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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210424
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SUMMARY:Market Manager Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:Market Manager Certification Course\nFridays\, Jan 22 – April 23\, 2021\n\nMore details to come!
URL:https://vafma.org/event/market-manager-certification-course/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210428T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Region Meeting
DESCRIPTION:VAFMA’s Blue Ridge Region Meeting. Contact Ricky Kowalewski for Zoom link.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/blue-ridge-region-meeting/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210430T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210430T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
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SUMMARY:Capital Region Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for the 2021 market season\, we are hosting a Capital Region Market Managers Meeting via Zoom on Friday\, April 30th\, beginning at 11:30 am.  VAFMA’s Executive Director\, Kim Hutchinson\, will join us to share the very latest in VDACS’ COVID guidance and other important VAFMA news.  We will not have a structured agenda\, it will be an informal chat about the status of our markets\, a discussion on market related issues and a chance to ask questions of each other.  Feel free to email with specific topics you would like to discuss. \nContact Cappie and John Montgomery for Zoom link.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/capital-region-meeting/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210721T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210721T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20210420T171552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T171552Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact Ricky Kowalewski for details
URL:https://vafma.org/event/blue-ridge-meeting/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211022
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20210702T171933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210702T171933Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Agritourism Conference
DESCRIPTION:2021 Virginia Agritourism Conference\nBase Camp: Exploring the Trails\, Agritourism\, and Downtown Ecosystem\n\nAgritourism Conference \n\n 
URL:https://vafma.org/event/virginia-agritourism-conference/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211027T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20210420T171700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T171700Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact Ricky Kowalewski for details
URL:https://vafma.org/event/blue-ridge-meeting-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220121T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20211116T183352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T183352Z
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SUMMARY:Market Manager Certification Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://vafma.org/event/market-manager-certification-program/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220316T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220316T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220211T195416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T202230Z
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SUMMARY:All Region Market Manager Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Connections & Changes Impacting Virginia’s Farmers Markets \nMarch 16\, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm\, via Zoom\nVAFMA will connect you with people and resources to help you navigate the 2022 market season. We will share policy and regulation updates impacting farmers markets while also sharing new funding and marketing resources. \nThen we’ll break out into regional groups giving you time to connect with other market managers near you. Everyone will separate into Zoom breakout rooms by region. \nYou’ll leave updated and connected with a list of key contacts for help with resolving market issues. \nRegister
URL:https://vafma.org/event/all-region-market-manager-meeting/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220413T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220222T172316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T172316Z
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SUMMARY:Action! Using Short Video Clips to Connect with Customers
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Farmers Market Preparedness Series from VAFMA and VSU \nVirtual Workshop (Action! Using Short Clips to Connect with Customers) \nAudience: Market Vendors 90-Minute Workshop \nThis workshop will focus on the ins and outs of short form video to attract new customers for individual vendors. Discussion points during the workshop will include:\n– Why short form video is important to attracting customers – What is effective and what to shoot\n– How long should the videos be? How often should they post?\n– Can videos created be used on multiple platforms (IG Reels\, TikTok)\n– What should I consider to help maintain privacy\n– How to overcome stage fright & tips to talking to a camera\n– How is the video content best shared to the social platforms (a demonstration will be provided)
URL:https://vafma.org/event/action-using-short-video-clips-to-connect-with-customers/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220420T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220420T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220315T162038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T162038Z
UID:7966-1650477600-1650483000@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Market Day Prep for Farmers Market Success
DESCRIPTION:Success at the farmers market starts well before you get to market. In the second webinar in the Farmers Market Preparedness series\, we will focus on getting prepared for market day. We will cover what you need to do\, bring\, and plan for to improve your sales at market. You’ll leave the webinar with a checklist to use throughout the season.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/market-day-prep-for-farmers-market-success/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220427T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220315T162316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T162316Z
