We Are Sevananda’s “Be The Change” Partner in August!
Sevanada Natural Foods Market
August 2010
Sevananda’s “Be The Change” Partner Program is focused on Slow Food during the month of August. The program, which takes its name from the Mohandas Gandhi quote “You must be the change you wish to see in the world,” was established by the Cooperative in 1997 as a way to contribute to a healthier Atlanta. Each time one makes a purchase at Sevananda, they have the opportunity to contribute to that month’s Be the Change Partner by either donating a specific dollar amount or rounding the purchase up to the nearest dollar. By donating spare change, shoppers are contributing to a better Atlanta.
Remember: on Saturday, August 28th, 1% of total store purchases will go to Slow Food Atlanta.
Please be sure to shop at Sevananda Natural Foods Market during the month of August to show your support for Slow Food Atlanta.
MINDFUL EATING Exploring the Spirituality & Ethics of What & How We Eat
Meeting every other Tuesday evening
August 17 to November 23; 7 pm to 9 pm (includes meal)
$50 per session (inc food & beverage, facilitation and supplies)
Confused, concerned, or curious about the food we eat? In this course, we explore how to sort through the various choices and make incremental changes so that our meals can become occasions for gratitude, delight, and deep connection. Come taste your way into a more mindful way of living! $50 per session including food, beverage, facilitation and supplies. Go here for more details.
2010 AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER DEBATE
Emory University
September 2; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join community and university partners at the state’s first sustainable agriculture debate with candidates for Agriculture Commissioner of Georgia. Commissioner Tommy Irvin is retiring after 41 years of overseeing Georgia’s No. 1 industry, making this year’s election an historic opportunity to shape policies that advance sustainable foods and farms across the state. Come hear what the candidates have to say about their commitment to sustainable agriculture. Go here for more details.
Dig In
Slow Food’s Second Annual National Day of Action
Saturday, September 25
This year for Slow Food’s Second Annual National Day of Action we are going to celebrate School Gardens across the metro Atlanta area.
We are supporting at least 2 existing school gardens and helping to start at least 2 new school gardens. The Atlanta chapter will use these gardens as a segway into continual community service throughout the year. We will end the workday at Piedmont Park with our annual lunchtime picnic! Our goal is 100 volunteers and we need you to make it happen! If you are interested in participating, volunteering or planning, please contact Anissa Harris at
agh.harris@gmail.com
URBAN PICNIC
Sweet Auburn Curb Market
September 24, and October 29
Last Friday of the month 11am to 2pm through October
Expect a wide variety of different types of yummy foods, courtesy of the Atlanta Street Food Coalition members, including: Yumbii Truck King of Pops Good Food Truck West End Burrito
Atlanta District 2 City Councilmember Kwanza Hall joins the Sweet Auburn Curb Market in sponsoring the monthy Urban Picnic. Located on the Plaza outside the market’s entrance near Café Campesino Coffee Bar. Go here for more details.
Terra Madre 2010 Fundraisers
Slow Food USA had over 1,000 applicants nationwide for fewer than 500 spots. The national delegation has quite a wide array of professions represented. The majority of delegates are food producers (including urban farmers/gardeners; rural farmers; fisherpeople; cheese producers; charcuterie makers; honey producers; preserves makers; bakers; and on and on). Also represented in large numbers are cooks, educators, students and activists. It’s an inspiring and staggering mix.
SLOW FOOD ATLANTA WILL BE HOLDING FUNDRAISERS TO HELP SUPPORT TRAVEL EXPENSES FOR SOME OF OUR GEORGIA DELEGATES.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HOSTING OR ORGANIZING A FUNDRAISER, PLEASE CONTACT SLOW FOOD ATLANTA at info@slowfoodatlanta.org or ashleyhall@gmail.com
Field of Greens
Whippoorwill Hollow Organic Farms
Sunday, October 3; 11 am – 5 pm
Field of Greens is back, and it’s better than ever! Enjoy a relaxing day on Whippoorwill Hollow Organic Farm, tasting samples of farm-fresh food creatively prepared by Atlanta and Athens’ most dedicated farm-to-table chefs. This event, the festival’s fifth year, features an expanded children’s area full of farm-based activities, and a larger educational expo where you can visit with farmers and learn about local eco-conscious businesses. Tickets are $15 in advance (recommended) and $20 at the gate. Kids 12 and under enter for free.
Early participating restaurants include: Leon’s Full Service, Farm Burger, Restaurant Eugene, Parsleys Catering, 4th & Swift, Brickstore Pub, and Rosebud.
Streak O’Lean
High on the Hog
October 7, 2010 at 7 p.m.
Engine 11 (upstairs), 30 North Ave Northeast Atlanta, GA 30308
Streak O’Lean’s first Demo-Dinner will feature an array of live Butcher Demonstrations and a four-course meat-centric feast. The night will illustrate nothing but the finest product, with local, fresh, and sustainably- sourced meat on display. The evening will start with complimentary cocktails featuring bacon-infused Bourbon and some unctuous snacks provided by The Spotted Trotter. Then, we will move into a full, three-animal butchery demonstration and four-course dinner. The demonstration will feature the breakdown of a Hog, Lamb, and Local Georgia Rabbits. Mention you are Slow Food member and a portion of your ticket purchase will be donated to our Terra Madre fund! For more details about the event or to purchase tickets, click here!
