BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Applegate Valley Connect - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://applegateconnect.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Applegate Valley Connect REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220626T163000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220513T181127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T181127Z UID:10001449-1656082800-1656261000@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Oshala Farm Herb Camp DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 2nd Annual Oshala Farm Herb Camp!  An exciting and truly connective opportunity to meet other plant-lovers and herbal product makers from around the country\, and local herbalists to the Applegate Valley\, who are thrilled to share with us! Many workshops will be hands on! \nThis is also a wonderful time of year to enjoy the beauty of the Farm! Bring your camping gear and stay with us on our 145 acre property\, or lodge away and enjoy a little commute to some surrounding towns. \nFor more details (schedule\, teacher bios\, etc)  and to register\,   Click Here URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/oshala-farm-herb-camp/ LOCATION:Oshala Farm\, 14900 Hwy 238\, Grants Pass/Applegate\, 97527 CATEGORIES:Education,Food & Agriculture,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/IMG_6147.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oshala Farm":MAILTO:info@oshalafarm.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220902T210000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220809T195058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T195058Z UID:10002786-1662141600-1662152400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Seed to Table Dinner DESCRIPTION:Join us at Oshala Farm in the Applegate\nFriday\, September 2 at 6 pm\nLocal chef Midori Uehara will Prepare Traditional Japanese Cuisine with Foods and Flavors from the Rogue Valley\nSponsored by: Troon Vineyard\, Ashland Food Coop\, Oshala Farm\, Fry Family Farm\, Diggin’ Livin’\, Whistling Duck Farm Store\, LeMera Gardens\, and the Medford Food Coop URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/seed-to-table-dinner/ LOCATION:Oshala Farm\, 14900 Hwy 238\, Grants Pass/Applegate\, 97527 CATEGORIES:Festivals & Celebration,Food & Agriculture,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Seed-to-table-dinner-invite.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Our Family Farms":MAILTO:contact@ourfamilyfarms.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220927T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220927T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220726T174826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T174826Z UID:10002779-1664299800-1664307000@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Strategies for Farming with Drought Farm Tour Series DESCRIPTION:Strategies for Farming with Drought Farm Tour Series: Aug 23 – Sep 27\, 2022 \nNo Till/low-till\, Dry Farming @ SOREC: 8/23/22 5:30 – 7:30pm \nTarping and Regenerative Agriculture Practices @ Tikkum Olam Farm: 9/6/22 5:30 – 7:30pm \nWater Catchment\, Swales\, Key Line Design\, and Drip Irrigation @ Wolf Gulch Farm: 9/20/22 5:30 – 7:30pm \nStrategies for Pastureland @ Martin Family Ranch: 9/27/22 5:30 – 7:30pm \nSelect one class for $20 or the whole series for $70. \nRegistration required and space is limited: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/smallfarms/southern/events/strategies-farming-drought-farm-tour-series URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/strategies-for-farming-with-drought-farm-tour-series/2022-09-27/ CATEGORIES:Education,Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/farmer-ed-flyer-july-2022.png ORGANIZER;CN="Our Family Farms":MAILTO:contact@ourfamilyfarms.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220930T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220930T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220531T174427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T191730Z UID:10002662-1664557200-1664566200@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Murphys Outdoor Market – Farmers Market DESCRIPTION: A new Farmers Market in Murphy! Come enjoy the bounty of the valley every Friday from 5:00-7:30pm! Fresh produce\, art\, body products\, herbal medicine\, coffee\, food vendors and more! We are located at 6890 Williams Highway\, Grants Pass\, OR 97527 near the Hidden Valley Market. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/murphys-outdoor-market-farmers-market/2022-09-30/ LOCATION:6890 Williams Highway CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/gather-bread-murphy-market-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221003T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221003T183000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220531T171455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T171455Z UID:10002644-1664812800-1664821800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Williams Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:This sweet market is set in a shady 5-acre property with playgrounds and sprinklers in the summer. We feature organic produce\, bread\, popcicles\, crafts\, plant starts\, floral bouquets\, herbal products\, wines\, organic meats\, snacks\, music and more. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/williams-farmers-market/2022-10-03/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Community Association\, 206 Tetherow\, Williams\, OR\, 97544\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/WIlliams-FM-logo.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221007T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221007T170000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220927T201917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T201917Z UID:10002835-1665144000-1665162000@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:White Oak Farm Fall Native Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:We will have our full range of species and sizes available for purchase. \n*Prices are: $10 for 1 gallon pots and $5 for deep pots. 10% discount on 10 plants or more! \nFOLLOWED BY A FARM AND NURSERY TOUR AT 5PM. \nCheck out our website for a species list and more info: www.whiteoakfarmcsa.org \nEmail: farmertaylor@yahoo.com with any questions URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/white-oak-farm-fall-native-plant-sale/ LOCATION:White Oak Farm\, 1940 KINCAID RD\, Williams\, 97544 CATEGORIES:Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221008T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221013T170000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220823T233957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T233957Z UID:10002809-1665219600-1665680400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Optical Surveying for Water and Earthworks DESCRIPTION:October 8-13\, 2022\n \nAdvanced permaculture course\nWolf Gulch Farm\, Little Applegate \nBasic surveying and layout are essential skill sets for every farmer\, homesteader\, designer and consultant.  In this 6 day course\, Hazel teaches the use of analog (non-battery operated) surveying tools\, along with advanced skills in keyline\, pond and swale layout\, mapping and other core knowledge necessary for design and execution of permaculture earthworks\, ponds\, trail projects and more. \nCourse Price: $750 includes camping (bring your own food for breakfast and lunch and food for shared dinners).\nEarly Registration: $650 if paid by September 8\, 2022 \n  URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/optical-surveying-for-water-and-earthworks/ CATEGORIES:Education,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/DSC_0089.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Siskiyou Permaculture":MAILTO:siskiyoupermaculture@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T150000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20221011T204123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T204123Z UID:10002847-1666436400-1666450800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Williams Landowner's Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Get answers and share information concerning your property and future preparation from experts in agriculture\, solar\, water use\, fuels reduction\, land conversation and more. \nMeet experts\, gain resources\, and network in-person regarding your land and water. \nPresenters: OSU Extension Service\, Pacific Botanicals\, Herb Pharm\, Rogue Valley Prescribed Burn Association\, SOFRC\, Two Rivers Soil and Water Conservation District\, Williams Community Forest Project\, KS Wild\, OWRD Watermaster. \nWin door prizes! Free local food and riparian plants. \n  URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/williams-landowners-resource-fair/ LOCATION:20100 Williams Hwy\, Williams\, OR\, 20100 Williams Hwy\, Williams\, 97544 CATEGORIES:Education,Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Landowners-Flyer-color-photo-outlined.png ORGANIZER;CN="Applegate Partnership &%3B Watershed Council":MAILTO:contact@apwc.info END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220531T165943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T165943Z UID:10002626-1666803600-1666814400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Applegate Evening Market DESCRIPTION:Make Applegate Evening Market your Wednesday Night dinner place…don’t cook! Bring the kids (no dogs please…sorry)!\n\n\n\nGrab a bite to eat from one of our fantastic food vendors with something for everyone…carnivores\, herbivores\, gluten-free\, keto…a little bit of everything! Beyond Pizza\, Siano’s Karribean Cuisine\, Roots Plant Based\, Tacos DeVolada\, Charkooteries\, Paulazzo Pasticceria\, Brookies Cookies\, and K Delicious! Enjoy the entertainment and Beer Garden featuring Electric Gardens and Wild Wines! Shop local and support over 30 vendors that come out each week to participate! Plant starts\, produce\, local beef\, fresh fish\, honey\, mushrooms\, hot sauce\, nut butter\, goat milk soap\, herbal and cbd tinctures and body products\, pottery\, and a variety of locally made jewelry\, clothing\, and handmade goods.\n\n\n\nApplegate Evening Market is at 8035 HWY 238 Jacksonville\, OR (Ruch) every Wednesday from 5-8pm\, May through October.\n\n\n\nVisit www.applegateeveningmarket.com to learn more or to apply as a vendor for the 2022 season!