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SUMMARY:Flexible Farmers Workshop with Lydia Irons
DESCRIPTION:With the Starseed Farm Project well underway\, we welcome you to join us in a day-long retreat of connecting with the land and one another in a way that nourishes us all. Lydia Irons is a licensed massage therapist who specializes in teaching farmers and gardeners how to safely and effectively use common farm tools such as shovels\, rakes and hoes so that we can be productive in our work and still take care of our most important tools of all\, our bodies. After a community-style potluck lunch\, there will be opportunities to schedule individual massages with Lydia\, put your new-learned skills to work in our garden\, and explore the extensive Starseed grounds. \nLydia’s 90-minute workshop will cover: \nFunctional anatomy (what everyone should know about their body)\nThe Four Rules for good body mechanics (economy of movement\, protecting joint space\, assessing the task and body positioning)\nInjury prevention tips (how to warm up\, maintain and restore from the work you do)\nHow to maintain the overall health of the working body and care tips for problem places\nHandouts and Q&A \nProgram Schedule:\n10:00 Meet and connect. Introductions and check-ins.\n10:30 Lydia Irons delivers 90-minute workshop.\n12:30 Potluck lunch.\n2:00 – 4:00 Opportunity for scheduling massages with Lydia; putting new techniques to work in the fields; free exploration of the grounds.\n5:00 Closing and departure. \nPrice: pay what you can\, nobody will be turned away\, $30-60 suggested sliding scale\nPlease RSVP by May 30 by sending an email to starseed@bcn.net.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/flexible-farmers-workshop-with-lydia-irons/
LOCATION:Starseed Sanctuary\, 672 Chapel Road\, Savoy
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T130000
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SUMMARY:Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Farm Wineries & Growers Association is pleased to present the inaugural Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival on June 2nd. This not-to-miss event will take place at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton from 1:00 – 6:00 PM. Join your fellow wine enthusiasts for an incredible day of sampling over 70 wines from some of the finest farm wineries in Massachusetts. The day will also feature samples and sales of locally produced specialty foods and gourmet caterers. Live jazz music will serve as a backdrop for your enjoyment. As a special feature\, Boston Wine School and Jonathon Alsop will be on site to conduct mini wine education classes every hour on the hour. It’s like Boston Wine School coming to you! Admission tickets to this 21 and over event are $45 each. A $5 banding fee\, which includes a souvenir wine glass\, tote and event program\, is required for anyone wishing to sample wine. Tickets go on sale through Groupon on April 16th in the Hartford\, Springfield and Worcester markets. These tickets will be offered for a limited time as a 2 for the price of 1 deal. If you are not a Groupon member\, click here to join. It’s free! Tickets for the festival are limited and will sell fast. Click here for additional information and a list of participating wineries.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/taste-of-massachusetts-wine-festival/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T170000
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SUMMARY:Public Hearing of The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture will be holding a Public Hearing on matters relative to Agriculture\, Dairy\, Forests\, Pets\, and Snowmobiles. A full agenda is available here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/public-hearing-of-the-joint-committee-on-environment-natural-resources-agriculture/
LOCATION:David Prouty High School\, 302 Main Street\, Spencer
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T130000
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SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Chickens and the Sustainable Farm
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to select breeds; set up a brooder; raise day-old chicks; deal with predator pressure; improve pasture grass and forbs; and provide adequate housing\, feed\, and supplementation. Farm systems covered include waterers and feeders; deep litter; chicken tractors; the Salatin pen; the mobile coop; fencing; rotational grazing; and butchering. Discussion will include how the animals are integral to the farm and how all parts of the farm depend on the others. Hand-outs provided.  $25 NOFA members; non-members $31.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-chickens-and-the-sustainable-farm/
LOCATION:Golden Oak Farm\, 44 Plain Rd\, Hatfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops 2013: Planting and Maintanence
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be a continuation and more in-depth information on main garden planting\, monitoring of: insects and disease\, thinning\, weeding\, mulching\, watering\, fertility\, and fertilizing.  It will also cover foliar\, side-dressing\, compost teas\, cover crops\, green manures\, and saving seeds.  Class size is limited to 10\, $25/class or $100 for the full series.  Space permitting\, no one will be turned away for lack of cash and barter will be considered.  For more information or to register call 978-544-6347 or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-workshops-2013-planting-and-maintanence/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130611T153000
