BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grid Magazine - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gridphilly.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grid Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20260314T220324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T220443Z UID:10030245-1774440000-1774445400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Woody Stem Propagation DESCRIPTION:Join Corrie Spellman-Lopez for a hands-on workshop to learn how to propagation woody ornamental plants.\n\n\nWe will experiment with plants such as figs and elderberries. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/woody-stem-propagation/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/b76236885bd7f0f52386c689b1cd79a1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20260309T013739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T013918Z UID:10030049-1773230400-1773235800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Orchard Winter Pruning 2026 DESCRIPTION:Introduction to fruit tree winter pruning with hands-on practice.\n\n\nThis on-farm workshop will demonstrate winter fruit tree pruning for many diverse fruit trees and then includes hands-on experience practicing winter fruit tree pruning together at a community farm. Please dress in layers and wear or bring footwear that can get wet or muddy. This is mainly an outdoor event. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/orchard-winter-pruning-2026/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/666320e7d6e08c3bd0ff55ebca9fc655.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T113000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20250905T150522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T150311Z UID:10021414-1758967200-1758972600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Season Extension Growing Techniques DESCRIPTION:Join Farmer Bill Schick for a workshop on growing season extension tips and tricks.\n\n\nJoin Farmer Bill Shick for tips and tricks on season extension. Whether you are a garden or small farm\, being able to use the shoulder seasons to extend your access to local foods is a great way to support access to healthy late fall and early spring produce. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/season-extension-using-cold-frames/ LOCATION:Pleasant Playground Community Garden\, 6720 Boyer Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20250829T145845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T145845Z UID:10020741-1757505600-1757511000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fermented Hot Pepper Sauce DESCRIPTION:Turn your farm or garden produce into a value-added product. Lacto-fermented pepper hot sauce workshop. Hands on activity discussing recipes\n\n\nLacto-fermented pepper hot sauce workshop. Hands on activity discussing recipes and techniques to preserve and turn peppers into hot sauce. Please dress weather appropriate to be outdoors. We do have some covered space. We suggest you biing a water bottle. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fermented-hot-pepper-sauce/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20250506T195230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T180630Z UID:10018839-1748520000-1748525400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Orchard Irrigation Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Follow-up irrigation workshop to our Part 1small space(2 acre) on-farm irrigation. Install – capture and measure emitter output.\n\n\nWe welcome those who did not attend Part 1. This is a followup to the install – capture and measure emitter output. Perhaps installing a tensiometer for added accuracy. Please wear layers and bring footwear that can get muddy/is waterproof if it has been wet. Also a hat and sunscreen and water bottle if sunny. This workshop is on-farm and mainly outdoors\, but will include instruction in a covered space. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/orchard-irrigation-part-2/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20250512T155716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T162525Z UID:10018890-1747483200-1747486800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Food Hub Tour of Philly Foodworks DESCRIPTION:Join Dylan Baird CEO of Philly Foodworks for a tour of the Philly Foodworks warehouse and for a conversation about local supply chain source\n\n\nThis tour will take place during the annual PFW open house\, so there will be many vendors to interact with and products to sample. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/food-hub-tour-of-philly-foodworks/ LOCATION:1978 W Hunting Park Ave\, 1978 West Hunting Park Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19140\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20250418T172603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T212114Z UID:10018460-1745661600-1745672400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Earth Day of Service DESCRIPTION:Come lend a hand on tasks to help the farm get ready for the spring season!\n\n\nCome lend a hand on tasks to help the farm get ready for the spring season! \nTasks will include building and replacing beds\, filling beds with soil and compost\, cutting back overgrowth\, mulching trees\, and shoveling woodchips.Ages 12 and up (must be accompanied by an adult). No experience needed. Please wear close-toed shoes and bring layers (including a long-sleeve layer)\, and wear clothes that can get dirty. Bring your own water bottle. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/earth-day-of-service/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/e06ac7a85179fb4939919757d92ef573.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20250304T183227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T183227Z UID:10017470-1741780800-1741786200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Orchard Winter Pruning DESCRIPTION:Introduction to fruit tree winter pruning with hands-on practice.\n\n\nThis on-farm workshop will demonstrate winter fruit tree pruning for many diverse fruit trees and then includes hands-on experience practicing winter fruit tree pruning together at a community farm. Please dress in layers and wear or bring footwear that can get wet or muddy. This is mainly an outdoor event. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/orchard-winter-pruning/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/666320e7d6e08c3bd0ff55ebca9fc655.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T140000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241223T142012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T142012Z UID:10016144-1737028800-1737036000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Vermiomposting DESCRIPTION:Join us in making Vermicomposters from simple plastic bins to turn food scraps into “black gold” or rich compost.\n\n\n(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event) \nTurn your food scraps into “black gold” with us! Join our hands-on workshop to create Vermicomposters from simple plastic bins and discover the magic of turning leftovers into rich\, nutritious compost. With the help of hardworking earthworms and microorganisms\, your food scraps will transform into worm castings—a powerhouse of nutrients\, boasting 7 times more phosphates\, 5 times more nitrogen\, and 11 times more potash than your average soil. Plus\, the “compost tea” produced during the process can be used as a nutritious liquid fertilizer\, ideal for potted plants and seedlings. Just remember\, your worms thrive best between 60–80°F\, so make sure you’ve got a cozy winter spot ready for your vermicomposters. \n \nThe workshop will be held in a heated greenhouse\, all materials and worms will be provided. \n \nPresenter Bio \nAnamaya Farthing-Kohl started a roof garden in Mexico City in 2014\, where they fell in with vermicomposting. They had a surplus of castings and worm tea and started gifting and selling bottles of “lombripis” (worm juice) in the Lagunilla market in Mexico City. Anamaya is a maker and solver of problems through diverse methods and materials. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/vermiomposting/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/0998d53d6d84c64d92e2b5d3a9d60199.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T140000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241218T181025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T181025Z UID:10016098-1736942400-1736949600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Cut Flower Crop Support with Reusable Metal Cages DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make reusable metal cages for cut flower crop support. Cages will help you grow long\, straight stems necessary for design work.\n\n\n(Pre-registration required at least 24 hours in advance to participate in the event) \nLearn how to make reusable metal cages for cut flower crop support. Cages will help you grow long\, straight stems necessary for mixed bouquets and design work. Reusable cages take some investment to build up front\, but they quickly pay off. You will save countless hours in labor and frustration (dealing with pounding posts\, tangled one-use plastic netting\, and a toppled\, unusable bed of flowers). This workshop will demonstrate the step-by-step process we use at RBCF to build our cages. Plus\, you’ll leave with a cage to experiment with in your growing space. \n \nPlease note: This workshop will take place outdoors. We have a heated greenhouse to warm up in\, but please check the weather and dress accordingly! URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/cut-flower-crop-support-with-reusable-metal-cages/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/9ac6cc7f3e0a8a3ad0d3ae3f548b69eb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T151500 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241125T194701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T194701Z UID:10015837-1733580000-1733584500@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Wreath Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own herb & dried flower wreath\, a beautiful holiday decoration or gift.\n\n\nLearn how to make your own herb & dried flower wreath\, a beautiful holiday decoration or gift. These wreaths are made using fresh and dried materials; they will dry and look (and smell) great for the whole year (and beyond!). Choose from a variety of wonderfully smelling herbs and evergreen materials\, as well as dried flower accents. No experience is needed\, and all materials will be provided. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wreath-workshop/ LOCATION:1978 W Hunting Park Ave\, 1978 West Hunting Park Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19140\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/94c60e88dd6736f2d0e4f591c1a97513.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241108T192225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T192225Z UID:10015609-1731661200-1731664800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-13/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241101T172030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T172030Z UID:10015523-1731052800-1731056400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T140000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241015T190702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T190702Z UID:10015116-1729940400-1729951200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fall Festival & Urban Growers Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fall festival at the farm that includes guest speaker Malik Yakini as well as a resource fair with local providers.\n\n\nMark your calendars for Saturday\, October 26th from 11:00AM – 2:00PM at the farm for a FREE Fall Festival & Urban Growers Resource Fair!! \nThere is something for the entire community! \n*Ruth Bennett Community Farm Tours \n*Pick pumpkins \n*Apple tasting & cider-making \n*Face painting \n*Bouquet making \nFor Urban Food Producers & Beginning Farmers: Hear from local agencies and government official\, and fellow growers! Experts will be there to provide information about accessing publicly available resources to expand your growing efforts. Do not our Featured Guest Speaker\, Malik Yakini\, founder of the Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network. Check out their website for more information. https://www.dbcfsn.org/ URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fall-festival-urban-growers-resource-fair/ LOCATION:1318 Carla’s Ln\, 1318 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/874d0aa07dcf260938acf4d6b612b655.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T090000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241011T171528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T171528Z UID:10015066-1729238400-1729242000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20241007T151555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T151555Z UID:10014941-1728640800-1728644400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240924T174207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T174301Z UID:10014740-1727359200-1727362800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Accessing Funding for Raised Garden Beds with the USDA DESCRIPTION:Learn how to access funding for raised beds for your farm or garden during this workshop with USDA staff and hear firsthand experience.\n\n\nJoin our latest webinar to learn how to access funding for raised garden beds for your farm or garden! During this workshop you will hear from USDA staff from NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) and the Philadelphia chapter of the FSA (Farm Service Agency). You will also hear firsthand from an urban grower at Mary’s Daughters farm who has installed raised beds through NRCS’s EQIP program (Environmental Quality Incentives Program). NRCS staff will explain how they work with growers to conserve natural resources through a program like EQIP; and FSA staff will explain how they work with growers to set up the necessary farm records to apply for a program like EQIP. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/accessing-funding-for-raised-garden-beds-with-the-usda/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/6f4a045e08ffbc51706e016ba9cae97e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240909T141328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T144605Z UID:10014507-1726660800-1726666200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Paw Paw Habanero Hot Sauce Workshop DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand this hands-on workshop using two seasonal favorites habaneros and pawpaws will be a unique culinary experience!\n\n\nJoin Jose Spellman-Lopez for this hands-on workshop to learn more about paw paws\, native to the mid-Atlantic. This workshop will utilize paw paws to create a tasty value-added hot sauce. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/paw-paw-habanero-hot-sauce-workshop/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/9da8718c72c840d1cc01a63352709667.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T090000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240909T135348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T144600Z UID:10014491-1726214400-1726218000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T090000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240904T134824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T134824Z UID:10014387-1725609600-1725613200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-8/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T090000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240803T165716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T165716Z UID:10013812-1723190400-1723194000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240716T180103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T192534Z UID:10013659-1721822400-1721827800@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Peach Salsa Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands on look at using seasonal garden produce to make delicious peach salsa\n\n\nJoin Jose Spellman-Lope for a hands-on workshop using fruits and vegetables from the farm or garden to create yummy seasonal dishes with a focus on peach salsa URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/peach-salsa-workshop/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/d632aa23fdf4df97ebb9379283159678.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240709T183039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T183039Z UID:10013578-1720774800-1720778400@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240703T192808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T192808Z UID:10013525-1720256400-1720260000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Technical Assistance for Agriculture-related grant proposals DESCRIPTION:Receive an hour of support with needs related to an agricultural grant proposal you have an interest in pursuing URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/technical-assistance-for-agriculture-related-grant-proposals-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/065e9b1038cb2e45ea470412174ec75a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240614T133244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T133244Z UID:10013315-1718892000-1718895600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Accessing Funding for High Tunnels through NRCS-USDA DESCRIPTION:Learn how to access funding for high tunnels for your farm or garden during this workshop with USDA staff from NRCS .\n\n\nJoin our latest webinar to learn how to access funding for high tunnels for your farm or garden during this workshop with USDA staff from NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) and FSA (Farm Service Agency). You will also hear firsthand from a Ben Miller\, an urban grower in SouthWest Philly who received a high tunnel through NRCS’s EQIP program (Environmental Quality Incentives Program). Learn how to apply for this program in preparation for the 2025 application deadline this coming fall. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/accessing-funding-for-high-tunnels-through-nrcs-usda/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/a81e93b7e55b8a66142e6644c9604e57.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T113000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240614T132007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T132007Z UID:10013313-1718445600-1718451000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Urban Medicine Cabinet Workshop: Kitchen Cabinet Relief Salve DESCRIPTION:An empowering holistic step-by-step approach to using and making\nplant-based therapies to address a broad range of health & beauty concerns\n\n\nJoin us for an empowering holistic step-by-step approach to using and making plant-based therapies to address a broad range of health concerns beauty interests. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/urban-medicine-cabinet-workshop-kitchen-cabinet-relief-salve/ LOCATION:Pleasant Playground Community Garden\, 6720 Boyer Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/090e9432efd96fd1a9433ceafcff657c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T133000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240506T161532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T051450Z UID:10012742-1717675200-1717680600@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Spring Orchard Thinning\, Pest and Disease Management DESCRIPTION:Learn how to thin your fruit and prevent pest and disease problems later in the summer and support healthy organic fruit production\n\n\nJose Spellman-Lopez will lead this hands-on workshop on fruit thinning and pest and disease prevention. Support healthy organic fruit production with tips and tricks for spacing your fruits through thinning\, without damaging your trees in the process. Other basic tips for spring orchard maintenance will be discussed. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spring-orchard-thinning-pest-and-disease-management/ LOCATION:Ruth Bennett Community Farm\, 1202-1498 Carla's Lane\, Chester\, PA\, 19013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/c760a388e32b7c913167d5751c8d688d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240522T185152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T185152Z UID:10012932-1716627600-1716631200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Technical Assistance for Agriculture-related grant proposals DESCRIPTION:Receive an hour of support with needs related to an agricultural grant proposal you have an interest in pursuing URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/technical-assistance-for-agriculture-related-grant-proposals-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/065e9b1038cb2e45ea470412174ec75a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T090000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240522T182843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T182843Z UID:10012928-1716537600-1716541200@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Business Planning Technical Assistance-Virtual Support 2024 DESCRIPTION:This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.\n\n\nSpeak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning\, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales\, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/business-planning-technical-assistance-virtual-support-2024-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/d722f90f8483d3e00994de5ab365fb2c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T233000 DTSTAMP:20260602T090918 CREATED:20240517T160604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T160604Z UID:10012902-1716026400-1716075000@gridphilly.com SUMMARY:Fungi for the Modern Gardener DESCRIPTION:Tyler Case from Mycopolitan will share tips on growing wood-loving mushrooms at home.\n\n\nIntegrating fungi into the garden goes beyond growing mushrooms. Mycelium in the soil mines minerals\, distributes water\, structures soil\, scavenges organic matter\, and feeds communities of invertebrates and beneficial microbes. We still have much to learn about how they do it! In today’s workshop\,Tyler Case from Mycopolitan will share tips on growing wood-loving mushrooms at home\, how to use leftover material in the garden\, worm bins\, and some cutting-edge research into fungal-dominant compost. URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fungi-for-the-modern-gardener/ LOCATION:Pleasant Playground Community Garden\, 6720 Boyer Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/fc1f6733da478523e1306293df3e173d.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR