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SUMMARY:New England Farm Succession School
DESCRIPTION:Three Session Course: Dec 5\, Jan 11\, Feb 7 \nOne of a farmer’s biggest challenges is planning for farm succession. The Farm Succession School provides farmers and farming couples looking toward retirement and farm transition the structured and sustained support to make decisions\, engage their family\, and organize the legal and financial mechanics. Topics include goal setting\, estate planning\, retirement planning\, family communications\, taxes\, legal structure\, Medicaid\, and bringing on a successor. \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. Program includes presentations\, group discussions and individual exercises\, with “assignments” 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 opened my mind to all that’s involved and not be afraid to seek help from professionals\,” shared one farmer. “A must do! Definitely would recommend it. Well worth the time!” shared another farming couple. Read more of what farmers had to say. \nFind more info and register here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-england-farm-succession-school/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation Office\, 249 Lakeside Drive\, Marlboro\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
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SUMMARY:Greater Quabbin Food Alliance Winter Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Quabbin Food Alliance meets twice a year to connect\, network\, and work together on issues impacting local farmers\, health\, food access\, and economic development. Ongoing projects include regional efforts to get more local food served at institutions\, jump-start more food businesses in our area\, support area farmers markets\, coordinate efforts to protect farmland and help farmers\, and address food access barriers. \nWant to share a project or initiative you are working on? Consider giving a “Lightning Talk” at the gathering. A Lightning Talk is a 5 minute presentation that you or your organization is working on related to food\, health\, composting\, business development\, education\, etc (click here to see past presenters). If you are interested in presenting a Lightning Talk please contact Kat Kowalski at 978-248-2055 ext 29 or farmconservation_americorps@mountgrace.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/greater-quabbin-food-alliance-winter-gathering/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171208
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170907T195727Z
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SUMMARY:Fair Food Business Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Fair Food Network’s Fair Food Fund provides financing and business assistance to good food enterprises that are growing vibrant local food systems. We finance innovative businesses that are supporting resilient working farms and strong local food economies in the Northeastern United States. Lending is bolstered with business assistance including an annual business boot camp and one-on-one consulting. Fair Food Network launched the Fair Food Fund in 2012 to build robust regional food systems—and in the process\, help exceptional\, innovative businesses turn potential into profit. \nFair Food Business Boot Camp \nThis annual three-day event includes skill building sessions with industry mentors and fellow entrepreneurs to help selected entrepreneurs refine their business model\, solidify plans\, and accelerate growth. Topics include marketing\, telling your story\, break-even analysis\, understanding financial statements\, fundraising\, and more. \nThe Boot Camp is FREE for selected entrepreneurs including room and board. Plus\, participants have the chance to win $10\,000 in cash prizes at the culminating pitch competition.  Individuals applying to attend the program must either be a founding member of the enterprise or a member of the executive leadership team.  \nEligibility  \nWe’re looking for enterprises that meet the following general criteria: \n\nCommitted to building vibrant regional food systems in the Northeastern United States (Connecticut\, Maine\, Massachusetts\, New Hampshire\, New Jersey\, New York\, Pennsylvania\, Rhode Island\, and Vermont)\n\n\nIncorporated in the U.S.\n\n\nStrong consideration is given to enterprises that provide processing\, marketing\, local/regional food distribution\, or information technology platforms that link farms with consumers and/or wholesale customers.\nPreference given to applicants planning to seek financing in the next 6-12 months.\n\nFind more info and register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fair-food-business-boot-camp-2/
LOCATION:Lindentree Farm\, 10 Old Concord Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171208
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20170403T211432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170403T211432Z
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SUMMARY:Community Food Systems Conference
DESCRIPTION:What: Community Food Systems Conference\nWhen: 12/5/17 – 12/7/17\nWhere: Boston Park Plaza Hotel \nAbout: This conference will explore the intersection of food security\, social justice\, and sustainable agriculture. It will address a variety of community food system topics. There are certain cross-cutting issues we believe are fundamental in community food systems and in building a strong\, equitable food future. \nSkill Building across cultures and sectors\nDiversity of presenters\nRacial\, social and economic equity\nPlease Note: We are seeking to incorporate stories from Community Food Projects grantees into workshop sessions. \nWe expect 500-600 attendees. Presenters will receive discounted registration. Be a part of this historic event. Visit our website for more information. Please contact Kristen (kristen.aldrich@tufts.edu) with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/community-food-systems-conference/
LOCATION:Boston Park Plaza Hotel\, 50 Park Plaza\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171012T160822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T213238Z
