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• May Farm Hands Volunteer Day

  • When
    Sat, May 11, 2024
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    1451 John West Rd., Dallas, TX 75228
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  May Farm Hands

  Volunteer Day 

  
  

  Owenwood Farm & Neighbor Space

  1451 John West Rd., Dallas, TX 75228

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Spring has sprung, and the Farm looks fabulous! 
  Join us for a fun morning of farm tasks: planting, harvesting, weeding, spreading mulch, or whatever the farm needs!

  Don't forget to bring water, sun protection, garden gloves,
  and wear closed-toe shoes. 

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• Dyeing with Indigo

  • When
    Sat, May 11, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    1451 John West Rd Dallas, TX, 75228

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  DYEING WITH INDIGO
  SATURDAY MAY 11TH, 2024
  OWENWOOD FARM AND NEIGHBOR SPACE
  10:00AM - 12:00PM

  Join Melissa, from Happy Mess Studio as we learn all about indigo. Participants will learn the basics of starting an indigo dye vat, Shibori techniques, and fun facts while making custom flour sack towels. (AKA the best dish towels ever!) Each student will get a set of 2 flour sack towels as well as 2 practice fabric swatches. All supplies included. For this indigo class, students are welcome to bring 1-2 items from home to include in the dye vat at the end of class. Please make sure they are made from natural fibers (cotton, silk, hemp, linen).

                 
  

  Please note: many of our events and programs are made possible through our sliding scale or “pay as you can” model. This means that those who can pay more, allowing those who need to to pay less.

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• Production Planning For Profit

  • When
    Tue, May 14, 2024
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    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    13 registrants

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  PRODUCTION PLANNING FOR PROFIT

  MAY 14th, 2024 
  ZOOM WEBINAR
  6:00PM - 7:30PM

  
  

  Planning what to grow is one of the most important activities in farming. Understanding crop yields, seasonality, and succession planting are some of the things you need to know. During this webinar we will discuss: farm crop planning, reviewing your space, potential yield, and where you can sell what you produce.  Join master farmer Hyiat El-Jundi, Executive Director of Farmers Assisting Returning Military (F.A.R.M.) as they share lesson's learned, strategies, and resources available to support development of your crop production plans. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  This webinar is funded through USDA RMA, award #__________________

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• An In-depth Look at the American Forests Tree Equity Scoring Tool

  • When
    Wed, May 15, 2024
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    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual
  • Registered
    13 registrants

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  AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE American Forests Tree Equity Scoring Tool

  MAY 15th, 2024
  VIRTUAL
  6:00PM-7:30PM

  
  

  On April 22nd we hosted a webinar to introduce you to the the tree equity scoring tool. Tree Equity Score measures how well the critical benefits of urban tree canopy are reaching those who need them most. The score establishes an equity-first standard to guide investment in communities living on low incomes, communities of color and all those disproportionately affected by extreme heat, pollution and other environmental hazards. Tree Equity Score Analyzer is a more comprehensive tool that supports human-centered, deep-dive decision-making for urban tree plantings.
  

  Register for a more in-depth look at the American Forests Tree Equity Tool and get the opportunity to test it out, ask questions and get the answers you need to use TESA for your own projects and needs!
  

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• Basic On-Farm Carpentry: The Build

  • When
    Thu, May 16, 2024
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    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    1451 John West Road
  • Registered
    6 registrants

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  BASIC ON-FARM CARPENTRY: THE BUILD

  May 16, 2024
  Owenwood Farm and Neighbor space 1451 John West Road Dallas, Texas
  5:30PM-7:30PM
  

  Are you a farmer or grower and would like to learn some basic carpentry skills to enhance your farm? Whether you're a beginner or an experienced grower, there may come a time when you'll need to build, repair, update or remodel structures on your property. Join us for part two of our Basic On-Farm Carpentry workshop where you will put your skills and knowledge to the test as we work together to build a simple on-farm (or in-garden) washing station. This workshop will be led by Brandon Iker, PhD, so bring your enthusiasm, questions and desire to learn! Don't forget to wear closed toe shoes, and bring a pair of gloves and eye protection if you have them. Additionally, please bring water and a snack since this workshop takes place during supper time!
  

  Instructor Bio:

  Brandon Iker, PhD. With over 30 years of hands-on agricultural experience across Ohio, Arizona, Michigan, and Texas, Brandon has a wealth of knowledge in both urban and rural small farm operations, sustainability, and water quality.  

  Brandon’s workshops combine deep scientific insights with practical, real-world applications. Ideal for anyone looking to revitalize an old farm or enhance their current operations, these workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert in a positive and professional setting.

  Brandon holds a PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Arizona. He also earned dual B.S. degrees in Ecology and Molecular Biology from Northern Kentucky University. 
  

  
  

  Funded by grant number: FSA23CPT0012854

  
  

            
  

  
  

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• Coffee and Conversation Tarrant County USDA office

  • When
    Wed, May 22, 2024
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    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    320 WESTWAY PL STE 511 ARLINGTON, TX 76018
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: TARRANT COUNTY

  MAY 22ND, 2024
  ARLINGTON SERVICE CENTER
  320 Westway Place STE 511 Arlington, TX 76018
  8:00 Am - 12:00 PM

  
  

  

  Are you an urban farmer or grower in or around Tarrant County and would like the opportunity to have your farming questions answered? Would you like to learn more about the many services available to you through USDA? If you're curious about topics ranging from conservation practices to obtaining your farm number, this event is for you! Join us at the USDA Arlington Service Center on May 22nd as we sift through questions and hot topics over coffee. You'll be able to meet and talk with FSA and NRCS staff from 8:00am to 12:00pm. Register today to secure your spot for coffee and conversation!

                       
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  This webinar is funded through USDA FSA Cooperatives Program, award #FSA23CPT0012854

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• Rainwater Harvesting & Solar Irrigation Workshop

  • When
    Tue, May 28, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    1451 John West Road
  • Registered
    18 registrants

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  RAINWATER HARVESTING & SOLAR IRRIGATION WORKSHOP

  MAY 28TH, 2024
  Owenwood Farm and Neighbor space 1451 John West Road Dallas, Texas
  10:00AM - 1:00PM
  

  Do you need irrigation in a growing space that doesn't have electricity? This class will show you how to collect rainwater and pump it using solar power. Licensed irrigator Dean Minchillo, Program Specialist with the Texas Water Resources Institute, will explain the basics of using rainwater for drip irrigation. He will be joined by DeVille Hubbard, a licensed irrigator, as they build a simple rainwater harvesting collection system at Owenwood Farm. 
  
  

  Following the explanation of terminology and basic information, both experts will work with you to hook up a solar-powered water pump and lay drip irrigation lines. You will help install the flexible tubing system that doesn't require cutting PVC pipe, glues, or solvents. Once the irrigation system is complete, you will have time to ask Dean and DeVille questions. 
  
  Please remember to dress appropriately for the activities and feel free to bring a water bottle, snacks and a folding chair for the informational portion of the workshop.
  

  Funded by grant number: FSA23CPT0012854

  
  

            
  

  
  

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• ECO-PRINTING CLASS

  • When
    Sat, June 01, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    1451 John West Rd Dallas, TX, 75228

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  ECO-PRINTING CLASS
  SATURDAY JUNE 1ST, 2024
  OWENWOOD FARM AND NEIGHBOR SPACE
  10:00AM - 12:00PM

  Join Melissa, from Happy Mess Studio and learn the basics of eco-printing on fabric. This class is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn about natural dyes and how to print on fabric with a variety of flowers and leaves. Explore natural dyes like Comos, Osage orange, coreopsis, eucalyptus, and many other plants. In this class we will eco-printing a pair of flour sack towels. All Supplies included. 

                                  
  

  Please note: many of our events and programs are made possible through our sliding scale or “pay as you can” model. This means that those who can pay more, allowing those who need to to pay less.

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