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SUMMARY:Permaculture Workday July 13
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday July 13 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-13/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Canning July 13
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Introduction to canning workshop Saturday July 13 from 1:30 -4 pm at the Grayson County Gate Center Kitchen.  We highlight both water bath and pressure canning.  I confess\, I am a rank amateur  when it comes to pressure canning.  So let’s learn together!  We will make water bath pickles and pressure can some beans. Canning is great way to preserve your hard work in the garden so you can enjoy it this fall and winter.  This is also a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the facility at the Gate Center. $15 covers the cost of supplies and everyone will take home a jar of pickles and beans. Please RSVP to Michelle at director@graysonlandcare.org or 276-768-0597 so we can have enough supplies. Class is limited to 15 people.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/introduction-to-canning-july-13/
LOCATION:Gate Center\, 122 Davis Street\, Independence\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Workshop
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SUMMARY:River Cleanup August 3\, 8:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Feel like a morning on the river for a good cause? Join us at 1624 Battlefield Drive-look for the Grayson LandCare sign- between 8:30-9am to get organized and we will clean the area to just before Molly Shoals. Lunch will be provided. If you can’t join us for this cleanup\, there are cleanups every Saturday in August. Grayson County has proclaimed August as Clean River month. A committee of stake holders led by the New River Wildlife Club is coordinating several river cleanups with multiple groups taking different sections of the New river in Grayson County again this year. \nIf you would like to volunteer\, please email director@graysonlandcare.org and include your cell phone number. If we need to cancel\, I’ll post it on the GLC facebook page\, but I’d like to be able to contact you directly. Rain date is August 24. We had a lot of fun last time\, I hope you’ll plan to join us. Anyone who can bring canoes or flat bottomed boats would be a big help to collect and ferry trash to the trash pickup location. Please save the date August 3rd! \nHere’s the schedule: \n•8:00 – 8:30 AM Sign-in/Registration \n•8:30 – 9:00 AM Assignments of put-in and takeout locations \n•9:00 AM – 12:30 PM – River Cleanup \n•12:30 – 1:30 PM – Lunch provided to volunteers and members \n•1:30 PM – Thanks and Recognition \nGoverning Rules •All activities are dependent upon weather forecast and river conditions •Cancellation – if needed will be posted on GLC’s Facebook and web pages. Reschedule date is Aug 26 •Appropriate clothing (you will get wet and muddy) and footwear (no flip flops) are recommended •PFD’s are required for on and in river activities\, we have some extras •All participants must sign a liability release •Any team which includes minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult (minors must have parental approval)
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/river-cleanup-august-3-830-am/
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,River Cleanup
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Meeting and Potluck August 8
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly meeting and potluck Thursday August 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-august-8/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Workday August 10
DESCRIPTION:Join the Permaculture group for their monthly workday August 10 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-10/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T200000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T150000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T200000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T180000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Social and auction
DESCRIPTION:October is coming and with it the Grayson LandCare Annual Meeting and Auction\, featuring hors d’oeuvres by Chef Jen Cavey! We look forward to seeing everyone for this event.  This year we are in western Grayson County at the Goodwill Grange\, 804 Grange Hall Rd\, Troutdale Va 24378.  We are excited to have Chef Jen cater this event.  Rather than a sit-down meal\, there will be time to browse the auction items\, mix and mingle and enjoy a steady stream of tasty treats and beverages.  Activities for the evening include sign in and membership renewals\,  the silent auction with drinks and hors d’oeuvres\, a celebration of  our founder and long time board member Charlotte Hanes\, a brief business meeting\, and the concluding live auction. Please invite your friends and neighbors to enjoy a fun evening with delicious food and an opportunity to support a great organization.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/harvest-moon-social-and-auction/
LOCATION:Grange Hall\, Troutdale Va\, 840 Grange Hall Rd\, Troutdale\, 24378\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T130000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T112456
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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/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T120000
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SUMMARY:Grow More Vegetables February 15
DESCRIPTION:It’s back!  Learn to pack a 21/2 X 5 foot raised bed with a huge amount of vegetables! It’s easy to multiply by 5 so this works for larger gardens too. This is an interactive vegetable growing workshop for all skill levels. We’ll meet at the Grayson LandCare/IFM office at 104 Courthouse Street\, Saturday February 15th from 9 am to noon. Snow date is the 22th\, same place and time. Cost is $15\, pay at the door\, and light refreshments will be served. Planting dates\, spacing\, interplanting and succession plantings will be addressed. Using information from the best national and local gardeners you’ll learn to apply these techniques to a single raised bed or a full-sized market garden. \nIn order to get the most out of the class\, please come with a sketch\, or even just the dimensions of your space. In addition\, think about the top 5 vegetables you’d like to grow. This “homework” will give you a head start when we break into groups and design gardens for maximum production.  Start planning for a successful garden now. The class is limited to 20 people. Please email Michelle Pridgen at independencefarmersmarket@gmail.com to register. \nThe next workshop which will cover pest and disease control\, irrigation and fertility will be held March 1st\, same location\, price\, and time.  Snow date for the 1st workshop is February 22\, March 8 for the second. You can take either or both classes.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/grow-more-vegetables-february-15/
LOCATION:Grayson LandCare Office\, 104 Courthouse Street\, Independence\, VA\, 24348\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence Farmers Market,Monthly Meeting,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T180000
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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/2025-03-13/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T120000
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SUMMARY:Shade Tree Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free shade tree pruning workshop March 22 at Town Park.  The workshop is from 10 to noon and 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.  Dress warmly and bring pruners or loopers if you have them. \n 
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/shade-tree-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Independence Town Park\, 108 E Main St 24348\, Independence\, VA\, 24348\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Town Park,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T110000
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SUMMARY:Seed Library Open House
DESCRIPTION:The open House at the Seed Library will be 11am to 1 pm Saturday\, March 29 at the Library in Independence.  The notion of the seed library is that you’ll “check out” some seeds early in the season and ‘return’ the seeds that you saved from your harvest. If you are a new gardener or seed saver\, you might not have seeds to swap or donate.  That’s perfectly fine!  Come enjoy some light refreshments\, learn about seed saving and take some seeds home.  Kids can plant a sunflower\, bean or lettuce seed to take home. \nHeirloom seeds are all open pollinated.  Not all open pollinated seeds are considered heirlooms.  Honestly\, heirlooms just have better PR.  Some one decided to save grandma’s favorite flower or tasty tomato from the old county\, or made up a great story in the hopes of selling more seeds. \nIf you have seeds you’d like to donate to the library\, you can drop them off at the front desk anytime the Library is open\, or bring them the day of the open house. See you Saturday the 29th and bring a friend!
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/seed-library-open-house/
LOCATION:Grayson County Library\, 147 S. Independence Ave\, Independence\, 24348\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T113000
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SUMMARY:Free Kids Activities at the Permaculture Garden\, May 31\, 10-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:The Grayson LandCare Permaculture Group will host free kids activities with a permaculture focus from 10-11:30 pm at the Permaculture Garden at Church of the Good Shepherd\, located at 9441 Grayson Parkway in Baywood.  The target age group is 6-12 year olds.  This activity is limited to 15 kids.  Please register at permaculture@graysonlandcare.org \nGrayson LandCare permaculture members Jean Roznik and Rose Cnuddle  will lead the group in various activiites
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/free-kids-activities-at-the-permaculture-garden-may-31-10-1130am/
LOCATION:Church of the Good Shepherd\, 9441 Grayson Pkwy\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T200000
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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:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
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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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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
CATEGORIES:Grayson Permaculture Group,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
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SUMMARY:River Clean up Information session\, 6pm 1908 Courthouse June 25
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about plans for Clean River Month Wednesday June 25 at 6pm at he 1908 auditorium. Everyone is welcome. \nThere will be: \n1)a short update on The NRC and NRWC post Helene cleanup efforts \n20 @025 schedule of events and how to get involved \n3) Q &A with the leaders of the NRC and Grayson River Protectors \n 
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/river-clean-up-information-session-6pm-1908-courthouse-june-25/
LOCATION:Independence 1908 Courthouse\, 107 E Main St \, Independence\, VA\, 24348\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T190000
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SUMMARY:Permaculture Meeting and potluck July 10
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/permaculture-meeting-and-potluck-july-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T093000
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:20250809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T120000
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SUMMARY:Chestnut breeding\, oxalic testing demonstration\, August 9
DESCRIPTION:Clint Morse will discuss exciting developments of American Chestnut breeding and demonstrate a new testing method.  Saturday August 9 at the  Grayson County Fair at 9:30\, 10:30 and 11:30. He will be available to talk about the Chestnut program from 9-noon.  The Fair is held at Bottomley Evergreens & Farms\, 10278 Elk Creek Parkway\, Elk Creek\, VA 24348. \n. The test needs to run for 23 hours.  Part 2 will be Sunday the 10 at 9:30 am \nDid you enjoy part 1 and want to learn more about the project? Join us at Clint’s house\, please call( 276-768-0597) or email  DIRECTOR@GRAYSONLANDCARE.ORG  for directions\, to learn to read the oxalic test.  After the test results\, we will visit  the new site at Clint’s for a tour of  the first of its kind pure American chestnut test orchard. He was recently selected to home 400 seedlings from trees that the American Chestnut Foundation(TACF) knows have some level of resistance from around the country. It is really cool! Seven years from now when TACF does the blight test in the orchard\, we will know just how much resistance Americans actually have and the myth that there is no resistance in Americans will be put to bed   This is part of a new breeding effort in cooperation with Matthews Forest and the American Chestnut Foundation.
URL:https://graysonlandcare.org/event/chestnut-breeding-hands-on-presentation-july-26/
LOCATION:Grayson County Fair\, 10278 Elk Creek Parkway\, Elk Creek\, 24326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Workshop
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