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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
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SUMMARY:20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about our community’s beautiful history\, as we celebrate 20 years of community building\, growing\, and teaching at the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden. Diana McCall\, Garden Manager from 2007-2022\, will share stories and wisdom while we walk through the space\, appreciating the history and current success of the garden. Learn about the garden’s creation\, the plants and people that give it life\, and the long history of community engagement that makes this space possible. After the tour\, light refreshments will be served. Gather with us on a Saturday morning in September from 10:00am – 11:30am on September 7th\, 14th\, or 21st.Your ticket reserves one spot for one tour. Please RSVP for one of the three dates. \nTickets are $20 per person. Ticket proceeds support the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden’s 20th Anniversary Fundraiser Event with the goal of raising $20\,000 to fund our educational programming and start accumulating seed money to replace our old barn with a new facility. More information about the fundraiser can be found at https://bmtcommunitygardens.org/20th-anniversary-celebration/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/20-years-of-community-gardening-historical-tour/
LOCATION:The Dr. John Wilson Community Garden\, 99 White Pine Dr.\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
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SUMMARY:Fungi Fest at the Marion Tailgate Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of fun and learning at Fungi Fest\, where you’ll find regular weekly market vendors and special Fungi Fest vendors! Shop for mushrooms\, produce\, meat\, honey\, eggs\, flowers\, and so much more. This family-friendly event is your chance to dive deep into the fungi kingdom\, whether you’re a mushroom enthusiast or a curious newbie. Explore educational experiences like mushroom cultivation\, foraging\, and identification\, and enjoy cooking demos\, vendor offerings\, and special vendors. Admission is free!\n\n What to Expect:\n\n Educational Experiences:\n– Mushroom Cultivation: Learn hands-on techniques like plugging logs and using mushroom grow bags.\n– Foraging & Identification: Explore the art of mushroom foraging and how to identify various species in their natural habitat.\n– Free Informational Tables: Get insights from experts on mushroom cultivation and more.\n\n Culinary Delights:\n– Cooking Demos: Watch live demonstrations of creative and delicious mushroom recipes.\n– Vendor Offerings: Browse a variety of fresh mushrooms\, mushroom-based products\, and unique mushroom crafts.\n\n Special Vendors:\n– Savvy Shrooms: Mushroom products and crafts\n– McDowell Trails Association: Outdoor recreation and trails info\n– Rebel Terrestrial: T-Shirts & Totes\n– Catawba Mushroom Partners: Fresh mushroom products\n– Local Mushroom Kits: Shiitake logs\, grow bags\, plugs\, and more\n– Earth Heart: Local health food store\n– Mushroom Mongers: Locally foraged mushrooms\n– Archipelago Kitchen: “Pulled Pork” Sandwiches made with mushrooms\n\nEvent on Facebook: Fungi Fest | Facebook
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fungi-fest-at-the-marion-tailgate-market/
LOCATION:Marion Tailgate Market\, 67 West Henderson Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240903T152911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T152911Z
UID:33833-1725703200-1725717600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT’s Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples\, blackberries and raspberries and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the vine or branch! Current apple varieties included Ambrosia\, Blondee\, Gala\, Ruby Mac\, Swiss Gourmet. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-9/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240903T152943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T153114Z
UID:33835-1725800400-1725814800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT’s Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples\, blackberries and raspberries and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the vine or branch! Current apple varieties included Ambrosia\, Blondee\, Gala\, Ruby Mac\, Swiss Gourmet. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-10/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240906T154001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T154001Z
UID:33860-1725876000-1725890400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, Gibson Gold and McIntosh just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-11/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240725T172209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173017Z
UID:33597-1725984000-1725991200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Cleveland County Extension Center\, 130 S. Post Rd\, Suite 1\, Shelby\, NC\, 28152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240903T190926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152947Z
UID:33846-1726048800-1726059600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Agroforestry Farm Tour: Forest Farming at Warren Wilson College
