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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181208T130000
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SUMMARY:Propagating Native Plants From Seed: Part 1: Dormancy and Sowing Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Learn to propagate native plants from seed in this two-part\, hands-on workshop that focuses on practical methods for small-scale propagation. This workshop is appropriate for beginners and propagators with some experience. Take one or both classes. Part 1 explores seed biology\, overcoming dormancy\, and sowing techniques.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/propagating-native-plants-from-seed-part-1-dormancy-and-sowing-techniques/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181101T154834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T154834Z
UID:28916-1544198400-1544198400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Grant Application Deadline: Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs (SARA)
DESCRIPTION:The Department invites responses from Massachusetts farmers who own or operate farm land under the Agricultural Preservation Restriction (“APR”) Program who wish to participate in Round 7 of the Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs Program (“Program”).  The purpose of the Program is to address stewardship or restoration issues on farmland resources in order to maximize productive agricultural use of the protected resource. \nFunding of up to $25\,000\, with a 15% match\, may be available for identified improvements that will help restore or enhance the protected land resources on an APR farm property. \nEligible uses of funds include contracted labor or equipment rental costs to clear land or reclaim inactive fields back to active cropland use such as: clearing vegetation\, removing rocks or stumps\, cutting back grown in field edges\, or reseeding or applying soil or crop amendments to inactive cropland or pastureland to bring it back into production.  Funding may be also be used to restore farm resources that have been negatively impacted by flooding\, erosion\, storms\, tornadoes and other natural disasters. \nThe deadline for applications is December 7\, 2018 by 4 PM\, and all projects must be completed by June 30\, 2019.  \nFind the application here:  www.mass.gov/media/1733661/download
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grant-application-deadline-stewardship-assistance-and-restoration-on-aprs-sara/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180920T185206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T185350Z
UID:28600-1544171400-1544185800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Quabbin Food Alliance Winter Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nFor more information\, contact Kat Kowalski \nRegister here \nFor more information\, contact Kat Kowalski
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/quabbin-food-alliance-winter-gathering/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181129T182747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T182747Z
UID:29159-1543924800-1543928400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Grants for Northeast Agriculture: The Ins and Outs of Finding and Applying for Grants\, Incentives and Cost-Shares
DESCRIPTION:Join Nathan Rudgers\, Director of Business Development for Farm Credit East\, and Janet McAllister\, Regional Professional Development Coordinator for Northeast SARE\, as they discuss grants\, incentives and cost-shares for Northeast agriculture. They will address grant availability and offerings\, how you should (or shouldn’t) apply\, and when to do it yourself vs. engaging a professional. \nThis webinar is free to all participants. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grants-for-northeast-agriculture-the-ins-and-outs-of-finding-and-applying-for-grants-incentives-and-cost-shares/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181205
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181127T165059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181127T165059Z
UID:29146-1543795200-1543967999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:High Tunnel Production Conference
DESCRIPTION:Want to fine-tune your high tunnel crop production? This conference is for high tunnel vegetable growers and agricultural service providers of all experience levels. There will be plenty of opportunities to share expertise and learn from one another. 3.5 PAT credits for Dec 3\, 5 PAT credits for Dec 4. UMass Extension Educator Katie Campbell-Nelson will be there offering one-on-one support to interpret UMass soil tests for high tunnels. For more information\, including a conference agenda\, please click here. \nWhen: December 3-4\, 2018 \nWhere: Manchester Downtown Hotel\, 700 Elm St.\, Manchester\, NH 03101 \nRegistration: Click here for attendance or trade show registration
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/high-tunnel-production-conference/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm Street\, Manchester\, MA\, 03101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181204
