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SUMMARY:Berkshire DC Tabling
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our table from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the specified DCs to learn more about Climate Conscious campaign!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/berkshire-dc-tabling/
LOCATION:Berkshire Dining Commons\, 121 Southwest Cir\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Worcester DC Tabling
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our table from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the specified DCs to learn more about Climate Conscious campaign!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/worcester-dc-tabling/
LOCATION:Worcester Commons
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SUMMARY:Franklin DC Tabling
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our table from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the specified DCs to learn more about Climate Conscious campaign!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/franklin-dc-tabling/
LOCATION:Franklin Dining Commons
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SUMMARY:Hampshire DC Tabling
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our table from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the specified DCs to learn more about Climate Conscious campaign!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/hampshire-dc-tabling-2/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons
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SUMMARY:Sustainable\, Accessible\, Brain Healthy Seafood with Barton Seaver
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Hampshire Dining Commons on April 17\, 2025 from 5–9pm for a special menu featuring sustainable seafood that’s good for both the planet and your brain! From 6–7pm in the Hampshire Room\, renowned chef and sustainable seafood advocate Barton Seaver will give a short presentation and share stories behind the featured species being served. Come taste\, learn\, and celebrate the power of seafood to nourish people and the planet!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/sustainable-accessible-brain-healthy-seafood-with-barton-seaver/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250426
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Week with Coffee and Sustainability!
DESCRIPTION:Bring your reusable mug and enjoy $0.50 off hot or iced coffee at all campus cafes on April 21\, 23\, 24\, and 25. Even better – on Earth Day (April 22)\, your coffee is free with a reusable mug! Discounts apply to regular hot and iced coffee only. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/celebrate-earth-week-with-coffee-and-sustainability/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000
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SUMMARY:Climate Conscious Dining an Earth Day Special Event
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with us at Hampshire Dining Commons on April 22 from 5–9pm as we serve up a low carbon impact menu that’s delicious and sustainable. Visit the Climate Conscious Learning Hub from 5–7pm in the Hampshire Room\, where you can learn about the Carbon Rating on the Menu\, the environmental impact of different foods\, and pick up tips for making climate-friendly choices every day. Small acts\, big impacts!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/climate-conscious-dining-an-earth-day-special-event/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T193000
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SUMMARY:Berkshire DC Tabling
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our table from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the specified DCs to learn more about Climate Conscious campaign!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/berkshire-dc-tabling-2/
LOCATION:Berkshire Dining Commons\, 121 Southwest Cir\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T160000
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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.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Goodell Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T160000
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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.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Goodell Lawn
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SUMMARY:Feeding the Future: Innovation\, Equity and Climate Resilience in the Food System
DESCRIPTION:The UMass Dining Sustainability Team is excited to kick off the fall 2025 semester with a Dining for a Cooler Planet event at Berkshire Dining Commons on Wednesday\, September 24. The event\, Feeding the Future: Innovation\, Equity\, and Climate Resilience in the Food System will take place during the nationwide Climate Week and the local Climate Change and Farming Week led by CISA. The event will feature a special menu from 5–9pm\, that will showcase seasonal ingredients from our regional partners. We will also have a panel discussion from 6–7pm in the Berkshire Room. The panel will bring together farmers\, advocates\, professors\, and other food system professionals to share firsthand stories and perspectives on building a more innovative\, equitable\, and resilient food system. Join us for an evening of delicious local food and meaningful conversation. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/feeding-the-future-innovation-equity-and-climate-resilience-in-the-food-system/
LOCATION:Berkshire Dining Commons\, 121 Southwest Cir\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
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CREATED:20250922T162615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T162615Z
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SUMMARY:Tabling At Worcester DC
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URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/tabling-at-worcester-dc/
LOCATION:Worcester Commons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T170000
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SUMMARY:Foraging Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wild edible foray on campus. Learn about various edible and medicinal plants that grow in our region with Dan Bensonoff\, program director of UMass Permaculture. \nRSVP is required. Click here to reserve your spot! Location will be announced via email closer to the event date.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/foraging-walk/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T160000
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CREATED:20250904T171537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T171006Z
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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.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-5/
LOCATION:Goodell Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T190000
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SUMMARY:Tabling at Berkshire
DESCRIPTION:UMass Dining Sustainability will be tabling at Berkshire DC on 10/16. Complete the Climate Conscious Dining Survey for a chance to win a swag bag of UMass Dining Sustainability items.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/tabling-at-berkshire/
LOCATION:Berkshire Dining Commons\, 121 Southwest Cir\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053231
CREATED:20250904T171602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T171020Z
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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.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T160000
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CREATED:20250904T171717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T171032Z
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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.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-8/
LOCATION:Goodell Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053231
CREATED:20250904T171637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T171049Z
UID:13164-1761912000-1761926400@www.localumass.com
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.
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/umass-student-farmers-market-7/
LOCATION:Goodell Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T210000
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CREATED:20251014T143630Z
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SUMMARY:What Indigenous Foodways Teach us About Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:Join UMass Dining on 11/4 for the second Dining for a Cooler Planet event of the fall semester. Hampshire DC will feature a special menu created by James Beard Semi-finalist Joe Robbins of the Penobscot Nation. From 6:00-7:00\, Joe will have a 1:1 conversation with Rachel Sayet of the UMass Office of Equity and Inclusion. During the discussion\, there will be a tasting of the special menu. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/what-indigenous-foodways-teach-us-about-climate-action/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T200000
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SUMMARY:Salsa Con Salsa
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URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/salsa-con-salsa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T150000
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CREATED:20251202T165639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T165639Z
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SUMMARY:Handmade Holiday Gift-Making
DESCRIPTION:Join the UMass Permaculture Initiative in our yearly holiday crafting gathering! Learn wreathmaking\, candle dipping\, ornament making\, and tea blending in the Blue Wall Atrium\, December 10th 12-3pm. \n 
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/handmade-holiday-gift-making/
LOCATION:Blue Wall in the Campus Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053231
CREATED:20260212T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T163357Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Tracking
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to offer our first every Wildlife Tracking walk. Local tracker and wildlife enthusiast\, Tamsin Flanders\, will show us how to interpret prints\, scat\, and other signs of animals in our area. \nSpace is limited. Be sure to RSVP if you want to join. Location will be emailed to registrants. \nwww.tinyurl.com/winterwildlifetracking
URL:https://www.localumass.com/event/winter-wildlife-tracking/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260404T053231
CREATED:20260204T191321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T183358Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T203000
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CREATED:20260204T194607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T183708Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053231
CREATED:20260313T181005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T181005Z
UID:13400-1775671200-1775678400@www.localumass.com
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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