One major convenience our modern civilization offers us is year-round access to foods that would otherwise be considered out of season in our area. For many folks, however, it’s a bit disconcerting to know that the majority of that food is shipped in from all around the country — if not the world. But if you’re willing to sacrifice that mid-winter banana, there’s an alternative to supporting big agribusiness that’s greener, healthier and far more beneficial to our regional economy: eating food grown locally. Learn more at the Grailville Retreat and Program Center, which offers a workshop called Going Local: Ideas and Resources for Eating Locally. Part of their larger Good Earth, Good Eats program series this year, Going Local features local organic food experts who will provide tips, support and information for those wondering how to make the switch from the big supermarket to the corner farmer’s market. The workshop, which costs $25 ($35 if you want lunch), runs 9 a.m.-noon.
To get information about Grailville and more about the event, click here.
This article appears in Jan 21-27, 2009.
