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  • A diverse community of people are gathered indoors, smiling and posing for a group photo. Some are seated on the floor while others stand behind them. Casually dressed and wearing name tags, they exude a sense of belonging with large windows welcoming daylight into their shared space.

    Coming Home to Self and Community

    Light on the Hill Retreat Center 209 Blake Hill Rd, Van Etten, NY, United States

    "Community . . . is an environment where you can find a home in each other’s heart and soul. It is a living entity with spirit as its anchor, where a group of people are empowered by one another, by spirit, and by the ancestors to be themselves, to carry out their purpose, and use their power responsibly."                     …

  • A group of people smiling and posing together outdoors in front of a house, seemingly enjoying a Community Lunch. Some are standing, while two are crouching at the center. They’re dressed casually for this gathering. The background displays a wooden fence and lush greenery.

    Pause, Rest, Be: Community Lunch and Conversation Circle

    Massachusetts Avenue Project 387 Massachusetts Ave, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Join Shontaé Cannon-Buckley and Violet Stone on Saturday, May 11th, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, for a community lunch served by Breva Kitchen followed by conversation and restorative yoga drawn from the book “Pause, Rest, Be. Stillness Practices for Courage in Times of Change” by Octavia F. Raheem. Our gathering will take place in…

  • A scenic view of a unique house with a conical roof surrounded by lush greenery and colorful flowers. Theres a wooden bench on the lawn, and the sky is partly cloudy. The house has large windows and a charming, rustic appearance.

    Beyond Knowledge and Skills: Teaching Who We Are

    Light on the Hill Retreat Center 209 Blake Hill Rd, Van Etten, NY, United States

    Small Farms Online Course Instructor’s Retreat We come together as online course instructors, but the skills, gifts, and roles that come through us to serve the world are countless and ever evolving.  We are instructors, yes, but may also be farmers, parents, fire-builders, chefs, artists, lawn mowers, peace-makers, dancers or any of hundreds of other…

  • A group of twelve people stand smiling in front of a green container with a yellow banner that reads ASHA LAAYA in both English and another language. They are outdoors on a cloudy day, and a sunflower is visible beside them.

    Asha Laaya Regional Support Network Meeting

    Asha Laaya Farm 7691 Bridgeport Kirkville Rd, Kirkville, NY, United States

    Join us Monday, August 19th from 9:30am - noon at Asha Laaya Farm to begin getting to know Monu, Jay, and Tamla (three of Asha Laaya’s managers), and start exploring opportunities to support this energetic and expanding farm community.  Our time together Monday will focus on fellowship, communication, and learning.  We invite you to come ready to engage in meaningful connection, offer…

  • Tree roots gripping a moss-covered rock with a waterfall cascading in the background. The roots are prominently spread, contrasting with the blurred motion of the falling water, creating a dynamic natural scene.

    Getting to the Root of Fear for Farmers and Earthworkers

    Virtual

     Join urban earthworkers and herbalists Jawhara Taitt and Angel Torres for a transformative virtual workshop oncalled "Getting to the Root of Fear".  An important element of this workshop is trust.  We invite all participants who strive toward being attentive and present for the entire 2 hour session. Please join us from a comfortable, quiet space where confidentially is possible. About the Program: We created this program to help humans heal…

  • A woman with a headwrap sits at a colorful outdoor table at Rabbit Hole Farm, surrounded by lush plants and trees. She gestures animatedly while speaking to the group. A coffee cup and books lie on the table, setting a perfect wellness vibe as two people with dreadlocks listen intently.

    Vibe O’clock: A Celebration of Wellness at Rabbit Hole Farm

    Rabbit Hole Farm 38 Rose Terrace, Newark, United States

    All are welcome at this celebration of farmer and earthworker wellness. Herbal Workshop by Jamillah of Mawu Lisa Music by Meliq, Tashonda, Haleem, and Venus.  Teas by Meliq and vegan refreshments provided. Cosponsored by the Cornell Small Farms Program's Growing Together Project.

  • A joyful community gathers outdoors, tossing leaves in the air. Against a backdrop of snowy ground and barren trees, everyone is dressed in winter clothing, smiling and celebrating the moment together.

    Teachings of Leaves: Let Go, Lay Down, Rest & Rejoice

    Light on the Hill Retreat Center 209 Blake Hill Rd, Van Etten, NY, United States

    Farming can bring joy, delight, and awe, from apples reddening to lambs leaping. It can also be tireless and demanding. The energy and attention required to tend and harvest abundant food on any scale can make it hard to live in balance with life’s many other demands. When we consider the additional stresses of living…

  • Spring Farmer Wellness Sampler

    Foundation of Light 391 Turkey Hill Rd, Ithaca, United States

    Farmers, earth-workers and growers from across the Finger Lakes region are invited to gather together for an upcoming farmer wellness event, hosted by the Growing Together project of the Cornell…

    Free

  • A wooden table outdoors under leafy trees holds glass plates with lemon tarts, sandwiches, and round desserts, arranged for a community farm supper or picnic. Sunlight filters through the leaves above.

    Community Farm Supper

    City of Buffalo

    Join Buffalo area farmers (Western New York) and earthworkers of all backgrounds and scales on Wednesday, August 27th for an evening of delicious homemade food and conversation from 5:00pm - 8:00pm. This is an opportunity to grow your community by making rich connections with farming neighbors of all kinds and stages. Sit at small tables…

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