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SUMMARY:People's Town Hall in St. Charles
DESCRIPTION:From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid\, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington\, D.C. \nMinnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall from 1:30 to 3 p.m. April 7 at St. Charles Community Center\, 830 Whitewater Ave.\, to hear what family farmers and rural residents think of these actions and to learn what they want and need from their state and federal governments. The event is free and open to the public. \n“Farmers are wondering what a potential trade war\, proposed cuts to Farm Bill programs and layoffs at USDA offices will mean for them and their livelihoods. Minnesota family farmers are already facing uncertainty with rising input costs\, falling commodity prices\, concentrated markets\, a scarcity of childcare and difficulty accessing and affording health care\,” said MFU President Gary Wertish. “We want to hear directly from MFU members and other interested citizens on how the state and federal government can help them meet their needs and build robust family farms and rural communities.” \nMeetings are being planned for numerous locations around the state. See mfu.org/events for details. Pre-registration is requested at https://bit.ly/PeoplesTownHall
URL:https://mfu.org/event/peoples-town-hall-in-st-charles/
LOCATION:St. Charles Community Center\, 830 Whitewater Ave.\, St. Charles\, MN\, 55972\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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SUMMARY:Rural Health Forum and Fair
DESCRIPTION:What: Rural Health Forum and Fair \nWhen: 8:30-11:30 a.m. April 5 \nWhere: The Midway building\, Dodge County Fairgrounds\, Kasson \nWhat’s happening? Speakers on health topics and booths with variety of health-related information. Medical students plan to offer blood pressure\, glucose\, cholesterol\, triglycerides\, skin cancer and hearing screenings. \nSpeakers: \n\nDr. Robert Jacobson\, a medical consultant at Mayo Clinic\, speaking at 9 a.m.\nTed Matthews\, a mental health practitioner with more than 30 years of experience in counseling in rural areas\, speaking at 10:15 a.m.\n\nExhibitors include: \n\nZumbro Valley Medical Society\, The Rural Medicine Interest Group at Mayo Clinic School of Medicine looks to improve the health and wellness of our surrounding rural communities through health screening and education. We also look to increase interest in rural medicine within medical students to improve the access to medical care for rural populations.\nDodge County Public Health has been serving the public since 1922. Its mission is to promote and foster a healthy community by delivering the highest quality of services to the greatest number of Dodge County residents in the most efficient manner.\nCenter Clinic is a volunteer-driven non-profit organization that specializes in reproductive healthcare. The Center Clinic provides quality\, confidential\, affordable physical and mental healthcare\, health counseling\, and education to teens and low-income\, uninsured\, and underinsured men and women.\nMayo Clinic Otolaryngology Department\, which will be offering hearing screenings and information about sleep apnea\, voice health\, cancer detection and prevention\, and our free community clinic.\nDodge County Environmental Services\, which provides services for the protection of public health and the environment. These services include waste disposal\, recycling\, composting\, hazardous waste treatment\, and water testing.\nFarmers Union/Farmers Union Agency. Farmers Union is a grassroots\, membership based organization and Farmers Union Agency offers various health insurance solutions to individuals\, including Medicare.\nThe 10\,000 Families Study looks at how family history\, habits\, and the environment affect our health. Its goal is to find ways to improve health and prevent illness for future generations of Minnesotans.\nU of M Extension farm safety\, family health and well-being\nKM FFA Farm Safety\n\nThe Rural Health Forum & Fair is sponsored by Dodge County Public Health in cooperation with Dodge and Olmsted County Farmers Unions. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/rural-health-forum-and-fair/
LOCATION:Dodge County Fairgrounds\, 100 11th St NE\, Kasson\, MN\, 55944\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
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SUMMARY:People's Town Hall in Oronoco
DESCRIPTION:From expanded tariffs and a potential trade war to firing USDA employees and potential cuts to Medicaid\, there’s a lot of news pouring out of Washington\, D.C. \nMinnesota Farmers Union (MFU) is sponsoring a People’s Town Hall from 1:30 to 3 p.m. March 31 at People’s Energy Cooperative\, 1775 Lake Shady Ave S.\, Oronoco\, to hear what family farmers and rural residents think of these actions and to learn what they want and need from their state and federal governments. \n“Farmers are wondering what a potential trade war\, proposed cuts to Farm Bill programs and layoffs at USDA offices will mean for them and their livelihoods. Minnesota family farmers are already facing uncertainty with rising input costs\, falling commodity prices\, concentrated markets\, a scarcity of childcare and difficulty accessing and affording health care\,” said MFU President Gary Wertish. “We want to hear directly from MFU members and other interested citizens on how the state and federal government can help them meet their needs and build robust family farms and rural communities.” \nPre-registration is requested at https://bit.ly/PeoplesTownHall. The event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/peoples-town-hall-in-oronoco/
