 | Tomato Fest 2012
Credit: Viktoriya Syrov |
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 | Tomato Fest 2012
Credit: Viktoriya Syrov |
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Food Systems Network NYC
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Brings together organizations,
professionals, and community advocates dedicated to nourishing New Yorkers and enriching the regional farm community through collaboration, education, and advocacy.
In general, FSNYC holds Open Networking Meetings once each month. In August, in lieu of an ONM, we're hosting our annual Tomato Fest! Join us on the 18th for tomato-laced cocktails and tastes. Hope to see you there! For more information, email info@foodsystemsnyc.org.
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| Contributors |
Special thanks to the following FSNYC members and friends for their contributions to this month's website and newsletter: Michael Addison (FSNYC Policy Committee), Amanda Berhaupt (FSNYC Policy Committee), Kasia Broussalian (The New School), Amanda Everich (Just Food), Thomas Forster (The New School), Nadia Johnson (Just Food), Lynn Fredericks (Family Cook Productions), Hilary Papineau (Brooklyn Food Coalition), Ed Yowell (FSNYC Co-Chair). |
 | Marion Nestle and Christine Quinn Credit: Kasia Broussalian,
The New School |
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 | Marion Nestle and John Liu
Credit: Amanda Everich, Just Food |
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 | Marion Nestle and Bill de Blasio Credit: Kasia Broussalian,
The New School |
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 | Marion Nestle and Anthony Weiner Credit: Kasia Broussalian,
The New School |
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 | Marion Nesle and Sal Albanese
Credit: Amanda Everich, Just Food |
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 | Marion Nestle and
John Catsimatidis
Credit: Amanda Everich, Just Food |
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Interested in food current events and policy issues? Enjoy writing?
The FSNYC Communications Committee is always seeking contributors. Join the team and add your ideas to our newsletter!
Contact us:
Caitlin Salemi - Newsletter Coordinator
Lynn Fredricks - Communications Committee Chair
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August 18, 2013
Tomato Fest 2013:
FSNYC's Annual Celebration of the Tomato!
What: Tomato-themed Cocktail Party
When: Sunday, August 18, 2013, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: The Green Table, Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue, NYC
Twitter: #TomatoFest
Tickets: $50 - FSNYC members*; $55 - non-FSNYC member; $75 ticket + annual membership (includes $5 discount). All proceeds benefit FSNYC.
It's back - our annual, sell-out Tomato Fest. This year we're changing it up a bit. Join Food Systems Network NYC for tomato-laced cocktails and tastes to honor the iconic food of the season! Hosted by The Green Table and FSNYC leadership committee member Mary Cleaver. Tomatoes brought to you by Greenmarket Co. Tempting tomato tastes will be served up by The Green Table, Foragers Table, Runner and Stone, and Suenos NYC. Mixology by Rick Hickman of The Green Table and the beverage team at Parish Hall. Spirits and libations provided by Brooklyn Brewery, Greenhook Ginsmiths, and Union Mezcal! Space is limited so purchase tickets now!
http://tomatofest2013.brownpapertickets.com
*FSNYC members received a discount code by email. If you are a FSNYC member and haven't received a discount code, contact caitlin@foodsystemsnyc.org.
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What a turnout! The Mayoral Candidate Forum on the Future of Food on July 17th attracted over 750 attendees, including representation from 12 co-hosts and 76 partner organizations and groups. Over 1,300 viewers watched the event via livestream. And, the forum's hashtag, #NYCFoodForum, trended nationally on Twitter during the event!
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Congressional deliberations over the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly the Food Stamp Program) in the Food & Farm Bill have taken nail-biting turns over the last months. To keep up with developments and keep them in context, New York City Food and Farm Bill Working Group members Ed Yowell and Nadia Johnson have compiled a helpful summary.
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Four of New York City's higher education institutions participated in the recent Mayoral Candidate Forum on the Future of Food in NYC. These and other New York City colleges and universities offer students tools for food movement building and advocacy.
Are you a matriculated student or interested in continuing education? Learn more about upcoming opportunities to get engaged!
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We invite your participation and continued support so we can continue our valuable work during this election season and beyond. Please, make a tax-deductible financial contribution to help us continue our work now through the November election.
- Membership: $10 student/senior; $25 - 1-year Individual; $40 - 2-year Individual (through Labor Day only!); $125 - Supporting Individual/Sponsoring Organization
- Support: Contributions of all levels welcome! Contribute $10 to help us stay engaged!
Tickets for Tomato Fest 2013 now are now available! Enjoy tomato-laced cocktails and tastes at our upcoming fundraiser at The Green Table! (more info above)
What's happening next? We'll be using our Recipe for the Future of Food in NYC to inspire planning, discussion, and advocacy. We're partnering with Heritage Radio Network on an upcoming radio series
featuring a range of perspectives on how the election and a new administration will affect food issues, policies, and programs. Stay tuned for updates on our website, and consider joining our Communications Committee and get involved in shaping this series!
We need your support to stay engaged!
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 FSNYC Volunteer Opportunities...help us grow!
Election season volunteer opportunity! Are you looking for an opportunity to delve into local food policy and support progressive voices? FSNYC has an exciting new opportunity that is ideal for such policy-minded folks. Consider applying for our new volunteer position - Communications & Social Media Volunteer (8-10 hours a week through December; small stipend or internship credit may be available). Interested? Click here!
Can't dedicate 8-10 hours a week consistently but still want to contribute? Join one of our working subcommittees! Attend an upcoming subcommittee meeting: Policy Committee- Who: professionals, community advocates, and students interested in food policy research, analysis, and advocacy
- When: Wednesday, August 14th - 6:00-8:00 pm
- Where: Fund for the City of New York, 121 Avenue of the Americas, 6th floor, Main Conference Room. RSVP info below.
Communications Committee - Who: food and policy interested writers, bloggers, and communicators!
- When: Friday, August 16th - 9:00-10:00 am
- Where: conference call. Please RSVP and you'll receive the call-in number.
Note: All are welcome to check-out subcommittee meeting. To join a subcommittee, please become a FSNYC member.
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EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Below is a partial list of food events in and around NYC.
Visit FSNYC's full calendar here.
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| Aug 11, 2013
5:00-9:00pm | |
FSNYC Policy Committee Meeting
| Aug 14, 2013
6:00-8:00 pm | | FSNYC Communications Committee Meeting - RSVP to info@foodsystemsnyc.org | Aug 16, 2013
9:00-10:00am | |
| July 17, 2013
4:00-8:00pm | |
| Aug 19, 2013
7:00-9:00pm | |
| Aug 20, 2013
6:00-9:00pm |
Check out the FULL Announcement and Event Listings at FSNYC's website. And we are always looking for more events and announcements, so send us yours!
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