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May 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Green Caffeine: Local Food Systems & NonProfit Initiatives
May 16, 2012 at 8:15 am
Volta Coffee, Tea and Chocolate (48 SW 2nd Street)
Come hear about Grow Gainesville, Forage, & Blue Oven Kitchen
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Sponsored by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) local chapter, this is a great way to network, discuss sustainability, share-
May 16, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Morningside Nature Center
On this farm every Wednesday youngsters, with an adult, can meet and greet farm animals by helping staff with afternoon feeding. With a sheep here—and a cow there— learning about
View full event details... - Union Street Farmers MarketStarts: 4:00 pmEnds: May 16, 2012 - 7:00 pmLocation: Downtown GainesvilleDescription: Visit http://www.unionstreetfarmersmkt.com for more.
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May 16, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Downtown Gainesville
Visit http://www.unionstreetfarmersmkt.com for more.
View full event details... The Kickstand at The Downtown Farmer's Market
May 16, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Downtown Farmer's Merket- Bo Diddley Plaza
Free Bike repair every Wednesday at the downtown farmer's market. Learn more about this great community service: http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/21216461440/
View full event details...USGBC Heart of Florida Chapter Board Meeting
May 16, 2012 at 6:00 pm
Goodwin Heart Pine - 106 SW 109th Place, Micanopy, FL 32667 or by conference call
The USGBC Heart of Florida board meets in person and/or via conference call the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm. These are business meetings but are open to the
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17 - Garden Workday at Downtown Farmers GardenStarts: 10:00 amEnds: May 17, 2012 - 12:00 pmLocation: Downtown Farmers Garden @ Alachua County Administration Bldg. 12 SE 1st St.Description: Volunteer gardeners are needed every Thursday at 9 AM. Your contribution can be as little or as much as you wish.
To volunteer or host a gardening event please contact Sean McLendon, Sustainability Program Manager. 352 548 3765 smclendon@alachuacounty.us or Travis Mitchell, Florida Organic Growers. 352 377 6345 travis@foginfo.org Garden Workday at Downtown Farmers Garden
May 17, 2012 at 10:00 am
Downtown Farmers Garden @ Alachua County Administration Bldg. 12 SE 1st St.
Volunteer gardeners are needed every Thursday at 9 AM. Your contribution can be as little or as much as you wish.
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May 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm
High Springs
Visit http://www.farmersmarket.highsprings.com for more.
View full event details... - High Springs Farmers MarketStarts: 2:00 pmEnds: May 17, 2012 - 6:00 pmLocation: High SpringsDescription: Visit http://www.farmersmarket.highsprings.com for more.
- Living on a Few Acres (12 part series)Starts: 6:00 pmEnds: May 17, 2012 - 8:00 pmLocation: Extension Office (2800 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville).Description: This is a new program for 2012, and will be held on the third Thursday of each month. The first class is entitled "Small Farm Management Getting Started and Finding your Market," This monthly program is designed as an introduction to basic production techniques on a wide variety of topics from pasture management and livestock production to growing vegetables and alternative enterprises. Theprogram is designed to provide information to individuals interested in beginning or improving a small scale agricultural operation.
Costs $10 for individuals, and $15 for couples for each class (notebook and materials provided). Pre-register by January 16.
These programs are offered by Aparna Gazula, Commercial Horticulture Agent. Living on a Few Acres (12 part series)
May 17, 2012 at 6:00 pm
Extension Office (2800 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville).
This is a new program for 2012, and will be held on the third Thursday of each month. The first class is entitled "Small Farm Management Getting Started and Finding
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18 Thronebrook Village Farmer's Market
May 18, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd Street
The vendors sell local produce, preserves, vegetarian food, honey, and orange marmalade made from citrus grown in Gainesville backyards.
View full event details...- Thronebrook Village Farmer's MarketStarts: 3:00 pmEnds: May 18, 2012 - 6:00 pmLocation: Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd StreetDescription: The vendors sell local produce, preserves, vegetarian food, honey, and orange marmalade made from citrus grown in Gainesville backyards.
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May 18, 2012 at 4:00 pm
22050 Highway 441 N, Micanopy
Visit http://www.hogtownhomegrown.com/Farmers_Market.html for more.
View full event details... - Our Village MarketStarts: 4:00 pmEnds: May 18, 2012 - 8:00 pmLocation: 22050 Highway 441 N, MicanopyDescription: Visit http://www.hogtownhomegrown.com/Farmers_Market.html for more.
