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SUMMARY:School Garden Training
DESCRIPTION:Students will eat what they grow! School gardens are an excellent tool for experiential learning and nutrition education. In this virtual workshop\, early care and education professionals will be trained to establish farm to school gardens and to integrate gardening into state and national curriculum. \nWe will share resources to create or expand your garden program as well as tips and strategies for gardening with young children. We emphasize how to sustain a garden program by involving community partners\, such as parents\, farmers\, college students\, and agricultural professionals. Please register in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/school-garden-training/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T150000
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SUMMARY:Telling Your Story: Using Evaluation and Other Tools to Share Your Organization’s Impact
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help non-profits\, faith-based groups\, and community organizations learn how to measure and document their work.\nAre you doing valuable work in your community\, but struggling to capture impacts to share with others? Do you want to fine-tune your ability to uplift your results? If yes\, this workshop is for you!\nThis workshop will cover fun and creative tools to evaluate your program’s effectiveness and share your group’s story! \nThis event will be offered twice: Please choose the time and location that best fits your schedule:\nWHEN: Thursday\, July 28th\, 2022 | Sylva\, NC | 10 AM – 3 PM \nOR\nWHEN: Thursday\, August 4th\, 2022 | Marion\, NC | 10 AM – 3 PM \nRegistration is now open and is limited to the first 25 participants!
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/telling-your-story-using-evaluation-and-other-tools-to-share-your-organizations-impact-2/
LOCATION:Historic Marion Train Depot\, 58 Depot Street\, Marion\, NC\, 28752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220808T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T163000
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SUMMARY:Growing Culinary Herbs Successfully on Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Extension professionals and growers to learn more about commercially growing culinary herbs for market. The workshop is two days*. Day 1 (8/8 3pm) will be by zoom and Day 2 (8/9 3pm) we will visit a successful herb grower’s farm. Herbs are valuable for culinary\, cosmetic\, medicinal\, and ornamental products\, offering a world of possibilities to sell locally and regionally. They can be sold as live plants all season long\, sold freshly cut for culinary use\, made into herbal bouquets\, teas\, used in fermentation or dried and used in herbal crafts. \n*It isn’t necessary to attend both events. Registering will ensure you a spot on the farm tour as we are limiting that number. Once the registration is full for the event we will open to zoom participants only. You can let us know your preference during the registration process. If you need a scholarship to attend just let us know by email.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/growing-culinary-herbs-successfully-on-your-farm/
LOCATION:Rayburn Farms\, Barnardsville\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
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SUMMARY:Canning Basics
DESCRIPTION:Canning is the perfect way to preserve the flavor of your favorite foods at their freshest so you can enjoy them all year long. However\, if you’re new to canning\, it can be quite overwhelming. In our Canning Basics class\, we’ll discuss the water-bath canning process in detail; you’ll even get some hands-on practice to perfect your technique! We’ll also cover the necessary equipment and ingredients to help you create a fruit jam that is safe and delicious. To top it off\, you’ll leave with the fruits of your labor! \nThis is a two day course offered by NC BioNetwork. Day 1 (8/8) will be held from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\, Day 2 (8/9) will be held from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/canning-basics/
LOCATION:Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College\, Enka\, 1459 Sand Hill Rd\, Candler\, NC\, 28715\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T170000
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SUMMARY:2022 Tomato Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 2022 Tomato Field Day\, which will begin at 8 am on Thursday\, August 11th\, 2022. We will begin the day with registration and a vendor tradeshow. Afterward\, ride around the Center to enjoy stops at our Tomato Breeding\, Pathology\, Entomology\, and other research plots. A complimentary lunch will also be served.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2022-tomato-field-day/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T130000
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SUMMARY:Basics of Dairy Foods
DESCRIPTION:Hands-on short course for anyone interested in value-added dairy processing! NC State Extension is offering a short course on the basics of dairy food processing on August 11th and 12th. The course is geared toward small operations and will have a half day\, hands-on demonstration for yogurt production. The cost if you register before August 5th is $200.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/basics-of-dairy-foods/
LOCATION:Schaub Hall\, NC State University\, 400 Dan Allen Dr\, 400 Dan Allen Dr\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T193000
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SUMMARY:Bouquet Making Workshop at Springhouse Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Springhouse Farm and Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture for an evening in the flower field! We will start the evening with a farm tour of Springhouse farm. This will be followed by a bouquet making workshop and everyone will have the opportunity to make their own bouquet. \nThis will be followed by a potluck in Springhouse farm’s new pavilion! We are planning to fire up their wood fired oven to make pizzas\, so please bring a topping to share and/or another dish to share. The dough\, sauce and cheese will be provided. Please bring your own plate\, utensils and drinking vessel. (We will have paper products available too). \nThe cost of the workshop is on a sliding scale from $10-$30. Please pay what you what you can. \nWear comfortable shoes for walking and bring a water bottle. \nThis workshop is part of Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture’s 2022 CRAFT Workshop Series. Blue Ridge Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT) cultivates meaningful mentor relationships between aspiring and experienced farmers.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/bouquet-making-workshop-at-springhouse-farm/