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SUMMARY:HIP Forum
DESCRIPTION:This event is intended for farmers’ market vendors\, farm staff\, market managers\, and volunteers working directly with HIP at farmers’ markets\, farm stands\, and CSAs. \nPlease join us at CISA’s Fall HIP Forum to sum up HIP’s successes and challenges\, share best practices and existing resources\, and advocate for what markets and farms need to ensure HIP is successful. We’ll be meeting Monday\, December 4 from 5:30-8:30pm\, in the back room of the World War II Club in Northampton (just off I-91\, with parking available). Food will be provided; there is a cash bar in the front of the club. All market and farm folks working directly with HIP are encouraged to attend. Refreshments provided. Please contact Mia to RSVP. Hope to see you there! \nCISA developed this flyer to show customers where they can access their HIP benefit through the winter months. We encourage you to make it available at your farm stand and/or farmers’ market. If you have any questions\, please contact Mia.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hip-forum/
LOCATION:World War II Club\, 50 Conz Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171016T185913Z
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SUMMARY:Native Wreaths
DESCRIPTION:Join Kate Stafford in using native plant material gathered from Nasami Farm to create a small wreath for winter decoration. We’ll discuss plant materials available in winter and best practices for collecting them. Next\, we’ll learn how to make wreath forms and create something uniquely beautiful. Bring pruners\, and ribbon for a bow if desired.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/native-wreaths/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171202T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171120T190829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T190829Z
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SUMMARY:Vintner's Dinner - Black Birch Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lovely night of Black Birch wines paired with an exquisite dinner at our first annual Vintner’s Dinner. Meet and network with members of the wine industry including local farmers\, distributors\, restaurateurs\, liquor stores\, and more. Gather around our table as Michelle gives an update on happenings at the vineyard and plans for next year\, and Ian’s reflections on farming in Hatfield this past year\, and his weather\, crop\, and wine predictions for 2018. \nWe will be working with HardyFoard Catering of Brattleboro\, VT to put together a decadent 5-course meal with some of our favorite wines. We’ll gather at 6:30 for complementary glass of wine and good company and dinner is served at 7:00. \n$95 Per Person \nTickets
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/vintners-dinner-black-birch-vineyard/
LOCATION:Black Birch Vineyard\, 108-109 Straits Road\, North Hatfield\, MA\, 01066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171120T181242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T181242Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Holiday Open House at Leyden Glen Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Artist/Author Kristin Nicholas and special guests Deborah Garner and The Kangaroo Dyer Gail Callahan. Come be inspired by our colorful home and interior decoration all gussied up for the holidays. Visit the sheep and the sheep dogs. Get a jump on your holiday shopping with gifts handmade with love\, including handmade pottery by Kristin\, books\, notecards\, Christmas ornaments\, tea towels\, and more.  Local lamb for delicious holiday meals is available as well. Visit the 1751 farmhouse which has been featured in Yankee Magazine\, Country Home\, and more. Refreshments served. Leave colorfully inspired! \nFor more info visit www.kristinnicholas.com.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-annual-holiday-open-house-at-leyden-glen-farm/
LOCATION:Leyden Glen Farm\, 31 East Glen Road\, Leyden\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171115T182521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T182521Z
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SUMMARY:SNAP Retailer Sign-Up Day
DESCRIPTION:At this drop-in information session you can get your farm\, farm stand or farmers’ market authorized for SNAP (food stamps) and receive your USDA FNS number the very same day! USDA\, Department of Transitional Assistance and Department of Agricultural Resources staff will be on site to walk you through the process and assist with your application. You will also learn about SNAP processing equipment options and the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) benefit. NOTE: Registration for the conference is not required if you wish to only attend the retailer sign-up event.  \nWhere: Mass Farm Bureau Annual Meeting: Thursday\, November 30\, DROP-IN hours between: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm\, Sheraton Framingham Hotel\, 1657 Worcester Rd.\, Framingham\, MA 01701 \nSNAP Retailer Sign-Up: Things to Bring \nIf you intend on getting an FNS number (SNAP retailer authorization)\, please bring copies of the following documents for all principal business owners to be included with your application: \n\nPicture ID (driver’s license or passport).\nSocial Security Card (or other official document with your name and SSN\, i.e.\, top page of tax return).\nCopy of voided check for bank account you will use to deposit funds.\n\nFor non-profit 501(c)(3) Farmers Markets Only:  \nFarmers Markets operated/sponsored by a non-profit are the ONLY applicants that are not required to submit verification of a Social Security number for corporate officers/board members. \n Documentation Required:  \n\nCopy of the IRS Determination Letter stating the organization is a 501(c)(3). A (C)(4) and (C)(6)   will not be accepted.\nLetter from the sponsoring agency stating that they are sponsoring the farmers market and who they have appointed as their legal representative to operate the farmers market.\nThe application must be signed by a corporate officer or a board member.\n\nFor Government Owned/Operated Farmers Markets Only –  Documentation Required:  \n\nCopy of the City/Town IRS EIN/TIN Tax Exempt Letter.\nCity/Town Official must sign the Application Certification Page.\nNo personal information is required or needed.\n\nFor more information please contact: \nDavid Webber\, Department of Agricultural Resources \nO: 617.626.1754 or E: david.webber@state.ma.us \nFrank Martinez Nocito\, Department of Transitional Assistance \nO: 413.772.3411 or E: frank.martineznocito@state.ma.us
