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SUMMARY:Parent/Child Little Growers Morning Program
DESCRIPTION:The Farm Education Collaborative presents many spring children’s programs.  At the Parent/Child Little Growers Morning program you’ll enjoy a morning of planting and playing in the fields as you discover garden secrets\, farm friends\,and sweet treats.  You’ll prepare and eat snacks using freshly gathered ingredients\, visit with the animals\, play in the garden\, and join together in a circle of story and song.  This program is meant for children between the ages of 0-5.  The 7 week program is $85-$130 on a sliding scale.  There is financial aid available for low-income individuals and households.  Learn more and register online here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/parentchild-little-growers-morning-program/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130509T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
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LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T214830Z
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SUMMARY:Burgy Farmer's Market Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:The Burgy Farmer’s Market will host a seed swap at its first market of the season.  Bring garden seed (no seedlings or other plants\, please) to share with your neighbors\, and enjoy the market’s early season offerings.  HSSN members will be present to answer seed saving questions and share experiences. To be held on the lawn in front of Meekins Library\, 2 Williams Street\, Williamsburg\, from 2 to 6pm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/burgy-farmers-market-seed-swap/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
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SUMMARY:Preschool Mornings on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:The Farm Education Collaborative presents many spring children’s programs.  At the Preschool Mornings on the Farm program you’ll enjoy a mornings full of fun and learning together on the farm.  You’ll prepare and eat snacks using freshly gathered ingredients\, visit with the animals\, create farm-inspired art\, and join together in a circle of story and song.  This program is meant for children between the ages of 3-6.  The 7 week program is $85-$130 on a sliding scale.  There is financial aid available for low-income individuals and households.  Learn more and register online here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3366/
LOCATION:Crimson & Clover Farm\, 215 Spring St\, Florence\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130512
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T191102Z
UID:1661-1368230400-1368316799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Raising 100% Grass-Fed Beef
DESCRIPTION:This workshop presents the benefits for the bovine\, the human\, the land\, and the world of raising beef on a 100% grass diet. Participants will gain appreciation for details of producing consistently high-quality beef. Topics include genetics\, management\, grass\, harvest\, and handling. The morning features a lecture with photos. The afternoon features hands-on demonstration (bring your boots). (This workshop is co-sponsored by East Quabbin Land Trust) $40 NOFA members; non-members $50.  Click herefor more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-raising-100-grass-fed-beef/
LOCATION:East Quabbin Land Trust\, 120 Ridge Rd\, Hardwick\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130418T212230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130418T212230Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening the Community's Annual Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in our annual Spring Plant Sale Event\, happening this year rain or shine in conjunction with the Springfield Food Policy Council’s Gardeners’ Gathering (see below for more details). \nThere will be workshops on how to build a raised bed and how to jump start your backyard or container garden\, sign-ups for GTC EATS!\, and a work day. So don’t forget to bring your gloves\, water bottle and a lunch and help us prepare beds\, weed and plant. Get your hands dirty and join the fun! \nYou can pre-order flowers\, vegetable plants\, herbs and more for spring through fall gardening at INCREDIBLE savings!! Perfect for Mother’s Day.  For a full selection\, you must order and pay ahead of time. You will pick up on Saturday\, May 11\, at 256 Hancock St. \nTo pre-order your plants have the order form sent to you via email: Sales@gardeningthecommunity.org. We will also have a more limited selection of plants for sale on May 11 – first come\, first serve. DEADLINE FOR ADVANCE ORDERS IS SUNDAY\, MAY 5!!! \nYou can print out the order form and mail it with your payment to: \nGardening the Community \nPO Box 90774 \nSpringfield\,MA 01139 \nOR \nEmail us your order form at: \n Sales@gardeningthecommunity.org \n (and mail your check or credit card info to the above address) \nPlease make checks payable to: \n Gardening the Community \nFor further information contact Gardening the Community: \n413.693.5340 \nSales@gardeningthecommunity.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-the-communitys-annual-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Hancock St. Garden\, 256 Hancock St\, Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130417T181904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130417T181904Z
UID:3503-1368262800-1368288000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Co-op Power's 9th Annual Sustainability Summit
