Celebrate Food Day

by ehightow — last modified Oct 24, 2011 12:25 PM

In recognition of Food Day, more than 2,000 events are being hosted across the nation today to inspire Americans to take part in a more sustainable food system by eating healthier; expanding access to food; eating food produced in ways that improve our land, air and water, and more.

ASI is among those sponsoring student-organized Food Day activities at UC Davis today.

Try freshly harvested Student Farm produce prepared by UC Davis Dining Commons:

Noon-2 p.m. Silo Patio

6-8 p.m. Cuarto Dining Commons

6-8 p.m. Tercero Dining Commons

Stop by the CoHo this evening to find but more about this nationwide campaign for delicious, healthy, and affordable food produced in a sustainable, humane way.

6:30-9:30 p.m. Pedal powered smoothies, food samples and photo booths in the Memorial Union Coffee House

7:30-8 p.m. ASI-affiliated faculty member Ryan Galt will talk about the food system.

8-9:30 p.m. screening of ‘The Greenhorns’, a fun film exploring the lives of America's young farming community - its spirit, practices, and needs.

For more information about Food Day, including a list of events, visit the Food Day Web site.

 
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