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Published April 9th, 2014

Learning Ways to Get Organic Food Direct From the Farm to Your Doorstep

By Sophie Braccini

Fresh vegetables at the Moraga farmers' market Photo Andy Scheck

Lamorinda residents interested in learning ways to access affordable locally grown organic seasonal produce can meet with local farmers and representatives, and share experiences with community members at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 10 as part of a Sustainable Lafayette Foods Group event at the Lafayette Library. The free event will include a presentation, a movie, displays and an opportunity to meet with farmer representatives.

"Groups of local farmers will discuss how they get together to bring fresh organic food to doorsteps or to a dropping point in Lamorinda," says Sustainable Lafayette's Alison Hill. "We will also remind folks about the great farmers' markets in Moraga and Orinda, and the quality grocery stores." Hill says that the Foods Group does not endorse a specific organization, but wants to help support small passionate local farmers who are engaged in the pursuit of growing quality food.

Current customers who regularly receive boxes of produce will be at the event as well to answer questions and share their experience. There will be representatives from three different farm groups, all servicing Lamorinda.

As part of the program, the 50-minute movie "Grow" will be shown. "It takes a look at a new generation of sustainable farmers through the eyes, hearts, and minds of 20 passionate, idealistic, and independent young growers," says Hill.

The event is free, but Hill adds that donations are appreciated. Refreshments will be served, no registration is necessary.



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