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SUMMARY:Food Safety Modernization Act course at UMASS
DESCRIPTION:September 12\, 8:30am-6:00pm  \nUMASS Amherst Campus Center \nIn  September  2017\, all food manufacturers  with  more  than  $1  million  in  annual  sales  will  be  required  to  comply  with  the  Preventive  Controls  for  Human  Food regulation  of  the  Food  Safety  Modernization  Act.  That  means  you  need  to  have  a  “qualified individual”  responsible  for  writing your  Food  Safety  Plan. \nIn  partnership  with  UMass  Food  Science\,  the  Specialty  Food  Association  (SFA)  is  offering  this  one-day  class\,  to  allow  you  to  comply  with  this  important  Federal  law. FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Qualified Individual blended course will be held at the UMass Campus Center in Amherst on September 12th. The program will be taught by Amanda  Kinchla who is a UMASS Amherst Extension  Assistant  Professor/Food  Safety  Specialist and a FSPCA  Lead  Instructor\, with training to teach  the  FDA  recognized  standardized  curriculum.  The cost is $199 with a discount for members of the national Specialty Food Association. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-modernization-act-course-at-umass/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst Campus Center\, 1 Campus Center Way\, Amherst \, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170911
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
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SUMMARY:Farm-to-table Dinner at Crimson & Clover Farm
DESCRIPTION:Dinner to be catered by Wheelhouse Farm. \nMore details TBA. \nTickets purchased in advance TBD. \nThis is in partnership with\, and hosted by\, Grow Food Northampton.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-to-table-dinner-at-crimson-clover-farm/
LOCATION:Crimson & Clover Farm\, 215 Spring St\, Florence\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170622T183547Z
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SUMMARY:Fermenting Vegetables Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how lactic acid fermentation works and make two ferments\, one pounded (like sauerkraut) and one brined (like dilly beans). Specific recipes used will vary from class to class depending on seasonally available produce. Go home with one jar of each of the ferments we make in class! \nFermenting Vegetables is part of a 3 session fermentation course. If you’re intrigued by fermentation\, but don’t know where to start\, this is the course for you! Participants are welcome to take one or all classes in the course. Save 15% when you sign up for all three! Add all three classes to your cart and use code FERMENT at checkout. \nFermenting Vegetables – sauerkraut\, kimchi\, pickles\nCultured Dairy – yogurt\, kefir\, farmer’s cheese\nProbiotic Beverages – kombucha\, water kefir\, fermented soda\nTaught by Melody\, Co-Founder of Revival \nHeld at Cultivate & Bloom \n20 Hampton Court\, Suite 160\, Northampton\, MA
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fermenting-vegetables-workshop/
LOCATION:Cultivate & Bloom\, 20 Hampton Court\, Suite 160\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170831T200448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T200448Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Tractor Show at E. Cecchi Farms
DESCRIPTION:The Agawam Historical Association\, operators of the Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum and owners of the 1757 Thomas Smith House\, will reap the benefits of a tractor\, antique truck\, and implement show to be held on Saturday\, September 9\, from 11am-3pm. Admission is $2 per person\, with children under 12 admitted free of charge. Parking is free\, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. \nThis will be the third year of the show\, sponsored by\, and held at E. Cecchi Farms\, located at 1131 Springfield Street in Feeding Hills. The display of equipment will celebrate Agawam’s agricultural heritage and raise funds for the historical group\, with all proceeds from the show donated to the group. Last year’s show featured a wide variety of makes and vintages\, from antique garden tractors to modern day articulated tractors\, and the same is expected at this year’s show. \nOwners of all tractors\, antique trucks and agricultural equipment are invited to display their pieces. There is no cost for exhibitors. All vintages and makes are welcome; please contact David Cecchi prior to the show at 413-786-3236 or cecco@davidcecchi.com for exhibitor details. \nThe Agawam Historical Association operates the Agawam Historical & Fire House Museum in the former Fire Station No. 3 on Elm Street\, and the c. 1757 Thomas Smith House at 251 North West Street in Feeding Hills.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-annual-tractor-show-at-e-cecchi-farms/
