"Intro to Becoming Ginseng Dealer" is the first of a virtual two-part series for those interested in obtaining a ginseng dealer license. Part one is a standalone course but is also a prerequisite to “The Foundations of Becoming a Ginseng Dealer”. Here is the course outline: -History of American Ginseng -Harvesting, washing & drying techniques
Community Events Calendar
ASAP offers a free calendar for community members to post local food and farm events. These events are user-submitted and event details should be confirmed with the host.
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Saturday, March 14th, 2026 | 10am | Choose Your Price: $30 – $5 Discover spring ephemerals—enchanting wildflowers that herald the arrival of spring in the Appalachians. Led by local herbalist Patricia Kyritsi Howell, you'll learn to identify these delicate beauties, understand their life cycles, and explore their traditional herbal uses. This presentation-style class in our |
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Thursday March 19th 1pm-4pm 180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander, NC 28701 Are you looking for the perfect farm property but not sure how to create the best plan for your land? Join us for an introduction to planning and layout of land for small-scale farming with a focus on climate-resilient design. Our case study for |
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Welcome the return of light, warmth, and new beginnings with a special Spring Equinox Yoga class set among the living beauty our garden nursery. Surrounded by budding plants and fresh spring energy, we’ll gather to honor the seasonal shift toward growth, balance, and renewal. This gentle, all-levels class will focus on opening the body, awakening |
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1 event,Get ready to roll into the world of food trucks and learn the secrets of success at Road Ready: Food Truck Fundamentals! Ready to put your food truck dreams in gear? On March 25th and 26th you’ll have two full days with the experts who can help you get real and get on the road |
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Growing your own food in the mountains is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It’s also one of the most humbling. Katie of 3 Barn Farm gets that, and she’s here to make the learning process a whole lot easier. This hands-on class covers what actually works at our elevation and in |
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**This is part of a 3-part Spring Gardening Series at the Peace Gardens** Class 1: Garden Design, Planning, and Prep This class will cover the fundamentals of garden planning, including setting priorities, making observations, designing garden layouts, budgeting, and implementing succession planting. Participants will gain insights into selecting what to grow, including perennials and atypical
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Transform wool into whimsical butterflies with your own hands! Spring is the perfect time to explore the art of needle felting, and what better subject than butterflies? In this hands-on beginner workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of needle felting as you create up to five unique felt butterflies to create a whimsical and beautiful mobile. |