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SUMMARY:North Carolina Crunch
DESCRIPTION:Join schools\, child care centers\, and organizations across North Carolina in celebrating National Farm to School Month by crunching into a locally locally grown fruit or vegetable. The 2023 NC Crunch will take place on Wednesday\, October 18th! Register today and get your Crunch planning underway! Participants of all ages are invited to crunch with us. \nNC Crunch promotes healthy eating and supports farm to school and other local food purchasing initiatives throughout the state. It’s also a fun way to connect food and agriculture to all kinds of classroom curricula – from science to art.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/north-carolina-crunch/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T160000
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SUMMARY:Farm to Fork in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Piedmont Culinary Guild (PCG) and the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) are excited to once again team up for a celebration of local food and drink. Farm to Fork in the Garden features many of the Charlotte area’s best-known farmers and chefs paired together to create delicious bite-sized dishes highlighting the bounty of the season. The Picnic also features local food artisans and beverage producers\, plus live music and fun activities for the whole family. \nThe Farm to Fork Picnic is not just delicious\, it is also a fundraiser for agriculture and food system training programs at the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) and farmer grants at Piedmont Culinary Guild.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/farm-to-fork-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden\, 6500 South New Hope Road\, Belmont\, NC\, 28012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T180000
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SUMMARY:Rooted in Compassion: A Benefit for Elderflower Care Community
DESCRIPTION:Come for an unforgettable evening on the farm with live music\, food\, silent auction\, raffles\, laughter\, dancing\, and fun on Franny’s Farm—all to raise money for Elderflower Care Community. Tickets include food & drinks. Food trucks include Pasta & Prana\, Sweet Potato Tooth\, and Sam’s Pop Shop. Early Bird tickets ($60) are available until September 9th.  Advanced Tickets ($90) are available until September 22nd. \nElderflower Care Community is an up-and-coming assisted living facility that will be in Western North Carolina. Elderflower will be home to elders needing long-term care who place a high value on their independence\, friendships\, healthy lifestyle\, and medical care. Our mission is to enrich the aging experience by providing opportunities for active\, engaged\, and purposed living. This benefits not just our residents\, but also their families\, our staff\, and the greater community. Find out more at elderflowercommunity.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/rooted-in-compassion-a-benefit-for-elderflower-care-community/
LOCATION:Franny’s Farm\, 22 Frannys Farm Rd.\, Leicester\, NC\, 28748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T180000
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SUMMARY:Southside Pig Roast + Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Southside Community Farm is in urgent need of funding to support our farmers\, our markets\, and our free fridge program. Your donations help us sustain vital community resources—and\, until Sept. 16\, they can get you a ticket to our Pig Roast and enter you in a raffle to win prizes from local artists and businesses!\n\nThank you to Warren Wilson College for donating the pig!\n\nCurrent list of raffle prizes:\n\n\n$75 gift certificate to Neon Moon Salon\nBlack Earth Wisdom by Leah Penniman + $50 Firestorm giftcard\nButterfly Summer 12″ x 16″ art print + Farmer Froggy vinyl sticker by Revenciel\nMixing bowl from East Fork Pottery ($160 value)\n1 hour massage session from Ben Gordon Body Work\nCeramic piece from Slouch\n\n\nThank you to our prize donors!\nNeon Moon Salon\, Firestorm Coop\, Clarky AKA Revenciel\, Ben Gordon Body Work
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/southside-pig-roast-raffle/
LOCATION:Arthur R. Edington Education and Career Center\, 133 Livingston St.\, Ashville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T213000
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SUMMARY:Shiloh Community Association Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Shiloh Community Association Legacy Gala! This in-person event will be held at the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Asheville – Biltmore\, located on Hendersonville Road in beautiful Asheville\, NC\, USA. \nGet ready to mingle\, and have a blast with fellow neighbors and community members. Our gala promises an evening filled with fun\, laughter\, and great memories. Dress to impress and get ready to enjoy delicious food\, refreshing drinks\, and fantastic entertainment. To benefit the vision of the Shiloh Community Resource Center. \nMake sure to mark your calendars for this incredible event\, plus others happening this week. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/shiloh-community-association-gala/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel\, 115 Hendersonville Road\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T180000
