BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Genuine Skagit Valley - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Genuine Skagit Valley REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T130000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240411T200338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T200343Z UID:10000364-1724493600-1724504400@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:WWAA's 3rd Annual Farm Show DESCRIPTION:Join the Western Washington Agricultral Association for a fun-filled day at Schuh Farms where you can experience the best of farm life. Get ready for pedal-tractor rides\, seeing farm animal friends\, and delicious farm-fresh treats. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet local farmers and learn about Western Washington agriculture. \n\n\n\nAdditional activities include a large display of contemporary and vintage tractors\, trucks\, and other agriculture equipment. Sample the freshly made vanilla ice-cream that is churned via a tractor. Enjoy the lawn-sized Jenga game\, cornhole\, “Molehill Mountain” play area\, and more! \n\n\n\nA fresh from the farm BBQ lunch will be available for purchase. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a farm enthusiast or just looking for a family-friendly outing\, this event is perfect for all ages. Come and enjoy a day in the sun surrounded by the beauty of the farm. \n\n\n\nSee you there!  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPhoto couresy of Western Washington Agriculture Association URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/wwaas-3rd-annual-farm-show/ LOCATION:Schuh Farms\, 15565 WA-536\, Mount Vernon\, WA\, 98273\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T180000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240729T170426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T224258Z UID:10000365-1724162400-1724176800@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Farmstand Fresh Bike Tour DESCRIPTION:Embark on a 17-mile excursion on your bike through Skagit Valley and meet with the farmers responsible for the abundant roadside stands in our region. Along the way\, savor fresh food samples and soak in breathtaking vistas of the San Juan Islands\, Olympic Coast Range\, and North Cascades. The tour lasts for 4 hours\, from 2-6 pm. You will visit Bow Hill Blueberries\, Samish Bay Cheese\, Mesman Farm\, and Hedlin’s Family Farm. To extend the good times\, you can enjoy a 10% discount at Terramar Brewstillery after the ride. You have the option of bringing your own bike or asking us for recommendations on where to rent one. ⁠The tour is also offered on 8/29.⁠Genuine Skagit Valley is delighted to collaborate with Bike Northwest\, a program operated by Experience International located in Bellingham\, WA. Bike Northwest’s objective is to establish connections between people and local farmers and food systems\, promote bike travel\, and highlight those who are committed to safeguarding our land’s resources. They have successfully organized numerous bike tours in Skagit and Whatcom counties\, ensuring unforgettable experiences exploring farms and food.⁠ \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER TODAY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit Skagit’s roadside stands with FARMSTAND FRESH URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/farmstand-fresh-bike-tour/ ORGANIZER;CN="Bike Northwest":MAILTO:studytours@expint.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240630T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240630T151500 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240328T021617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T021623Z UID:10000349-1719756000-1719760500@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Community Tea Ceremony at Bow Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:With\n\n\n\nAlyssa Voelker\n\n\n\n\n\nTea Ceremony is a practice that connects us with nature\, ourselves\, and each other. Tea is a sweet\, gentle elixir for our hearts that reminds us to slow down and simply be. We will sip tea together in silence\, creating space for meditative contemplation\, presence\, and harmony.The tea we will drink is wild or organic and is cultivated with great care. While the ritual may remain the same\, no two ceremonies are alike. That’s where you come in! Each person is sure to have a unique experience\, but magic is created in the moments we share. There will be time for discussion and reflections at the end\, if you feel called.*Please note that this Tea Ceremony will be floor seating only. There will be bolsters and supported back floor chairs available for use.\n\n\n\n$35\n\n\n\n10% off with membership\n\n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/community-tea-ceremony-at-bow-sanctuary-4/ LOCATION:Bow Sanctuary\, 3533 Chuckanut Drive\, Bow\, WA\, 98232\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240111T210146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T210150Z UID:10000293-1719046800-1719075600@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:A ROSY DAY OUT! 21ST ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF THE ROSE DESCRIPTION:We are eagerly anticipating celebrating our 21st Annual Rose Festival under the big tent centered in the charming Schoolhouse Rose Garden. This annual festival is beloved by the gardening community\, and we always enjoy rose-related conversations throughout the day. This year\, we will have wonderful discussions to attend and hope to see you in the gardens.  \n\n\n\n“A Rosy Day Out” includes a community rose display and competition in the Schoolhouse\, an ice cream social in the afternoon\, and opportunities to sit together with like-minded gardeners in the Schoolhouse Rose Garden while listening to keynote speakers. This year\, we will celebrate garden roses\, showcase a community rose display and friendly rose competition and of course\, offer tips\, tricks\, and experienced knowledge on rose care. At  3 p.m.