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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250302T143000
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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-2/
LOCATION:Waterloo Center for the Arts\, 225 Commercial Street\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T130000
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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:IA
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250219T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
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:20260423T231938
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:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250125T133000
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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:20260423T231938
CREATED:20241212T205604Z
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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:20260423T231938
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:IA
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241213T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241213T130000
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CREATED:20241124T210045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T151300Z
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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:IA
CATEGORIES:Grow. Eat. Play.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241102T153000
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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:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241028T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20241009T152839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T152839Z
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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:20260423T231938
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:20260423T231938
CREATED: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:20260423T231938
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:20260423T231938
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240915T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240910T175906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T175906Z
UID:2863-1726408800-1726416000@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Practical Farmers of Iowa Field Day at Paha Cider
DESCRIPTION:Paha Cider will host a Practical Farmers of Iowa field day on Sunday\, September 15 at our farm in Waverly! #pfifieldday\n\n\nThey will be sharing info about operations at Solstice Farm and Paha Cider\, including:\n\n\nRotationally grazing turkeys\, broilers and layers with horticultural crops\n\n\nGrazing broilers in contained tractors among an orchard\n\n\nEstablishing an apple orchard with around 30 varieties for cider and multipurpose use\n\n\nIntercropping aronia berries\, elderberries and honeyberries with apples\, pears and cherries\n\n\nA tour of the Paha Cider operations\n\n\nField days are free and open to everyone!\n\n\n Register here:\nhttps://practicalfarmers.org/.../diversifying-the-farm/
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/practical-farmers-of-iowa-field-day-at-paha-cider/
LOCATION:Paha Cider
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240914T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240710T170814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T174034Z
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SUMMARY:Coalition Cookout with the Iowa Food System Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Calling all coalition members\, partners\, supporters and your families. You are all invited to the attend first annual IFSC Coalition Cookout to be held on Saturday September 14th\, 3-7pm at the home of our Executive Director Chris Schwartz\, located at 214 Highland blvd in Waterloo. \nIowa produced brats\, hot dogs\, and a vegetarian option will be provided as well as beverages. You are asked to bring a dish to share that features Iowa grown and produced products. There will be live music from Chris’s band The Harmony Electric as well as yard games. If the weather is nice you are welcome to take a dip in the pool. \nThis event will be rain or shine with the ability to move festivities indoors if need be. \nCome and celebrate all that the coalition has accomplished this year as we strengthen the bonds that connect us. \nRSVP using this link! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/coalition-cookout-ifsc-tickets-989115299487?aff=oddtdtcreator \n 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/iowa-food-system-coalition-potluck/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
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UID:2815-1726131600-1726140600@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Food System Coalition/RFSWG Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a quarterly coalition meeting. We will have a guest speaker. We will also have information about the plan\, Setting the Table for All Iowans and updates from each priority team. Register HERE for this Zoom meeting! 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/iowa-food-system-coalition-rfswg-meeting/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240908T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240806T113057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T173132Z
UID:2840-1725789600-1725796800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
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/
LOCATION:300 Peek St. Waterloo
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240828T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240710T165527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T112648Z
UID:2812-1724835600-1724853600@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:CVRFFN Coalition Meeting/Tour Gardens in Vinton
DESCRIPTION:8:45 am-9:00 am arrive at ISU Extension\n9 am Leave ISU Extension for Vinton (We will carpool and each put in a few dollars for gas.)\n10 am-noon Tour gardens in Vinton\nnoon-1 pm lunch (each person pays for their own)\n2 pm arrive at ISU Extension
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cvrffn-coalition-meeting-tour-gardens-in-vinton/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240710T164943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T112324Z
UID:2808-1723395600-1723402800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Valley Farm Crawl After-Party
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the Farm Crawl After-Party!  \nThe party will begin with a tour of the We Arose Demonstration Garden and high tunnel at 5 pm. \nFood will be available for purchase from Concept Kitchen! They use local\, fresh ingredients. They cater and serve food at Second State Brewery. \nLearn more about Rooted Carrot Co-op Market\, Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI)\, and SILT (Sustainable Iowa Land Trust)! \nNo registration required. The After-Party is open to the public and all farm crawl participants. \n 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cedar-valley-farm-crawl-after-party/
LOCATION:300 Peek St. Waterloo
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240322T111618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T112448Z
UID:2730-1723381200-1723395600@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Valley Farm Crawl
DESCRIPTION:This is a family-friendly event for all ages and gives the public an opportunity to meet local producers and learn more about what locally grown or produced food is available. \nRegister HERE for the event. Registration closes August 5th. There are a limited number of tickets available (25 vehicles and 25 bike riders) so register soon! $20/vehicle and $10/adult bike rider (18 years and older). All ages welcome but there is only a fee for adults. \nNew in 2024! There will be local food tastings at each location and a guided route for both vehicles and bike riders! \nThe event starts and ends at Cunningham Elementary in Waterloo\, 1224 Mobile St\, Waterloo\, IA 50703 \nVehicle Route and participating locations \nCook’s Fruits and Vegetables\, Fitkin Popcorn\, Litteaur’s Garden Produce\, Varda Farms & Apiary\, and We Arose Demonstration Garden. \nBike Route and participating locations \nWe Arose demonstration garden\, Jesse Cosby Neighborhood Center garden\, Litteaur’s Garden Produce\, Northeast Iowa Food Bank garden\, and Peoples Community Health Clinic garden. The bike route is approximately 15 miles. \nContact: Jodie Huegerich at jodie.huegerich@uni.edu \n  \n 
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/farm-crawl/
LOCATION:TBD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240522T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20231116T223918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T223918Z
UID:2409-1716390000-1716393600@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:CVRFFN Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Anyone is welcome to attend!  The coalition is a group of individuals\, food and farm businesses\, UNI Local Food Program\, Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, Iowa State University Extension & Outreach\, and other community organizations & leaders working together to positively impact the local food system.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cvrffn-coalition-meeting-11/
LOCATION:Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, 1605 Lafayette St.\, Waterloo\, Iowa\, 50703
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240522T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20231116T223944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T223944Z
UID:2410-1716386400-1716390000@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Food Access Collective Action Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Food Access Collective Action Subcommittee will be action oriented and function as a working group to bring collaboration and partnership to systems level work for larger scale grants\, policy\, and built environment change in the Cedar Valley around access to food. For the intent of this group\, food access refers to the stable availability of nourishing\, affordable\, and culturally relevant foods.  Key projects will be worked on through first evaluating local food systems with data and research\, secondly collaborating solutions to system problems by partnering with organizations and businesses\, and thirdly increase coordination of food system resources within the community.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/food-access-collective-action-subcommittee-6/
LOCATION:Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, 1605 Lafayette St.\, Waterloo\, Iowa\, 50703
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240215T170114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T170114Z
UID:2530-1712401200-1712422800@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Eats Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Eats Food & Drink Festival is the first and only event in Eastern Iowa to feature all Iowa foods\, products\, chefs\, authors and agriculture-related products. Taking place April 6\, 2024\, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.\, at Waterloo Convention Center\, attendees will enjoy a one-day celebration of food and beverage tasting\, cooking and product demonstrations\, live entertainment and more.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/iowa-eats-festival/
LOCATION:Waterloo Convention Center
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240322T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20240215T170442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T170442Z
UID:2532-1711130400-1711141200@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:2024 Empty Bowls
DESCRIPTION:The annual NEIFB Empty Bowls event will be held on Friday\, March 22nd\, 2024\, from 6-9pm at the Hilton Garden Inn.\nThroughout the event attendees will join us in learning about our mission of providing meals to those in need which includes awareness to all the empty bowls in our community\, while having the opportunity to bid on both live and silent auctions. All participants will receive a handcrafted soup bowl\, symbolizing all the empty bowls in our community.\nWorking together we can strive to eliminating food insecurity it by collaborating\, educating and advocating.\nAll proceeds directly fund our eight programs that assist the food insecure across northeast Iowa. Join us for a meal and an opportunity to purchase raffle tickets and bid on items from the Green Bay Packers\, Iowa Cubs\, local businesses\, experience destinations and even a chance to bid on NCAA Men’s Final four basketball tickets.\nMark your calendars\, you won’t want to miss this great event! Early bird discount on tickets now through February 16th\nAll funds raised directly support the vision of ensuring Every Meal. Every Day. For Everyone!\nIf you have any questions or have items or skills to donate for our auction prizes this year\, please reach out to Jared\, our Community Engagement Manager.\nEmail: jfeigenbaum@neifb.org\nDirect line: 319.304.9147
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/2024-empty-bowls/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T231938
CREATED:20231116T223700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T171725Z
UID:2405-1710946800-1710950400@cvfoodfarmnetwork.org
SUMMARY:CVRFFN Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month’s topic is Community Gardens! There will be a community green spaces panel to speak about gardening\, trees and food donation. \nAnyone is welcome to attend!  The coalition is a group of individuals\, food and farm businesses\, UNI Local Food Program\, Northeast Iowa Food Bank\, Iowa State University Extension & Outreach\, and other community organizations & leaders working together to positively impact the local food system.
URL:https://cvfoodfarmnetwork.org/event/cvrffn-coalition-meeting-10/
LOCATION:Black Hawk County Public Health\, 1407 Independence Ave\, Waterloo\, IA\, United States
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