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SUMMARY:Garden Planting Workshop April 11
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture Group at Church of the Good Shepherd April 11 from 9 am to noon as they plant asparagus crowns surrounded by guild plants and other vegetables. Asparagus is a long lived perennial and needs special planting techniques to thrive. Come learn how in this hands-on workshop.  Bring your favorite garden tools.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/garden-planting-workshop-april-11/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chrurch of the Good Shepherd,Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly presentation,Permaculture Garden,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Garden Planning workshop Saturday March 14
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture Group at Church of the Good Shepherd as they plan a plant guild to surround the asparagus plantings to be installed in April. What is a plant guild?  Come and find out!
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/garden-planning-workshop-saturday-may-14/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chrurch of the Good Shepherd,Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly presentation,Permaculture Garden,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Bookclub  MARCH 12\, 5pm
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis month’s selection is Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton.  Meet at 5pm at the home of Ann Watson.  Please call her at 276-768-8171 to RSVP.  It’s a potluck\, Ann will provide soup\, please bring something to share
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/bookclub-feb-19-5-pm/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
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SUMMARY:Fruit tree pruning February 28 from 11 am until 1 pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, February 28 from 11 am until 1 pmat the Permaculture Garden at Church of the Good Shepherd.  The Garden is located at 9441 Grayson Parkway in Baywood.  Casey Johnson will lead the workshop.  Casey has a degree in Horticulture from Penn State\, manages the orchard at River North\, and is President of GLC.\n\n \n\nWe’ll focus on fruit trees.  If time allows blueberries will be included.  Casey will demonstrate proper pruning during the first part of the workshop. If you’d like to help prune\, plan to stay after the presentation and bring pruners or loopers if you have them.  Dress warmly.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning-february-28-from-11-am-until-1-pm/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly presentation,Permaculture Garden,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Garden cleanup workshop November 15\, 9am to noon
DESCRIPTION:Do you wonder how to best prepare the garden for winter to help protect pollinators and other wildlife? \nJoin the Permaculture group for their monthly workday November15 from 9am to noon pm. Learn by doing!  Pitch in and see how they prepare the pollinator garden and food forest for the winter.   All workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/garden-cleanup-workshop-november-15/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly Meeting,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Annual Permaculture retreat Nov 13
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their annual retreat.  Details to follow
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/annual-permaculture-retreat-nov-8/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T203000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Social\, Auction and Annual Meeting is SATURDAY October 18. YOU are invited!
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join Grayson LandCare Saturday\, October 18\, 5:30 – 8 pm at the Goodwill Grange #959\, 840 Grange Hall Road\, Troutdale VA\, 24378.  Doors open at 5:30 pm. Please bring your friends and an appetite! The schedule for the evening: \n\n5:30 Doors open\n5:30-7:30 Heavy Hors D’oeuvres\n5:45 Welcome\n5:30-7:00 Silent Auction\n7:15- 7:30 Annual Meeting\n7:30-8 pm Live Auction\n8:15 Check out\n\nCome learn more about LandCare\, enjoy delicious food and beverages\, have fun\, and support our initiatives in the community.   For more information\, please contact Michelle Pridgen at 276-768-0597 or email her at director@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/harvest-moon-social-auction-and-annual-meeting-is-october-20-you-are-invited/
LOCATION:Grange Hall\, Troutdale Va\, 840 Grange Hall Rd\, Troutdale\, 24378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,Food Independence,Free Market,Grayson Permaculture Group,Independence Farmers Market,Kids Garden,Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Workday October 11
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday March  15 from 9:30-noon.  All workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-workday-october-11/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Meeting and potluck October 9
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday October 9 at 6pm.  Contact Cynthia at cynthia@graysonlandcare.org for more more information. \nPermaculture meetings are generally the 2nd Thursday of the month and include a potluck meal.  Members take turns hosting.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-october-9/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T141628Z
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SUMMARY:Ag & Art Tour at the Permaculture Garden September 6
DESCRIPTION:Be sure to include a stop at the Permaculture Garden during the Ag & Art Tour this year. Meet permaculture group members\, take the tour of the Food Forest and pollinator garden. Learn about seed saving and plants for pollinators and permaculture. The garden is located at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nVendors at the garden will include:  Emily Papadopoulus-Mt Air Farm with lavender products; Kurt Card-Drac Studio\, pottery and jewelry\,  Vanessa Hollifield VH glass-artisan glass and jewelry \n 
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/ag-art-tour-at-the-permaculture-garden-september-6/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T190000
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Meeting and potluck September 4
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday September at 6pm.  Contact Cynthia at cynthia@graysonlandcare.org for more more information. \nPermaculture meetings are generally the 2nd Thursday of the month and include a potluck meal.  This one was changed due to the date of the Ag and Art tour. Members take turns hosting.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-september-4/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T120000
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Workday August 16
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday August 16 from 9:30-noon.  All workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-workday-august-16/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T180000
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Meeting and potluck August 14
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday August 14 at 6pm.  Contact Cynthia at cynthia@graysonlandcare.org for more more information. \nPermaculture meetings are generally the 2nd Thursday of the month and include a potluck meal.  Members take turns hosting.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-august-14/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T120000
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SUMMARY:Permaculture workday July 12
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday July 12 from 9:30-noon.  All workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-workday-july-12/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
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SUMMARY:Composting and water harvesting workshop June 21 plus Herbal workshop! (postponed from May 17)
DESCRIPTION:Join the permaculture group from 10- noon June 21st at the Permaculture garden at Church of the Good Shepherd for a FREE composting and water harvesting workshop.  There are lots of ways to make compost\, they will demonstrate a few different styles. You’ll also learn how to capture rainwater for irrigation. \nAnd we’ll hold the Herbal Workshop that was postponed from May 17 the same time. Join Cynthia and Michelle June 21 from 10-noon for a herbal workshop.  We’ll forage plants from the Food Forest at Church of the Good Shepherd and prepare them to eat\, make a salve\, a tea\,  and a tincture.  $10 payable the day of the workshop covers the cost of supplies.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/composting-and-water-harvesting-workshop-june-21/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
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SUMMARY:Using Herbs- Postponed until June 21
DESCRIPTION:Join Michelle and Cynthia June 21 from 10-noon for an herbal workshop.  We’ll forage plants from the Food Forest at Church of the Good Shepherd and prepare them to eat\, make a salve and a tincture.  $10 payable the day of the workshop covers the cost of supplies.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/using-herbs-may-17/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly Meeting,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T180000
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SUMMARY:Potluck\, Plant sale\, Tour and meeting THURSDAY June 19 6pm
DESCRIPTION:It’s a field trip\, cookout\, plant sale and tour! Everyone is invited to the permaculture garden for a cookout and “ragged” plant sale. The cookout begins at 6pm at the garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333.\, please bring a side dish to share. This will be followed by a tour of the garden and the plant sale beginning about 6:45pm. It is not necessary to attend the potluck to tour the garden. The plant sale will feature recently divided plants from the garden\, not new seedlings. The permaculture garden features a wide array of native plants and most are excellent for pollinators as well. All proceeds from the sale go to support the Permaculture garden. \nOther permaculture events include a Composting and Water harvesting workshop June 21 9am to noon.This is an introduction to composting and designing water systems.  A seed saving workshop will be held during the Ag and Art Tour on September 6.  In addition there are monthly workdays July 12 and August 16 from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd\, Galax. The public is invited to join the Grayson Permaculture Group for a variety of tasks required to maintain and expand the Food Forest Garden. Learn from our group of experienced permaculture gardeners and explore the garden with the folks who work to maintain it. Bring gloves and wear closed-toe shoes. Tools and materials provided. Bring your lunch or plan to join the group for lunch at a local sandwich shop. Email: permaculture@graysonlandcare.org for more information. \nAll Grayson LandCare presentations are free and open to the public unless noted otherwise. For more information about Grayson LandCare visit the webpage\, graysonlandcare.org\, email director@graysonlandcare or call 276-768-0597.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/potluck-plant-sale-tour-and-meeting-thursday-june-19-6pm/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T190000
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SUMMARY:Potluck and weeding at Town Park May 15-POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED due to wet conditions.  Stay tuned for the new date. \nAre you curious about the orange flags around the retention pond at Town Park?  Come see how the native seedlings fared this winter and help weed the planting.  Join us May 15 from 5-6pm for weeding and plan to stay for a potluck afterward to reward your hard work!  The Town of Independence will provide the main course.  Bring a side or dessert to share. Contact Michelle Pridgen for more information.  director@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/potluck-and-weeding-at-town-park-may-15/
LOCATION:Independence Town Park\, 108 E Main St 24348\, Independence\, VA\, 24348\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly Meeting,Town Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T125908Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture workday
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday April 12 from 9:30-noon. \nAll workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-workday-and-kids-day-april-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20250108T192058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T193957Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Permaculture Meeting and potluck 2nd Thursday\, 6pm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday March 14 at 6pm.  Contact Cynthia at cynthia@graysonlandcare.org for more more information. \nPermaculture meetings are generally the 2nd Thursday of the month and include a potluck meal.  Members take turns hosting.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/monthly-permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-march-136pm/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20250108T164515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T184028Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture workday March 15
