on Workshop\n$50/person\nDr. Jaime Pinero and Ms. Liz Garofalo \nMarch 28\,2020\, 1:00pm to 3:30pm\nCarlson Orchards: 115 Oak Hill Rd.\, Harvard MA 01451 \nOne of the most challenging thing about growing your own fruit is knowing how to identify the insect pests and diseases that might afflict them. Learn the basics of pest and disease identification and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in the home orchard. Hands-on\, scouting\, monitoring\, placement of traps\, etc. will be covered. \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/home-orchard-pest-management/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200129T202918Z
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SUMMARY:Grafting Fruit Trees: a Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Grafting Fruit Trees: a Hands-on Workshop\n$100/person***\nDr. Wesley Autio \nApril 11\, 2020\, 9:30am to 3:00pm\nUMass Cold Spring Orchard: 391 Sabin St.\, Belchertown\, MA 01007 \nMany people do not realize that all apple varieties are reproduced by grafting -they are not grown from seed. For horticultural enthusiasts\, one of the most satisfying techniques to master is grafting. Wes Autio will present a hands-on workshop on “bench grafting” and “cleft grafting” of apple trees. Other grafting techniques will be discussed. Proper tools and sharpening will be included. All workshop participants will graft several apple trees to take home! \n***This workshop is longer and involves additional plant material and supply costs \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grafting-fruit-trees-a-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200401T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200325T131126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200325T131155Z
UID:33330-1585753200-1585756800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Strategies for Online Farm Stores
DESCRIPTION:Strategies for Online Farm Stores\nWednesday\, April 1\, 2020\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nAre you looking to transition to online or pre-paid sales? Thinking about offering home delivery or curbside pick-up? Come hear from a panel of livestock farmers who are currently doing it successfully! Our presenters are Hayden Holbert of Avrom Farm in WI\, Sam Gasson of Bull City Farm in NC\, Katie Steere of Deep Roots Farm in RI\, and Heather Puckett of MT Cross Farm in MT. They will share their experiences with the various online platforms\, and also offer tips for navigating the logistical challenges that come with online stores. \nClick here to register for this online farm sales webinar.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-strategies-for-online-farm-stores/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200330T204417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200330T204417Z
UID:33444-1585828800-1585832400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar on new payroll and tax provisions in FFCRA
DESCRIPTION:Farm Credit East is offering an educational webinar regarding new payroll and tax provisions outlined in the newly passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and Coronavirus Aid\, Relief\, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. This free webinar will be held on Thursday\, April 2\, from noon to 1 p.m. \nSenior Tax Consultant\, Dario Arezzo\, will review some of the key tax provisions of the CARES Act\, as well as tax planning considerations for agricultural businesses. Tax and payroll provisions of the FFCRA\, including emergency leave and payroll tax credits for employers\, will also be covered. \nTo register for the free\, one-hour webinar\, or to see recordings of past webinars\, visit FarmCreditEast.com/Webinars. Also\, for ongoing updates on tax provisions including updates on tax law changes resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic\, visit our Tax Talks blog at FarmCreditEast.com/TaxTalks.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-on-new-payroll-and-tax-provisions-in-ffcra/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200323T192619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T192619Z
UID:33273-1585828800-1585846800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Farm to Freezer: The Logistics of Online Sales & Shipping Meat
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, April 2nd\n12pmEST \nHear from three experienced panelists who sell their meats online & ship direct to consumers. Let’s turn the COVID-19 pandemic into an opportunity to connect our niche meats to hungry consumers. Topics will include: setting up an online store\, different web platforms\, accepting payments\, updating inventory\, meat selection\, subscriptions versus ala-carte orders\, boxes\, insulation\, dry ice\, maintaining cold chain\, shipping carriers\, costs\, & legalities of selling meat across state lines (Rebecca will cover that one). This will be more of an informal discussion than a formal presentation. \nPanelists include:\nMatthew Lawrence\, Marble Creek Farmstead & Marble City Meats USDA plant\, AL\nAdrienne Larrew\, Corner Post Meats\, CO\nBrian Brozovic\, Painted Hills Natural Beef\, OR \nPlease pre-register at least 10 minutes before the webinar at this link. All NMPAN webinars are FREE and will be archived to our YouTube channel should you not be able to attend.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-farm-to-freezer-the-logistics-of-online-sales-shipping-meat/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200404T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200129T202634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T202634Z
