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SUMMARY:April 19th\, 2026: Concert / Party
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\, starting at 5pm at the Buckland Public Hall\nConcert / Party\nby many names\nFais dodo – Kafana – Ceilidh – Kalas\n(come hungry!)\n\nFeaturing Orkestar Banitsa and the Fabric of Life Fireside Orchestra\, led by Eveline MacDougall\n\nMusic from around the world: Sweden\, Norway\, Hungary\, United Kingdom\, Ireland\, Romania\, Quebec\, Nova Scotia\, USA\, Serbia\, Bulgaria\, Slovenia\, Macedonia\, Croatia\, Greece\n\nSliding Scale Admission:\n$20 / $30 / $40\nno one will be turned away for lack of funds \n\nPre-register or pay at the door.\nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/april-19th-2026-concert-party/
LOCATION:Buckland Public Hall\, 15 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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SUMMARY:House Concert with lydia ievins
DESCRIPTION:On April 12th\, Fabric of Life will host local musician lydia ievins in the Farmhouse livingroom at the Bassett Homestead. \n  \n2PM: Workshop \nThe afternoon will begin at 2pm with a workshop with lydia\, which will focus on melody in the mind of a fiddler. Seats will be limited and Scandi-interested musicians of all levels are invited to participate in an engaging workshop with one of the US’s premier Scandinavian string players. \n  \n4PM: Mini House Concert \nAll are invited to join us at 4pm for a lively house concert as lydia ievins performs glorious Scandinavian harmonies on the nyckelharpa and five-string fiddle with help of a looper pedal. \n  \nDinner & Jam Session \nFollowing a cozy sit down dinner\, lydia will lead an open jam session. \n  \nRegistration is offered on a sliding scale and includes dinner. Seating is limited\, so we appreciate pre-registration for this program. If seats are still available\, we will accept payment at the door. \n  \nPRE-REGISTER\n  \nSliding Scale Registration (includes dinner):\nHouse Concert Only: $15/25/35\nWorkshop & House Concert: $20/35/50\nAll sales beyond the cost of the event will go to the artist.
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/house-concert-with-lydia-ievins/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
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SUMMARY:April 11\, 2026: Pruning for Resilience with Walker Korby
DESCRIPTION:Join local arborculturalist\, Walker Korby for hands-on instruction as we continue the process of reclaiming the Bassett Homestead apple orchard. \nThis class is designed to enhance your understanding and create a framework of the why and how we make pruning cuts. It will be appropriate for beginners as well as those who are already comfortable on a pruning ladder with a pair of Felcos. Bring along any pruning tools you have\, a pair of safety glasses and a willingness to learn! \nLunch will be provided. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/april-11-2026-pruning-for-resilience-with-walker-korby/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T160000
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SUMMARY:February 22\, 2026: Fireside Orchestra Session I
DESCRIPTION:Dance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play\, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place. \nJoin the Fabric of Life Fireside Orchestra and take part in two fun eclectic dance music sessions. Eveline MacDougall will lead us as we play music by the wood stove in our Farmhouse living room. Learn and practice a wide selection of tunes on Sunday\, February 22nd and Sunday\, March 22nd. On April 17th\, there will be a review session in preparation for the April 19th Concert / Party at the Buckland Public Hall. \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/february-22-2026-fireside-orchestra-session-i/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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SUMMARY:October 20-24\, 2025: Advanced Sprang Retreat with Carol James
DESCRIPTION:Join Carol James for a 5 day retreat where you will explore the more advanced aspects of the reciprocal textile technique\, Sprang. This technique is found throughout the world in different cultures and can be used to make almost anything from belts to bags to beautiful garments.  \n\nDate: October 20-24\, 2025 \nLocation: 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne MA 01370 \nEquipment Required: Participants must bring their own sprang frame of at least 24 inches in length 18 inches width\, safety strings\, shed sticks \nPrerequisite: Attendees must have completed an Introduction to Sprang course with Carol. 