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SUMMARY:Food Safety for Farmers Market Vendors
DESCRIPTION:In this third installment of the Farmers Market Preparedness workshop\, we will provide an overview of food safety for vendors at farmers markets. It will cover when a food inspection is required\, how to obtain an inspection\, and the exemptions from inspection in the Virginia Food Laws. The workshop will touch on applicable laws and regulations\, food labeling\, and packaging.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/food-safety-for-farmers-market-vendors/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220526T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220509T223408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T223408Z
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SUMMARY:4 Photos Every Farm Needs Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Connecting with shoppers at a busy farmers market can be a challenge. Using photographs can help tremendously. In this webinar\, the Virginia Farmers Market Association partners with Digital Storyteller and Farm Photographer Daniel James (DJ) of Herd Ventures to share the four shots every farmer needs to include on their website and at market. \nDJ will cover why each photo is important and how it connects with customers\, sharing examples throughout. He will also walk you through how to integrate the photos into your market set up so they are visible but don’t blow away on a windy day. You will leave the webinar with a pared down plan for adding photographs to your market display. \nMay 26\, 2022\, 3pm – 4pm\, via Zoom \nAbout the Speaker: With a family history of farming and a personal background in small business development\, nonprofits\, and agriculture\, DJ founded HERD Ventures to cultivate community through story. Over the past decade\, he has traveled the world working with farms to understand the evolution of agriculture and the role these stories play in feeding the imagination. Based on a sprawling farm in Esmont\, Virginia he now focuses exclusively on the Commonwealth and its regional food system to help bridge the gap between content and consumption. \nA recording will be available for registrants.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/4-photos-every-farm-needs-webinar/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220622T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220613T232031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T232031Z
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SUMMARY:Sales Strategy for Vendors Workshop
DESCRIPTION:June 22\, 2022\, 3pm – 5pm\, via Zoom\nWant to increase your sales at the market? Learn tips and techniques of engagement with customers and tourists by developing a sales strategy for both in-person and online sales. Understand how to better communicate what makes you and your brand special. Take the guess work out of social\, email\, and sales by focusing on why you are in this business\, and putting a plan in place to reach your goals. \nJoin the Virginia Farmers Market Association and Barb Lamb of The Apple Cart Company for this 2 hour training. Free registration is required. You will receive an email with a link to join the Zoom meeting. \nhttps://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTUzMTI0
URL:https://vafma.org/event/sales-strategy-for-vendors-workshop/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220814
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220413T213210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T213210Z
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SUMMARY:National Farmers Market Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate farmers markets all week! August 7 – 13\, 2022
URL:https://vafma.org/event/national-farmers-market-week-2/
CATEGORIES:National Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221012T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20220913T205449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T205449Z
UID:8469-1665586800-1665594000@vafma.org
SUMMARY:The Risk and Liability of Running a Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Risk and Liability of Running a Farmers Market\nOctober 12\, 2022 at 3pm\, Via Zoom\nIs your farmers market prepared for an emergency or accident? Does your insurance policy cover what it needs to cover? Do you know how to document an incident? In this webinar\, Katie Atkinson of New Oak Insurance will help you answer these questions. She will discuss the potential big issues to look out for and how to conduct an annual checkup. She will also share the questions to ask your insurance agent to make sure your market or vendor business is fully covered. \nThe answers to these questions may be different whether your market: \n\nis on public property versus private property\nuses volunteer or paid staff\nis a non-profit\, government or private organization\n\nJoin us October 12\, 2022 at 3pm via Zoom to ensure that you are taking the necessary precautions. \nFree Registration Required
URL:https://vafma.org/event/the-risk-and-liability-of-running-a-farmers-market/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221109T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20221017T155441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T235842Z
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SUMMARY:2022 VAFMA Member Meeting & Board Election
DESCRIPTION:VAFMA Member Meeting 2022November 9\, 2022\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMVAFMA members onlyAll members of the Virginia Farmers Market Association are invited to the 2022 VAFMA Member Meeting and Board Election. During this online meeting\, we will review 2022 and share our plans for 2023 and beyond.Members will hear from and vote on VAFMA board nominees. We will facilitate an open discussion about the opportunities and challenges markets and vendors encountered in 2022. We will also ask for feedback on what VAFMA can do for members in 2023. We encourage all VAFMA members to attend. The more involved you are\, the better VAFMA will be.10:00 – 10:30 – VAFMA Board Election10:30 – 11:15 – VAFMA in 2022 and 202311:15-12:00 – Facilitated and Open Member Conversation