DESCRIPTION:Co-op Power’s 9th Annual Sustainability Summit will be held on Saturday\, May 11th at Hampshire College in Amherst\, MA from 9:00AM-4:00PM. Our Annual Meeting will directly follow the Summit from 4-6:30 and all are welcome to attend.\n \nThe Summit is a great opportunity to share ideas with like-minded people on topics from green business development and community finance to sustainable heating options and green energy. It?s a chance to figure out what resources are available going forward.\n \nWe expect vibrant discussions about our society and our environment. \nKeynote speaker\, Halina Brown\, of Clark University and the Sustainable Consumption Action and Research Initiative\, will speak on the interconnection of consumerism\, technology\, environmental destruction\, and the need to develop new cooperative-based economies.\n \nWe want to make sure that activist groups and people passionate about the environment and social justice have a place at the summit to add their excitement and expertise! There are a few options of ways to be involved:\n \n1) Sponsor or exhibit at the Summit- Booths cost $100 for non-profits\,\n$150 for for-profit businesses. The exhibit area is in the courtyard of Franklin Patterson Hall at Hampshire College. You’ll get a 10×10 space\, one six-foot table\, and two chairs. We recommend bringing a tent in case of rain and/or sun.\n \n2) Become a community sponsor. We recognize that many activist organizations don’t have a big budget. However\, you do have human capital.  You can become a community sponsor by helping to promote the Sustainability Summit.\n \nHere’s how it works:\n \nContact elizabeth@cooppower.coop to say you’d like to become a community sponsor. Elizabeth will create a promotional code just for your organization. You distribute the code to people in your network. \nThe code gets them 10% off the registration cost when they sign up online!\n \nWe track how many people use your unique promotional code. If 20 people sign up\, you get a half table in the exhibitor area and your name listed on our website and program. If 40 people sign up\, you get a full table and the same listing. If more than 40 people sign up using your code—you?re awesome!\n \nNote: You must reach your goal of 20 or 40 sign-ups before April 26th when we need our final count of booths. The sooner you can do it\, the better!\n \nHere’s a look at what to expect at the Summit:\n \nNine tracks of three workshops around themes that illuminate different aspects of sustainability. Themes include electricity\, energy efficiency\, cooperative development\, green business development\, sustainability in the pioneer valley\, biodiesel\, and sustainable heating.\nA catered lunch\nA Facilitated Discussion with keynote speaker\, Halina Brown An exhibitor area where activist groups and green businesses can connect with attendees\n4-6:30 PM: Co-op Power’s Annual Meeting and Potluck. Members will make decisions about cooperation and autonomy among our decentralized network of local organizing councils.\n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/co-op-powers-9th-annual-sustainability-summit/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130404T220250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130404T220403Z
UID:3178-1368266400-1368273600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardeners Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Experienced and new gardeners are invited to come learn how to do urban agriculture as backyard and balcony gardeners.  Hosted by Gardening the Community.  There will be a plant sale from 9 AM-1 PM where you can purchase affordable herbs\, veggies\, and flowers for your garden.  There will also be a perennial swap from 10 AM-12 PM. \nTo pre-order your plants call 413-693-5340. \nClick here to visit GTC’s website!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardeners-gathering/
LOCATION:GTC Community Garden\, 256 Hancock St\, Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130513T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130507T215054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130507T215054Z
UID:4030-1368462600-1368468000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Training for New Growers and Market Managers
DESCRIPTION:Training sessions will be held for the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) or “Coupon Program” at the following times and locations.  Trainings are required for all growers and market managers new to the program this season. Coupons cannot be accepted or redeemed prior to training and signing an agreement. If you are unable to attend any of these sessions and would like to begin accepting coupons at your farmers’ market please contact Mary Jordan at mary.jordan@state.ma.us to make other arrangements. \nGrowers and market managers returning to the coupon program do not need to attend a training session.  Recertification for returning growers and managers is conducted through the mail or email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmers-market-nutrition-program-training-for-new-growers-and-market-managers/
LOCATION:MDAR Amherst Office\, 3rd floor\, 101 University Drive\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130509T213127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130509T213127Z
UID:4182-1368469800-1368478800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of our Lives
