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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190507T160000
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UID:30716-1557244800-1557252000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Conservation workshop
DESCRIPTION:Conservation workshop for Hampden/Hampshire Counties farmers and forest land owners planned \nThe Hampden/Hampshire Counties Conservation Districts will host a workshop where farmers and forest land owners can learn about programs that offer technical and financial assistance to help them address natural resource concerns on their land. The workshop\, titled Conservation Planning\, Practices and Programs\, will be held on Tuesday\, May 7\, 2019\, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM\, 195 Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA 01035. \nMeet representatives from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Hampden/Hampshire Counties Conservation Districts who will present information about conservation planning\, conservation practices and how to access federal conservation programs. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and pick up literature. \nThe session is free and open to the public. For more information\, or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate\, please contact Barbara Miller\, 413-628-4596.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/conservation-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190402T142304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T142747Z
UID:30555-1557336600-1557343800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing on APR Regulations
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Agricultural Resources will hold a public hearing on amendment of 330 CMR 22.00. The Department is proposing changes to address the transfer and sale of a parcel protected by an APR. \nThe revised regulations will provide APR landowners with a clearer understanding of their requirements at the time of transfer\, the Department’s process for review and their rights to withdraw and appeal the Department’s decision. \nTestimony may be presented orally or in writing at the hearing. Written testimonies or comments will be accepted until 5:00 P.M. on Friday\, May 10\, 2019 by email to dorothy.du@mass.gov or by mail to Dorothy Du\, 251 Causeway Street\, 5th floor\, Boston\, MA 02114-2151. \nThe proposed regulation and a redline comparison version are available on the MDAR website:\n330 CMR 22:00 Proposed Regulations\n330 CMR 22:00 Redline\nor may be obtained by calling Dorothy Du at 617-626-1741. \nFor special accommodations for this event or to obtain this information in an alternative format\, you may contact the ADA coordinator at 617-626-1710.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/public-hearing-on-apr-regulations/
LOCATION:John W. Olver Transit Center\, Allen Meeting Room\, 12 Olive St\, Greenfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190409T133438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T141253Z
UID:30614-1557565200-1557579600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening the Community's Plant Sale & Gardener's Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join GTC and the Springfield Food Policy Council on Saturday\, May 11 for an annual Plant Sale and Gardener’s Gathering. \nThere will be a wide selection of healthy vegetable and fruit starts (young plants ready to go in the ground) available\, along with many herbs and flowers. \nPrices range from $2.00 – $4.00 for seedlings\, and only $25.00 for a beautiful\, overflowing hanging basket. \nNEW offerings this year: Cauliflower\, Celery\, Rainbow Swiss Chard\, Leeks\, Poblano Peppers\, Rosa Bianca Eggplant\, White Star Eggplant\, Chocolate Mint and many more! We are also offering many of last year’s favorites\, such as Gandules\, Aji Dulce\, Kale\, Sungold Cherry Tomatoes\, and Lavender! \nWe encourage you to come shop the day of the sale! We will have a wide selection of plants available including wrapped gift plants\, just in time for Mother’s Day\, as well as free workshops thanks to our partnership with the Springfield Food Policy Council. GTC will host their Gardener’s Gathering from 10:00 – 12:00 — come meet your neighbors\, learn something new\, and celebrate spring! \nPlants are available to pre-order online before April 28th. To pay for pre-order plants by cash\, check\, of EBT\, download this form. For folks paying with a check\, please mail your form and payment or stop by the Farm Store. For folks paying with EBT or cash\, please bring your form and payment to our Walnut Street Farm Store at 200 Walnut St. on Wednesday or Thursday from 11:00am – 6:00pm. You can use your SNAP benefits to purchase any vegetable\, fruit or herb plant!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-the-communitys-plant-sale-gardeners-gathering/
LOCATION:Gardening the Community\, 200 Walnut Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190108T211507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T211507Z
UID:29439-1557856800-1557864000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Berkshire Backyard Beekeepers
