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SUMMARY:Homestead Carpentry
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nThere’s a time in every homesteader’s life when some carpentry is needed to build or repair something made of wood.  This workshop will provide a solid grounding in getting started. Very basic questions will be explored in a setting that requires no knowledge of woodworking. \nTopics will include: how to select the right lumber for your task\, how to measure it and cut it to size\, the options for fastening it together\, and making a good assembly.  Each topic will cover the tools needed\, with a demonstration of technique\, and how to avoid some common pitfalls.  Emphasis will be on hand tools where feasible. \nWhile in his 20s\, John Wilson was a carpenter for 10 years.  He worked on framing apartments\, finish work in condos\, a cabinet shop\, and built two houses.  He’s kept active in carpentry remodeling work in the intervening years\, and was part of the MHOF garage and chicken coop renovations the past two years.  He has always had an appreciation for tools and techniques. \nClick here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\nSaturday\, June 15\, 2024\n9am-12 with pot luck lunch\nPrice: $50-$100 – sliding scale\nPresenter: John Wilson\, with some help from Jack Kittredge and Danny LeBlanc
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/homestead-carpentry/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T180000
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SUMMARY:Hope Fest 24
DESCRIPTION:A mini-music fest out on a beautiful lawn in beautiful Leyden (just north of Greenfield) to raise funds for Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) and The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Bring your picnic and enjoy the music of legendary guitarist John Sheldon\, traditional jazz and swing band The Catalytics\, and improvisational ensemble The Enchantivistis with John Sprague and Claire Dacey! Suggested donation: $10-$25. Kids 12 and under are free. \n174 Kately Hill Road\, Leyden\, MA\nRain Date: Sunday\, June 16th.\n\nBring your lawn chair and your picnic!\n\nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hope-fest-24/
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
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SUMMARY:Cricket Creek Farm: Dairy Production\, Grazing\, and Processing
DESCRIPTION:Cricket Creek is a grass-based dairy farm managed by a small team of collaborators.  The entire farm is comprised of about 500 acres\, about 150 of which is hay fields\, just over 100 is pasture\, and the rest is wooded.  We are one of the oldest dairy farms in the region\, but infused with new life and energy.  Our primary activity is raising dairy cows for their good milk.  Our milking herd ranges between 35 and 40 lactating animals\, depending on the time of yea\,r and the entire dairy herd is about 80 animals including the dry cows and young stock.  We sell raw milk from our farm and the rest of our milk we make into artisanal cheese in our farmstead creamery; in 2017 we made about 47\,000 lbs of cheese.  We raise grass-fed beef and whey-fed pork.  We sell our goods through our farm store\, at local farmers markets\, and through various regional cheese shops\, food co-ops\, restaurants\, and other establishments.  Our mission is to produce nourishing food that honors our animals\, respects the land and feeds our community\, and to exemplify a sustainable model for small-farm viability. \nOur workshop will be an overview of running a small diversified dairy farm.  We will discuss rotational grazing\, dairy cow health issues\, our nurse cow system\, milking schedules\, farmstead cheese production\, raw milk and cheese marketing and sales.  We will talk about our systems for integrating other enterprises on the dairy farm.  We will share the challenges and successes financially turning around an old dairy farm and what it means to run a sustainable dairy operation.  Our current iteration of Cricket Creek is fairly new and we are relatively young farmers; we can give the perspective of a start-up business including the intricacies of getting well established and grounded with careful planning and record keeping. Click here for more information. \nDate: Monday\, June 17\, 4:00PM – 7:00PM \nLocation: Cricket Creek Farm\, 1255 Oblong Rd\, Williamstown\, MA 01267
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cricket-creek-farm-dairy-production-grazing-and-processing/
LOCATION:Cricket Creek Farm\, 1255 Oblong Rd\, Williamstown\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T160000
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SUMMARY:Spring into Summer at Making Food Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the last day of spring at the South Hadley Farmers’ Market\, at Buttery Brook Park. CISA will be there with a hyperlocal food event for families. All ages are welcome to play with food! Dave’s Natural Garden will be on hand with many varieties of peas for a scientific taste test. Love Leaf Farm will teach about growing peas and sunflowers shoots & give out samples. Enjoy strawberries from Sapowsky Farms. Tortilla & Tortellini\, tortoises from Flora & Fauna Farm\, will be available for visits and photos. This free event is all about tasting local food and meeting local farmers. Have fun with veggie props for a photo session. Parents\, pick up information on SNAP match & HIP. More fun still in the works! \n\nThe South Hadley Farmers’ Market is open for the season every Wednesday through October 2nd\, from 2-6PM at Buttery Brook Park\, 123 Willimanset Street\, South Hadley. They accept SNAP and WIC\, and offer a $10 SNAP match.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-into-summer-at-making-food-fun/
LOCATION:Buttery Brook Park\, 123 Willimansett St\,\, South Hadley\, 01075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T120000