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181018T201039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T141233Z
UID:28837-1543795200-1543881599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmland Access & Transfer Conference
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 30% of New England’s farmers are likely to exit farming in the next 10+ years\, and 9 out of 10 of them are farming without a young farmer alongside. At the same time\, access to land is one of the biggest challenges for beginning farmers in New England. Farmers\, landowners\, and farm advocates are invited to the fourth annual Farmland Access & Transfer Conference on December 3\, 2018 at the Augusta Civic Center\, Augusta ME co-hosted by Maine Farmland Trust and Land For Good. Learn strategies for tackling succession planning and incorporating a conservation easement into your farm access or transfer plan\, plus how to find and secure farmland of your own\, negotiate a good lease agreement\, and more. It’s the largest conference in the region focused solely on land access. For more information or to register\, go to mainefarmlandtrust.org/access-2018.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmland-access-transfer-conference/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Drive\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180904T211345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T211345Z
UID:28404-1543572000-1543593600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Meadows 1-2-3
DESCRIPTION:No one can grow an instant meadow\, but this one-day seminar builds partipants’ understanding of what it takes to create and maintain a meadow. Appropriate for those interested in starting a meadow or in improving an existing one. Extensive resource material included. Bring a bag lunch.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/meadows-1-2-3/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181129T203000
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CREATED:20181016T204002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T204002Z
UID:28817-1543512600-1543523400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Selling to Everyone: A Workshop for Farmers' Market Managers\, Vendors\, and Staff
DESCRIPTION:CISA invites farmers’ market managers\, staff\, and vendors to come to together and identify how your farmers’ market can attract more customers and provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. \nWorkshops will be held in three locations : \n\nTuesday\, November 27th 5:30-8:30 at Max’s Tavern: 1000 W Columbus Ave.\, Springfield\, MA 01105 (Dinner catered by Max’s Tavern)\nWednesday\, November 28th 5:30-8:30 at 17- Main St.\, Greenfield (next to Green Fields Market)\nThursday\, November 29th 5:30-8:30 at Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St.\n\nParticipants will identify their farmers’ markets’ mission and core values and assess which potential customers do and do not currently attend the market. This will help make your market even more welcoming and ultimately attract and retain loyal market customers. \nAnticipate Outcomes Include: \n\nRecognize the community culture and demographics served by your market\nCreate quality customer service and behaviors that draw in and adapt to a diversity of customer needs\nIdentify new practice to implement for the upcoming market season\n\nMarket managers\, staff\, and vendors are strongly encouraged to attend one session as a group and there will be opportunities for discussion together. Each session is limited to 20 participants. \nPlease RSVP below by Monday November 19th. For questions email zoey@buylocalfood.org or call 413-665-7100. Dinner will be served at each location. \n\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/selling-to-everyone-a-workshop-for-farmers-market-managers-vendors-and-staff-3/
LOCATION:Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St\, Northampton\, MA\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181016T203812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T203812Z
UID:28814-1543426200-1543437000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Selling to Everyone: A Workshop for Farmers' Market Managers\, Vendors\, and Staff
DESCRIPTION:CISA invites farmers’ market managers\, staff\, and vendors to come to together and identify how your farmers’ market can attract more customers and provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. \nWorkshops will be held in three locations : \n\nTuesday\, November 27th 5:30-8:30 at Max’s Tavern: 1000 W Columbus Ave.\, Springfield\, MA 01105 (Dinner catered by Max’s Tavern)\nWednesday\, November 28th 5:30-8:30 at 17- Main St.\, Greenfield (next to Green Fields Market)\nThursday\, November 29th 5:30-8:30 at Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St.\n\nParticipants will identify their farmers’ markets’ mission and core values and assess which potential customers do and do not currently attend the market. This will help make your market even more welcoming and ultimately attract and retain loyal market customers. \nAnticipate Outcomes Include: \n\nRecognize the community culture and demographics served by your market\nCreate quality customer service and behaviors that draw in and adapt to a diversity of customer needs\nIdentify new practice to implement for the upcoming market season\n\nMarket managers\, staff\, and vendors are strongly encouraged to attend one session as a group and there will be opportunities for discussion together. Each session is limited to 20 participants. \nPlease RSVP below by Monday November 19th. For questions email zoey@buylocalfood.org or call 413-665-7100. Dinner will be served at each location. \n\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/selling-to-everyone-a-workshop-for-farmers-market-managers-vendors-and-staff-2/
LOCATION:170 Main St.\, Greenfield\, MA\, 170 Main St.\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181127T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181016T203413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T203413Z
UID:28811-1543339800-1543350600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Selling to Everyone: A Workshop for Farmers' Market Managers\, Vendors\, and Staff
DESCRIPTION:CISA invites farmers’ market managers\, staff\, and vendors to come to together and identify how your farmers’ market can attract more customers and provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. \nWorkshops will be held in three locations : \n\nTuesday\, November 27th 5:30-8:30 at Max’s Tavern: 1000 W Columbus Ave.\, Springfield\, MA 01105 (Dinner catered by Max’s Tavern)\nWednesday\, November 28th 5:30-8:30 at 17- Main St.\, Greenfield (next to Green Fields Market)\nThursday\, November 29th 5:30-8:30 at Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St.\n\nParticipants will identify their farmers’ markets’ mission and core values and assess which potential customers do and do not currently attend the market. This will help make your market even more welcoming and ultimately attract and retain loyal market customers. \nAnticipate Outcomes Include: \n\nRecognize the community culture and demographics served by your market\nCreate quality customer service and behaviors that draw in and adapt to a diversity of customer needs\nIdentify new practice to implement for the upcoming market season\n\nMarket managers\, staff\, and vendors are strongly encouraged to attend one session as a group and there will be opportunities for discussion together. Each session is limited to 20 participants. \nPlease RSVP below by Monday November 19th. For questions email zoey@buylocalfood.org or call 413-665-7100. Dinner will be served at each location. \n\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/selling-to-everyone-a-workshop-for-farmers-market-managers-vendors-and-staff/
LOCATION:Max’s Tavern\, 1000 Columbus Ave.\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181101T154008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T154008Z
UID:28912-1542639600-1542646800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Intro to Quickbooks
DESCRIPTION:New to Quickbooks? See if Quickbooks is right for you. Taught by Dorine Lasky\, accountant\, bookkeeper\, and tax preparer with over 25 years experience in the field\, and is currently a self employed tax adviser. Preregistration is required for attendance by calling the Southern Hilltowns Adult Education Center at 413-354-1055\, or emailing MicheleK@hilltowncdc.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-intro-to-quickbooks-2/
LOCATION:Village Enterprise Center\, 26 Main Street\, Chester\, MA\, 01011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180904T205033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T205033Z
UID:28401-1542546000-1542556800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Native Arrangements
DESCRIPTION:This session uses native plant material gathered from Nasami Farm to create a beautiful arrangement for the home or a centerpiece for the Thanksgiving table. Participants walk the farm and learn the best practices for collecting plant materials\, then create a unique display piece in the classroom. Bring pruners and a container or vase.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/native-arrangements/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181117
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181015T183210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T183210Z
UID:28788-1542326400-1542412799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Registration Deadline: Farm Succession School