19 - Food Revolution DayStarts: 12:00 amEnds: May 20, 2012 - 12:00 amDescription: Food Revolution Day on 19 May is a chance for people who love food to come together to share information, talents and resources; to pass on their knowledge and highlight the world’s food issues. All around the globe, people will work together to make a difference. Food Revolution Day is about connecting with your community through events at schools, restaurants, local businesses, dinner parties and farmers' markets. We want to inspire change in people’s food habits and to promote the mission for better food and education for everyone
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May 19, 2012 at 12:00 am
Food Revolution Day on 19 May is a chance for people who love food to come together to share information, talents and resources; to pass on their knowledge and highlight
View full event details... 2012 Annual Alachua County Master Gardener Plant Sale
May 19, 2012 at 8:00 am
IFAS Extension Office (2800 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville)
A variety of herbs, annuals, perennials, natives, trees and more will be available. Master Gardener volunteers will be on site for advice on selection and care of your plants. Admission
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May 19, 2012 at 8:30 am
5920 Northwest 13th Street
Visit http://www.441market.com for more.
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May 19, 2012 at 8:30 am
S.W. 91st Terrace, Haile Village Center, Haile Plantation
Visit hailefarmersmarket.com for more.
View full event details... - Haile Village Farmers MarketStarts: 8:30 amEnds: May 19, 2012 - 12:00 pmLocation: S.W. 91st Terrace, Haile Village Center, Haile PlantationDescription: Visit hailefarmersmarket.com for more.
- Alachua County Farmers MarketStarts: 8:30 amEnds: May 19, 2012 - 1:00 pmLocation: 5920 Northwest 13th StreetDescription: Visit http://www.441market.com for more.
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May 19, 2012 at 9:00 am
Morningside Nature Center
History comes to life at the little farm in the Piney Woods of Morningside Nature Center. Join us for Living History Days as park staff and volunteers interpret day-to-day life
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May 19, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Downtown Farmers Garden on the west side of the Alachua County Administration Building located at 12 SE 1st Street Gainesville.
The Alachua County Office of Sustainability, Gainesville Urban Homesteaders, Florida Organic Growers, and Gainesville Compost are hosting a workshop on worm composting (vermicomposting).
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Vermicomposting is the process of using worms
20 - Highlands Community Garden WorkdayStarts: 12:00 pmEnds: May 20, 2012 - 2:00 pmLocation: Highlands Presbyterian Church garden: 1001 NE 16th Avenue Gainesville, FLDescription: Join your fellow community members at Highlands Community Garden (1001 Northeast 16th Ave) every Sunday at noon for good company and work (fun) in the garden. They currently have 14 vegetable beds and are working to create more. They hope that this
site will become a hub for the varied groups in Gainesville working to create sustainability in the community. Future plans include an edible food forest as well as a composting site, both of which will be used to educate interested parties in the basics of gardening and
permaculture practices. Highlands Community Garden Workday
May 20, 2012 at 12:00 pm
Highlands Presbyterian Church garden: 1001 NE 16th Avenue Gainesville, FL
Join your fellow community members at Highlands Community Garden (1001 Northeast 16th Ave) every Sunday at noon for good company and work (fun) in the garden. They currently have 14
View full event details...- Sunday Local MarketStarts: 2:00 pmEnds: May 20, 2012 - 5:00 pmLocation: Citizens Co-op, 435 S. Main Street Gainesville, Florida 32601Description: Local & Fresh - Produce, Free Range Eggs, Baked Bread, Hot Dishes, & more!
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May 20, 2012 at 2:00 pm
Citizens Co-op, 435 S. Main Street Gainesville, Florida 32601
Local & Fresh - Produce, Free Range Eggs, Baked Bread, Hot Dishes, & more!
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May 23, 2012 at 8:00 am
Volta Coffee, Tea and Chocolate (48 SW 2nd Street)
Sponsored by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) local chapter, this is a great way to network, discuss sustainability, share your projects and make connections!
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May 23, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Morningside Nature Center
On this farm every Wednesday youngsters, with an adult, can meet and greet farm animals by helping staff with afternoon feeding. With a sheep here—and a cow there— learning about
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May 23, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Downtown Gainesville
Visit http://www.unionstreetfarmersmkt.com for more.
View full event details... - Union Street Farmers MarketStarts: 4:00 pmEnds: May 23, 2012 - 7:00 pmLocation: Downtown GainesvilleDescription: Visit http://www.unionstreetfarmersmkt.com for more.
The Kickstand at The Downtown Farmer's Market
May 23, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Downtown Farmer's Merket- Bo Diddley Plaza
Free Bike repair every Wednesday at the downtown farmer's market. Learn more about this great community service: http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/21216461440/
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24 Garden Workday at Downtown Farmers Garden
May 24, 2012 at 10:00 am
Downtown Farmers Garden @ Alachua County Administration Bldg. 12 SE 1st St.
Volunteer gardeners are needed every Thursday at 9 AM. Your contribution can be as little or as much as you wish.
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To volunteer or host a gardening event please contact- Garden Workday at Downtown Farmers GardenStarts: 10:00 amEnds: May 24, 2012 - 12:00 pmLocation: Downtown Farmers Garden @ Alachua County Administration Bldg. 12 SE 1st St.Description: Volunteer gardeners are needed every Thursday at 9 AM. Your contribution can be as little or as much as you wish.
To volunteer or host a gardening event please contact Sean McLendon, Sustainability Program Manager. 352 548 3765 smclendon@alachuacounty.us or Travis Mitchell, Florida Organic Growers. 352 377 6345 travis@foginfo.org -
May 24, 2012 at 2:00 pm
High Springs
Visit http://www.farmersmarket.highsprings.com for more.
View full event details... - High Springs Farmers MarketStarts: 2:00 pmEnds: May 24, 2012 - 6:00 pmLocation: High SpringsDescription: Visit http://www.farmersmarket.highsprings.com for more.
25 - Thronebrook Village Farmer's MarketStarts: 3:00 pmEnds: May 25, 2012 - 6:00 pmLocation: Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd StreetDescription: The vendors sell local produce, preserves, vegetarian food, honey, and orange marmalade made from citrus grown in Gainesville backyards.
Thronebrook Village Farmer's Market
May 25, 2012 at 3:00 pm
Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd Street
The vendors sell local produce, preserves, vegetarian food, honey, and orange marmalade made from citrus grown in Gainesville backyards.
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May 25, 2012 at 4:00 pm
22050 Highway 441 N, Micanopy
Visit http://www.hogtownhomegrown.com/Farmers_Market.html for more.
View full event details... - Our Village MarketStarts: 4:00 pmEnds: May 25, 2012 - 8:00 pmLocation: 22050 Highway 441 N, MicanopyDescription: Visit http://www.hogtownhomegrown.com/Farmers_Market.html for more.
26 - Haile Village Farmers MarketStarts: 8:30 amEnds: May 26, 2012 - 12:00 pmLocation: S.W. 91st Terrace, Haile Village Center, Haile PlantationDescription: Visit hailefarmersmarket.com for more.
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May 26, 2012 at 8:30 am
5920 Northwest 13th Street
Visit http://www.441market.com for more.
View full event details... - Alachua County Farmers MarketStarts: 8:30 amEnds: May 26, 2012 - 1:00 pmLocation: 5920 Northwest 13th StreetDescription: Visit http://www.441market.com for more.
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May 26, 2012 at 8:30 am
S.W. 91st Terrace, Haile Village Center, Haile Plantation
Visit hailefarmersmarket.com for more.
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May 26, 2012 at 9:00 am
Morningside Nature Center
History comes to life at the little farm in the Piney Woods of Morningside Nature Center. Join us for Living History Days as park staff and volunteers interpret day-to-day life
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27 Highlands Community Garden Workday
May 27, 2012 at 12:00 pm
Highlands Presbyterian Church garden: 1001 NE 16th Avenue Gainesville, FL
Join your fellow community members at Highlands Community Garden (1001 Northeast 16th Ave) every Sunday at noon for good company and work (fun) in the garden. They currently have 14
View full event details...- Highlands Community Garden WorkdayStarts: 12:00 pmEnds: May 27, 2012 - 2:00 pmLocation: Highlands Presbyterian Church garden: 1001 NE 16th Avenue Gainesville, FLDescription: Join your fellow community members at Highlands Community Garden (1001 Northeast 16th Ave) every Sunday at noon for good company and work (fun) in the garden. They currently have 14 vegetable beds and are working to create more. They hope that this
site will become a hub for the varied groups in Gainesville working to create sustainability in the community. Future plans include an edible food forest as well as a composting site, both of which will be used to educate interested parties in the basics of gardening and
permaculture practices. - Sunday Local MarketStarts: 2:00 pmEnds: May 27, 2012 - 5:00 pmLocation: Citizens Co-op, 435 S. Main Street Gainesville, Florida 32601Description: Local & Fresh - Produce, Free Range Eggs, Baked Bread, Hot Dishes, & more!
28 29 30 - Union Street Farmers MarketStarts: 4:00 pmEnds: May 30, 2012 - 7:00 pmLocation: Downtown GainesvilleDescription: Visit http://www.unionstreetfarmersmkt.com for more.
31 - Garden Workday at Downtown Farmers GardenStarts: 10:00 amEnds: May 31, 2012 - 12:00 pmLocation: Downtown Farmers Garden @ Alachua County Administration Bldg. 12 SE 1st St.Description: Volunteer gardeners are needed every Thursday at 9 AM. Your contribution can be as little or as much as you wish.
To volunteer or host a gardening event please contact Sean McLendon, Sustainability Program Manager. 352 548 3765 smclendon@alachuacounty.us or Travis Mitchell, Florida Organic Growers. 352 377 6345 travis@foginfo.org - High Springs Farmers MarketStarts: 2:00 pmEnds: May 31, 2012 - 6:00 pmLocation: High SpringsDescription: Visit http://www.farmersmarket.highsprings.com for more.
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