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SUMMARY:Meat Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:$40 per person registration includes lunch and resource materials. (You may add up to 3 additional registrants from the same farm or organization at $35/ea.) Register online by June 4. \nFeaturing guest speakers Matt LeRoux (Agricultural Marketing Specialist\, Cornell Cooperative Extension) and Jason Bond (chef and founder\, Bondir Restuarant) \nAn event for any New England livestock farmer—beginning\, experienced\, or prospective—exploring how best to market their lamb\, beef\, pork\, goat\, or other meat animals. Topics covered will include: \n\nFinding and communicating with your target market\nChoosing a marketing channel\nSelling the whole animal\nPricing cuts\nSelling to restaurants – the chef’s perspective\n\n…and quite a bit more. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from Matt LeRoux (who basically does this for a living at Cornell Cooperative Extension) and Jason Bond (up-and-coming locavore chef). And no promises just yet\, but there may be some local meat products to sample…Please feel free to contact us with any questions at sanderson@comteam.org or at 978-654-6745. Paid for in part by theAmerican Lamb Board.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/meat-marketing-workshop/
LOCATION:The Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine\, 200 Westboro Road\, North Grafton\, MA 
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130618T180000
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SUMMARY:Workshop Clinic for Facilitators & Trainers
DESCRIPTION:Are you involved in food systems\, permaculture\, local agriculture\, or sustainability? Are workshops\, presentations\, or education events part of your work\, mission or program? Do you ever wish you didn’t have to go it alone\, had some help with planning and preparation?\nLots of people have incredible knowledge and wisdom to share\, but want help figuring out where to focus their limited workshop time\, what mix of activities will keep participants engaged and inspired\, and how to best balance providing expertise and encouraging participants’ sharing from their own experiences. And for others\, it’s the registration\, marketing\, logistics or big-picture educational programming that are a challenge. I’m a trainer and do my own workshops and programming\, and I’ve helped others plan and do theirs. We all want rave reviews and maximum impact – so let’s figure out together what works! Call or email for more information\, and to register: Debbie Lynangale at d.lynangale@wap.org\, 802-258-0124.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-clinic-for-facilitators-trainers/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T160000
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SUMMARY:Landscape and Garden Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Bullitt Reservation\, a property in Ashfield of the Trustees of Reservations\, will be hosting a landscape and garden design workshop. \nCome tour the deep-energy retrofitted house\, the restored grounds and the demonstration kitchen garden\, and learn from land-use planner Mollie Babize how designs incorporated into the renovation of Bullitt can be translated to your home. From big patterns\, like the principles of site repair\, to little ones like a morning glory trellis to screen a bathroom window\, we will delve into the relationship between universal design issue and the specific needs of your home. Come with questions and leave inspired. \nThe workshop is free for Trustees members and $5 for non-members. The Bullitt Reservation is located at 332 Bullitt Rd\, Ashfield\, a half-mile off Rte. 116. Any questions\, please contact Emmet Van Driesche at 413-628-4485 x1.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/landscape-and-garden-design-workshop/
LOCATION:Bullitt Reservation\, 332 Bullitt Rd\, Ashfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T170000
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SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Raising Grazers with Grain-fed Animals
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps producers plan how to integrate multiple livestock species into a whole farm system. While the primary focus of this farm is vegetable production\, livestock make crucial contributions to the whole of the farm. This workshop will cover scale thresholds that make animal operations an appropriate size relative to labor input\, market potential\, and husbandry needs. Each species will be considered for its needs\, its economic value\, as well as its contribution to overall farm functioning. The presentation focuses on synergies between grazing animals (cattle and sheep) and grain-fed animals (chickens and pigs)\, using annual cover crops as forage\, creating a farm budget\, managing production\, and scheduling slaughter dates. Marketing discussion will present combined approach to CSA\, direct retail\, farmers’ market\, and restaurants. $25 NOFA members; non-members $31.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-raising-grazers-with-grain-fed-animals/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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