On November 14, The Bull Run Restaurant hosts the first annual "NOFA Nourishes Massachusetts" gala dinner, benefiting the Northeast Organic Farming Associations effort to organize local ongoing education and advocacy activities. Beginning with a silent auction and cocktails, the evening will progress with a multicourse dinner created with local and organic ingredients from Massachusetts farmers and producers. Afterward, David Barber, co-owner of Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns will discuss the importance of small farms (6–9 PM; $100 per person; 215 Great Road/Rt. 2A in Shirley, MA; order tickets here or at http://ticketes.bullrunrestaurant.com).