LOCATION:E. Cecchi Farms\, 1131 Springfield Street\, Feeding Hills\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170908T161743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170908T161858Z
UID:24889-1504947600-1504969200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Craft\, Vendor Fair and Flea Market at Bashista Orchards
DESCRIPTION:Over 30 vendors! Stop and smell the donuts and try a cider slushy. Stroll through the fruit trees while browsing a variety of crafts\, collectables\, candles and more. Pick your own apples is in full swing and will be available every day through September. No admission charge. Find more info here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/craft-vendor-fair-and-flea-market/
LOCATION:Bashista Orchards\, 160 East Street\, Southampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170908T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170908T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170627T153814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T153814Z
UID:24043-1504891800-1504895400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Herbalism in the Pioneer Valley: Hannah Jacobson-Hardy of Sweet Birch Herbals
DESCRIPTION:This unique series offers a window into herbalism from some of the foremost practitioners\, teachers\, growers\, and product makers in our area – join us for this very special opportunity! \nAre you interested in herbalism? Did you know that the greater Pioneer Valley region is one of the nation’s richest resources for quality herbal health care\, education\, services and products? \nCome sit for an hour in the newly finished stone amphitheater and stunning medicinal garden outside Hungry Ghost Bread\, surrounded by the beauty and grace of hundreds of medicinal plants. \nSweet Birch Herbals \nThis series and the medicinal garden & amphitheater is presented by Local Harmony\, a local non-profit dedicated to growing gardens\, the environment and community through cultivation and stewardship.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/herbalism-in-the-pioneer-valley-hannah-jacobson-hardy-of-sweet-birch-herbals/
LOCATION:Hungry Ghost Bread\, 62 State Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170906T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170720T143954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T131442Z
UID:24227-1504724400-1504731600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Rosie the Riveter Serves You Dinner: Local Women in Food with Belly of the Beast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hyper-local special dinner at the height of harvest! \nPartnering with CISA (Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture)\, Belly of the Beast celebrates local women in food with a special multi-course pop-up dinner featuring three local farms with women at the helm:\n• Caroline Pam (Kitchen Garden Farm\, Sunderland\, MA) – produce & herbs\n• Julia Coffey (Mycoterra Farm\, Westhampton\, MA) – mushrooms\n• Cris Coffin (Eden Pond Farm\, Bernardston\, MA) – chickens\nCaroline\, Julia and Cris will join us at this multi-course family meal to discuss their farming experiences. \n______\nALSO beverages provided by local women-owned businesses.\nBantam Cider (Somerville\, MA)\, Iconica Social Club (Northampton\, MA)\, and Harmony Springs (Ludlow\, MA). \nCider and soft drink pairing can be included for an additional $16.\nReservations required\, only 33 seats available :: beast bucks + gift certificates not redeemable for this special event\nTo reserve a seat click here! \nFor a preview of the menu\, CLICK HERE!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/local-women-in-food-dinner-with-belly-of-the-beast/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170906T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170906T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170808T150025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170808T150025Z
UID:24501-1504713600-1504720800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wednesdays with FoodLove! at Red Fire Farm
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make the most of your CSA share this season! \nJoin us Wednesday\, Sept. 6 at the Granby farm stand one Wednesday a month where Tonianne from FoodLove! will help you find your food confidence. \nGet acquainted with some of FoodLove’s simple & easy base recipes that can be adapted to any veggies as the seasons change. Tonianne will be present with samples and ongoing demonstrations\, and she’ll be happy to answer any of your cooking questions. \nDates & Times:\nWednesday\, September 6\, 4-6pm\nWednesday\, October 4\, 2-4pm \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wednesdays-with-foodlove-at-red-fire-farm-2/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170720T143414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170728T140232Z
UID:24223-1504461600-1504468800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:"Staff Meal" at Bistro Les Gras
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with CISA Bistro Les Gras will be serving a muli-course dinner with a few of their favorite local farmers and producers featuring the lesser knowns of the our food world. In the spirit of a “Staff Meal”\, a meal that a restaurant would generally hold for their staff\, will be a menu full of the scraps and leftovers from our menu….but in a delicious way!! Chef Peter will be serving a wonderful meal dedicated to all those fantastic bits that you may be throwing out. Remember those turnips and carrots you bought last week from the market; where did all those wonderful greens go? Probably not into your breakfast. How about those tomato tops and pepper bits from the last time you grilled? Most likely not into a quick and fresh “bolognaise”. This fantastic dinner will be full of conversation and delicious eats\, so reserve your spot soon! \nCLICK HERE FOR MENU! \n6:00pm\nSunday\, September 3rd\n$50/person\n(reservations are required)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/staff-meal-at-bistro-les-gras-for-cisas-restaurant-campaign/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170721T164930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170828T184933Z
UID:24320-1503939600-1503950400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tastings and Pairings at Great Falls Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Falls Harvest in Turners Falls for an evening of mingling and sampling as they offer a variety of prepared dishes and value-added products to pair alongside some tasty local beverages. Get a chance to chat with some of the local farmers who supplied the ingredients for these exciting dishes as well as Chef Chris Menegoni who artfully prepared them for your enjoyment. This is a casual sampling showcase\, not a sit down dinner. \nFarmers and Producers being Featured: \nStoneman Brewery\nMount Warner Vineyards\nBotanica Bitters\nArtisan Beverage Cooperative\nUpinngil Farm\nFour Star Farms\nOld Friends Farm\nFrizzel Hill Farm\nDancing Bear Farm\n2nd Street Baking Company \nCost: $40\, includes all food samples and samples from Artisan Beverage Cooperative and Stoneman Brewery. Additional beverages can be purchased.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/value-added-showcase-and-pairing-at-great-falls-harvest/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170822T152946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T152946Z
UID:24746-1503835200-1503846000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Pickle Picnic!
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow fermentation enthusiasts\, pickle geeks\, and homebrewers at this year’s Pop up Pickle Picnic! \nWhere: On the Greenway by the Boston Public Market \nWhen: Sun 8/27 from 12pm – 3pm \nWhat: At the 2017 Boston Fermentation Festival you’ll have the opportunity to hang out on the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway with other fermenting enthusiasts and swap stories\, struggles\, starters\, and samples of homemade ferments. \nBring your starters and finished ferments to share! You will have the opportunity to chat with other picklers\, ask a professional fermenter\, participate in discussions\, and enjoy live entertainment! Pull up a blanket and join us! \n Schedule: \n12-1pm / Alex Lewin’s on hand for your homemade ferments Q&A! \n1-2pm / A Human Kombucha dramatization by our friends at Ferment Pittsburgh! \n2-3pm / Learn about home brewing with Boston Wort Homebrew Club! \nFree and open to all!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pop-up-pickle-picnic/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170822T145329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T145329Z
UID:24726-1503828000-1503842400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Low-Tech Winter Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 27th\, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM \nLaughing Dog Farm\, Gill\, MA \nThis is a practical\, inspiring\, hands-on primer on winter growing techniques (“keeping the light alive”) using cold-hardy cultivars\, aggressive timing\, propagational ingenuity and (high and low tunnel) “hoophouses”. \nThis class will focus on the practical details of cold weather horticulture\, including hoophouse construction and management\, winter crop selection\, compost making and soil building\, harvesting and processing tips. We’ll also demonstrate a homemade pipe (conduit) bender for making low-tunnel\, steel “hoops” and participants are invited to return to LDF at their convenience to bend their own. Class includes farm tour and snacks. Suggested donation\, $25-$35… RSVP please\, space limited.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/low-tech-winter-gardening/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170525T162258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T152126Z
