Truck Farm Chicago

Outdoor adventure and awesome food: http://naturesfarmcamp.org/

Nature Farm Camp

http://civileats.com/2017/01/16/food-and-more-expanding-the-movement-for-the-trump-era/

A worthy read...

Food and More: Expanding the Movement for the Trump Era | Civil Eats It's time to apply the energy of the food movement to preserving our democracy.

Want to plant tomatoes and peppers with us?

This Sunday AM from 9 - 11 AM at Kilbourn Park, Chicago, come get your hands in the dirt as we grow seedlings for Natures Farm Camp. Please RSVP www.naturesfarmcamp.com

Live in Chicagoland and want the best food? Connect with a farmer and buy a share for a piece of their harvest each week: http://bit.ly/2mHMyl4

Band of Farmers 2017 Chicagoland CSA Guide Use this handy guide to find the Chicago area CSA that best serves your needs. Whether you're looking for fresh, local vegetables, meat and eggs, honey, flowers, and more, the Band of Farmers member farms have got you covered. For more information, go to www.bandoffarmers.org.

[ I'm ringing the dinner bell ]
Soup & Bread March 1 happens tomorrow night. Feast on soup and pay what you want (all the money goes to support a great cause). I'm serving up a stew that will knock your socks off. But if you prefer, there will be a handful of other soups to try. Eat them all! Plus wonderful Publican Quality Bread. And nice people to boot!

Don't take food from a stranger. Know your farmer.

And eat at the farm (sometimes): http://www.familyfarmed.org/farm-dinners/

Farm Dinner Guide - FamilyFarmed This summer, get out and enjoy a dinner on the farm. We’ve put together a list of delicious farm dinner events within 150 miles of Chicago. Get to know local midwest farmers, chefs and brewers. Snap a photo of the wonderful time you’re having, and tag it to be featured! Happy eati...

http://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2015/dec/17/we-need-fewer-exams-and-more-wilderness-in-education?CMP=share_btn_fb

We need fewer exams and more wilderness in education Instead of pumping time and money into exams, we should focus on wellbeing and encouraging children to connect with the natural world

What do you think of Troy? Is he justified in his criticism of Rahm?


http://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magazine/Felsenthal-Files/April-2016/CPS-Principal-Troy-LaRaviere-Whacks-Rahm-and-Keeps-His-Job/

CPS Principal Troy LaRaviere Whacks Rahm—and Still Keeps His Job We asked the outspoken CPS critic if he'd consider running for mayor—he didn't say no.

We could emulate, but only after we get educators running schools, not businessman/politicians.

And what about poverty and environmental toxins? It's all connected. Let's get money out of politics!


http://www.smh.com.au/national/this-is-why-finland-has-the-best-schools-20160324-gnqv9l.html

This is why Finland has the best schools The Harvard education professor Howard Gardner once advised Americans, "Learn from Finland, which has the most effective schools and which does just about the opposite of what we are doing in the United States."

http://www.thekitchn.com/10-easy-ways-to-eat-more-vegetables-every-day-reader-intelligence-report-164945

And please consider buying from local farms...

10 Easy Ways to Eat More Vegetables Every Day — Reader Intelligence Report The love of vegetables can be deceptive. Even though I adore Brussels sprouts and kale, I recently realized with a jolt of surprise that I don't eat nearly the amount of vegetables this love affair would suggest. Something didn't add up. To help me (and you) out, here are the top 10 tips from our re…

Food.
The system determines nearly everything, from who lives and who dies to our wellbeing. It's been that way since the beginning.

There'e a movement rising to create a system that works. Support it. Support the grassroots efforts of small, local farmers who grow food for people. In the process, they create jobs, health and community.


http://www.commondreams.org/views/2016/03/17/real-irish-american-story-not-taught-schools

The Real Irish-American Story Not Taught in Schools “Wear green on St. Patrick’s Day or get pinched.” That pretty much sums up the Irish-American “curriculum” that I learned when I was in school. Yes, I recall a nod to the so-called Potato Famine, but it was mentioned only in passing.

Discount tickets to The Good Food Fest, up to 50% off.

Great energy at the event....See you there?


https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2016-good-food-festival-conference-tickets-20477784605?discount=GoodGreens50

2016 Good Food Festival & Conference Bringing the Good Food Movement Together A fast-rising number of people, in the Chicago area and across the country, participate in the Good Food movement in their own ways. Buying local, sustainable food. Dining at farm-to-table restaurants. Growing their own food. Building and investing in sustain…