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ACORN's mission is to help revitalize the health of our land, our local economy and our local communities so they can provide sustainable sources of food, water, energy, employment, capital and other essential resources.
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Vermont Chevon: Committed to adding value to the VT dairy goat industry by developing the meat- goat market. Nutritious, delicious and coming
to Vermont dinner tables in Addison County.
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 Are you a vegetable grower looking for new markets? Reach out to value added producers such as Screamin' Ridge makers of Joe's Soup found a the Midd Coop & Graze Delivered making delicious dinners for busy folks on the go in the Northeast. Congratulations to Graze Delivered for their recent expansion to their new kitchen in Bristol!
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Why all the talk about seeds?
What makes diversity so necessary?
Sean Kaminsky is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and writer.
Check out his new film
It's getting to be spring, time to get dirty .
Vermont Soap will get you clean!
Great for the farm, the sugar house or in
the kitchen. Aromatherapy for anywhere a fresh scent is needed!
 The Vermont Organics Recycling Summit (VORS) is the state's premier annual event to showcase technologies and practices that help communities and businesses manage food scraps and other organic residuals as a resource. Register Now!
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Winter is over! Sugaring Season is happening in backyards & sugarbushes. Head up to Lincoln, Solar Sweet Farm has a pancake breakfast to enjoy
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 Thanks to you Pico had his surgery! Homeward Bound thanks the community & Qi Vet services!
 Congratulations to ALL the Chili Fest Winners! Middlebury was a buzz last weekend! |
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Sustainable Living Expo
Join us at the Addison County Sustainable Living Expo at MUHS on Saturday, April 11, from 9 am - 4 pm to explore, experience and share ideas for
creating a sustainable life and building our local community. There will be over 50 exhibitors demonstrating their products and services, delicious local foods, and a full day of children's hands-on energy activities. More than 30 workshops covering Local Food, Renewable Energy, Green Housing, Integrative Health, Empowered Communities, Healthy Ecosystems. Contact Elizabeth to volunteer.
Middlebury Union High School,
73 Charles Avenue, Middlebury, Vermont
Saturday, April 11th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Snow date: April 18th, 9am to 4 p.m.)
Set up: Friday April 10th, 4pm-9pm
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This Saturday: The Heat is On
 The famed Junior Iron Chef Competition is full-tilt at six Addison County schools with 37 students competing for the coveted winning trophies. This event clearly is one of the states' greatest events. ACORN is a big fan of the cooking skills and leadership the student chefs exhibit.
It's coming right up! Saturday, March 21 at the CV EXPO in Essex.
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Harvest of the Month
Harvest of the Month is an  emphasis on seasonal fresh and stored Vermont produce. It is a statewide initiative taking place at schools, hospitals, colleges, retail outlets and our course farms. Look for the attractive posters around the county that shows a commitment to supporting a cultural shift. Retailers, farmers, and pre-schools and community kitchens can all benefit from the excellent recipes and educational materials available. Farmers & retailers sign the Pledge and get your own poster, email updates and inspiration for seasonal recipes.
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ACORN is part of Vermont's Farm to Plate Network. We are a volunteer board with a hired communications director working on specific projects to broaden Addison County's impact in the arena of food, agriculture, capitalization of small businesses and renewable energy resources. The links are meant to show the array of Vermont-based resources. Kindly share ideas that can support our effort. Thank you for supporting our work.
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Chic, Connected & Cool
Poe Wovens, Baby Wraps curated in Vermont, classy in any setting, comfy in any climate. Finally a baby carrier as versatile as you are! This Addison County business has  attributes that make Vermont so special. They are Socially Responsible: Livable Wages. Boosting the Local Economy. Giving Back. Natural: Woven from yarns spun of Natural Fibers such as cotton, linen, hemp, merino wool, and alpaca hair. Sustainable: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Stay tuned for innovative fiber blends: TENCEL® and Repreve.
All products are made in American Textile Mills with Vermont artisan craftsmanship. Proudly 100% made in the USA from top to bottom. Female United States Marine Corps Veteran owned. Way to go Poe! With warm weather on the way, wrap you child in a comfy Poe to enjoy the change of season and visit a sugar shack while you are out & about.
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Family Friendly Addison County
By the people, for the children is the motto of this new organization geared to networking resources for early childhood development. ACORN is excited to share resources relating to food and farm with Building Bright Futures. 
A healthy and robust system of early care, health, and education is possible only through public and private partnerships. ACORN is sharing our network with BBF to help influence wellness through our local food campaigns and summer gardens. Check out their resources here.
Other family friendly resources can be found at Minibury, local resources for events, summer camps (YES! it's time), library updates and all things kids in the county.
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Ag Technology: It's a Vermont Thing
Read Chris Callahan's Blog to stay up to date on energy and ag tech issues. Chris is our states' go-to resource for all things ag & technology. He is one of our greatest resources and helps build the farm hack network with open source sharing, learning and ag problem solving. It's kind of new-school meets old-school. Connect with Chris for can-do problem solving.
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Events, Opportunities & Jobs
Maple sap is running! Stop by your local shacks to enjoy the Golden Season in Vermont! 
Become a VT Tree Steward!
Tuesday, March 24 from 6:30-8:30  Egg Workshop for Pre-schools w/ Suzanne Young of MJCC & Kathy Boyer from Chicken Hill Gardens. Mary Johnson Children's Center. Learn about chicken behavior and egg production with recipes for using up lots of spring eggs.
VT Tech in Randolph/Judd Hall
For growers & value added food producers; retail, restaurants & institutional buyers register here
March 27 Starting Your Own Business Workshop
Maximize your success! 
9:30-1:30
ACEDC Office VtSBDC
Tuesday, April 21
Gardening with Young Children
With Suzanne Young of MJCC, special farmer guest to be announced...
 Slow Money VT Entrepreneurs Showcase
May 7 White River Junction
Similar to Financing the Working Landscape, a great opportunity to learn about capitalizing your food business for growth
Save the Date! May 7th 6-8:00 
ACORN Stone Soup Soiree
A new twist on our Farm to School Forum, an evening gathering to inspire & inform farm, food and wellness programs in our schools
Farmers, check this out! Great for CSA's and farm stands 
Gildrien Farm in Leicester is looking for full and part-time employees for the 2015 season. Job activities include all aspects of a small scale vegetable operation on a certified organic farm. 989-7223 or email Jeremy
Farm Manager Position at Full Moon Farm
Starksboro, VT; Contact David for more info
New Leaf Farm in Monkton seeks farm help: For more info contact Jill 453-6160 CSA shares are available too!
3 College credits for 3 weeks of studying Vermont's food system Many VT colleges & UVM are participating
UVM Extension Pesticide
Application Workshop April 9th Randolph Center
Pesticide applicator training and the written examination for initial certification for anyone required to have a Vermont pesticide applicator license. This includes farmers, lawn care specialists, greenhouse or nursery owners and employees, university personnel, municipal employees, pest control operators and anyone else who uses restricted-use pesticides to produce agricultural commodities. Register here
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Thanks to all of you for sharing links and information. Keep me posted of things of interest to relocalization and Addison County!
Annie Harlow
ACORN Network
802-922-7060
annie@acornvt.org
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