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SUMMARY:Sourdough Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own sourdough bread with ISU Extension at this Sourdough Workshop! \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nTake Home Your Own Starter- to\ncontinue your baking at home.\nMix\, Stretch\, and Fold a Mini Loaf- learn\nthe essential techniques for creating\nthe perfect loaf of bread and take home\na mini loaf to ferment and bake.\nTaste and Explore- sample a batch of\nfermented focaccia and discover the\nuse of sourdough discard and an active\nstarter.\n\nCost is $50. \nRegister at go.iastate.edu/U79SGU \nContact Jill Weber\, Health and Human Sciences Educator\, at jrweber@iastate.edu or call (319)234-6811 for more information.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/sourdough-workshop/
LOCATION:Oneota Coop Kitchen\, 312 W. Water Street\, Decorah\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Producer Workshop
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SUMMARY:CVRFFN Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Topic: How to Find Local Food in the Cedar Valley Region \nYou will hear from Hansen’s Dairy\, We Arose\, and other farmers markets. \nPlus\, learn more about Grow.Eat.Play and how it can help you find local foods. The 2025 Cedar Valley Local Food Guide will be available! \nCedar Valley Regional Food & Farm Network is a coalition of individuals\, food and farm businesses\, the UNI Local Food Program\, Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, Iowa State University Extension & Outreach\, Black Hawk County Health Department\, and other community organizations & leaders working together to positively impact the local food system.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cvrffn-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, 1605 Lafayette St.\, Waterloo\, Iowa\, 50703
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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SUMMARY:Best Practices for Food Entrepreneurs Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for an educational workshop designed with food entrepreneurs in mind. What you’ll learn: \n\nUnderstand the guidelines\, food safety\,\nand the science supporting the\nguidelines for home food entrepreneurs.\nPractice and use the testing equipment\nrequired for home food entrepreneurs\nand be able to complete batch records.\nGenerate appropriate food labels for\nfoods sold from their homes.\nBe equipped to adopt food safety best\npractices for consistent\, high-quality\nproducts in their home food business.\n\nRegistration costs $85.\nRegister at: Best Practices \nContact Jill Weber\, Health and Human Sciences Educator\, for more information at jrweber@iastate.edu or call (319)234-6811.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/best-practices-for-food-entrepreneurs-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Fayette County  Extension office\, 218 S Main Street\, Fayette\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Producer Workshop
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SUMMARY:Best Practices for Food Entrepreneurs Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for an educational workshop designed with food entrepreneurs in mind. What you’ll learn: \n\nUnderstand the guidelines\, food safety\,\nand the science supporting the\nguidelines for home food entrepreneurs.\nPractice and use the testing equipment\nrequired for home food entrepreneurs\nand be able to complete batch records.\nGenerate appropriate food labels for\nfoods sold from their homes.\nBe equipped to adopt food safety best\npractices for consistent\, high-quality\nproducts in their home food business.\n\nRegistration costs $85.\nRegister at: Best Practices \nContact Jill Weber\, Health and Human Sciences Educator\, for more information at jrweber@iastate.edu or call (319)234-6811.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/best-practices-for-food-entrepreneurs-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Iowa State Extension & Outreach Black Hawk County Public Health\, 3420 University Avenue\, Waterloo\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Local Producer Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T150000
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CREATED:20250415T141014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T141024Z
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SUMMARY:Best Practices for Food Entrepreneurs Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for an educational workshop designed with food entrepreneurs in mind. What you’ll learn: \n\nUnderstand the guidelines\, food safety\,\nand the science supporting the\nguidelines for home food entrepreneurs.\nPractice and use the testing equipment\nrequired for home food entrepreneurs\nand be able to complete batch records.\nGenerate appropriate food labels for\nfoods sold from their homes.\nBe equipped to adopt food safety best\npractices for consistent\, high-quality\nproducts in their home food business.\n\nRegistration costs $85.\nRegister at: Best Practices \nContact Jill Weber\, Health and Human Sciences Educator\, for more information at jrweber@iastate.edu or call (319)234-6811.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/best-practices-for-food-entrepreneurs-workshop/
LOCATION:Winneshiek County Extension and Outreach\, 2316 Sweet Parkway Road\, Decorah\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Producer Workshop
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SUMMARY:Iowa Eats Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Eats Food & Drink Festival is a one-day celebration of Iowa food and drink. Get ready for the ultimate Iowa foodie experience! \n\nThe Iowa Eats Food & Drink Festival is bringing you a full menu of excitement on April 5! Join us for live cooking demonstrations and hands-on classes led by top local chefs.\n\n\nDon’t miss your chance to savor\, sip\, and learn! Tickets are on sale now – grab yours today and be part of this delicious journey!