DESCRIPTION:Farm Succession School returns to New England. \nAmong farmers’ biggest challenges is planning for farm succession. The Farm Succession School provides farmers and farming couples looking toward retirement and farm transition with the structured and sustained support to make decisions\, engage their families\, and organize the legal and financial mechanics. \nTopics include goal setting\, estate planning\, retirement planning\, family communications\, taxes\, legal structures\, bringing on a successor\, and much more. \nA commitment of just three days over the winter months will allow farmers to develop a concrete plan for their farm business\, their land\, and their retirement. The program includes presentations\, group discussions and individual exercises\, with “homework” between sessions. \nFarmers who have participated loved the amount of attention they received and valued the trust and sharing that developed among the participants\, regardless of scale or type of enterprise. ‘It is a big relief to me! Thanks for the push to get it done! The course was well worthwhile\,” shared one farmer. “A must do! Definitely would recommend it. Well worth the time!” commented another. Read more of what farmers had to say. \nTwo Locations! Open to farmers in all New England states. Farm Succession School is a three-session program; from 10:00am – 3:30pm. \nWarwick\, Rhode Island:\nDecember 11\, 2018; January 9\, 2019; and February 8\, 2019 \nBedford\, New Hampshire:\nDecember 12\, 2018; January 10\, 2019; and February 7\, 2019 \nThe fee is $300 per farmer or farm couple. This includes lunch\, refreshments and materials. Participants will get $200 back toward additional succession-related advising. \nInstructors include: \nJon Jaffe\nFarm Business Consultant\nFarm Credit East\njon.jaffe@farmcrediteast.com \nKathy Ruhf\nSenior Advisor\nLand For Good\nkathy@landforgood.org \nAn attorney with expertise in succession planning in each state. \nFor more information or to register\, go to landforgood.org/events. Deadline to register is November 16th. Space is limited!  \nSponsored by Land For Good
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/registration-deadline-farm-succession-school/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181101T153532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T153532Z
UID:28907-1542218400-1542225600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Social Media for Business
DESCRIPTION:This class with tell you how to start up and effectively use Facebook and Instagram. Bring your mobile phone\, laptop or tablet to the class. Computers will be available for use. Social media is a great way to promote your business! Learn how to do this successfully and promote your business for little or no money without a lot of time commitment. Classes are taught by JLBA Social Media And Marketing director Mimi Caban Ross. Preregistration is required for attendance by calling the Southern Hilltowns Adult Education Center at 413-354-1055\, or emailing MicheleK@hilltowncdc.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-social-media-for-business-2/
LOCATION:Hilltown CDC\, 387 Main Road\, Chesterfield\, MA\, 01012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181002T181227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T175855Z
UID:28662-1542214800-1542222000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Farmer Focus Group
DESCRIPTION:Farm Focus Group – Your Thoughts and Ideas Needed to Continue Providing Assistance for Farmers \nCalling all beginning farm owners and managers! If you have taken ownership of a farm or stepped into a principal farm manager role between 2006 – 2018 OR if you are an aspiring farm operator\, please join us at one of these events! \nEnsuring the sustainability of beginning farmers is crucial in continuing the Pioneer Valley as a vibrant agricultural area. For 25 years\, farmers turned to CISA for support in sustaining their business and mission\, seeking answers to their questions\, and providing information to see an idea or opportunity through. We want to continue providing that for the next 25 years – and evolve with your needs and your ideas! \nThrough the support of USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program\, we are holding focus groups in two locations to inform how CISA farmer support programming will look in the coming years. We need to hear about your experiences\, successes\, unmet needs\, and requests to continually evolve as farm business assistance providers. \nTell us how WE can work for YOU! \nDiscussion Topics: \n\nFor participants in CISA events\, what has worked well and what can we improve\nBuilding farmer networks\nGaps in service and information for farmers\nSupport for limited resource\, women\, queer\, trans\, POC and veteran farmers\n\nPlease RSVP below by November 11 or email stevie@buylocalfood.org. Dinner will be catered.  \nLoading… \nThis material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under award 2016-70017-25423.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/beginning-farmer-focus-group-2/
LOCATION:Rural Commonwealth\, 49 Conway Street\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181002T180326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T180106Z
UID:28660-1542128400-1542135600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Farmer Focus Group