URL:https://vafma.org/event/2022-vafma-member-meeting-board-election/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230118T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230118T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20221025T203212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T194041Z
UID:8543-1674034200-1674052200@vafma.org
SUMMARY:2023 Virginia Farmers Market Conference
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Farmers Market Conference (online)\nJanuary 18\, 2023\, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm\nFocus will be on Social Media Marketing & Food Access \nMore info coming soon
URL:https://vafma.org/event/2023-virginia-farmers-market-conference/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Conference
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230127T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20221213T203430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T203802Z
UID:8837-1674813600-1674820800@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Market Manager Certification Course Begins - 14 weeks
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Farmers Market Association (VAFMA) is pleased to offer a 14-week interactive\, engaging\, student-centered learning experience addressing real-world market issues. \nMore Details Here
URL:https://vafma.org/event/market-manager-certification-course-begins-14-weeks/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230303T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230303T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230217T163109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T163109Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) Expansion
DESCRIPTION:Farmer’s Market Managers:\nPlease attend the virtual Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) expansion Information Session on Friday\, March 3rd from 1-2pm. \n2023 brings new opportunities to expand this program throughout the Commonwealth\, and we need your help. \nFind out how your farmer’s market and vendors can support low-income older adults! \nUse the Zoom link or phone numbers below:  \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83638520890 \nMeeting ID: 836 3852 0890 \nOne tap mobile \n+13092053325\,\,83638520890# US \n+13126266799\,\,83638520890# US (Chicago) \nDial by your location\n+1 309 205 3325 US\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n+1 646 931 3860 US\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 305 224 1968 US\n+1 719 359 4580 US\n+1 253 205 0468 US\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 360 209 5623 US\n+1 386 347 5053 US\n+1 507 473 4847 US\n+1 564 217 2000 US\n+1 669 444 9171 US\n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n+1 689 278 1000 US\nMeeting ID: 836 3852 0890\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdrJltiS41
URL:https://vafma.org/event/senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program-sfmnp-expansion/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230317T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230203T151833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T194627Z
UID:8902-1679045400-1679068800@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Farmers Market Food Safety Summit
DESCRIPTION:During this Food Safety Summit\, VAFMA will bring together representatives from Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services\, Virginia Department of Health and Virginia Cooperative Extension to walk you through the requirements and answer your questions.  \nJoin us to make sure you are up-to-date on the state’s regulations: \n\nVirginia Farmers Market Food Safety Summit
URL:https://vafma.org/event/virginia-farmers-market-food-safety-summit/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230331T165802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T165802Z
UID:9333-1681300800-1681304400@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Shenandoah VAFMA Region Meeting (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Hello Shenandoah Market Managers and Food System Leaders! \nWell as you all are very aware the busiest time of year is either already here or ramping up. This is a critical time to connect and network with other Market Managers and Food System Leaders in our region. Sharing our ideas\, challenges\, and support can be incredibly rewarding as we enter this phase in the season.\n\nI have scheduled a meeting date on Wednesday April 12th from 12pm-1pm.\n\nIf you cannot make this date\, have no fear\, we will hopefully have these meetings every couple months and can catch you on the next one!\n\nIf you are also interested in Virginia Fresh Match or a Virginia Fresh Match Partner Outlet please attend this meeting.\n\nMy goal for this meeting is to provide some updates and information\, but mostly make space to connect and learn about other markets in the region.\n\nHere is the link to attend the meeting\, feel free to also call in at the number listed.\n\nShenandoah Regional Call (VAFMA)\nWednesday\, April 12 · 12:00 – 1:00pm\nGoogle Meet joining info\nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/ytq-nfbh-row\nOr dial: ‪(US) +1 551-444-6769‬ PIN: ‪765 817 710‬# \n\n\nLooking forward to seeing you all virtually in a few weeks!\n\nMegan Marshall (she/her)\nDirector of Food Access\, Project GROWS\nVAFMA Shenandoah Regional Director\nShenandoah Regional Lead\, Virginia Fresh Match
URL:https://vafma.org/event/shenandoah-vafma-region-meeting-virtual/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230331T170108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T170728Z
UID:9335-1681909200-1681916400@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Central Region VAFMA Meeting (in person)
DESCRIPTION:There will be a VAFMA Central Region meeting on April 19\, 2023 at 1pm at 4257 Aiken Drive Suite H\, Warrenton\, Va \nPlease RSVP to Erin Mann.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/vafma-central-region-meeting-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230424T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230331T170532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T170532Z