DESCRIPTION:There will be a free movie screening and discussion with Ed Stockman of Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives\, a film by best selling author Jeffrey M. Smith and narrated by Lisa Oz.  The film is on genetically modified foods and how they can harm you and your family.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/genetic-roulette-the-gamble-of-our-lives/
LOCATION:Glenbrook Middle School\, 110 Cambridge Circle\, Longmeadow\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130517T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130423T212359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T212359Z
UID:3650-1368804600-1368813600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Prospect Meadow Farm Open House & Community Day
DESCRIPTION:ServiceNet and Prospect Meadow Farm invites the local community to a free family friendly open house and community day on the farm located at 103a Prospect St. in Hatfield\, MA.  The open house and activities will take place on Friday\, May 17th from 3:30pm-6:00pm. This event will feature guided farm tours\, animal demonstrations\, lawn games\, professional magic shows\, all age rock music\, a free dessert bar\, and concessions available from the local food truck the Bistro Bus. \nProspect Meadow Farm is a nonprofit social enterprise working farm that empowers physically\, mentally\, developmentally\, and economically challenged individuals to find meaningful activity through work in agriculture related fields. \n*Rain Date is May 20*
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/prospect-meadow-farm-open-house-community-day/
LOCATION:Prospect Meadow Farm\, 103A Prospect St\, Hatfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130423T215018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T215018Z
UID:3669-1368871200-1368885600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spring Seed and Plant Exchange
DESCRIPTION:The Hilltown Seed Saving Network will hold our first annual Spring Seed and Plant Exchange.  Find the perfect plant for your garden\, or the right variety of seed for summer crops.  Bring seeds\, seedlings\, and perennial divisions to share.  There is no scheduled programming at this event\, but Tevis Robertson-Goldberg of Crabapple Farm will be on hand to answer questions.  This is also a great opportunity to meet other Hilltowners who are interested in seed saving\, and compare notes.  To be held at the Community House\, 33 Main Street\, Cummington.  Bring seeds and plants starting at 10am\, take seeds and plants starting at 10:30am\, and continuing until 2pm. \nFor more information contact Sadie Stull at 413-634-5013\, or Michael Alterman at 413-358-6919 or alterman@speakeasy.net.  We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-seed-and-plant-exchange/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130522T133000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130423T213344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T213344Z
UID:3656-1369213200-1369229400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:PVGrows Spring Forum: Local Food for Schools\, Hospitals\, & Other Institutions
DESCRIPTION:How can we advance farm-to-institution connections in the Pioneer Valley? \nIn a healthy food system\, nutritious locally grown foods are being served in schools\, hospitals\, prisons\, and other institutions.  Come to the PVGrows Spring Forum to learn how these partnerships are being built\, and what you can do to support their growth. \nOur first plenary speaker is Kelly Erwin\, Founder and Director of the MA Farm to School Project\, on the important role of farm-to-institution connections in building a healthy food system.  Kelly will give a primer on the many forms these partnerships can take- ranging from a farmer selling direct to an institution to other models with multiple “middlemen.”  More speakers to be announced soon! \nWe’ll be hosted by UMass Dining Services\, which sources an impressive 28% of its produce locally.  We’ll learn about their relationships with farmers\, distributors\, and students\, and then we’ll enjoy one of their locally-grown lunches. \nInteractive sessions are designed to connect you to people and organizations with farm-to-institution challenges and solutions similar to your own. \nAnd as usual\, the Forum includes structured networking\, opportunities for collaboration\, and a locally grown lunch! \nRead more about the PVGrows Forum. \n\nThis event is open to anyone working for a healthy food system in the Pioneer Valley.\nSpace is limited to 120.\nThe Forum is free. ($10 lunch food donation suggested).\nWed\, May 22\, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm\n10th Floor of the UMass Hotel & Conference Center\, Amherst\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pvgrows-spring-forum-local-food-for-schools-hospitals-other-institutions/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T192119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192119Z
UID:1673-1369476000-1369486800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass Aggie Seminars: Native Pollinator Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Pollination is an important step in growing all fruits and many vegetables. While most people know about honey bees\, native bees are also important pollinators. Encouraging native bees and other beneficials by providing nesting and forage habitat is easy and fun for the home gardener. Learn about how to build bee blocks and which flowering plants make good forage habitat. Participants will build nest boxes to bring home to their gardens. Registration is $50\, click here for more information on how to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-seminars-native-pollinator-conservation/
