Thursday, April 15, 2010

Issaquah's Sustainability Film Series presents FOOD, Inc., April 29 @ 6pm

Free Event: Sustainability Film Series


Back by popular demand, the City of Issaquah’s Resource Conservation Office (RCO) is hosting the second year of its Sustainability Film Series.


The first event on April 29 will feature “FOOD, Inc.”, in which filmmaker Robert Kenner “lifts the veil” on our nation’s food industry.


“FOOD, Inc.” takes a hard look at the impacts our food choices can have on our health, worker safety and the environment. The movie covers everything from herbicide-resistant soybean seeds to new strains of E. coli. Also learn more about the livelihood of the American farmer, as well as our country’s widespread obesity, particularly among children.


To learn more about the film, click here.


After the film, a panel discussion will be held with local experts and snacks will be provided by Chipotle Mexican Grill.


Event details:
• 6 – 9 p.m. April 29, 2010
o The film starts at 6:30 p.m., but come early for snacks and to talk to exhibitors
• Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. N.W. in Issaquah


Hope you can join us - everyone welcome!