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SUMMARY:Give Back Night at Buxton Hall BBQ
DESCRIPTION:On June 20\, 10 percent of dinner sales at Buxton Hall BBQ will be donated to ASAP. Bring your friends and family and join us in supporting local farms and restaurants!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/give-back-night-at-buxton-hall-bbq/
LOCATION:Buxton Hall BBQ\, 32 Banks Ave.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
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SUMMARY:Good Fields: An Appalachian Food and Farms Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 150th Year of Shipley Farms on Saturday\, June 24th at the inaugural Good Fields Appalachian Food & Farms Festival. \nExperience a variety of dishes using Shipley Farms meats and all the flavors of the High Country prepared by leading chefs and restaurants from across the region. \nChef lineup: \n\nSteven Goff (Tastee Diner\, Asheville)\, 2019 NC Chef of the Year\nAndres Prussing\, CEC (Golden Owl Tavern\, Charlotte)\nAndy Long (Over Yonder\, Valle Crucis)\nAshley Boyd (300 East\, Charlotte)\nBrandon Staton (Leah and Louise\, Charlotte)\n“Chefophus” Cleo Hethington (Tastemade\, Asheville/Miami)\nDaniel Wheeler (Culinary Instructor\, CCCTI\, Charlotte/Hudson/Boone)\nJamie Davis (The Hackney\, Washington)\nPreeti Waas (Cheeni Indian Food Emporium\, Raleigh)\nSam Ratchford (Vidalia\, Boone)\nSera Cuni (Cafe Root Cellar\, Chapel Hill)\n\nThe festival will also feature storytelling\, sunset around the firepit\, and a book signing by Evan Peter Smith\, author of “Here By The Owl”\, the story of Shipley Farms patriarch R.G. Shipley\, from his days of top secret research in World War II\, through his entrepreneurial ventures at age 101. Hear live bluegrass music from Nick Chandler and Delivered. \nTicketholders will have access to the Pasture\, with complementary food and beverage tastings from all participating chefs. \nThe event benefits nonprofit partners that support farm businesses and local food\, including ASAP\, Center for Environmental Farming Systems\, Watauga High School chapter of Future Farmers of America\, and Piedmont Culinary Guild.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/good-fields-an-appalachian-food-and-farms-festival/
LOCATION:Shipley Farm\, 1699 Linville Creek Road\, Vilas\, NC\, 28692\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230702T143000
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SUMMARY:Chicken Processing Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:We are inviting volunteers to help process chickens here at Wild East Farm on July 2nd at 8:30am. It typically takes approximately 5-6 hours to complete the batch (150 birds)\, but the exact timing will depend on the number of volunteers and everyone’s pace. \nThe process begins with live chickens and ends with cleaned whole birds in the refrigerator. \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 provide refreshments (snacks and drinks) and volunteers can head home with a whole chicken\, ready to cook. 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.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/chicken-processing-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Wild East Farm\, 370 Wilkerson Way\, Marion\, NC\, 28752\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230707T180856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T182432Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Garden Tour & Tasting with Bountiful Cities
DESCRIPTION:The second annual Urban Garden Tour and Tasting with Bountiful Cities is FREE and open to everyone! \nYou can purchase Tasting Tickets for $40 and register below. \nPurchase RAFFLE Tickets in advance HERE. \n\nLocal food producing gardens will open their gates for visitors!\nGuest can take part in educational activities\, and tours.\nThere is no cost to visit the gardens and everyone is welcome – please leave your furry friends at home though!\nLocal chefs will be preparing small bites for sampling for visitors with a tasting ticket.\nLocal (nonalcoholic) drinks will be available.\nProceeds will support urban food security and the gardens on the tour.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/urban-garden-tour-tasting-with-bountiful-cities/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230629T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T195114Z
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SUMMARY:Save and Seal the Summer
DESCRIPTION:Join the WNC Farmers Market on July 22nd\, 9 am-4 pm\, to save and seal the summer harvest and enjoy it all year long. Learn preserving techniques from community experts and farmers at the brand new WNC FoodWorks Kitchen on the WNC Farmers Market\, 570 Brevard Road\, Asheville. Space is limited – sign up for your free ticket today!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/save-and-seal-the-summer/
LOCATION:WNC Farmers Market\, 570 Brevard Road\, Asheville\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230713T155939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T155939Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Tour of the NC State Hop Yard-New Varieties
