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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T180000
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SUMMARY:2026 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program\, application timeline\, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org \nAlthough not required\, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and potentially prepare a stronger application.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2026-wnc-agoptions-information-session-4/
LOCATION:Swain County Cooperative Extension Center\, 60 Almond School Rd\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T200000
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SUMMARY:2026 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program\, application timeline\, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org \nAlthough not required\, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and potentially prepare a stronger application.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2026-wnc-agoptions-information-session-3/
LOCATION:Macon County Cooperative Extension Center\, 193 Thomas Heights Rd.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T172109Z
UID:35840-1756137600-1756144800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2026 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program\, application timeline\, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org \nAlthough not required\, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and potentially prepare a stronger application.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2026-wnc-agoptions-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Konehete Park Meeting Room\, 699 Connaheeta Street\, Murphy\, NC\, 28906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20250812T183721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T183721Z
UID:35973-1755802800-1755806400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Journeyperson Info Session with OGS
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, online info session and farmer panel on Wednesday\, August 21st from 7–8pm (ET) to learn more about the Journeyperson Program from the Organic Growers School! This session is your chance to hear directly from program graduates as they share how Journeyperson supported their growth\, shaped their farming journey\, and helped them build successful\, sustainable farm businesses. Whether you’re considering applying or simply curious\, come with your questions and get an inside look at the impact of this transformative program.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/journeyperson-info-session-with-ogs/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20250812T183636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T183636Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Beginnings Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, August 19\, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm with Delia Jovel Dubon from Tierra Fertil Cooperativa\, a Farm Beginnings® graduate and current Journeyperson student\, who will share her farm journey.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/farm-beginnings-info-session/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20250723T172033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T172033Z
UID:35839-1754415000-1754422200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2026 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program\, application timeline\, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org \nAlthough not required\, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and potentially prepare a stronger application.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2026-wnc-agoptions-information-session/
LOCATION:Cleveland County Extension Center\, 130 S. Post Rd\, Suite 1\, Shelby\, NC\, 28152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T130000
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CREATED:20250731T144344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T144344Z
UID:35894-1753963200-1753966800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Local Lab Kickoff (Greater Asheville)
DESCRIPTION:Urban Manufacturing Alliance (UMA) is thrilled to announce we are launching a Local Lab in greater Asheville\, NC focused on supporting food and beverage manufacturers in the region! \nJuly through December 2025\, UMA will organize and lead a community engagement process to generate recommendations for strategies and actions to help start\, scale\, and sustain food and beverage manufacturers in the region. Take a peek at the attached project overview for more details. \nYou are invited to the kickoff event on Thursday\, July 31st from 12:00-1:00pm ET\, via Zoom. For more info and to RSVP\, see the Eventbrite listing: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asheville-local-lab-kickoff-tickets-1492387283539?aff=oddtdtcreator \nThis event is open to anyone in the greater Asheville\, NC area that owns\, operates\, or works in a food or beverage making and manufacturing business. We also welcome anyone that supports and champions these local enterprises and entrepreneurs. Please feel free to share the invitation with others who may be interested. \nWe hope to see you at 12:00pm ET on July 31st for the kickoff!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/local-lab-kickoff-greater-asheville/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T130000
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CREATED:20250702T191547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T191547Z
UID:35580-1753347600-1753362000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Oak Hill Community Farm Incubator Program Open House
DESCRIPTION:Looking to grow your farm business? Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina (FCNC) is hosting an open house for its Oak Hill Community Farm Incubator Program at Oak Hill Community Park and Forest in Morganton\, NC. The open house will be a chance for farmers interested in the program to tour the farm\, meet our mentor farmers (Lee’s One Fortune Farm) and FCNC staff\, and see all that the program has to offer. If you’re a farmer with a new or growing farm business who would benefit from access to land\, equipment\, and mentorship\, please stop by the open house\, and visit our website for more information!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/oak-hill-community-farm-incubator-program-open-house/
LOCATION:Oak Hill Community Park and Forest\, 820 NC-126\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour,Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T193000
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CREATED:20250723T172543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T172543Z
UID:35847-1752082200-1752089400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2026 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:AgOptions staff are holding informational meetings throughout August and September to discuss the 2026 WNC AgOptions grant program\, application timeline\, and answer questions. Dates and locations for all of the meetings are posted on the AgOptions website: https://wncagoptions.org \nAlthough not required\, attendance does provide helpful information and gives applicants the opportunity to ask questions and potentially prepare a stronger application.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2026-wnc-agoptions-information-session-9/
LOCATION:Tractor Food and Farms\, 54 Ferguson Hill Rd\, Burnsville\, NC\, 28714
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20250531T190217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T190217Z
UID:35413-1750098600-1750105800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Mad Co. Food Coalition
DESCRIPTION:We’re striving to build a stronger local food network in Madison County— and you’re invited to help shape it. \nOur mission is to create a thriving\, resilient\, and connected food system through supporting: \nLocal Food Access and Food Education for all \nLocal Entrepreneurship \nCommunity connection and collaboration \nWe are building our own chapter in Spring Creek\, but our Spring Creek chapter is just one part of this county-wide movement. We would love to hear your voices from across the county and also share what we have organized as we learn together! \nCome learn what we’re working on\, share a meal\, and explore how your community can start a food coalition chapter or plug in to what we have accomplished so far. \nEveryone is welcome — especially farmers\, food workers\, home growers\, elders\, youth\, and anyone who eats.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/mad-co-food-coalition/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Community Center\, 13075 NC 209 Hwy\, Hot Springs\, NC\, 28743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20250425T192328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T192328Z
UID:35231-1746007200-1746012600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Native Pollinators @ Reems Creek Nursery
DESCRIPTION:Meet our Local Pollinators! This presentation is designed for adults of the general public and assumes no prior knowledge of pollinators. You’ll learn about pollination and pollinators overall\, as well as the most common pollinators in Western North Carolina. These topics are followed by a discussion of conservation concerns and simple steps you can take to help pollinators. The session wraps up with the fascinating concept of pollination syndromes and how you can use them to participate in pollinator conservation. Time permitting\, we will also explore what pollinators are visiting our pollinator garden.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-native-pollinators-reems-creek-nursery/
LOCATION:Reems Creek Nursery & Landscaping\, 70 Monticello Road\, Weaverville\, NC\, 28787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20241230T155612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T155612Z
UID:34354-1735905600-1735909200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Helene Recovery Assistance Initiative: Contractor Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend The Informational Session?\nIndividual farmers who have familiarity with FSA\, NRCS\, and other USDA programs\nFood system practitioners and nonprofit organizations who can assist farmers with FSA\, NRCS\, and USDA applications \nThe informational session will provide details on How the Recovery Assistance Initiative will work to provide technical assistance to 400 farmers in the impacted counties: Alexander\, Alleghany\, Ashe\, Avery\, Buncombe\, Burke\, Caldwell\, Catawba\, Clay\, Cleveland\, Gaston\, Haywood\, Henderson\, Jackson\, Lincoln\, Macon\, Madison\, McDowell\, Mecklenburg\, Mitchell\, Polk\, Rutherford\, Swain\, Transylvania\, Watauga\, Wilkes\, and Yancey Counties\, as well as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. \nThis is an ideal opportunity for farmer-farmer support and mentorship.\nPlease join us to learn more! See event website here.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/helene-recovery-assistance-initiative-contractor-informational-session/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T173356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173356Z
UID:33603-1727719200-1727724600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-8/
LOCATION:Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center\, 252 Poplar Grove Road\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173302Z
UID:33602-1726682400-1726687800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-7/
LOCATION:Burke County Agricultural Center\, 130 Ammons Drive\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T173151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173151Z
UID:33601-1726502400-1726507800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-6/
LOCATION:Haywood County Co-operative Extension\, 589 Raccoon Rd\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T172932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172932Z
UID:33600-1726164000-1726169400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-5/
LOCATION:Swain County Cooperative Extension Center\, 60 Almond School Rd\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T172835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172835Z
UID:33599-1726077600-1726083000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025. Please register at http://go.ncsu.edu/agoptions.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-4/
LOCATION:Cherokee County Center\, 699 Conaheeta St.\, Murphy\, NC\, 28906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T172209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173017Z
UID:33597-1725984000-1725991200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Cleveland County Extension Center\, 130 S. Post Rd\, Suite 1\, Shelby\, NC\, 28152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T172436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172436Z
UID:33598-1725472800-1725478200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-3/
LOCATION:Macon County Cooperative Extension Center\, 193 Thomas Heights Rd.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240725T172050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172050Z
UID:33596-1725379200-1725388200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20231005T173134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T173134Z
UID:31907-1713016800-1713020400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is designed for adults of the general public and assumes no prior knowledge of pollinators. You’ll learn about pollination and pollinators overall\, as well as the most common pollinators in Western North Carolina. These topics are followed by a discussion of conservation concerns and simple steps you can take to help pollinators. The session wraps up with the fascinating concept of pollination syndromes and how you can use them to participate in pollinator conservation.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-pollinators-4/
LOCATION:Leicester Public Library\, 1561 Alexander Rd\, Leicester\, NC\, 28748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20240215T203429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T203429Z
UID:32619-1710266400-1710273600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Using REAP Grants to Fund Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina Cooperative Extension of Chatham County is conducting a webinar on March 12 for farmers interested in renewable energy and energy efficiency projects (and getting grants to help fund them!). \nREAP the Benefits of Energy Improvements on Your Farm: Using REAP Grants to Fund Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements \nMarch 12\, 2024\n6:00-8:00 p.m. \nWe have a great panel of speakers to talk about the REAP program\, how it can benefit your farm\, how energy efficiency audits help save energy\, renewable energy projects on the farm\, how to get REAP funding application support\, tax incentives for energy improvements\, and successful on-farm REAP energy projects. \nVisit Cooperative Extension’s Growing Small Farms website for a detailed agenda\, speaker bios\, and a link to register for this FREE webinar.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/using-reap-grants-to-fund-renewable-energy-systems-and-energy-efficiency-improvements/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20231005T173023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T173023Z
UID:31906-1709663400-1709667000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is designed for adults of the general public and assumes no prior knowledge of pollinators. You’ll learn about pollination and pollinators overall\, as well as the most common pollinators in Western North Carolina. These topics are followed by a discussion of conservation concerns and simple steps you can take to help pollinators. The session wraps up with the fascinating concept of pollination syndromes and how you can use them to participate in pollinator conservation.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-pollinators-3/
LOCATION:West Asheville Public Library\, 942 Haywood Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20231005T173006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T173006Z
UID:31905-1707577200-1707580800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is designed for adults of the general public and assumes no prior knowledge of pollinators. You’ll learn about pollination and pollinators overall\, as well as the most common pollinators in Western North Carolina. These topics are followed by a discussion of conservation concerns and simple steps you can take to help pollinators. The session wraps up with the fascinating concept of pollination syndromes and how you can use them to participate in pollinator conservation.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-pollinators-2/
LOCATION:Swannanoa Public Library\, 101 W. Charleston Street\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20231005T172948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T172948Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is designed for adults of the general public and assumes no prior knowledge of pollinators. You’ll learn about pollination and pollinators overall\, as well as the most common pollinators in Western North Carolina. These topics are followed by a discussion of conservation concerns and simple steps you can take to help pollinators. The session wraps up with the fascinating concept of pollination syndromes and how you can use them to participate in pollinator conservation.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-pollinators/
LOCATION:Fairview Public Library – Meeting Room\, 1 Taylor Road\, Fairview\, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20231019T174330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T174330Z
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SUMMARY:WNC Food Waste Solutions Summit
DESCRIPTION:Did you know food waste is the third largest contributor to climate change? Participants can learn more about this and a wide range of topics including business opportunities\, and compost solutions at the WNC Food Waste Solutions Summit. The Summit\, is a regional gathering aimed at disrupting food waste issues facing our communities\, expanding our networks\, and inspiring dynamic solutions to a pervasive problem.\nThis year’s Summit will bring together local businesses\, organizations\, educational institutions\, community leaders\, and interested individuals to expand conversations and deepen collaborations that have emerged since the 2017 Summit. The event will kick off with opening remarks by N.C. Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser and will wrap up with a networking gathering at Devil’s Foot Beverage Co.’s The Mule taproom.\nOther presenters and panelists include Harvard Food Law and Policy Clinic\, Natural Resources Defense Council\, Biltmore Estate\, 12 Baskets\, Food Connection\, DirtCraft Living Soils\, Compost Now\, UNC Asheville\, Bounty & Soul\, and more.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/wnc-food-waste-solutions-summit/
LOCATION:A-B Tech Conference Center\, 16 Fernihurst Dr.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20230809T174940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T174940Z
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SUMMARY:WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited and encouraged to attend an informational meeting about the WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers in 2024. Representatives from the WNC AgOptions program will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2024 application time line\, and answer questions.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/wnc-agoptions-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center\, 252 Poplar Grove Road\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20230809T174924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T174924Z
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SUMMARY:WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited and encouraged to attend an informational meeting about the WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers in 2024. Representatives from the WNC AgOptions program will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2024 application time line\, and answer questions.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/wnc-agoptions-information-session/
LOCATION:Burke County Agricultural Center\, 130 Ammons Drive\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20230802T210842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175023Z
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SUMMARY:WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited and encouraged to attend an informational meeting about the WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers in 2024. Representatives from the WNC AgOptions program will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2024 application time line\, and answer questions.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/wnc-agoptions-information-session-4/
LOCATION:Swain County Cooperative Extension Center\, 60 Almond School Rd\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202514
CREATED:20230802T210715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175030Z
UID:31619-1695052800-1695058200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited and encouraged to attend an informational meeting about the WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers in 2024. Representatives from the WNC AgOptions program will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2024 application time line\, and answer questions.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/wnc-agoptions-information-session-5/
LOCATION:Haywood County Co-operative Extension\, 589 Raccoon Rd\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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