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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Events
DESCRIPTION:Join UMass Dining Sustainability this spring for a lineup of engaging events exploring how food choices connect to climate action. From a powerful documentary screening on food waste in February\, to an April conversation on sustainable seafood with author Barton Seaver\, and an Earth Day celebration focused on everyday climate actions\, these events invite students and staff to learn\, taste\, and take action. Check back for details as the events get closer! \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/spring-2026-events/
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Dining for a Cooler Planet Film Screening: WASTED! The Story of Food Waste
DESCRIPTION:The UMass Dining Sustainability Team is excited to host a Dining for a Cooler Planet film screening at the Commonwealth Honors College Events Hall on Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026. The film WASTED! The Story of Food Waste dives into the negative implications and the deliciously innovative possibilities of food waste. Doors to the Events Hall will open at 6:00pm and the film screening will start at 6:30pm. This event is open and free to all UMass community members. Popcorn will be provided!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/dining-for-a-cooler-planet-film-screening-wasted-the-story-of-food-waste/
LOCATION:Commonwealth Honors College Events Hall\, 157 Commonwealth Ave\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Save the Date: The Blue Food Cookbook Presentation & Discussion with Chef Barton Seaver
DESCRIPTION:April 8\, 2026 | 6:00 PM\nCommonwealth Honors College Events Hall\n\nJoin UMass Dining Sustainability for a special Dining for a Cooler Planet event with sustainable seafood expert and chef Barton Seaver\, co-author of The Blue Food Cookbook. Chef Seaver will lead a presentation and discussion on the cookbook and how the foods we choose from the ocean can support climate action\, environmental stewardship\, and delicious\, nourishing meals.\nThe event will include a cookbook giveaway and free dish samplings inspired by recipes from The Blue Food Cookbook. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with one of the leading experts in sustainable seafood; we hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/save-the-date-the-blue-food-cookbook-presentation-discussion-with-chef-barton-seaver/
LOCATION:Commonwealth Honors College Events Hall\, 157 Commonwealth Ave\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Day with Us
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with us 🌍 \nJoin us on Wednesday April 22nd from 11 AM–2 PM at the Campus Center for a day of sustainable eats and inspiration. Stop by Harvest Market for a featured climate-friendly menu\, enjoy free tastings\, grab some giveaways\, and explore simple ways to make more climate-conscious choices. \nThen keep the momentum going\, a climate-friendly menu options will be available at all dining commons from 5–9 PM. \nEnjoy great food\, discover new favorites\, and see how small actions can add up to a big impact!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/celebrate-earth-day-with-us/
LOCATION:Campus Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000
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SUMMARY:SPARE Pop Up Dinner at Berkshire DC & Food Truck Take Over
DESCRIPTION:Join us for back-to-back days of delicious food featuring SPARE! From a full dinner spread to a food truck pop-up at the Student Farmers Market\, we’re serving up favorites with a sustainable twist – come for one or both and grab something good. \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/spare-pop-up-dinner-at-berkshire-dc-food-truck-take-over/
LOCATION:Berkshire Dining Commons\, 121 Southwest Cir\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Save the Date: Farm to Campus Dinner September 22nd
DESCRIPTION:Join UMass Dining Sustainability for a special Farm to Campus Dinner during Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture’s Climate Change and Farming Week. Enjoy a seasonal menu featuring ingredients from local farms\, meet hyper-local on-campus growers\, sample local products\, and explore information about our food system.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/save-the-date-farm-to-campus-dinner-september-22nd/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons
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SUMMARY:UMass Student Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between UMass Permaculture Initiative and the UMass Student Farm\, the UMass Student Farmers’ Market is a seasonally weekly event featuring fresh local veggies\, medicinal herbs\, handmade crafts\, student art\, and an opportunity to get to know the amazing sustainability and DIY community on the UMass campus. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-9/
LOCATION:south Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T150000
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SUMMARY:Fall Foraging walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Dan Bensonoff as we learn about the ancient practice of foraging for wild plants and mushrooms. \n  \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/fall-foraging-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T173000
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SUMMARY:Farm to Feast: Learning Indigenous Foods and Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of cultural exchange\, informative talks\, great company\, and delicious food! \n  \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/farm-to-feast-learning-indigenous-foods-and-ecosystems/
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SUMMARY:UMass Student Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between UMass Permaculture Initiative and the UMass Student Farm\, the UMass Student Farmers’ Market is a seasonally weekly event featuring fresh local veggies\, medicinal herbs\, handmade crafts\, student art\, and an opportunity to get to know the amazing sustainability and DIY community on the UMass campus. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
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SUMMARY:Traditional Basket Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join UMass Permaculture to learn the ancient craft of basket-making using all natural materials. \nSpace is limited. RSVP is required to attend. Click here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/traditional-basket-making-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T120000
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SUMMARY:UMass Student Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between UMass Permaculture Initiative and the UMass Student Farm\, the UMass Student Farmers’ Market is a seasonally weekly event featuring fresh local veggies\, medicinal herbs\, handmade crafts\, student art\, and an opportunity to get to know the amazing sustainability and DIY community on the UMass campus. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T160000
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SUMMARY:Forgotten Fall Fruits
DESCRIPTION:Join UMass Permaculture Initiative and local orchardist\, Ellena Baum\, for a talk and tasting of some lesser known Fall fruits.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/forgotten-fall-fruits/
LOCATION:Franklin Dining Commons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T120000
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SUMMARY:UMass Student Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:A collaboration between UMass Permaculture Initiative and the UMass Student Farm\, the UMass Student Farmers’ Market is a seasonally weekly event featuring fresh local veggies\, medicinal herbs\, handmade crafts\, student art\, and an opportunity to get to know the amazing sustainability and DIY community on the UMass campus. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-12/
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