Posts tagged: education

January 23: CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute on NYC Sugary Drink Policies

The CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute Hosts: A Roundtable Discussion on New York City Sugary Drink Policies Join a discussion with policy makers, community organizers, health advocates, and more, on the future of sugary drink policy in New York City. … Read More

January 13: Intro to Aquaculture with OKO Farms

Get a detailed introduction to aquaponics – growing plants and fish in a recirculating ecosystem – from the fabulous duo behind Oko Farms, NYC’s only outdoor aquaponics farm & education center. More details online. When: Sat, January 13, 2018, 11:00 … Read More

January 4: Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health (5 class series)

“The Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health classes offer a chance to discover which foods are optimal for weight management, learn about various health topics including blood pressure and digestion, and get empowered with the practical cooking skills needed to … Read More

November 8: Urban Food Policy Forum: NYC Since 2007: Lessons for the Next Decade

Urban Food Policy Forum: Food Policy in New York City Since 2007: Lessons for the Next Decade In this session, key New York City food policy makers will discuss how food policy governance works in New York City and what … Read More

July 29: Family Farm Tour @OKO Farms

Monthly Tour This guided tour is for individuals and small groups (of less than 5 people). Join other aquaponics enthusiasts on the farm, learn about the various biological components that make up our farm and take an up close look at … Read More

My Interview with Alethea Vasilas and Aidan Feeney from Orkestai Farm

Hi All, Orkestai Farm is a special place! It is a CSA organic farm situated at the 400 acre Planting Fields Arboretum in Upper Brookville, Long Island, where they have created a community of autistic young adults to help work … Read More

May 18: Slow Food USA-Garden to Cafeteria Toolkit Webinar

May 18 at 4 pm ET/3 pm CT/2 pm MT/ 1 pm PT Does your district have a robust school garden program? Does your Food Service department participate in Farm to School procurement? Would your students like to see fresh … Read More