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SUMMARY:VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners Saturday Garden Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Gardening Clinics\nGarden Clinics\, similar to in-person Help Desk will resume in May and continue until October\, following COVID-19 protocols. \nLeesburg Farmers Market: Saturday May-Oct 8:00 – 12:00 \nLowe’s\, Sterling Saturday May-Oct 9:00 – 1:00 \nSouthern States\, Purcellville Saturday May- Oct. 9:00 – 1:00
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/vce-loudoun-master-gardeners-saturday-garden-clinics/
LOCATION:Southern States Purcellville\, 261 N 21st St\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000
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SUMMARY:Southern States Chicken Chat
DESCRIPTION:Carly Campbell\, VCE Loudoun Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agent\, and the VCE Loudoun 4-H Poultry Club will attend this free event to answer your poultry-related questions.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/southern-states-chicken-chat/
LOCATION:Southern States Purcellville\, 261 N 21st St\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T083000
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SUMMARY:BQA Certification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:VCE Loudoun and VCE Fauquier are hosting a free Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Certification Workshop at the Middleburg AREC. Beef producers can recertify or receive Level 1 or Level 2 certification. Participants receive a digital copy of the BQA handbook and a certificate of completion.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/bqa-certification-workshop/
LOCATION:Middleburg Agricultural Research & Extension Center\, 5527 Sullivans Mill Rd\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T200000
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CREATED:20250317T190206Z
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SUMMARY:VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners Present: Managing Pests While Protecting Pollinators (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Join VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners to learn how to improve your garden’s resilience against pests and insects while protecting pollinators from pesticides. Emily May\, Agricultural Conservation Lead with the Xerces Society\, will lead this month’s lecture. \nThis virtual lecture series is hosted by Loudoun County Public Library.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/vce-loudoun-master-gardeners-present-managing-pests-while-protecting-pollinators-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T123000
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CREATED:20250317T185604Z
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SUMMARY:Blueberry Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join VCE Loudoun for this free\, hands-on blueberry pruning workshop. Learn about blueberry physiology with Commercial Horticulturist Beth Sastre and connect with local growers to share knowledge.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/blueberry-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Eagle Tree Farm Vineyards\, 15100 Harrison Hill Lane\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20176
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T150000
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CREATED:20250305T174427Z
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SUMMARY:14th Annual Gardening Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, March 22\, 2025 for a full day Gardening Symposium. Four expert speakers will provide inspiration\, ideas\, and information on garden basics that will appeal to all as we prepare our gardens for the growing season. Please join us for this educational event (see detailed schedule below). We look forward to learning and socializing with you in Leesburg.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/14th-annual-gardening-symposium/
LOCATION:Academies of Loudoun\, 42075 Loudoun Academy Dr\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T193000
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SUMMARY:Youth FAMACHA Training
DESCRIPTION:VCE Loudoun and VCE Fauquier are hosting this workshop for youth who want to become FAMACHA certified\, including 4-H and FFA members. Participants will receive hands-on training\, a FAMACHA card\, and a certificate of completion. Pizza will also be provided. The registration fee is $10
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/youth-famacha-training/
LOCATION:Middleburg Agricultural Research & Extension Center\, 5527 Sullivans Mill Rd\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T193000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Backyard Chickens
DESCRIPTION:VCE Loudoun’s Carly Campbell will be joined by Grace Morgan from Southern States Purcellville and Daniela Garrett from Purina Animal Nutrition to present on topics including coop setup\, poultry breeds\, biosecurity\, and nutrition for new and experienced backyard chicken owners.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/intro-to-backyard-chickens/
LOCATION:Southern States Purcellville\, 261 N 21st St\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T190000
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners: Jump-Start Your Spring Vegetable Garden (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This information-packed talk will feature the fundamentals of preparing your vegetable garden for spring. Denise Palmer\, current North Carolina Extension Master Gardener and former VCE Loudoun Master Gardener\, will lead this month’s lecture.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/master-gardeners-jump-start-your-spring-vegetable-garden-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T170000