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SUMMARY:Pasture Based Systems for Sustainable Livestock Production
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of this pasture based diversified livestock farm. Learn firsthand from owner Sara Davis about the economic analysis and decision-making processes she employs. Hear about the strategies she implements that are crucial for the longterm success of her business. \nFor more information\, visit https://livestock.extension.uconn.edu or contact Rachel Bespuda\, Project Director at rachel.bespuda@uconn.edu \nRegister here! \nLocation: Oak Hollow Livestock\, 4 Gould Rd\, Shelburne Falls\, MA 01370\nDate: Wednesday\, June 26th\, 9 am – 12 pm
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pasture-based-systems-for-sustainable-livestock-production/
LOCATION:Oak Hollow Livestock\, 4 Gould Rd\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T200000
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CREATED:20240603T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T165712Z
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SUMMARY:Maintaining Agricultural Ditches: What to Know About the Agricultural Exemption and Best Practices from NRCS
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nPlease join us on Wednesday June 26th at 6pm at the Hadley Senior Center for a workshop on ditches and storm water management in agricultural settings. This workshop is intended for farmers and members of conservation and agricultural commissions. We will hear from the MA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on the agricultural exemption\, with time for Q&A. There will be a presentation on best practices & resources from the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS). Staff representing CISA\, MDAR APR\, Hampshire Hampden Conservation Districts and Hadley Conservation Commission will be attending the event and available to answer questions. \nDate: Wednesday\, June 26th\, 6pm \nLocation: Hadley Senior Center\, 46 Middle St.\, Hadley\, MA 01035 \nContact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maintaining-ditches/
LOCATION:Hadley Senior Center\, 46 Middle St\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T123000
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SUMMARY:Agroforestry & Climate Adaptation: A Tour of Big River Chestnuts
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nWith each year that passes\, extreme weather events become more frequent and erratic\, and it becomes harder and harder to make a living as a farmer. In response to climate change\, many farmers are experimenting with a range of ‘climate-smart’ practices that increase the diversity\, resilience\, and adaptability of their operation. Some particularly exciting practices fall under the umbrella of ‘agroforestry’ – a broad term that refers to any practice that intentionally integrates forestry with agriculture. \nAgroforestry is not new – It is a traditional practice that was forgotten as American farms grew larger\, less diverse\, and more mechanized. However\, agroforestry is starting to receive a great deal of attention\, and is primed for a resurgence. Indeed\, agroforestry practices may prove vital in keeping farmers farming. \nJoin us for a tour of Big River Chestnuts\, where we will learn about agroforestry practices from Jono Neiger. Big River Chestnuts is a 10-acre diversified alley cropping and silvopasture farm started by Jono in 2018\, with a vision to produce commercial quantities of chestnuts while\nstewarding the river terrace soils and habitat. In addition to the chestnuts\, Jono grows heartnuts\, hazelnuts\, and persimmon. A diverse mix of perennial crops grow in between the rows of trees\, while livestock forage amongst the lush landscape\, adding valuable nutrients while providing light tillage\, along with a host of other benefits. \nThe day will begin with a short discussion on the value of agroforestry as a climate adaptation technique\, followed by a walking tour of the farm. After the tour\, people are encouraged to socialize and enjoy some local snacks. Please register here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, June 29\, 2024\nTime: Farm Tour from 9:30 to 11:30. Socializing from 11:30 to 12:30.\nLocation:195 River Rd\, Sunderland\, MA\nContact: hampdenhampshireconservation@gmail.com\n\nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/agroforestry-climate-adaptation-a-tour-of-big-river-chestnuts/
LOCATION:Big River Chestnuts\, 44-98 Settright Rd\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01373
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T190000
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SUMMARY:UMass Student Farm: Approaches to Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:In our visit\, we will tour the Agricultural Learning Center and discuss the Student Farm’s approach to pest management. We will briefly discuss Integrated Pest Management\, its meaning\, and how it is applied on our farm. We will also discuss management roles on the farm\, specifically around the role of our IPM management role taken on every year by one of our interns. \nThe UMass Student Farm is truly a student-run farm.  Each season\, up to 15 undergraduate students participate in the cooperative planning and management of our 20-acre vegetable farm\, certified with Baystate Organics as well as the Real Organic Project. Our student farmers represent a variety of backgrounds and come from many departments on campus as well as from the other Five Colleges in which they receive college credit for their participation. The Student Farm has been under the direction of Amanda Brown since 2007 and has been managed by Jason Dragon since 2019. Our primary markets are UMass community members via a 100-plus member CSA\, the four UMass dining halls\, and student-run businesses on campus. Also\, the farm’s only off-campus sales come from working with and selling to four local Big Y supermarkets. \nDate: Monday\, July 8\, 4pm-7pm \nLocation: UMass Student Farm\, 911 North Pleasant St. Amherst\, MA