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/iowa-eats-festival-2/
LOCATION:Iowa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Eats":MAILTO:info@iowaeatsfestival.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250404T210000
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CREATED:20250313T131330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T131330Z
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SUMMARY:Empty Bowls (Northeast Iowa Food Bank)
DESCRIPTION:There are still some tickets available for Empty Bowls! Check out the press release for more information: https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/…/67d1ae04c757b24988…\n\n\n\nTo purchase tickets\, visit neifb.org.\n\n\nSee you April 4th!\n\n\n\n#neifb #everymealeverydayeveryone #emptybowls2025 #emptybowls
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/empty-bowls-northeast-iowa-food-bank/
LOCATION:Iowa
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250329T103000
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting and Your Garden- Waverly
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start seeds and manage your home garden. Materials provided. \n\n\n\n\n Contact Ron Lenth (319) 882-4275
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/seed-starting-and-your-garden-waverly/
LOCATION:Waverly Public Library\, 1500 W. Bremer\, Waverly\, Iowa\, 50677
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop,Grow. Eat. Play.
ORGANIZER;CN="Bremer County ISU Extension":MAILTO:rlenth@iastate.edu
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SUMMARY:Better Conversations: Engaging Eaters with Taste & Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:Better Conversations: Engaging Eaters with Taste & Nutrition with Jenn Pope\, RD (Virtual Workshop)\n \nTo equip farmers\, food producers\, and market vendors with practical tools to engage customers more effectively\, learn how to answer common questions like “What would I even do with this?” by focusing on taste\, simple preparation tips\, and nutritional benefits. This class will also help you craft better social media posts that highlight your products and connect with customers. Whether you’re at the farmers market or online\, you’ll gain strategies to boost engagement and build stronger customer relationships. Class will be held via Zoom. Registration required (see below). \nAbout Jenn\nJenn Pope\, Registered Dietitian\, has been taking a food-first approach for over 3 years\, helping clients use whole foods as the foundation of their nutrition journey. With a degree from Iowa State University and a Master’s in Nutrition Diagnostics\, Jenn combines her extensive knowledge with practical\, realistic strategies for healthy eating. \nHer passion for nutrition began in high school\, where she experienced firsthand how food impacted her athletic performance. Today\, she uses that passion to make nutrition approachable\, focusing on taste and simplicity through Roots Nutrition Counseling in Mason City. Jenn loves working in her garden\, cooking up new recipes\, and finding ways to make healthy food taste great. She’s excited to share her expertise with you!
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/better-conversations-engaging-eaters-with-taste-nutrition/
LOCATION:Iowa
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250327T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250327T203000
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SUMMARY:Black Hawk SWCD's Award Banquet & 80th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, March 27\, 2025\, from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Diamond Event Center in the Western Home Communities as we celebrate the Black Hawk SWCD’s legacy of conservation. In 2025\, the Black Hawk SWCD will commemorate 80 years of service to the county in their mission to protect the land\, soil\, and water. The 2025 Conservation Awards will be presented to recipients followed by keynote speaker. \n  \nTicket price $20 each – meal choice of chicken\, beef\, or vegetarian. Contact Jenna at jenna.curran@ia.nacdnet.net for more information or to purchase tickets in person. \nNOTE: When purchasing tickets online\, the ticket price includes a $1.00 fee for the transaction.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/black-hawk-swcds-award-banquet-80th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Diamond Event Center\, 5307 Caraway Ln.\, Cedar Falls\, IA\, 50613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Hawk County Soil and Water Conservation District":MAILTO:jenna.curran@ia.nacdnet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250322T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250322T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20250220T152737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T152737Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting and Your Garden- Denver
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start seeds and manage your home garden. Materials provided. \n\n\n\n\n Contact Ron Lenth (319) 882-4275
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/seed-starting-and-your-garden-denver/
LOCATION:Denver Public Library\, 100 Washington St.\, Denver\, Iowa\, 50622
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop,Grow. Eat. Play.