\n\n\n\nInterested in joining us for a fun volunteer opportunity? Even an hour helps and we serve refreshments! Reach out to jb at\njb@applegateeveningmarket.com URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/applegate-evening-market-2/2022-10-26/ LOCATION:Electric Gardens Flower Farm\, 8035 Hwy 238\, Ruch\, OR\, 97530\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture,Music,Volunteer / Community Service,Youth & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/AEMlogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20221101T031255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T031255Z UID:10002701-1668101400-1668108600@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Applegate Food and Farm Network Gathering DESCRIPTION:Applegate Valley Food and Farm Network Gathering! \n\n\nThursday\, Nov 10\, 2022\, 5:30-7:30\n\n\n@ Vista 222\n222 Missouri Flat Road\n\n\n\nWe will continue working with the Applegate Valley Vision as we review the priorities identified for the food and farm community and begin strategizing next steps\, collaboration\, and action planning. Plus some networking\, of course.\n\n\n\nJoin us to do this important work on one of these topics:\n\n\nConsumer awareness and building relationships\n\n\nLocal purchasing and branding with Applegate Valley Grown\n\n\n\n\nFarmers’ Market Support and Growth\n\n\n\n\nNeeded Infrastructure– physical\, personnel\, organizational\n\n\n\n\nLand and water management\n\n\n\n\n\nFood and Beverages will be provided.\n\nChildcare and Spanish translation services available upon request.\n\n \nPlease RSVP to  SaraMarie@rvfoodsystem.org URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/applegate-food-and-farm-network-gathering/ LOCATION:Vista222\, 222 Missouri Flat Rd.\, Grants Pass Or CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/FoodandFarmNov10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221214T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221214T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20220619T041608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T041608Z UID:10002755-1671040800-1671048000@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Applegate Supper Club DESCRIPTION:We’re going to be offering a special Supper Club night every Wednesday night through the Summer. Meals will be prepared by our new Chef\, Eric Pebley. The Supper Club is an opportunity to meet new friends and connect with neighbors in the Valley. Seating is limited to 40. All tickets are pre-sold. Please click the link below to view the dinner menu for the upcoming Supper. \nAt just $25 per person\, we think we’ve created something pretty special for locals in our valley. We look forward to seeing you soon. \nTo make it more fun\, we’re even doing a drawing every week for a free Supper the following week. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/applegate-supper-club/2022-12-14/ LOCATION:Applegate Country Club\, 15090 OR-238 Hwy 238\, Applegate\, 97530 CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/free-dinner-gift-certificate.png ORGANIZER;CN="Applegate Country Club":MAILTO:torpc@msn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T130000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230121T231251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230121T231251Z UID:10002892-1674905400-1674910800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Applegate Library Presents: Worm Composting of Kitchen Scraps 18+YRS DESCRIPTION:Turn your kitchen scraps into valuable garden compost. Learn how to set up and maintain a worm bin using red wiggler worms\, learn about worm ecology\, and tricks to speed up composting. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/applegate-library-presents-worm-composting-of-kitchen-scraps-18yrs/ LOCATION:Applegate Library CATEGORIES:Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture,Sports & Recreation ORGANIZER;CN="Applegate Library":MAILTO:cgrubb@jcls.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230312T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230302T223935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T223935Z UID:10002918-1678622400-1678636800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Plant Propagation Fair DESCRIPTION:Seed Swap \nPlant Swap \nScion Exchange \nRootstock Sale \nGrafting Service – Free or by donation URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/plant-propagation-fair/ LOCATION:SCA Pavillion\, 206 Tetherow Rd.\, WILLIAMS\, OR\, 97544 CATEGORIES:Education,Environment / Nature,Festivals & Celebration,Food & Agriculture,Networking,Volunteer / Community Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-Williams-prop-fair.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Agrarian Sharing Network":MAILTO:propagationfair@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230414T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230414T190000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230411T190242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T190335Z UID:10003010-1681488000-1681498800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Rogue Flavor Guide Launch Party DESCRIPTION:Rogue Flavor Guide Launch Party\n\nFriday\, April 14th at Fry Family Farm from 4-7 PM\n\n\n\nHelp celebrate the 19th annual publication of the Rogue Flavor Guide\, a resource that puts a wealth of information about fresh\, wholesome and sustainably produced foods at consumers’ fingertips all year with networking and a chance to grab your guides for the year.