6-week courses are offered over ZOOM beginning March 20\, 2025 and September 1\, 2025. Please visit Carol’s website to register for Introduction to Sprang \n\nAbout Carol James \nCarol James has been exploring low-tech textile methods for 30 years. Her specialty is an ancient\, almost forgotten technique called sprang. She has examined sprang items in collections across the US and Europe\, and has made replicas of some well known pieces such as the Arizona Openwork Shirt and George Washington’s sash. She has also created modern garments deemed worthy of the Handweavers Guild of America fashion show. Carol has taught in Canada\, the US\, Europe\, and New Zealand. Students describe her as patient\, knowledgeable\, and passionate. She spent her COVID time charting sprang lace designs and writing up patterns\, and is author of numerous articles\, the books Sprang Unsprung\, Fingerweaving Untangled\, six books of sprang lace patterns\, and 2 instructional DVDs. Learn more about Carol at: www.spranglady.com \n  \n  \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/october-20-24-2025-advanced-sprang-retreat-with-carol-james/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T210000
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SUMMARY:October 18\, 2025: Mari Black Trio
DESCRIPTION:Mari Black Trio Concert \n7:00-9:00PM \nMari Black and Troy MacGillivray played a lively Cape Breton Fiddle concert in 2024 to a sold-out Buckland Public Hall audience and we are excited to welcome Mari back to Buckland with her trio. If you missed last year’s fiddle concert\, we hope you will be able to join us this year! And\, if you did attend last year\, you know what an outstanding musician Mari Black is and just how engaging her style is. \nMari will play fiddle accompanied by a guitar and an upright bass as the trio plays their signature “Fiddling Around the World” show. This show features dance-driven music from around the world (Celtic\, Canadian\, and American fiddling\, jazz\, swing\, klezmer\, Balkan\, tango\, folk\, original works\, and more). The trio will also play selected tunes from beloved Celtic styles (Irish\, Scottish\, Cape Breton\, Quebecois\, and more). \nThis concert is appropriate for all ages and is sure to have you out of your seat and dancing along. \n  \nPre-concert Workshop \n3:00-4:15PM \nPrior to the concert\, the Mari Black Trio will lead simultaneous workshops for both melody and accompaniment players. Participants will learn a set of tunes and then join forces to put the whole ensemble together in a group arrangement. \n  \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/october-18-2025-mari-black-trio/
LOCATION:Buckland Public Hall\, 15 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T120000
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SUMMARY:October 4\, 2025: Barnfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Barnfest on October 4th\, 2025! \nWe are so excited to welcome you to Bassett Road for Fabric of Life’s biggest community event and fundraiser of the year! Barnfest features local crafters and artisans\, musicians\, children’s activities\, dancing\, and the weaving together of an amazingly vibrant community. All are invited to join us beginning at noon for a variety of live demonstrations\, interactive workshops\, raffles\, a buffet dinner\, and a full set of after-dinner music and dancing into the evening. \nTry your hand at weaving\, learn about natural dyeing or needle felting\, watch a herding dog or sheep shearing demonstration\, take part in a yodel therapy session\, bring your tools for a sharpening lesson\, or let the kids try Shelburne Fire Department’s hose down house. Musicians of all levels will have a chance to practice fiddle tricks\, join in an Old Timey or Scandinavian fiddle jam\, and listen to a variety of musical styles throughout the afternoon. \nWe are excited to announce that we have partnered with Stone Soup Café for our community supper. Pre-order your meal ticket today! \nAll are welcome! Suggested Donation: $10 per person \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/barnfest-2025/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T210000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: September 13\, 2025: Eddie Forman Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \nPlease make sure you subscribe to our email list so we can let you know when we reschedule the Eddie Forman Orchestra! \n  \nPeople of all ages are invited to join the Eddie Forman Orchestra to dance and enjoy a fun-filled evening of good music at the Buckland Public Hall on September 13\, 2025. \n4:00PM: Workshop for musicians. \n5:30PM: Dance workshop\, followed by a lively concert and dance music played by the Eddie Forman Orchestra – complete with polish food. \nThe Eddie Forman Orchestra\, also known as “E.F.O.”