DESCRIPTION:Come see the progress being made in breeding new hop varieties for the Southeast. Join our breeder\, Dr. Luping Qu\, in the hop yard where he will describe his hop breeding program and compare his new lines with popular commercial varieties. \nHop yields are low in North Carolina because commercially available varieties were bred for northern latitudes. To make hop production economically feasible for North Carolina farmers\, we need varieties that produce high yields of good quality hops. \nThis event is open to anyone interested in hops\, but with an emphasis on growers\, brewers\, and other users of locally grown hops. This event will take place rain or shine. \nSponsorships are available (contact Margaret_Bloomquist@ncsu.edu). \nAttendance is free\, but please pre-register. \nFor more information on our Research and Extension Program visit our website www.NCHerb.org \nDonate to our program: https://newcropsorganics.ces.ncsu.edu/funding-and-support/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/morning-tour-of-the-nc-state-hop-yard-new-varieties/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230730T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230721T180935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T180935Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Farming Tour
DESCRIPTION:Integrating Trees and Grazing Livestock in a Silvopasture System \nJoin Noah and Lyric for a tour of Wild East Farm\, where they have recently established ~12 acres of crop tree plantings designed for pasturing livestock throughout. Learn about the fundamentals of silvopasture and experience firsthand how to plan for longterm tree regeneration and intensive livestock management. Representatives from Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI) will share a presentation on funding/cost sharing opportunities for forest farming projects in our region.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/forest-farming-tour/
LOCATION:Wild East Farm\, 370 Wilkerson Way\, Marion\, NC\, 28752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T164500
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230713T160003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T160003Z
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SUMMARY:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center Field Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:Please make plans to join us for the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center Field Day 2023 on the afternoon of Thursday\, August 10th for a special opportunity to see a showcase of all of our research areas here at MHCREC. We are delighted to provide an opportunity for guests to see additional programs alongside the traditional tomato field day program. \nYou will have the opportunity to choose any 2 of the 3 available routes that might be of interest to you: \nRoute 1: Tomatoes and Vegetables (traditional program that features our tomato breeders\, entomology\, food safety and plant pathology)\nRoute 2: Apples (pathology\, entomology\, physiology\, and more!)\nRoute 3: Specialty Crops (including new and emerging crops like hemp\, as well as our breeding program that focuses on new nursery and landscape crops) \nPlease note a couple important changes from previous Field Days: \nThere will not be any pre-registration\, so attendees will register on site upon arrival\, starting at 12:30pm.\nThere won’t be a large sit-down meal this year as we’ve had in years past. \nFor more information about Field Day 2023 or sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Jessica Stepp Edney at Jessica_Edney@ncsu.edu or 828-654-8590.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/mountain-horticultural-crops-research-and-extension-center-field-day-2023/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230802T152309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T152309Z
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SUMMARY:Etowah Lions Farmers Market Tomato Festival
DESCRIPTION:We will be featuring the wonderful world of tomatoes at our market. There will be wonderful tomato sandwiches for the taking. Craig LeHoullier “NC Tomato Man” will be on hand with a variety of tomatoes for tasting and he will also answer your tomato questions. There will be raffles with wonderful goods and produce from our market.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/etowah-lions-farmers-market-tomato-festival/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T143000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230721T181001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T181001Z
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SUMMARY:2023 ASAP Agritourism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join agricultural\, marketing and business professionals at the 2023 ASAP Agritourism Workshop\, hosted in partnership with Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture! Whether it be farm tours\, events\, U-pick or other agritourism activities\, connect with other farmers and professionals in the region to learn more about challenges and opportunities\, legal and insurance considerations\, and strategies for improving and expanding your farm business’s agritourism offerings. \nSpeakers: David Smiley from ASAP\, Bill Durr from Ward & Smith\, P.A.\, Natalie Winters from Johnson Insurance\, and a farm tour & agritourism discussion from Lyric Antio of Wild East Farm.  \nThis workshop will be held August 17th\, from 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM at Wild East Farm. It will be $15 per individual participant\, $25 for two farm partners\, and $35 for three farm partners to attend. Registration includes a locally sourced lunch!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-asap-agritourism-workshop/
LOCATION:Wild East Farm\, 370 Wilkerson Way\, Marion\, NC\, 28752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230714T191353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T191353Z