UID:32690-1586001600-1586008800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Introductory Hard Cider Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Introductory Hard Cider Appreciation-a Classroom Workshop\n$65/person**\nMs. Liz Garofalo \nApril 4\,2020\, 12:00pm to 2:00pm\nRed Apple Farm: 455 Highland Ave\, Phillipston MA 0331 \nCider is one of the fastest growing craft adult beverage markets in the country! There are many different styles of cider from the stuff your grandparents made in the basement to top shelf ciders that compare to fine Champagnes. Come and learn a brief history of cider and dive in to understanding (and tasting) why cider really is the best thing you can do with apples.**(Must be at least 21years of age to participate in this workshop). Space is limited so sign up early for this one! \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introductory-hard-cider-appreciation/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200410T173709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T173828Z
UID:33659-1586782800-1586786400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northampton Emergency Small Business Grant Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Presentation and Q&A via Zoom\, with Dee Dice\, Valley CDC. \nJoin Dee Dice\, the Small Business Advisor at Valley Community Development to learn more about the Northampton Emergency Small Business Grant Program and discuss the eligibility requirements\, and the application review and award process. \nRegister Here \nAbout the Grant Program \nThe Northampton Emergency Small Business Grant is a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program designed to provide funds to low- and moderate-income businesses to assist them in remaining open\, as well as stimulate and pivot their businesses during this time of COVID-19 and in the future. \nGrant applications will open at 9:00 AM on Wednesday\, April 15\, 2020. A link to apply will be featured on this page of the Chamber’s website. \nPlease review the eligibility restrictions carefully\, as these funds are limited\, and the process will become overburdened if non-eligible small businesses apply. Find full details on our website. \nAbout Dee \nDee Dice\, Small Business Development Coordinator has always worked for herself until taking this position 3 years ago at Valley Community Development. As a serial entrepreneur\, her experience and creativity lend itself to helping others in starting businesses and continuing to make them grow. \nNorthampton Chamber COVID-19 Resource Page
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northampton-emergency-small-business-grant-program-information-session/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200129T203056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T203056Z
UID:32694-1587204000-1587218400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Biology & Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Native Pollinator Biology & Conservation–a Classroom Workshop\n$30/person\nMs. Sonia Schloemann \nApril 18\, 2020\, 10:00am to 12:00pm\nFrench Hall\, UMass\,: 230 Stockbridge Rd. Amherst\, MA (Park in Lot 62) 01003 \nNative pollinators are an essential resource in our wild and managed landscapes.Come to this workshop if you’re interested in learning more about their biology and conservation.We’ll mainly be talking about different species of bees but other types of pollinators will also be mentioned (flies\, birds\, bats\, etc.). We’ll learn about the different families of pollinating bees ranging from the tiny beautiful sweat bees to the big and endearing bumble bees.We’ll learn about what they need for nesting and foraging habitats and how to create these spaces in our landscapes.A brief tour of the UMass Permaculture Garden will be included. \nRegister online for any of the Mass Aggie seminars by clicking here.  Some workshops have limited space so registering online is more likely to ensure enrollment. \nIf you do not wish to register online\, you may print a registration form to mail. Click 2020 Mass Aggie Workshop Series\, and you will open a pdf version of the registration form. You can print this form\, select the seminars that you wish to attend\, and mail it with a check for the appropriate amount. \nPlease do not bring children or pets (except certified service animals) to any of these workshops.  We are not equipped to ensure their comfort or safety.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/native-pollinator-biology-conservation/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T200820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T200858Z