DESCRIPTION:Join local beekeepers on the second Tuesday of each month at 6pm on the grounds of Berkshire Botanical Garden. Each month’s meeting\, will involve season-appropriate discussions and demonstrations using the BBG apiary\, weather permitting. \nBerkshire Botanical Garden\n5 West Stockbridge Road\nStockbridge\, MA 01262 \nFor more information visit our website: http://www.berkshirebotanical.org/ \nOr Phone: 413-298-3926 \nOr Email: info@berkshirebotanical.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/berkshire-backyard-beekeepers-4/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, Route 102 and 183\, Stockbridge\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190429T131426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T131426Z
UID:30762-1557910800-1557921600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Field Workshop: Plant identification\, forage calculations\, soil health/sampling\, stockpiling
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 15\, 9 am to 12 noon\nUMASS Hadley Farm\, 111 North Maple St\, Hadley\, MA\nTopics: Plant identification\, forage calculations\, soil health/sampling\, stockpiling\nSpeakers: Bob Skalbite and Dr. Masoud Hasemi\, UMASS \nRegister for this workshop at:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/sFIqmM2oxieDkTdg2 or by emailing jean.king@uconn.edu\n\nThese workshops are part of a 2017-2020 USDA/NESARE Professional Development Program Grant\, a joint\nproject among the Universities of CT\, MA and RI.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/field-workshop-plant-identification-forage-calculations-soil-healthsampling-stockpiling/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190305T182214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T182214Z
UID:30154-1558098000-1558105200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Writing in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Writers from Emily Dickinson to Edith Wharton to Eudora Welty have found their gardens to be wellsprings of sensory experience that stimulated their writing. In this two-hour workshop\, visit the fields and designed gardens at Nasami Farm and write spontaneously in response to prompts—verbal or visual cues provided by the workshop leader—inspired by the surroundings. No previous writing experience required. Please bring a notebook\, pen or pencil\, and water\, and dress for the weather. \nProgram Code: ART2009\nInstructor: Jane Roy Brown\nFee: $26 (Member) / $32 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: HD/Adv.HD\nCEU: NOFA AOLCP: 2\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/writing-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190305T182536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T182536Z
UID:30156-1558173600-1558188000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Mount Tom
DESCRIPTION:Mount Tom is an iconic traprock ridge nestled between Easthampton and Holyoke. Learn about its distinctive geology\, glacial history\, and rich plant communities on a hike towards the summit. \nHabitat: upland forest\nKnown For: striking geologic features and rare plant communities\nDifficulty: Moderate/Difficult \nProgram Code: FDT2072\nInstructor: Yoni Glogower\nurban forester\, MA DCR\nFee: $38 (Member) / $46 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Field: FB/Adv.FB\nCEU: NOFA AOLCP: 4\nCosponsor: Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ecology-of-mount-tom/
LOCATION:Easthampton\, MA\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190305T182913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T182927Z
UID:30159-1558267200-1558278000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Rattlesnake Gutter Hike
DESCRIPTION:Discover spring ephemerals along the historical road of this important habitat. This little-known nook features impressive calcareous rock cliffs and enchanting wooded areas. Will we find hordes of rattlesnakes? Probably not\, but we will find some excellent native plant specimens! \nHabitat: maple\, birch\, hemlock\, and hardwood transitional forest; calcareous cliffs\nKnown For: spring ephemerals\, columbine\, geological features\nDifficulty: Moderate \nProgram Code: FDT2071\nInstructor: George LoCascio\nFee: $28 (Member) / $35 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Field: FB/Adv.FB\nCEU: NOFA AOLCP: 3\nCosponsor: Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/rattlesnake-gutter/
LOCATION:Leverett\, MA\, Leverett\, MA\, 01054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190527
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190123T204009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190123T204009Z
UID:29747-1558742400-1558915199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:45th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 25th and Sunday\, May 26th\, 2019\n45th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair\nCummington Fairgrounds\, Cummington\, 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. \n9 a.m. – 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. \nFor more information and map\, go to www.MASHEEPWOOL.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/45th-annual-massachusetts-sheep-woolcraft-fair/
LOCATION:Cummington Fairgrounds\, 97 Fairgrounds Road\, Cummington\, MA\, 01026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190528T142110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T142110Z
UID:30975-1558774800-1558789200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Easthampton Market Seed Starting Day
DESCRIPTION:The Easthampton farmers & makers market will be hosting a seed starting activity\, arts and crafts\, and a plant story time.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/easthampton-market-seed-starting-day/
LOCATION:Easthampton farmers and makers market\, 50 Payson Ave\, Easthampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190516T154612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T154612Z
UID:30884-1558774800-1558886400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:45th Annual Massachusetts Sheep & Woolcraft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Fiber 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.  For more information and map\, go to www.MASHEEPWOOL.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/45th-annual-massachusetts-sheep-woolcraft-fair-2/
LOCATION:Cummington Fairgrounds\, 97 Fairgrounds Road\, Cummington\, MA\, 01026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190526T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190501T174754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T175048Z
UID:30794-1558774800-1558893600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Annual Plant sale - Dancing Bear Farm
DESCRIPTION:Dancing Bear Farm annual plant sale Memorial Day weekend\, Saturday and Sunday May 25-26th. \nCome visit the farm to see our new Figtorium and find a variety of heirloom tomato\, eggplant\, pepper\, as well as other starts for your garden. Fig trees will also be available for purchase between 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Call 413-834-0143 to arrange another time if you can’t make it over the weekend. Find location details here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/annual-plant-sale-dancing-bear-farm/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190328T191339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T191339Z
UID:30523-1558778400-1558783800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Solidarity Saturday Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Come visit Seeds of Solidarity Education center! Experience this farm\, home and education center that integrates solar greenhouses\, energy efficient buildings\, abundant market gardens\, and solar electric systems. \nFree tour\, no pre-registration. \nIf you wish\, bring a potluck lunch item to build community with others around our solar powered farm-stand after the tour. Consider registering for the afternoon workshop\, No-till for Life.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/solidarity-saturday-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190328T191544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T191604Z
UID:30525-1558789200-1558800000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:No-Till For Life Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Seeds of Solidarity founder and farmer Ricky teaches regenerative\, soil building techniques for low maintenance\, highly productive gardens. Treating the soil as sacred results in nourishing food\, mitigates impacts of climate change\, and inspires a deeper relationship with that which sustains life. This event follows a free tour of the farm and education center. \n$35-$50 sliding scale fee. Please email solidarity@seedsofsolidarity.org to register
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-for-life-workshop/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190528T145832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190528T145832Z
UID:30997-1559214000-1559221200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:MA Legislators Tour Granby Farm to Celebrate Return of HIP
DESCRIPTION:Local food advocacy representatives and local legislators will celebrate the return of MA Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) benefits this month with a tour of Red Fire Farm on Thursday\, May 30 at 11 a.m. Farmers and advocates are seeking additional funding to offer access to HIP benefits year-round. \n Red Fire Farm will welcome Massachusetts State Senator Eric Lesser and Massachusetts State Representative Dan Carey\, along with reps from the Massachusetts Food System Collaborative and CISA\, on the farm at 7 Carver Street in Granby for a guided walking tour. The public\, including SNAP customers and CSA members\, are invited to visit the farm\, join the tour of the property\, and speak with the legislators and advocates about HIP. \n “HIP is really a win-win for local agriculture and lower-income people in our community\,” said Red Fire Farm co-owner Sarah Voiland. “It’s made such a difference for our farm\, with more visitors to our farmers’ markets and farm store\, and more members in our CSA program.” \n The winter lapse in HIP benefits that occurred this year ends on May 25th. To prevent a similar break in service next winter\, advocates are currently seeking an increase in program funding to $8.5 million in the Fiscal Year 2020 budget.  \n With reactivation on May 25th\, the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) allows SNAP/EBT members to earn matched incentive dollars up to a monthly limit for purchasing eligible fruits and vegetables from local farms. Red Fire Farm customers can use HIP benefits daily at the Granby store and at Tuesday summer farmers’ market booths in Northampton and Springfield. CSA signups via SNAP are also welcomed for the upcoming summer and fall seasons of farm shares.  \nThe celebration event is free to attend and will feature samples of fresh-cut organic produce\, other local food store samples\, and light refreshments to be served for guests as they experience the farm and meet with Sen. Lesser and Rep. Carey. \n Eric P. Lesser\, who represents nine towns including Granby\, in the 1st Hampden and Hampshire District\, took office in the Massachusetts Senate in 2015 and was re-elected in November 2018. According to his official bio\, Lesser’s “legislative agenda focuses on the fight for greater economic opportunity and quality of life for Western Massachusetts.” \n Dan R. Carey was elected in November 2018 and is currently serving his first term in the Massachusetts House of Representatives on behalf of the 2nd Hampshire District. He is a member of the Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources and Agriculture. \n Red Fire Farm\, founded in 2001 and owned by Ryan and Sarah Voiland\, grows certified organic produce\, fruit\, garden plants\, and flowers on 115 acres in Granby and Montague. They provide fresh produce statewide through CSA farm shares\, the store in Granby\, Red Fire North in Montague\, wholesale\, and farmers’ markets. \nFor more details regarding the HIP program history and current advocacy objectives\, please visit the MA Food System Collaborative’s website:https://mafoodsystem.org/projects/HIP/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ma-legislators-tour-granby-farm-to-celebrate-return-of-hip/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190601T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190305T183218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T183218Z
UID:30163-1559390400-1559403000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:An Ecological Approach to the Nursery and Greenhouse
DESCRIPTION:Nursery and greenhouse plant production can maximize ecological processes and practices. This technical yet informal workshop explores how mimicking and building on natural systems can create a sustainable\, safe\, and successful operation. \nProgram Code: HOR4082\nInstructor: Alexis Doshas\nFee: $46 (Member) / $56 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: HD/Adv.HD\nCEU: MALP MCLP: 1; MNLA MCH: .5; NOFA AOLCP: 3.5\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/an-ecological-approach-to-the-nursery-and-greenhouse-2/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190604T154217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T154217Z
UID:31077-1559473200-1559480400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Robot Farmers: the latest and greatest in milk production
DESCRIPTION:See firsthand how dairy robotics can help to deliver a safe\, consistent\, and nutritious product all while providing exceptional cow comfort 24/7/365. Presenter: Dave Patteson\, FMS-Farm Management Support for Lely Robotics Vermont & Albany. Full details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/robot-farmers-the-latest-and-greatest-in-milk-production/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190604T154346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T154346Z
UID:31079-1559480400-1559487600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:From Field to Food
DESCRIPTION:Wagon tour. Lean what cropping considerations farmers make: the cow and her diet\, land availability\, soil type\, tillage practices\, seed selection (including GMO’s)\, herbicide applications\, and harvesting methods. Full details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/from-field-to-food/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190521T145709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T145946Z
UID:30900-1559584800-1559592000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Diemand Farm Smokehouse Dinners
DESCRIPTION:From June through September on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at 6pm\, visit Diemand Farm for chicken\, brisket and turkey legs as well as smoked baby back ribs and Pekarski’s sausage. Each meal comes with an entree\, your choice of two sides\, cornbread\, watermelon\, and a drink. Items are also available a la carte. Reservations can be made online or by calling (978) 544-3806. It is strongly recommend to make a reservation as food and seating are limited. Walk-ins are welcome\, however you are not guaranteed the entree of your choice. There will be a total of seven Smokehouse Dinners this year.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/diemand-farm-smokehouse-dinners/
LOCATION:Diemand Farm\, 126 Mormon Hollow Road\, Wendell
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190608
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20181001T194649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190427T004445Z
UID:28639-1559779200-1559951999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Slow Living Summit 2019
DESCRIPTION:The ninth annual Slow Living Summit will take place in Brattleboro\, Vermont on Thursday\, June 6 and Friday\, June 7 2019. \nPresented by Strolling of the Heifers and Windham Grows\, the Summit’s focus is “The Future of Women in Food Entrepreneurship” and its goal is to bring together diverse entrepreneurs in the farm and food industries\, providing them with tools\, resources\, and mentorship they need to grow socially responsible businesses. \n“We invite and hope that people from ALL communities can join us for this year’s Summit\,” said Orly Munzing\, Founder of Strolling of the Heifers. “This year will focus on women’s stories\, but men\, women and non-binary people are part of those stories.” Panels this year include Law in the Era of #MeToo\, Non-traditional Financing for Women and Other Underserved Communities and How the Co-op Model Works for Women. \nSpeakers include economist\, author and Honor the Earth co-founder Winona LaDuke\, former Vermont gubernatorial candidate Christine Hallquist\, NPR’s Planet Money host Stacey Vanek Smith and Principal Founder of Breakthru Beverage\, Charles Merinoff.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/slow-living-summit-2019/
LOCATION:Downtown Brattleboro\, Brattleboro\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190305T183545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T183823Z
UID:30165-1559845800-1559854800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wildflowers of New England
DESCRIPTION:New to the world of native plants? There’s no better way to observe the progression of spring blooming natives than at the Society’s properties. In this class\, we learn about New England’s native plants through key identification features of flowers\, growth patterns\, family characteristics\, and pollinators and their ecological habitats. Bring a hand lens and Wildflowers of New England. \nThis 4-part course will meet on Thursdays\, June 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, 2019\, 6:30-9 p.m. \nProgram Code: BOT8309\nInstructor: Lori Benoit\, Ph.D.\nFee: $184 (Member) / $218 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Core: FB/HD\nCEU: MALP MCLP: 2 MNLA MCH: 1 NOFA AOLCP: 10\nCosponsor: Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wildflowers-of-new-england/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190610
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190319T143537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T143627Z
UID:30367-1559865600-1560124799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Strolling of the Heifers Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of fun and education for the whole family\, built around the world-famous\, agriculturally-themed Strolling of the Heifers Parade. Come down to Brattleboro’s historic Main Street and dance to the MOOOsic on Saturday\, June 8! \nThe parade kicks off at 10 am sharp with scores of lovable heifer calves – groomed\, decorated and led by future farmers. The heifers are followed by farm animals\, bands\, tractors\, floats\, clowns and surprises. \nWhen it’s over\, follow the crowd to the Slow Living Expo for food\, entertainment\, animals\, tractors\, music and family fun — plus demonstrations\, a craft show and exhibits related to our mission of farm and food innovation. \nAnd that’s not all: Stroll Weekend starts Friday night\, June 7 with our Expo Festival featuring a culinary competition\, Gallery Walk\, music\, food\, fun and more. On Sunday\, June 9\, enjoy the Famous Farmers Breakfast\, the cycling Tour de Heifer and the Farm Tour. \nAlways rated one of Vermont’s Top 10 Summer Events! Visit the website for the full weekend schedule!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/strolling-of-the-heifers-weekend-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Brattleboro\, Brattleboro\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190607T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190427T005132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190427T005132Z
UID:30747-1559896200-1559912400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Greater Quabbin Food Alliance Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Spring biannual Greater Quabbin Food Alliance meeting on June 7th! Come share your ideas with the community\, learn about local projects\, and join a network of farmers\, businesses\, and organizations working to strengthen local food economies.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n8:30 AM: Coffee\, pastries and informal networking.\n9:00 AM -12:00 PM: Welcome\, lightning talks\, and working groups break out.\n12:00 -1:00 PM: Local lunch from Petersham Country Store & “Local Makers Market” \nAttendees are encouraged to bring local\, non-perishable\, handmade food and farm products to sell at the gathering. Some examples of local food and farm products include honey\, dried herbs\, soap\, maple syrup products\, wool products\, and candles. \nPlease contact AmeriCorps member Kat Kowalski with any questions about the market at kowalski@mountgrace.org.\nFor more information\, visit quabbinfoodalliance.wordpress.com.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/greater-quabbin-food-alliance-spring-gathering-3/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190608T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190608T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054440
CREATED:20190603T133527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T132447Z
UID:31060-1559952000-1559952000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Barnfest 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join Fabric of Life at our 2018 celebration of traditional handcrafts\, agriculture\, music and dance! Enjoy an afternoon of live folk music\, local foods\, and family-friendly hands-on crafts\, and stay for a community potluck dinner\, dancing and music into the wee hours. \nBARNFEST is Fabric of Life’s annual benefit event — participation is free\, but voluntary donations and a percentage of vendor sales will support Fabric of Life’s mission. \nLoads of Fun for EVERYONE!\n1 pm until the wee hours\n80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\n\nFor more information\, visit: https://www.fabric-of-life.org/festival/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/barnfest/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054441
CREATED:20190305T184109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T184109Z
UID:30168-1559988000-1560013200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Dendrology 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for in-depth exploration of the structure and morphology of trees\, with a strong emphasis on field identification. Learn about wood formation\, growth and development\, pollination syndromes\, and regeneration mechanisms of our native and naturalized tree species. \nThis 2-part course will meet on Saturday\, June 8 and Sunday\, June 9\, 2019 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.\nProgram Code: BOT3218\nInstructor: Yoni Glogower\nFee: $184 (Member) / $224 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: all certificates\nCEU: MAA MCA: 2 MALP MCLP: 2 MNLA MCH: 1 NOFA AOLCP: 14\nCosponsor: Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/dendrology-101/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054441
CREATED:20190604T154535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T154535Z
UID:31081-1560078000-1560099600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Conserving Farmland in the Pioneer Valley
DESCRIPTION:Wagon tour. Come and hear about how much farmland Barstow’s has\, how much is already conserved\, and ways to conserve more farmland. Full details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/conserving-farmland-in-the-pioneer-valley-2/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054441
CREATED:20190604T154638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T154704Z
UID:31083-1560085200-1560092400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Undeniably Dairy: The Facts Behind Dairy Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to dairy nutrition\, there is no equal! Visit the cows while learning about dairy’s role in heart health\, weight management\, and bones. Full details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/undeniably-dairy-the-facts-behind-dairy-nutrition/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190614
DTSTAMP:20260428T054441
CREATED:20190328T192154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T192154Z
UID:30528-1560124800-1560470399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Craft Your Own Life Mini-Internships for Young People
DESCRIPTION:During Craft Your Own Life you will: grow food and cook to eat well (and economically); use tools (boost confidence\, use your hands); learn techniques to unwind (sitting & walking meditation\, yoga)\, clear your head (of intoxicants and technology); communicate about topics of interest (emotional & spiritual well-being\, relationships\, social justice &environmental issues\, activism\, your future); experience time\, space\, and support to contemplate your ideas and life vision in order to stay engaged in disruptive times\, and live your life with joy and meaning. \nThanks to a grant from Common Good Greenfield\, Greenfield Cooperative Farmers Exchange\, and the support of generous individuals\, there is no fee to participate in a Craft Your Own Life experience. Donations are always welcome. \nThis event is intended for young adults age 20-24 (in college\, working\, or just post-college). The application priority deadline is May 1st\, and applications will be treated on a rolling basis.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/craft-your-own-life-mini-internships-for-young-people/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054441
CREATED:20190429T131546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T131546Z
UID:30765-1560330000-1560340800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Field Workshop: Soil sampling\, forage calculations\, plant identification\, grazing management
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 12\, 9 am to 12 noon\nWindmist Farm\, 71 Weeden Lane\, Jamestown\, RI\nTopics: Soil sampling\, forage calculations\, plant identification\, grazing management\nSpeakers: Andy Radin and Dr. Justine Deming\, URI \nRegister for this workshop at:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/sFIqmM2oxieDkTdg2 or by emailing jean.king@uconn.edu\n\nThese workshops are part of a 2017-2020 USDA/NESARE Professional Development Program Grant\, a joint\nproject among the Universities of CT\, MA and RI.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/field-workshop-soil-sampling-forage-calculations-plant-identification-grazing-management/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190614T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190614T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T054441
CREATED:20190523T143332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190523T145925Z
UID:30948-1560526200-1560546000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hadley Common Beer and Cider Garden
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hadley’s rich agricultural traditions! Gather on the historic West Street Common with family and friends for a sweet summertime evening with local food\, drinks\, music and games. The night will include: \nLocal beers\, ciders\, and shrubs. \nFood from MiTierra and Esselon. \nLive music and games. \nSnow cones and much more!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hadley-common-beer-and-cider-garden/
LOCATION:West Street Common\, West Street Common\, Hadley\, MA\, United States
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