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-retailer-sign-up-day/
LOCATION:Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center\, 1657 Worcester Rd\, Framingham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171128T184500
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171115T180520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T180739Z
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SUMMARY:Building a Niche Agri Enterprise into a Successful Business
DESCRIPTION:Join Tucka Saville of Anarchy Apiaries and Julia Coffey of Mycoterra Farm to discuss how they built their niche food system businesses.\nTucka will discuss the challenges and successes of building and sustaining apiaries in both the Northern and Southern climates of the East Coast. She works with both Anarchy Apiaries in New York and Florida\, and with French Hill Apiaries in Northern Vermont.\nJulia has built Mycoterra Farm from a garage based mushroom grow room to a large scale mushroom production facility in Deerfield\, MA. Julia will share her journey with us\, and her scalable model for success. \nHosted by The Stockbridge School of Agriculture\, UMass Amherst\nWhere: Paige Lab Conference Room – Room 202\nWho: Anyone! Open to the public \nParking: Meter Parking on campus is FREE after 5pm \nCampus map: \nhttps://www.umass.edu/visitorsctr/sites/default/files/maps/campusmap.pdf
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/building-a-niche-agri-enterprise-into-a-successful-business/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171120T190130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T190130Z
UID:25813-1511438400-1511456400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The People's Pint's annual Thanksgiving for the People Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The People’s Pint on Federal Street will hold its annual Thanksgiving for the People on Thursday\, Nov. 23\, from noon to 5 p.m. \nThe pay-what-you-can event will feature a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for the whole community. All profits will benefit the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and other local charities. \nDonations have been made by Apex Orchards\, Jekenowski’s Farm\, Just Roots\, Pine Hill Orchards\, Snow’s Ice Cream\, Diemand Farm\, PFG Springfield\, Squash Trucking and Artisan Beverage Cooperative. \nFor more information\, visit thepeoplespint.com.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-peoples-pints-annual-thanksgiving-for-the-people-dinner/
LOCATION:The People’s Pint\, Greenfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171117T204048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T204345Z
UID:25771-1511089200-1511103600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Shelburne Falls Autumn Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, the Shelburne Falls Farmers’ Market hosts a special Autumn market event.  This year\, the market will be held on the weekend before Thanksgiving on Sunday\, November 19th from 11am-3pm at the Buckland Shelburne Elementary School. \nThe Shelburne Falls Autumn Farmers’ Market will feature items from local farms\, eateries\, artisans\, and churches. Items offered for sale will include: fresh produce\, local frozen meats\, fresh baked items\, jams\, jellies\, marmalade\, pickles\, popcorn\, wool products\, plants\, bodywork\, maple products\, leather work\, local crafts\, and a tea cup auction of local products. There will also be live music all afternoon: Pat and Tex LaMountain (11am-1pm) and Co-op Jazz (1-3pm). \nCome catch up with friends and neighbors\, have lunch\, tap your toes to good music\, and get your holiday fixings! Parking and admission are free. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/shelburne-falls-autumn-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Buckland Shelburne Elementary School\, 75 Mechanic Street\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171106T181940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T181940Z
UID:25614-1511010000-1511020800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2017 Hilltown Fall Seed Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the 6th annual Hilltown Seed Exchange on Saturday\, November 18th from 1-4pm at the Cummington Community House! (33 Main Street\, Cummington)  Learn to save your own garden seed\, get answers to your seed saving questions\, and exchange seed that you’ve saved with your friends and neighbors! \nThis year’s event will feature an opening talk by Amy Pulley of Wing and A Prayer Pollinator Nursery in Cummington. Amy is actively working to restore pollinator habitats throughout the area and educate gardeners\, children and families about how to support pollinators by planting more pollinator plants (and saving their seeds!). \nAmy’s talk will begin at 1pm at the Cummington Community House and the seed exchange will follow at 1:30pm.  There will be plenty of time to browse and help yourself to the dozens of home grown varieties of tomatoes\, beans\, kale\, wildflowers\, and many other crops. Additional tables will be set up with information about ongoing seed saving projects\, recommended reading\, and opportunities to get more involved in the Hilltown Seed Saving Network. \nThis year\, you can come as early as 12 noon to drop off your seeds to share.  We appreciate seeds that come labeled with variety name\, source\, and year or date saved.  Please note that you don’t have to bring seed to come to this event. We welcome people at all levels of experience\, including those who have never saved seed before. \nAs always\, we encourage everyone who is bringing seed to the event to list it online using our Virtual Seed Bank.  Once you have registered (a quick and easy process)\, you will be able to browse varieties that other people in the Hilltowns are saving and bringing to the Seed Exchange. \nThe suggested donation for this event is a sliding scale of $5 – $10.\nFor more information\, visit our website or contact Sadie at 413-475-2692. \nWe look forward to another fun and inspiring seed exchange!  See you there! \nThe HSSN Steering Committee
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2017-hilltown-fall-seed-exchange/
LOCATION:Cummington Community House\, 33 Main Street
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171016T185711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171016T185711Z
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SUMMARY:Native Arrangements (Whately\, MA)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use plant materials gathered outdoors to create beautiful arrangements for your home or a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. First\, we will head outdoors to learn best practices for collecting plant materials\, then we’ll return to the classroom to create unique display pieces. Bring pruners and a container or vase for your arrangement.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/native-arrangements-whately-ma/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171117T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171023T162208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171023T162208Z
UID:25505-1510934400-1510943400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New Cold Storage Facility Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the new cold storage facility at the Western Massachusetts Food Processing Center\, along with the FCCDC Annual Meeting.  Details to follow!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-cold-storage-facility-ribbon-cutting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Western MA Food Processing Center\, 324 Wells St\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171012T203707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T203707Z
UID:25379-1510911000-1510932600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Food System Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Food System is full of activity\, energy\, and innovation – from the growth in urban agriculture\, to increased access to healthy foods\, to innovative education and supports for food system entrepreneurs\, to efforts to reduce food waste\, to schools integrating nutrition and farming into their curricula\, and much more. Much has been accomplished\, and there is an abundance of work underway and more challenges to address. Join Massachusetts food system leaders\, organizers\, activists\, advocates\, and mobilizers as we check in on progress toward a more sustainable and equitable food system\, and discuss opportunities for collective action. \nIt has been two years since the completion of the Massachusetts Local Food Action Plan. The 2017 Massachusetts Food System Forum is an opportunity to learn about what has been accomplished since then toward the goals of the Plan\, and to have discussions to develop plans and strategies for future collaborative work. \nRegistration is only $15 and includes lunch. Register online here. \nEmail Director Winton Pitcoff with questions. \nAgenda\nWelcome and updates\nA look back at the Plan\, and at the work of the MA Food System Collaborative’s first two years. \nHighlighting successes\nPresentations from food system organizations around the state about their work toward the goals of the Plan. Scheduled presenters will discuss their work in urban agriculture\, marketing\, business assistance\, food access\, policy advocacy\, and more. \nDiscussions\nRoundtable discussions about food system issues and topics\, with opportunities to make connections and find opportunities for further collective action. \nLunch \nLegislation and advocacy \nPanel discussions about pending food system legislation\, and perspectives from legislators\, legislative staff\, and advocates about how to effectively advocate for legislative\, regulatory and budgetary change at the state level. \nThe Forum and the Collaborative are supported by the Sudbury Foundation\, the Henry P. Kendall Foundation\, the Merck Family Fund\, the Island Foundation\, the Wild Geese Foundation\, the John Merck Fund\, and the UMass Amherst Center for Agriculture\, Food and the Environment.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-food-system-forum/
LOCATION:Double Tree Hotel (Leominster)\, 99 Erdman Way\, Leominster\, MA\, 01453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171115T184639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T184639Z
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SUMMARY:FCCC November Breakfast Series- Farmer Q&A with Jennifer Flanagan
DESCRIPTION:The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Cannabis Control Commissioner Jennifer Flanagan will speak at its November 17 breakfast at Terrazza Ristorante at the Greenfield Country Club. Governor Baker named former MA State Senator Jennifer L. Flanagan as the gubernatorial appointee to the five-member CCC\, charged with regulating both the adult use and medical marijuana industries. As a member of the State Senate\, Flanagan served on numerous legislative committees focusing on public health\, substance misuse\, and professional licensure.  Additionally\, she led efforts to enact comprehensive and bipartisan legislation proposed and signed by the Governor to combat substance use addiction through treatment\, recovery and prevention. Following the breakfast\, the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce has arranged for Commissioner Flanagan to meet with local farmers/producers to discuss the work of the CCC and gather feedback free of charge from 9:15-10:00am please  RSVP to 413-773-5463.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fccc-november-breakfast-series-farmer-qa-with-jennifer-flanagan/
LOCATION:Terraza Ristorante at the Greenfield Country Club\, 244 Country Club Road\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171113T185052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171113T185052Z