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/umass-student-farm-approaches-to-pest-management/
LOCATION:UMass Student Farm\, 911 North Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T143000
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SUMMARY:Making Food Fun at The Farmers Market at Forest Park
DESCRIPTION:Calling all kids! Come out to Forest Park for a summertime farmers’ market with all sorts of special activities! Kids can make a smoothie by pedaling a bike\, check out a summer cooking demo\, and taste a rainbow of locally grown fruits and veggies! Parents and caregivers welcome! \nCommunity Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) is partnering with The Farmers Market at Forest Park and Homegrown Springfield for a summer celebration of local food\, local farms\, and local families on Tuesday\, July 9th\, from 12:30-2:30pm. This free event will be held at Forest Park in Springfield in the Cyr Arena parking lot\, close to the pool and splash pad. We will be in the Monkey House in the event of rain. \nHighlights include: \n\nMake a bike smoothie with Homegrown Springfield\nSummer cooking demonstration with local ingredients by Homegrown Springfield\nSummer Eats open lunch site\, distributing free nutritious meals to youth under 18\nBlueberry samples from Red Fire Farm\nUrban Farming with Gardening the Community\nWIC Mass Farmers Market Coupon Distribution\nUMass Nutrition Education Program\nSNAP\, Mass Health\, and Health Connector information for parents from Caring Health Center\n\nVersion 1.0.0 \nThis event will be held rain or shine. Both event and park admission are free for farmers’ market visitors. Enter the park using the main entrance\, 299 Sumner Avenue or the side entrance at 200 Trafton Road. The Farmers Market at Forest Park is open every Tuesday from 12:30-6pm. \nQuestions? Contact Lisa Goodrich at lisa@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100\, ext. 29. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mff24-at-forest-park/
LOCATION:The Farmers Market at Forest Park\, 299 Sumner Avenue\, Springfield\, MA\, 01108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T170000
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SUMMARY:Soil Health & Compost Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin our hands-on gardening workshop focused on composting and soil health! Discover the art of creating nutrient-rich compost\, learn the secrets of maintaining healthy soil\, and understand how to boost your garden’s productivity naturally. Perfect for gardeners of all levels\, you’ll leave with practical knowledge and tips to cultivate a thriving\, sustainable garden. This is open to members and non-members of the PSS Community Garden. Light refreshments will be provided. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, July 9\, 5 – 7pm\nLocation: 1060 Pleasant Street\, Athol\, MA\, USA\nAges: 14+\nInstructors: Michelle Gilman & Emma Dooley (Farm School)\nPrerequisite: None!\nOptional: Bring garden gloves\, something to take notes with and a folding chair.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/soil-health-compost-workshop/
LOCATION:LaunchSpace Pleasant Street School\, 1060 Pleasant Street\, Athol\, MA\, 01331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T052421Z
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SUMMARY:Build Picnic Tables for our Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin our woodshop stewards\, Laura and Neil as they guide a small group in building two picnic tables for the LaunchSpace Community Garden at Pleasant Street School. All levels are welcome and no carpentry experience is required\, as long as you are ready to keep your hands busy and learn new skills! \n\nDate: Saturday\, July 13 · 9am – 1pm\nLocation: 1060 Pleasant Street\, Athol\, MA\, USA\nAges: All ages welcome!\nInstructors: Laura Pepper and Neil Mack\nPrerequisite: None!\nCancellations and Refunds: Cancellations made three or more days prior to class will be happily refunded.\n\nPay It Forward: At LaunchSpace\, we want to ensure that all members of our community are able to access the workshops and classes we offer. For this reason\, we offer a Pay-It-Forward ticket giving the option for those purchasing tickets to contribute a bit more. Pay-It-Forward tickets support a scholarship for members of our community who would otherwise be unable to attend due to financial barriers. \nAccess to Art Scholarship: We aim to have all our workshops accessible to all. If you are interested in a financial scholarship to attend this event\, let us know! 🎨✨ Apply here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/build-picnic-tables-for-our-community-garden/
LOCATION:LaunchSpace Pleasant Street School\, 1060 Pleasant Street\, Athol\, MA\, 01331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T194318Z
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SUMMARY:Hazelnut Agroforestry Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nAre you excited about the possibility of growing climate resilient tree crops for our local food system?  Do you have dreams of a perennial\, climate resilient\, dynamic agroforestry farm\, but are struggling to take the steps to put your aspirations into action? \nJoin Nutwood Farm and NOFA/Mass to explore a small commercial hazelnut orchard and learn what it takes to transition land to tree crops\, from developing a site plan\, testing your soil\, clearing land\, selecting species of plants and animals\, to working with mistakes and thinking ahead. They’ll walk us through how they got started and where they’re headed next\, including embarking on investing in processing infrastructure and developing value-added food products as well as other marketable agroforestry products. \n\nThroughout the day we will: \n\nTour the farm to see hazelnut hedgerows\, earthworks\, and livestock\nAsk critical and inspiring implementation questions\nEngage in rich discussion about agroforestry development in the Northeast\nReview the various entities and organizations that have supported this work\nMeet and mingle with others who might also be in your shoes!\n\n\nClick here for more information. \nQuestions? Contact Ruben at events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hazelnut-agroforestry-field-tour/
LOCATION:Nutwood Farm\, 76 Porter Hill Rd\, Cummington\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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SUMMARY:Berkshire-Taconic Grazing Tour with Sarah Flack
DESCRIPTION:With generous funding from the National Grazing Lands Coalition\, Berkshire Agricultural Ventures in partnership with Berkshire Grown will host a two-day Berkshire-Taconic Grazing Tour on July 15th & 16th with grazing expert Sarah Flack. Click here for more information. \nThe goal of the grazing tour is to educate grazing land managers and new graziers about sustainable grazing techniques\, to demonstrate different approaches to climate-smart grazing\, and to identify opportunities to improve grazing practices. We also intend this tour to be a place for graziers to connect with each other and with conservation technicians\, to create ongoing educational and networking value. \nMonday\, July 15th – Day 1 will feature grass-based and organic livestock production consultant Sarah Flack\, to deliver a Sustainable Grazing Management workshop at Gould Farm in Monterey\, MA\, followed by guided pasture walks at Gould Farm and at The Farm in New Marlborough\, MA. As the workshop concludes for the day\, we invite you to stay and join us for a networking dinner BBQ at The Farm New Marlborough\, featuring their meats\, local side dishes and beverages. \nTuesday\, July 16th – Day 2 will be a tour to 3 grass-fed livestock farms across the Taconic region of NY: \n\nChaseholm Farm\, Pine Plains\, NY\nKinderhook Farm\, Valatie\, NY\nHarrier Fields Farm\, Schodack Landing\, NY\n\nTo register\, please click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/berkshire-taconic-grazing-tour-with-sarah-flack/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Grown":MAILTO:buylocal@berkshiregrown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T180000
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SUMMARY:Tillage Reduction Systems and Equipment: Living Mulch and Strip-Till
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nCome check out Atlas Farm’s 3 acre experiment with strip-tilled winter squash in a perennial clover living mulch\, and living clover/rye pathways in five acres of tomatoes. We’ll look at a no-till drill\, strip-till equipment\, and strip-cultivation equipment. Atlas Farms’ trials have implications for tillage reduction and soil health for conventional and organic growers at all scales. Following the talk and tour\, there will be a light dinner at 6 PM. We hope to see you there! \nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA\, Momentum Ag\, the Hampden-Hampshire Conservation District\, and UMass. \n\nDate: Thursday\, July 25th\, 4-6pm\nLocation: Atlas Farm\, 595A River Rd\, Deerfield\, MA 01342\n\nContact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tillage-reduction-systems-and-equipment-living-mulch-and-strip-till/
LOCATION:Atlas Farm trial fields\, 595A River Rd\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T114500
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
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SUMMARY:Family yoga class at Brookfield Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Brookfield Farm CSA member and registered yoga teacher Erin Schifferli for a playful family yoga class! Stand tall like a mountain\, fly like an eagle\, and fold forward like a clamshell\, together. Some interactive partner style poses will be offered for family members to explore teamwork and connection. All ages and experience levels are welcome to attend. Bring your yoga mats or a blanket and a water bottle. There is a suggested donation of $15-25 (any amount welcome\, no amount required) per family with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Brookfield Farm Food Access Fund. Send any questions to info@erinschifferli.com — no registration required.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/family-yoga-class-at-brookfield-farm/
LOCATION:Brookfield Farm\, Hulst Rd\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Brookfield Farm":MAILTO:info@brookfieldfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240401T213405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T213405Z
UID:46494-1722268800-1722279600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Woven Roots Farm: Hand Scale Farming and Community Care
DESCRIPTION:Situated on 10 acres\, our farm has 2.5 acres in cultivation in a permanent bed\, hand-scale farming system. This system is managed by a dynamic team of 10 farmers that grow over 70 different crops throughout the year. Our produce\, herbs\, and flowers connect with over 250 families annually\, mostly through our low/no-cost solidarity share program. This visit will provide an overview of our farming practices and how our work has evolved over the last two decades in response to our community. \nWoven Roots Farm is a traditional\, hand-scale vegetable farm\, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program\, and education center located on unceded Mohican homelands in the so-called southern Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts. Through a deep relationship with the land and one another\, we commit to feeding\, educating\, and empowering our community members by co-creating equitable pathways to become healthier individuals\, ethical growers\, and caretakers of the earth and one another. \nWe celebrate that agriculture itself is rooted in the long-standing cultural practices within communities of Indigenous people\, people of color\, and immigrants. We acknowledge that the US was built on stolen land and that all US systems are built on the stolen labor of Black\, Indigenous\, Latinx\, Asian\, and other people of color. \nOur agricultural practices are centered in the ancestral ways of acknowledging nature as a part of us\, just as much as we are a part of nature. We recognize the interconnectedness of all life—soil\, plants\, microbes\, insects\, and animals. We embrace these connections and seek to enhance them\, not to disturb them. In direct opposition to colonized agriculture\, we move through a space of reciprocity that prioritizes our responsibility as land stewards and caregivers. Click here for more information. \nFarm Tour: Monday\, July 29 – 4PM-6PM  \nDiscussion and Potluck: Monday\, July 29\, 6PM – 7PM  \nLocation: WOVEN ROOTS FARM\, 12 McCarty Rd\, Tyringham\, MA 01264
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/woven-roots-farm-hand-scale-farming-and-community-care/
LOCATION:Woven Roots Farm\, 12 McCarty Road\, Tyringham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240805
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240318T183805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T183911Z
UID:46325-1722556800-1722815999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:We the Land: A Gathering For Indigenous\, Black\, Latinx\, Asian\, SWANA & PoC Earth Workers\, Land Stewards & Farmers
DESCRIPTION:We The Land! A Gathering For Indigenous\, Black\, Latinx\, Asian\, SWANA & PoC Earth Workers\, Land Stewards & Farmers will take place on August 2nd-4th 2024 at Smith College in Northampton\, MA.  \nWe the Land! is an invitation to our community to join us for a weekend of knowledge exchange\, grassroots organizing\, celebration\, and ceremony and marks the Northeast Farmers of Color Land Trust’s first in-person gathering since 2019 and centers the primary intention of our community-led network: \n\nTo break the isolation of being farmers of color in the Northeast by building relationships of mutual respect and joy\, the foundation of community care\, and movement work.\nTo share skills\, resources\, and time with one other in building collaborative projects and initiatives.\nTo coordinate our policy demands and catalyze reparations for Black-Indigenous-POC farmers and land stewards.\nTo collectively envision\, enact\, and share ways to be in reciprocity with Land\, in the process healing generational trauma and redefining the meaning of “farmer” and our care for the land and each other.\n\nWe the Land! is intended to call in and connect our mycelial network of Indigenous\, Black\, and Brown land\, food\, and climate justice activists\, as well as healers\, makers\, and ceremonial holders. We the Land! is rooted in NEFOC’s vision to advance land and food sovereignty in the Northeast region through permanent and secure land tenure for PoC farmers and land stewards in a sacred manner that honors our ancestors’ dreams ~ for regenerative farming\, human habitat\, ceremony\, native species ecosystem restoration\, and cultural preservation.  \nPlease read through our FAQ in wetheland.com/faq to find out more before purchasing a ticket or reach out to us at wetheland@nefoclandtrust.org if you do not find an answer on our website. \n\n\n¡Somos la Tierra! Un Encuentro para trabajadores\, protectores y agricultores de la tierra indígenas\, Negres\, Latinx\, Asiátiques\, SWANA y de Color tendrá lugar del 2 al 4 de agosto de 2024 en Smith College en Northampton\, MA. \nWe the Land! [¡Somos la Tierra!] es una invitación a nuestra comunidad a unirse a nosotres durante un fin de semana de intercambio de conocimiento\, organizar de base\, celebración y ceremonia y sería el primer encuentro en persona del Fideicomiso de Tierras Comunitarias de les Agricultores de Color del Noreste desde el 2019 y centra la intención primordial de nuestra red comunitaria: \n\nRomper el aislamiento de ser agricultores de color en el noreste desarrollando relaciones de respeto mutuo y gozo\, la base de cuidado comunitario y la labor del movimiento.\nCompartir destrezas\, recursos y tiempo unes con otres para desarrollar proyectos e iniciativas colaborativas.\nCoordinar nuestras reclamaciones de políticas y catalizar reparaciones para les agricultores y protectores de la tierra Negres\, indígenas y de color [BIPOC].\nColectivamente visualizar\, promulgar y compartir maneras para estar en  reciprocidad con la Tierra y en el proceso sanar el trauma generacional y redefinir el significado de “agricultor” y nuestro cuidado por la tierra y por nosotres.\n\nWe the Land! Su intención es llamar y conectar a nuestra red micelial de activistas de la justicia de la tierra\, alimentaria y climática\, al igual que a sanadores\, creadores y sostenedores ceremoniales. ¡Somos la Tierra! está enraizado en la visión de NEFOC de adelantar la soberanía alimentaria y de la tierra en la región noreste a través de la tenencia permanente y segura para les agricultores y tenedores de color de la tierra de una manera sagrada que honre los sueños de nuestres ancestres ~ por la agricultura regenerativa\, el hábitat humano\, las ceremonias\, la restauración del ecosistema de las especies nativas y la preservación cultural.  \nFavor de leer nuestra sección de preguntas frecuentes [FAQ\, por sus siglas en inglés] en wetheland.com/faq para aprender más antes de comprar un boleto o comuníquense con nosotres a wetheland@nefoclandtrust.org si no encuentra la respuesta que busca en nuestra página web. \n*Si necesita ayuda para inscribirse a esta conferencia en español\, envíenos un correo electrónico a wetheland@nefoclandtrust.org \n.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/we-the-land-a-gathering-for-indigenous-black-latinx-asian-swana-poc-earth-workers-land-stewards-farmers/
