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SUMMARY:May Organic Plant Sale: Curbside Pickup
DESCRIPTION:Thank you so much for supporting Rodale Institute! While we’re still taking plant orders\, we have only limited quantities still available (view the plant list below). For those who’ve sent in an email order\, we apologize for the delay in processing them. We could not anticipate the overwhelming response to our product\, and we’re still working through these orders. \nView our plant list! \nCan’t wait to get your hands in the dirt? We have everything you need to get your organic garden going and growing! At Rodale Institute’s largest organic plant sale of the year\, you can purchase certified organic plants (including vegetables\, herbs\, and flowers)\, compost\, seeds\, and more! \nTo keep our customers safe\, we’re only accepting pre-orders over the phone and by email. Then you can visit the farm\, pick up your pre-boxed plants from our trained staff\, and you’re ready to plant! How to pre-order: \n1. View our list of available plants and pricing. Quantities are limited and first come\, first serve. \n\nOrder via phone (April 27 – May 1\, daily from 10 AM – 4 PM EST): Call any of the phone numbers listed below to place your order and pay. Be sure to let them know if you want to add any seeds\, soil mixes\, seed potatoes\, or pork to your order!\n\n(610) 551-0131   • • •   (215) 715-4515   • • •   (610) 762-1871   • • •   (610) 207-2644 \nIf you are unable to reach someone\, please leave your name and phone number (not your full plant sale order\, please!) and a staff member will return your call. \n\nOrder via email: Due to the overwhelming response to our online plant sale\, we have temporarily paused further email orders. If you have already emailed your order\, you will receive a call to complete the process. Please do not resubmit your order via phone. For all new orders\, please call as indicated above. Thank you so much for the overwhelming show of support!\n\n2.  From Thursday\, May 7\, until Saturday\, May 9\, you can pick-up your plant sale orders from 10 AM – 4 PM EST at Rodale Institute (611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA). Orders will be brought to your vehicle. \nNO orders will be taken over the phone or by email after May 1 at 4 PM EST. \nHappy gardening!
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/plantsale/2020-05-09/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200508T160000
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CREATED:20191212T152015Z
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SUMMARY:May Organic Plant Sale: Curbside Pickup
DESCRIPTION:Thank you so much for supporting Rodale Institute! While we’re still taking plant orders\, we have only limited quantities still available (view the plant list below). For those who’ve sent in an email order\, we apologize for the delay in processing them. We could not anticipate the overwhelming response to our product\, and we’re still working through these orders. \nView our plant list! \nCan’t wait to get your hands in the dirt? We have everything you need to get your organic garden going and growing! At Rodale Institute’s largest organic plant sale of the year\, you can purchase certified organic plants (including vegetables\, herbs\, and flowers)\, compost\, seeds\, and more! \nTo keep our customers safe\, we’re only accepting pre-orders over the phone and by email. Then you can visit the farm\, pick up your pre-boxed plants from our trained staff\, and you’re ready to plant! How to pre-order: \n1. View our list of available plants and pricing. Quantities are limited and first come\, first serve. \n\nOrder via phone (April 27 – May 1\, daily from 10 AM – 4 PM EST): Call any of the phone numbers listed below to place your order and pay. Be sure to let them know if you want to add any seeds\, soil mixes\, seed potatoes\, or pork to your order!\n\n(610) 551-0131   • • •   (215) 715-4515   • • •   (610) 762-1871   • • •   (610) 207-2644 \nIf you are unable to reach someone\, please leave your name and phone number (not your full plant sale order\, please!) and a staff member will return your call. \n\nOrder via email: Due to the overwhelming response to our online plant sale\, we have temporarily paused further email orders. If you have already emailed your order\, you will receive a call to complete the process. Please do not resubmit your order via phone. For all new orders\, please call as indicated above. Thank you so much for the overwhelming show of support!\n\n2.  From Thursday\, May 7\, until Saturday\, May 9\, you can pick-up your plant sale orders from 10 AM – 4 PM EST at Rodale Institute (611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA). Orders will be brought to your vehicle. \nNO orders will be taken over the phone or by email after May 1 at 4 PM EST. \nHappy gardening!
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/plantsale/2020-05-08/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T160000
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CREATED:20191212T152015Z
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SUMMARY:May Organic Plant Sale: Curbside Pickup
DESCRIPTION:Thank you so much for supporting Rodale Institute! While we’re still taking plant orders\, we have only limited quantities still available (view the plant list below). For those who’ve sent in an email order\, we apologize for the delay in processing them. We could not anticipate the overwhelming response to our product\, and we’re still working through these orders. \nView our plant list! \nCan’t wait to get your hands in the dirt? We have everything you need to get your organic garden going and growing! At Rodale Institute’s largest organic plant sale of the year\, you can purchase certified organic plants (including vegetables\, herbs\, and flowers)\, compost\, seeds\, and more! \nTo keep our customers safe\, we’re only accepting pre-orders over the phone and by email. Then you can visit the farm\, pick up your pre-boxed plants from our trained staff\, and you’re ready to plant! How to pre-order: \n1. View our list of available plants and pricing. Quantities are limited and first come\, first serve. \n\nOrder via phone (April 27 – May 1\, daily from 10 AM – 4 PM EST): Call any of the phone numbers listed below to place your order and pay. Be sure to let them know if you want to add any seeds\, soil mixes\, seed potatoes\, or pork to your order!\n\n(610) 551-0131   • • •   (215) 715-4515   • • •   (610) 762-1871   • • •   (610) 207-2644 \nIf you are unable to reach someone\, please leave your name and phone number (not your full plant sale order\, please!) and a staff member will return your call. \n\nOrder via email: Due to the overwhelming response to our online plant sale\, we have temporarily paused further email orders. If you have already emailed your order\, you will receive a call to complete the process. Please do not resubmit your order via phone. For all new orders\, please call as indicated above. Thank you so much for the overwhelming show of support!\n\n2.  From Thursday\, May 7\, until Saturday\, May 9\, you can pick-up your plant sale orders from 10 AM – 4 PM EST at Rodale Institute (611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA). Orders will be brought to your vehicle. \nNO orders will be taken over the phone or by email after May 1 at 4 PM EST. \nHappy gardening!
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/plantsale/2020-05-07/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T150000
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CREATED:20200420T161047Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Vermicomposting for a Bountiful Garden
DESCRIPTION:Vermicompost is the product of earthworm digestion and aerobic decomposition that uses the activities of micro- and macroorganisms at room temperature. The final product is a rich organic soil amendment containing a diversity of plant nutrients and beneficial microorganisms. \nJoin Rick Carr\, Farm Director at Rodale Institute to learn about worm biology\, how to build and manage a worm bin\, and how to troubleshoot any problems. You will also learn how to harvest and use worm castings in your garden. \nWe record all of our live broadcasts — so you can still watch this webinar! Register and pay below\, and you’ll be emailed a password. Use this password to view the webinar. \n\n \nI’ve Paid! Watch This Webinar
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-vermicomposting-for-a-bountiful-garden/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T150000
DTSTAMP:20200501T170044Z
CREATED:20191212T145638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T170044Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Organic Gardening 101
DESCRIPTION:**This workshop has been moved online as we practice social distancing in an effort to keep you and our staff safe from COVID-19. The $25 fee helps our organization offset some of the lost revenue from our spring programming. Thank you for your support.** \nFeeling that “Spring Gardening Fever” after a long winter? We have just the cure for you! Join us to learn the best practices for starting your plants from our organic experts. You will learn about equipment\, containers for indoor seed starting\, soil and seed starting mixes\, grow lights and watering schedules\, transplanting\, and how to care for your young plants so you can enjoy a bountiful summer harvest. \nWe record all of our live broadcasts — so you can still watch this webinar! Register and pay below\, and you’ll be emailed a password. Use this password to view the webinar. \n\n \nI’ve Paid! Watch This Webinar
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-gardening-101-2/
LOCATION:PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T150000
DTSTAMP:20200618T200423Z
CREATED:20191212T150428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T200423Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Innovations in Cover Crop-Based Organic No-Till Systems to Improve Soil Health and Nutrient Management
DESCRIPTION:Watch A Recording of This Webinar \nOrganic agriculture usually relies on frequent tillage for weed management. How to reduce tillage is a challenge for organic farmers. In this multi-state project funded by USDA NRCS Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG)\, Rodale Institute is working with University of Wisconsin-Madison and Iowa State University to develop and demonstrate effective organic no-till systems that build soil health and promote nutrient-conserving weed management.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-innovations-in-cover-crop-based-organic-no-till-systems-to-improve-soil-health-and-nutrient-management/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T160000
DTSTAMP:20200325T152419Z
CREATED:20191212T151744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200325T152419Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled: Earth Day at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled!\nThank you so much for your interest in this year’s Earth Day at the Farm. Unfortunately\, due to the spread of COVID-19\, and in accordance with Pennsylvania’s recommendation to suspend gatherings larger than 10 people\, we are cancelling the event. We hope to organize another volunteer day later this year\, but in the meantime\, we encourage you to get outside on your own. Garden\, go for a walk\, pick some wildflowers — and we hope to see you soon! \nJoin Rodale Institute to celebrate Earth Day by volunteering at our 333-acre organic research farm! Begin with a tour of the farm\, followed by jumping in with our farm team to help prepare for the upcoming growing season. Activities could include planting\, weeding\, caring for animals\, and more! Snacks and beverages\, as well as gardening supplies for purchase\, will be available at the Rodale Institute Visitor Center. Please dress for the farm and don’t forget your gardening gloves! \nThere is no admission fee for this event. Space is limited\, pre-registration is required. \nPlease arrive at or before 1:00 PM. Park in the Visitor Center parking lot and meet the group in front of the store. For more information please email: volunteer@rodaleinstitute.org.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/earth-day-at-the-farm-2/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T150000
DTSTAMP:20200422T205915Z
CREATED:20200325T190812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T205915Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Compost like a Pro!
DESCRIPTION:**This workshop has been moved online as we practice social distancing in an effort to keep you and our staff safe from COVID-19. The $25 fee helps our organization offset some of the lost revenue from our spring programming. Thank you for your support.** \nTaught by Rodale Institute’s Farm Director Rick Carr\, this class is designed for all individuals who wish to begin composting at home. We will teach you how to begin composting effectively in your backyard\, quickly identify and troubleshoot compost problems\, and harvest and use finished compost in your garden for improving plant growth. \nWe record all of our live broadcasts — so you can still watch this webinar! Register and pay below\, and you’ll be emailed a password. Use this password to view the webinar. \n\n \nI’ve Paid! Watch This Webinar
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/compost-like-a-pro-2/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T150000
DTSTAMP:20200618T200518Z
CREATED:20200331T152406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T200518Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Transition to Organic – A Conversation with Rodale’s Organic Crop Consultants
DESCRIPTION:Watch A Recording of This Webinar \nJoin Rodale Institute’s Organic Crop Consultants (OCCs) for a virtual seminar on transitioning to  certified organic production. We’ll discuss a multitude of topics\, from regulatory compliance to practical applications in your farming operation and recent key research findings conducted on Rodale’s farms. \nRodale Institute’s consulting program is currently helping farmers around the country successfully transition away from chemical farming into a regenerative\, organic system. \nSee instructor’s bios and read more about services provided here.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-transition-to-organic-a-conversation-with-rodales-organic-crop-consultants/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200404T160000
DTSTAMP:20200403T131203Z
CREATED:20191212T151953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T131203Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Plant Sale: Curbside Pickup
DESCRIPTION:Orders are now closed for this plant sale. If you’re still on the hunt for spring gardening supplies\, check out our May Plant Sale!\nAnxious to start your garden? Rodale Institute has the best selection of organic lettuces\, broccoli\, cauliflower\, kale\, chard\, herbs\, and more! \nTo keep our customers safe\, this year we’re only accepting pre-orders & payment via phone. Then you can simply drive up\, pick up your pre-boxed plants from our trained staff\, and you’re ready to plant!  \nTo order: \n1) View our list of available plants and pricing. Quantities are limited and first come\, first serve. \n2) Call Shawn at 610-551-0131 or Heather at 215-715-4515 to place and pay for your order. Orders can be placed Monday\, March 30 through Thursday\, April 2\, 10 AM- 4 PM. Be sure to let them know if you want to add any seeds\, compost\, books\, or gardening tools to your order! \nIf you are unable to reach someone\, please leave your name and phone number (not your full plant sale order\, please!) and a staff member will return your call. \n3) Pick-up your plant sale orders Friday\, April 3 or Saturday\, April 4\, 10 AM-4 PM at Rodale Institute (611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA). Orders will be brought to your vehicle. \nHappy gardening!