LOCATION:Land’s Sake Farm\, 27 Crescent St\, Weston\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130527
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T192311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192311Z
UID:1675-1369526400-1369612799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA's Spring Cheesemaking Workshops: Making Simple Cheeses
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides a general understanding of how milk is made into cheese and what to look for when selecting milk for cheese-making. The workshop is primarily hands-on\, demonstrating what the milk and curds and cheese look like at each step of the process. Learn to diagnose and fix problems during the process to produce delicious cheeses\, even if things don’t come out precisely as intended.  $65 NOFA members; $70 non-members.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofas-spring-cheesemaking-workshops-making-simple-cheeses/
LOCATION:Oake Knoll Ayrshires at Lawton’s Family Farm\, 70 North St\, Foxborough\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T192548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192548Z
UID:1677-1369573200-1369587600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Managing a Horse-Powered CSA
DESCRIPTION:Natural Roots Farm relies exclusively on horse-power to run a 200-member CSA and to harvest hay and timber. Participants will see live horse-power demonstrations on a variety of traditional and recently innovated horse-drawn implements and will learn how these practices are used in the farm’s vegetable production systems. $30 NOFA members; non-members $38.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-managing-a-horse-powered-csa/
LOCATION:Natural Roots Farm\, 888 Shelburne Falls Rd\, Conway\, MA 
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130529T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T182708Z
UID:4385-1370080800-1370106000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Flexible Farmers Workshop with Lydia Irons
DESCRIPTION:With the Starseed Farm Project well underway\, we welcome you to join us in a day-long retreat of connecting with the land and one another in a way that nourishes us all. Lydia Irons is a licensed massage therapist who specializes in teaching farmers and gardeners how to safely and effectively use common farm tools such as shovels\, rakes and hoes so that we can be productive in our work and still take care of our most important tools of all\, our bodies. After a community-style potluck lunch\, there will be opportunities to schedule individual massages with Lydia\, put your new-learned skills to work in our garden\, and explore the extensive Starseed grounds. \nLydia’s 90-minute workshop will cover: \nFunctional anatomy (what everyone should know about their body)\nThe Four Rules for good body mechanics (economy of movement\, protecting joint space\, assessing the task and body positioning)\nInjury prevention tips (how to warm up\, maintain and restore from the work you do)\nHow to maintain the overall health of the working body and care tips for problem places\nHandouts and Q&A \nProgram Schedule:\n10:00 Meet and connect. Introductions and check-ins.\n10:30 Lydia Irons delivers 90-minute workshop.\n12:30 Potluck lunch.\n2:00 – 4:00 Opportunity for scheduling massages with Lydia; putting new techniques to work in the fields; free exploration of the grounds.\n5:00 Closing and departure. \nPrice: pay what you can\, nobody will be turned away\, $30-60 suggested sliding scale\nPlease RSVP by May 30 by sending an email to starseed@bcn.net.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/flexible-farmers-workshop-with-lydia-irons/
LOCATION:Starseed Sanctuary\, 672 Chapel Road\, Savoy
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130417T183535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T181717Z
UID:3511-1370178000-1370196000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Farm Wineries & Growers Association is pleased to present the inaugural Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival on June 2nd. This not-to-miss event will take place at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton from 1:00 – 6:00 PM. Join your fellow wine enthusiasts for an incredible day of sampling over 70 wines from some of the finest farm wineries in Massachusetts. The day will also feature samples and sales of locally produced specialty foods and gourmet caterers. Live jazz music will serve as a backdrop for your enjoyment. As a special feature\, Boston Wine School and Jonathon Alsop will be on site to conduct mini wine education classes every hour on the hour. It’s like Boston Wine School coming to you! Admission tickets to this 21 and over event are $45 each. A $5 banding fee\, which includes a souvenir wine glass\, tote and event program\, is required for anyone wishing to sample wine. Tickets go on sale through Groupon on April 16th in the Hartford\, Springfield and Worcester markets. These tickets will be offered for a limited time as a 2 for the price of 1 deal. If you are not a Groupon member\, click here to join. It’s free! Tickets for the festival are limited and will sell fast. Click here for additional information and a list of participating wineries.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/taste-of-massachusetts-wine-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130521T175323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130521T175323Z
UID:4295-1370253600-1370278800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing of The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture will be holding a Public Hearing on matters relative to Agriculture\, Dairy\, Forests\, Pets\, and Snowmobiles. A full agenda is available here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/public-hearing-of-the-joint-committee-on-environment-natural-resources-agriculture/
LOCATION:David Prouty High School\, 302 Main Street\, Spencer
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T201930Z
UID:1682-1370682000-1370696400@www.buylocalfood.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T202137Z
UID:1684-1370685600-1370696400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops 2013: Planting and Maintanence
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be a continuation and more in-depth information on main garden planting\, monitoring of: insects and disease\, thinning\, weeding\, mulching\, watering\, fertility\, and fertilizing.  It will also cover foliar\, side-dressing\, compost teas\, cover crops\, green manures\, and saving seeds.  Class size is limited to 10\, $25/class or $100 for the full series.  Space permitting\, no one will be turned away for lack of cash and barter will be considered.  For more information or to register call 978-544-6347 or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-workshops-2013-planting-and-maintanence/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130611T153000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130430T212907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130430T212907Z
UID:3880-1370943000-1370964600@www.buylocalfood.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130529T180930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T181007Z
UID:4339-1371578400-1371589200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop Clinic for Facilitators & Trainers
DESCRIPTION:Are you involved in food systems\, permaculture\, local agriculture\, or sustainability? Are workshops\, presentations\, or education events part of your work\, mission or program? Do you ever wish you didn’t have to go it alone\, had some help with planning and preparation?\nLots of people have incredible knowledge and wisdom to share\, but want help figuring out where to focus their limited workshop time\, what mix of activities will keep participants engaged and inspired\, and how to best balance providing expertise and encouraging participants’ sharing from their own experiences. And for others\, it’s the registration\, marketing\, logistics or big-picture educational programming that are a challenge. I’m a trainer and do my own workshops and programming\, and I’ve helped others plan and do theirs. We all want rave reviews and maximum impact – so let’s figure out together what works! Call or email for more information\, and to register: Debbie Lynangale at d.lynangale@wap.org\, 802-258-0124.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-clinic-for-facilitators-trainers/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130618T220646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130618T220646Z
UID:4899-1371909600-1371916800@www.buylocalfood.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130310T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T202846Z
UID:1689-1371909600-1371920400@www.buylocalfood.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130319T224053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130604T235016Z
UID:2273-1373702400-1375462800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:USA: Permaculture Design at Sirius
DESCRIPTION:USA: Permaculture Design at Sirius is a intensive three-week course. Learn how to create sustainable\, productive and beautiful human environments using natural ecosystems as models. Gain the skills to implement a permaculture project in your own community as you move through the design of projects beginning with interviews of real clients\, needs assessments\, development of real solutions\, and a formal permaculture design and presentation.  At Sirius Community explore the relationship between personal\, social and ecological sustainability in the rich context of this educational and spiritual ecovillage. \n\nProgram Highlights: \n•  Visit urban farms\, Community-Supported Agricultural (CSA) projects\, Eco-homesteads and micro organic food cottage industries \n•  Learn from award-winning permaculture designers and co-authors of Edible Forest Gardens\, Dave Jacke and Eric Toensmeier. \n•  Become a Certified Permaculture Apprentice: eligible to receive a Diploma of Permaculture Design after 2 years of applied work. \n•  Develop experience and skills living and learning alongside members of the Ecovillage. \n•  Experience an extra week of in depth design practice compared to all other PDC’s (which are a maximum of 2 weeks). \n•  Gain experience working in the Sirius edible forest gardens and install a perennial polyculture garden for the community. \n\nFor more information click here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/usa-permaculture-design-at-sirius/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130718T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130708T195440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130708T195952Z
UID:5134-1374172200-1374179400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Session
DESCRIPTION:Several farmer groups have raised concerns about the newly proposed FSMA rules and their cost to local growers. Rather than wading through hundreds of pages of rules\, come to this session to learn how the proposed rules would impact your farm\, and hear from those working to impact the rule-making process this summer. Roger Noonan\, New England Farmers Union president and farmer\, will discuss what these rules mean for local growers and will explain how to give feedback to the FDA through upcoming public hearings and written comments. MA Farm Bureau president Rich Bonanno and farmer Nathan L’Etoile will also be on hand to share their understanding of the proposed rules and how to affect them. Pizza dinner will be provided. Please RSVP by Monday\, July 15th to Kristen at 413-665-7100\, ext. 12 or kristen@buylocalfood.org. \n\nThis institution is an equal opportunity provider. This workshop is supported in part by the USDA/Risk Management Agency and by individual contributors and Local Hero members.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-modernization-act-fsma-session/
LOCATION:Polish American Citizens Club\, 46 South Main Street\, South Deerfield\, 01373
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130617T214149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130617T214149Z
UID:4839-1374314400-1374332400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Business of Aquaculture: Looking at the Bottom Line
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Andy Danylchuk and Dr. David Damery\, Department of Environmental Conservation\, University of Massachusetts Amherst. \nThe focus of our workshop will provide an overview of the business of aquaculture\, including mission statement (why are you growing fish?)\, capital investment\, supply chain\, operating costs\, and marketing and sales.  We will use New England as a case study and review choices that potential aquaculture entrepreneurs will need to make when attempting to meet the triple bottom line of environmental\, social\, and economic sustainability. \nParticipants completing the workshop will: \n1)   understand the operational and economic bottlenecks associated with aquaculture development; \n2)   examine the financial elements necessary to determine the economic viability of aquaculture in New England; \n3)   gain an appreciation for the impact of risk at various stages in the aquaculture business system. \nPre-registration is required. To register\, send an email to:  chollingsworth@umass.edu by July 8.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-business-of-aquaculture-looking-at-the-bottom-line/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130710T202331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130710T202331Z
UID:5212-1374341400-1374354000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Al Fresco Italian Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Kitchen Garden invites you to the Porter Phelps Huntington Museum overlooking their fields for an Al Fresco Italian farm dinner on Saturday\, July 20th. At 5:30 p.m.\, a tour of the historic 18th century house that was owned and preserved by the same family until the museum’s founding will begin\, followed by a vegetarian meal outside (weather premitting). \nTake a look at our website to see the menu and more information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/al-fresco-italian-dinner/
LOCATION:Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum\, 130 River Drive\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130722T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130722T100000
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130604T185348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130715T235542Z
UID:4513-1374480000-1374487200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Meat Processing for Optimal Sales
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about meat cutting straight from experts at Adams Farm & Slaughterhouse?\nJoin us at Adams Farm in Athol to watch a cutting demonstration of a cow and pig carcass\, and to learn to choose the cuts that will be best for your market. Noreen Heath and Adams’ head butcher will describe different cuts that are in demand among restaurateurs and other wholesale and direct market customers. They will discuss differences they see in carcass quality of the animals brought to Adams\, and will help you better navigate cut lists and learn about available cuts that aren’t listed. \nThis workshop only have a few spaces left so contact Devon at 413-665-7100 or devon@buylocalfood.org now to reserve your spot.  There is a $15 cost for the workshop.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-meat-processing-for-optimal-sales/
LOCATION:Adams Farm\, 854 Bearsden Road\, Athol
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130726
DTSTAMP:20260608T104852
CREATED:20130718T211116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130718T220922Z
UID:5431-1374710400-1374796799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Summer Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by The MA Nursery Landscape Association (MNLA)\, MA Flower Growers Association (MFGA) and University of Massachusetts Extension. Join Massachusetts’ largest green industry associations – MFGA and MNLA – for their annual collaborative event\, the 2013 Summer Field Day and Trade Show. Take advantage of the newest ideas and cutting edge information\, tours of the Tower Hill Botanic Garden\, trade show\, networking and great food!  Featuring Keynote speaker: Dr. Bethany Bradley\, UMass Amherst for an eye opening look at climate change and implications for Massachusetts horticulture. Details on Conference: www.mnla.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/summer-field-day/
LOCATION:Tower Hill Botanic Garden\, Boylston
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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