LOCATION:Smith College Campus Center\, 100 Elm St\, Northampton\, MA\, 01063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240524T190125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T145302Z
UID:46934-1722618000-1722625200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Water & Climate Change Twilight Meeting at Bardwell Farm
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin UMass Extension and CISA for a climate-themed twilight meeting at Bardwell Farm in Hatfield\, MA! \n\nLisa McKeag will share findings from her recent water quality survey of farms around MA and discuss potential impacts of weather and climate change on ag water quality.\nHarrison Bardwell will show off his new automated irrigation system\, and discuss irrigation practices and funded projects around the farm.\nSue Scheufele will discuss climate change impacts on vegetable pests including an on-farm trial for managing Phytophthora blight in peppers hosted by Bardwell Farm.\n\nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA and UMass Extension and is part of CISA’s annual Adapt your Farm to Climate Change Series. The 2024 series focuses on the impacts of increasing temperatures throughout the year on specific parts of our food system\, including soils\, weeds and pests\, farmworker health and safety\, heat tolerant crops\, urban farms and others. \nContact Stephen Taranto at stephen@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 17 with any questions. \nWhen: Friday\, August 2\, 2024\, 5-7pm\, with dinner and discussion to follow \nWhere: Bardwell Farm\, 49 Main St.\, Hatfield\, MA 01038 \nRegistration: Free! Please register in advance so we can order enough food. Click here to register. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/water-climate-change-twilight-meeting-at-bardwell-farm/
LOCATION:Bardwell Farm\, 49 Main Street\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240731T182425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T182503Z
UID:47498-1723048200-1723051800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Nature-based workshop at Just Roots
DESCRIPTION:FREE Nature-based workshops for kids during Greenfield Summer Eats: Bring your kiddo(s) to Just Roots during Greenfield Summer Eats- Enjoy supper\, take home breakfast\, and engage in nature-based activities! Come eat and play! No registration required\, just drop in and have some fun. The last workshop will be August 7th and we’re making beautiful bouquets!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nature-based-workshop-at-just-roots/
LOCATION:Just Roots Farm\, 34 Glenbrook Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240731T003020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T003037Z
UID:47494-1723055400-1723060800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmland Protection Tools for the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts is losing farmland faster than we can save it\, and land trusts and towns can play a part in ensuring land remains available for future generations of farmers. There are many programs (and lots of funding) available to help protect farmland. \nThis special webinar will focus on farmland protection tools and funding sources for land trusts and municipalities in the Berkshires. \nWednesday\, August 7th\, 2024\, 6:30pm – 8:00pm \nClick here to register. \nHosted by American Farmland Trust. \nPresenters include: \n\nKathleen Doherty\, American Farmland Trust\nNick Pitel\, Berkshire Natural Resources Council\nSarah Gardner\, Williams College\, Williamstown Ag Commission\, and American Farmland Trust\nKathy Orlando\, Sheffield Land Trust and Mass Land Trust Coalition\n\nReach out to Kathleen Doherty\, Farmland Easement Support Specialist\, kdoherty@farmland.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/47494/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240809T140021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T144714Z
UID:47560-1723629600-1723644000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Building Healthy Soil in Urban Growing Areas
DESCRIPTION:Ver la pagina en español \nClick here for more information. \nCalling all members of the Bay Street community\, Springfield gardeners and community organizers\, and housing or social service coordinators! \nCome and visit the organic community garden at Tapley Court Apartment. \nThe Tapley Youth Agricultural Scientists invite you to experience the garden and learn how they built healthy soil and created an organic food source for community members on Bay street and the wider Springfield community. \n\nRegister Online Now\n\nThey will share: \n\nHow the garden came to be\nHow to build healthy soil in small urban growing spaces\nHow to develop an intensive growing garden\nHow to grow culturally important crops in Springfield\nA cooking demonstration using crops from the garden\n\nGrowing in urban green spaces brings many challenges. The Tapley Youth will describe the simple soil health techniques they’ve used to rebuild soil health and make it possible to grow organic food\, like mulching\, soil ferments\, cover cropping\, and mulching. They’ll also demonstrate a few of the soil test methods they use to regularly monitor soil health. \nThey’ll describe how they designed and evolved this intensive garden over time\, how they care for it so it grows lots of food\, and how they’ve learned to grow culturally important crops in New England. \nThey’ll even demonstrate how they use harvests from the garden to make something delicious (with samples to taste!) \nWe hope you’ll walk away inspired to spearhead your own community garden\, identify potential partners to get involved with\, and leave motivated to create an organic food source in your community! \nIf you have questions\, please reach out to Sister Anna Gilbert-Muhammad (anna@nofamass.org)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/building-healthy-soil-in-urban-growing-areas/
LOCATION:Tapley Court Apartment\, 221 Bay St\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240809T134902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T145655Z
UID:47558-1723651200-1723660200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:No-till Vegetable Production in Living Mulch at Waltham Fields Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come take a tour of Waltham Fields Community Farm on August 14th\, from 4-6:30pm.  \nWe’ll be learning about the farm operation\, and digging deep into their recent tillage reduction systems. \nWaltham Fields Community Farm uses a perennial clover living mulch to suppress weeds\, reduce plastic use\, and increase soil health. After learning about how they implemented this living clover mulch experiment\, NOFA/Mass’s Ruben Parilla will demonstrate the use of a tool to measure microbial biomass and fungal:bacterial ratio as a measure of how no-till practices affect overall soil health. \nAccessibility: This event will involve walking around on farmland terrain – it is generally flat\, but rugged. There are two portapotties on site; one is wheelchair accessible. \nQuestions? Contact ruben@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-vegetable-production-in-living-mulch-at-waltham-fields-community-farm/
LOCATION:Waltham Fields Community Farm\, 240 Beaver Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240809T145355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T145355Z
UID:47570-1723716000-1723730400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Change: Management’s Impact on Soil Biology
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information. \nOur Microbes series culminates in this in-depth\, on-farm event that delves even deeper into the intricate relationship between soil biology and management practices. Building upon the knowledge gained in the workshop Tools of the Trade: Microscopy & Soil Management Practices\, we will focus exclusively on how different management approaches have influenced soil biology on the farms you care about. Engage in thought-provoking discussions\, share your experiences\, and gain valuable insights into optimizing your agricultural practices for healthier soil and better yields. This event is the perfect opportunity to enhance your understanding of soil management and take your agricultural knowledge to the next level. \nRegister Online Now\n\nCost: Sliding scale $30/45/$60 \nQuestions? Email events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cultivating-change-managements-impact-on-soil-biology/
LOCATION:Nature’s Way Farm\, North Brookfied\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240723T125028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T125028Z
UID:47414-1723737600-1723744800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Fall Harvest Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, August 15th from 4-6pm\, our Farm Manager Lee Gadway will teach a Fall Harvest Workshop on how to grow your fall harvest using minimal till practices.  \nCultivating for Community is the Food Bank Farm’s regenerative farming and education initiative. The farmland is a part of our second Food Bank Farm in Hadley\, Massachusetts. We are located on 32 Shattuck Rd in Hadley.  \nFood Bank Farms – Cultivating for Community | The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts (foodbankwma.org) \nTo register\, please email me (amandar@foodbankwma.org) by August 10th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fall-harvest-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240722T173610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T181201Z
UID:47396-1723834800-1723840200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Heart Centered Kirtan!
DESCRIPTION:Join us either in person or via Facebook Live* to celebrate Libby’s birthday with a special Heart Centered Kirtan! Since 2013\, Heart Centered Kirtan has been offering kirtan throughout New England with our original call-and-response devotional music. Weaving Sanskrit and Buddhist mantras into a unique blend of modern Western musical styles\, Heart Centered Kirtans are meditative and uplifting experiences. \nYour mantra music guides will be: Libby Volckening (keys/vox)\, Ezra Landis (guitar)\, Thomas Matherly (bass)\, Owen Landis (percussion) – PLUS some very special guests. \n$20 suggested donation appreciated: let your heart guide you to offer whatever is right for you. Everyone is welcome including kids of all ages. \nJoin us either in person at Community Yoga in Greenfield or via Facebook Live. \nDonations will be gratefully accepted at the door (cash/check/PayPal/Venmo) and online via Heart Centered Kirtan’s website: https://heartcenteredkirtan.com/donate \nTen percent of proceeds will be donated to Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, a locally-based organization that has been working for over 30 years to build a stronger\, more resilient\, and more just local food system. They envision a local food system where farms are viable\, working conditions are fair and just for owners and workers\, the environment is respected\, and locally grown food is available for all. For more info visit https://www.buylocalfood.org/ \n* To join us via Facebook Live (you don’t need a FB account to view)\, just click on this link around 7:00pm:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1188805675435465.\nClose any pop ups (and/or press ESC key) and enjoy! \nMasks are optional and welcome. ~ Please join us virtually if you have any symptoms\, such as cough\, fever\, etc. ~OR~ if you have had recent exposure to someone who has COVID or another contagious disease.\n.\nQuestions? Call 413-834-4524\, email heartcenteredkirtan@gmail.com\, or visit www.heartcenteredkirtan.com\n.\nHope to sing with you soon!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/heart-centered-kirtan/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240816T153144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T153323Z