ORGANIZER;CN="Bremer County ISU Extension":MAILTO:rlenth@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20250220T152026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T152026Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Pruning Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn the proper fruit tree pruning techniques and then help prune the Waverly Community Sharing Orchard. No registration required\, free to attend.\nInstructor: Patrick O’Malley (319) 337-2145
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning-workshops/
LOCATION:Waverly Orchard\, 3rd St SW and 7th Ave SW\, Waverly\, Iowa\, 50677
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Bremer County ISU Extension":MAILTO:rlenth@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20250220T154320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T154741Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting Workshop - Waterloo
DESCRIPTION:The workshops will be held in Conference Room A at the Extension office at 3420 University Avenue in Waterloo. Starting soil and seeds will be provided\, some containers will be available\, but attendees are asked to bring np more than 24 small pots or 2 starting trays. The starters will go home with the attendees. \nThis workshop is free\, but space is limited. Anyone interested is asked to pre-register for only one class by calling (319) 234-6811 or emailing seilers@iastate.edu.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/seed-starting-workshop-waterloo-2/
LOCATION:Iowa State Extension & Outreach Black Hawk County Public Health\, 3420 University Avenue\, Waterloo\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20250220T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T154025Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting Workshop - Waterloo
DESCRIPTION:The workshops will be held in Conference Room A at the Extension office at 3420 University Avenue in Waterloo. Starting soil and seeds will be provided\, some containers will be available\, but attendees are asked to bring np more than 24 small pots or 2 starting trays. The starters will go home with the attendees. \nThis workshop is free\, but space is limited. Anyone interested is asked to pre-register for only one class by calling (319) 234-6811 or emailing seilers@iastate.edu.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/seed-starting-workshop-waterloo/
LOCATION:Iowa State Extension & Outreach Black Hawk County Public Health\, 3420 University Avenue\, Waterloo\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250302T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250302T163000
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CREATED:20250220T145408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T145518Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Gardening in Waterloo
DESCRIPTION:Topics for this workshop include: Planning & preparation for the growing season\, pest management\, and small space gardening tips & tricks. Presentations will be translated to Spanish\, Burmese\, and French. Light snacks provided. This is a free event. There will be two back-to-back sessions of the same presentation offered on Sunday March 2\, 2025 at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM in the Town Hall room at the Waterloo Center for the Arts 225 Commercial St\, Waterloo\, IA 50701. \nFind this event on the SWCD Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BlackHawkSWCD1
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/urban-gardening-in-waterloo/
LOCATION:Waterloo Center for the Arts\, 225 Commercial Street\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Hawk County Soil and Water Conservation District":MAILTO:jenna.curran@ia.nacdnet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250302T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250302T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20250220T153044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T153044Z
UID:3090-1740920400-1740925800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Urban Gardening in Waterloo
DESCRIPTION:Topics for this workshop include: Planning & preparation for the growing season\, pest management\, and small space gardening tips & tricks. Presentations will be translated to Spanish\, Burmese\, and French. Light snacks provided. This is a free event. There will be two back-to-back sessions of the same presentation offered on Sunday March 2\, 2025 at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM in the Town Hall room at the Waterloo Center for the Arts 225 Commercial St\, Waterloo\, IA 50701. \nFind this event on the SWCD Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BlackHawkSWCD1
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/urban-gardening-in-waterloo-2/
LOCATION:Waterloo Center for the Arts\, 225 Commercial Street\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Black Hawk County Soil and Water Conservation District":MAILTO:jenna.curran@ia.nacdnet.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20250220T150346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T150346Z
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SUMMARY:WUFM Spring Breakout Pre-Season Market