\n\nDrinks available from Blossom Barn Cidery\, snacks and dinner are available from Fry Family Farm Store\, Sianos Karibbean Cookhouse and Katz Crepes all evening and Truffle Pig Craft Kitchen until 5pm. RSVP via Facebook to share with your friends!\n\nOther Vendors: Mido’s Miso\, Jefferson Farm Kitchen\, Paulazzo Pasticceria\, Biodynamic Demeter Alliance\, Suncatcher Food Forest\, English Lavender Farm\, Travel Southern Oregon\, Rogue Valley Farm to School\n\nReach out to Abigail Blinn at abigail@rvfoodsystem.org with any questions and to RSVP! URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/rogue-flavor-guide-launch-party-2/ LOCATION:Fry Family Farm\, 2184 Ross Lane\, Medford\, OR\, OR\, 97501\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/RFG-Launch-Party_Flyer-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rogue Valley Food System Network":MAILTO:coordinator@rvfoodsystem.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230503T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230404T014636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T014636Z UID:10003001-1683126000-1697043600@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Beginning Farmer Training for Veterans DESCRIPTION:Growing Veteran Agripreneurs (GVA) is a beginning farmer training program for veterans interested in pursuing small-scale agriculture. Over the course of a season\, participants are exposed to all aspects of sustainable\, small-scale farming through hands-on field experience at SOREC in Central point\, farm tours\, online classes\, and one-on-one mentoring. Topics include: production propagation\, soil management\, farm business planning\, irrigation\, drought mitigation\, tools and equipment\, integrated pest management\, marketing\, seed saving and small livestock operations. Class times vary based on tour locations and daylight hours but will be on Wednesdays starting at or after 3pm. Registration Deadline is April 28th. Training starts Wednesday\, May 3rd and continues once a week through October 11th. For more information\, please email diane.choplin@oregonstate.edu or call 541-776-7371. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/beginning-farmer-training-for-veterans/2023-05-03/2/ LOCATION:OSU Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center\, 569 Hanley Rd\, Central Point\, OR CATEGORIES:Education,Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/choplin_2022GVA_Candy.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="OSU Extension Small Farms":MAILTO:paula.burkhalter@oregonstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230505T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230505T130000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230418T220102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T220102Z UID:10003061-1683288000-1683291600@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Cooking for Picky Eaters DESCRIPTION:Families with young children are invited to join us at the Williams branch for the two-part Kid-Approved Cooking series in partnership with the Josephine County Food Bank and the Food Hero program. Both events will feature seasonal produce available in Food Bank boxes\, live demonstrations\, recipes\, samples\, and giveaways. \nRegistration is not required and a library card is not needed to participate. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/cooking-for-picky-eaters/ LOCATION:20695 Williams Hwy\, Williams OR 97544\, 20695 Williams Hwy\, Williams\, 97544 CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/pexels-pnw-production-7677882-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Josephine Community Library":MAILTO:info@josephinelibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T163000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230418T221115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T221115Z UID:10003063-1683385200-1683390600@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Gifts from the Garden: Creating teas\, salts\, and culinary herbs DESCRIPTION:Fresh and dried herbs from your garden can transform any recipe. During the first session of the Gifts from the Garden series\, local expert Patrice Hanlon will show participants how to turn garden herbs into teas and other products in a cost-effective way to enjoy them all year long. \nThis program is offered in partnership with the Josephine County Food Bank. \nGifts from the Garden is offered at no charge and is open to the public. A library card is not needed to participate. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/gifts-from-the-garden-creating-teas-salts-and-culinary-herbs/ LOCATION:20695 Williams Hwy\, Williams OR 97544\, 20695 Williams Hwy\, Williams\, 97544 CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/markus-spiske-4PG6wLlVag4-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Josephine Community Library":MAILTO:info@josephinelibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T140000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230418T220332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T220332Z UID:10003062-1683982800-1683986400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Cooking with Kids DESCRIPTION:Families with young children are invited to join us at the Williams branch for the two-part Kid-Approved Cooking series in partnership with the Josephine County Food Bank and the Food Hero program. Both events will feature seasonal produce available in Food Bank boxes\, live demonstrations\, recipes\, samples\, and giveaways. \nRegistration is not required and a library card is not needed to participate. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/cooking-with-kids/ LOCATION:20695 Williams Hwy\, Williams OR 97544\, 20695 Williams Hwy\, Williams\, 97544 CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/pexels-pnw-production-7677882-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Josephine Community Library":MAILTO:info@josephinelibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230421T151732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230423T153724Z UID:10003079-1684519200-1684526400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Regenerative Farming in the Cannabis Industry DESCRIPTION:In an effort to encourage\, inspire and support regenerative practices in the Cannabis industry\, we are offering this free educational Farm Tour of a sustainable\, Cannabis followed by a Panel Discussion featuring local Cannabis farmers doing it right. \n3:30-4:30 pm APPLEGATE FARM TOUR\nRSVP IS REQUIRED AND SPACE IS LIMITED \n6:00-8:00 pm PANEL DISCUSSION \nA solutions based community discussion featuring local farmers and officials discussing the challenges and successes of Regenerative Ag in the Cannabis Industry. At the Ruch Library with a Meet and Greet from 5-6pm. \nLearn more and RSVP at www.OurFamilyFarms.org \nSponsored By: Our Family Farms\, A Greater Applegate\, Rogue Soils\, and Herb Pharm \n  \n  \n  URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/regenerative-farming-in-the-cannabis-industry/2023-05-19/2/ LOCATION:Ruch Library\, 7919 HWY 238\, Jacksonville\, OR\, 97530\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/FINAL-FLYER-Educational-Tour-and-Discussion.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Our Family Farms":MAILTO:contact@ourfamilyfarms.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T180000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230425T175719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T175719Z UID:10003080-1684555200-1684605600@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Seed Sanctuary Celebration DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 9th Anniversary of our victory to create the GMO Crop Ban in Jackson County! \nSaturday\, May 20 from 4-6 pm at the Madrone Picnic Area in Lithia Park\, Ashland. \nBring a picnic and your campaign memories! \nLearn more and RSVP at https://www.ourfamilyfarms.org/rsvp_seed_sanctuary_celebration_2023 \n  URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/seed-sanctuary-celebration/ LOCATION:Madrone Picnic Area in Lithia Park\, Winburn Way\, Ashland\, 97530 CATEGORIES:Environment / Nature,Festivals & Celebration,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/FLYER-May-20-celebration-2023-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Our Family Farms":MAILTO:contact@ourfamilyfarms.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230613T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230502T213142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T213421Z UID:10003099-1686650400-1686672000@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Applegate Library Presents: Level Up Your Bookish Bites: Kingdom Hearts Sea Salt Ice Cream\, 13+ years DESCRIPTION:Summer is hot. Cool down with some ice cream! This recipe\, inspired by Kingdom Hearts\, will make you a bunch of seal salt ice cream popsicles! All non-perishable items and popsicle molds are included in your kit. This program is a Take & Make–available while supplies last\, starting Tuesday\, June 13th. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/watercolor-medley-by-anne-brooke/ LOCATION:Applegate Library CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Food & Agriculture,Youth & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023.5-New-Exhibition-Flyer-Watercolor-Medley-15-Emotions-7-×-5-in.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Applegate Library":MAILTO:cgrubb@jcls.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230625T170000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230510T190000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T190000Z UID:10003128-1687514400-1687712400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Southern Oregon Lavender Trail Festivals DESCRIPTION:The Southern Oregon Lavender Trail is celebrating it’s 10th year and welcomes visitors each summer to six charming family-owned farms in the Greater Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon. \nCelebrate everything lavender on two special weekends for six full days in the Greater Applegate region.  With an explosion of color\, the delightful smell of lavender in the air\, and the picturesque settings of each farm\, it’s an irresistible and memorable experience. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/southern-oregon-lavender-trail-festivals/2023-06-23/2/ LOCATION:Applegate River Lavender Farm\, 375 Hamilton Rd\, Jacksonville\, 97530 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Environment / Nature,Festivals & Celebration,Food & Agriculture,Music,Youth & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/LavenderPoster23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Applegate River Lavender":MAILTO:marcy@applegateriverlavender.