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of Warren Wilson College’s campus\, where we will explore the Guaranteed From Seed Project and the college’s campus forestry practices. \nThe tour will feature a visit to a 3\,000 square foot shade house where Dr. Dave Ellum and his students have developed innovative seed propagation methods for forest medicinal plants that are often overharvested from the wild. The “Guaranteed From Seed—Never Wild Harvested” project aims to educate the public on how a sustainable\, seed-based nursery industry can support the conservation of wild populations of native forest botanicals. \nAdditionally\, attendees will gain insights into the management practices employed on the college’s 600-acre campus forest\, including a syruping operation and silvopasture.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/agroforestry-farm-tour-forest-farming-at-warren-wilson-college/
LOCATION:Warren Wilson College\, 701 Warren Wilson Road\,  Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240906T154440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T154440Z
UID:33862-1726048800-1726063200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, Gibson Gold and McIntosh just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-12/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240725T172835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172835Z
UID:33599-1726077600-1726083000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025. Please register at http://go.ncsu.edu/agoptions.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-4/
LOCATION:Cherokee County Center\, 699 Conaheeta St.\, Murphy\, NC\, 28906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240725T172932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172932Z
UID:33600-1726164000-1726169400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-5/
LOCATION:Swain County Cooperative Extension Center\, 60 Almond School Rd\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="WNC AgOptions":MAILTO:agoptions@wnccommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T131041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131041Z
UID:33899-1726221600-1726236000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-13/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T173213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T192824Z
UID:33911-1726221600-1730570400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Apples at Hickory Nut Gap Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday through Sunday 10am to 6pm\, we are offering bulk NC Apples from Lyda Farms by the bag! We will have pecks\, half bushels and bushels for sale.\n• We provide bags\, if you don’t see them ask for them in the store!\n• The apples are locally grown in Edneyville\, NC and LOW SPRAY\n• We will have varieties come and go with as the season wears on\n• We will have apples September through end of October\n• Fresh pressed & Frozen Apple Cider will also be available \nWednesday through Sunday 10am to 6pm\, we are offering u-pick cider apples at Hickory Nut Gap Farm.\nTHE RULES:\n• Bring your own 5 gallon bucket\n• NO CLIMBING TREES – Please be gentle with them\n• The grass in the orchard is long\, dress appropriately\n• You may bring an apple picker\, or check one out at the register\n• Apples are $10/5 gallon bucket\n• Not all varieties are producing well this year\, you’ll just have to go see what’s up there\n——>See aerial map with varieties laid out as your guide! Screenshot or download image below.\n• These apples are 100% untouched. No spray\, no real management at all besides pruning. They’re as natural as can be! That also means they might have ugly skin or bugs. Perfect for cider\, vinegar\, apple butter\, etc.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/apples-at-hickory-nut-gap-farm/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240808T142831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T142831Z
UID:33672-1726308000-1726313400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about our community’s beautiful history\, as we celebrate 20 years of community building\, growing\, and teaching at the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden. Diana McCall\, Garden Manager from 2007-2022\, will share stories and wisdom while we walk through the space\, appreciating the history and current success of the garden. Learn about the garden’s creation\, the plants and people that give it life\, and the long history of community engagement that makes this space possible. After the tour\, light refreshments will be served. Gather with us on a Saturday morning in September from 10:00am – 11:30am on September 7th\, 14th\, or 21st.Your ticket reserves one spot for one tour. Please RSVP for one of the three dates. \nTickets are $20 per person. Ticket proceeds support the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden’s 20th Anniversary Fundraiser Event with the goal of raising $20\,000 to fund our educational programming and start accumulating seed money to replace our old barn with a new facility. More information about the fundraiser can be found at https://bmtcommunitygardens.org/20th-anniversary-celebration/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/20-years-of-community-gardening-historical-tour-2/
LOCATION:The Dr. John Wilson Community Garden\, 99 White Pine Dr.\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T131140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131140Z
