 More on the theme of "Origins" Canoe Plants, the Origins of Apples, Marijuana and More Garden, Hands-on Ethnobotany, and Film Events with One Island
January 24th
 FILM NIGHT: Botany of Desire
Learn about the fascinating origins of four plants that have altered human behavior in surprising ways: Apples, Potatoes, Marijuana and Tulips. You'll never look at plants the same thanks to author Michael Polan's intriguing stories.
Thursday, January 24th, 6:30pm. By donation; free to One Island members.
January 25th
 GARDEN TOUR: Ancient Hawaiian AgricultureJoin us for our second annual tour at the Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanic Garden and explore their collection of pre-contact agricultural crops. Learn about the origins of local foods on the Island of Hawaii and the ingenuity that enabled a thriving culture over hundreds of years including techniques you can use in your own garden. Lead by Noa Lincoln, PhD candidate at Stanford University.
NEW: hands on coconut cordage making will conclude the workshop - learn how to twist this
canoe plant fiber into rope using ancient methods.
Friday, January 25th, 9am-noon. Admision to the Garden will be paid at the gate.
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Sponsored by:
One Island Sustainable Living Center
Same Canoe Community Garden Project
and the
National Institute for Food and Agriculture
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