LOCATION:People’s Energy Cooperative\, 1775 Lake Shady Ave. S\, Oronoco\, MN\, 55960\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
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SUMMARY:Join Annie's Project in New Prague
DESCRIPTION:What: Annie’s Project \nWhen: 6:30-9:30 p.m. March 26 \nTopics:  \n\nLaura Gosewisch: Body Mechanics: How to Maintain your Most Valuable Resource – Yourself!\nColleen Carlson: The ABC’s of Agriculture – breaking down the acronyms\,\nSWCD – Soil and Water Conservation District and FSA – Farm Service Agency in to share about their programs\n\nFood: A light supper will be served. \nPre-registration is required: Event is free to all MFU members\, but you must preregister by March 24 to gail@mfu.org or 507-202-2042.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/join-annies-project-in-new-prague/
LOCATION:New Prague Library\, 400 Main St E\, New Prague\, MN\, 56071\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T130000
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CREATED:20241025T184556Z
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon at the Theater
DESCRIPTION:Dodge and Olmsted County Farmers Unions are hosting an Afternoon at the Mantorville Opera House. \nBring your friends to see the Christmas Show: “A Sherlock Carol” at 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mantorville Opera House\, 5 5th St. W.\, Mantorville. \nGather at 1 p.m. at the Hubbell House\, 502 N Main St.\, Mantorville\, for appetizers before going to the show. \nCost is $20 for the appetizers and the show. Drinks at the Hubbell House are on your own. \nThe Christmas Shows do sell out so we need to give the theater a count in advance. RSVP to Gail Donkers by Nov. 18 to reserve your seat. \nMore about A Sherlock Carol: Moriarty is dead to begin with. But when a grownup Tiny Tim asks Sherlock Holmes to investigate the recent death of Ebenezer Scrooge\, the great but apathetic detective must use his gifts to solve a Dickens of a Christmas mystery! Six actors take on the beloved characters of Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens in this heartwarming and highly theatrical holiday treat for all ages. It is written by Mark Shanahan and directed by Bill Schnell.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/a-night-at-the-theater/
LOCATION:Hubbell House\, 502 N Main St.\, Mantorville\, MN\, 55955\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20241015T171622Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Candidates in Dodge\, Olmsted counties
DESCRIPTION:What: Dodge and Olmsted County Farmers Unions Meet the Candidates Event \nWhen: Doors open at 5 p.m. for supper (on your own). Meet the Candidate Night begins at 7 p.m. Oct. 29. Please support the business hosting the event\, they are opening specifically to host the event. \nWhere: Frank ‘N Stein Restaurant\, 15 Frontage Rd\, Byron. \nCandidates invited include: State House candidates and candidates for the 1st Congressional District. \nFor more information: John Larsen\, (507) 273-1451
URL:https://mfu.org/event/meet-the-candidates-in-dodge-olmsted-counties/
LOCATION:Frank ‘N Steins Restaurant\, 15 Frontage Road\, Byron\, MN\, 55950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T140000
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SUMMARY:Winona County Convention
DESCRIPTION:Winona County Farmers Union will hold their convention at noon Sept. 21 at Bonnie Rae’s Cafe\, Rollingstone. \nAs a grassroots policy organization\, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members\, through attending and bringing forth resolutions\, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St. Paul and Washington\, D.C. \nThe meeting will include election of officers\, election of delegates to the state convention and a call for resolutions. \nSee your July issue of the member magazine for a one-page convention guide. \nContact Steve Simon for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/winona-county-convention/
LOCATION:Bonnie Rae’s Cafe\, 108 Main St\, Rollingstone\, MN\, 55969\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T140000
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CREATED:20240815T200120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T200120Z
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SUMMARY:Houston County Convention
DESCRIPTION:Houston County Farmers Union will hold their convention at 2 p.m. Sept. 22 at Fat Pat’s Brewery\, 130 East Main St.\, Spring Grove. \nAs a grassroots policy organization\, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members\, through attending and bringing forth resolutions\, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St. Paul and Washington\, D.C. \nThe meeting will include election of officers\, election of delegates to the state convention and a call for resolutions. \nSee your July issue of the member magazine for a one-page convention guide. \nContact Katie Bonow for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/houston-county-convention/
LOCATION:Fat Pat’s Brewery\, 130 East Main St.\, Spring Grove\, MN\, 55974\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240823T194251Z
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SUMMARY:Washington County Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Farmers Union Convention is 5:30 p.m. Sept. 19 at Rustic Roots Winery\, 20168 St Croix Trail N\, Scandia. \nAs a grassroots policy organization\, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members\, through attending and bringing forth resolutions\, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St. Paul and Washington\, D.C. \nThe meeting will include election of officers\, election of delegates to the state convention and a call for resolutions. \nMFU Climate and Working Lands Program Director Ariel Kagan is the guest speaker. \nSee your July issue of the member magazine for a one-page convention guide.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/washington-county-convention/
LOCATION:Rustic Roots Winery\, 20168 St Croix Trail N\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240819T133017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T133017Z
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SUMMARY:Steele-Waseca County Convention
DESCRIPTION:Steele-Waseca County Farmers Union will hold their convention at 5 p.m. Sept. 17 at Boat House Grill and Bar\, Waseca. \nAs a grassroots policy organization\, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members\, through attending and bringing forth resolutions\, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St. Paul and Washington\, D.C. \nThe meeting will include election of officers\, election of delegates to the state convention and a call for resolutions. \nSee your July issue of the member magazine for a one-page convention guide. \nContact Gail Donkers for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/steele-waseca-county-convention/
LOCATION:Boat House Grill and Bar\, 406 9th St NE\, Waseca\, MN\, 56093\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240613T141446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T173323Z
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SUMMARY:Poop science for sheep and goat producers
DESCRIPTION:What: Pooper Scooper 101 \nWhen: July 27\, 10 a.m. – noon \nWhere: Burning Daylight Draft Farm\, 37272 20th Ave.\, Dennison\, MN 55018 \nSpeakers: \n\nKari Ripley-Boysen\, Unruly Earth Farm\, Webster. Kari attended Argosy University for an Associates in Veterinary Technology\, has experience working in a veterinary clinic as a vet tech\, and hands on with her own pet and farm animals. Trained in FAMACHA.\nLindsey Zemanek\, Burning Daylight Draft Farm\, Dennison. Lindsey and her family are hosts for the workshop. BDDF is a small draft powered livestock farm specializing in grass fed and finished lamb and pastured poultry and meat rabbits. They host On the Farm Therapy and exist at the intersection of wellness\, agriculture and mental health. They have horses\, sheep\, rabbits\, meat and laying chickens. Lindsey is a mental health professional\, with a background in animal science with an emphasis on pre-vet studies. Lindsey is also trained in FAMACHA.\n\nCost: $10 per manure sample. For best results\, collect freshest manure possible in a double sandwich bag and store in the fridge for up to four days before workshop. You can bring manure from single animals or from a group of animals. \nRegistration is required to be sure there are enough supplies. Space is limited to 40 participants. Register here. \nMore information: \n\nAt this workshop\, participants will learn how to do fecal float exams to identify internal parasites in the manure samples they bring from their own livestock. Additionally\, they will learn how to use the FAMACHA system to assess the degree of anemia in their goats and sheep due to barber pole worms (haemonchus contortus).\nHandouts and discussion will include ways to prevent and treat worms\, including chemical\, holistic and certified organic solutions.\nRice County Farmers Union is providing ice cold water and herbal tea from So Below Apothecary.\nContact Rice County Farmers Union President Tessa Parks at (360) 303-6804 for more information.\n\nGood to know: \n\nFor biosecurity reasons\, please wear clean shoes/boots and clothes\, so you do not track anything from your farm to BDDF.\nPort-a-potty and handwashing stations are onsite.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/poop-science-for-sheep-and-goat-producers/
LOCATION:Burning Daylight Draft Farm\, 37272 20th Ave.\, Dennison\, 55018\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Tessa Parks":MAILTO:tessa@wtfarmsmn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240528T175757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T193940Z
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SUMMARY:Dodge/Olmsted County Convention
DESCRIPTION:Dodge and Olmsted County Farmers Unions will hold their annual County Convention July 11 at the Matt and Maggie Kruger farm. \nAs a grassroots policy organization\, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members\, through attending and bringing forth resolutions\, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St. Paul and Washington\, D.C. \nThe meeting will include election of officers\, election of delegates to the state convention and a call for resolutions. \nSpeakers include Matt Kruger and Martin Larsen. Larsen\, of the Olmsted SWCD\, will speak about nitrate concerns in southeast Minnesota. Kruger will talk about aviation and carbon intensity \nSee your July issue of the member magazine for a one-page convention guide. \n 
URL:https://mfu.org/event/dodge-olmsted-county-convention/
LOCATION:Matt and Maggie Kruger farm\, 56230 270th Ave\, Pine Island\, MN\, 55963\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240528T174254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T152906Z
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SUMMARY:Goodhue County Farmers Union Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Goodhue County Farmers Union Convention is 6:30 p.m. July 10 at the Covered Bridge Family Restaurant\, 1439 Northstar Drive\, Zumbrota. \nPlease RSVP to Gail by July 5 for a headcount on food. \nAs a grassroots policy organization\, annual county conventions (aka annual business meetings) are the building blocks of MFU policy. It is the participation of members\, through attending and bringing forth resolutions\, that gives Farmers Union a strong voice in St. Paul and Washington\, D.C. \nThe meeting will include election of officers\, election of delegates to the state convention and a call for resolutions. There may also be guest speakers. See your July issue of the member magazine for a one-page convention guide. \nContact Danny Lundell for more information about the Goodhue County annual business meeting.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/goodhue-county-farmers-union-convention-2/
LOCATION:Covered Bridge Restaurant\, 1439 Northstar Drive\, Zumbrota\, Minnesota\, 55992\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240426T160042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T163711Z
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SUMMARY:Human Resources Lunch and Learn with Nancy Miller
DESCRIPTION:What: Human Resources Lunch and Learn with Nancy Miller \nWhen: Noon to 1 p.m. June 20 on Zoom \nTopics include: \n\nEmployee Onboarding Checklist\nFocus on Four Laws: Minnesota Earned Safe and Sick Time of 2023 and 2024; Minnesota Wage Theft Act of 2019; Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA)\, which includes federal and state wage disclosure laws\, nursing mother laws and pregnancy accommodation laws; state and federal Fair Labor Standards Act.\nDocument retention schedule\n\nMore about Nancy Miller: Miller is Owner/HR Consultant with Vinna Human Resources. She has worked in the human resources sector for more than a decade and has certifications from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). She has worked with small businesses\, churches\, financial institutions\, educators\, contractors\, landscapers\, non-profit organizations\, correction institutions\, restaurants and government organizations. Her skill set and insight allow her to work with employers to develop their leaders and strengthen employee performance.\nShe strives for a positive experience for the business and its employees. Miller has a keen eye for the bottom line and is strategic with compensation. Her strengths provide her with the ability to be adaptable to diverse environments and businesses. \nPlease note: Sharing this information is part of Miller’s Capstone Project for Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership (MARL). Learn more about MARL at http://www.marlprogram.org/ . \nRegistration: To register for this webinar\, email gail@mfu.org.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/human-resources-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240603T163622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T163622Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Recap planned in Northfield
DESCRIPTION:Join Farmers Union for legislative recap to learn what happened during the 2024 legislative session. \nWhere: Ole Store\, 101 St. Olaf Ave.\, Northfield \nTime: 6-8 p.m. \nFood:  Heavy appetizers provided. Beverages on your own. \nCost: $10 for members\, $15 non-members \nRSVP by June 13 to gail@mfu.org.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/legislative-recap-planned-in-northfield/
LOCATION:Ole Store\, 101 St. Olaf Ave.\, Northfield\, MN\, 55057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240603T163217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T163247Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Recap planned in Owatonna
DESCRIPTION:Join Farmers Union for legislative recap to learn what happened during the 2024 legislative session. \nWhere: Owatonna Public Utilities\, Morehouse Meeting Room\, 208 S Walnut Ave.\, Owatonna\n \nTime: 2-3:30 p.m. \nFood: Light snacks provided. \nCost: No charge. \nRSVP by June 13 to gail@mfu.org.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/legislative-recap-meeting-planned-in-owatonna/
LOCATION:Owatonna Public Utilities\, 208 S Walnut Ave\, Owatonna\, MN\, 55060\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240603T162618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T162716Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Recap Tour stops in Rochester
DESCRIPTION:Join Farmers Union for legislative recap to learn what happened during the 2024 legislative session. \nWhere: Forager Brewery\, Library Meeting Room\, 1005 6th St NW\, Rochester \nTime: 11:15 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nFood:  Heavy appetizers provided. Beverages on your own – beverages/beer available to purchase \nCost: $10 for members\, $15 non-members \nRSVP by June 13 to gail@mfu.org.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/legislative-recap-tour-stops-in-rochester/