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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/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230809T175004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175004Z
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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-3/
LOCATION:Konehete Park Meeting Room\, 699 Connaheeta Street\, Murphy\, NC\, 28906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230727T185903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T154047Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230802T205558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175047Z
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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-7/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T213000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230825T200825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T200825Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230802T205745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T151528Z
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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-8/
LOCATION:Cleveland County Extension Center\, 130 S. Post Rd\, Suite 1\, Shelby\, NC\, 28152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230825T145317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T145317Z
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SUMMARY:Putting Food By & Other Revolutionary Acts
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to our Autumn Retreat at Spiral Mountain — Putting Food By and Other Revolutionary Acts. Join us to learn about autumn canning\, preserving apples\, mead-making\, fermentations\, making herbal vinegars\, root cellars and primitive storage\, and growing lavender in Appalachia. This is a ticketed event\, but we will be offering scholarships and work trade arrangements. email spiralmountainfarm@gmail.com with resume and letter on why you’d like to participate!\nThis event will be held at Spiral Mountain\, 231 Randall Glenn Cove\, Leicester\, NC 28748.\nTickets available at https://spiralmountainfarm.com/events/event-one-8b5dh
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/putting-food-by-other-revolutionary-acts/
LOCATION:Spiral Mountain\, 96 Randall Cove Rd\, Leicester\, NC\, 28748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230809T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175155Z
UID:31658-1694712600-1694719800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Fermentation Class with Fermenti
DESCRIPTION:Fermentation Class and Tasting benefitting Bountiful Cities! \nThursday September 14th 5:30-7:30 \nat the Pearson Garden \nJoin Meg Chamberlin founder of Fermenti for a demonstration and hands on class designed to introduce you to the basic principles of fermentation for the home\, hobby farmer/gardener\, and foodie alike! Participants will be provided with a kit and supplies to start a basic vegetable ferment that will be completed at home. Meg will cover everything from salt curing fruits\, honey ferments\, basic fermentation principals\, and creative recipe ideas\, plus problem-solving techniques\, and planning your garden with intention to ferment will all be discussed. The two basic types of vegetable fermentation\, self-brining like sauerkraut and kimchi as well as\, brined vegetables like pickles will be covered. You will walk away with a jar and knowledge to keep the process going. You will also have ferment recipe ideas\, culinary applications of fermented foods\, and a secure understanding of how fermentation will cut your food waste\, reduce food budget\, and increase your nutritional value. \nWe will provide light snacks including ferments to taste. Space is limited – register today! \nFor more info about Fermenti visit their website: \nhttps://fermenti.biz/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fermentation-class-with-fermenti/
LOCATION:Pearson Garden in Montford\, 408 Pearson Dr\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230802T210537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175038Z
UID:31618-1694714400-1694721600@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-6/
LOCATION:Avery Community Center at Heritage Park\, 661 Vale Rd.\, Newland\, NC\, 28657\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230809T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T183627Z
UID:31677-1694876400-1694887200@asapconnections.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230825T172658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T172658Z
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SUMMARY:Sterile Mushroom Lab Techniques
DESCRIPTION:From Spore to Spawn\nImagine being able to find a wild mushroom then use its spores to create your own spawn.\n\nLearning sterile lab techniques allows you to select genetics that are optimized to your bioregion and never have to buy spawn again. You can grow whatever mushrooms you want.\n\n>> Access to Chris’s 35 years of experience growing and working with mushrooms\n>> Tour of our mushroom cultivation lab\, spawn and grow rooms\n>> Understand which equipment you need to set up your own lab\n>> Hands-on experience with sterile lab techniques\n>> Create your own spawn to take home\n>> Learn everything you need to select optimized fungi genetics from your local forest\, turn it into a culture and make your own spawn\n\nChris Parker has been growing various kinds of mushrooms for 30 years. He created the Southeast’s premier resource for mushroom cultivation supplies.\n\nChris is also deeply experienced in permaculture\, organic gardening\, regenerative agriculture and herbal medicine. He has gained all this knowledge from his ancestors\, local teachers and through his own study.\n\nDuring this one-day masterclass Chris combines practical demonstrations\, hands-on experiential learning\, presentations and is available to answer questions about your specific growing situation.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/sterile-mushroom-lab-techniques/
