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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T120000
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20251007T233625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T233625Z
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SUMMARY:Restoring Our Waters Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Iowa’s rivers\, lakes and wetlands are essential to the state’s environment\, economy and way of life. Join our panel of experts to learn more about TNC’s transformational strategies for restoring and protecting these vital resources for generations to come. We’ll highlight our collaborative\, science-based approach to freshwater conservation\, regenerative agriculture and policy work to create lasting impact across Iowa.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/restoring-our-waters-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Nutrient management,Webinar,Wetland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251024T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20251020T210955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T210955Z
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SUMMARY:Albert Lea Seed Cover Crop Plot Tour
DESCRIPTION:Please join Albert Lea Seed—along with co-sponsors Practical Farmers of Iowa and Rodale Institute—for a cover crop plot tour\, featuring 34 species\, 45 varieties\, and 15 mixes that were planted in late August. See for yourself how new products and long-time favorites are performing in the field. Hillary Olson\, State Soil Health Specialist with the Iowa NRCS\, will also present on the role cover crops play in soil health. Lunch is included if you RSVP.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/albert-lea-seed-cover-crop-plot-tour/
LOCATION:Ames\, Ames\, IA
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251024T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20251006T140217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T140217Z
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SUMMARY:She Creates: Rural
DESCRIPTION:This conference is for rural women at every stage of business\, whether you’re running a thriving Main Street storefront\, growing a side hustle\, building a service-based enterprise\, or preparing to take the leap into full-time ownership. Together\, rural women are fueling Main Street\, strengthening local economies\, and driving change in rural America. Few spaces offer this level of meaningful connection\, collaboration\, and business growth.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/she-creates-rural/
LOCATION:Ankeny\, Ankeny\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250924T212339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212339Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Farmer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This annual event brings beginning farmers together to network\, plan and discuss ways to improve their farms while helping to build a sense of community among this fast-growing farming demographic.The 2025 Beginning Farmer Retreat’s theme is land access.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/beginning-farmer-retreat/
LOCATION:Montour\, Montour\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250924T173649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141731Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health and Livestock: The above and below ground benefits
DESCRIPTION:Must RSVP by Oct 15. Join us for a unique regional training highlighting the science\, management\, and soil health benefits of integrating livestock into the farm. The workshop is led by ISU Extension in collaboration with the Soil Health Nexus. We welcome agriculture & conservation professionals as well as farmers\, landowners and students to attend.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/soil-health-and-livestock-the-above-and-below-ground-benefits/
LOCATION:Ames\, Ames\, IA
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Field day,Livestock,No till and strip till,Nutrient management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20251002T194127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141738Z
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SUMMARY:Forestry on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Learning Farms will host “Forestry On Tap\,” Tuesday\, October 21st from 6-7 p.m. at Wilson’s Orchard and Farm near Iowa City with complimentary food and beverages available for purchase beginning at 5:30pm. \n  \n The event will provide local farmers\, current and future landowners and urban residents with a chance to discuss and ask questions about conservation practices aimed to improve water quality and soil health\, as well as managing risk from weather variability and climate change. There will be an opportunity for networking following the event. To ensure adequate space and food\, please RSVP by October 14 by calling 515-294-5429 or email ilf@iastate.edu.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/forestry-on-tap/
LOCATION:Iowa City\, Iowa City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Field day,Habitat,NE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251020T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251020T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20251020T211212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T211212Z
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SUMMARY:Continuum Ag: TopSoil Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Continuum Ag CEO Mitchell Hora as he hosts real estate expert and author Johnny Klemme for a discussion on farmland transition and legacy planning. Johnny will share insights from his new book\, American Family Farmland: Preserving Values & Creating Wealth\, helping farm families navigate buying\, selling\, or passing down their land with confidence. Register here.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/continuum-ag-topsoil-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,No till and strip till,Nutrient management,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20251007T234107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T234107Z
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SUMMARY:Deadline: Iowa Cover Crop Free FFA Seed
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Cover Crop is giving away FREE cover crop seed through their Future is Covered program. FFA chapters can request up to 10 acres worth of cereal rye or oats to use for student projects\, plots\, or demos. Seed is delivered to your school at no cost.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/deadline-iowa-cover-crop-free-ffa-seed/
CATEGORIES:Deadlines
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250924T215500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141747Z
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SUMMARY:Forestry Field Day at Phil McCune Woodland
DESCRIPTION:The program is intended to serve private woodland owners\, public land managers\, forestry consultants and service providers\, and interested citizens of Iowa. Field days consist of 3 to 6 hours of outdoor classroom instruction on topics related to the improvement of woodland resources or the expansion of tree resources.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/forestry-field-day-at-phil-mccune-woodland/
LOCATION:Grinnell\, Grinnell\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Field day,Habitat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250912T165449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141804Z
UID:10000268-1760486400-1760659199@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Ag Exploration Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/ag-exploration-day/
LOCATION:Crawfordsville\, Crawfordsville\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Cover crops,Field day,No till and strip till,Nutrient management,SE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251011T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250924T215249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T215249Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Habitat Education Program Kickoff (student program)
DESCRIPTION:A national program with state participation. Today’s students are our future land stewards. Students in WHEP have a greater understanding of the value of land and how it can be managed to benefit many wildlife and fish species.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/wildlife-habitat-education-program-kickoff-student-program/
LOCATION:Toledo\, Toledo\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Habitat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250923T202106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T180650Z
UID:10000271-1760054400-1760140799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:NRCS Cutoff for Conservation Program Applications
DESCRIPTION:The first application cutoff for Iowa farmers and other private landowners to apply for conservation practices in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 through USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) programs is Oct. 10. \n  \nNRCS accepts conservation program applications on a continuous basis but sets application cutoff dates as funding allows. Iowa agricultural producers and private landowners can apply for NRCS program funding by visiting their local NRCS office. Iowa has 100 NRCS field offices located at USDA Service Centers in every county. \n  \nThe Oct. 10 application cutoff includes the following NRCS Farm Bill programs: \n\nConservation Stewardship Program (CSP)\nEnvironmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)\nRegional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP)
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/nrcs-cutoff-for-conservation-program-applications/
CATEGORIES:Deadlines
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250924T180415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T180458Z
UID:10000274-1760054400-1760140799@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife Habitat Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join local Warren County conservation professionals for a field day showcasing a standout Central Iowa farm transformed into a habitat haven. The farm is a keystone example of the wildlife benefits that come with targeted grassland and timber management. We will be highlighting how tentative planning and management has transformed the farm from having an average of one covey a year to the latest 9 coveys in modern years!
