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SUMMARY:Moon Valley Farm Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us October 17 at Moon Valley Farm in Woodsboro\, MD for a special presentation honoring Moon Valley Farm owner and operator Emma Jagoz\, who will receive Rodale Institute’s Organic Stewardship Award. This award recognizes Emma’s dedication to organic agriculture and her commitment to thoughtful stewardship of the land.\nThe presentation is part of a the Moon Valley Fall Festival\, a full day of fall fun from 10 AM – 4 PM. Come meet your farmers while enjoying autumn on the farm – take a tour\, shop with local vendors\, enjoy delicious food from food trucks\, and stock up on fall favorites—including pumpkins and apples galore! \nWe will present the Organic Stewardship Award at 11:30 AM including a presentation and free Fall refreshments. We hope to see you there! \nBring your family and friends and spend the day celebrating the farm\, the farmers\, and the flavors of fall. Register Here
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/moon-valley-farm-festival/
LOCATION:Moon Valley Farm\, 9700 Gravel Hill Road\, Woodsboro\, Maryland\, 21798
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Landscaping and Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore Native Plants\, Invasive Species\, and Organic Strategies for a Thriving Garden\nThis event will involve walking the historic Rodale Founder’s Farm property\, focusing on the ecology of the existing plant communities. We will chat about the native species\, the invasive species and everything in between. You will learn about gardening and landscaping practices that will create habitat and bring wildlife into your garden. You will also learn about organic strategies for combatting invasive species and “weeds”…. though some of the most beautiful and beneficial native species are considered weeds! \n \n \n \n\n\n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/regenerative-landscaping-and-design-workshop/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute Founders Farm\, 2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, 18103
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days
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SUMMARY:Composting 101: Compost Like a Pro
DESCRIPTION:Managing a large-scale compost operation may require heavy equipment—but for home gardeners\, getting started is much simpler than you think.\nJoin us for Composting 101: Compost Like a Pro and learn how to transform everyday food scraps and yard waste into a nutrient-rich amendment for your garden. \nIn this hands-on\, in-person workshop\, we’ll break down the fundamentals of composting\, including what materials to use\, how to maintain a healthy compost system\, and simple techniques to ensure success at home. \nWhether you’re looking to reduce waste\, improve your soil\, or take a more sustainable approach to gardening\, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence to get started. \nMeet Your Instructor\nJesse holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from William Paterson University of New Jersey. After college\, he spent over fifteen years working as a manager in high-volume kitchens and farm-to-table\, fine-dining restaurants. \nThrough this experience\, Jesse recognized critical gaps in our food system and became passionate about driving meaningful change. He now serves as a Farm Operations Specialist\, focused on improving local and national food systems through regenerative organic agriculture. \nMost recently\, Jesse has been training as a compost production specialist with Rodale Institute\, where he manages the compost yard and ensures production aligns with National Organic Program standards. \n\n\n\n \nCompleting this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/composting-101-compost-like-a-pro-november/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute Founders Farm\, 2056 Minesite Rd.\, Allentown\, 18103
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beauty of the late season with a hands-on pumpkin arrangement workshop.\nIn this cozy\, creative session\, you’ll design a unique arrangement using dried flowers and pumpkins grown right here on the farm. We’ll explore techniques for working with dried materials\, layering texture\, and creating arrangements. \nWhether you’re decorating your home for Thanksgiving or simply looking for a creative way to embrace the season\, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece to take home and enjoy. \nMeet Your Instructor\nThis workshop will be led by Shawn Brown\, former owner of the renowned Lehigh Valley “Jackie and Daughter Flower Shop.” Shawn is now the Senior Visitor Experience Manager at Rodale Institute\, where she beautifies the farm by sourcing materials from the natural surroundings. \nShawn studied with the American Institute of Floral Designers and brings a thoughtful\, seasonal approach to her designs—blending natural materials with artistic technique. She loves helping others create meaningful\, beautiful pieces inspired by the time of year. \n\n\n\n\n Completing this form automatically signs you up for electronic communications from Rodale Institute. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/thanksgiving-pumpkin-centerpiece-workshop/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Field Days
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 5th to collect beautiful evergreens\, twigs\, berries\, and dried materials to create your very own fresh wreath! Participants will hand-select their natural materials and assemble them onto a wire wreath frame. We’ll provide ribbon and additional accessories so everyone can decorate their wreath for their favorite holiday.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/holiday-wreath-workshop/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
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