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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:20171202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171202T220000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
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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:20171203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
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:20171204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
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,CISA Workshops for Businesses,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171208
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
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;VALUE=DATE:20171205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171208
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20170907T195727Z
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;TZID=America/Halifax:20171205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171205T130000
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CREATED:20170928T202930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170928T202930Z
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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;TZID=America/Halifax:20171205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20170906T211228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171018T153125Z
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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:20171206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171206T123000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171016T183346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171016T183346Z
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SUMMARY:Dairy Tours & Overnight Farm Stays
DESCRIPTION:Experience agritourism at some of Vermont’s premiere destinations. Whether you are new to agritourism or have years of experience\, you are invited to join farmers as well as agricultural\, tourism\, and insurance professionals for farm tours and discussion about what works and what doesn’t. Topics will include safety\, liability\, marketing\, and more. Resources and follow-up technical assistance will be available. \nMore information is available at the University of Vermont Extension website listed below. \nWorkshop 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (optional lunch 12:30-1:30 p.m.)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/dairy-tours-overnight-farm-stays/
LOCATION:Liberty Hill Farms\, 511 Liberty Hill\, Rochester\, VT\, 05767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171108T214152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171108T214328Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Cannabis On The Farm
DESCRIPTION:Cost: (Includes Lunch)\nNOFA Member – $51General Public – $60\n* Add $5 for walk-in registration on day of event \n\nIn 2018 Cannabis will enter the Massachusetts marketplace and\, according to some estimates\, it’s poised to become a $1.1 billion industry within just a few years\, making it the most profitable crop in Massachusetts. As with local craft beer and food\, there will be a lot of consumers interested in accessing high-quality craft cannabis grown by local farmers in a sustainable way. \nThis interactive workshop and networking event is for growers who are interested in cultivating Cannabis using organic methods on their land for this new market. We’ll cover all the basics to get you started on your path toward cultivating cannabis either on your own as part of a cooperative. \nTopics covered will include: \n\n\nCultivation- \n\n\nGrowing high-quality cannabis using organic methods \n\n\nHow to modify high tunnels and greenhouses specifically for Cannabis \n\n\nSourcing seeds and clones \n\n\nIntegrating Cannabis into a diversified farm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Cannabis Cultivation Law and Regulations \n\n\nMedical landscape versus recreational landscape – what is different \n\n\nLicensing \n\n\nTesting process and standards \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCraft Cannabis Cultivation Cooperatives (CCCC) \n\n\nWhat is an agricultural cooperative? Why might it be a good fit for you and your farm? \n\n\nHow to form or join a CCCC \n\n\n\n\nIn between talks and panel discussions featuring growers and industry experts\, you’ll have a lot of time to meet other growers\, meet people who are actively recruiting farmers for their Cannabis cooperative\, and enjoy a catered lunch. We’ll conclude the day with a giveaway of Cannabis seeds and plants to get you started on your cultivation path! \nRegister Online Now or Mail In This Registration Form \nMore Info \nFor information on our refund and inclement weather policy\, click here. \nFor questions contact Dan Bensonoff\, education events organizer\, at dan@nofamass.org or 860-716-5122
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/growing-cannabis-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:The Nacul Center\, 592 Main Street\, Amherst\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171211T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171108T224553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T172917Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer/Buyer Meet & Greet: How to Use Market Research to Guide Business Decisions