LOCATION:Springhouse Farm\, 433 Silverstone Road\, Vilas\, NC\, 28692\, United States
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SUMMARY:Growing Faith Farms Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an action-packed day with outdoor activities including: axe throwing\, corn hole\, a bouncy house for the kids\, petting zoo\, craft vendors\, food and live entertainment. Our sunflower field should be in full bloom as well as several of our other cut flowers. For a nominal fee you\ncan cut your own bouquet and bring it home. \nLive Music \n11:00 a.m. Backstreet \n2:00 p.m. Bryan Osborne and the Ashe Mountain Boys \n5:00 p.m. Nite Company \nFood Trucks include:\nDixie Donuts\nSoul to Bowl\nBJs Fry Shack\nAngry Troll Brewing
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/growing-faith-farms-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Growing Faith Farms\, Russell Gap Rd.\, Moravian Falls\, NC\, 28654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T173000
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SUMMARY:2022 Piedmont NC Strawberry Preplant Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Strawberry Growers: Whether you are a new farmer or an established producer looking to expand your customer base\, this workshop will offer an overview of current strawberry production and marketing strategies for the piedmont of North Carolina. \n 
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2022-piedmont-nc-strawberry-preplant-meeting/
LOCATION:Alexander County Soil & Water\, 151 W Main Ave\, Taylorsville\, NC\, 28681\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T140000
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SUMMARY:Assessing Value-Added Dairy Business Expansion Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Southeast Dairy Business Innovation Initiative (SDBII) is hosting a series of workshops focused on assessing value-added dairy business expansion tools. Topics will include the following: Questions to consider when expanding your operation; tools for analyzing feasibility and profitability; Case study – growing a value-added dairy enterprise at Middle Tennessee State University Creamery; and applying for the value-added producer grant to help expand your business. Hal Pepper from University of Tennessee’s Center for Profitable Agriculture and Sarah Cornelisse from Penn State Extension are the instructors. NC State Extension is hosting this series at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research & Extension Center in Mills River (8/25) and the Chatham County Extension Center in Pittsboro (8/26).
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/assessing-value-added-dairy-business-expansion-workshop/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research Station\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T035332
CREATED:20220608T164721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T164721Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Fresh for Health Regional Symposium at Hendersonville Farmers Market
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-hendersonville-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Hendersonville Farmers Market\, 650 Maple Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:ASAP Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T113000
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SUMMARY:August 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/august-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:20220830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T193000
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CREATED:20220811T161705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T142405Z
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SUMMARY:Market Readiness Series: Accepting SNAP/EBT Payments
DESCRIPTION:Join us August 30 from 6-7:30 PM EDT for the fourth installment of our Market Readiness Series focusing on how farmers can become certified SNAP/EBT retailers and sell directly to SNAP shoppers in their community. \nWe will be joined by RAFI-USA’s own Angel Woodrum and Lisa Misch who will share the ins and outs of how to apply for SNAP retailer certification and begin accepting payments. We will also be joined by farmers who have experience accepting SNAP/EBT payments and adapting their local food markets to better reach low-income shoppers.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/market-readiness-series-accepting-snap-ebt-payments/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T201500
DTSTAMP:20260611T035332
CREATED:20220825T202853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T202853Z
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SUMMARY:Info Session Farm Beginnings- Organic Growers School
DESCRIPTION:Farm Beginnings is training the next generation of farmers in the many skills that are required to start and expand a successful farm business: passion\, clear goals\, production experience\, financial and marketing know-how\, and more. Come to our Information Session to learn about program curriculum\, components\, instructors\, scholarships and course specifics. Farm Beginnings® will help you build these skills through one year of farmer-led training\, mentoring\, and networking. We support individuals to clarify your goals and strengths\, develop agricultural skills and grow profitable\, equitable and ecologically sound farm businesses.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/info-session-farm-beginnings-organic-growers-school/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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