Community Food Matters -March 2010 Newsletter

Well it has almost been a year since I have posted a newsletter here. My apologies!!! Here is the March 2010 newsletter.

We want to make it easier for you to attend Community Food Matters meetings, so we're now planning them in advance, consistently on the same day every month. The third Tuesday of every month is the day! The next meeting will be Tuesday, April 20th 11:30 am-1:00 pm in the Fairview Room, United Church. We strive for a structured agenda as well as some time for networking. Meetings are brown bag lunch meetings, are very informal and you are most welcome to attend!
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Lots going on in the area ....

FUEL - the film: TOMORROW Saturday, March 20th 7:00 pm Capitol Theatre, Nelson
The West Kootenay Eco Society is pleased to present a Kootenay premier showing of the 'Sundance' award winning film FUEL www.thefuelfilm.com an inspiring story of one person's heroic efforts to address the looming energy crisis. The film combines a thorough analysis of 'peak oil' and the politics of global energy while leaving one informed and motivated to make a difference. As we did with 'The Age of Stupid' this past November, the film will be followed by a panel/audience dialogue. More information here: http://eco.kics.bc.ca
Please support this fundraiser for the West Kootenay Eco Society.

Vegetable Gardening in the Kootenays Course
Mad Dog Farm is a small farm of 28 acres in Tarrys, halfway between Castlegar and Playmor Junction on Highway 3A. As growers, we have a passion for growing, we have a passion for local agriculture and we have a passion for preserving heritage varieties of vegetables and other food crops. After ten years of growing in the Kootenays, we have made probably just about every mistake it is possible to make whilst following ‘text book’ advice. Save yourselves time, trouble and heartache by learning the lessons we have learnt, and the tricks, tips and techniques we have learnt the hard way. Information: http://www.maddogfarm.ca/ Jeremy or Nette Lack on (250) 399 4809

Permaculture Design Course
in Winlaw: May 30 - June 12. Summer Course: August 15 - 28, 2010
This intensive 13 day course combines theory with practical hands-on learning & design exercises. Topics includes: permaculture design techniques & principles, site analysis, soil fertility, organic gardening techniques, herbs & medicinal plants, fruit & nut trees, water uses, ecological buildings & urban permaculture. More information: Kootenay Permaculture: 250-226-7302 spiralfarm@yahoo.com http://www3.telus.net/permaculture.

Growing Through the Seasons - a unique gardening course
After holding successful courses in 2008 and 2009, Frank and Libby Ruljancich are offering the course again this year. Come learn from our 34 years of experience as we plant, grow, harvest and store food from our sustainable, organic garden and orchard. (Located NW of Castlegar, near Lower Arrow Lake). Begins Sunday, April 18, from 10 AM to 4 PM, and then be on the third Sunday of each month thereafter, through October. Enrollment is limited, so please register early to ensure a place. The cost for the seven sessions is $280. Information and to register: 250-304-2718.

Kaslo Food Security Project has upcoming events and news updates. Read Kaslo Food Security News here: http://nklcss.org/food.php

If you have brief updates or an event for this newsletter please email: freya@kootenay.coop