New Connecticut Farmer Alliance to Host CT NOFA Winter Conference After-Hours Social Event
March 14, 2024
Join us after the conference for food, drink, and the New Connecticut Farmer Alliance famous Cabbage Moth Story Hour! Farmers are invited to take the stage and share a farm-related story: the time you had to chase your chickens across town, your craziest farm injury, your moment of agricultural inspiration, etc. Time limit is 8 minutes.
This gathering will take place at the Windham Textile Museum — a short drive from Eastern’s campus: 411 Main St., Willimantic CT, 06226
And don’t forget to join us the week of March 18-23 for our 42nd annual Winter Conference, featuring two days of virtual workshops in the lead up to a full day of workshops, food, fellowship, and more! Check out everything happening at this year’s conference and register today!
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