DESCRIPTION:Farm Focus Group – Your Thoughts and Ideas Needed to Continue Providing Assistance for Farmers \nCalling all beginning farm owners and managers! If you have taken ownership of a farm or stepped into a principal farm manager role between 2006 – 2018 OR if you are an aspiring farm operator\, please join us at one of these events! \nEnsuring the sustainability of beginning farmers is crucial in continuing the Pioneer Valley as a vibrant agricultural area. For 25 years\, farmers turned to CISA for support in sustaining their business and mission\, seeking answers to their questions\, and providing information to see an idea or opportunity through. We want to continue providing that for the next 25 years – and evolve with your needs and your ideas! \nThrough the support of USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program\, we are holding focus groups in two locations to inform how CISA farmer support programming will look in the coming years. We need to hear about your experiences\, successes\, unmet needs\, and requests to continually evolve as farm business assistance providers. \nTell us how WE can work for YOU! \nDiscussion Topics: \n\nFor participants in CISA events\, what has worked well and what can we improve\nBuilding farmer networks\nGaps in service and information for farmers\nSupport for limited resource\, women\, queer\, trans\, POC and veteran farmers\n\nPlease RSVP below by November 11 or email stevie@buylocalfood.org. Dinner will be catered. Don’t hesitate to contact Stevie with questions. \nLoading… \nThis material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under award 2016-70017-25423.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/beginning-farmer-focus-group/
LOCATION:North Hadley Sugar Shack\, 181 River Drive\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181101T153841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T153841Z
UID:28910-1542034800-1542042000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Intro to Quickbooks
DESCRIPTION:New to Quickbooks? See if Quickbooks is right for you. Taught by Dorine Lasky\, accountant\, bookkeeper\, and tax preparer with over 25 years experience in the field\, and is currently a self employed tax adviser. Preregistration is required for attendance by calling the Southern Hilltowns Adult Education Center at 413-354-1055\, or emailing MicheleK@hilltowncdc.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-intro-to-quickbooks/
LOCATION:Village Enterprise Center\, 26 Main Street\, Chester\, MA\, 01011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181110
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180912T155736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T155736Z
UID:28491-1541635200-1541807999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Undoing Racism/Community Organizing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:UROC of Western MA is pleased to bring you Undoing Racism/Community Organizing\, a workshop by The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond. \nParticipants will explore what racism is\, where it comes from\, how it functions\, why it persists and how it can be undone. The workshop emphasizes learning from history\, developing leadership\, maintaining accountability to communities\, creating networks\, undoing internalized racial oppression and understanding the role of organizational gatekeeping as a mechanism for perpetuating racism. \nWHAT IS THE PEOPLE’S INSTITUTE?\nA national and international collective of anti-racist\, multicultural community organizers and educators dedicated to building an effective movement for social transformation. Today\, The People’s Institute is recognized as one of the foremost anti-racism training and organizing institutions in the nation. They have provided training\, consultation\, and leadership development to more than 200\,000 people nationally and internationally. www.pisab.org \nTuition: (includes Breakfast\, Lunch and Snacks)\n$300/person for Individuals and Small Organizations\n$500/person Higher Education/Large Institutions\nA very limited number of partial scholarships may be available. \nRegister here. Registration due By October 14th\, and the workshop is limited to 40 participants. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:\nRuthie Killough-Hill – rkilloughhill@gmail.com 413-256-1804\nRosa Matta – urocofspringfield@gmail.com 413-222-8793
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/undoing-racismcommunity-organizing-workshop-3/
LOCATION:TBD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181101T153253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T153253Z
UID:28903-1541527200-1541534400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Social Media for Business
DESCRIPTION:This class with tell you how to start up and effectively use Facebook and Instagram. Bring your mobile phone\, laptop or tablet to the class. Computers will be available for use. Social media is a great way to promote your business! Learn how to do this successfully and promote your business for little or no money without a lot of time commitment. Classes are taught by JLBA Social Media And Marketing director Mimi Caban Ross. Preregistration is required for attendance by calling the Southern Hilltowns Adult Education Center at 413-354-1055\, or emailing MicheleK@hilltowncdc.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-social-media-for-business/
LOCATION:Village Enterprise Center\, 26 Main Street\, Chester\, MA\, 01011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181022T125354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T125354Z