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a taste of spring at the Waterloo Urban Farmers Market’s 3rd \nAnnual Spring Breakout Pre-Season Market on Saturday\, March 1\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM \nto 2:00 PM at the Waterloo Center for the Arts. This free\, family-friendly event will feature\nover 25 local vendors offering an incredible selection of handmade and homegrown goods. \nShoppers can browse and purchase fresh-baked pies\, breads\, desserts\, home-canned goods\, \nhoney\, eggs\, arts and crafts\, home decor\, jewelry\, apparel\, and more. There will also be face \npainting for kids and a wide array of specialty items from local makers and entrepreneurs.\nDrinks will be available for purchase. \nIn addition to the market\, attendees can participate in an online silent auction benefiting the\nWaterloo Urban Farmers Market’s mission to support local small businesses and provide the\ncommunity with access to fresh\, healthy\, locally sourced foods. The auction’s theme is “Cedar \nValley Experiences\,” offering unique local adventures and activities for bidders to enjoy.\nDon’t miss this exciting opportunity to support local vendors\, discover handcrafted goods\, and\nwelcome the spring season with the Waterloo Urban Farmers Market! \nFor more details\, visit our Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/\n1DhBgs1yeN
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/wufm-spring-breakout-pre-season-market/
LOCATION:Waterloo Center for the Arts\, 225 Commercial Street\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241125T150957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T151330Z
UID:2903-1740139200-1740142800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started with eCommerce (Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your farm or food business online but not sure where to start? Setting up eCommerce can feel daunting\, but it’s an incredible opportunity to grow your reach and meet customers where they are—online. In this session\, Mallory DeVries will walk you through choosing the best platform for your business\, understanding if you’re ready for online sales\, and making eCommerce work for you. Whether you’re completely new to selling online or looking for guidance on how to improve\, this class will give you the confidence to get started. See registration below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Instructor\nMallory DeVries is a local poultry farmer and owner of TinyPlot Communications\, a marketing consulting firm that specializes in making complex topics easy to understand for mission-driven organizations. She works with Healthy Harvest of North Iowa\, farmers across Northeast Iowa\, and the Iowa Food System Coalition. With a background in corporate web design and a degree in graphic design\, Mallory brings both technical expertise and years of experience as a food system practitioner to her work\, empowering local producers to grow their businesses online.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/getting-started-with-ecommerce/
LOCATION:Iowa
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250219T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250219T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241213T193118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T221617Z
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SUMMARY:CVRFFN Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Nutrition Assistance Programs \nAGENDA \nIntroductions \nBrief overview of Nutrition Assistance Programs  \nPanel and Q & A with a farmer\, a SNAP/EBT recipient\, and more \nCreating Connections  \n\nOrganizations can share updates\nAsk for collaborators w/ upcoming events\nBring a business card for networking!\n\nCedar Valley Regional Food & Farm Network is a coalition of individuals\, food and farm businesses\, the UNI Local Food Program\, Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, Iowa State University Extension & Outreach\, Black Hawk County Health Department\, and other community organizations & leaders working together to positively impact the local food system.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cvrffn-meeting/
LOCATION:Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, 1605 Lafayette St.\, Waterloo\, Iowa\, 50703
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250205T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241212T215411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T120422Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to Fork Dinner
DESCRIPTION:This event brings together members of our community to share a table\, a story\, and a meal\, while supporting our local food system. This incredible meal will be prepared by local chefs utilizing local ingredients. \nThe event will be held at Diamond Events Center (5307 Caraway Ln\, Cedar Falls). \nThe speaker this year is Daquan Campbell\, We Arose. \nTickets are required for this event. You can find more information about ticket options and prices on our blog. \n2025 Farm to Fork Dinner \n \n 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/farm-to-fork-dinner-2/
