Wow! Local Foods Editorial

A recent editorial in the Kalamazoo Gazette begins: "Whether you're interested in healthy eating, the health of the region's economy or the health of farm animals, it seems the 'local food' movement is a good prescription." Read the rest here.

Can-Do Kitchen Moves to New Location

We're thrilled to announce that on July 1 the Can-Do Kitchen will move from the small-but-mighty trailer facility to First Baptist Church in downtown Kalamazoo. First Baptist's commercial kitchen offers 600+ square feet plus storage and nice equipment. Learn more.

New Executive Director Hired

We're excited to welcome Fair Food Matters' new leader, Paul A. Stermer. Click here to read our news release outlining Paul's experience.

Fair Food Matters Events Calendar

Wondering what's going on in the local food scene? Want to know when the next farmers' market is and where? Would you like to learn about getting some urban chickens, or how to can your own salsa? Check out our calendar devoted to local food and food systems events. Simply click "Events" in the navigation bar at the top of this page.

Growing Matters Garden Community Volunteer Nights: Wonderful Wednesday Activity

Interested in learning more about our urban gardening program? Come, lend a hand, meet new people, AND learn more about organic gardening and the Growing Matters Garden program! Community volunteer nights are held Wednesday evenings at the main garden site, May through September. The garden is kid/family friendly and open to all. For more information, please visit our garden volunteer page.

Here Comes Eat Local, Kalamazoo!

The theme for our third year of this exciting program is "Plant. Prepare. Preserve." Look for info-packed events on growing, cooking and preserving on our FFM calendar. Follow the link to the right for general information.

EatLocalSWMich: Your Connection

Get online and be in the know with the EatLocalSWMich Yahoo Group. You'll find tips and talk on everything from locating local raspberries to raising chickens in your backyard to public-policy issues. Be encouraged and supported by 300-plus neighbors in your quest to eat, grow, sell or process local foods.