UID:28845-1541239200-1541246400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening the Community's Harvest Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:GTC’s Pancake Breakfast includes music and performances\, as well as great food. They also raffle off a wide range of gift baskets featuring local businesses\, fair trade and locally grown products\, crafts and other prizes. Are you ready?  \nFind more information and tickets here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-the-communitys-harvest-fundraiser-pancake-breakfast/
LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 361 Sumner Avenue\, Springfield\, MA\, 01108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181016T172403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T172403Z
UID:28809-1540803600-1540832400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training – Grafton
DESCRIPTION:Fruit and vegetable growers! Wondering where to begin with food safety? Start here! The PSA Grower Training is currently the only FDA-recognized produce safety training to help growers implement Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and understand their responsibilities under new Federal regulations. Whether you have a farm that is fully covered by the law or a small\, exempt farm and you’re just looking for information\, this training is for you. \nThe PSA Grower Training Course satisfies the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in §112.22(c) that requires ‘At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration.’ The training is also required for participation in Massachusetts’ Commonwealth Quality Program. \nCost is $40 and includes the required PSA Grower Manual ($50 value)\, a Certificate of Course attendance from AFDO ($35 value)\, and lunch and refreshments. \nThis is your last opportunity to attend a PSA training in Massachusetts this year. We will hold another series of trainings in several locations around the state early in 2019. \nWhen: Monday\, October 29\, 2018 from 9 am to 5 pm \nWhere: Brigham Hill Community Farm\, 37 Wheeler Rd\, North Grafton\, MA 01536 \nREGISTER HERE: https://umasscafe.irisregistration.com/Form/PSAGrafton18
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/produce-safety-alliance-grower-training-grafton/
LOCATION:Brigham Hill Community Farm\, 37 Wheeler Road\, North Grafton\, MA\, 01536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181015T134932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T134932Z
UID:28779-1540720800-1540735200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Eating and Meal Prep with FoodLove!
DESCRIPTION:Are you craving a peaceful relationship with your food? \nOne where there is no deprivation?\nWhere the healthiest choices for your body are clear?\nAnd you have all the tools you need to choose\, prepare and enjoy every single bite? \nJoin FoodLove! at Lotus & Hawk for \nMINDFUL EATING & MEAL PREP\nA workshop exploring the power of mindfulness to help you bring attention and focus to choosing\, preparing\, enjoying\, and reaping every benefit from the food you eat. \nSunday\, October 28  •  10am – 2pm\nLotus & Hawk Holistic & Hypnosis Center  •  Chicopee\, MA\n$65 includes all materials\, demonstration\, and a vegetarian lunch with a focus on seasonal produce \nTo register:\nEmail Lotus & Hawk here or call (413) 374-6929 and mention any food allergies. \nQuestions:\nContact FoodLove! here or visit foodloveinc.com or facebook.com/FoodLoveInc \nThese are the major topics we’ll explore together: \n\nMindfulness\, where it came from\, what it is and why it is so important and relevant to our lives\nEffects of mindfulness vs. mindlessness in our lives\, and how we so easily succumb to checking out\nCommon mindfulness practices you can benefit from right now\nMindful eating\, what it is\, and how we begin to practice it in our daily lives\nPractice eating in a truly mindful way by enjoying a healthy\, delicious vegetarian lunch together\nMindful meal prep\, getting comfortable with your food\, and learning how to cook healthy\, whole foods in the super easy FoodLove! style\n\nThe topics we’ll be exploring will bring quality and serenity to your experience of feeding yourself and your family. What Tonianne shares in this workshop is so dear to her and she is thrilled to have the chance to share it with all of you again. Please join her for this very powerful experience.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mindful-eating-and-meal-prep-with-foodlove/
LOCATION:Lotus & Hawk Holistic Center\, 665 Prospect Street\, Suite 5\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180823T190658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T190721Z
UID:28294-1540645200-1540659600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Towards a New Reconstruction: Land\, Racism\, and Economic Emancipation
