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Saturday, March 25, 2023 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm – Registration is open and planting season is right around the corner! The Spring ’23 Gardening Seminar will feature: Andrea from Healthy Harvest RuthAnn Zimmerman Jessie Liebenguth from Iowa State University/ Reiman Gardens Pat Ennis from P & P Honey Becky’s Greenhouse Get out and get moving into the world of gardening Just in time for […]

Wednesday, December 12, 2018 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm –

This is a social event, with a world cafe discussion, as part of the NI Local Food Connection program. All are welcome to join!

Wednesday, February 13, 2019 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm –

The NI Local Food Connection is getting together to network and discuss plans for 2019 North Iowa Local Food Connection programing (hint: we’re looking at some education events, field days, and a couple workshops). Bring some snacks, stories, and ideas for discussion!

These meetings are primarily focused on local food businesses (farms, restaurants, grocers, etc.), but those who are interested in the conversation are welcome to join!

Sunday, June 14, 2020 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm –

Explore the orchard of Darin and Arlene Enderton in Nashua with this behind-the-scenes look at the numerous varieties of apples and what goes into their U-Pick operation. They will also highlight their on-farm Ewes, who will likely be lambing during this time.  

Wednesday, May 8, 2019 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm –

We know Spring will be in full swing and yes, we’re inviting you to pause, take a break, check in with each other, get the update on Connection Field Day plans and share strategies for bringing balance around your farming life ….you’re going to need it…the 2019 season is taking off!

Tuesday, December 7, 2021 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm –

Join us for our upcoming NI Local Food Coalition Quarterly Mtg – Winter 2021 to be held *in-person* on Tues. Dec. 7th at 3:00PM at the Mason City Chamber of Commerce.

We will participate in a focus group about current strengths, challenges, and opportunities for the Iowa Local Food System, as well as then connect on updates from our partners in the room.

We will then enjoy social networking time at Fat Hill Brewing to follow starting at 4:30pm (right downstairs).

Note: We ALWAYS welcome new faces and perspectives to join our Coalition meetings! If you have a role in our food system (farmer, business owner, service provider, eater, etc) we welcome you to our table!

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm –

Join to discuss local food waste efforts, as well as enjoy time to touch base around current projects and ideas for local food in North Iowa!

Tuesday, October 20, 2020 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm –

Join to discuss regional and project teams updates, and presentations by local Farm to School efforts with discussion of next steps for efforts here in North Iowa.

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm –

Join to learn about local Farm to School efforts, as well as enjoy time to touch base around current projects and ideas for local food in North Iowa!

Thursday, April 1, 2021 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Join to discuss regional and project teams updates, and presentations by local community garden leaders, as well as general meeting time to touch base around current projects and ideas for local food in North Iowa! We will plan on this being a Zoom call. Register in advance for this meeting: After registering, you will receive […]