The Heron

Great Rhythm Revival
2023-08-03 08:00 - 2023-08-06 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Heron Farm & Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Rd, Sherman, NY, 14781, United States
At the Great Rhythm Revival, you will experience a wide range of invigorating workshops including:
The Wisdom of Rhythm, Ecstatic Dance, African Drumming, Transformative Writing, Expressive Art, Sound Healing, Yoga, Afro-Cuban Drumming, Energy Medicine, Sound Healing, Transformative Writing and more.
In the evenings we dance, play music for you, light up the adjoining woods with an expertly sculptured fire circle.
Lastly, we eat some of the tastiest and healthy food around. Much of it grown on site in our Revival garden. Camping is free or you may stay at a local hotel or B&B. Though the event is outside, we are under the cover of large tents. If you’re looking to experience something extraordinary, The Great Rhythm Revival is for you.
Director: Jim Donovan

Chautauqua Bestor Plaza Farmers Market
2023-08-01 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-25 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-18 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-04 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-27 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-20 08:00 - 13:00 | Bestor Plaza Market, 67 Bestor Way, Williamsville, NY, 14221, United States
This farmer’s market features to best of the best local farmers on Tuesday mornings bringing local foods to the people of Chautauqua Institution. You can also visit the market from outside the CHQ grounds. Ask at the Front Gate for a short term pass.

The Fredonia Farmer's Market
2023-07-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-22 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-15 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-08 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-01 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-24 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-17 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 and 1 more date | Fredonia Village Hall, 9 Church St, Fredonia, NY, 14063, United States
The Fredonia Farmer’s Market
Our Fredonia Market moves back indoors beginning in October. Farmer’s Market is located in Barker’s Common in the center of downtown Fredonia, NY. Hours are 10am-1pm every Saturday.
Even if you are a Buffalo area resident, the 45 minute trip to Fredonia will be worth it! Support local food where ever you are!!!
Farm freshness that can’t be beat! The healthy way to build delicious meals for you and your family.
Fresh Poultry and Beef

Local Produce

Williamsville Farmers Market
2023-07-29 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-22 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-15 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-08 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-01 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-24 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-17 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-10 08:00 - 13:00 and 1 more date | Amherst Town Hall, 5583, Main St, Williamsville, NY, 14221, United States
We will be at this market every Saturday morning till the end of October. Hours are 8am-1pm. It’s easy to find right on Main St with ample parking behind the Library and Amherst Town Hall.
There’s vendors of all kinds! Come visit us soon!

The 2023 Great Blue Heron Music Festival
2023-06-30 - 2023-07-02 | The Heron – Main Stage, 2361 Waits Corners Rd, Sherman, NY, United States
30 Year Celebration of the Great Blue Heron Music Festival

Intensional Camping Weekend
2023-06-16 13:00 - 2023-06-18 18:00 | The Heron Farm & Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Rd, Sherman, NY, 14781, United States
Get ready for a weekend of intentional camping!
Join us Friday June 16 to Sunday June 18th at The Heron for an unforgettable experience!
Our goal:
Create a transformative camping experience that fosters personal growth, deep connections, and a sense of well-being. Embrace nature, engage in mindfulness, and cultivate a supportive community. Leave refreshed, empowered, and inspired.
What to Expect:

Nourishing Connection
Balancing Movement
Facilitated Introspection + Meditation
Community Created Feasts
Group Music Making
Laughs, Love, and MORE!

What to Bring:

Tent, Sleeping bag, Pillows – Air BNB options available at TheHeron.org
Your favorite fresh ingredients to be added to the meals below
An open heart
Water bottle, mug, plate/bowl, and T stupperware
Instruments of any kind
Comfortable clothes for 2 nights, 3 days, layers suggested to adjust for weather needs
Swimwear, towel, sunscreen
Shoes/boots/sandals if you wear them
Personal hygiene items (4 showers available) – towel/robe
Camp chair / yoga mat / blanket / cushion to sit on
ANYTHING that makes you feel good: flow toys, a book, journal, oracle deck, flowers, kite, crystal, tea, candles, essential oil, herb bundle, cool item, photos of pets, anything

Make sure to reserve your spot soon, space is limited. We can’t wait to see you there!
This event is a family friendly environment, children, elders, and all of you is welcome!

Heron May Day Celebration
2023-05-28 14:00 - 18:00 | The Heron Farm & Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Rd, Sherman, NY, 14781, United States
Enjoy live music by members of the Probables! Drum & dance as we decorate this year’s Maypole! Music and potluck start at 2pm. Maypole dance 3:30. Bonfire to follow.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Bring friends & family who might be interested in getting to know the Heron better. Kids love MayDay!!! Bring the whole family, except pets.
Overnight camping is available through our Hipcamp, or Airbnb. Book here: https://theheron.org/camping-farm-stay/
2023 Blue Heron volunteers can camp for free! Aak for a link to the sign up: volunteers@theheron.org
On the evening before MayDay, there will be a Celebration of Life for Tammy Rayborne. Please join us!The evening starts at 5pm. There’s a separate event page for that.

Celebration of Life for Tammy Rayborne
2023-05-27 17:00 - 22:00 | The Heron Farm & Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Rd, Sherman, NY, 14781, United States
Let’s get together to honor this amazing soul! Tammy would want us to have a blast and hug a lot!
Meet at the Mother Tree (Tammy’s favorite) at 5pm to make a prayer bundle for her. We’ll walk to the Fire Circle from there and send our prayers to her through the fire.
The rest of the evening will be a time of reflection for this amazing woman who gave so much love to this place and all of us. She’d be pleased if we had a joyful time!
We’ll have a finger food potluck at the Cafe around 7pm. Josh will make pots of chili and we’ll make sure to have some of the sweet wine that Tammy loved so much!
Plan to camp overnight, if you can. Volunteers can camp for free, others can book on our HipCamp page (www.theheron.org/camping-farm-stay/.
Join in the Heron MayDay Celebration the next day!, drumming,
