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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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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: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: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:20260412T140000
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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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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:May 9\, 2026: Shiitake Mushroom Log Inoculation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to inoculate your own mushroom logs and take one home with you! \nThis two-hour class\, taught by Elisha Poulin\, will teach the best time of year to harvest trees and why\, what trees different mushrooms like to grow on\, different methods of inoculation\, and mushroom log care. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/may-9-2026-shiitake-mushroom-log-inoculation-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:20260607T100000
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SUMMARY:June 7\, 2026: Planting the Dye Garden
DESCRIPTION:Attend a two hour workshop with natural dyer\, weaver\, and spinner\, Michelle Parrish and learn about planning a dye garden\, and selecting\, planting\, and growing natural dye plants. Expect to get your hands dirty as we spend the second portion of this workshop planting out the Fabric of Life dye garden. \nWorkshop is open to gardeners\, dyers\, and enthusiasts of all experience levels. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/june-7-2026-planting-the-dye-garden/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000
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SUMMARY:Tamburitza Orchestra Play Along
DESCRIPTION:This powerful music is contagious and accessible. Native to Serbia\, Croatia and neighboring regions\, it also has had a strong presence in the US for over a century\, where pockets of immigrants have kept this joyful culture alive. See our list of links below to learn more. \nPlease consider joining this orchestra for the day if you play plucked or bowed strings\, accordion\, or like to sing! These tunes fit well on the traditional tamburica instruments which are tuned in 4ths\, but can also be played on mandolins or other plucked strings as well as fiddles of course. \n  \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/tamburitza-orchestra-play-along/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T170000
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SUMMARY:June 27\, 2026: Hexagonal Base Basket with Wendy Jensen
DESCRIPTION:This rattan basket is based on a traditional Shaker basket design using a hexagonal weave for the base.  The basket transitions to a plain weave up the sides and is finished with an interesting folded and lashed rim.  An attractive fine basket to hold a small project or simply to hang on the wall. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/june-27-2026-hexagonal-base-basket-with-wendy-jensen/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
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SUMMARY:2026 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. \n  \nAPPLY TODAY
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/2026-vav-immersion-weaving-intensive/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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SUMMARY:July 25\, 2026: Zlatne Uste Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Zlatne Uste at the Buckland Public Hall on Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\, from 7-10PM for a festive evening of dancing and/or listening to energetic music of the Balkans \nZlatne Uste (Serbo-Croatian for “Golden Lips”) is a 12-piece New York-based Balkan brass band founded in the 1980s that plays traditional music from Serbia\, Macedonia\, Bulgaria\, and Romani traditions\, including traditional\, wedding\, and folk music from the region. They are renowned for hosting the annual Zlatne Uste Golden Festival (“Golden Fest”) in NYC\, which is considered the premier Balkan music event in the US\, featuring over 50 bands\, dancing\, and workshops. \nSliding Scale Admission:\n$25 – $45\nAdmission may be paid at the door until capacity is reached. \n\nPre-Register
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/july-25-2026-zlatne-uste-dance-party/
LOCATION:Buckland Public Hall\, 15 Upper St\, Buckland\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T170000
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SUMMARY:September 6\, 2026: 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. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/september-6-2026-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:20261010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T233000
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SUMMARY:October 10\, 2026: Barnfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Barnfest on October 10th\, 2026\, starting at noon! \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. \nAll are welcome! \n  \nSign up to volunteer at Barnfest!
URL:https://www.fabric-of-life.org/event/october-10-2026-barnfest/
LOCATION:Fabric of Life Farmhouse\, 80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370
CATEGORIES:In Person Programs
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