UID:25694-1510747200-1510750800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Estate Planning: Preparing to Plan
DESCRIPTION:Topic:\nThis webinar will provide background on what you can do to prepare yourself for the estate planning process.  Specifically\, this webinar will cover steps that you can take before meeting with an attorney which can save you time and money.  Topics will include setting goals\, listing assets and liabilities\, estate planning tips\,  as well as a discussion of the basics about some of the commonly used estate tools such as wills\, trusts\, living wills and retirement accounts.  The intended audience for this webinar is farmers and other citizens interested in learning more about the estate planning process. \nTime and Date:\nWednesday\, November 15th\, 2017\n12:00 – 1:00 (EDT)\n\nParticipation:\nThis webinar is offered free of charge and is limited to the first 100 registrants. It is recommended that you test your computer for software compatibility prior to the webinar by clicking here. \nThere is no pre-registration for this webinar. To enter the webinar\, simply click here shortly before it begins.\n\nPresenter:\nRusty Rumley B.S.\, J.D.\, LL.M.\nNational Agricultural Law Center\nRusty Rumley serves as a Senior Staff Attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center. He graduated magna cum laude from Oklahoma State University in 2004 with a B.S. in AgriBusiness and in 2007 earned his juris doctor from the University of Oklahoma. After law school\, Rusty earned his LL.M in Agricultural Law at the University of Arkansas\, and is licensed to practice law in the state of Oklahoma. Additionally\, he has co-taught a course titled “Animals and Agricultural Production\, Law and Policy” several times at the University of Oklahoma College of Law and most recently at the University of Nebraska College of Law and teaches an introduction to agricultural law course through the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural\, Food\, & Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas. His primary areas of interest are in estate planning\, taxation\, business organizations\, landowner liability\, leasing and agritourism. \nResearch & Materials:\nAvailable soon
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/estate-planning-preparing-to-plan/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171114T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20170921T163150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171020T184557Z
UID:25099-1510671600-1510682400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Customer Behavior at Farmers' Markets: Tips to Increase Sales
DESCRIPTION:With the number of farmers’ markets in the Massachusetts steadily increasing and the tripling of SNAP sales coming into markets through the state-wide Healthy Incentive Program\, drawing in customers to your stand is imperative. \nWhat can farmers do to attract more shoppers to their stands? How can farmers actively market their products in and out of the farmers’ markets? What can farmers do to better understand customer behavior at the market\, and how can they use this information to increase customer satisfaction? \nChris Wayne of GrowNYC’s FARMroots program will present a tool for measuring customer behavior at farmers’ markets. By leveraging customer research performed by grocery stores and largescale food retailers\, and building on 40 years of institutional knowledge internally through the operation of NYC’s Greenmarkets\, FARMroots developed strategies to increase sales and customer satisfaction. Learn tips for advanced merchandising\, how to appeal to a customer’s behavioral habits\, segmenting your market\, how to leverage sales data records to make informed marketing decisions\, and ways you and your staff can improve your customer’s overall shopping experience. \nFor more information contact Stevie Schafenacker – stevie@buylocalfood.org\, 413-665-7100 ext. 27 \n\n \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\nLocal Hero Members $10.00 USDNon-Members $15.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name(s) of attendees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nAbout FARMRoots: \nFARMroots provides both aspiring and established Greenmarket farmers with business technical assistance and training designed to ensure the long-term viability of participating farms and farmland. Technical assistance is provided through both in-house services and through the engagement of cost-shared consultants. \nAbout GrowNYC: \nGrowNYC’s mission is to improve New York City’s quality of life through environmental programs that transform communities block by block and empower all New Yorkers to secure a clean and healthy environment for future generations. Over the past 45 years they’ve become a service organization\, operating 50+ farmers’ markets and regional food hub\, providing city-wide recycling and composting resources\, supporting a network of hundreds of community gardens\, and creating a robust farmer and community education program. Their Greenmarket Farmers’ Market network sees over 250\,000 customers each week with 224 regional farmers and food producers. \n\n \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\nLocal Hero Members $10.00 USDNon-Members $15.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name(s) of attendees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nFunding for this workshop was supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service through grant 16FMPPMA0002\, Local Hero members\, and individual contributors.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/understanding-customer-behavior-at-farmers-markets/
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:20171112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20170509T201137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T145335Z
UID:23486-1510473600-1510488000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Clarkdale Cider Run
DESCRIPTION:About This Event\nCome celebrate the fall\, drink some freshly pressed sweet cider\, and support CISA at the 3rd Annual Clarkdale Cider Run\, on Sunday\, November 12\, 2017\, at Clarkdale Fruit Farms in Deerfield\, MA. All proceeds will go to CISA. \nVolunteers\nInterested in volunteering at the Cider Run? Contact Lisabeth Jasniewicz at CISA — (413) 665-7100 ext. 29. \nCourse\nThis is a beautiful 12K loop course on Upper & Lower Rd in Deerfield & Greenfield\, MA\, starting and finishing at Clarkdale Fruit Farms. The course includes some rolling hills and one tough climb\, with around 383 feet of total gain. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-annual-clarkdale-cider-run/
LOCATION:Clarkdale Fruit Farms\, 303 Upper Rd\, \, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171109T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171005T162456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T162456Z
UID:25279-1510239600-1510250400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Sustainability Symposium
DESCRIPTION:RecyclingWorks\, along with Associated Industries of Massachusetts and the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts\, are hosting a food waste symposium. This interactive forum will explore ways to start or expand food waste diversion across the EPA Food Recovery Hierarchy. Learn how to decide whether a source reduction\, food donation\, animal feed\, composting\, and/or anaerobic digestion program might be a good match for your business. \nFind more info and register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-sustainability-symposium/
LOCATION:Mill 180 Park\, 180 Pleasant Street Suite 217\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171112
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171006T164304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T164304Z
UID:25299-1510185600-1510444799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NESAWG 'It Takes A Region' Conference 2017
DESCRIPTION:NESAWG‘s annual It Takes a Region Conference brings together farm and food systems practitioners across the 12-state Northeast region to learn\, debate\, collaborate\, and innovate solutions to critical food systems issues. Each year\, we look at the trajectory of the food and farm movement and the role our network can play in shaping its future. We offer in-depth working sessions that tackle important questions about our regional food system and how to strengthen it\, drawing from the collective expertise and wisdom of conference attendees. \nFind more info and register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nesawg-it-takes-a-region-conference-2017/
LOCATION:Lord Baltimore Hotel\, 20 West Baltimore Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171108T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20170922T143441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T175929Z
UID:25144-1510131600-1510147800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Lean Management Principles for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:WE’VE HAD A GREAT RESPONSE FOR THIS WORKSHOP! UNFORTUNATELY\, WE ARE AT CAPACITY AND CAN NO LONGER TAKE RSVP’S. To be put on the waiting list\, please email stevie@buylocalfood.org with your name and farm/business name. Thank you! \n\nCan factory principles be applied to farming without compromising the values of sustainability? According to our presenter and lean business consultant Scott Morrison\, it can. This is backed up by the recent book “The Lean Farm” authored by Indiana small farmer\, Ben Hartman. His popular book created a buzz in the agricultural community\, offering an approach to efficiency that focuses on increasing production capacity by changing your processes in all aspects of your operations. Farmers like Hartman found that incorporating lean principles drastically cuts their wastes and increases their profits\, making their farms more environmentally and economically sustainable. \nExactly how do these principles translate to farm operations? Lean makes you think about the minutia of operations and how even the smallest improvement can add up to savings over time: in money\, tools\, and resources. It means taking note of the number of movements a person makes from harvest to market\, using the right sized and functioning tools\, improving communication with your employees\, and seeing where you can minimize the use of resources like water and packaging.\nJoin us for a half-day workshop on lean farming presented by consultant Scott Morrison at Outlook Farm with owner\, Brad Morse. We will begin with an introduction to Lean principles and apply them in a walkthrough of Outlook’s post-harvest operations. We will discuss how to map out any process in your operations to identify opportunities to streamline and reduce costs\, determine the capacity of production and how to create investment and ownership from your workforce to make improvements to the farm. \nOur presenter\, Scott Morrison\, consulted with Local Hero member Red Fire Farm\, referenced in a recent May 17th Boston Globe article. He has worked with other farms throughout the Northeast in addition to Red Fire and we are excited to bring him back to the Valley to speak to more farmers on the value in lean farming principles. \nThis workshop is coordinated in collaboration with PVGrows Investment Fund\, Franklin County CDC (FCCDC)\, and Massachusetts Department of Agriculture (MDAR) Agricultural Business Training Program \nFor more information contact Stevie Schafenacker – stevie@buylocalfood.org\, 413-665-7100 ext. 27 \nAbout Scott: \nScott Morrison has thirty-five years of experience in the fields of Quality\, Engineering\, and Operations\, the last six as a 5S/Lean consultant to a variety of companies across the US\, including a few farms in New England. He has a sharp eye for understanding processes and then cutting through the waste to enhance the value of those processes. Excellent communication skills plus both shop floor and senior management experience allow Scott to easily relate to everyone in your organization. \nMore About Lean Farming: \nFarmer to Farmer podcast: The Lean Farm\n“Fueling the Farm to Table…”\, Boston Globe\nThe Lean Farm by Ben Hartman\nScott Morrison \n\n\n“Funding for this workshop was supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service through grant 16FMPPMA0002.  Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.”