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the 38th Annual E. F. Schumacher Lectures with speakers Leah Penniman and Ed Whitfield. The theme of this year’s event is “Towards a New Reconstruction: Land\, Racism\, and Economic Emancipation.” The talks will take place on Saturday\, October 27th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Saint James Place in Great Barrington\, Massachusetts. \nThe 38th Annual E. F. Schumacher Lectures will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of W. E. B. Du Bois\, born in Great Barrington on February 23\, 1868. Du Bois would become a figure of international importance—the first black man to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard University\, a tireless advocate for the rights of marginalized people everywhere\, a founder of the Niagara Movement and the NAACP\, and the author of countless influential works of scholarship. \nDu Bois believed that racial justice was inseparable from economic justice and that economic inequality was the engine and not simply the consequence of a deeper social inequality. Speakers Leah Penniman and Ed Whitfield are doing work that builds on the legacy of W. E. B. Du Bois— his commitment to black economic development\, cooperative structures\, and fair access to land. \nPenniman\, co-founder of Soul Fire Farm\, is working to end racism in the food system. The title of Penniman’s talk is “Farming While Black: A Legacy of Innovation and Resistance.” \nWhitfield\, co-founder and co-managing director of the Fund for Democratic Communities\, has written and spoken extensively on non-extractive finance\, reparations\, and building investment structures that support community self-determination. \nTickets for the 38th Annual E. F. Schumacher Lectures are on sale now for $25 and may be purchased online here or through the “buy tickets” button below.  If you wish to purchase tickets by cash\, check\, or BerkShares local currency\, please contact the Schumacher Center directly at (413) 528-1737 or send payment to: \nSchumacher Center for a New Economics\n140 Jug End Road\,\nGreat Barrington\, MA 01230
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/towards-a-new-reconstruction-land-racism-and-economic-emancipation/
LOCATION:Saint James Place\, 352 Main Street\, Great Barrington\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181029
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20170831T152538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T193400Z
UID:24816-1540512000-1540771199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Where Women Gather: A Celebration of Women in Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Dates:October 26\, 2018 to October 28\, 2018 \nLocation(s): \nMain Conference Meeting Space \nOmni Hotel\n155 Temple Street\nNew Haven\, CT. 06510 \nBreakout Rooms & Vendor Symposium\nGateway Community College\n20 Church Street\nNew Haven\, CT. 06510 \nContracted Hotels: \nRoom reservations are not included in registration rate. Please contact the hotels directly in order to reserve a room for your stay. \nOmni Hotel at Yale University (Pending) \nCourtyard Marriot New Haven (Pending) \nThe Study at Yale (Confirmed) \nPlease register online at: https://reservations.travelclick.com/15472?groupID=1982480 \nNew Haven Hotel (Confirmed) \nPlease contact the reservations line at 1800-644-6835 to make their reservations and use the group code “HIDDEN” in order to receive the group rate. \n\nInvited Speakers: \nMinda Honey\nLisa Kirivist\nTekowa L. Otunnu\nNakia Navarro\nDr. Mike Rossman\nDr. Lorann Stallones\nRowen White\nAnha Kruzic\nRuby Olisemeka\nLise Metzger \nInvited Performance Artists: \nKelvin Young\nTekowa L. Otunnu \nCllck here for schedule and ticket info.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/where-women-gather-a-celebration-of-women-in-agriculture/
LOCATION:Omni Hotel\, 155 Temple Street\, New Haven\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180904T194827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T194827Z
UID:28399-1540461600-1540486800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Framework Trees of New England
DESCRIPTION:Forests are a dominant feature of the New England landscape. This course covers the history\, changes in composition\, and ecology of the region’s forest from the Ice Age through European settlement. Learn to identify native trees\, their habitats\, and their communities. Explore the impact of past natural and human disturbances on the landscape and learn how current forestry practices shape forest communities. Two sessions: 10/25 and 10/27.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/framework-trees-of-new-england/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181027
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180905T160339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T160339Z
UID:28423-1540425600-1540598399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:How to Lease Your Land to a Farmer
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever considered making your land available for farming? Farmers in Essex County are looking for land to rent\, from a small vegetable plot to livestock or crops. When you make land available to farmers you help secure a future for farming in our region\, create economic opportunity\, promote food security\, and preserve our working landscapes. \nThis workshop with farm leasing experts Land for Good will help you understand your land’s potential for farming and what goes into a good farming arrangement: \n\nBenefits & opportunities of leasing your land for farming\nIdentify your personal\, financial and land use goals\nHow to find a compatible farmer\nHow to craft a lease agreement\n\nAn evening workshop on Thursday\, October 25th in Topsfield will be followed by a guided bus tour of leased farmlands on the morning of Friday\, October 26th departing from Essex. Details and registration.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/how-to-lease-your-land-to-a-farmer/
LOCATION:Gould Barn in Topsfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181024T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181022T132027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T132027Z
UID:28848-1540396800-1540404000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:MA Food Day with Gardening the Community
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Walnut Street Farm\, 200 Walnut Street in Springfield from 4 pm to 6 pm. Apple tastings will start right at 4 pm\, there will be workshops\, raspberry picking\, and a tour of the farm and farm stand. The event is free and all are welcome.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ma-food-day-with-gardening-the-community/
LOCATION:Gardening the Community\, 200 Walnut Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181024T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181024T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180808T193152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181001T152013Z
UID:28175-1540395000-1540402200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Bringing Visitors to the Farm: Warner Farm
DESCRIPTION:Known for its creative corn maze that draws thousands to Sunderland each year\, Warner Farm offers a whole lot more fun on the farm\, including pick-your-own\, hosting Kitchen Garden Farm’s Annual Chilifest\, and activities throughout the year. The farm also runs a CSA and sells wholesale fruits and vegetables. Hear from the Wissemanns how they balance several enterprises and coordinate multiple public activities\, as well as some of the lessons they’ve learned running an “agritourism” farm. \nThis workshop is the final in the series “Bringing Visitors to the Farm”. From May through October five farms have shared their vast and diverse experiences engaging the public on their property. We invite farmers to come and talk with their peers about their successes and challenges in creating farm experiences for their community. \nThis event is free. Light refreshments will be offered. \nPlease RSVP below. \nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/bringing-visitors-to-the-farm-warner-farm/
LOCATION:Warner Farm\, 23 South Main Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181021T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20180830T134747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T134747Z
UID:28358-1540134000-1540144800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Brookfield Farm Pig Roast
DESCRIPTION:Catered by Wheelhouse Farm at Brookfield Farm in Amherst\, MA\, a feast created by 2 pioneers of the western Massachusetts sustainable. \nOn the menu a smoked a pig\, cooked vegetables buried deep underground\, soup made in a 5 gallon cauldron over an open fire\, and communally harvested carrots for 100+ guests. Established in 1986\, Brookfield Farm is the third community supported agriculture project in the US. Wheelhouse Farm written about by Mark Bittman at New York Magazine and featured in Outside Magazine’s 2017 article “26 of the best trips to take right now.”
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/brookfield-farm-pig-roast/
LOCATION:Brookfield Farm\, Hulst Rd\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20181021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20181021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150051
CREATED:20181004T185924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T185924Z
UID:28717-1540112400-1540123200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual 5K for Farmland
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Valley’s farms\, food\, and friends with Kestrel Land Trust’s special 10th Annual 5K for Farmland & Farmers’ Market Festival! Sunday\, October 21\, 11 a.m. – 2 pm on the West St. Common\, Hadley. USATF-sanctioned 5K race on a flat route through scenic farmland or a beautiful 2-mile riverside walk. Farmers’ Market Festival after the race with music by “The Empty Bottle Ramblers\,” local food\, products and crafts\, plus a live Birds of Prey demo with Tom Ricardi. FREE local beer by Valley Malt for registered participants age 21+. Get a special edition pint glass and be entered into a drawing for great prizes when you pre-register here. Proceeds benefit Kestrel’s work to conserve farmland and forests in the Pioneer Valley.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/10th-annual-5k-for-farmland/
LOCATION:Hadley Town Common\, Rt 9\, Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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