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SUMMARY:HarvestFest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Olivette’s Riverside Park on Sunday\, August 27th for our second annual HarvestFest\, presented by Olivette Community and Chatt Hills Music. Join us in celebrating farmers\, community\, and music while raising funds for ASAP’s Double SNAP for Fruits & Vegetables.  Doors open at 3pm with family games and activities. BareFoot Movement will kick off the bluegrass beats at 4pm. Tickets are $25 (kids are free). \nIn honor of our local farmers and all they do to sustain our community\, all farmers and their families will have free entry to the event. There will also be a VIF section (Very Important Farmers) that will pamper our farmers during the busy harvest season. \nAll ticket proceeds go towards the ASAP Double SNAP for Fruits and Vegetables program. Thanks to the generous support of Wicked Weed and Vidl Wine\, all proceeds from the beer and wine sales will also benefit Double SNAP.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/harvestfest/
LOCATION:Olivette Riverside Park\, 1069 Olivette Rd.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T133000
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SUMMARY:Trial to Table - Summer Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Our Summer Celebration will focus on all the flavors of summer! We’ll have okra and tomatoes and southern peas and all sorts of experimental summer greens. Expect something creative and delicious. \nTicket price includes two small plates from each chef (8 plates total) a popsicle from Sam’s Pop Shop and a drink ticket. We’ll also be running a Utopian Seed Project tasting table to show off some of these ingredients in their pure form. A note on pricing transparency: we want these events to be as accessible as possible and so have a flexible pricing policy\, if you’re able to pay more than $50 then great\, if you can’t then that’s great to. A note on pricing transparency: we want these events to be as accessible as possible and so have a flexible pricing policy\, if you’re able to pay more than $50 then great\, if you can’t then that’s great to.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/trial-to-table-summer-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T190000
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SUMMARY:Farm to Fork Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Farm to Fork is Coming Back to the Triangle! \nHeld in the Triangle for more than 15 years\, the Farm to Fork Picnic is a showcase of North Carolina chefs\, artisans\, and farmers paired together to create sips and nibbles of the region’s best flavors and seasonal ingredients! \nGrab your friends and family\, a blanket\, and some lawn chairs\, and join us for a delightful summer picnic. Chefs will team up with a farmer or artisan to create small bites at tasting stations throughout the beautiful grounds of Fearrington Village. \nBuy tickets here: www.FarmtoForkNC.com \nStarted in 2007\, this event is a celebration of our local food community and the people who work so hard to bring delicious local foods to our plates year-round. \nNet proceeds from the Picnic benefit the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS)’ agriculture and food system training programs. Our community will benefit from an improved local food system and better access to healthy\, local food. \nThank you and we hope to see you at Farm to Fork!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/farm-to-fork-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T193000
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SUMMARY:9th Annual EmpTea Bowls
DESCRIPTION:Our 9th Annual EmpTea Bowls…Tea Party in the Garden on Saturday\, June 3\, 2023\, from 4:00-7:30 PM This is our annual non-profit fundraiser in support of the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden located at 99 White Pine Drive\, Black Mountain\, NC 28711 These funds go to help support our Interns that work with the Garden Manager and providing Community Educational Programs. Come join us for a fun evening in the garden providing Herbal Teas and Delicious Foods\, select a piece of locally made pottery with the purchase of your ticket ($25 – ages 15 and over\, $10 – 14-4\, Free ages 3 and under)\, Live Music\, Silent Auction & Raffle Baskets\, Garden Tours and Children’s Activities.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/9th-annual-emptea-bowls/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Recreation Park\, Recreation Park Drive\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T133000
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SUMMARY:Chicken Processing Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Wild East Farm is a small regenerative farm focused on pastured livestock and perennial foods. We are inviting volunteers to participating in processing meat chickens here at the farm on May 27 at 8:30am. We expect to wrap up by 1:30pm. \nWe take every effort to process our animals efficiently\, safely\, and with respect for the animal. We move at a brisk pace to ensure minimal stress on the animals. Volunteers need to be prepared to abide by those principles and participate in any part of the process while working with the team. Our goal is that you become comfortable and confident in the process\, build skills\, and learn a lot while you are here! \nWe will provide refreshments (snacks and drinks) and volunteers can head home with a whole chicken. Our chickens are rotated daily on pasture and fed 100% organic feed. \nVolunteers will be asked to sign a liability waiver upon arrival. \nRegistration required. Follow this link to learn more and register.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/chicken-processing-volunteer-opportunity/
LOCATION:Wild East Farm\, 370 Wilkerson Way\, Marion\, NC\, 28752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T160000
