BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Groundwork Somerville - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Groundwork Somerville X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://groundworksomerville.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Groundwork Somerville 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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T210000 DTSTAMP:20240502T154018Z CREATED:20240502T153343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T154018Z UID:10045-1716490800-1716498000@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Grow Gala 2024 DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets! \nWe are delighted to host Groundwork Somerville’s annual Grow Gala at the historic Somerville Armory on Thursday\, May 23\, 2024. We hope you will join us in celebrating GWS’s community\, robust history\, and exciting future. \n2022-2023 was a period of tremendous change and challenge\, as well as thoughtful growth at GWS. The Grow Gala is our chance to celebrate the community that sustained and supported us through this period and introduce our current youth Green Team members\, new staff\, and recommitment to our vision for cultivating a greener\, more equitable Somerville. \nYour ticket supports GWS and includes an enriching night of dinner\, dancing\, and dialogue shared with the community\, Green Team youth\, and the GWS team and supporters. We hope you will also consider making an additional donation to help GWS fulfill our mission. We are truly excited for this opportunity to mix and mingle with the community. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/grow-gala-2024/ LOCATION:Arts at the Armory END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T170000 DTSTAMP:20230731T151638Z CREATED:20230713T191716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T151638Z UID:9705-1693137600-1693155600@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Harvest Festival DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the end of our growing season with a festival at our South Street Farm! Using produce from our farm\, we will have stations that include fermentation\, popping corn\, and making jam and salsa. There will also be informational tables to learn about native plants and local pollinators. Fun for everyone—families and all ages welcome! \nEnjoy live music from local artists\, drinks from Portico Brewery\, who will donate proceeds to Groundwork Somerville\, and food from Dave’s Fresh Pasta\, Redbones BBQ\, and Mike’s Food and Spirits. \nThere will be a farm blessing and harvest starting at 12 pm—show up to help harvest our fresh fruits and vegetables! The produce will be sold and used in activities at various festival stations. \n  \nWe are looking for volunteers to help with running tables\, setting up\, and cleaning up. If you would like to volunteer for the festival\, sign up with this form. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/harvest-festival-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screen-Shot-2023-07-13-at-3.15.39-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T120000 DTSTAMP:20230725T164517Z CREATED:20230725T154231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T164517Z UID:9726-1692439200-1692446400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Native Plant Workshops and Volunteer Hours DESCRIPTION:Stop by the farm on Saturday\, August 5 and Saturday\, August 19 to learn about native plants over breakfast! The workshops\, with a different theme each weekend\, will be occurring alongside general volunteer hours for farm tasks like planting and harvesting. Come by for the workshops\, the volunteering\, the food\, or all three! URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/native-plant-workshops-and-volunteer-hours/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Groundwork-Breakfast-Club-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T120000 DTSTAMP:20230720T141011Z CREATED:20230718T151216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T141011Z UID:9716-1690020000-1690027200@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Native Plant Workshop and Volunteer Hours DESCRIPTION:Stop by the farm on Saturday\, July 22\, August 5\, and August 19 to learn about native plants over breakfast! The workshops\, with a different theme each weekend\, will be occurring alongside general volunteer hours for necessary farm tasks. Come by for the workshop\, the volunteering\, or both! URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/native-plant-workshop-and-volunteer-hours/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Groundwork-Breakfast-Club-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T120000 DTSTAMP:20230705T150626Z CREATED:20230705T144633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T150626Z UID:9681-1689415200-1689422400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Native Plants You Can Eat! DESCRIPTION:Groundwork Breakfast Club: Native plants you can eat! \nHave you ever wondered if that plant in your yard is safe to eat?\nCome find out! We will learn about native plants that make tasty snacks AND support the health of our ecosystem. A combination workshop\, workday\, and breakfast club (coffee and pastries provided): Building community over breakfast. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/native-plants-you-can-eat/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville CATEGORIES:News,Upcoming Events,What's New? ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Breakfast-Club-native-plants.jpg1024_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T140000 DTSTAMP:20230704T215501Z CREATED:20230704T020617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T215501Z UID:9689-1688817600-1688824800@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Mural Painting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Background\nSince 2011\, Groundwork Somerville’s staff\, Green Team members\, and community volunteers have worked together to transform a parking lot on South Street into an abundant community farm. For two years they have enlisted the help of community artists to enliven the space with murals along some of the walls. This year\, another wall of plain siding will be transformed into a colorful garden space. \nProcess\nMurals are a way communities add color\, vibrancy\, and life to city spaces. The process for creating a mural follows a number of steps: \nSketching and Ideas\nThe artist creates a number of sketches based on ideas and concepts for the mural. For this mural\, we focused on a number of design ideas: diversity\, community connectedness\, youth\, and the vibrancy of the farm. Many of the colors were pulled from photographs from the farm produce. \nCommunity Input\nThe artist chose two final sketches to present to community members at GWS’ Earth Day Celebration. 106 votes were taken by community members to determine the winning design. \nCleaning and Priming\nPart of what makes a mural unique is that it is outside and open to the elements. It is very important to prep murals so that they last and remain vibrant over time. The priming and prep of the wall – cleaning of dirt and debris – is important so that the mural lasts. \nPainting\nThe next steps are the painting of the design. The design is blocked off on a grid and then filled in with color. \nSealing\nThe final step is sealing the whole piece with a waterproof layer to protect from the elements. Normally this is done with spray paint. This will ensure that the mural remains water-proof\, doesn’t peel or fade. \nThe Activity\nVolunteers will help preserve the mural by prepping the wall and priming.\nVolunteers will begin by wiping down the surface of the wall with damp cloths so that the surface of the wall is clean and dry.\nNext\, volunteers will prime the surface with a layer of white paint. Emelia can show an example of how to evenly apply brushstrokes\, but it’s not necessary to be perfect. The paint will dry and the surface will be ready! \nAbout the Artist: \nEmelia Misail is an artist living in Allston and working in Cambridge at Just A Start\, a community development organization around the corner from the South Street Farm. Originally from Pepperell\, MA\, Emelia has been a local artist for several years and completed community projects for the Pepperell Lawrence Library\, Prescott Grange and three local schools. Since moving to Allston\, she has been a part of the City of Boston PaintBox program and has completed large-scale commissions for acrylic and watercolor portraits and landscapes. Her work is inspired by the natural world and rural Massachusetts. \nHer website can be found here:\nhttps://emeliamisail.wixsite.com/emelia-misail URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/mural-painting-workshop/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville CATEGORIES:News,Upcoming Events,What's New? ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/mural.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T130000 DTSTAMP:20230323T183940Z CREATED:20230228T194312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T183940Z UID:9548-1683975600-1683982800@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Spring Seedling Sale! DESCRIPTION:Groundwork Somerville is excited to celebrate the coming of spring with our annual Seedling Sale!! We want to encourage community members to grow their own veggies by providing you with some healthy seedlings to get you started. These seedlings will be sourced from ReVision Urban Farm in Dorchester. All sales from this seedling fundraiser will go towards helping us grow healthy produce for our community. \nWhen: Saturday\, May 13th from 11am-1pm [rain date – Sunday\, May 14th] \nWhere: South St. Farm – 138 South St.\, Somerville \nWhat: Join us for a fun\, family-friendly day to buy seedlings for your garden\, tour our farm space\, and more! URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/spring-seedling-sale/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T120000 DTSTAMP:20230425T181742Z CREATED:20230414T201450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T181742Z UID:9620-1682503200-1682510400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Eyes in the Field: Documenting urban native plants and insects for Conservation DESCRIPTION:Description: Claire invites us to open up to a type of Nature that is closer than we think – present all around us in our busy cities. She will lead a few activities to ease the journey of discovering urban wildlife and documenting it to help protect it. \nPresenter: Claire O’Neill (Earthwise Aware). Claire O’Neill is the founder of Earthwise Aware (EwA) and the director of its Biodiversity & Climate Participatory Science program. This initiative connects the public with its immediate natural systems and empowers communities. EwA is known locally for its democratization of ecological science through experiences focused on place-based urban wildlife\, natural history\, and the conservation of species interactions in their natural habitat. Claire also serves as a board member of the Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation and is an advisor for the Green & Open Somerville group. About EwA Participatory Science Program » www.earthwiseaware.org/citizen-science. \nMaterials: Attendees will be provided with a small informative booklet notebook. We will be using the app iNaturalist\, so bring your smartphone if you have one! \nPrice: Sliding scale donation. \nThe event will be capped at 15 attendees. Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4GqrJcjVAOa3aDdwwz7ONjCDaO0e89uAtGySWWlEWNzuWIw/viewform?usp=sf_link \n  \n              URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/eyes-in-the-field-documenting-urban-native-plants-and-insects-for-conservation/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/bloodroot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T140000 DTSTAMP:20230404T192332Z CREATED:20230228T193820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T192332Z UID:9544-1682157600-1682172000@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Earth Day Workday + Celebration DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our 2023 Earth Day Workday and Celebration! On Saturday\, April 22nd\, we will host a farm workday from 10am-12pm\, along with a community-wide celebration from 12pm-2pm filled with hands-on educational activities\, games\, music\, and more! \nWe will have family-friendly activities including scavenger hunts\, voting on our next farm-mural\, live music\, seed-starting demonstrations\, seed-packet give aways\, tours of our farm & greenhouse\, and additional activities presented by local environmental & climate organizations!  \nAfter the celebration\, be sure to check out Portico Brewing across the street as a portion of their proceeds will go to Groundwork Somerville on Earth Day! \nThis event is free and open to the public — join us. Please RSVP for the workday here and the celebration here! Rain date: Sunday\, April 23rd. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/earth-day-workday-celebration/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T160000 DTSTAMP:20230309T225102Z CREATED:20230302T204856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T225102Z UID:9557-1680361200-1680364800@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Grow Your Own Microgreens Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join guest presenter\, Farmer Ceilidh (they/them)\, to learn how to grow fresh\, flavorful microgreens with tasty suggestions for how to use them.  Growing microgreens is an easy introduction to growing your own food and a great activity to do with kids!  All you need is a sunny window!  Seeds\, soil\, and pot will be provided during this hands-on workshop and for you to take home to get you started. \nDate & Location: April 1st\, 3-4pm @ South St. Farm \nRegistration: Registration is required\, with a sliding-scale cost. Please register here. Participants will be capped at 30 people. \nAbout Ceilidh – Growing up in northern Vermont\, Ceilidh developed a love for being outside and a passion for exploring the outdoors with others.  Over the years they have worked on a variety of farms and homesteads\, but they always return to small scale farms and the joys of sharing the growing of produce with others. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/grow-your-own-microgreens-workshop/ LOCATION:138 South St.\, Somerville END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230327 DTSTAMP:20230314T164409Z CREATED:20230228T194131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T164409Z UID:9546-1679788800-1679875199@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Spring Seedling Sale - Pre Order Deadline DESCRIPTION:Our annual seedling sale is back! We want to encourage community members to grow their own veggies by providing you with some healthy seedlings to get you started. These seedlings will be sourced from our friends at ReVision Urban Farm in Dorchester. All sales from this seedling fundraiser event will go towards helping us grow healthy veggies this season to provide our community with culturally-relevant\, affordable food! \nSeedling Pre-Order: To ensure you receive the seedlings you want\, we encourage you to pre-order. We will have a supply of seedlings the day-of\, but the selection will be more limited. Pre-orders will be capped at 65 entries and are due by March 26th. \nPre-order online here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdySDJU_Ra_rHNUiayL9D4EbJ2EVxqMz8EQe5gxEz15ZoHPYw/viewform URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/spring-seedling-sale-pre-order-deadline/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T113000 DTSTAMP:20230302T204238Z CREATED:20230221T222553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T204238Z UID:9530-1679133600-1679139000@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:The Way of the Maple Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Way of the Maple Workshop \nDetails: Explore with us the life of maple species: their life process\, their ecological function\, their importance for plants and animals (including us\, one of the animal species relying upon them)\, and how they help scientists assess climate change effects on our region. You’ll also learn how to document their seasonal developmental phases (known as phenology) to support conservation programs and local and national scientific studies. This workshop is part of our Maple Syrup Project leading up to the Maple Boil Down. \nDate & Location: Saturday\, March 18th\, 10-11:30am at 22 Vinal Ave\, Somerville (The Somerville Growing Center) \nRegistration: Registration is required as we will cap this event at 15 participants. The $15 suggested donation will support Earthwise Aware and costs associated with the Maple Boil Down. Register online