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SUMMARY:Abundant Plant Propagation
DESCRIPTION:Abundant Plant Propagation \nTEACHER: Daniel Bensonoff \nDATE: April 26th\nTIME: 9:00-12:00pm\nCOST: $30 \nDescription\nOne of the primary barriers in starting a new garden can be the cost of plants\, particularly perennial plants. By learning a handful of essential techniques we can create a multitude of useful plants for ourselves and the greater community. During this workshop we’ll practice a variety of propagation skills including hardwood cuttings\, layering\, stooling\, and more. Participants will leave with foundational skills to cheaply and easily create a more abundant garden. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/abundant-plant-propagation/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200427T133601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T133601Z
UID:33788-1587981600-1587985200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: COVID-19 SBA Resources Update
DESCRIPTION:Join a webinars on Monday 4/27 COVID-19 SBA Resources Update \nThe Massachusetts District Office is providing SBA small business relief program updates all week. Join any of our virtual sessions throughout the week to get the latest from our office. \nMonday 4/27/20 at 10:00am \nREGISTER \nOn Friday\, March 27th\, CARES Act was passed to help small businesses affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic. On Friday\, April 24th\, PPP and Health Care Enhancement Act was passed to increase funding for the PPP program. Limited funding will again be available through the SBA. Counseling and training is also available virtually through our network of resource partners. Focus on Smaller and Minority and Women-owned businesses. \nFollow-up with your bank as soon as possible if:\n• Your business applied last round but was not approved due to no more funds available.\n• You did not apply and are interested in applying.\n• If you don’t have a commercial relationship with a bank than contact us or view this link to lenders
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-covid-19-sba-resources-update/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T144217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T144217Z
UID:32981-1588413600-1588419000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twigs and Trellises—Making Garden Structures from Natural Materials
DESCRIPTION:Twigs and Trellises—Making Garden Structures from Natural Materials\nSaturday May 2\, 10-11:30 a.m. \nJoin Quonquont’s designer and naturalist Allison Bell to explore making garden structures from natural materials. We’ll discuss possibilities for fencing and ornamental structures and use locally sourced vines\, branches\, and apple prunings to make a standing trellis for your favorite climbing plants. Registration includes all supplies and light refreshments. $30.00 \nRegister for workshops from the Farm Events Calendar.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/twigs-and-trellises-making-garden-structures-from-natural-materials/
LOCATION:Quonquont Farm\, Whately\, MA\,  
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T201126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T201126Z
UID:33016-1588496400-1588518000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeepers Mentorship Program
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Beekeepers Mentorship Program \nTEACHER: Ori Ben-Shir \nDATE:  May 3rd\, June 7th and August 2nd\nTIME: 9:00-3:00pm\nCOST: $225 \nBYOS (bring your own suit)! There are some suits available to borrow.  Contact 94benshiro@gmail.com to arrange.   \n*class limited to 12 students \nThis mentorship program will provide practical\, hands-on guidance for students looking to learn the basics of honeybee care. Over the course of three full-day sessions\, we will address behavior analysis\, honey management\, swarm prevention\, increasing colonies\, and queen production/management. We will also learn techniques to improve the resilience and overall health of our bees\, drastically reducing the need for treatment for diseases and pests. Each class will feature time out in the bee-yard\, observing and physically interacting with the bees at Ancient Ponies Farm. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/beginning-beekeepers-mentorship-program/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T144317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T144317Z
UID:32983-1589018400-1589023800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spring Flowering Nests
DESCRIPTION:Spring Flowering Nests\nSaturday May 9\, 10-11:30 a.m. \nCelebrate spring and Mother’s Day by creating a woodland themed flowering “nest.” Using bark\, twigs\, lichens\, acorns\, moss\, and other foraged materials\, we’ll decorate compostable pots and plant them with dainty spring flowers.  Registration includes all supplies and light refreshments. $50.00 \nRegister for workshops from the Farm Events Calendar.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-flowering-nests/
LOCATION:Quonquont Farm\, Whately\, MA\,  
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200430T120814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T120814Z
UID:33817-1589619600-1589634000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Great Barrington Farmers Market- opening
DESCRIPTION:The Great Barrington Farmers Market will be opening for its’ 30th season on May 16th\, at 9 am-1 pm at its’ Church Street location in downtown Great Barrington. The Market will continue to offer a dollar for dollar match on SNAP through the Market Match program. HIP benefits can be redeemed at five Market vendors. For the first weeks of the season\, the Market will look very different due to the outbreak of COVID-19. The market managers have taken into consideration recommendations and policies from local\, state\, and federal governments.  As well as guidance from Mass Farmers Markets and The Farmers Market Coalition. We hope that these measures will not be necessary for the entire season\, but will be in place until restrictions on social distancing are lifted. Please see below for a summary of restrictions. \n\nTo reduce browsing orders should be placed ahead of time whenever possible. A full list of participating vendors can be found on our website greatbarringtonfarmersmarket.org\nA special shopping hour for senior and high-risk Immunocompromised people will be available from 9 am-10 am\nAll shoppers are asked to wear masks.\nThere will be no eating or drinking at the market\nDogs will not be permitted at the market\nThere will be no public bathrooms\, seating areas\, or live music\nWe encourage shoppers to use minimal cash\nThere will be only one entrance to the market and the number of customers allowed in will be limited. It may be possible that you will need to wait in line to enter the market\nPlease only send one member of your household to the market whenever possible\nPlease make safe health choices. Do not come to the market if you are sick or have been sick in the last 14 days\n\nWe did not expect the market to look this way and we are holding onto hope that it won’t be like this for our entire season. COVID-19s impact on the local food economy is wide-reaching. Its’ amplification of food insecurity frightening. That is why we believe it is more important than ever for the market to provide an essential sales outlet for farmers and small food producers\, as well as access to fresh local foods for the food insecure. We appreciate in advance the support of the community as we open under these strange and difficult circumstances. There is so much about what the future looks like that we do not know. \nWith so much unknown\, let’s focus on our mission and what we believe. We believe in the power of food and regenerative agriculture. We believe in nurturing a resilient local food system. We believe in creating a culture of care and accessibility. We believe in the power of our small local economy. We believe each person\, regardless of means\, should have access to healthy food. We believe in Farmers and their essential role in society. We know will be back for the 2020 season. We know the market may look a bit different than it has in the past. New guidelines and systems designed to keep our community safe need to be instituted. We know you’ll help us with that. The opening of our Market is about one month away. We will keep you informed as the date draws closer. Until then buy local\, donate what you can\, and cook good food for the ones you love. We will see you at the Market.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/great-barrington-farmers-market-opening/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T201255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T201255Z
UID:33018-1589706000-1589716800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Non-Traditional Uses for the Unheated High Tunnel
DESCRIPTION:Non-Traditional Uses for the Unheated High Tunnel \nTEACHER: Danny Botkin \nDATE: May 17th\nTIME: 9:00-12:00pm\nCOST: $30 \nDescription\nThere are numerous ways to design\, build\, adapt and exploit the power of high (and low) tunnel greenhouses\, besides just planting traditional row crops for market production. Passionate greenhouse practitioner\, Danny Botkin\, (Laughing Dog Farm) will share slides\, descriptions\, details and stories of various “niche” growing tactics\, seasonal “shortcuts” and unlikely opportunities gleaned in 14 years growing under hoophouse cover\, using a “four season\, hand-powered\, permacultural approach. As a group we’ll tour the new and rapidly evolving high tunnel greenhouse at Ancient Ponies\, lending our critical eyes to the multiple\, overlapping potential designs and uses of its ample\, interior space… \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/non-traditional-uses-for-the-unheated-high-tunnel/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T144448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T144448Z
UID:32985-1589713200-1589724000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Valley Wedding Expo