\, our favorite “Rose Buds” Ciscoe and John\, will enthusiastically share their favorite rose companions…and give away plants too!  \n\n\n\nEnter Your Garden Roses in Our Community Rose Display & Competition \n\n\n\nIt is a joy to grow roses. It is even more fulfilling to share lovely garden roses with friends and neighbors. If you have a  rose growing in your garden that is especially fragrant or beautiful to admire\, we encourage you to enter Christianson’s  Community Rose Display. Every June during our Rose Festival\, we extend invitations to all rose gardeners to submit their roses to be voted on in the following categories: Best in Show\, Best Fragrant Rose\, and Best Floral Display incorporating perennials with roses. Ciscoe and John will announce the winners and award them each a $50 gift certificate after their 3:00 p.m. presentation under the tent. Entries must be submitted between 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. on the day of the Festival. A large part of our Rose Festival’s success is our volunteers who represent Skagit’s Tri-Valley Rose  Society. For years\, they have contributed to and managed the Community Rose Display in the Schoolhouse. A special thanks to all the volunteers for their outstanding efforts and continued enthusiasm for garden roses.   \n\n\n\nA Schedule of Rosy Events \n\n\n\n9 a.m. – 6 p.m.  Self-guided tour of our Schoolhouse Rose Garden  \n\n\n\n9 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Community Rose Display entry submissions  \n\n\n\n11:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Walking tour with Marianne Binetti discussing happy plant marriages in the Schoolhouse Rose Garden \n\n\n\n10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tri-Valley Rose Society members available for rose advice  \n\n\n\n1 p.m.-2 p.m. Rose Workshop with Triple Wren Farms owner and flower grower\, Sarah Pabody \n\n\n\n2 p.m. Ice Cream Social  \n\n\n\n3 p.m.-4 p.m. “Roses Through the Years” with Ciscoe Morris and John Christianson URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/a-rosy-day-out-21st-annual-celebration-of-the-rose/ LOCATION:Christianson’s Nursery\, 15806 Best Road\, Mt Vernon\, WA\, 98273\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240616T170000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240111T202029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T202034Z UID:10000285-1718352000-1718557200@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Berry Dairy Days Celebration DESCRIPTION:Although it started as the “Strawberry Festival”\, Berry Dairy Days has been a consistent part of the community for the past 86 years! Berry Dairy Days continues to celebrate Burlington’s history\, agriculture\, farming\, traditions and community. \n\n\n\nCelebrating 87 years in June 2024! More information coming soon! URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/berry-dairy-days-4/ LOCATION:Burlington Chamber of Commerce\, 520 East Fairhaven Ave\, Burlington\, WA\, 98233\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T140000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240201T194135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T194142Z UID:10000312-1717927200-1717941600@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Farmer's Market at the Vinery DESCRIPTION:Located next door from the iconic Christianson’s Nursery\,  “The Vinery”\, hosts a local Skagit Valley Farmers Market on Sundays from May 26th until autumn. The area The Vinery stands operated as a stationary pea vining site from the 1940s to the 1960s\, inviting the name “The Vinery”. Visit the kid and dog friendly market for locally made goods\, Skagit Valley produce\, and much more. URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/skagit-valley-farmers-market-at-the-vinery-18/ LOCATION:Christianson’s Nursery\, 15806 Best Road\, Mt Vernon\, WA\, 98273\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Skagit Valley Farmer's Market":MAILTO:SkagitValleyFarmersMarket@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T150000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240328T030210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T030221Z UID:10000362-1717498800-1717513200@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Island Health Farmstand DESCRIPTION:Island Health’s Morale\, Wellness & Recognition Committee is excited to host their 18th annual Farm Stand season! The Island Health Farm Stand will run Tuesdays\, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for fourteen weeks and is open to the employees of Island Health as well as the Anacortes community. \n\n\n\nSchuh Farms will be providing Fresh-to-Go bags consisting of 4-5 produce items changing weekly based on what is fresh from the farm.  These are a grab-‘n-go bag for you to pick-up fresh items from Farm Stand and ensures that you will receive the top-quality produce available. \n\n\n\nBreads and baked goods from Water Tank Bakery\, produce and herbs from Ebb & Flow Herb Farm and mushrooms from Dog Island Mushrooms will also be available. \n\n\n\nPlease see Island Health’s website to sign up for a to-go bag or contact with any questions. URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/island-health-farmstand-12/ ORGANIZER;CN="Island Health":MAILTO:farmstand@islandhospital.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240603T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240603T150000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20230323T194853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T191652Z UID:10000086-1717419600-1717426800@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:GSV Promise Learning Session DESCRIPTION:Genuine Skagit Valley members and supporters are invited to the complimentary GSV Promise Learning Session. Participants learn how to apply\, leverage and deliver on the GSV Mark within their own businesses\, while taking away a deeper understanding of the GSV agricultural Promise and strategy. Utilize the paradigm shifts occurring in the marketplace that enhance the image\, perception and ultimate success of agriculture in the Skagit Valley.  \n\n\n\nFounder/Chairman of BrandStrategy\, Inc.\, Duane Knapp\, will lead the session. As a globally recognized brand expert and published author\, Duane has advised on thousands of brands worldwide. His specific expertise includes food and beverage products\, including such related clients as QFC\, Associated Grocers\, Pacific Foods\, Restaurants Unlimited\, Sunkist and Darigold to name a very few.  \n\n\n\nHear what previous session participants have shared after attending the event: \n\n\n\n“I am so excited about Genuine Skagit Valley and the future of it. I am even more excited now that I attended!” \n\n\n\n“Great info. as to the entire process of Genuine Skagit Valley” \n\n\n\n“Duane delivered a very thorough message – people make this happen – discussions in small groups shared with others – building the stories.” \n\n\n\n“Let’s do it again; really enjoyed the connections and presentation. Thank youDuane\, Blake & Port of Skagit!” \n\n\n\n“At the risk of sounding gushy\, I want to say – the time spent in the room with you who are part of making the magic happen here in the Skagit\, well\, it left me feeling all gooey and fullhearted about how special this place is that we live. It left me with the good feeling that we’d been discussing that very afternoon. Thank you for that gift!” \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Blake Vanfield at info@genuineskagitvalley.com by May 31st. Coffee and a selection of GSV member cheeses\, breads\, pastries\, ciders and more will be provided. This is an in-person event at the Port of Skagit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/gsv-promise-learning-session-2/ LOCATION:Port of Skagit Hearing Room\, 15400 Airport Drive\, Burlington\, WA\, 98233\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Genuine Skagit Valley":MAILTO:info@genuineskagitvalley.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T140000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240201T192652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T192659Z UID:10000311-1717322400-1717336800@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Farmer's Market at the Vinery DESCRIPTION:Located next door from the iconic Christianson’s Nursery\,  “The Vinery”\, hosts a local Skagit Valley Farmers Market on Sundays from May 26th until autumn. The area The Vinery stands operated as a stationary pea vining site from the 1940s to the 1960s\, inviting the name “The Vinery”. Visit the kid and dog friendly market for locally made goods\, Skagit Valley produce\, and much more. URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/skagit-valley-farmers-market-at-the-vinery-17/ LOCATION:Christianson’s Nursery\, 15806 Best Road\, Mt Vernon\, WA\, 98273\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Skagit Valley Farmer's Market":MAILTO:SkagitValleyFarmersMarket@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T151500 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240328T021134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T021139Z UID:10000348-1716732000-1716736500@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Community Tea Ceremony at Bow Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:With\n\n\n\nAlyssa Voelker\n\n\n\n\n\nTea Ceremony is a practice that connects us with nature\, ourselves\, and each other. Tea is a sweet\, gentle elixir for our hearts that reminds us to slow down and simply be. We will sip tea together in silence\, creating space for meditative contemplation\, presence\, and harmony.The tea we will drink is wild or organic and is cultivated with great care. While the ritual may remain the same\, no two ceremonies are alike. That’s where you come in! Each person is sure to have a unique experience\, but magic is created in the moments we share. There will be time for discussion and reflections at the end\, if you feel called.*Please note that this Tea Ceremony will be floor seating only. There will be bolsters and supported back floor chairs available for use.\n\n\n\n$35\n\n\n\n10% off with membership\n\n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/community-tea-ceremony-at-bow-sanctuary-3/ LOCATION:Bow Sanctuary\, 3533 Chuckanut Drive\, Bow\, WA\, 98232\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T140000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240201T192524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T192528Z UID:10000310-1716717600-1716732000@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Farmer's Market at the Vinery DESCRIPTION:Located next door from the iconic Christianson’s Nursery\,  “The Vinery”\, hosts a local Skagit Valley Farmers Market on Sundays from May 26th until autumn. The area The Vinery stands operated as a stationary pea vining site from the 1940s to the 1960s\, inviting the name “The Vinery”. Visit the kid and dog friendly market for locally made goods\, Skagit Valley produce\, and much more. URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/skagit-valley-farmers-market-at-the-vinery-16/ LOCATION:Christianson’s Nursery\, 15806 Best Road\, Mt Vernon\, WA\, 98273\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Skagit Valley Farmer's Market":MAILTO:SkagitValleyFarmersMarket@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260522T182907 CREATED:20240201T201710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T202541Z UID:10000316-1716627600-1716645600@genuineskagitvalley.com SUMMARY:Anacortes Farmer's Market DESCRIPTION:Visit the Anacortes Farmer’s Market this season! Featuring local produce\, dairy\, wild-harvested seafood\, organic local beef\, handmade treats\, locally produced wine\, food trucks\, and lots of handmade crafts. URL:https://genuineskagitvalley.com/event/anacortes-farmers-market-28/ LOCATION:Anacortes Farmer’s Market\, 611 R Avenue\, Anacortes\, WA\, 98221\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR