We believe that education on the timely issue of food will cause real and lasting change in our community. As our understanding grows of the present environmental crisis, compounded by the global economic situation, our society is beginning to feel the need to reconnect with the land and the community. These programs will grant participants the tools they need to navigate these lifestyle changes. More than an overview, programs are designed to address the practical issues of finding and preparing food in healthful, budget sensitive and earth friendly ways. We hope to demonstrate that local and organic food is not relegated to the wealthy, but accessible to all.
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April 3, 2009 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Imago (700 Enright Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45205)
Nathan Back of Grass Fed Farms will lead a discussion on the developement of Commercial Farming and how it contrasts with natural methods. Join us as we explore the health and environmental issues of these practices. Regardless of where you stand on these issues, join us for an evening that promises excellent conversation and personal insights.Suggested donation = $10
April 4, 2009 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Cincinnati Waldorf School 5555 Little Flower Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45239
This community-wide celebration of food will kick off a program all about the stuff we cannot live without. Bring a favorite dish, a friend, and a hungry tum for an evening of fun. There will be activities for the kids and fun contests for the adults. Help us make this the biggest potluck ever! Adult members pay $4 w/ dish, $8 w/out dish Adult non-members pay $5 w/ dish, $10 w/out dish. All children require adult accompaniment. Special deal for new members!
April 8, 2009 7:00pm to 9:00pm (Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church) or April 21, 2009 7:00pm to 9:00pm (Rohs Street Cafe)
In this fiery and funny talk, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman weighs in on what's wrong with the way we eat now (too much meat, too few plants; too much fast food, too little home cooking), and why it's putting the entire planet at risk.
April 11, 2009 10:30am to 11:30am
Blue Manatee Bookstore (3054 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45209)
Once a month we take our storytime on the road, to our friends at the Blue Manatee Bookstore in Oakley. Join us for stories, songs, and games. all about gardening! The Blue Manatee Bookstore is located at 3054 Madison Rd. Check out their website for more information at www.bluemanateebooks.com
April 15, 2009 through May 20, 2009 Every Wednesday 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Menu for the Future, NWEI's newest course is a six-session course exploring the connection between food and sustainability. In this course we will explore food systems and their impacts on culture, society and ecological systems while gaining insight into agricultural and individual practices that promote personal and ecological well-being. We will also consider our role in creating or supporting sustainable food systems. See website http://www.cinciearth.org/index.html for more information.
April 25,2009 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Come out to Imago to sample the fruits of the natural world! Go on a family-friendly hike looking for wild edibles to pick and prepare into a delicious dinner. All the food and beverages will be provided. Family Price (2 or more): members - $15; nonmembers - $20
May 1, 2009
Join us for "What Will We Eat?:The Search for Healthy Local Foods". This 30 minute video tells the story of the growing failure of the industrial food system and how a grassroots coalition of small farmers and consumers is inventing a healthy, humane, homegrown alternative. It shows a community working to develop a revolutionary new food system. Discussion and feedback will follow screening.
June 12, 2009 9:00am to 12:30pm
depart from Imago (700 Enright Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45205)
Join us for a tour of Grailville and Turner Farms. By observing these Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) organizations, we will explore some options in local food economies. We will see organic gardens, composting projects, farm animals, greenhouses, and straw bale-constructed buildings. At each location, we will have ample opportunity to discuss local food, sustainable practices, and food as a community builder. Grailville will prepare and serve a fresh lunch to attendants on site. To learn more about these farms, visit www.turnerfarm.org or www.grailville.org.