UID:9337-1682330400-1682337600@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Capital Region VAFMA Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:VAFMA’s Capital Region group is meeting quarterly. Coordinated by Stephanie Ganz\, VAFMA’s Capital Region Director. If you’re not receiving updates on these meetings\, please contact us and we will add you to the regional list. \nThe next scheduled meetings are April 24\, July 24\, and October 23. All at 10am via Zoom.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/capital-region-vafma-meeting-virtual/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230511T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230511T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230417T140502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T140502Z
UID:9371-1683824400-1683828000@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: More Money From Your Markets
DESCRIPTION:More Money From Your Markets \nMay 11\, 2023\, 5pm-6pm Via Zoom \nYou work hard to prepare for your markets\, so let’s make sure you have the best sales possible. In this webinar\, you will learn how to increase traffic to your booth\, convert market guests into paying customers and keep them coming back week after week. \nYou will also learn how to track sales and expenses\, use newsletters to communicate with customers and spotlight the best product in your business … YOU! \nAbout Our Speaker: \nKelly Shepherd is the co-owner of What The Farm\, a regenerative farm that specializes in chicken\, pork\, lamb and beef in Virginia Beach\, VA. With a background in business coaching\, her primary focus is helping farmers and market vendors achieve profitability through agritourism\, education and subscription based sales. Kelly believes that the only way to grow the sustainable farmers market movement is to make it a win/win for both vendors and consumers. \nA recording will be available for registrants. \nRegistration
URL:https://vafma.org/event/webinar-more-money-from-your-markets/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230505T150353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T150429Z
UID:9389-1684234800-1684242000@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Region VAFMA Meeting (in person)
DESCRIPTION:The next Blue Ridge Regional meeting will be in person on Tuesday\, May 16th from 11am – 1pm at 1210 Patterson Ave.\, Roanoke\, VA 24016 in the Community Room. Please let me know whether or not you will be able to attend.  Agenda to follow. \n  \nVAFMA Blue Ridge Regional Director:\nDeborah Edwards\, Director\nBlacksburg Farmer’s Market \nContact us to let us know you can attend.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/blue-ridge-region-vafma-meeting/
LOCATION:LEAP\, 1027 Patterson Ave\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings,Regional Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230724T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230331T170641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T170757Z
UID:9339-1690192800-1690200000@vafma.org
SUMMARY:Capital Region VAFMA Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:VAFMA’s Capital Region group is meeting quarterly. Coordinated by Stephanie Ganz\, VAFMA’s Capital Region Director. If you’re not receiving updates on these meetings\, please contact us and we will add you to the regional list. \nThe next scheduled meetings are April 24\, July 24\, and October 23. All at 10am via Zoom.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/capital-region-vafma-meeting/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230813
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230612T213953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T213953Z
UID:9456-1691280000-1691884799@vafma.org
SUMMARY:National Farmers Market Week
DESCRIPTION:August 6 – 12\, 2023 is National Farmers Market Week! It is during this week each year that organizations across the state and the country celebrate farmers markets and their significant contributions to their communities. \nIn Virginia\, the celebration is coordinated by the Virginia Farmers Market Association (VAFMA) and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS).
URL:https://vafma.org/event/national-farmers-market-week-3/
CATEGORIES:National Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230824T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230824T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230816T205039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T205039Z
UID:9511-1692869400-1692876600@vafma.org
SUMMARY:VAFMA Blue Ridge Regional Meeting (in person)
DESCRIPTION:The next VAFMA Blue Ridge Regional meeting is on August 24th from 9:30am – 11:30am at 1210 Patterson Ave. SW\, Roanoke. Please contact Debbie Edwards for more details.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/vafma-blue-ridge-regional-meeting-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231011T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232646
CREATED:20230915T131617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T131617Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Creating Great Social Media Content for Your Market
DESCRIPTION:Creating Great Social Media Content for Your Market\nDo you need more ideas for what to post on social media? Do you wish you could reach more market shoppers online? \nMarkia Baker and Navi Johnson of NM Legaci Marketing can help! In our next webinar\, they will discuss what makes for great content. They’ll share examples and give practical advice that you can use right away. \nThey will also walk you through how to create an Instagram reel and offer ideas for making them more engaging. \nJoin us October 11\, 2023 from 10am – 11am via Zoom. \nFree registration
URL:https://vafma.org/event/webinar-creating-great-social-media-content-for-your-market/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Capital Region VAFMA Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:VAFMA’s Capital Region group is meeting quarterly. Coordinated by Stephanie Ganz\, VAFMA’s Capital Region Director. If you’re not receiving updates on these meetings\, please contact us and we will add you to the regional list. \nThe next scheduled meetings are April 24\, July 24\, and October 23. All at 10am via Zoom.
URL:https://vafma.org/event/capital-region-vafma-meeting-virtual-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Regional Meetings
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