UID:23624-1503770400-1503777600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm-to-Table Dinner at Red Fire Farm
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a special evening on the farm\, with a multi-course meal featuring specialty tomato varieties all throughout! Learn the flavors of some of our favorite tomatoes in the peak of their season. A perfect summery dinner to celebrate tomatoes\, created by the farm-to-table masters at Wheelhouse. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s the evening of our Tomato Festival\, so enjoy the day\, then stay for supper. Served outside in the fields\, weather permitting. Rain plan is in the big beautiful Granby barn. \nPre-order tickets now below to make sure to reserve places at the meal! \nDINNER MENU: \nStarters: \nBacon pate\, butterhead lettuce\, Brandywine tomatoes\, sourdough \nGrilled sourdough with ricotta\, tomato jam\, basil \nTomato-basil shrub \nSoup Course: \nGreen gazpacho with Green Zebra tomatoes\, cucumber\, watermelon \nSalad Course: \nYoung greens\, oven roasted Sungold cherry tomatoes\, tarragon\, pecorino\, flowers\, toasted quinoa\, tomato vinaigrette \nMain Course: \nSweet corn polenta with seared Paul Robeson tomatoes\, bruleed Maggie’s Round cheese\, crispy garbanzos\, herbs \nDessert Course: \nPound cake with tomato-nectarine compote and whipped cream \nCoffee & tea \nBYOB\nVegetarian\, Vegan and Gluten Free* options available\, please note your preferences at ticket purchase! Organic and locally-sourced ingredients for everything possible.\n*Dinner made in a facility that processes gluten-containing foods.\nDinner menu may change slightly based on crop availability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets purchased in advance HERE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-to-table-dinner-at-red-fire-farm/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170808T145518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170808T145518Z
UID:24495-1503748800-1503770400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:17th Annual Tomato Festival at Red Fire Farm
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, we have an unbelievable selection of amazing and often award-winning tomatoes for you to taste. \nIt’s a great day at the farm\, with everything from cooking demonstrations to live music to crafters and a smorgasbord of local fare from area producers. Come and visit the Granby farm! \nFestival open 12-6 PM. \nGUEST CHEFS & WORKSHOPS \nLIVE MUSIC \nKIDS ACTIVITIES\n\nTOMATO TASTING \nWATERMELON TASTING \nPICK YOUR OWN TOMATOES \nARTISAN & FOOD VENDORS \nFest Admission: $5.00 Adults\, Children under 8 are free. \nNEW THIS YEAR – THE TOMATO DINNER!\nA themed meal on the farm\, featuring the tomato in many forms\, for tomato lovers\, local food enthusiasts\, and diners of all kinds.\nSee the menu and pre-order tickets now online:\nhttp://www.redfirefarm.com/event/tomato-fest-dinner/\nGotta pre-order tickets now to reserve! \nFor more festival information\, please visit: http://www.redfirefarm.com/event/tomato_festival_2017/ or call 413-467-7645.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/17th-annual-tomato-festival-at-red-fire-farm/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170427T132856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T182526Z
UID:23329-1503741600-1503759600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Seed Saving Workshop at Nasami Farm
DESCRIPTION:Seed saving brings tremendous benefits to the willing gardener. Learn how seeds develop\, stay dormant\, and germinate. This hands-on workshop will cover harvesting\, cleaning\, and storing a wide spectrum of native seeds. Spend time in the field observing and collecting seeds\, then practice cleaning. Bring home the seeds you collect. Bring a lunch and dress appropriately for the field. \nSaturday\, August 26\, 2017\, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.\nLocation: Nasami Farm Nursery\, Whately\, MA\nProgram Code: HOR3205\nInstructor: Kate Stafford\nFee: $66 (Member) / $80 (Nonmember) \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/seed-saving-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170727T145618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170727T145618Z