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/wildlife-habitat-field-day-2/
LOCATION:Lacona\, Lacona\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Habitat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250924T180212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141855Z
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SUMMARY:Yellow River State Forest Fall Forestry Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in beautiful northeast Iowa for the 2025 offering of one of the largest fall forestry field days in the state! This event will focus on woodland management and value related to bird and bat habitat.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/yellow-river-state-forest-fall-forestry-field-day-2/
LOCATION:Harpers Ferry\, Harpers Ferry\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Field day,Habitat,NE Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000006-1759924800-1759928400@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000005-1759320000-1759323600@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-01/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-10-01/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250926T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250912T171606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T171606Z
UID:10000269-1758884400-1758891600@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Good Farm Neighbor Award: Rysdam Family
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition\, The Big Show\, and the Iowa Department of Ag and Land Stewardship from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. as we honor the Rysdam Family—cattle and sheep crop farmers from Davis County—with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award! The award presentation by Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will take place during a short program at noon. \nAbout the award: The Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award is made possible by the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers. This award recognizes Iowa livestock farmers who take pride in caring for the environment\, their livestock and being good neighbors. It is named in memory of Gary Wergin\, a long-time WHO Radio farm broadcaster who helped create the award.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/good-farm-neighbor-award-rysdam-family/
LOCATION:Bloomfield\, Bloomfield\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:SE Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000004-1758715200-1758718800@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-09-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-09-24/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T181556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141927Z
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SUMMARY:Layering Land Management: Combining In-Field and Edge-of-Field Practices for Water Quality and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Clark Porter is a landowner and farm manager for Porter Family Farms in Iowa’s Grundy and Tama counties\, alongside his mother Audrey and wife Sharon. Though he hires custom operators for fieldwork\, Clark plays an integral role in production and conservation efforts. These have included overseeing the transition to 100% no-till\, adding in cover crops and adopting several conservation practices\, including saturated buffers and enrolling land in the Conservation Reserve Program. \nCome see how Porter Family Farms manages nutrients\, soil health\, nitrate runoff\, no-till and cover crops. Attendees will learn about an experimental “saturated waterway” currently monitored by researchers at ISU and the University of Iowa. Farm landowners are encouraged to attend to explore how they can actively manage conservation on their land.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/layering-land-management-combining-in-field-and-edge-of-field-practices-for-water-quality-and-soil-health/
LOCATION:Reinbeck\, 27599 X Ave.\, Reinbeck\, Iowa\, 50669
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Cover crops,Edge-of-field,Field day,Habitat,No till and strip till,Nutrient management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T180616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T180616Z
UID:10000003-1758110400-1758114000@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-webinar/2025-09-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250829T181247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T181247Z
UID:10000262-1758016800-1758024000@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Strength in Straw: Making the Most of a Rye Crop
DESCRIPTION:Tom and Robin Cummings operate TRC Farms near Redfield\, Iowa\, growing cereal rye\, soybeans and hay. Their journey growing rye started about 12 years ago when a neighbor asked Tom to help harvest the rye for a portion of the seed\, which Tom decided to continue growing. That pivotal moment brought the Cummings to where they are today. Working together\, and with help from family and neighbors\, they harvest and clean rye for cover crop seed and produce up to 40\,000 square bales per year to sell at Bomgaars and Tractor Supply stores in their area. They credit their market success to hard work\, creativity and relationship-building. \nAt their field day\, Robin and Tom will showcase their seed-cleaning and straw-baling operations. They’re also eager to share how teff grass is finding its place in their rotations.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/strength-in-straw-making-the-most-of-a-rye-crop/
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,SW Iowa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250912T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250912T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250912T164253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T164253Z
UID:10000265-1757694600-1757701800@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Practices To Create and Steward Critical Bird Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Aaron Lehman and his family grow corn\, soybeans and hay at Lehman Farms LTD. Conservation plays a central role on the farm. They use extended crop rotations and take part in several federal conservation programs\, such as the Conservation Stewardship Program\, Conservation Reserve Program and Prairie Pothole Water Quality and Wildlife Program. In 2017\, Aaron was named Polk County Conservation Farmer of the Year. \n  \nSee & Discuss\n\nCreating sustainable on-farm bird habitat\nVarious funding options to create habitat\nCrop rotation schedules and types to benefit birds\nThe benefits of habitat\, including improved water and soil quality
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/conservation-practices-to-create-and-steward-critical-bird-habitat/
LOCATION:polk city\, Polk City\, Iowa
CATEGORIES:Central Iowa,Habitat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250812T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250808T172018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T190832Z
UID:10000001-1754985600-1755018000@www.iaagwater.org
SUMMARY:Jack's Example Event
DESCRIPTION:This is an example event description.
URL:https://www.iaagwater.org/event/jacks-example-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250811T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250811T235959
DTSTAMP:20260502T071527
CREATED:20250811T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T190639Z
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SUMMARY:Rebekah's Event
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