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SUMMARY:Trial to Table - Spring Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Our Trial to Table events are a chance for us to showcase crops and varieties from our farm trials via the talented hands of local chefs. We challenge our chefs to be inspired by our farm trials and to be creative with their dishes. The food is always delicious and our hope is that you experience something new and begin to rethink what our regional food system can offer. \nOur Spring Celebration will focus on root flours and alternative seed flours. We grow achira\, yacon\, cassava\, ube\, yam\, sweet potato\, turmeric\, ginger\, arrowroot and more. All these tropical roots make great flours so we are bringing together bakers and pastry chefs to show off these crops! Expect something creative and delicious. \nTicket price includes two small plates from each chef (8 plates total). We’ll also be running a Utopian Seed Project tasting table to show off some of these ingredients in their pure form. A note on pricing transparency: we want these events to be as accessible as possible and so have a flexible pricing policy\, if you’re able to pay more than $50 then great\, if you can’t then that’s great to.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/trial-to-table-spring-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T160000
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CREATED:20230214T171314Z
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SUMMARY:Lavender Transplant Volunteer Work Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a volunteer work weekend at our new farm and community in Sandymush\, NC — Spiral Mountain. \nSpiral Mountain is a 34-acre farm with five cabins. We envision people living in community together here and growing much of our own food\, including both annual vegetables and permaculture perennials. We also envision growing lots of native plants\, whether edible\, medicinal\, or just beautiful. And\, of course\, we envision growing a field of English lavender. \nDuring this work weekend\, we will transplant several hundred five-year-old lavender plants into the field at Spiral Mountain. \nIf you are interested in being involved with the goings-on at Spiral Mountain in some capacity\, this work weekend would be a great opportunity for everyone to get to know each other. We invite you to join us\, whether it’s just for a day\, for several days and nights\, or for the whole weekend. \nWe have roughly 12 beds we can offer volunteers in cabins with electricity\, plumbing\, kitchens\, and bathrooms. These cabins are fancy (by my standards). If you’d like a bed\, please say so when you RSPV. We’ll reserve beds for people on a first come first serve basis. Volunteers are also welcome to camp on the land if you’d prefer. \nAlso\, we’ll feed you! Three square meals a day. (If you’d like to bring your own snacks or other foodstuffs to share\, please do. I always like to bring my own snacks. I get it.) \n*Please be aware that Spiral Mountain has lots of bugs\, bees\, ticks\, dogs\, goats\, sheep\, cows\, horses\, ducks\, chickens\, turkeys\, pigs\, etc.\, either on site or nearby. We also have a no-chemical policy — even for bees. Which means there are bees nests that we simply respect. If this doesn’t work for you\, then volunteering here probably isn’t a good fit. \nThank you\, friends! I look forward to seeing you on Spiral Mountain! \nDirections: Spiral Mountain is at the very end of Randall Cove Rd. in Leicester\, NC. We’re not on google maps\, yet. The road is a small\, twisty dirt road. Keep going until you think you must have surely gone too far\, and then keep going some more. Once you turn onto Surrett Cove Rd.\, follow the signs for “Randall Glen” up the hill. Randall Glen is our closest neighbor (and they are on Google maps)\, but they are not affiliated with Spiral Mountain. You’ll pass through Randall Glen to get here\, and sometimes\, you’ll need to navigate through the farm animals (including Pyrenees dogs) carefully. If you get lost along the way\, many of us do not have cell service on the mountaintop\, but you can try calling Puma at 336-977-1679. Thank y’all! We can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/lavender-transplant-volunteer-work-weekend/
LOCATION:Spiral Mountain\, 96 Randall Cove Rd\, Leicester\, NC\, 28748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T120000
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CREATED:20230228T184457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T184457Z
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SUMMARY:Savory Hub Naturalist Series: Birding at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Farm and surrounding forest with birder and farmer Noah Poulos to spot the various species of birds that can be found in WNC.\nEdge habitat birding\, learn how planned grazing benefits the local avian population.\nWe will be hiking in uneven and sometimes steep terrain\, so please wear sturdy shoes and be dressed for the weather.\nAttendees will break for an included biscuit brunch* from butcher Brian’s kitchen\, as birding is hungry work. When attending classes\, you will receive a 5% discount in the Farm Store & Butchery! \nCost: $25/person\, 2 pack for $40\, biscuit brunch is included.\n*If you have dietary restrictions\, please reach out to Megan.auten@hickorynutgap.com and we can accommodate.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/savory-hub-naturalist-series-birding-at-the-farm/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T000000
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CREATED:20221215T151124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T151124Z
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SUMMARY:30th Annual Spring Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Registration is NOW OPEN for our 30th Annual Spring Conference\, taking place February 24th-26th at Mars Hill University.\nYou’re in for a fun-filled weekend of learning and community building. This year we have 15 different Tracks on subjects such as: Cooking\, Food Justice\, Farming Business + Production\, Herbs\, Mushrooms\, Forest Farming\, Gardening\, Holistic Forestry\, Livestock & Poultry\, Living on the Land\, Permaculture\, Pests & Pollinators\, Soils\, and Sustainable Living! \nFor each Track subject\, there are 4 different classes to choose from taught by expert educators. There will also be 8 half-day workshops to choose from if you want to dive deep into subjects like Fermentation\, Spirulina Cultivation\, Invasive Vine Basketry\, and more! \nHead to our website to view the full Spring Conference schedule and register today! >> https://organicgrowersschool.org/conferences/spring/ \nOur new sliding scale pricing allows participants to access the price that meets their financial needs. Check out our blog for more info on Sliding Scale here >> http://bit.ly/3OSDE1z
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/30th-annual-spring-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Mars Hill University\, 100 Athletic Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 28754
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221012T182218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182218Z
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SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Market featuring favorite community craft vendors\, baked goods\, local products and late fall produce.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/hendersonville-farmers-market-holiday-market-2/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Farmers Market\, 650 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221012T182331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182331Z
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SUMMARY:Flat Rock Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Local craft items will be for sale during the holiday market\, plus\, james and jellies\, prepared foods\, baked goods\, natural body-care products\, and late fall crops.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/flat-rock-farmers-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Flat Rock Farmers Market\, 2720 Greenville Hwy.\, Flat Rock\, NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221012T182406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182406Z
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SUMMARY:Mills River Farm Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Market featuring community craft vendors\, late fall produce and local products.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/mills-river-farm-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Mills River Farmers Market\, Highway 280\, Mills River\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221012T182205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182205Z
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SUMMARY:Hendersonville Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Market featuring favorite community craft vendors\, baked goods\, local products and late fall produce.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/hendersonville-farmers-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Farmers Market\, 650 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221110T153635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T141127Z
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SUMMARY:WNC Medicinal Herb Growers: Grower/Buyer Social
DESCRIPTION:The annual Grower/Buyer Social event on November 15th from 2-6 p.m. is a celebration of our diverse community of makers and producers. After a break during the pandemic\, we welcome you back to an in-person gathering in Mills River\, NC. Join us for an afternoon of networking with fellow growers\, wholesale buyers and other professionals working with medicinal herbs. Cost: $12\nThere’s still time to register! Register on Eventbrite
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/wnc-medicinal-herb-growers-grower-buyer-social/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221012T182011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T182011Z
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SUMMARY:Etowah Lions Club Farmers Market Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our indoor holiday market on Saturday\, Nov. 12.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/etowah-lions-club-farmers-market-holiday-market/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20221014T151248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T135633Z
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SUMMARY:An Appalachian Grown Harvest
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Nov. 11\, 5 to 8:30 p.m.\nWHERE: Yesterday’s Spaces\, 305 Sluder Branch Road\, Leicester\, NC \nJoin us for a one-of-a-kind meal prepared by some of the area’s best chefs\, all sourced from local farms! ASAP has been creating connections between our region’s farmers\, restaurants\, and community for more than 20 years. We are celebrating the milestone anniversary of the organization and the end of the harvest season by coming together at the table to share An Appalachian Grown Harvest. Reserve your tickets here. \nFeaturing chefs Melinda Aponte (YWCA)\, Kelsianne Bebout (BeeBowBakes)\, Matt Caudle (Cúrate) William Dissen (The Market Place)\, Luis Martinez (Tequio Foods)\, Eric Morris (Cultura)\, and Jen Pearson (Guadalupe Cafe).
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/an-appalachian-grown-harvest/
LOCATION:Yesterdays Spaces\, 305 Sluder Branch Road\, Leicester\, NC\, 28748\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220706T180522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T191753Z
UID:28534-1666180800-1666180800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2022 NC Crunch
DESCRIPTION:This October\, join schools\, child care centers\, and organizations across North Carolina in celebrating National Farm to School Month by crunching into a locally grown apple. The 2022 NC Crunch will take place on Wednesday\, October 19th! Register today and get your Crunch planning underway! Participants of all ages are invited to crunch with us \nNC Crunch promotes healthy eating and supports farm to school and other local food purchasing initiatives throughout the state. It’s also a fun way to connect food and agriculture to all kinds of classroom curricula – from science to art. \nClick here to register for the 2022 Crunch! \nYou will receive an email with a link to download the 2022 Crunch Guide upon submission of the form. \nPLEASE NOTE: The registration form is a Google Doc. If you cannot access it\, please contact the Growing Minds team at (828) 236-1282 to sign up. \nWe can’t wait to Crunch with all of you this year!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2022-nc-crunch/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220915T180702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T180702Z
UID:29064-1665327600-1665342000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:OG-REGEN Growers Pizza Night
DESCRIPTION:Are you an organic or regenerative grower south of Asheville? Do you aspire to grow plants in this way? Come gather with us at Living Web Farms for a fun afternoon of connection and inspiration with a community of like-minded folk. New moon- Sunday October 9th 3pm-7pm. RSVP to to laura.collins@gaiaherbs.com . Spaces will be limited to 40 folks.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/og-regen-growers-pizza-night/
LOCATION:Living Web Farms\, 176 Kimzey Rd\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220922T145432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T175636Z
UID:29103-1664035200-1664056800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Berry Jam 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join Raspberry Fields for an evening of food\, music and fun! $25 admission gets you dinner\, beverages\, and dessert. Vegetarian options also available. Proceeds go to the Double SNAP food program for the Hendersonville Farmers Market. \nDouble SNAP is a nutrition incentive program that makes it more affordable for community members who participate in SNAP to buy fresh\, local food from Hendersonville Farmers Market. The idea behind doubling SNAP dollars at the market is that the incentives will attract more low-income shoppers and allow their grocery dollars to stretch further while simultaneously boosting local food producers’ income. In 2021\, the Double SNAP program created $26\,870 in\nSNAP transactions at Hendersonville Farmers Market\, translating to $26\,870 in the pockets of our local food\nproducers and the same amount in fresh\, local food going into the pantries of our low-income residents.\nFood producers at the market reported that 15 percent of their revenue came directly from SNAP in 2021.\nUltimately this program helps keep taxpayer dollars in the community\, promoting a resilient local economy and food system. \n 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/berry-jam-2022/
LOCATION:Raspberry Fields\, 370 Lindsey Loop Rd\, Fletcher\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220914T150406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T152425Z
UID:29055-1663772400-1663783200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Equinox Celebration + Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with all your favorite market vendors\, plus enjoy special events:\nEnjoy live apple cider pressing by Fairview Fermentory! Cups of fresh cider will be available for purchase\, with $1 of each cup going directly to support the RAD Market.\nShop our new RAD Farmers Market merch: t-shirts & tote bags!\nPurchase tickets for a change to win a gift basket loaded with $150+ in local products.\nParticipate in a yoga class by Burning Sage Yoga from 4-5pm (sliding scale\, $5-15)
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/autumn-equinox-celebration-fundraiser/
LOCATION:River Arts District Farmers Market\, 289 Lyman St\, Asheville\, NC\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220818T161438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T025743Z
UID:28881-1662825600-1662832800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Painting Class on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come spend some time on the farm\, hanging out with some of our Scottish Highland cows and learning to paint! No experience is necessary. You will be guided step by step by one of the talented artists from Monet & Chardonnay. Everyone will receive a prepared canvas and all painting materials at the start of the class. Feel free to bring your own beverages or snacks to enjoy while painting. The event will take place inside the barn\, but you are free to wonder around the fields and spend time with the cows before and after the event. Cost of the event is $125.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/painting-class-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Happy Hens & Highland Farm\, Burnsville\, NC\, 28714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220805T184712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T184712Z
UID:28806-1662573600-1662584400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Chestnut x Crow Fly Farms Whole Hog Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:We are having our first annual Whole Hog & Wine Dinner on Wednesday\, September 7th\, 2022! Chestnut has partnered with Crow Fly Farms\, a Western North Carolina farm that raises Red Wattle hogs\, Galloway cattle & Katahdins sheep\, to bring you a special dining experience! Our Executive Chef Brian Crow explains a little about why we chose them –\n“We wanted to do a whole hog dinner with an up and coming farmer and felt like Crow Fly Farms was the perfect fit for us and we share many of the same values. Doing things the right way isn’t always the easiest way but CFF is continuing to build a solid reputation on sustainable farming practices done the right way. We’re very excited to work with them and look forward to showcasing a five course dinner paired with wine around their heritage breed red wattle hog”. \nOur Chefs have created 5 courses\, all using the same Hog provided by Crow Fly Farms!\n1st Course – Chef Noah Buchanan – Charcuterie Board\n2nd Course – Chef Ashley Helms – Bourbon Glazed Pork Belly\n3rd Course – Chef Brian Crow – Carnitas 3 Ways\n4th Course – Chef Matthew Dorough – Fennel Dusted Porchetta\n5th Course – Chef Mallory Foster – Grilled Pork Pound Cake \nFor more information about each course\, Crow Fly Farms\, or to reserve your tickets please visit https://www.westmorelandscully.com/event/crow-fly-farms-whole-pig-dinner/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/chestnut-x-crow-fly-farms-whole-hog-wine-dinner/
LOCATION:Chestnut\, 48 Biltmore Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220826T145252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T145252Z
UID:28925-1662228000-1662238800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:September Barn Dance - Zydeco Ya Ya
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to kick off your shoes and dance in the Big Barn here at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in gorgeous Fairview\, NC! Come out from 6pm-9pm to see Zydeco Ya Ya\, a powerhouse band from the Piedmont area of the Carolinas and Georgia that play high energy that high energy Louisiana sound of Zydeco. \nWhat goes better with high stepping\, blaring accordion\, the rhythm of a washboard and a cold brew better than some fabulous Southern food? We’ll have Root Down Farm‘s food truck\, headed by Ben Holt out of Yancey County slinging some farm to table fare featuring all the local and seasonal delights the area’s got to offer. \nHickory Nut Gap will have a bar serving local beers\, ciders\, seltzers and non-alcoholic beverages to slake your thirst between jigs. We cannot wait to dust off our good boots and dance again with y’all. \nPARKING: Please park in the lower parking lot\, reserve the upper lot for limited mobility and handicapped customers and attendees. \nADMISSION: \n4 years and under free! \n5 years and older $8/each \nFamily Pack of 4 for $28 total \nWe will have a will-call list at the Admission Cabana\, the purchaser will be the name on the ticket. If you buy multiple tickets or a Family Pack\, the tickets will be under the same name. Please check in together if possible!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/september-barn-dance-zydeco-ya-ya/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220715T191622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T191622Z
UID:28585-1660384800-1660420800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Growing Faith Farms Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an action-packed day with outdoor activities including: axe throwing\, corn hole\, a bouncy house for the kids\, petting zoo\, craft vendors\, food and live entertainment. Our sunflower field should be in full bloom as well as several of our other cut flowers. For a nominal fee you\ncan cut your own bouquet and bring it home. \nLive Music \n11:00 a.m. Backstreet \n2:00 p.m. Bryan Osborne and the Ashe Mountain Boys \n5:00 p.m. Nite Company \nFood Trucks include:\nDixie Donuts\nSoul to Bowl\nBJs Fry Shack\nAngry Troll Brewing
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/growing-faith-farms-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Growing Faith Farms\, Russell Gap Rd.\, Moravian Falls\, NC\, 28654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T012251
CREATED:20220720T184050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T184113Z
UID:28676-1658570400-1658584800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Old Fort Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:This new farmers market will take place every Saturday from 10am – 2pm at 611 Bat Cave Rd. Old Fort\, NC 28762 during the market season. There are multiple farms with fresh and local herbs\, produce\, eggs\, and honey. Along with a plant nursery and local crafts people to share their goods. Each week\, there’s a musical-jam area where local talent (beginner or expert) can come to play with others and build community.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/old-fort-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Old Fort Farm Stand\, 611 Bat Cave Rd.\, Old Fort\, NC\, 28762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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