UID:24387-1503736200-1503759600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New York Nut Growers Association Summer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The summer meeting of the New York Nut Growers Association will be held at the Finger Lakes Nut Farm of Marvin Russell\, 5287 Booth Hill Rd.\, Locke\, NY 13092\, on Saturday\, August 26\, from 8:30 to 3:00. The meeting is open to the public. \nWe’ll hear talks about the NYNGA English Walnut Project; highlights of the NAFEX/NNGA fruit and nut conference in Georgia; a comparison of the two species of commercial chestnuts grown in the US; the use of Cilus Plus\, a product that is based on a phosphate solubalizing bacterium that promotes plant growth; and the constituents of soil for nut growing. After a brief business meeting and lunch we will tour the chestnut and hazelnut plantings of Mr. Russell. \nPlease bring a chair. The registration fee is $18.00 and includes a light breakfast\, lunch\, and handouts. Please made checks payable to NYNGA and mail to Jim Darling\, NYNGA Treasurer\, 1300 Spring St. Ext\, Groton\, NY 13073-8711. For questions or concerns about the meeting\, contact Jerry Henkin\, NYNGA Vice Pres.\, sproutnut@aol.com\, (914) 282 – 1371. \nFor directions to the Finger Lakes Nut Farm\, see our website. \n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-york-nut-growers-association-summer-meeting/
LOCATION:Finger Lakes Nut Farm\, 5287 Booth Hill Rd\, Locke\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170817T151626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170817T151626Z
UID:24658-1503685800-1503694800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:"Life Ain't Fair" showing at the Academy of Music
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 200th Fair Celebration\, the Three County Fair has partnered with Digital Eyes Film Productions to produce a documentary film entitled “Life Ain’t Fair” – Short documentary produced by Digital Eyes Film about the Three County Fair (Northampton\, MA)\, America’s oldest continuing agricultural fair.  The film weaves the history of the fair with a portrait of contemporary agricultural life in the Pioneer Valley.  Narrated by Dennis Lee. \nFriday\, August 25\, 2017 at 6:30 pm\nDoors open at 6:00 pm \nReception and Cocktails at 5:30 \nWhere/ How Tickets Can be Purchased:\nAcademy of Music Box Office Open Tuesday- Friday 3:00PM-6:00PM\nCall: 413-584-9032 ext.105 (Service fees will apply with purchase)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/life-aint-fair-showing-at-the-academy-of-music/
LOCATION:Academy of Music\, 274 Main Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170627T152623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T152623Z
UID:24034-1503682200-1503685800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Herbalism in the Pioneer Valley: Vincent Frano of The Bower Studio
DESCRIPTION:This unique series offers a window into herbalism from some of the foremost practitioners\, teachers\, growers\, and product makers in our area – join us for this very special opportunity! \nAre you interested in herbalism? Did you know that the greater Pioneer Valley region is one of the nation’s richest resources for quality herbal health care\, education\, services and products? \nCome sit for an hour in the newly finished stone amphitheater and stunning medicinal garden outside Hungry Ghost Bread\, surrounded by the beauty and grace of hundreds of medicinal plants. \nThe Bower Studio \nThis series and the medicinal garden & amphitheater is presented by Local Harmony\, a local non-profit dedicated to growing gardens\, the environment and community through cultivation and stewardship.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/herbalism-in-the-pioneer-valley-vincent-frano-of-the-bower-studio/
LOCATION:Hungry Ghost Bread\, 62 State Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170824T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170822T150103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T150103Z
UID:24728-1503590400-1503594000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Compost Cooperative Q & A
DESCRIPTION:The Compost Cooperative\, a worker-owned and anti-racist co-op run by current and formerly incarcerated community members in downtown Greenfield\, is hosting their first public event next Thursday August 24th from 4-5pm upstairs in the community room at Greenfield’s Market. \n\n\n \n\n\nWe’d love to have as many members of the local food and business community show up in person to support these new entrepreneurs\, and to learn about their services and how they can contribute to sustaining our local economy and environment.  Snacks and refreshments will also be served!\n\n\n \n\n\nMany thanks for your time and support\, we look forward to seeing you then and there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/compost-cooperative-q-a/
LOCATION:Community Room at Greenfields Market\, 144 Main Street\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170822T151514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T151514Z
UID:24739-1503493200-1503500400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Community Food Projects grant program webinar
