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Amulet Bag Making Class & New Collection
February 21st, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM; ACEnet client Talcon -Quinn is offering a class on amulet bag making from sustainably and ethically sourced, naturally tanned deerskin. Class space is limited to five and registration is required by midnight on February 14th.
 Students will learn the basic stitching of brain tanned buckskin, how to make cordage & gain some insight into why traditional cultures round the globe created amulet bags to help keep them safe.
Class will be taught via Zoom. Leather sewing awls & buckskin material are required for this class. Materials will be mailed to students once registration is confirmed ($8 shipping fee).
For fees & more information:
Also, don't forget to check out Talcon's newly dropped "Shot Through the Heart" collection!  Everything in the collection is marked at their lowest prices & many pieces are a limited run The collection will also include the addition of a new potion to the apothecary. Jewelry & leather orders outside of the collection can receive a 14% discount with the code: HEARTS Check out "Shot Through the Heart" here:
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ACEnet at OEFFA
 Happening in 2 weeks: Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association (OEFFA)'s 42nd Annual Conference! OEFFA's can't-miss (virtual) conference offers up to six days of learning, sharing, and networking for farmers, gardeners, homesteaders, and others committed to local food, sustainable agriculture, and green living.
Beyond of all the top-notch education this conference will provide, the Socio app and online event platform easily allow you to join by computer or phone, organize your schedule, interact with vendors, message other attendees, play games, share contact information, and re-watch recorded sessions.
Best part? ACEnet's own Director of Programs, Leslie Schaller, will be presenting on Expanding Appalachia Ohio's Artisanal Meat Production! Please join this inspiring community of food and farm advocates to learn, engage, and build a strong food chain!
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Grants for Arts Organizations
Arts Midwest has announced the launch of new granting program called the GIG (Grow, Invest, Gather) Fund, designed to provide support to arts organizations as they re-build and re-imagine during the continued uncertainty caused by COVID-19.
The GIG Fund builds upon Arts Midwest's touring grants program, which in various forms over the last 35 years has given grants to performing arts organizations across the Midwest to support touring dance, music, and theater performances. However, the challenges of COVID-19 have brought the touring circuit almost to a halt. To respond to these changes in the Midwest creative sector, the GIG Fund will offer financial support to arts and culture organizations that helps them build a bridge towards presenting touring artists in the future.
Arts Midwest will host an informational webinar about the GIG Fund on March 2, 2021 at 12PM:
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ACEnet Food Ventures Business Moving Into
Rocky Outdoor Gear Store in Nelsonville!
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Sustainable Agriculture Program Seeking Mentors
Rural Action's Sustainable Agriculture program is gathering a list of mentors to support beginning farmers in our region. Mentorship responsibilities may include one-on-one phone calls, meetings with a mentee, presenting on a topic to a large group online or in-person, offering feedback on the plans and ideas of mentees, and sharing insight about operating a small farm or food business. Mentors commit to a set amount of time that is negotiated beforehand & will be compensated at a rate that will depend on each project budget. By filling out this form you are not committing to any particular program; Rural Action will reach out to you to gauge your interest in presenting or mentoring as programs arise.
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Healthy Living For Your Brain & Body
Effective Communication Strategies
Understanding Alz & Dementia
Ten Warning Signs
Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors
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Caregiver Series: Early Stage Caregiver Series: Middle Stage Caregiver Series: Late Stage |
Programs are free. Participate by phone or computer. Pre-registration required. Click on links above, visit alz.org/crf or call our 24/7 Helpline - 800-272-3900 to Register.
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Relief Resources for Artists, Farmers, Food Service & Retail, Individuals, Nonprofits & Small Businesses
ACenet is maintaining & regularly updating our Relief Resources web page. It includes funding relief resources for artists, farmers, food service & retail businesses, individuals, nonprofits & small businesses in general. If you have any questions or would like assistance applying for any funding packages, please contact LeslieS@acenetworks.org.