LOCATION:Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250125T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241212T204538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T211739Z
UID:2934-1737795600-1737811800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Farmers Market Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FREE but registration required by January 15\, 2025. A light lunch will be provided.  \nREGISTER: https://forms.gle/P23RzanPWiTEbjDo7 \nThis is an opportunity for experienced vendors and new vendors to network with each other and gain knowledge about farmers markets in the Cedar Valley region. Topics with guest speakers will include the Cottage Law\, SNAP/EBT\, Double Up Food Bucks\, Veggie Vouchers\, FMNP\, marketing\, vendor booth set up\, and more.  \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jodie at jodie.huegerich@uni.edu. 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/farmers-market-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Waterloo Center for the Arts\, 225 Commercial Street\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop,Grow. Eat. Play.,Local Producer Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250122T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250122T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241212T205604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T212017Z
UID:2937-1737534600-1737541800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Local Food Producer/Buyer Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Free but registration required by January 15th.  \nREGISTER: https://forms.gle/x7oAbUgARahvrvbD8 \nThis annual event gives buyers and producers the opportunity to meet in person to make connections and learn about products available. Every buyer talks to every producer during the event.  \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jodie at jodie.huegerich@uni.edu. 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/local-food-producer-buyer-networking-event-2/
LOCATION:Diamond Event Center\, 5307 Caraway Ln.\, Cedar Falls\, IA\, 50613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop,Grow. Eat. Play.,Local Producer Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250117T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241124T211740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T151311Z
UID:2897-1737115200-1737120600@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Social Media Marketing with Amanda Severson (Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:So you have the social media accounts set up\, but now what? Posting on social media can be an overwhelming and time consuming addition to the already full plate of a small business owner. What platforms should you be on? How often should you post? What do you post? Join Amanda with Grand View Beef as she answers these questions and more during this presentation that will help you align your social media strategy with your business goals. \nAbout the Instructor\nAmanda owns Grand View Beef with her husband\, Knute\, in Clarion. She has a BA in strategic communication from Washington State University and 10+ years of marketing experience. Since its inception in 2017\, Amanda has grown the Grand View Beef customer base from one farmer’s market to now more than 1\,000 annual customers across the nation. She serves as the ‘voice’ for the Grand View Beef Instagram (@grandviewbeef) where she shares daily to an audience of more than 41\,000 followers.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/small-business-social-media-marketing-with-amanda-severson/
LOCATION:Iowa
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241213T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241124T210045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T151300Z
UID:2883-1734091200-1734094800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Linking your Food Story to the Bigger Picture with Beth Hoffman (Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this impactful virtual workshop led by journalist\, farmer\, and author Beth Hoffman\, on behalf of the Iowa Food System Coalition. In this workshop\, Beth will show you how to be a more impactful storyteller by linking your personal story to the broader issues within our food system. The workshop will consist of instruction\, writing time\, and discussion\, so bring along a notebook and pen! Registration Required(Free for HHNI/Grow. Eat. Play. Members | $20 for non-members). See below. \nBeth Hoffman has written about food and agriculture for much of her adult life and was a faculty member in the Media Studies at the University of San Francisco. She and her husband John moved in 2019 from San Francisco to rural Iowa where they farm John’s family’s 570 acres\, also known as Whippoorwill Creek Farm. She wrote the book Bet the Farm: The Dollars and Sense of Growing Food in America about their journey\, and makes regular updates on her Substack\, In the Dirt. The couple raises pasture-raised beef\, goats\, and vegetables\, and also forage for mushrooms. \nRegistration (Free for Grow. Eat. Play. Members | $20 for non-members).
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/linking-your-food-story-to-the-bigger-picture-with-beth-hoffman/
LOCATION:Iowa
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241102T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241009T152121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T152718Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Garden Symposium Black Hawk County
DESCRIPTION:The annual event is Saturday\, Nov 2 from 9am to 3:30pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Waterloo (1301 Kimball Ave). The $40 per person fee includes a light breakfast\, coffee\, a catered lunch\, and all programs. You must pre-register by emailing seilers@iastate.edu or call (319) 234-6811. \nSpeakers: \n\nJill Weber:  Human Sciences Specialist\, Food and Health – Cooking with Herbs\n\n\nAaron Steil: Statewide Consumer Horticulture Extension Specialist at Iowa State University\nEditors from Garden Gate Magazine\nJosh Spece from In The Country Grden and Gifts\nSeed Historian Sara Straate from Seed Savers Exchange in Decorah
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/fall-garden-symposium-black-hawk-county/
LOCATION:Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241028T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20241009T152839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T152839Z
UID:2873-1730138400-1730142000@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Community\, The Role of Community Gardens
DESCRIPTION:6 pm at the Cedar Falls Public Library \nSarah Steinmeyer from the UNI Local Foods Program will present Cultivating Community\, The Role of Community Gardens \nDoors open at 5:30. The classes is free and open to the public.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cultivating-community-the-role-of-community-gardens/
LOCATION:Cedar Falls Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241013T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20240806T113328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T113328Z
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SUMMARY:We Arose Bike Ride Series
DESCRIPTION:The We Ride Bike Series is here to encourage beginners and casual riders to get active and be included in organized rides. Join the crew and experience themed routes designed to highlight our local community in Waterloo and surrounding areas.\n\nRegister for this season’s series at bit.ly/2024weride\n\nThe We Ride Series happens on the 2nd Sunday of each month (May through October) and start at 10:00 AM at the We Arose Demonstration Garden located at 300 Peek St in Waterloo.\n\nAdditional details will be announced on the We Arose and Waterloo Bicycle Works Facebook and Instagram pages. Participants are encouraged to join our We Ride Bike Community group on Facebook.\n\nThis ride series happens through a partnership between We Arose and Waterloo Bicycle Works.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/we-arose-bike-ride-series-2/
LOCATION:300 Peek St. Waterloo
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20240806T114212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T114212Z
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SUMMARY:Down on the Farm Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Plan to join their cows for breakfast on Saturday\, Sept. 28\, at Hansen’s Dairy Tour Center in Hudson. You’ll enjoy a bounty of local food and farm activities during this family-friendly and traditionally sold-out event. \nTickets go on sale Sept. 1 at hansendairy.com.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/down-on-the-farm-breakfast/
LOCATION:Hansen’s Dairy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20240910T192905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T192905Z
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SUMMARY:Rooted Carrot Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bring all of your friends to celebrate Iowa Local Food Day at the 2024 Fall Food Fest! \nWe are excited to be bringing back the Rooted Carrot Co-op Fall Food Fest this year! Past Fall Food Fests have attracted 250-300 people to learn about local foods & products\, and meet the people who are working hard to grow and produce them. \nThe 2024 Fall Food Fest will be held on Iowa Local Food Day\, Wednesday\, September 25 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Cedar Falls Community Center\, adjacent to the Cedar Falls Public Library. \nIt will be a free\, family-friendly event open to the community. \nThere will be: \n\nChildren’s activities!\nLive music! Addison Payne and Mathew Bancroft Smithe will play from their repertoire of American string band music\nDoor prizes!\nPhoto booth!\n\nOh La La Crepes! will have sweet crepes with Fall fillings & GF options starting at 6:00. \nVendors will have samples and items available for purchase\, including: \n\nCountry View Dairy with chocolate milk and frozen yogurt\nIowa Miso with miso on veggies\nHockey’s Smokehouse with seasoning blends\nLa Petit with pain au chocolat\, mini fruit tarts\, mini lemon tarts\, & sourdough\nThinkwell Coffee\nUNI Local Food Program with an informational table\n\nAnd more surprises are being planned and more vendors being added! Stay tuned to the Fall Festival event page for updated information. \n 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/rooted-carrot-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Community Center Cedar Falls
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240921T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214546
CREATED:20240806T113946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T113946Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to Table Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Hansen Dairy is excited to bring you another gourmet dinner experience against the scenic backdrop of our farm’s Tour Center pond. \nSave the date for their annual Farm to Table Dinner on Sept. 21. You’ll enjoy an upscale\, four-course meal featuring locally sourced foods prepared by Chef Zach Gardner of The Spire. \nThe sell-out event takes place from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $75 and seating is limited to 50 guests. Bring a date or make it an evening out with friends! Guests must be 21 or older. \nTickets go on sale Sept. 1 at hansendairy.com.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/farm-to-table-dinner/
LOCATION:Hansen’s Dairy
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