here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07ejnztb9r4eba93ac \nPresenter: Claire O’Neill (Earthwise Aware). Claire O’Neill is the founder of Earthwise Aware (EwA) and the director of its Biodiversity & Climate Participatory Science program. This initiative connects the public with its immediate natural systems and empowers communities. EwA is known locally for its democratization of ecological science through experiences focused on place-based urban wildlife\, natural history\, and the conservation of species interactions in their natural habitat. Claire also serves as a board member of the Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation and is an advisor for the Green & Open Somerville group. ⓘ About EwA Participatory Science Program » www.earthwiseaware.org/citizen-science URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/the-way-of-the-maple-workshop/ LOCATION:Somerville Community Growing Center\, 22 Vinal Ave.\, Somerville\, MA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T140000 DTSTAMP:20230307T170641Z CREATED:20230103T180017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T170641Z UID:9466-1678532400-1678543200@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Boil Down DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the Maple Syrup Boil Down is coming back in full swing for 2023! This wonderful community tradition\, now in its 24th year\, began in 2000 at the Somerville Community Growing Center\, with Groundwork Somerville taking over about a decade later. The two organizations have joined forces to collaborate on this community project in more recent years. Through tapping local maple trees on the Tufts campus\, we are able to spend time outdoors in winter\, enjoy experiential learning\, and connect with seasonal cycles and one of nature’s most beautiful systems! \nYou can purchase t-shirts and tote bags here! \nRead more about the history of the boil down on the Growing Center’s website here! URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/maple-syrup-boil-down-3/ LOCATION:Somerville Community Growing Center\, 22 Vinal Ave.\, Somerville\, MA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T164500 DTSTAMP:20230131T144148Z CREATED:20230131T144105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T144148Z UID:9517-1675698300-1675701900@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Indoor School Growing: Project Ideas for the Classroom DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in establishing a school garden program at your school or in your classroom but there is no outdoor space? Microgreens\, sprouts\, seed tape and more\, this workshop will focus on indoor school gardening with no outdoor space required! You will leave with ideas on best practices for the indoor school garden and with some projects you can start right away indoors to engage students! \n  \nPresenters: Safiyat Hamiss\, Tasty Harvest & Juliana Soltys\, School Garden Manager\, Groundwork Somerville \nZoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlduuqqD0jHtd7tu8wMKCg3Y7GtRCpMHOt URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/indoor-school-growing-project-ideas-for-the-classroom/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T193000 DTSTAMP:20230120T203758Z CREATED:20230117T185114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T203758Z UID:9485-1675189800-1675193400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Foraging for Local Wild Food: Part I DESCRIPTION:Do you want to be able to find free food growing in your neighborhood?  Do you want to do so while being safe\, and respectful of nature?  This discussion will help you get started on your foraging journey! \nIn this workshop\, local forager and plant-enthusiast\, Shane Jordan\, will walk us through the basics of foraging and identify commonly-foraged trees and plants. Focus will be on humans relationship to nature\, why foraging is valuable\, a history of foraging through an anti-capitalist perspective\, and foraging as it relates to race & class. We will also examine photos and discuss specific trees and plants in the area that make great foraging material. Stay tuned for part II of this workshop in early fall for a walk around Somerville to identify local plants good for foraging!  \nShane is based in Somerville and has been foraging for over a decade\, but still considers himself a beginner.  He is most interested in that place where economy\, ecology\, philosophy\, history\, science\, and politics overlap.  He spends a lot of time looking at plants and thinking “can I eat that?” \nPart I of this workshop will be held via zoom. Please register online here and you will be sent a zoom link prior to the date. Tickets are sliding scale $0-$15. All proceeds will go toward the construction of our very first community compost-bin at South St. Farm! URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/foraging-for-local-wild-food-part-i/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230108T190000 DTSTAMP:20230104T161848Z CREATED:20230104T161848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T161848Z UID:9469-1673197200-1673204400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Maple Boil Kickoff: Maple Beer Event! DESCRIPTION:Join the Somerville Community Growing Center and Groundwork Somerville at Aeronaut Brewing Co.\, 14 Tyler Street in Somerville on Sunday\, January 8\, 5-7 pm for Sap on Tap\, our first-ever collaborative Maple Beer Event! Aeronaut has said their Maple Beer will be available for purchase (among other beer offerings) – made with sap tapped from Tufts campus trees by Growing Center volunteers last winter! And we’ll provide snacks\, history and background on the Maple Boil\, which in 2022 inspired Aeronaut’s creation. We encourage anyone interested in learning about and/or volunteering for the Maple Syrup Project to attend. \nThe $5 suggested donation will help pay for materials costs needed to keep the project continuing\, including storage buckets\, taps\, upgrades on safety equipment\, fire bricks\, jars and labels. \nPlease RSVP here. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/maple-boil-kickoff-maple-beer-event/ LOCATION:Aeronaut Brewery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T170000 DTSTAMP:20221011T160718Z CREATED:20221011T160718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T160718Z UID:9421-1666368000-1666371600@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Seed Saving Workshop DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about the different methods for saving seeds and the role of seed saving in the context of food sovereignty? In this workshop\, we will both discuss and practice different seed saving techniques for a variety of vegetables\, herbs\, and flowers. In addition\, we will explore the cultural and political importance of seed saving. Participants will take home their own packet of seeds to save for the spring! \nSliding Scale Cost: $8-$40 \nRegister here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejfd3ypu619c53a8&llr=9afj9dcab URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/seed-saving-workshop/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T190000 DTSTAMP:20220829T180607Z CREATED:20220818T204221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T180607Z UID:9387-1663867800-1663873200@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Food Justice Workshop and Farm Tour DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about urban farming and food justice in Somerville? Explore the intersection of food justice and sustainable farming during an educational workshop and tour of Groundwork Somerville’s urban farm. During this event\, you will learn more about the components of food justice and the ways that Groundwork Somerville utilizes their farm to work towards a more equitable and just food system. \nPAY WHAT YOU CAN: Sliding scale between $5 and $30. \n  \nRegister here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07ejcb9kizc87997fa \n  \n  URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/food-justice-workshop/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_3894-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T220000 DTSTAMP:20220915T151828Z CREATED:20220719T161150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T151828Z UID:9326-1661025600-1661032800@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Empire Records: A Movie Screening with Strictly Brohibited\, ONCE\, and Groundwork Somerville DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED FOR 8/20! \nStrictly Brohibited is thrilled to partner with ONCE and Groundwork Somerville for a screening of EMPIRE RECORDS at South Street Farm! \nWritten by Carol Heikinnen and directed by Allan Moyle\, this 1995 cult classic features an ensemble cast of alternative cuties (Liv Tyler\, Robin Tunney\, Rory Cochrane\, Ethan Embry\, Renee Zellweger\, Johnny Whitworth\, and more!) working at an independent record store on the brink of being bought out by an evil music conglomerate. Together with their boss (Anthony LaPaglia)\, the employees must come together to save their store while also dealing with annoying customers\, attempted shoplifting\, emotional breakdowns\, rampant hormones\, and a narcissistic pop star (Rex Manning). \nRuntime: 90 minutes \n. \nNotes: \nSeating opens at 7:30pm\, movie starts at 8pm. Come early for pre-show trivia and raffle! \nWe have benches and chairs but if you want to bring your own folding chair or blanket\, go for it! \n. \nBuy tickets here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07ejc087fu8466230d URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/empire-records-a-movie-screening-with-strictly-brohibited-once-and-groundwork-somerville/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/empire-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T210000 DTSTAMP:20220804T164545Z CREATED:20220513T195913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T164545Z UID:9267-1659636000-1659646800@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Music and Games at the Farm DESCRIPTION:Join us for another amazing concert at the farm on Thursday\, August 4th. \nThe fun starts at 6 PM (note time change)! Come check out RnB grooves from singer Leah Parrett\, tantalizing flow from rappers Sur5ill and D Staley\,  games\, food\, and more! Free general admission. All ages are welcome. Donations are highly encouraged to support further programming. \n  \nAbout the performers: \nLeah Parrett: Leah Parrett is a singer from Brockton\, MA who is currently attending Berklee College of Music and studying songwriting. Leah performs both original songs and covers spanning genres from R&B to Neo-Soul. \nD Staley: D Staley is a 27-year old rapper based out of New Bedford\, MA. Life is a trip and I’m here for the ride. Shout out good music! \nSur5ILL: Since 2015 Stephond Goler\, who performs under the pseudonym Sur5ILL (pronounced survival)\, has produced a dozen events in and around Boston from indoor variety shows at commercial spaces to outdoor music festivals. A former Somerville resident of six years\, he also volunteered regularly to operationalize programming for the Somerville Arts Council. \nMusically\, Sur5ILL produces prolific amounts of often witty\, satirical Hip Hop brimming with biting social commentary\, smooth beats and unique flair. His 2020 release\, Exception 2\, is available to stream or download via all distributed outlets. \n  \nPlease RVSP here: https://www.facebook.com/events/4681211551980926/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2252%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22[%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A%7B%5C%22invite_link_id%5C%22%3A358167016466443%7D%7D]%22%7D \n  URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/aug4/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-07-18-at-12.53.03-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T213000 DTSTAMP:20220627T205021Z CREATED:20220627T205021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T205021Z UID:9311-1657310400-1657315800@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Strictly Brohibited at South Street Farm: TALK TO ME DESCRIPTION:It’s Strictly Brohibited at South Street Farm! Join us for a monthly screening series of cool movies written and/or directed by non-men. Free and open to the public! \nOur July film is TALK TO ME (2007)\, directed by Kasi Lemmons. This biopic follows Petey Greene (Don Cheadle)\, an activist radio DJ who became an influential figure in the 60s and 70s\, propelled by his ambitious manager Dewey Hughes (Chiwetel Ejiofor). Written by Hughes’ real-life son Michael Genet and filmmaker Rick Famuyiwa (Brown Sugar\, Dope)\, the film documents Greene’s ascension from prison DJ to high-profile talk show host\, and addresses still-relevant topics like racism\, poverty\, and drug abuse in an environment that was often hostile to Black voices. With compelling lead performances\, a killer soul and funk soundtrack\, and an impressive supporting cast (including Taraji P Henson\, Martin Sheen\, Cedric the Entertainer\, and Lemmons’ husband Vondie Curtis-Hall)\, this overlooked gem offers an engaging glimpse into an important cultural history. \nRuntime: 118 minutes \n  \nLocation: South Street Farm\, 198 South St\, Somerville \nDate: Friday\, July 8 \nTime: Seating opens at 7:30pm\, movie starts at 8pm \nCost: Free admission. Donations to support Groundwork Somerville’s programs are welcome! \nRSVP: As space is limited\, please confirm your attendance by RSVPing on facebook or directly with one of the organizers \nCOVID protocol: Masks are optional\, but encouraged when in close proximity to others. We trust you will not attend if you have any symptoms or recent close contacts. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/strictly-brohibited-at-south-street-farm-talk-to-me/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T200000 DTSTAMP:20220620T160112Z CREATED:20220513T200237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T160112Z UID:9272-1656608400-1656619200@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Music\, Fun\, and Games on the Farm! DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED TO JUNE 30 \nJoin us at the farm for an evening of outdoor music\, fun\, and games! Dance to DJ music\, buy art from Razalas Art\, learn about local youth organizations\, and play OVERSIZED yard games with EventThem! \n$10 suggested donation. \n  \n  \nThis event is part of a summer concert series hosted by EventThem and Groundwork Somerville. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/concert-series-save-the-date-2/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Music-Fun-and-Games-on-the-South-Street-Farm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220624T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220624T203000 DTSTAMP:20220614T161952Z CREATED:20220614T154916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T161952Z UID:9294-1656097200-1656102600@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Laugh Garden Comedy Night DESCRIPTION:Come for the fresh jokes and feel good about those laughs: your donations will help support our education & food access programs. \nThere is some seating available; if you want to get comfy\, be sure to bring a chair or a blanket. Feel free to bring your own snacks & refreshments!  \nWe’ll also be selling some Groundwork Somerville shirts and artwork\, so please bring cash with you if you want to make a donation or purchase to support our work.  \nEvent features Kendra Dawsey and a farm crew’s worth of Boston’s Best! \n  \nRegister here: https://conta.cc/3tvlqK3 \n  URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/laugh-garden-comedy-night/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:News,Upcoming Events,What's New? ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Copy-of-Laugh-Garden-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T200000 DTSTAMP:20220513T200056Z CREATED:20220513T200030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T200056Z UID:9269-1655830800-1655841600@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Concert Series: Save the Date DESCRIPTION:Join us at the farm for an evening of outdoor music! More details coming soon. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/save-the-date-concert-series/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T170000 DTSTAMP:20220513T195032Z CREATED:20220513T195032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T195032Z UID:9264-1655046000-1655053200@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Marvin Salazar's Tree Planting Memorial DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, June 12\, as we plant a tree to celebrate the life and legacy of Marvin Salazar. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/marvin-salazars-tree-planting-memorial/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/tree.