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FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 1d

Do not miss this one-of-a-kind culinary experience 🍽️

Bold Flavours: A Radicchio Pop-up Event with Chef Andrea Carlson at Michelin-starred Burdock & Co.

Seats are limited. Grab your ticket before it’s too late! 🎟️ www.eventbrite.ca/e/bold-flavo...

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 1d

🍴 Thank you, Chateau Victoria, for donating this WOW Raffle prize!

Included with your stay: $100 gift card for Vista 18, Victoria’s rooftop restaurant with breathtaking views. 🌅✨
🎟 Ends Nov 24 | 🎉 Draw Nov 25
👉 farmfolkcityfolk.rafflenexus.com/a/sm

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 2d

This week we will be in Hazelton! 🍂

Join WoodGrain Farm and Short Season Seeds at Kispiox Valley on Friday, October 18, from 11 AM to 2 PM for a hands-on mobile seed cleaning experience.

Bring your seeds, explore the equipment, and connect with your local growers. 🌱✨

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 7d

The 2025 BC Seed Gathering is Nov 27th and 28th in Harrison Hot Springs 🌱 Do you have your tickets?

This is a biennial event, so don't miss out on your chance to attend this year!

Purchase your tickets here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/2025-bc-se...

Thank you to our sponsor Salt Spring Seed Sanctuary.

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 8d

🌿 Hello Parksville! 🌿

Our mobile seed cleaner is stopping at the MAC Community Garden on Sunday, October 12 from 10 AM to 2 PM.

Bring your seeds, try out the equipment, and discover the magic of seed saving with your community.

✨ Learn more about our 2025 tour at farmfolkcityfolk.ca/seedcleaner

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 9d

Celebrate seed saving at Beban Park with the Nanaimo Community Gardens Society

Bring your seeds and join the Nanaimo Community Gardens Society to learn about seed security

📍 Beban Park, Learning Gardens
📅 Sat, Oct 11
🕐 1 PM – 3 PM

💡 Learn more about our 2025 tour: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/seedcleaner

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 10d

🍴 Indulge at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery! From wine country breakfasts to a 3-course dinner at the Sonora Room, every bite is fresh & local. 🥂✨

🎟 Ends Nov 24 | 🎉 Draw Nov 25
👉 farmfolkcityfolk.rafflenexus.com/a/sm

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Young Agrarians @youngagrarians.bsky.social · 14d

Registration is open for How to Start Farming: An Introductory Course for the Farm Curious!

This online course digs into farming fundamentals and provides practical insights into how you can get involved in farming.

Learn more and enroll here: youngagrarians.org/courses/how-...

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FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 13d

🎉✨ Congrats to Michalina Hunter! ✨🎉

Michalina entered our poster contest with a beautiful photo of fava beans. The public voted, and now her photo is featured on the official poster for the 2025 BC Seed Gathering! 🎨

Get your tickets for the 2025 BC Seed Gathering: www.eventbrite.ca/e/2025-bc-se...

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FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 14d

Join us at the Dunster Community Hall for seed cleaning and a tomato seed saving workshop 🍅💬

Get tomato seed saving tips and tricks from Pete Amyoony, and try out some seed cleaning equipment 🙌

📅 Sunday, October 5
🕙 1 PM – 4 PM

🌱 Learn more about our 2025 tour: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/seedcleaner

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 14d

🌊 Thank you Prestige Hotels & Resorts for donating this WOW Raffle prize!

2 nights at your choice of 1 of 14 BC locations, including the beautiful waterfront Sooke property. Adventure, family fun, and wellness await! 🌲✨

🎟 Ends Nov 24 | 🎉 Draw Nov 25
👉 farmfolkcityfolk.rafflenexus.com/a/sm

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 15d

Join us for the Bitter Harvest Field Day! 🌿
📅 Friday, October 17 | 1–4 PM
📍 Fraser Common Farm Co-op, Glorious Organics, Aldergrove

Free to attend, spaces are limited.

💚 Registration required – sign up here: form-can.keela.co/bitter-harve...

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 15d

We are excited to join the harvest market at Three Seeds Farm and Starbaby Farm on the unceded territories of the Lheidli t'enneh, for a fun day of seed cleaning and supporting local producers and artisans.

📍 1679 Foreman Rd, Prince George
📅 October 3rd, 3PM - 6PM

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 20d

🍇 New prize this year! Thank you, Burrowing Owl Estate Winery 🌿✨
🏡 2 nights in the Guest House
🍳 Daily breakfasts
🍷 Wine tastings for 2
🥂 3-course wine-paired dinner

🎟 Ends Nov 24 | 🎉 Draw Nov 25
👉 farmfolkcityfolk.rafflenexus.com/a/smb

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 20d

Discover seed cleaning in Denman Island and explore equipment that helps protect seed security

Bring your seeds, check out the equipment, and learn about seed saving and seed security

📍 Community Hall
📅 Sat, Sept 27
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM

✨ Learn more about our 2025 tour: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/seedcleaner

The biennial BC Seed Gathering is a place for farmers, gardeners, students, and seed community activists to come together to learn and share

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 22d

Today is your last chance to bid in our Virtual Feast of Fields Silent Auction!

Every bid brings you closer to an unforgettable experience while supporting local food systems 🌱

The auction ends tonight at midnight. Explore the full prize list + place your bids: www.32auctions.com/feastoffield...

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 22d

The Fall 2025 WOW Raffle is in full swing! Purchase tickets before tonight, Sept. 24, at 11:59 pm to be entered in an Early Bird draw for 2 tickets to a Feast of Fields 2026 🥂

Follow the link to purchase your tickets and learn more about our other prizes: farmfolkcityfolk.rafflenexus.com/a/sm

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · 29d

Have you got your early-bird ticket yet? This is your chance to join a vibrant gathering of seed enthusiasts, farmers, and changemakers.

Early-bird pricing won't last—grab your spot now!

🎟️ www.eventbrite.ca/e/2025-bc-se...

2025 BC Seed Gathering

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FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · Sep 16

🎉 Our 2025 WOW Raffle is here 🎉 Win dream getaways across BC, from Whistler and Vancouver to Victoria and wine country 🍷

🌟 Purchase your tickets soon to be entered to win our Early Bird Prizes.

For a full prize list and to purchase tickets: farmfolkcityfolk.rafflenexus.com/a/sm

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FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · Sep 12

🌱 Bitter Harvest Field Day 🌱
Friday, October 17 | 1–4 PM
📍 At Glorious Organics in Aldergrove

Free to attend, spaces are limited.

👉 Registration required – sign up today: form-can.keela.co/bitter-harve...

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · Sep 12

Meet us in Grindrod for a day of seed cleaning 🌱✨

Bring your dry seed and get to know other seed savers in the community 🙌

📍 Green Croft Gardens
📅 Monday, September 15
🕚 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Register at: docs.google.com/forms/d/1mqG...

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · Sep 11

🍇 Missed your chance to snag a General Admission ticket to Okanagan Feast of Fields? Do not worry ✨ You can still be part of the magic by volunteering 🌿

📅 Sunday, September 21
📍 Luckhurst Farm and Distillery

👉 Apply now: form-can.keela.co/ok-fof-volun...

Honey & Herbs Farm Tour & Bee to Plate Culinary Showcase - FarmFolk CityFolk

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · Sep 11

Join us on Sunday, September 28th for a nourishing afternoon at Bulkley Valley Hive & Honey!

📍 Bulkley Valley Hive and Honey | 1-4 PM
🎟️ Sliding scale tickets — register at farmfolkcityfolk.ca/event/honey-...

Curious about local honey and herbs? Join us for an inspiring afternoon of connection with local food producers, community members, knowledge keepers, aspiring growers, and land stewards. Discover the...

FarmFolk CityFolk @farmfolkcityfolk.bsky.social · Sep 10

🌾 The Mobile Seed Cleaning Tour is coming to Kamloops!

📍 Mount Paul Community Food Centre – 140 Laburnum St., Kamloops
📅 Saturday, September 13
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Register at: docs.google.com/forms/d/1WHO...