LOCATION:Forager Brewery\, 1005 6th St NW\, Rochester\, MN\, 55901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240603T203247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T193139Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled: SNAP system training
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled due to a lack of pre-registrations. \nCall Gail at 507-202-2042 for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/snap-system-training/
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240306T201641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T201641Z
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SUMMARY:Climate-Ready Woods
DESCRIPTION:As Minnesota’s climate changes\, forests will face pressures from tree diseases and insects\, heavier and more frequent rainfalls\, warmer temperatures and prolonged drought. One way to foster a healthy\, resilient woodland is by adding and encouraging species that are predicted to adapt well to these changes. \nTo help people choose appropriate species for their backyard woods\, UMN Extension used modeled climate response data to create regionally-specific recommendation lists of climate-resilient trees and plants. \nThrough adoption of these recommendation lists\, gardeners and woodland stewards can holistically improve forest health by enhancing the resilience of Minnesota’s woods to climate change. \nOlmsted County SWCD will share the programs available and information about their annual tree sale. \nSpeakers: \n\nAngela S. Gupta\, U of M Forestry Extension Professor and Educator\nAngela White\, Olmsted SWCD District Conservation Technician\n\nTime: Noon to 1 p.m. March 27 \nLocation: Regional Extension Office\, 140 Elton Hills Lane NW\, Rochester\, in basement classroom \nFor more information: Contact Gail Donkers\, gail@mfu.org
URL:https://mfu.org/event/climate-ready-woods/
LOCATION:Extension Regional Office\, Rochester\, 140 Elton Hills Lane NW\, Suite 201\, Rochester\, MN\, 55901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240315T220621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T220621Z
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SUMMARY:CannonBelles Tour & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:What: Join fellow Farmers Union members for a tour of the CannonBelles cheese plant\, with lunch and conversation to follow at their coffee and ice cream shop. \nWhen: March 26\, Tour at 10 a.m.\, Lunch at 11 a.m. \nWhere: Tour: 55 Holiday Ave\, Cannon Falls\, and Lunch: 402 Mill St W\, Cannon Falls. \nFood: Lunch at CannonBelles. Each person responsible for own meal costs. \nRSVP by March 22 to Gail Donkers at 507-202-2042\, gail@mfu.org. \nHosted by: Dakota and Goodhue County Farmers Unions
URL:https://mfu.org/event/cannonbelles-tour-lunch/
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20240116T210301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T210301Z
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: Join Minnesota Senate Ag Chair Sen. Aric Putnam for a Listening Session on Jan. 24 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Zumbrota VFW\, 25 E 1st St.\, Zumbrota.  \nWHY: The goal of the event will be for Chair Putnam to hear directly from farmers about how the legislature can help respond to challenges\, promote rural economic development\, create opportunities for new farmers and otherwise support Minnesota agriculture.  \nWHAT: Come with ideas\, concerns\, problems you’re facing on your farm or opportunities you think lawmakers should be interested in.  \nWHO: All are welcome. No need to RSVP.  \nFOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Gail Donkers at gail@mfu.org or (507) 202-2042 with questions.  \n The 2024 legislative session begins Feb. 12.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/agriculture-listening-session/
LOCATION:Zumbrota VFW\, 25 E 1st St.\, Zumbrota\, MN\, 55992-1555\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20231127T220742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T220931Z
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SUMMARY:Ugly Sweater Social
DESCRIPTION:Dig out your favorite ugly sweater and join your Farmers Union friends for an Ugly Sweater Social from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at South x Southeast Brewing Company\, 51146 US-52\, Pine Island. \nThere’s no charge\, food and drink are on your own. \nBring your ideas for events to host in 2024. \nHosted by Farmers Union organizations in Dodge and Olmsted counties.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/ugly-sweater-social/
LOCATION:South x Southeast Brewing Company\, 51146 US-52\, Pine Island\, MN\, 55963\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230921T214146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T214146Z
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SUMMARY:Wabasha County Convention
DESCRIPTION:Wabasha County Farmers Union will hold its annual convention at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 28 at  The Basic Place\, 312 Center St E\, Hammond. \nA roast beef meal will be served. \nContact Eddie Jostock or Gail Donkers for more information. \n 
URL:https://mfu.org/event/wabasha-county-convention/
