From: "Michael G. Burns" <michael AT fingerlakespermaculture.org>
To: fingerlakespermaculture AT lists.ibiblio.org
Subject: How To Grow A Farmer: July 18 (Ithaca, NY)
Date: Sat, 13 Jul 2013 11:24:54 -0400
From: Joanna Green <joanna AT groundswellcenter.org>
NEWS RELEASE
For immediate release: 7/10/13
Contact: Joanna Green, 607-379-9270, Joanna AT groundswellcenter.org
HOW TO GROW A FARMER
Ithaca, NY
Q: When is a farmer just like an egg?
A: When it’s in the Incubator!!
The Groundswell Center for Local Food & Farming invites you to a very
special Community Gathering at The Sustainability Center, 111 North
Albany Street in downtown Ithaca, on Thursday, July 18, 6:30 - 8:30 PM.
We’ll explain exactly what the new Groundswell Incubator Farm is and
how it works. A clue: It does not hatch baby chicks. Come to the
gathering to find out!
If you care about food, if you’re committed to sustainability and
social justice, or if you’re just curious about what Groundswell does,
we hope you’ll join us for this important conversation about the
future of our local food system. Come enjoy local snacks and
beverages, chat with some awesome new farmers, and find out how
Groundswell is helping to grow new farmers through innovative training
and business incubation programs.
Nearly 300 aspiring farmers, food entrepreneurs and activist have
taken courses offered by Groundswell. At least 30 of them have gone on
to launch a new farm enterprise. On July 18 you can learn more about
them, hear their stories, and find out why It Takes a Community to
Grow a Farmer.
You don't have to be a farmer to be part of this Groundswell! There
are many ways you can help Grow Your Farmer and support our local food
system, from volunteering at the Incubator Farm, to sponsoring one of
our trainees. Find out how – and why - on July 18. Share your ideas
about how Ithaca can take the next step in building a truly Community
Supported Agriculture.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information call
607-319-5095.
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Joanna Green, Director
Groundswell Center for Local Food & Farming
PO Box 6679
Ithaca, NY
14851-6679
607-319-5095
Support your local food system! Become a Groundswell Member at www.groundswellcenter.org
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How To Grow A Farmer: July 18 (Ithaca, NY),
Michael G. Burns, 07/13/2013