DESCRIPTION:August 23\, 1:00pm \nNew Entry Sustainable Farming Project offers training and technical assistance to applicants and potential applicants of the Community Food Projects grant program through USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The FY 2018 Request for Applications is anticipated to open this Fall\, and New Entry is here to answer your questions and connect you with resources to assist you in your application and project development processes. Click here for the CFP resources and assistance page. \nIf your organization is considering applying for a CFP grant\, or would like to learn more about CFP\, you are encouraged to attend this introductory webinar. You’ll be presented with the background of the grant program and discuss eligibility and types of projects\, program goals\, technical logistics and general timeline of the application process\, the importance of community engagement\, and the Indicators of Success for project evaluation. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/community-food-projects-grant-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170823
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170725T152433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170725T152433Z
UID:24343-1503360000-1503446399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:33rd Annual Massachusetts Tomato Contest
DESCRIPTION:The 33rd Annual Massachusetts Tomato Contest will be held in the KITCHEN at the Boston Public Market on Tuesday\, August 22nd. Tomatoes will be judged by a panel of experts on flavor\, firmness/slicing quality\, exterior color and shape. Always a lively and fun event\, the day is designed to increase awareness of locally grown produce. \nFarmers who want to submit entries can bring tomatoes to the market between 9:00 am and 10:45 am on August 22nd  or drop their entries off with a registration form to one of the drop off locations on August 21st.  Drop off locations include sites in Amherst\, Northboro and Waltham. These tomatoes will be brought in to Boston on Tuesday by a DAR staff member. \nFor the complete details\, including drop off locations\, contest criteria and a registration form\, click here. \nThe 33rd Annual Tomato Contest is sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, New England Vegetable and Berry Growers Association and Mass Farmers Markets in cooperation with the Boston Public Market and The Trustees.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/33rd-annual-massachusetts-tomato-contest/
LOCATION:The Kitchen at the Boston Public Market\, 6 Congress Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170820T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170525T161731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T182332Z
UID:23621-1503244800-1503255600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm-to-Table Dinner at Mountain View Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join The Food Bank for a unique open-air dining experience at Mountain View Farm\, nestled at the base of Mt. Tom in Easthampton.\nEvent Web Site: https://www.foodbankwma.org/events/farmtotable\n \nEnjoy one of the most picturesque views in all of western Massachusetts as you dine on a multi-course meal prepared by Wheelhouse Farm Truck and Catering\, using ingredients sourced from the certified organic farm. The intimate culinary event will feature a discussion about the role local farms play in feeding our neighbors in need throughout the region\, and their strong partnerships with The Food Bank. \nThe Food Bank is proud of its longstanding relationship with area farmers\, who partner with it to ensure that everyone has access to healthy food\, regardless of their circumstances. Last year\, one million of the ten million pounds we distributed was grown right here in the Pioneer Valley by 28 local farms. \nAll proceeds from the event will benefit The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Together\, with your support\, we can continue to cultivate these partnerships and put more fresh food on dinner tables across our region. \nSchedule \n4:00 PM – Arrive and gather.\n4:15 PM – Tour of Mountain View Farm.\n4:45 PM – Guests take their seats.\n5:00 PM – First course served and speaker.\n6:30 PM – Concludes formal part of event and guests gradually depart. \nMenu- TBD\n \nPlease let us know well in advance if you have any food allergies\, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.\nAttire \nOutdoor casual with comfortable shoes.\nRain Policy \nShould there be inclement weather\, we will choose whether to move dinner inside the barn or to reschedule. \n\nTickets purchased in advance HERE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-to-table-dinner-at-mountain/
LOCATION:Mountain View Farm\, 393 East Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170819T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170801T154038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T154038Z
UID:24433-1503142200-1503147600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Fieldtrip Workshop: Selling at Farmers Markets
DESCRIPTION:If you are farmer who is thinking about adding new marketing outlets to your farm’s line up\, come check out this workshop being offered by New Entry in partnership with Mass Farmers Markets and Mass Farm to School. Hope to see you there! \n\nCome out to a highly successful farmers market to hear from Jeff Cole of Mass Farmers Markets speak about how to gear up to sell at farmers markets\, including which permits are needed\, food safety issues\, fees and liability.  You will also hear from Kate Canney of the The Neighborhood Farm.  She will address how farmers markets fit into her farm’s overall marketing scheme\, what equipment and how much time is needed\, and how to best sell directly to customers. \nPlease RSVP to Molly at molly.dellaroman@tufts.edu. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 19\, 2017 \n\n\n11:30am – 1:00pm \nLocation: \n\n\n\nRoslindale Farmers Market  Adams Park\, Boston\, MA \n\n\n\nFREE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fieldtrip-workshop-selling-at-farmers-markets/
LOCATION:Roslindale Farmers Market\, 4236 Washington St\, Roslindale\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170818T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170818T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170627T152055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T153609Z
UID:24032-1503077400-1503081000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Herbalism in the Pioneer Valley: Tonya Lemos of Blazing Star Herbal School
DESCRIPTION:This unique series offers a window into herbalism from some of the foremost practitioners\, teachers\, growers\, and product makers in our area – join us for this very special opportunity! \nAre you interested in herbalism? Did you know that the greater Pioneer Valley region is one of the nation’s richest resources for quality herbal health care\, education\, services and products? \nCome sit for an hour in the newly finished stone amphitheater and stunning medicinal garden outside Hungry Ghost Bread\, surrounded by the beauty and grace of hundreds of medicinal plants. \nBlazing Star Herbal School \nThis series and the medicinal garden & amphitheater is presented by Local Harmony\, a local non-profit dedicated to growing gardens\, the environment and community through cultivation and stewardship.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/herbalism-in-the-pioneer-valley-tonya-lemos-of-blazing-star-herbal-school/
LOCATION:Hungry Ghost Bread\, 62 State Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170817T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170720T190154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170811T151839Z
UID:24284-1502989200-1503001800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Shared Harvest: Coming Together for Food & Justice
DESCRIPTION:Join Gardening the Community and Next Barn Over Farm for good farm food\, conversation\, dancing and bonfire! Hear about the GTC EATS! Farm Share\, a collaboration to open up healthy food access and build youth leadership in Springfield. \nLearn how you can support a more equitable food system that works for farmers and Springfield families. Come build bridges across the divides of our valley. We hope to see you there! \nAdmission is free; please rsvp here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/shared-harvest-coming-together-for-food-justice/
LOCATION:Next Barn Over Farm\, 15 Lawrence Plain Rd.\, Hadley\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170816T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170816T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170706T180035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170706T180035Z
UID:24100-1502911800-1502917200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Agroforestry: From Global Strategies to Wright-Locke Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wright-Locke Farm’s SPEAKER SERIES \nIn the spirit of inspiring and facilitating conversation in a time where it is crucial that we stay informed about the world around us\, Wright-Locke Farm invites you to our 2017 Speaker Series. Join us monthly in our beautiful 1827 Barn for an evening of discovery and discussion. Each presentation will begin at 7:30PM and allow for a follow-up Q & A session. Our Speaker Series is free and open to the public. We kindly ask you to RSVP by emailing kkneeland@wlfarm.org so we can save you a seat. \nWorking closely with the farm this past year\, principal and head designer at AppleSeed Permaculture LLC\, Connor Stedman\, M.S.\, will unveil the newly developed Master Plan for the pasture and forest lands of the Farm and share how agroforestry can benefit farms and communities throughout New England in the years to come. \nALSO: \nPlease join us for a tasty “Paper Plate” Supper at the farm before each event. Chef Mel Carden of for goodness sake foods will be dishing out her farm-inspired homestyle dinners at our Farm Stand starting at 6PM – please visit www.wlfarm.org/paper-plate/ for details on pricing and to reserve your meal.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/speaker-series-agroforestry-from-global-strategies-to-wright-locke-farm/
LOCATION:Wright-Locke Farm\, 78 Ridge St\, Winchester\, MA\, 01890\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170808T145812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170808T145812Z
UID:24499-1502892000-1502899200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wednesdays With FoodLove! at Red Fire Farm
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make the most of your CSA share this season! \nJoin us at the Granby farm stand one Wednesday a month where Tonianne from FoodLove! will help you find your food confidence. \nGet acquainted with some of FoodLove’s simple & easy base recipes that can be adapted to any veggies as the seasons change. Tonianne will be present with samples and ongoing demonstrations\, and she’ll be happy to answer any of your cooking questions.\n \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wednesdays-with-foodlove-at-red-fire-farm/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171124
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170327T191324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T182111Z
UID:22952-1502582400-1511481599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Art in the Orchard at Park Hill Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Art In the Orchard\, open all day from August 13 until Thanksgiving\, 2017\, is a walking sculpture trail which winds through their fruit gardens. The self-guided trail is about a half-mile long. A walk through the labyrinth adds about a quarter mile. This year’s exhibition is the fourth biennial which features all new works by sculptors as selected by their credentialed jury. \n-Please wear shoes and clothing appropriate for walking around farm fields and trails.\n-Well behaved and leashed dogs may come to the sculpture trail but please no dogs in the PYO fruit areas.\n-There is no charge for parking. \nTo clear up any confusion. You are allowed to make a voluntary donation to AiO at the trailhead. The sign suggests $5 per person or $20 per group or family. But your donation is voluntary and walking the sculpture trail is free. People who can should give more. The money is given to the artists as an honorarium and to cover their expenses.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/art-in-the-orchard-at-park-hills-orchard/
LOCATION:Park Hill Orchard\, 82 Park Hill Road\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170622T183347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170622T183347Z
UID:24000-1502542800-1502550000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cultured Dairy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Making dairy ferments at home is a delicious\, fun and cost-effective way to add probiotics to your diet\, and make lactose more digestable. In this hands-on class you will learn how to make yogurt\, kefir & a simple fresh cheese. Taste our homemade dairy ferments during class! \nCultured Dairy is part of a 3 session fermentation course. If you’re intrigued by fermentation\, but don’t know where to start\, this is the course for you! Participants are welcome to take one or all classes in the course. Save 15% when you sign up for all three! Add all three classes to your cart and use code FERMENT at checkout. \nFermenting Vegetables – sauerkraut\, kimchi\, pickles\nCultured Dairy – yogurt\, kefir\, farmer’s cheese\nProbiotic Beverages – kombucha\, water kefir\, fermented soda\nTaught by Melody\, Co-Founder of Revival. \nHeld at Cultivate & Bloom \n20 Hampton Court\, Suite 160\, Northampton\, MA
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cultured-dairy-workshop/
LOCATION:Cultivate & Bloom\, 20 Hampton Court\, Suite 160\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014904
CREATED:20170810T163759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170810T163759Z
UID:24569-1502532000-1502542800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New Barn Open House and Farm Tours at Belden Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come visit Belden Farm on Saturday and tour our new robot barn\, meet the cows\, scope out the site of our new methane digester project\, and even see our goat herd. \nTours depart every thirty minutes.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-barn-open-house-and-farm-tours-at-belden-farm/
LOCATION:Luther Belden Farm\, 9 Depot Rd\, Hatfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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