UID:47723-1723885200-1726335000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Sunflower Spiral Garden in Granby
DESCRIPTION:Walk the spiral path with beautiful sunflowers!\nOpen daily at Red Fire Farm in Granby\, it’s perfect for exploring\, sunflower selfies\, or just enjoying the flowering beauty of a late-summertime staple!\nVisitors are welcome during store hours (9-5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9-4:30 p.m. on Sunday)Admission will be $8 per person for the general public (which includes 8 pick-your-own summer flower stems or 4 dahlias/sunflowers) and $5 for CSA members. Folks over 65 or under 5 receive free entry!\n\nPlease stop by the Granby store (7 Carver Street) to pay first\, get walking directions\, and have any other questions answered\, before heading out to the spiral. Do yourself a favor and also remember to wear shoes or boots suitable for walking outside as the path can be bumpy in spots.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/sunflower-spiral-garden-in-granby/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240814T195223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T195232Z
UID:47647-1724090400-1724097600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Small-business networking
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nIn collaboration with SCORE and MA SBDC\, you will: \n\nLearn from other clients how they solve challenges.\nGet fresh insights and solutions from mentors.\nEngage with lenders and other partners to drive success.\n\nKeynote Speaker: Frank Grindrod\nFrank Grindrod is a Marine veteran\, author\, public speaker\, and life and business coach. \nA renowned wilderness survival expert known for leadership training with teams in the wild worldwide\, he’s the founder of Earthwork\, empowering thousands for more than 25 years. \nFrank has been featured in media such as ABC\, NPR\, The Economist\, and more. \nDate: Monday\, August 19th 2024\, 6:00-8:00pm \nLocation: MA SBDC Western Regional Office\, UMass Center at Springfield\, 500 Main Street\, Tower Square\, Suite 260\, Springfield\, MA 01115 \nParking: $5 Tower Square Garage or street parking $.50 per hour
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/small-business-networking/
LOCATION:MA SBDC Western Regional Office\,  UMass Center at Springfield\, 1500 Main Street\, Tower Square\, Suite 260\, Springfield\, MA\, 01115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240723T182755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T134313Z
UID:47430-1724347800-1725561000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden with Grow Food Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Garden\nGFN Community Garden\nThursdays\, July 11 & 25\, August 8 & 22\n5:30 – 6:30 pm\n\nCome learn\, explore\, play\, and help out on our community farm! Kids ages 0 – 7 are invited to join us on the farm with their caregivers for an evening of exploratory play\, sensory engagement\, tasty snacks\, and seasonal storytime. Register here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kids-in-the-garden-with-grow-food-northampton/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240723T184159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T194309Z
UID:47434-1724410800-1724414400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Berkshire Botanical Gardens Family Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join the Berkshire Botanical Garden as they inspire curiosity about the natural world and promote a deeper connection to the Berkshire landscape through workshops\, demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the young and young-at-heart.\nEach hour-long event begins at 11 a.m. and is free with Garden admission. Visit BerkshireBotanical.org for more information.\n\nJuly 26: Rona LeventhalAugust 2: Jen LeahyAugust 9: Caterpillar LabAugust 16: Joy MarzoffAugust 23: Davis Bates\n\nImage: Berkshire Botanical Gardens
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/berkshire-botanical-gardens-family-fridays/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Stockbridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142307
CREATED:20240809T144653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T145920Z
UID:47567-1724493600-1724508000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Incorporating Perennials: On-Farm Resilience & Organic Systems Plans
DESCRIPTION:Ver la pagina en español \nClick here for more information. \nHave you been interested in learning about different types of Organic Systems Plans (OSPs) and how to use them to build on-farm resilience? Or wonder how you might be able to increase your potential for producing added value? Join Foxtrot Farm’s Abby Ferla in discussing their process of planning their fields for the year. From creating pollinator habitat\, storing and sinking water & limiting erosion\, to planting climate resilient crops\, Foxtrot has been testing it out – all in a certified organic manner. \nOur field tour will not only include an equipment demonstration for 2 types of walking tractors\, well suited for small-scale organic systems\, but Foxtrot is also home to a certified organic process for valued added products – right on farm\, no commercial kitchen needed. Come join us for some insight into this unique and dynamic organic farm\, bringing your questions and curiosity. \nRegister Online Now\n\nAccessibility: Foxtrot Farm is located at the top of a large hill\, about a quarter mile walk. If a participant’s mobility is limited\, driving up the hill is an option. You are welcome to inform us of any other accessibility needs or preferences including sight\, hearing\, scents or language. \nQuestions? Email events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/incorporating-perennials-on-farm-resilience-organic-systems-plans/
LOCATION:Foxtrot Herb Farm\, 1237 Baptist Corner Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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