LOCATION:The Basic Place\, 312 Center St E\, Hammond\, MN\, 55991\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230804T202851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T203351Z
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SUMMARY:Farmers Union Night at Buck & Honey's
DESCRIPTION:Farmers Union night at Buck & Honey’s. Hear from the owners about their new adventure\, walk the path through the sunflowers\, and visit with your MFU friends. Bring a vase of water along and take home a sunflower or two.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/farmers-union-night-at-buck-honeys/
LOCATION:Buck & Honey’s
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230705T203513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T203545Z
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SUMMARY:Dodge County Lunch-N-Learn in Wasioja
DESCRIPTION:Join Dodge County Historical Society member Jim Checkel for a tour of the last remaining Civil War Recruiting Station west of the Mississippi River and the ruins of the seminary\, one of the first colleges in the state of Minnesota. \nThe Recruiting Station was built as a law office for James George\, a Mexican War veteran who went on to lead many Wasioja men in battle during the Civil War. It was after some particularly patriotic speeches that many students at the seminary marched to George’s law office to sign up for service in the Civil War. \nAfter the war\, the town\, which once rivaled Rochester in size\, began to shrink as many men didn’t return. \nContact Gail Donkers for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/dodge-county-lunch-n-learn-in-wasioja/
LOCATION:Wasioja Civil War Recruiting Station\, 60115 210th Ave\, Dodge Center\, MN\, 55927\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T201500
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230707T135311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T171006Z
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SUMMARY:Dakota County Farmers Union annual convention
DESCRIPTION:The Dakota County Farmers Union annual convention is 6 p.m. July 31 at the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm\, 16965 Brandtjen Farm Drive\, Lakeville\, in the big white barn. Watch for the blue Farmers Union signs for directions. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. \nJoe Atkins\, Dakota County Commissioner will speak on “Dakota County At Its Best.” Atkins is informative and entertaining. \nContact Linda Larson at 612.554.9963 or dcfunews@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/dakota-county-farmers-union-annual-convention/
LOCATION:Spirit of Brandtjen Farm\, 16965 Brandtjen Farm Drive\, Lakeville\, MN\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Larson":MAILTO:dcfunews@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230623T175513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T175555Z
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SUMMARY:Winona County Farmers Union Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Winona County Farmers Union annual convention is noon July 25 at Bonnie Rae’s Café\, 108 Main St.\, Rollingstone. \nDinner is on your own\, order off the menu. \nContact Steve Simon or Gail Donkers for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/winona-county-farmers-union-convention/
LOCATION:Bonnie Rae’s Cafe\, 108 Main St\, Rollingstone\, MN\, 55969\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230623T174809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T174809Z
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SUMMARY:Rice County Farmers Union Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Rice County Farmers Union annual convention is July 18 at Keepsake Cidery\, 609 135th St. E.\, Dundas. \nThe event begins with social time at 5:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 6 p.m. and the meeting follows. \nContact Steven Read or Gail Donkers for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/rice-county-farmers-union-convention/
LOCATION:Keepsake Cidery\, 4609 135th St. E\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230609T162643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T162643Z
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SUMMARY:Goodhue County Farmers Union Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Goodhue County Farmers Union annual convention is 6:30 p.m. July 10 at Area 57 Coffee Cafe\, 125 Main St.\, Wanamingo. \nEmail gail@mfu.org for more information.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/goodhue-county-farmers-union-convention/
LOCATION:Area 57 CoffeeCafe\, 125 Main Street\, Wanamingo\, Minnesota\, 55983\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T231448
CREATED:20230609T194325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T213127Z
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SUMMARY:Dodge County Lunch-N-Learn with garlic
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dodge County Farmers Union for a Lunch-N-Learn at noon July 10 at the Tom and Maria Coffman Farm\, 56115 120th Ave.\, West Concord. \nBring your questions and learn more about raising garlic. \nPlease RSVP to Gail Donkers.
URL:https://mfu.org/event/dodge-county-lunch-n-learn-with-master-gardeners/
LOCATION:Tom and Maria Coffman farm\, 56115 120th Ave\, West Concord\, MN\, 55985\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Donkers":MAILTO:gail@mfu.org
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