DESCRIPTION:Valley Wed\nSunday May 17\, 11am-2pm \nNot your average wedding expo. Valley Wed at Quonquont Farm offers an alternative style of wedding show; one that focuses on real relationships with the best wedding vendors the area has to offer. We want to connect couples with the top wedding professionals to help them plan one of the most important days of their lives. Standard admission:  $8/person\, $14/couple; VIP tickets:  $20/person\, $35/couple \nRegister for workshops from the Farm Events Calendar.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/valley-wedding-expo/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200309T130428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T130428Z
UID:33041-1590224400-1590249600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:46th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair
DESCRIPTION:46th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair\nSaturday\, May 23rd and Sunday\, May 24th\, 2020\nCummington Fairgrounds\nCummington\, MA. \nFiber and woolcraft vendors\, sheep shearing demonstrations\, sheep dog trials\, fiber and woolcraft workshops for adults and children\, sheep shows\, fleece show and sale\, and food booths.  9 a.m. – 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. \nFor more information and map\, go to https://masheepwool.org/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/46th-annual-massachusetts-sheep-woolcraft-fair/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200309T130500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T130500Z
UID:33043-1590310800-1590336000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:46th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair
DESCRIPTION:46th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair\nSaturday\, May 23rd and Sunday\, May 24th\, 2020\nCummington Fairgrounds\nCummington\, MA. \nFiber and woolcraft vendors\, sheep shearing demonstrations\, sheep dog trials\, fiber and woolcraft workshops for adults and children\, sheep shows\, fleece show and sale\, and food booths.  9 a.m. – 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. \nFor more information and map\, go to https://masheepwool.org/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/46th-annual-massachusetts-sheep-woolcraft-fair-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200520T182811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T182811Z
UID:33979-1590580800-1590584400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: COVID-19 Impact and Economic Outlook for the Northeast
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic and associated shutdowns have significantly impacted the U.S. economy and introduced a great deal of uncertainty. Where do we go from here? Join Farm Credit East Wednesday\, May 27 from noon to 1pm for a free webinar on the economic outlook for the Northeast and beyond. \nDr. Ed Seifried\, Professor Emeritus of Economics and Business at Lafayette College in Easton\, PA\, will give his take on what’s happening with the economy and what might be in store as the Northeast moves toward a gradual reopening. \n\n Register
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-covid-19-impact-and-economic-outlook-for-the-northeast/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200613
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20191008T194042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T155415Z
UID:31887-1591228800-1592006399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Slow Living Expo
DESCRIPTION:SLOW LIVING SUMMIT – Virtual Conference \nKeynotes: Thursday\, June 4 & Friday June 5\, 2020 \nPanel Discussions and more: Monday\, June 8 – Friday\, June 12 \nThe 10th annual Slow Living Summit will be virtual! Live keynotes by Bill McKibben\, Frances Moore Lappé\, Tom Newmark and Sandra Steingraber\, plus interactive panels\, a farm tour and a happy hour.  \nTopics include Social Justice & Climate Change\, Regenerative Farming\, Cooperative Ownership\, Farm & Food Policy\, and The Changing Landscape for Farm & Food Entrepreneurs During & After the Pandemic.  \n www.slowlivingsummit.org \n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/strolling-of-the-heifers-parade-and-slow-living-expo/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T094319
CREATED:20200303T201943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T201943Z
UID:33027-1592125200-1592136000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Decoding The Beehive
DESCRIPTION:Decoding The Beehive \nTEACHER: Ori Ben-Shir \nDATE:  June 14th\nTIME: 9:00-12:00pm\nCOST: $30 \nBYOS (bring your own suit)! There are some suits available to borrow.  Contact 94benshiro@gmail.com to arrange. \n*class limited to 12 students \nDescription\nJoin experienced beekeeper\, Ori Ben-Shir\, for a 3 hour “hive dive” and see for yourself how the honeybee colony functions. Together we will find the queen\, watch the waggle dance\, observe the different stages of honeybee development and taste honeycomb straight from the hive! We will also leave time for a discussion of some methods for keeping local pollinators happy and healthy. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/decoding-the-beehive/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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