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday March  15 from 9:30-noon.  All workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-workday-march-15/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20250108T164235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T152700Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit tree pruning 11-1 pm Feb 8
DESCRIPTION:YES\, we ARE pruning today! \nJoin us Saturday February 8from 11am until 1 pm at the Permaculture garden at Church of the Good Shepherd.  The workshop will be led by Casey Johnson.  Casey has a degree in Horticulture from Penn State\, manages the orchard at River North and is the Vice President of GLC. \nWe’ll focus on fruit trees.  If time allows blueberries will be included.  Dress warmly and bring pruners or loopers if you have them. \nRAIN DATE FEB 22\, same time and place
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning-11-1-pm-feb-8/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Monthly Meeting,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20250108T004813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T144256Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Book night-1/16
DESCRIPTION:Join the permaculture group 1/16 at 5:30 to discuss “Night Magic” by Henion. Let host Ann Watson (276-768-8171) know if you plan to attend and to find out details.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-book-night-1-16/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240116T213153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T213153Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Group Retreat\, November 2
DESCRIPTION:More details to come.  Stay tuned
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-group-retreat-november-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240115T211320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T211320Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Workday October 12
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday October 12 from 9:30-noon.  All workdays are in the Permaculture garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA 24333 \nPermaculture work days are generally the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30am to noon.  The best way to learn anything is by doing.  Lend a hand and learn about permaculture. Contact Cynthia Taylor for more information.  Cynthia@graysonlandcare.org
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-workday-october-12/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240115T213730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T205236Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Meeting and potluck October 8
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday October 8 at 6pm.  Contact Cynthia at cynthia@graysonlandcare.org for more more information. \nPermaculture meetings are generally the 2nd Thursday of the month and include a potluck meal.  Members take turns hosting.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-october-10/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240916T182346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T182346Z
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SUMMARY:Plant the Park  Sept 27 and 28
DESCRIPTION:Want to help plant the park? This is event is hosted by the Town of Independence.  Cynthia Taylor and the permaculture group offered technical support and design and donated some of the plants. \nHere are the details: Please consider volunteering to help plant approximately 500 seedlings and shrubs in Independence Town Park on September 27th (afternoon) and/or September 28th (all day). We’re looking for approximately 20 volunteers who will be divided in to 4-5 planting teams. You don’t need experience – just a good attitude and a willingness to “dig in” (pun intended). We’ll take whatever time you can give us….and we’ll feed you well in return! Interested parties are asked to email Laura Ratcliffe (laura@independenceva.com) and Kit Marshall (kmarshall@independenceva.com) with questions or to sign up. Please include both as each are out of town between now and the event and we don’t want to miss your email. Thanks in advance!
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/plant-the-park-sept-27-and-28/
LOCATION:Independence Town Park\, 108 E Main St 24348\, Independence\, VA\, 24348\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Independence Farmers Market,Town Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240116T210116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T174850Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive plant Control\, Sept 14
DESCRIPTION:This was one of our most popular presentations last year.  If you need a refresher or missed the presentation last year\, here’s your chance.  Cynthia and Rick Taylor will share their expertise on how to control invasive plants common to our area.  The workshop is from  2-4pm\, location to be announced.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/invasive-plant-control-sept-7/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240115T213547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T213547Z
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SUMMARY:Permaculture meeting and potluck September 12
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday September 12 at 6pm.  Contact Cynthia at cynthia@graysonlandcare.org for more more information. \nPermaculture meetings are generally the 2nd Thursday of the month and include a potluck meal.  Members take turns hosting.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-september-12/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T100132
CREATED:20240116T210620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T014732Z
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SUMMARY:Ag and Art Tour Saturday September 7
DESCRIPTION:The Permaculture Garden is a stop on the Ag and Art Tour again this year.  Come out and learn about permaculture and support local artisans as well.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/ag-and-art-tour-saturday-september-14/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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