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CREATED:20250131T153313Z
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SUMMARY:2025 ServSafe® Manager Training
DESCRIPTION:This ServSafe® Manager Certification Training Course was developed by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association. The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification is recognized by the Virginia Department of Health as meeting the requirements to be a Certified Food Protection Manager. \nVCE offers the program locally to food service workers at restaurants\, hospitals\, schools\, and child care centers. Participants receive instruction about food safety concepts such as sanitation\, food storage\, safety regulations\, pest management\, and safe food handling practices. \nThe Virginia Food Regulations require that each food establishment employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager who has supervisory and management responsibilities.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/2025-servsafe-manager-training/
LOCATION:VCE Loudoun County\, 750 Miller Drive SE\, STE 131\, Leesburg\, VA\, 20175
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T200000
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CREATED:20230317T181706Z
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SUMMARY:VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners Present: The ‘Awesome’ Health Benefits of Gardening
DESCRIPTION:The physical health benefits of gardening are well known: exercise\, strength building\, and fresh air. What about the impact of nature and gardening on our emotional and mental health? How can plant care be ‘self-care’? How does the experience of ‘awe’ help us re-energize and counter the negative effects of screen time and social media? Join us and learn how gardening can help us cultivate and reap a multitude of health benefits. We’ll explore evidence-based strategies to incorporate ‘awe’ into our time in the garden. \nThe ‘Awesome’ Health Benefits of Gardening\nPart of VCE Loudoun Master Gardener’s Free Virtual Lecture Series \n\nApril 13\, 2023\n7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nHosted by Loudoun County Public Library\nSign up for event reminders.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nTo View the Event: tinyurl.com/48yydyej\nPassword: LCPL
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/vce-loudoun-master-gardeners-present-the-awesome-health-benefits-of-gardening/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
ORGANIZER;CN="VCE Loudoun":MAILTO:jess.yon@loudoun.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T200000
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CREATED:20220916T142609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T143035Z
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SUMMARY:VCE Loudoun Presents: Blue Ridge Intro to Whole Farm Planning
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Ridge Intro to Whole Farm Planning course introduces beginning and exploring farmers to the whole farm planning process. Over six weeks\, extension agents and guest presenters address key concepts and examples that provide the framework and inspiration needed to plan a farm. The discussions and materials are relevant for any production operation type. Classes start on Monday\, October 3. Each session meets virtually for 90 minutes from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. \nBlue Ridge Intro to Whole Farm Planning\nSix Sessions: Mondays\, October 3\, 10\, 17\, & 24\, and November 7 & 14\n6:30 – 8:00 p.m.\nVirtual Series \n\nRegister for Blue Ridge Intro to Whole Farm Planning\n\nWe ask registrants to commit to attend all six classes. \nIf you have questions\, please email Extension Agent Jim Hilleary.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/vce-loudoun-presents-blue-ridge-intro-to-whole-farm-planning/
LOCATION:Webinar\, See details
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220514T140000
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CREATED:20220420T131345Z
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SUMMARY:Horse Trailer Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register for VCE Loudoun’s Horse Trailer Safety Workshop! Join local experts to learn trailer safety tips for transporting horses. Registration is $15\, which includes lunch. \nSaturday\, May 14\, 2022 at 10:00 am – 2:00pm\nThe Virginia Tech MARE Center\n5527 Sullivans Mill Road\nMiddleburg\, VA 20117 \nThe workshop topics include: \n\nMatching trailers to vehicles\nChecks before leaving the farm\nSafety on the road\nComplying with horse trailer laws and regulations\nWhat to do during a mishap\n\nIf you have any questions about the Horse Trailer Safety Workshop\, e-mail Kyla Szemplinski. \nThe Horse Trailer Safety Workshop is sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension\, The Virginia Tech M.A.R.E. Center\, and Loudoun County Equine Alliance. \nFor more information\, visit the event page and view the flyer (PDF). \nRegister for Trailer Safety Workshop…
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/horse-trailer-safety-workshop/
LOCATION:Virginia Tech MARE Center\, 5527 Sullivan Road\, Middleburg\, VA\, 20117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Workforce Development,For Employees/Jobseekers
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