UID:33901-1726308000-1726322400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-14/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240802T203019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T203019Z
UID:33654-1726315200-1726333200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Organic Growers School 2nd Annual Sow & Grow Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join Organic Growers School for our 2nd annual Sow & Grow Fest\, a family-friendly event celebrating Western North Carolina’s vibrant food and farming community! \nEvent Highlights:\n🍽️ Community Potluck: 1-2 PM – Enjoy farm-fresh dishes prepared by our farm program students\, alums\, and partners. Bring your favorite dish to share and join the feast!\n🎶 Live Music: Local musicians Laura Blackley and Ashley Chambliss will entertain you with their soulful sounds.\n🌱 Seed & Plant Share: Meet fellow plant lovers and join interactive gardening demonstrations.\n🍅 Tomato Tastings: Rank the tastiest tomatoes!\n🍻 Local Vendors & Fun Activities: Explore craft beverages and fun family activities.\n🎟️ Admission is Free! Registration is encouraged but optional. Potluck lunch tickets are available for a suggested donation of $20 per person. You can also choose to bring a dish to share.\n🌟 Silent Auction: Starting in August and running through Sow & Grow Fest. Amazing items like East Fork Pottery\, an Airbnb cabin getaway\, an Asheville Artisan gift basket\, and more will be up for grabs!\n📢 Support the Grow for Good Fund: Your potluck ticket donation and silent auction bids support farmer training programs\, scholarships\, mentorships\, and our savings incentive program.\nCelebrate the rich bounty of our region with us! 🌾🥕
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/organic-growers-school-2nd-annual-sow-grow-fest/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Organic Growers School":MAILTO:outreach@organicgrowersschool.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T131229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131229Z
UID:33903-1726405200-1726419600@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-15/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T131311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131311Z
UID:33905-1726480800-1726495200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-16/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240725T173151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173151Z
UID:33601-1726502400-1726507800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-6/
LOCATION:Haywood County Co-operative Extension\, 589 Raccoon Rd\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T131414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131414Z
UID:33907-1726653600-1726668000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-17/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240802T164334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T164909Z
UID:33650-1726653600-1726673400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:SC Tax Training for Small Scale Farmers and Ranchers
DESCRIPTION:Training on: financial management\, effective recordkeeping and best practices\, business planning and enterprise budgeting\, NCRS programs. Improve your financial stability and learn more about tax regulation and best management practices. \n650 Howard Street Spartanburg\, SC 29303 \nFor more information contact: Tyrone Williams\, Upstate Region Extension Ag Agent. twill108@scsu.edu\n(864) 332-0910
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/sc-tax-training-for-small-scale-farmers-and-ranchers/
LOCATION:Dr. T.K. Gregg Community Center\, 650 Howard Street\, Spartanburg\, SC\, 29303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240725T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T173302Z
UID:33602-1726682400-1726687800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2025 WNC AgOptions Information Session
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an informational meeting about the 2025 WNC AgOptions grant program for growers and producers. AgOptions staff will be present to discuss the program\, go over the 2025 application timeline\, and answer questions. Grants of $5\,000 and $10\,000 are available to farmers located within a 22-county area of Western North Carolina* in 2025.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2025-wnc-agoptions-information-session-7/
LOCATION:Burke County Agricultural Center\, 130 Ammons Drive\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240703T152201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T152201Z
UID:33347-1726790400-1727049599@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
DESCRIPTION:By far Eliada’s biggest annual event of the year! In 2023 we welcomed over 13\,000 attendees on campus to ring in the Fall season with an Asheville tradition – Eliada’s 6- Acre Corn Maze. We collaborate with schools and businesses to offer special opportunities for educational field trips and corporate parties. Families can find activities to fall in love with from a hayride to a fun experience on the jumping pillow\, maze\, games\, and more! \nEliada’s mission is Helping Children Succeed. We provide a cradle-to-career continuum of services for over 400 children and youth annually. In partnership with families\, we meet basic needs and provide positive child and youth development programming to all ages. \nEvent information\nEliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze\n49 Compton Drive\, Asheville\, NC 28806\nOpen Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays from 9/20/2024-10/27/2024\nFridays 3AM-7 PM\, Saturdays 10AM-7PM\, Sundays 10AM-6 PM\nEmail cornmaze@eliada.org for information on corporate nights\, field trips\, birthday parties\, or general inquiries.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/eliada-fall-festival-and-corn-maze/
LOCATION:Eliada Homes for Children\, 2 Compton Dr\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240912T131507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131507Z
UID:33909-1726826400-1726840800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-18/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240802T144912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T155826Z
UID:33643-1726837200-1727020800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Putting Food By and Other Revolutionary Acts
DESCRIPTION:Early bird registration for our 2nd Annual Event\, Putting Food by and Other Revolutionary Acts is happening now until August 31st! \nLearn about topics such as hot water bath canning\, food preservation\, herbal vinegars\, cordials and elixirs\, lacto-fermentation\, Cherokee food\, harvesting and drying herbs\, food for your sun sign\, dairy production: yogurt\, ice cream\, sour cream\, cheese & butter\, and other subjects. \n  \nHere’s our exciting schedule which may be subject to slight change: \nFriday teachers: \nAimee Williams from Aimee the Astrologer teaching “Food for your Sun Sign” \nJessie Stewart from the Mother Holler and Mary Cutter teaching “Dairy Production: Yogurt\, Ice Cream\, Sour Cream\, Cheese & Butter.” \n  \nSaturday teachers: \nAshley English from Small Measure teaching “Hot Water Bath Canning” \nMelissa Fryar from French Broad Food Co-op teaching “Cordials and Elixirs” \nCindi Quay from Cindi’s Sacred Garden teaching “Harvesting and Drying Herbs” \nTyson Sampson from Bigwitch Botanicals teaching “Cherokee Foods” \n  \nSunday teachers: \nLori Collins Jenkins from Sister of Mother Earth teaching “Fire Cider” \nSam Taylor from Firetree Organics teaching “Lacto-Fermentations” \nAdam Bigelow from Bigelow’s Botanical Excursions leading a plant walk on “Appalachian Natives.” \n  \nMeals are included with both general admission and day passes: \nFriday: Supper for weekend attendees\nSaturday: Breakfast\, lunch\, and supper\nSunday: Breakfast and lunch \nThis is a ticketed event\, but we will be offering scholarships and work trade arrangements. \nTickets are now available at this link: \ntinyurl.com/puttingfoodby24
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2nd-annual-putting-food-by-and-other-revolutionary-acts/
LOCATION:Spiral Mountain\, 96 Randall Cove Rd\, Leicester\, NC\, 28748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240808T142945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T142945Z
UID:33674-1726912800-1726918200@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about our community’s beautiful history\, as we celebrate 20 years of community building\, growing\, and teaching at the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden. Diana McCall\, Garden Manager from 2007-2022\, will share stories and wisdom while we walk through the space\, appreciating the history and current success of the garden. Learn about the garden’s creation\, the plants and people that give it life\, and the long history of community engagement that makes this space possible. After the tour\, light refreshments will be served. Gather with us on a Saturday morning in September from 10:00am – 11:30am on September 7th\, 14th\, or 21st.Your ticket reserves one spot for one tour. Please RSVP for one of the three dates. \nTickets are $20 per person. Ticket proceeds support the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden’s 20th Anniversary Fundraiser Event with the goal of raising $20\,000 to fund our educational programming and start accumulating seed money to replace our old barn with a new facility. More information about the fundraiser can be found at https://bmtcommunitygardens.org/20th-anniversary-celebration/
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/20-years-of-community-gardening-historical-tour-3/
LOCATION:The Dr. John Wilson Community Garden\, 99 White Pine Dr.\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240919T142322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T142322Z
UID:33953-1726912800-1726938000@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh\, Ricky Jones and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more! \n***Special Event*** We are proud to be participating in ASAP’s Farm Tour this weekend on Saturday 9/21 and Sunday 9/22 from 12-5pm each day. Come see what farming is really all about. An Apple tasting demo will be held in the lower Orchard\, our U-Pick will be opened\, plus much more! Get your weekend pass and find more information at asapconnections.org/find-local-food/asaps-farm-tour/.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-19/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240522T203226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T203226Z
UID:33158-1726920000-1727024400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:ASAP's Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:ASAP’s 2024 Farm Tour will take place Saturday and Sunday\, September 21-22\, from 12-5 p.m. both days. \nASAP’s annual Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours\, demonstrations\, and tastings. The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina\, including vegetables\, livestock\, vineyards\, orchards\, flowers\, fiber\, and more! This is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages\, abilities\, and interests. All are welcome.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/asaps-farm-tour/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Farm Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240613T143953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T143953Z
UID:33232-1726941600-1726952400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Barn Dance with Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Trio
DESCRIPTION:Iliana Rose and her Cuban Jazz Trio are back! Iliana is a piano prodigy with infectious energy and out of this world entertainment- the talented band will keep you moving\, sweating\, and circling back onto the floor for more! If you just want to sit back and absorb the experience\, prepare for foot tapping and seat wiggling- it’s just that good. \nHNG will be running a bar with local beers\, NA beverage and snack cart.\nBarn Door Ciderworks will provide some sweet and snappy sips of their legendary cider brewed right here in Fairview.\nRoot Down Farm food truck will be serving up some seriously lovely food featuring NC Farm fresh veggies and Hickory Nut Gap meats. \nBy purchasing your ticket online you will be on our Will Call list\, admission will be checked in at the Cabana! \nDate: Saturday\, September 21st\, 2024\nTime: 6pm-9pm\nCost: $10/person\n5 and under free! \n*We love four-legged friends\, but only two-legged creatures may attend this event.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/barn-dance-with-iliana-rose-cuban-jazz-trio/
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:20240922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240815T133852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T133852Z
UID:33710-1727006400-1727020800@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:Ani & Wanei Culture Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Ani & Wanei Cultural Festival celebrates the rich cultural milieu of Cherokee and Appalachian heritage in this humming mountain landscape. \nOn September 22nd from noon until 4:00 PM the traditions of Cherokee and Appalachian art\, music\, and dance will fill the Big Barn Venue at the Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, in Fairview. \nThe Ani & Wanei Culture Fest brings two principal mountain cultures together in music\, art\, and food. There is fun and learning for the whole family! \nHere\, you can try out some Cherokee words\, taste frybread tacos\, or even participate in a traditional Cherokee Friendship dance. Relax and listen to Appalachian Bluegrass or the haunting sounds of a Native American flute. Browse the traditional wares of painter\, potter\, weaver\, beader\, jeweler\, and carver. \nMusicians will include: Jarrett Wildcat – Cherokee flautist and storyteller and Andrew Wakefield – Appalachian bluegrass guitarist. The Warriors of Anikituhwa will share dances. The Igali Puppets will teach Cherokee words and the Cherokee Royalty\, including Miss Cherokee\, will share thoughts on important issues that they contact. Artists will offer pottery\, baskets\, beading\, jewelry\, woodcarving\, and paintings. There will be a Native American Food truck\, face painting\, and the specialty farm store will open its doors to all. \nThis celebration of culture stems from a new trailhead sign that will be unveiled at the event. The sign will soon grace the entry to the Strawberry Gap trail in Gerton. This trail\, managed by Conserving Carolina\, represents a unique paradigm for walking in the U.S. Like in European countries\, private land there is available for public use. The trail is a metaphor for the intercultural connection depicted in the Ani & Wanei Cultural Fest.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/ani-wanei-culture-fest/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road \, Fairview \, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival/Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194443
CREATED:20240919T142418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T142418Z
UID:33955-1727006400-1727024400@asapconnections.org
SUMMARY:U-Pick at KT's Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Come pick your own apples and experience the magic of picking your own fresh fruit right from the tree! Apple varieties include Ambrosia\, Crimson Crisp\, Gala\, McIntosh\, Ricky Jones and Wine Crisp just to name a few. We also have honey\, jam\, dried apples and lots more! \n***Special Event*** We are proud to be participating in ASAP’s Farm Tour this weekend on Saturday 9/21 and Sunday 9/22 from 12-5pm each day. Come see what farming is really all about. An Apple tasting demo will be held in the lower Orchard\, our U-Pick will be opened\, plus much more! Get your weekend pass and find more information at asapconnections.org/find-local-food/asaps-farm-tour/.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/u-pick-at-kts-orchard-20/
LOCATION:KT’s Orchard and Apiary\, 158 Pigeon Ford Rd.\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
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