LOCATION:The Forest Farmacy\, 24 Davis Lane\, Marshall\, NC\, 28753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230802T210842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T175023Z
UID:31620-1695146400-1695151800@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-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:20230921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230809T174924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T174924Z
UID:31621-1695319200-1695324600@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/
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:20230923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230512T195319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T195319Z
UID:31084-1695470400-1695574800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:ASAP's 2023 Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s Farm Tour is back for 2023! Join us at farms across Western North Carolina on Sept. 23–24\, 12–5 p.m. Connect with our region’s farmers and get a behind-the-scenes look at local food in the mountains. ASAP’s Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours\, demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and tastings. The tour is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages\, abilities\, and interests. Purchase your advance pass (good for all passengers of a single vehicle) for $35. 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/asaps-2023-farm-tour/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230824T162653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T162801Z
UID:31729-1695492000-1695506400@asapconnections.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230809T174940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T174940Z
UID:31622-1695918600-1695925800@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-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:20230929T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230914T183855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T184010Z
UID:31808-1695999600-1696183200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Fall Festival and Corn Maze at Eliada Home
DESCRIPTION:Eliada’s Annual Fall Festival and Corn Maze is located at 2 Compton Drive Asheville\, NC. 100% of the proceeds will go to benefit the children\, youth and families we serve at Eliada! \nFridays: 3 pm – 7 pm\nSaturdays: 9 am – 7 pm\nSundays: 10 am – 6 pm \nWe will be closed for inclement weather. Please call 828-772-9734 during maze house for questions. \n 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fall-festival-and-corn-maze-at-eliada-home/
LOCATION:Eliada Homes for Children\, 2 Compton Dr\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230824T145345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T145345Z
UID:31715-1696071600-1696093200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Sow & Grow Fest
DESCRIPTION:Sow & Grow Fest: Celebrating Sustainable Farms and Food \nDate: September 30th\, 2023 \nTime: 11:00-5:00 \nWhere: Smoky Park Supper Club\nSow and Grow Fest is a family-friendly event celebrating Western North Carolina’s vibrant food and farming community. Join Organic Growers School as it celebrates 30 years of inspiring\, educating\, and supporting people to farm\, garden\, and live organically. Come out to the Smoky Park Supper Club to enjoy delicious local food\,tasty local beverages\, toe-tapping music\, a seed and plant share\, family activities\, and more to benefit and celebrate the programs of the Organic Growers School. \nAdmission is free\, and everyone is welcome! RSVP via Facebook: https://fb.me/e/3EhD2MJu4\nMore info:\nhttps://www.organicgrowersschool.org/…/sow-and-grow-fest
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/sow-grow-fest/
LOCATION:Smoky Park Supper Club\, 350 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194159
CREATED:20230928T165344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T165344Z
UID:31886-1696078800-1696089600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Use Of Native Plants With Renowned Ethnobotanist Marc Williams
DESCRIPTION:We will go for a plant walk to learn how to identify a woody plant by the leaves\, bark and other characteristics. Common and obscure uses for woody plants of the Southeastern flora that may support overall health\, well-being and sustenance will also be discussed. Various products from woody plants will be on display and available to sample as well. \nEthnobiologist Marc Williams has studied the people\, plant\, mushroom and microbe interconnection intensively while learning to employ botanicals and other life forms for food\, medicine\, and beauty in a regenerative manner.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/cultural-use-of-native-plants-with-renowned-ethnobotanist-marc-williams/
LOCATION:Patterson School Foundation\, 4646 Patterson School Rd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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