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-plant-sale/2020-04-04/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200403T160000
DTSTAMP:20200403T131203Z
CREATED:20191212T151953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T131203Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Plant Sale: Curbside Pickup
DESCRIPTION:Orders are now closed for this plant sale. If you’re still on the hunt for spring gardening supplies\, check out our May Plant Sale!\nAnxious to start your garden? Rodale Institute has the best selection of organic lettuces\, broccoli\, cauliflower\, kale\, chard\, herbs\, and more! \nTo keep our customers safe\, this year we’re only accepting pre-orders & payment via phone. Then you can simply drive up\, pick up your pre-boxed plants from our trained staff\, and you’re ready to plant!  \nTo order: \n1) View our list of available plants and pricing. Quantities are limited and first come\, first serve. \n2) Call Shawn at 610-551-0131 or Heather at 215-715-4515 to place and pay for your order. Orders can be placed Monday\, March 30 through Thursday\, April 2\, 10 AM- 4 PM. Be sure to let them know if you want to add any seeds\, compost\, books\, or gardening tools to your order! \nIf you are unable to reach someone\, please leave your name and phone number (not your full plant sale order\, please!) and a staff member will return your call. \n3) Pick-up your plant sale orders Friday\, April 3 or Saturday\, April 4\, 10 AM-4 PM at Rodale Institute (611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA). Orders will be brought to your vehicle. \nHappy gardening!
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-plant-sale/2020-04-03/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T150000
DTSTAMP:20200422T205931Z
CREATED:20191212T145909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T205931Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Tomato Grafting
DESCRIPTION:**This workshop has been moved online as we practice social distancing in an effort to keep you and our staff safe from COVID-19. The $25 fee helps our organization offset some of the lost revenue from our spring programming. Thank you for your support.** \nThis webinar will show growers and farmers of all skill levels the ancient art of grafting. We will discuss the science behind the graft as well as how grafting can improve the yields and health of the plants. We will also discuss good practices for high tunnel production of grafted and non-grafted tomato plants. The presentation will include video of grafting. \nWe record all of our live broadcasts — so you can still watch this webinar! Register and pay below\, and you’ll be emailed a password. Use this password to view the webinar. \n\n \nI’ve Paid! Watch This Webinar
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/tomato-grafting-2/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T150000
DTSTAMP:20200618T194234Z
CREATED:20191212T145742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T194234Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Organic Disease Management in Cucurbit Crops
DESCRIPTION:Watch A Recording of This Webinar \nThis webinar will discuss practical organic disease management for cucurbit crops (cucumbers\, melons\, squash) and present research data from a Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture funded project evaluating the potential of hairy vetch cover crop as a tool to suppress powdery mildew in butternut squash.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-organic-disease-management-in-cucurbit-crops/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191217T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191217T123000
DTSTAMP:20191031T195518Z
CREATED:20190723T164658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T195518Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Solutions for the Striped Cucumber Beetle
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Gladis Zinati\, director of Rodale Institute’s Vegetable Systems Trial\, will join the IPM Institute of North America’s Organic & IPM Working group to present on the use of flowering insectary plants as a biological control for the striped cucumber beetle pest. The webinar will discuss topics such as the pest life cycle\, important beneficial insects\, planting insectary plants and research results. \nRegister for Webinar
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-solutions-for-the-striped-cucumber-beetle/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T150000
DTSTAMP:20200618T200625Z
CREATED:20181212T174200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T200625Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Organic Management Options for Allium Leafminer Pest in Onion
DESCRIPTION:Watch A Recording of This Webinar \nFor vegetable growers and gardeners. Dr. Gladis Zinati\, Director of Rodale Institute’s Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)\, will share information on which organic management options are most successful for managing the allium leafminer (ALM)\, a pest that attacks onion and other allium crops including garlic\, leeks and chives.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-management-options-for-allium-leafminer-pest-in-onion/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T150000
DTSTAMP:20190301T170556Z
CREATED:20181212T173828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T170556Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Open House
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the holiday season at Rodale Institute! Come out to the farm for complimentary photos with Santa (11am to 1pm only)\, browse our selection of chemical-free Christmas trees\, build your own wreath\, enjoy festive crafts\, take advantage of sales on everything in the Garden Store\, and enjoy organic treats while sitting by the fire. \nThere is no admission fee for this event.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/winter-open-house-2019/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T150000
DTSTAMP:20200618T200716Z
CREATED:20181212T174029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T200716Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Vegetable Production and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Watch A Recording of This Webinar \nFor vegetable growers and gardeners. Dr. Gladis Zinati\, Director of the Vegetable Systems Trial (VST) at Rodale Institute\, will share updates on the side-by-side comparison of organic and conventional vegetable production systems that was started in 2017. VST\, now in its third year\, focuses on the impact of various management practices on vegetable yield\, soil health\, and nutrient density.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/vegetable-production-and-soil-health/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T150000
DTSTAMP:20191016T151910Z
CREATED:20181212T173642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191016T151910Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Families and kids of all ages are invited to come in costume for festive fun! Trick-or-treat for organic goodies at the Garden Store\, enjoy a farm-wide scavenger hunt\, partake in a fun craft activity\, and take home an organically grown pumpkin perfect for painting or carving. \nPlease note that this is a rain-or-shine event.\nThis fee includes one pumpkin. Additional pumpkins will be available for purchase.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-halloween-2019/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T150000
DTSTAMP:20190301T170459Z
CREATED:20181214T155839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T170459Z
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SUMMARY:Film Series: Food as Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community screening of the documentary film Food as Medicine in Rodale Institute’s theater\, located next to the Garden Store. \nPresented by PBS39\, Food as Medicine explores the modern-day American diet and its impact on human and environmental health. Filmed on the grounds of Rodale Institute’s 333-acre organic farm and in PBS39’s kitchen\, the film showcases the Institute’s pioneering work connecting soil health to human health. It also includes a cooking demonstration featuring chef Erik Oberholtzer\, founder of Tender Greens\, and Dr. Scott Stoll\, founder of Plantrician Project\, who make a compelling and delicious case for a whole foods\, plant-based diet. \nIn addition to viewing the film\, visitors will have the opportunity to take a self-guided walking tour of the farm and enjoy complimentary refreshments. \nThere is no fee for attending this event\, but Rodale Institute welcomes donations. No matter how large or small\, your donation goes a long way toward supporting Rodale Institute’s efforts to champion organics and create a healthier planet for all. \nAttendance limit: 48 people
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/film-series-food-as-medicine/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T150000
DTSTAMP:20200618T200755Z
CREATED:20190422T221153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T200755Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Hog Management in a Pastured System
DESCRIPTION:Watch A Recording of This Webinar \nLearn the latest updates from our organic pastured hog research project including pasture management\, parasite data and composting swine manure.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-hog-management-in-a-pastured-system/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T150000
DTSTAMP:20190301T165907Z
CREATED:20190301T151657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T165907Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Store Book Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Garden Store Book Club meets at the Garden Store on one Sunday in June\, August\, and October to discuss the current month’s selection\, enjoy complimentary refreshments and take advantage of special discounts at the Garden Store. \nJoin Garden Store Book Club
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/garden-store-book-club-meeting/2019-10-06/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191005T120000
DTSTAMP:20190301T170431Z
CREATED:20181217T144325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T170431Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Effortless Meditation™ with Greg Schweitzer
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stressed\, anxious\, or depressed\, or do you have difficulty getting restful sleep? Relief is not far away. Teacher and wellness coach Greg Schweitzer will provide a free introduction to his Effortless Meditation™ (EM) course\, where he’ll discuss the impact chronic stress has on people’s physical\, mental\, and emotional health. He’ll also examine the role of EM as an antidote to these influences. This introduction will include many real-life examples of how this meditation practice has improved the quality of people’s lives. Light refreshments will be available for attendees. \nSchweitzer trained and worked with well-known author and alternative medicine pioneer Deepak Chopra\, MD. He has been teaching meditation for more than 40 years and is bringing his introduction class to Rodale Institute for the first time. \nThere is no fee for attending this event\, but Rodale Institute welcomes donations. No matter how large or small\, your donation goes a long way toward supporting Rodale Institute’s efforts to champion organics and create a healthier planet for all. \nAttendance limit: 48 people
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/introduction-to-effortless-meditation-with-greg-schweitzer-2019-10-05/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T133000
DTSTAMP:20190927T193027Z
CREATED:20190927T193027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T193027Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Ask the Experts\, Fundamentals of Soil Health & Regenerative Ag
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Andrew Smith\, Chief Scientist of Rodale Institute\, will join NSF International to present on soil health building practices that brands can support and farmers can adopt. The webinar will discuss topics such as the soil health basics & best practices\, cost-saving techniques\, field rotations\, nutrient dense crops\, farm productivity\, and more. \nRegister for Webinar
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-ask-the-experts-fundamentals-of-soil-health-regenerative-ag/
LOCATION:Arkansas
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190922T140000
DTSTAMP:20190918T173504Z
CREATED:20190327T165530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190918T173504Z
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SUMMARY:Fall on the Farm: Kick-Off Weekend
DESCRIPTION:What’s a better time to visit a farm than harvest season? An free fall event for the whole family.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/fall-on-the-farm-kick-off-weekend/2019-09-22/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T140000
DTSTAMP:20190918T173504Z
CREATED:20190327T165530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190918T173504Z
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SUMMARY:Fall on the Farm: Kick-Off Weekend
DESCRIPTION:What’s a better time to visit a farm than harvest season? An free fall event for the whole family.
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/fall-on-the-farm-kick-off-weekend/2019-09-21/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visitor Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190919T213000
DTSTAMP:20190829T195543Z
CREATED:20190829T190828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T195543Z
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SUMMARY:On the Road: Regenerative AgTech
DESCRIPTION:Rodale Institute’s Jeff Tkach will be speaking about regenerative agriculture\, advancing technology\, and Rodale Institute’s role in the industry’s future. \nREGENERATIVE AGTECH TICKETS
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/on-the-road-regenerative-agtech/
LOCATION:WeWork HQ\, 118 West 18th St\, 2nd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:On the Road
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T130000
DTSTAMP:20190301T170347Z
CREATED:20181214T161050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T170347Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Yoga instructor Elizabeth Kawa will guide attendees through a 60-minute beginner yoga class followed by light refreshments and discussion.  Spend time in quiet contemplation while assisting with a simple task on the farm. Lastly\, wind down with a 30-minute meditation and sound healing session. \nBring a yoga mat\, appropriate shoes for work on the farm\, and water. We have re-fill stations. \nPlease note that this is a rain-or-shine event that will take place outside in ideal weather or light rain. In case of hard rain\, the event will be held in Rodale Institute’s theater\, located next to the Garden Store. \nThere is no fee for attending this event\, but Rodale Institute welcomes donations. No matter how large or small\, your donation goes a long way toward supporting Rodale Institute’s efforts to champion organics and create a healthier planet for all. \nAttendance limit: 48 people
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/yoga-on-the-farm-2019-09-14/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yoga Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190907T210000
DTSTAMP:20190116T183056Z
CREATED:20181213T194558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T183056Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Pioneer Awards
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/organic-pioneer-awards/
LOCATION:Arkansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190817T150000
DTSTAMP:20190301T170316Z
CREATED:20181214T155531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190301T170316Z
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SUMMARY:Film Series: Farmers for America
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community screening of the documentary film Farmers for America in Rodale Institute’s theater\, located next to the Garden Store. \nWho will take the reins as America’s aging population of farmers closes in on retirement? Narrated by actor Mike Rowe from the popular TV series Dirty Jobs\, this documentary takes a look at young Americans trying to make a living in agriculture while highlighting their achievements and exploring the challenges they face along their journey. \nIn addition to viewing the film\, visitors will have the opportunity to take a self-guided walking tour of the farm and enjoy complimentary refreshments. \nThere is no fee for attending this event\, but Rodale Institute welcomes donations. No matter how large or small\, your donation goes a long way toward supporting Rodale Institute’s efforts to champion organics and create a healthier planet for all. \nAttendance limit: 48 people
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/film-series-farmers-for-america/
LOCATION:Garden Store & Visitor Center\, 611 Siegfriedale Road\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190807T130000
DTSTAMP:20190611T202449Z
CREATED:20190611T202353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T202449Z
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SUMMARY:On the Road: Soil Health Field Day at Stroud Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for in-field presentations and demonstrations by research staff from Stroud Water Research Center and Rodale Institute. The program will feature a new six-year soil health study comparing organic\, conservation\, and conventional farming practices. \nQuestions? Contact Lamonte Garber at lgarber@stroudcenter.org. \nSoil Health Field Day is free and includes lunch. Registration is limited to 50 people and you must register by August 5\, 2019. \nRegister for Soil Health Field Day
URL:https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/on-the-road-soil-health-field-day-at-stroud-preserve/
LOCATION:Stroud Preserve\, 454 N Creek Rd\, West Chester\, PA\, 19382\, United States
CATEGORIES:On the Road
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