DESCRIPTION:4:30-6:00pm (Presentation) – 6:00-7:30 (Networking) \nMyrna Greenfield\, “top egg” of Good Egg Marketing\, will be leading a workshop as part of this CISA’s fall networking event. Whether you’re trying to figure out if there’s enough demand for your products\, if there’s a gap you can fill\, what your customers care about or who your competitors are\, resources you can use to guide your business decisions. Please join us after the workshop for an opportunity to network and mingle with buyers in the marketplace and producers alike! Refreshments will be provided. \nPlease RSVP by December 6th to Aja Talarico at 413-665-7100\, ext. 24 or aja@buylocalfood.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmerbuyer-meet-greet-how-to-use-market-research-to-guide-business-decisions/
LOCATION:Northampton Brewery\, 11 Brewster Court\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171129T182438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171129T182438Z
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SUMMARY:Great Falls Apple Corps Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are a group of people taking action to care for public places in downtown Turners Falls…\nand to plant fruit trees and berry bushes around town. \nOver the Winter\, we will be hosting a discussion group on Social Ecology and Local Action. \nPlease spread the word about our next meeting\, and come if you’re called. \nWe’ve had 2 events so far: \nCider Pressing – Oct 14 \nUnity Park Community Garden Fall Clean Up – Nov 18 \nThey were both a blast\, with friends and a bunch of new faces! \nWe’re starting to make connections with the Great Falls Discovery Center\, Montague Parks & Rec\, the Skate Park\, RiverCulture\, Shade Tree Commission\, and the Board of Selectmen.  We’re excited to be co-creating fun community events and growing local resiliency. \n(I will be away at a meditation until Dec 10\, so please contact greatfallsapplecorps@gmail.com for location and details.)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/great-falls-apple-corps-meeting/
LOCATION:Turners Falls\, Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171127T181006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171127T181006Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Employment Law 101
DESCRIPTION:Join presenter Mary O’Neal\, Partner at Conn Kavanaugh and employment law expert\, for a workshop that will provide an overview of key employment issues that farmers need to know. From apprenticeships to agricultural minimum wage\, the workshop will cover key topics that come up on the farm and provide attendees with an agricultural employment law handbook. It will also include case studies that provide an opportunity to apply the topics to real situations.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-employment-law-101/
LOCATION:Moot Court room\, UMass Dartmouth\, 285 Old Westport Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171127T183929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171127T183929Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Sustainable Business of the Year Awards
DESCRIPTION:On December 14\, 2017\, the Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts (SBN) will host the 16th Annual Winter Gala at Arts at the Armory\, 191 Highland Avenue\, Somerville\, MA. SBN will be presenting the Third Annual Sustainable Business of the Year awards to recognize the commitment of businesses to building a more sustainable\, local and fair economy. \nSBN is pleased to announce the following award recipients: \n\nEqual Exchange – Mid-Sized Business\, Eastern Massachusetts\nPreserve – Seasoned Small Business\, Eastern Massachusetts\nBon Me – Budding Small Business\, Eastern Massachusetts\nPeoplesBank – Mid-Sized Business\, Western Massachusetts\nReal Pickles – Small Business\, Western Massachusetts\n\nEqual Exchange – Mid-Sized Business\, Eastern Massachusetts \nEqual Exchange’s mission is to build long-term trade partnerships that are economically just and environmentally sound\, to foster mutually beneficial relationships between farmers and consumers and to demonstrate\, through their success\, the contribution of worker co-operatives and Fair Trade to a more equitable\, democratic and sustainable world. SBN Executive Director Laury Hammel stated: “Equal Exchange is a pioneering venture that has had a worldwide impact from so many important angles: Fair Trade\, worker-ownership\, and the triple bottom line. The original vision of the three founders has continued to thrive over the years and it has evolved in magical ways that ultimately have resulted in making a positive difference in communities all around the world and teaching sustainable businesses profound lessons.” \nPreserve – Seasoned Small Business\, Eastern Massachusetts \nPreserve\, a certified B Corporation\, is the leading maker of performance driven and stylish 100% recycled household products. Preserve is powered by the recycling efforts of individuals and companies collecting #5 plastic—such as yogurt cups and other common household containers—via Preserve’s Gimme 5 program. The Gimme 5 program collects and transforms #5 plastics into new Preserve products. All recycling and manufacturing is done in the USA. \nTheir mission is to help reduce the harm caused by the industrial age by demonstrating that consumer products can be both fabulous and lighter on the earth. \nBon Me – Budding Small Business\, Eastern Massachusetts  \nBon Me is run by Boston-bred duo Patrick Lynch and Ali Fong. The business was born in 2010 when the two decided to enter the City of Boston’s Food Truck Contest on a whim and surprised themselves by winning. Their cuisine is both accessible and accommodating. Bon Me uses high quality products and seeks to perfect recipes to serve unique and flavorful meals every day with as many made from scratch ingredients as possible. Additionally\, 90% of their packaging is compostable and in 2015\, they diverted 132 cubic yards of food from the landfill. Bon Me has also joined the fight for $15 movement\, provides food service skill training\, and over 50% of their management is comprised of women! \nPeoplesBank – Mid-Size Business\, Western Massachusetts \nThrough their commitment and actions to support environmental sustainability\, PeoplesBank believes that they can make the region a healthier place to live\, work and raise a family. PeoplesBank started financing sustainable energy several years ago by helping Holyoke Gas & Electric replace its hydroelectric generators\, a sustainable energy source that actually provides electric power for three of their offices. PeoplesBank opened its third LEED® Gold-certified office in Northampton this 2013. Their LEED® Silver-certified office in Springfield opened in 2010 and was awarded the city of Springfield’s GreenSeal because of its innovation and that it was the first building of that type in the city. Their LEED® Gold-certified office in West Springfield opened in 2011 and was the first green building in that community. \nReal Pickles – Small Business\, Western Massachusetts \nReal Pickles is committed to promoting human and ecological health by providing people with delicious\, nourishing food and by working toward a regional\, organic food system. The company purchases all of their vegetables and herbs and spices from family farms in the Northeast\, primarily from 8 organic farms located within 40 miles from Real Pickles. In 2013\, Real Pickles became a worker co-operative to keep the business small\, locally-owned\, and mission driven. They are committed to being rooted in their community and staying true to the strong social mission on which they were founded. \nSBN’s Winter Gala will also feature a silent auction\, live music\, a catered dinner from Basil Tree Catering\, local beverages from Devils Purse Brewing Company and others and networking with others committed to creating a local\, green and fair economy. \nTickets are $70.00 and discounts are available for SBN members\, students and groups. Learn more and purchase tickets at www.sbnmass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-sustainable-business-of-the-year-awards/
LOCATION:The Center for Arts at the Armory\, 191 Highland Ave\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171216
DTSTAMP:20260519T212814
CREATED:20171204T202931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171204T202931Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop Presenters Wanted for ORGANICONN - CT NOFA's 36th Annual Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you or someone you know a talented presenter? See below and pass the word! \nOr want to vend and/or exhibit at the big event on March 10? To be a vendor – CLICK HERE! \nGREAT WORKSHOP PRESENTERS WANTED for “ORGANICONN” – our 36th Annual CT NOFA Winter Conference on March 10\, 2018 at Western Connecticut State University\, Danbury\, CT. * The snow date is Sunday\, March 11\, 2018 in the event of inclement weather and the university closes. \nDo you have …. an important lesson to share with local Farmers\, Organic Food Fans\, Homeowners\, Gardeners\, or Young People? If so\, apply to be a Presenter at the Winter Conference! \nWHAT YOU GET: Besides a great experience and a chance to teach others\, presenters also get: \n\nfree admission for all the other workshops & the Keynote presentation\na great lunch!\n$50 (or a year membership with CT NOFA).\nOr you can donate your presenter fee to our scholarship fund for those who want to come but have limited funds.\n\nThis is a special gathering of organic farmers\, gardeners\, landscapers\, organic food fans\, community leaders\, and families who are interested in learning more about organic ways and living! Workshops sessions are 60 minutes long and you can use a Slideshow/PowerPoint presentation (optional but recommended). \nThis year\, our “Audience Tracks” circle around: Organic Enthusiasts & Organic Professionals and therefore\, workshops may likely fall into these audience groups: \n\nProfessional Farmers/Growers\nProfessional Landscapers\nBackyard/Home Growers & Gardeners\nOrganic Consumers/Shopper\nFood Activists & Community Leaders\nYouth: the next generation of leaders and eaters!\n\nSome examples of topics are below but these are only ideas – it is up to you. So give it a thought and apply ASAP (or by Friday\, Dec 15 at the latest)!  \nPLEASE USE THE LINK TO SUBMIT THE INFORMATION BELOW:\n– Presenter Contact Information and Title of Workshop\n– 50 word description of the presentation and topics to be discussed\n– 50 word biography / about the presenter \nDEADLINE: December 15th\, 2017. Your presentation will be reviewed by CT NOFA and a final response will be sent to the applicant by January 15\, 2018 if not sooner. Of course\, the submission of a proposal is not a guarantee of its acceptance but will be considered carefully to suit our audiences with the workshop sessions available. \nPRESENTER APPLICATION: https://ctnofa.wufoo.com/forms/m1vsmx870fz0ulf/ \nQuestions? Email us: winterconference@ctnofa.org or call the office.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-presenters-wanted-for-organiconn-ct-nofas-36th-annual-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Western CT State University\, Midtown Campus\, Danbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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