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T150000 DTSTAMP:20220314T162101Z CREATED:20220314T160318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T162101Z UID:9138-1654954200-1654959600@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Public Gardening: Invasive Plant Removal DESCRIPTION:Calling all environmental stewards: learn how to identify and remove the invasive plants that are trying to take over your community! In this workshop\, you will: learn why invasive species are harmful to native ecosystems\, identify common invasives in Somerville\, and practice hands-on invasive removal! \n  \nRegister here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07ej1uo160b1af2821 \n  \n  URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/public-gardening/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/green_team_trash_pickup-e1647273875585.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T113000 DTSTAMP:20220314T155602Z CREATED:20220215T165916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T155602Z UID:9135-1654941600-1654947000@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Gardening with Kids: Pollinator Pals DESCRIPTION:Toddlers\, preschoolers\, and parents of toddlers and preschoolers! Do you want to learn about the pollinators that live in your own community? Come to South Street Farm to explore the wonders of nature. We’ll read a book about pollinators\, explore the growing space\, and plant some seedlings that you can take home with you! \n  \nRegister here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07eizlohzxa6bf8c9e \n  \n  URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/pollinator-pals/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/bees-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220610T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220610T220000 DTSTAMP:20220518T195922Z CREATED:20220215T170642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T195922Z UID:9141-1654891200-1654898400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Spring Movie Night DESCRIPTION:Join us for Strictly Brohibited at the South Street Farm: a screening series of cool movies directed by non-male filmmakers. These outdoor events are free and open to the public! \nOur first film celebrates Pride\, with the lesbian spy parody DEBS (2004)\, written and directed by Angela Robinson. Set in a world where a secret test hidden inside the SAT recruits attractive teen girls to become government agents\, the story follows Amy (Sara Foster)\, a “model spy” who gets kidnapped by notorious\, flirty supercriminal Lucy Diamond (Jordana Brewster). Amy’s DEBS team (Meagan Good\, Devon Aoki\, and Jill Ritchie) sets out to rescue her\, but they soon realize she might not be such an unwilling hostage after all. This movie is equal parts silly and sweet\, and we know you’ll love its killer soundtrack\, fantastic supporting cast (Holland Taylor! Jimmi Simpson! Michael Clark Duncan!)\, positive queer message\, and classic early-00s fashion. Runtime: 92 minutes. \nWhen: Seating opens at 7:30pm\, movie starts at 8pm \nCost: Free admission. Donations to support Groundwork Somerville’s programs are welcome! \nRSVP: As space is limited\, we ask that you confirm your attendance on our Facebook event page if you are able. \nCOVID protocol: Masks are optional\, but encouraged when in close proximity to others. We trust you will not attend if you have any symptoms or recent close contacts. \n  \n. \n. \n. \n  \nStrictly Brohibited is a Boston-area screening series and discussion group celebrating the work of non-cis-male filmmakers. We aim to foster a welcoming community for women\, nonbinary\, genderqueer\, and trans movie lovers to talk freely without being interrupted by Film Bros. We hold regular virtual and in-person screenings\, organized through a private Facebook group and Instagram. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/spring-movie-night/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/DEBS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T130000 DTSTAMP:20220314T161618Z CREATED:20220215T171116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T161618Z UID:9126-1653652800-1653656400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening 101 DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow food in your backyard–or on your front steps! In this workshop\, we’ll go over the basics of vegetable gardening. Each participant will leave with a miniature\, portable herb garden! \n  \nRegister here http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07ej005m3od00d1121 \n  URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/vegetable-gardening-101/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/AE51177A-5FF2-41CC-BAEC-BEF8303D22B5-e1647274490139.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T180000 DTSTAMP:20220505T154406Z CREATED:20220426T173703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T154406Z UID:9239-1651935600-1651946400@groundworksomerville.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Concert DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mother’s Day at the kickoff of our Summer Concert Series! Featuring music by the Emily Grogan Duo and Home Despot\, as well as family-friendly fun and games! \nBuy tickets here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=9afj9dcab&oeidk=a07ej60zxwd206b0ec9. URL:https://groundworksomerville.org/event/mothers-day-concert/ LOCATION:South Street Farm\, 138 South St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://groundworksomerville.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/GW-MD-POSTER.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR