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SUMMARY:RAD Farmers Market - Winter Season Begins
DESCRIPTION:The RAD Farmers Market provides year-round access to fresh local foods\, including produce! The winter season runs November through April with 25-30 vendors each week set up indoors and outdoors. Note winter hours change: 3-5:30pm\, Wednesdays.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/rad-farmers-market-winter-season-begins/
LOCATION:Smoky Park Supper Club\, 350 Riverside Drive\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220928T200549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T200549Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing to Harvest: Skills for Food Systems\, Board Development\, and Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION:The free workshop is designed for NC non-profits\, community organizations\, faith-based groups\, and local governments. It will include a food-focused plenary that will feature partner projects from across the state\, as well as hands-on skills building and strategies to strengthen participants’ current food projects. Participants can choose board development or grant writing that afternoon. Lunch\, snacks\, and mileage reimbursements will be provided.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/preparing-to-harvest-skills-for-food-systems-board-development-and-grant-writing/
LOCATION:Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center\, 91 North Lakeshore Drive\, Lake Junaluska\, NC\, 28745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T145423Z
UID:28924-1666432800-1666438200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:October Farm Tour at Hickory Nut Gap Farm
DESCRIPTION:This tour goes exploring through our 80 acres of working farmland. Head to the top of UFO hill for a spectacular view\, walk alongside the creek through forest\, see the grazing animals on pasture\, and learn about regenerative agriculture. You will get an overview of our farm history and a more in-depth look at our regenerative farming practices. We will be traversing through tall grasses\, so suitable footwear is suggested. \n10 am start time\nAdults: $50\nYouth (Age 10-17): $30\nChildren (Under 10): Free
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/october-farm-tour-at-hickory-nut-gap-farm/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220824T174714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T175244Z
UID:28309-1666278000-1666292400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Farm Fresh for Health Regional Symposium at Winding Stair Farm
DESCRIPTION:Throughout summer 2022 ASAP will present a series of regional symposiums for healthcare professionals in Western North Carolina to highlight the principles of Farm Fresh for Health. Each symposium will introduce key strategies and feature examples from ASAP and the community\, including projects from ASAP’s Community in Action initiative. Attendees will take part in farm tours\, hands-on activities\, and facilitated discussion about how they can use Farm Fresh for Health tools in their own practices to improve health outcomes. Locally sourced meals will be provided. Find out more about the full series of events and register.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/farm-fresh-for-health-regional-symposium-at-winding-stair-farm/
LOCATION:Winding Stair Farm\, 57 Saunders Rd.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
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/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220914T153247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T153247Z
UID:29059-1666116000-1666123200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Cultivo Latino
DESCRIPTION:El programa Cultivo Latino es un programa virtual de seis semanas diseñado para empresarios y agricultores. En este programa\, aprenderás cómo construir un plan estratégico para crecer su granja y negocio agricultural. \nEl programa esta dividido en dos partes: \nSesión 1: \n11 de octubre de 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (realizada virtualmente)\n• Acceso a capital para crecer su negocio. Conozca programas de préstamos en NC y cómo encontrar el mejor prestamista para\nsu negocio\n• Aprenda a pensar como sus clientes y cómo mantenerlos comprometidos\n• Aprenda las mejores prácticas de marketing para hacer crecer tu negocio \nSesión 2: \n18 de octubre de 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (realizado en persona-ubicación\, 60 S Charleston Ln\, Hendersonville\, NC)\n• Sitio de análisis. Aprenderá las muchas maneras en la que su negocio podría ser rentable y cómo obtener ganancias\n• Cómo encuestar lo que tiene y generar múltiples flujos de ingresos de su negocio \nPara mas information\, contacte a Roxanne Reed a Roxanne@granittraining.com o visite farmschoolonwheels.com/training. \n— \nThe Cultivo Latino program is designed for Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs and farmers. In this program\, you will learn how to build a strategic plan to grow your farm and agricultural business. \nThe program is comprised of two sessions: \nSession 1:\nOctober 11\, 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (held virtually) \n• Access to capital to grow your business. Learn about the many lending programs in NC and how to find the best lender for your business\n• Learn how to think like your customers and how to keep your customers engaged\n• Best marketing practices to grow your business \nSession 2:\nOctober 18\, 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (Held virtually and in-person at 60 S Charleston Ln\, Hendersonville\, NC)\n• Site Analysis. You will be taking a deep dive into the many ways your business can be profitable and how you can use what\nyou have to make a profit.\n• How to survey what you have and make multiple income streams from your business. \nFor more information\, email Roxanne Bailey-Reed\, Roxanne@granittraining.com\, or visit farmschoolonwheels.com/training.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/cultivo-latino-2/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Community Co-op\, 60 South Charleston Lane\, Hendersonville\, 28792
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T183000
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CREATED:20220907T140745Z
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UID:29021-1665846000-1665858600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Appalachian Food and Farms Festival
DESCRIPTION:Appalachian Food and Farms Festival Celebrating 150 Years of Shipley Farms \nOctober 15\, 2022 @ the historic Shipley Farm\, Vilas\, NC \nSamplings of a variety of meats and dishes and all the flavors\nof the High Country prepared by award winning NC chefs and restaurants \nSteven Goff (Tastee Diner\, Asheville)\, 2019 NC Chef of the Year\nAdam Cole (Watauga County)\, Shipley Farms’ own Meatsmith\n“Chefophus” Cleo Hethington (Ebi Chop Bar\, Asheville/Atlanta)\, 2022 James Beard award finalist\n2022 North Carolina Chef Showdown Finalists:\nDaniel Wheeler (Culinary Instructor\, CCCTI\, Charlotte/Hudson/Boone)\nAndres Prussing\, CEC (Golden Owl Tavern\, Charlotte)\nKyle Teears (Saint Jacques French Cuisine\, Raleigh)\nJamie Davis (The Hackney\, Washington NC)
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/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:20221015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220825T202928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T131434Z
UID:28917-1665824400-1665849600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Holistic Land Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a one-day introduction to the practical principals of regenerative agriculture and Holistic Management. Developed by the Savory Institute\, the original regenerative farming leader\, Holistic Management is a framework that helps land managers navigate complex decisions within a context that they define. This one-day course is designed to give attendees a foundational understanding of the primary components to Holistic Management and farm health monitoring using the Ecological Outcome Verified methodology (EOV) so that they can more easily go on to study and learn more. We’ll feed you lunch on the farm and you’ll leave with a greater appreciation of leading-edge regenerative agriculture practices. \nCost: $175 (includes lunch and a free hat)
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-holistic-land-management/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T163810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T171923Z
UID:28995-1665513000-1665518400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2023 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers.\nAgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-wnc-agoptions-information-session-2/
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:20221011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220914T153112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T153112Z
UID:29057-1665511200-1665518400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Cultivo Latino
DESCRIPTION:El programa Cultivo Latino es un programa virtual de seis semanas diseñado para empresarios y agricultores. En este programa\, aprenderás cómo construir un plan estratégico para crecer su granja y negocio agricultural. \nEl programa esta dividido en dos partes: \nSesión 1: \n11 de octubre de 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (realizada virtualmente)\n• Acceso a capital para crecer su negocio. Conozca programas de préstamos en NC y cómo encontrar el mejor prestamista para\nsu negocio\n• Aprenda a pensar como sus clientes y cómo mantenerlos comprometidos\n• Aprenda las mejores prácticas de marketing para hacer crecer tu negocio \nSesión 2: \n18 de octubre de 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (realizado en persona-ubicación\, 60 S Charleston Ln\, Hendersonville\, NC)\n• Sitio de análisis. Aprenderá las muchas maneras en la que su negocio podría ser rentable y cómo obtener ganancias\n• Cómo encuestar lo que tiene y generar múltiples flujos de ingresos de su negocio \nPara mas information\, contacte a Roxanne Reed a Roxanne@granittraining.com o visite farmschoolonwheels.com/training. \n— \nThe Cultivo Latino program is designed for Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs and farmers. In this program\, you will learn how to build a strategic plan to grow your farm and agricultural business. \nThe program is comprised of two sessions: \nSession 1:\nOctober 11\, 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (held virtually) \n• Access to capital to grow your business. Learn about the many lending programs in NC and how to find the best lender for your business\n• Learn how to think like your customers and how to keep your customers engaged\n• Best marketing practices to grow your business \nSession 2:\nOctober 18\, 2022\, 6:00PM-8:00PM (Held virtually and in-person at 60 S Charleston Ln\, Hendersonville\, NC)\n• Site Analysis. You will be taking a deep dive into the many ways your business can be profitable and how you can use what\nyou have to make a profit.\n• How to survey what you have and make multiple income streams from your business. \nFor more information\, email Roxanne Bailey-Reed\, Roxanne@granittraining.com\, or visit farmschoolonwheels.com/training.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/cultivo-latino/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T172104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T172104Z
UID:28994-1665423000-1665428400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2023 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers.\nAgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-wnc-agoptions-information-session-3/
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:20221009T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T172156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T172156Z
UID:28993-1665079200-1665084600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2023 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers.\nAgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-wnc-agoptions-information-session-4/
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:20220926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220913T135027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T135027Z
UID:29026-1664215200-1664215200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2023 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers.\nAgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-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:20220924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T220000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220825T202801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T202801Z
UID:28919-1664013600-1664019000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:September Farm Tour at Hickory Nut Gap Farm
DESCRIPTION:This tour goes exploring through our 80 acres of working farmland. Head to the top of UFO hill for a spectacular view\, walk alongside the creek through forest\, see the grazing animals on pasture\, and learn about regenerative agriculture. You will get an overview of our farm history and a more in-depth look at our regenerative farming practices. We will be traversing through tall grasses\, so suitable footwear is suggested. \nAdults: $50\nYouth (Age 10-17): $30\nChildren (Under 10): Free
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/september-farm-tour-at-hickory-nut-gap-farm/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220824T175414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T175414Z
UID:28905-1663944300-1663956000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Equinox Botanical Walk with Abby Artemisia
DESCRIPTION:Join Abby Artemisia for a late summer botanical walk. We will meet at Red Moon Herbs to carpool to a nearby location for an adventure into identification and medicinal uses of local plants. Some scholarships available for the BIPOC community\, please contact info@redmoonherbs.com. $30.00\nFounder of the WANDER (Wild Artemisia Nature Discovery\, Empowerment\, and Reconnection) School\, Botanist\, Herbalist\, Forager\, Educator\, & Author\, Abby Artemisia\, lives in Appalachian North Carolina on the edge of the national forest. She learned about plants playing in the Midwestern woods of Ohio\, working on organic farms\, an herbal apprenticeship\, a bachelor’s degree in Botany from Miami University\, running her own tea business\, and relationships with various Native Tribes\, especially the Cherokee. She teaches about plant identification\, ethical foraging\, and working with plants for food and medicine throughout the country and at Wildcrafted Herb School. Her mission is offering nature and herbal education to create healing through connection with the natural world and each other. She is the author of The Wild Foraged Life Cookbook\, and The Herbal Handbook for Homesteaders. She is the host of the podcast Wander\, Forage\, and Wildcraft\, and founder of The WANDER School\, which recently became a nonprofit to Decolonize Herbalism and provide herbs\, herbal medicine\, and botanical education to underserved communities.\nFind out more at www.thewanderschool.com Tickets at https://redmoonherbs.com/products/herbal-education-classes?_pos=2&_sid=3f84cd70d&_ss=r
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/equinox-botanical-walk-with-abby-artemisia/
LOCATION:Red Moon Herbs\, 26 Davis Chapel Rd\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T172340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T172340Z
UID:28992-1663869600-1663875000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2023 WNCAgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers.\nAgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-wncagoptions-information-session/
LOCATION:Konehete Park Meeting Room\, 699 Connaheeta Street\, Murphy\, NC\, 28906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T172225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T172225Z
UID:28991-1663864200-1663869600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2023 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers.\nAgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions.\nGrants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-wnc-agoptions-information-session-5/
LOCATION:Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center\, 252 Poplar Grove Road\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220919T173000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T172621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T172621Z
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SUMMARY:2023 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2023 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2023 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $4\,000 and $8\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2023.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2023-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220907T140600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T140600Z
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SUMMARY:Mycorrhizals for Farm and Garden
DESCRIPTION:Fungi inhabited planet Earth long before plants. They were the first roots. \nCurrently over 80% of plant life rely on fungal allies – mycorrhizals – for water and nutrients. \nThey are essential to all life on earth. Yet\, we know very little about their role in our gardens and farms. \nThis one-day masterclass is a peek into the amazing\, underground world where mycelium intertwines with roots in one of nature’s oldest and most intimate collaborations.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/mycorrhizals-for-farm-and-garden/
LOCATION:The Forest Farmacy\, 24 Davis Lane\, Marshall\, NC\, 28753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220527T140758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T182901Z
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SUMMARY:ASAP's 2022 Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s 2022 Farm Tour will take place Saturday and Sunday\, Sept. 17-18\, from noon to five each day. Passes are on sale now! One pass is good for everyone in your car at all farms\, both days. \nThe annual Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours\, demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and tastings. This is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages\, abilities\, and interests. The 19 farms on the tour are all located within an hour drive of Asheville and are arranged by cluster to help plan your weekend. The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina with produce farms\, creameries\, vineyards\, orchards\, flowers\, livestock\, and more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/asaps-2022-farm-tour/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T000000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220727T175051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T173759Z
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SUMMARY:Carolina Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Carolina Jubilee is an annual two-day music festival produced by Carolina Farm Trust. The festival supports the organization’s mission of strengthening local food systems in the Carolinas\, from production to consumption. The\nevent will be held on September 16-17\, 2022\, at Vanhoy Farms in Harmony\, NC. Carolina Jubilee features local and national music acts and\, embodying the vision and mission of Carolina Farm Trust\, all participating vendors are local or regional businesses. Food is served by farm-to-table restaurants that support NC-based sustainable farms\, and beverages are provided by local breweries and a variety of NC distilleries and vineyards.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/carolina-jubilee/
LOCATION:Vanhoy Farms\, 742 Jericho Rd\, Harmony\, NC\, 28634\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220902T174052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T174052Z
UID:29009-1663153200-1663158600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Raising Backyard Chickens
DESCRIPTION:Long for a flock of fine feathered friends\, but aren’t sure how to get started? Ashley English will walk you through the basics of backyard chickens! \nIn this lecture\, we’ll gather together to learn the basics of keeping a flock of backyard chickens. Ashley will discuss and provide helpful information on the following topics: What to consider beforehand; Breed selection; Obtaining chickens; Housing; Feeding; Chicks; Health & Wellness; Eggs \nAshley English is the author of 11 books\, on topics ranging from raising chickens to canning and preserving\, and more. \nFree Program / Funded by the Friends of the Library \nRegistration Required- Call the Edneyville Library at 685-0110 to register.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/raising-backyard-chickens/
LOCATION:Henderson County Public Library – Edneyville Branch\, 2 Firehouse Rd\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220913T134907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T134907Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing and Pricing Workshops for Meat Handlers
DESCRIPTION:In 2022\, NC Choices\, in collaboration with our colleagues at Cornell University\, launched two new and improved tools for NC’s meat handlers\, a revised marketing tool: MeatSuite.com and a revised pricing tool: Cornell Meat Price Calculator tool. \nThe MeatSuite website allows consumers to search for NC farms selling meat in bulk quantities. From quarters and halves to convenient bundles\, farms can list their products on MeatSuite for free. The new version includes numerous user-friendly features to promote your products to shoppers. NC Choices advertises the site statewide\, so we find the customers and bring them to you! \nThe Cornell Meat Price Calculator (MPC) is available for free use at www.meatsuite.com. The user-friendly online tool allows farmers to set prices that ensure they reach farm financial goals. The new version allows NC farmers to create a free account and save their data. This way\, as their costs change over time\, they can revisit the site and make adjustments to their pricing to maintain profitability goals. \nTo support the launch of the new tools\, NC Choices is hosting a series of “Meat Marketing & Pricing” workshops across parts of the state. NC Choices staff Sarah Blacklin\, Lee Menius\, and Matt LeRoux will demonstrate these new tools and present on related pricing and marketing topics at 4 locations around the state. A complete list of locations and dates\, as well as registration details follow. \nPresenters: \nMatt LeRoux- Marketing Specialist at NC Choices & Cornell University \nMatt has over 20 years’ experience serving farms through Cornell Cooperative Extension\, non-profits\, and consulting. Specializing in market strategy\, Matt works with a diverse mix of produce and livestock farmers and food businesses. Career highlights include developing the Marketing Channel Assessment Tool for produce growers and the Cornell Meat Price Calculator. \nSarah Blacklin- NC Cooperative Extension Program Director at NC Choices.\nSince 2003\, Sarah has helped small NC farmers maximize direct and wholesale marketing efforts to enhance profitability. Sarah’s work has gained attention on the local and national level. \nLee Menius- Technical Specialist at NC Choices\nThroughout his career\, his work has focused on educational projects and working with producers to develop effective pasture-based systems. \nMonday September 12 @ 6-8 pm (Meal at 5:30)\nWNC Livestock Center\, 474 Stock Dr. Canton\, NC\nRegistration- https://forms.gle/b1AMT6CBHL5pSFDM7 Please register by Sept 9th\nCall Buncombe at 828-255-5522 or Haywood at 828-456-3575 with any questions \nTuesday September 13 @ 6-8pm (Meal at 6:30pm)\nWatauga Ag-Conference Center 252 Poplar Grove Road Boone NC\nPlease Call the Watauga Extension Office (828-264-3061) or email eddy_labus@ncsu.edu to register.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/marketing-and-pricing-workshops-for-meat-handlers/
LOCATION:Watauga County Extension Center\, 971 West King Street\, Boone\, 28607
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220826T161509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T161726Z
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SUMMARY:First Annual HarvestFest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of local farms and community\, presented by the Olivette Riverside Community and Chatt Hills Music\, benefitting ASAP’s Double SNAP for Fruits and Vegetables program. Treats from local food makers and drinks from Wicked Weed Brewing and Vidl Wine. Bluegrass performance by The Barefoot Movement begins at 4 p.m. Tickets are $25 with free admission for farmers and their families. 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/first-annual-harvestfest/
LOCATION:Olivette Riverside Park\, 1069 Olivette Rd.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28804\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220812T130949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T133319Z
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SUMMARY:A Savory Shindig
DESCRIPTION:Imagine a magical fall festival\, a night in the Gardens\, eating local foods\, dancing\, live music and celebrating our thriving local food system. \nFunds raised from A Savory Shindig will support Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture’s work to build an equitable and sustainable food system where producers are thriving and local food is accessible to all. \nDance the night away with Uncle Dave’s Band and at the Cake Walk with delicious cakes and pies made by our community’s favorite bakers\, including Stickboy Bread Company. And enjoy refreshing beverages from Appalachian Mountain Brewery and a fall-themed Shindig signature drink. \nTo ensure that more people in our community have an opportunity to attend\, guests are welcome to purchase a ticket for someone else by contacting Dave Walker at dave@brwia.org. If you would like to attend but cannot cover the ticket price\, please reach out to Dave Walker at dave@brwia.org.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/a-savory-shindig/
LOCATION:Daniel Boone Native Gardens\, 651 Horn in the West Drive\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T052900
CREATED:20220818T161438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T025743Z
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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:20260611T052900
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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