 ACEnet facilities, including the Food Ventures Center in Athens & the Food & Farm Enterprise Center in Nelsonville are and will remain open until further notice. ACEnet staff is available (remotely) for our various business counseling services.
Please email your needs to LeslieS@acenetworks.org and you will be connected with a staff member who can assist you.
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Upcoming Events
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Athens Farmers Market takes places every Saturday and Wednesday at the Market on East State. For more information & information on becoming a vendor, see the Athens Farmers Market website.
Wednesday, February 10th - Monday, February 15th, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
OEFFA 42nd Annual Conference (Virtual). OEFFA's virtual conference offers up to six days of learning, sharing, and networking for farmers, gardeners, homesteaders, and others committed to local food, sustainable agriculture, and green living. This online event will feature educational workshop video sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, in-depth Food and Farm School classes, an interactive virtual trade show, and fun and engaging networking opportunities. More info & registration:
Thursday, February 11th, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Webinar: Entertainment, Covid Style, presented by Aaron Thomans, aka DJ A-Roc, who will share ways the Coid-19 pandemic forced him to shift his business model to provide a very necessary service - virtual events. Join ACEnet on Facebook Live or at this Zoom link: https://US02WEB.ZOOM.US/J/82155214890 ________________________________________________________________________________________
ACEnet is excited to collaborate on a series of webinars with our long term partner in Perry County, Southern Perry Incubation Center for Entrepreneurs (SPICE). SPICE is a private non-profit in Perry County, Ohio that helps residents of Perry County start or expand successful micro-enterprises and has assisted 2281 individuals since inception in 2005. This spring we will be offering four workshops online using Zoom for remote attendance. Participants who may not have a great internet connection can also attend the workshop at the SPICE office in New Straitsville and view the series in a socially distanced setting.
Wednesday, February 3rd; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Webinar: Understanding the Ohio Cottage Food Law, presented by ACEnet Director of Programs, Leslie Schaller. This webinar will cover the requirements to produce a cottage food product produced at home. ACEnet staff will also share tips on developing inexpensive and attractive labels and choosing the best packaging options. Register here: https://spiceohio.com/2021/01/27/understanding-the-law-of-cottage-food/
Wednesday, February 17th; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Webinar: Value Added Food Product Development in a Shared-use Kitchen, presented by ACEnet Food Enterprise Coordinator, Adam Kody & Director of Programs, Leslie Schaller. Having access to a state and federally-licensed production facility can make a tremendous difference in taking your value-added product to the next level. ACEnet staff will discuss all of the advantages that working with a shared-use kitchen incubator can provide to your business. They will provide an overview on how local food entrepreneurs and farmers can produce commercial food products in ACEnet facilities in Athens and Nelsonville, and will showcase the equipment, facilities and staff support you would receive launching a new food business. Register here: https://spiceohio.com/food-product-development-in-a-shared-use-kitchen/
Wednesday, March 3rd; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Webinar: Introduction to Food Entrepreneurship, presented by ACEnet Director of Programs, Leslie Schaller. Do you dream of starting a food business? Do you hear praise from your friends and family on your wonderful recipes? This webinar will help walk you through all the things you need to consider when setting up a food business. To register, call SPICE at 740-394-2200 or email LeslieS@acenetworks.org
Wednesday, March 17th; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Webinar: Using Social Media to Promote your Food Business, presented by ACEnet staff & guest presenters. Learn from experienced food entrepreneurs ways to manage social media accounts. Social media is a great way to get regular information about your products and engage with your customers. Presented will share tools and tips of how to choose the best platforms, how often to post and how engagement can lead to sales. To register, call SPICE at 740-394-2200 or email LeslieS@acenetworks.org
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Did You Know?
Did you know that Kroger has a community rewards program much like Amazon Smile? If you sign up for Kroger Community Rewards & designate ACEnet as your nonprofit of choice they'll donate a percentage of the money you spend on groceries to us!
You may need to renew your choice if it's been a while. Go to Kroger Community Rewards and search for ACE NET (needs to have the space), after you choose us, Kroger donates to us every time you shop!
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