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/lean-management-principles-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Outlook Farm\, 136 Main Road\, Westhampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171107
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171101T163126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T163246Z
UID:25590-1509926400-1510012799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Online Farming Courses - Cornell Small Farms Program
DESCRIPTION:Join one of our upcoming online farming courses: Veggie Farming\, Berry Production\, Introduction to Maple Syrup\, and more! \nThe Cornell Small Farms Program offers over twenty courses to help farmers improve their technical and business skills. Students connect with other farmers\, work on farm plans\, and gain practical tips without leaving their home. Course content can be accessed anywhere with a high-speed internet connection. \nMost courses are six weeks long. Each week features an evening webinar and follow-up readings\, videos\, and activities. Students and their instructors connect through online forums and live chat. If you aren’t able to attend the webinars in real-time\, they are always recorded for later viewing. \nClasses starting the Week of November 6 include: \nBF 120: Veggie Farming 1 – From Planning to Planting \nThis course helps new and aspiring vegetable producers answer basic questions about site selection\, crop rotation\, seeding and transplanting\, and financial aspects of veggie production. Topics including variety selection\, pre-plant preparation\, and cultivation will be covered. \nhttp://smallfarms.cornell.edu/online-courses/course-descriptions/veggie-farming-part-1-bf-120/ \nBF130: Poultry Production (BF 130) \nMany new farmers get started with poultry\, because it’s a relatively low-investment enterprise with a fairly quick turnaround time from investment to revenue. The margins can be slim though\, and farmers need to develop the necessary skillset in order to produce a product that is both safe and profitable. This course will help you get started with all the basic information to build a successful poultry enterprise. \nhttp://smallfarms.cornell.edu/online-courses/course-descriptions/poultry-production-bf-130/ \n
​BF 122: Berry Production  \nIf you’re exploring the idea of adding berries and bramble fruits to your farm\, this course will help you consider all the aspects of this decision\, from varieties and site selection all the way through profit potential and marketing. \nhttp://smallfarms.cornell.edu/online-courses/course-descriptions/berry-production-bf-122/ \nBF 152: Introduction to Maple Syrup Production\n \nMaple syrup production is rapidly growing around the Northeast and offers a sound financial opportunity to utilize woodlots. This course explores the range possibilities of maple sugaring on your land – be it for supplemental income or for your livelihood. Also discussed are “alternative” trees for production\, including Birch and Black Walnut. \nhttp://smallfarms.cornell.edu/online-courses/course-descriptions/introduction-to-maple-syrup-production-bf-152/ \nCourse tuition entitles two people from a farm to attend. Discounts for early sign up and multiple course sign ups are available. \nCheck out the listings at http://smallfarms.cornell.edu/online-courses/ for more information on a particular course and the instructors. \nQuestions?\nContact Erica Frenay\, ejf5@cornell.edu or Steve Gabriel\, sfg53@cornell.edu\nor call 607-255-2142 \nABOUT\nThe Small Farms Program helps farmers get expert assistance to facilitate all phases of small farm business development\, from initial growth to optimization to maturity.

We are a joint effort of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Cornell Cooperative Extension.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/online-farming-courses-cornell-small-farms-program/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171005T205448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T205843Z
UID:25290-1509879600-1509897600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Daylight Savings at Gasoline Alley
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Daylight Savings with the Gasoline Alley crew! Featuring: \n\nAmy Bourque Yoga & More Classes\nThe Salon\nUrban Artisan Farm Pizza & Veggies\nAuntie Cathy’s Food Truck\nWine\, Beer\, Cider\nLocal Artisans & Vendors\nTibetan Massage\, Manicures\nChakra & Aura Readings\nMagician and much More!\n\nFind more information here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/daylight-savings-at-gasoline-alley/
LOCATION:Gasoline Alley Foundation\, 250 Albany Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171023T170402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171023T170402Z
UID:25514-1509870600-1509899400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Complete pig butchering workshop and pastured meat share
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to slaughter\, dress\, quarter and further butcher hoofed animals! In this workshop\, we’ll take apart three heritage breed pigs at Doghill farm in Huntington MA. Learn about butchering\, charcuterie and anatomy as we transform these noble cousins of ours into food for us humans. All parts of the animal will be used\, including organ meats\, bones and blood. Lastly\, we will learn to use the sinew for string\, hooves for glue. Folks will be expected to roll their sleeves and participate. All this will be done\, of course\, in the respectful context of interdependence. No experience necessary. \nOne pig will be available for purchase in advance of the workshop\, and buyers can take their packaged share home. Email apeandapemass@gmail.com for more information. \nQuarter share: (~40lbs\, 250$)\nHalf share: (~80lbs\, 425$)\nFull pig: (~160lbs\, 600$) \nWorkshop attendance 35-75$ sliding scale. Please RSVP by email: apeandapemass@gmail.com \nhttp://www.apeandape.com/workshops–blog/complete-pig-butchering-workshop-and-pastured-meat-share
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/complete-pig-butchering-workshop-and-pastured-meat-share/
LOCATION:Doghill Farm\, Huntington\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171030T161204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171030T161204Z
UID:25550-1509793200-1509804000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pumpkin Smash 2017
DESCRIPTION:Hold on to those Halloween pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns\, and bring them up to Hager’s. For a donation to Franklin County 4-H\, we’ll take your pumpkins high above Hager’s in an aerial lift (provided by West County Equipment)\, and drop them! The pumpkin that sends a piece of rind the farthest will win a cash prize and the coveted pumpkin smash trophy! \nThere will also be a huge raffle\, with over 50 items to win. And all proceeds benefit 4-H programs. Local 4-H kids will be on hand with demonstrations\, and Hager’s will be  selling their fried dough with maple cream. \nThanks also goes to Hilltown Tents\, Ames Trophy\, The Salvation Army in Greenfield and Graves Concrete.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pumpkin-smash-2017/
LOCATION:Hager’s Farm Market\, 1232 Mohawk Trail\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171016T192149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171016T192346Z
UID:25433-1509789600-1509796800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate a fantastic growing season\, GTC’s youth leaders and our accomplishments\n​over the past year. We will be serving up delicious homemade pancakes (including our very own harvest pancake) with amazing homemade toppings and apple compote\, banana milk\, orange juice\, coffee and tea. \nDonations will be gratefully accepted in support of GTC’s food justice work. \nAdvance tickets $5/person\, $3/child (under 13) available until Nov. 2 at the link posted below. \nYou can also mail a check with your ticket information to:\nGTC\, PO Box 90774\, Springfield\, MA 01139 before Nov. 2. \nTickets at the door will cost $8/person and $5/child (under 13) and will be available on a first come basis. Last year we were at capacity\, so we encourage you to get your tickets in advance! \nEmail sashaforgtc@gmail.com or call Sasha Jimenez at 413.693.5340 ext. 105 with any questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/7th-annual-pancake-breakfast/
LOCATION:Gardening the Community\, 200 Walnut Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20170327T195519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T195519Z
UID:22965-1509786000-1509894000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Fiber Festival of New England
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Eastern States Exposition and New England Sheep & Wool Growers Association \nNov. 4 & 5 • Sat.\, 9am – 5pm; Sun.\, 9am – 3pm\nMallary Complex at Eastern States Exposition \nFiber enthusiasts are coming together for the annual Fiber Festival of New England to promote the use of wool and other natural fibers and related products to the general public! \n-A Fiber Fashion Show\, featuring handmade clothing and items made from natural fiber\, will be held Saturday at 1:45pm. Showcase your fiber-made accessory or garment made out of wool\, mohair\, alpaca or angora at this fun event. No pre-registration is required\, and those interested may contact Kathy Rasys at (413) 245-9463 or via email at kathyrasys@hotmail.com. Participants and anyone wishing to model should arrive no later than 10am on the day of the show.\n-The Make It With Wool Competition is a national competition in which contestants select\, construct and model their own garments. Make It With Wool promotes the beauty and versatility of wool fabrics and yarns and encourages creativity in sewing\, knitting and crocheting. The competition is open to entrants of all ages.\n-A Fleece Sale will be ongoing throughout the Festival and is open to all. Be the first in line to purchase a fleece. Those interested in contributing fleeces should send fleeces to arrive on or before Friday\, Nov. 3\, or bring them to the Mallary Complex\, by Nov. 3\, 9am to 8pm. Please include the date shorn\, breed of animal and producer information.\nSheep Shearing demos will also take place throughout the weekend. \nClick here to see the full schedule of events\, workshops and more details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-fiber-festival-of-new-england-4/
LOCATION:Eastern States Exposition\, West Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T053229
CREATED:20171025T161055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171025T161144Z
UID:25536-1509786000-1509800400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Widening the Welcome: The Future of Agriculture for Farmers of Color
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, November 4\, 2017\, Hidden Acres Farm\, Inc. is proud to host Widening the Welcome: The Future of Agriculture for Farmers of Color at the 224 Ecospace on 224 Farmington Avenue in Hartford\, Connecticut. This half-day conference will begin promptly at 9:00 am and end at 1:00 pm.  Featured speakers include Amani Olugbala (Soul Fire Farm\, Grafton\, NY);  Karen Washington (Rise and Root Farm\, Black Urban Growers\, Brooklyn/Bronx\, NY); Isa Muhajid (CT CORE\, New Haven\, CT) and Hartford’s own Patricia E. Kelly (Ebony Horsewomen\, Inc.\, Hartford\, CT). \n“The face of agriculture in this country is changing by leaps and bounds”\, observed Michelle Louise Bicking\, Executive Director of Hidden Acres Farm\, Inc. “We need to be more deliberate  in our efforts to recruit and educate ethnic and religious ‘minority’ groups on the many opportunities that exist in Agriculture.” \nWidening the Welcome is open to the general public. Exhibitors of all backgrounds and lived experiences are welcome\, with an emphasis on Latinx\, First Nations\, African American/Black and Asian American Pacific Islander business owners. Lunch and breakfast will be provided. Registration can be completed online only at www.wtw17.eventbrite.com. Questions about the conference can be directed to Michelle Louise Bicking at ourhiddenacresfarm@gmail.com. \nContact: \nMichelle Louise Bicking\, JP LCSW MPA \nHidden Acres Farm\, Inc. \n667 Old Stafford Road \nTolland\, CT  06084 \nCell:. 860-598-0028 \nEmail:. ourhiddenacresfarm@gmail.com \nURL: www.ourhiddenacresfarm.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/widening-the-welcome-the-future-of-agriculture-for-farmers-of-color/
LOCATION:224 Ecospace\, 224 Farmington Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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