\, is a western Massachusetts polka band that has been performing before audiences since 1968. Eddie Forman started the band while he was still in high school\, and has been creating and recreating music ever since. The Eddie Forman Orchestra has one of the largest followings in the New England area. Eddie has been quoted saying: “It is people like you that have kept us playing for all these years\, and as long as you are here\, so is E.F.O.” E.F.O. is known for their standard Polkas with Polish lyrics. They are without a doubt one of the hardest working bands giving the fans an abundance of music. \nThe Eddie Forman Orchestra has received numerous awards in recognition of promoting polka music and culture. Eddie had the honor of being inducted in the International Polka Music Hall of Fame on August 5th\, 2006. \nThe E.F.O. has made eighteen recordings; “The Rest of My Years” “Accordion to Eddie” is their most recent. This recording features a different style of polkas. The band is composed of a very diverse group of musicians. They have an expanded repertoire of music and have performed over the years at many venues throughout New England\, New Jersey\, New York\, Pennsylvania\, Maryland\, Michigan\, California and Florida. The E.F.O. has also been featured on several cruises to the Caribbean Islands and Bermuda. Eddie along with his wife Carol organizes bus tours taking their large following of dedicated fans to various festivals and polka weekends. \nThe Eddie Forman Orchestra is in high demand and has performed throughout the United States. The band’s enthusiasm and love for the music they perform\, their versatility and ability to embrace a wide range of styles and their dedication to strong\, lively performances make the E.F.O. an enduring success. \n \nLearn more about the Eddie Forman Orchestra
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/september-13-2025-eddie-forman-orchestra/
LOCATION:Buckland Public Hall\, 15 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T110000
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SUMMARY:September 6\, 2025: Natural Dyeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Attend a 6 hour workshop with natural dyer\, weaver\, and spinner\, Michelle Parrish for hands-on practice dyeing wool with natural dye plants. \nWorkshop is open to crafters\, knitters\, weavers\, dyers\, and enthusiasts of all experience levels. \nLimited to 6 participants. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/september-6-2025-natural-dyeing-workshop/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141254
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SUMMARY:August 30\, 2025: Hand Stitching to Repair and Embellish
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, Katie Cavacco will introduce students to a variety of simple utility stitches that can be used to repair knits and wovens. Students will complete a labeled stitch sampler to take home for reference\, and the workshop will also include time to problem solve as a group on specific items you want to mend. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/august-30-2025-hand-stitching-to-repair-and-embellish/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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SUMMARY:2025 Väv Immersion Weaving Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Väv Immersion is an 8-week Scandinavian weaving intensive co-sponsored by Fabric of Life and Vävstuga Weaving School. \nThis comprehensive course includes challenging projects\, extensive theory classes\, and an immersive artisanal community. Väv Immersion is an experience to be remembered for a lifetime. The knowledge gained from this program creates a foundation for further professional opportunities such as museum work\, production weaving\, textile retail\, and teaching. Ultimately\, the preservation of the tradition\, culture\, and function of hand weaving for future generations is carried forward through this intensive program.
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/2025-vav-immersion-weaving-intensive/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T210000
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SUMMARY:July 26\, 2025: Larry & Joe Concert & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Concert: 7-9PM \nJoin Larry & Joe at the Buckland Public Hall for an evening of music without borders. Reimagining their two musical traditions\, Llanera superstar Larry Bellorín (Venezuela) and Latingrass GRAMMY-nominee Joe Troop (North Carolina) play harp\, banjo\, fiddle\, cuatro\, maracas\, guitar\, upright bass\, and sing to inspire joy and unity. \n  \nPre-concert Workshop: 4PM \nGabán / Latin Strings / Venezuelan Strings \nDuring this afternoon workshop\, Larry & Joe will teach attendees a two-chord gabán\, a fundamental rhythmic and harmonic structure of the musical style\, la música llanera. Participants will learn how strings are used percussively through muting and golpes to create the iconic joropo feel. Though Larry & Joe will use the cuatro (an instrument intrinsically bound to the Venezuelan identity) as a teaching tool\, this language is translatable to other string instruments like the banjo. \nWorkshop open to musicians of all-levels. Instruments welcome and encouraged but not required. \n  \nPRE-REGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/july-26-2025-larry-joe-concert-workshop/
LOCATION:Buckland Public Hall\, 15 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T210000
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SUMMARY:July 5\, 2025: Romanian Play-Along with Ralph Iverson and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Romanian Orchestra Play-Along\nwith Ralph Iverson & Friends\nWe welcome intermediate to advanced musicians to come for an unusual and delightful day of playing in an impromptu Romanian Orchestra under the leadership of Ralph Iverson. Ralph is a longtime friend of Becky’s\, who has been a steadfast supporter and participant at her Barn Dances since the mid-1980s\, and Fabric of Life’s more recent Barnfest celebrations. His enthusiasm for playing and collecting of all kinds of dance music from the Balkans\, including a special interest in Romanian music is contagious\, and much to our benefit. We hope you will join in this rare opportunity to make some of this wonderful music together. \nSheet music will be provided\, and many of the tunes will be easily accessible to intermediate players\, but Ralph will also throw in a few more challenging ones to challenge advanced players as well. There is nothing that matches the power of the “big sound” that many instruments can make playing this beautiful music. \nThere will be a small space for informal dancing after dinner\, and a chance to play some of these tunes again for those who want to stick around in the evening. \n  \nSchedule: \n2:00-3:30PM: Session I \n3:45-5:15PM: Session II \n5:45PM: Dinner \nAfter Dinner: More music with dancing on the fringes! \n  \n \nInstruments: \nStrings: any bowed instrument! Fiddle\, viola\, cello\, base\, cimbalom \nReeds: clarinets\, accordions\, pan pipes \nWoodwinds \n  \nRalph Iverson Bio: \nRalph has been playing International folk dance music since 1985\, and has been a regular at the East Coast Balkan Music & Workshops. He’s been a member of many folk dance music groups\, including Mandala Folk Dance Ensemble (orchestra director)\, Cambridge Folk Orchestra\, Pinewoods Band\, Pajdashi\, Rakija\, Zdravets\, and Zornitsa. His main instruments are gadulka and violin though he also plays viola\, flute\, whistle\, saxophone\, tambura\, kaval\, brač\, lijerica\, kemenche\, and other instruments. Ralph plays in the Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra\, the New England Philharmonic\, and the MIT Gilbert & Sullivan Players. Ralph has submitted compositions to a competition “Bulgarian New Music in 7/8\,” generally winning second or third place honors\, but recently submitted a winning composition for gadulka and accompaniment. \n  \nCheck out our other 2025 Music Series events: \n \n  \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/july-5-2025-romanian-play-along-with-ralph-iverson-and-friends/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T170000
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SUMMARY:June 28\, 2025: Twilled Muffin Basket with Wendy Jensen
DESCRIPTION:Wendy Jensen will lead participants as they create a Twilled Muffin Basket with Braided Lash during this workshop. \nStudents will lay out a “spoked” base using rattan flat stakes. A continuous weave will be used to start this basket. The stakes are split and the weave will continue up the sides of the basket with a 2/2 twill weaving pattern. Shaping techniques will be taught as the sides are woven. Rim fitting\, scarfing and a decorative “braided” lash will be taught. Basket measures about 4” high by 10” wide\, a nice size to serve your favorite muffins. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/june-28-2025-twilled-muffin-basket-with-wendy-jensen/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T130000
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SUMMARY:June 14\, 2025: Working Oxen Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly day of working oxen demonstrations as teamsters of all ages work their animals. Bring your family and learn about this traditional form of draft power\, meet some amazing animals\, and find out why working oxen are so important to New England’s agricultural heritage. We will be serving lunch\, so please let us know how many people to expect when you register for the demo (below). \nThis program is offered at no charge and donations to support this event are greatly appreciated.
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/june-14-2025-working-oxen-demonstration/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141254
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SUMMARY:May 17th\, 2025: Fireside Orchestra Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join George Wilson\, Becky Ashenden and the Fabric of Life Fireside Orchestra\, led by Eveline MacDougall for an evening of community\, Contra Dancing and music from Quebec\, Scandinavia\, the Balkans\, and more! Cammy Kaynor will be calling for us and all are invited to join as dancers or listeners.\n\nDance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play\, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place.\nDance takes place at the Buckland Public Hall\, 17 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA on May 17th from 7-9pm! \nSliding scale admission $5-20 \nPre-register or pay at the door. \n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/may-17th-2025-fireside-orchestra-contra-dance/
LOCATION:Buckland Public Hall\, 15 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20250127T020430Z
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SUMMARY:March 23\, 2025: Fireside Orchestra Session II
DESCRIPTION:Dance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play\, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place. \nJoin us for two fun eclectic dance music sessions in our Farmhouse living room on February 23rd and March 23rd as we begin to build our Fabric of Life Fireside Orchestra. The third session on May 15th will be review for our May 17th Contra Dance at the Buckland Public Hall. Those who wish are invited to join the band on the tunes learned at the Farmhouse sessions. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/march-23-2025-fireside-orchestra-session-ii/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20250201T021114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T000158Z
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SUMMARY:March 8\, 2025: Pruning for Resilience with Walker Korby
DESCRIPTION:Join local arborculturalist\, Walker Korby for a morning of hands-on instruction as we begin the process of reclaiming the Bassett Homestead apple orchard. \nThe fundamentals of any pruning regimen should always start with understanding how trees grow\, break\, heal\, and degrade over time. Once you have internalized some of this knowledge\, and have understood  the effects our actions can have\, we are well on our way to a successful pruning journey. In this class we will enter this journey through the process of reclaiming some older fruit trees that have been left untended. The concepts and guidelines that we will focus on will cover what and where to remove in order to encourage a structure that will withstand wind\, ice\, heavy fruits\, and last for generations. This class is designed to enhance your understanding and create a framework of the why and how we make pruning cuts. It will be appropriate for beginners as well as those who are already comfortable on a pruning ladder with a pair of Felcos. Bring along any pruning tools you have\, a pair of safety glasses and a willingness to learn! \nRegister
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/march-8-2025-pruning-for-resilience-with-walker-korby/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20250127T015740Z
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SUMMARY:February 23\, 2025: Fireside Orchestra Session I
DESCRIPTION:Dance music has an important role in our communities. It brings joy not only to those who play\, but also to those who listen or dance. Being a part of this process on any level helps our world become a better place. \nJoin us for two fun eclectic dance music sessions in our Farmhouse living room on February 23rd and March 23rd as we begin to build our Fabric of Life Fireside Orchestra. The third session on May 15th will be review for our May 17th Contra Dance at the Buckland Public Hall. Those who wish are invited to join the band on the tunes learned at the Farmhouse sessions. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/february-23-2025-fireside-orchestra-session-i/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20250201T024255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T001011Z
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SUMMARY:February 22\, 2025: Biodynamic Land Healing with Elisha Poulin
DESCRIPTION:Help Heal our Earth Through Biodynamics \nJoin Elisha Poulin for a one hour review of the theory and practice of biodynamics. Biodynamics is based off of Rudolph Steiner’s 1924 agricultural lectures and the work of Maria Thun and stimulates soil health and brings harmony to the land\, enlivening the area and providing healing forces from the cosmos. The principles of biodynamics can be applied quickly and easily\, or through deep and methodical practices. During this workshop\, Elisha will share her approach to biodynamics\, highlighting valuable ways we can contribute to the health of our Earth\, ourselves\, and the animals around us. Elisha’s hope is that attendees will come away with enough to be comfortable starting this practice. This program will focus on biodynamic preparations and the cosmic calendar. This workshop is intended for farmers\, gardeners\, and anyone who wishes to share in the beautiful practice of healing any piece of the earth\, small or large\, using biodynamics. \nElisha’s passions are all centered around anything to do with the health of the Earth\, ourselves\, animals and staying centered in love. She has been studying plant medicine and nutrition for the past 20 years. She is currently a studying/practicing homeopath\, biodynamic land healing consultant\, and a wellness coach. Elisha has been farming for the entirety of her life\, and practicing aspects of biodynamic farming for the past 5 years on her own as well as many others’ farms and properties. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/february-22-2025-biodynamic-land-healing-with-elisha-poulin/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20250129T032447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T042209Z
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SUMMARY:February 16\, 2025: Field Walk with David Fisher
DESCRIPTION:Join local farmer\, David Fisher for a pasture walk and soil improvement presentation at Fabric of Life on Sunday\, February 16th from 4-7pm. David has been the lead farmer at Natural Roots Farm in Conway for decades using draft horses. \nThe afternoon will begin with a field walk to assess the Fabric of Life vegetable garden and the lower field\, which was plowed with oxen and planted with broom corn\, wheat\, and pumpkins in 2024. The group will then move into the Farmhouse living room to warm up by the fire while David shares his approach to soil improvement through mineralization\, crop rotation\, and cover crops. At the conclusion of the presentation\, we will share a light supper with plenty of opportunity for hearty discussion. \nThis workshop is appropriate for beginning farmers and home gardeners\, as well as growers with many years of experience. \nRegister
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/field-walk-with-david-fisher/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241103
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240822T123232Z
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SUMMARY:November 2\, 2024: Digital Printmaking Reception & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 2\, 2024 \nPublic Reception: 1PM to 3PM EST \nThe Bassett Homestead will be open to the public for a reception showcasing John Marcy’s work over the past 40 years as a photographer and printmaker. Prints available for purchase. \nPlease RSVP below \n  \nWorkshop: 9AM to 12PM EST \nDuring the morning workshop\, Master Printmaker John Marcy will incorporate his extensive experience with traditional methods of printmaking as he demonstrates his process of digital photo editing. John says “it is perfectly possible to make a beautiful digital print that that pushes back against the standard digital look.” During this workshop\, he will teach participants how he works with photo negatives and digital images to produce archive quality prints. \nRegister for Workshop\n  \nJohn Marcy has been involved in various aspects of photographic work for over 40 years. His work in black-and-white printmaking for important contemporary and historically important photographers has been exhibited in many venues\, including The Museum of Modern Art\, The Wadsworth Atheneum\, The National Museum of Women in the Arts\, The Worcester Art Museum and a traveling exhibition for the National Geographic Society. John’s work on the 21st Editions Collections was on display in the National Gallery of Art this summer.
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/digital-printmaking-reception-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs,Virtual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240222T155846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T225747Z
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SUMMARY:October 26\, 2024 Broom Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the craft of broom making and weave your own shaker combo broom during this 2.5 hour workshop with Eva Gaultney. Each session is limited to 8 participants. \nRegister for Morning Session\n10AM to 12:30PM EST \nRegister for Afternoon Session\n1:30PM to 4PM EST
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/october-26-2024-broom-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240930T195229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T201829Z
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SUMMARY:Väv Immersion Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Väv Immersion Celebration & GRAND EXHIBITION\nFriday\, Oct 18\, 4-6 pm – Come and go as you please!\n80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne Center MA 01370 \nMeet our wonderful students!\nSee an exhibit of their work\nCelebrate their accomplishments \nYUMMY Edible treats\n& stories of their weaving days \nFOR 8 WEEKS\nThey have been\nDESIGNING\nWEAVING\nHEMMING\nLEARNING\ncopious amounts\nabout making\ntextiles\n——\nTHEIR\nBINDERS ARE\nFABULOUS \n \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/vav-immersion-exhibition-2024/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240823T235144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T192107Z
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SUMMARY:October 13\, 2024: Natural Dyeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to use the dye plants you have grown to dye yarn or fabric? Making your own dyes allows you to be connected to the colors you use in an intimate and thoughtful way. During this workshop\, natural dyer\, weaver\, and spinner\, Michelle Parrish will teach techniques for using natural dye plants to create a range of vibrant colors on yarn or fabric. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/october-13-2024-natural-dyeing-workshop/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T233000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240222T154007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T023537Z
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SUMMARY:Barnfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Barnfest on October 5th\, 2024! \nYou won’t want to miss our biggest community event of the year! We will have a variety of demonstrations\, mini-workshops\, raffles\, a buffet dinner\, and after-dinner musical entertainment into the wee hours of the morning. \nBarnfest is a FREE full day event that includes local crafters and artisans\, musicians\, kid’s activities\, dancing\, food\, and the weaving together of an amazingly vibrant community. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/barnfest-2024/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241019
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240118T232924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T232924Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Väv Immersion Weaving Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Väv Immersion is an 8-week Scandinavian weaving intensive co-sponsored by Fabric of Life and Vävstuga Weaving School. \nThis comprehensive course includes challenging projects\, extensive theory classes\, and an immersive artisanal community. Väv Immersion is an experience to be remembered for a lifetime. The knowledge gained from this program creates a foundation for further professional opportunities such as museum work\, production weaving\, textile retail\, and teaching. Ultimately\, the preservation of the tradition\, culture\, and function of hand weaving for future generations is carried forward through this intensive program. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/2024-vav-immersion-weaving-intensive/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240530T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T141818Z
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SUMMARY:August 23\, 2024: Basket Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:During this full day workshop\, you will make your own Mokok ash bark basket\, sew it with spruce root\, and rim it with arrowwood or willow. Our instructor\, Jennifer Lee\, is an independent student of American Indian history and culture\, past and present and has been teaching bark basket making for over 20 years. \nRegister
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/august-23-2024-basket-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240302T002836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T013743Z
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SUMMARY:Singing Ukulele Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Singing Ukulele Retreat\nfeaturing Jim Beloff and Kate O’Connor \nLast year Fabric of Life offered a new musical program as part of its ongoing efforts to preserve and promote traditional skills which enrich our daily lives: the Singing Ukulele Retreat. Its success has inspired us to bring the program back this summer with two superb musicians. \n\nThe workshop will feature two great musicians: \nJim Beloff has been a tireless evangelist for the ukulele for over 20 years. He has written many instruction books as part of his “Jumpin Jim’s” series as well as compiling the beloved “Daily Ukulele” songbooks. Over the years he had done hundreds of workshops\, introducing beginners to the ukulele and helping thousands to improve their playing. He has also written a concerto for solo ukulele and symphony orchestra—“Uke Can’t Be Serious”—and over 30 songs performed on his CDs. Jim’s 2010 workshop in Northampton sponsored by Downtown Sounds and the Northampton Community Music Center led to the creation of AEIOUkes\, Northampton’s ukulele club\, which still meets weekly at Forbes Library. He and his wife Liz were also featured performers in the Northampton Arts Council’s Four Sundays in February show “Ukes and Yo-yos”. \nKate O’Connor is a longtime career musician and band leader who has entertained audiences throughout New England\, Bermuda and Florida with her stellar vocals\, keyboards\, steel drum\, and guitar playing\, and her original R & B\, Jazz\, Pop\, and World Beat compositions. Kate is a best vocalist award winner from newspaper polls in the Western Massachusetts region\, and was a longtime studio session vocalist for #1 hit songwriter Tony Romeo (I Think I love You). She performs with A Beautiful Future Band\, (Caribbean\, Irish\, and multicultural original music)\, Blue Rendezvous\, (Retro Soul and Swing)\, and Catalytics Swing Band\, and teaches music lessons at the Northampton Community Music Center\, Smith College\, and Downtown Sounds. \n\nThe retreat will feature three sessions: there will be an introductory session for everyone led by Jim that will combine some warm-up playing and singing to get us all in the mood. At this session Jim will also talk about how he approaches arranging and performing a new song\, which is often a challenge for beginning and intermediate players who want to learn new material. \nThen half of the group will have a 90 minute session with Jim and the other half with Kate.; these sessions will focus on improving technique in playing and singing respectively. After that the groups will switch teachers for another 90 minute session. Following this there will be a community supper where we’ll have a chance to relax and socialize. The retreat will end with a short concert where our teachers will get a chance to perform for participants\, and then the group will get together and show off what they have learned during the day. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/singing-ukulele-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T141255
CREATED:20240519T233552Z
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SUMMARY:July 7\, 2024: Tool Sharpening Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Almost every tool can benefit from a properly maintained edge including shovels\, hoes\, loppers\, knives and axes. \nDuring this 2.5 hour workshop\, Shelby will discuss the principles of maintaining edge tools from storage and use to sharpening. He will demonstrate many different methods of sharpening that can be replicated in your own home\, shop\, or garage with a variety of common and specialized tools such as files\, stones\, grinders and blocks of wood. Please bring tools you would like to sharpen\, as well as any sharpening tools you have. In the second half of this workshop\, Shelby will assist you as you sharpen your own tools. You will have a chance to try Shelby’s assortment of sharpening devices\, as well as better learn to use your own sharpening tools. \nRegister
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/july-7-2024-tool-sharpening-workshop/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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