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T150000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230502T194244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T194309Z UID:10003084-1689501600-1689519600@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Rogue Valley Farm Tour DESCRIPTION:Taste and experience the delicious flavors of the Rogue Valley! The Rogue Valley Farm Tour offers you unique and intimate visits to agricultural destinations in Jackson and Josephine counties. Step behind the scenes and meet the makers\, taste artisanal foods\, and explore a vast array of local goods. \nThroughout the year\, the Rogue Flavor Guide connects consumers with the region’s farms\, ranches\, and food- and beverage-oriented businesses\, and the Rogue Valley Food Trail invites you on a self-guided culinary journey through the fertile lands of the Rogue Valley. \nHow it works: \nThe Rogue Valley Farm Tour is self-guided\, so you can go to whichever farms you want and stay for as long as you’d like during the event. The event will be held on Sunday\, July 16\, 2023 from 10am to 3pm. \nFarms and ranches that opt-in to the tour will be included in the annual event brochure\, which includes a map of the participating locations. Event brochures will be available at various locations throughout the valley leading up to the event\, and digital versions will be available to download to your mobile device. Brochures for the annual July event are typically available in the spring. \n  URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/applegate-evening-market-at-longsword-vineyard/ LOCATION:https://www.roguevalleyfarmtour.com/\, OR\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/RVFT_logo-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rogue Valley Food System Network":MAILTO:coordinator@rvfoodsystem.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T170000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230502T204455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T204455Z UID:10003098-1689501600-1689526800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Southern Oregon Lavender Trail Festival DESCRIPTION:The Southern Oregon Lavender Trail is celebrating it’s 10th year and welcomes visitors each summer to six charming family-owned farms in the Greater Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon. \nCelebrate everything lavender on two special weekends for six full days in the Greater Applegate region.  With an explosion of color\, the delightful smell of lavender in the air\, and the picturesque settings of each farm\, it’s an irresistible and memorable experience. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/southern-oregon-lavender-trail-festival-2/2023-07-16/ LOCATION:A Greater Applegate\, 7380 Hwy 238\, Ruch\, 97530 CATEGORIES:Festivals & Celebration,Food & Agriculture,Youth & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/LavenderPoster23.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Applegate River Lavender":MAILTO:marcy@applegateriverlavender.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230825T180000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230817T155642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T155642Z UID:10003878-1692986400-1692986400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Friday Night Flower Bar Open House DESCRIPTION:We have recently moved to the neighbor hood and are hosting a free open house event to welcome our community to our new spot to see what we have accomplished and are plans for our future! We will have food trucks\, wine and more!! Come build a bouquet and enjoy our acre of sunflowers in bloom! URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/friday-night-flower-bar-open-house/ LOCATION:Mama Bees Flower Farm\, 10561 N Applegate Rd\, Grants Pass\, 97527 CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/C5AA7E93-F119-43A3-9A64-1FF0722195F1-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Brittni Doyle":MAILTO:brittnic1013@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20230811T163701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T164242Z UID:10003874-1694872800-1694894400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Jacksaphine Count(r)y Fair DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the beauty\, flavors\, and diversity of the Applegate Valley shared by Jackson and Josephine Counties! Join us in downtown Applegate for a family-friendly day of live music from local acts and Jay Cobb Anderson (Fruition\, TK & The Holy Know Nothings) and Taylor Kingman (TK & The Holy Know Nothings)\, local food & drink\, a silent auction and raffles\, kids tent\, a local art gallery\, and more! \nWhat is the Jacksaphine Count(r)y Fair? \nAn all-day\, family-friendly event including live music from multiple bands\, games and kids’ activities\, a dessert competition\, local food and drink\, a pop-up art gallery\, raffles\, and an auction that highlights the “Best of the Applegate!” \nThis fundraiser will sustain A Greater Applegate’s community building work\, directly supporting our staff\, programs\, and operational costs. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the local connections that promote the environmental\, social\, and economic vitality of the Applegate Valley. \nThis event will also celebrate the one-year anniversary of the release of the Applegate Valley Vision \, and we will showcase the progress being made through our active working groups and networks. \nTickets available here: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/jacksaphine-country-fair-tickets-648536158107?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/jacksaphine-country-fair/ LOCATION:Downtown Applegate\, OR\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals & Celebration,Food & Agriculture,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Jacksephine-Country-Fair-5x5-ad_d.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231111T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231111T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20231028T025355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231028T025355Z UID:10004487-1699727400-1699732800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Harvest Winemaker Dinner DESCRIPTION:Harvest is just about done which means it is time to taste the fruits of our labor and you are invited! Our kitchen is preparing a 5 course winemaker dinner showcasing five of the wines from fruit that was harvested this season.  Seating is European style and space is limited. \nOur winemakers will be available to show you around and answer all of your winemaking questions after dinner. Come taste these young unfiltered wines and celebrate what a great year it has been!  Each course will come with a half glass of wine. \n  \nReservations Required URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/harvest-winemaker-dinner/ LOCATION:Schmidt Family Vineyards\, 330 Kubli Rd\, Grants Pass\, 97527 CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/harvest-winemaker-dinner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231128T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20231106T232924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T232924Z UID:10004493-1701194400-1701199800@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Dirty Hands & Clean Hearts: Addressing Soil Health with Biodynamic and Regenerative Farming (SOCAN Monthly Meeting) DESCRIPTION:Presentation by Garett Long\, Director of Agriculture\, Troon Vineyard \nTroon Vineyard “farms like the world depends on it”\, but the goal is to make a much broader impact. Garett is a farmer and soil scientist who believes healing the planet is in parallel with healing the human spirit. He spent five formative years practicing biodynamic and regenerative farming at Apricot Lane Farms and earned his M.S. in Soils & Biogeochemistry from the University of California-Davis. He co-founded Soil Life Services\, which supports producers in monitoring and evaluating the impacts of agricultural management on soil carbon and other metrics of soil health. He was also the Board Treasurer for the Josephine Porter Institute (2019-22). Since 2021\, he has served as the Director of Agriculture at Troon Vineyard\, Oregon’s only Biodynamic and Regenerative Organic Certified farm.\nHe is passionate about real\, good food\, preaching the value of soil\, and the interconnectedness of all life. He has lectured on soil health\, composting and regenerative farming for individuals and brands. Garett has engaged the movement at the intersection of agriculture and ecosystem management\, working with people in resolute action to conserve what we have\, and restore what we have lost. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/dirty-hands-clean-hearts-addressing-soil-health-with-biodynamic-and-regenerative-farming-socan-monthly-meeting/ LOCATION:Medford Public Library\, 205 South Central\, Medford CATEGORIES:Education,Environment / Nature,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Troon-1-705x501-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Oregon Climate Action Now":MAILTO:alanjournet@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231209T140000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20231116T162434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T162434Z UID:10004773-1702126800-1702130400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:The Human Cost of the Cannabis Industry\, 18+ YRS DESCRIPTION:Unete Program Coordinator Kathy Keesee will provide an in-depth presentation about the local impact of cannabis in our valley\, worker experiences\, and the human cost of it all\, focusing on migrant workers. URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/the-human-cost-of-the-cannabis-industry-18-yrs/ LOCATION:Ruch Library\, 7919 Hwy 238\, Jacksonville\, 97530 CATEGORIES:Education,Food & Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1696276007.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T200000 DTSTAMP:20260515T132611 CREATED:20181226T184729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T232029Z UID:10002384-1702659600-1702670400@applegateconnect.org SUMMARY:Friday Night Music at Schmidt DESCRIPTION:Wine will be served by the glass or the bottle \nWood fired pizzas\, salads\, fruit and cheese platters \nLast call for food -7:30pm \nThe whole family is welcome! \nContact our tasting room with any questions at 541 846 9985 URL:https://applegateconnect.org/events/friday-night-music-at-schmidt/2023-12-15/ CATEGORIES:Food & Agriculture,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://applegateconnect.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Friday-Night-Music-pic.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR