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THIRD THURSDAY LUNCH AND DISCUSSION - February 18, 2010

"THIRD THURSDAY" LUNCH AND DISCUSSION

February 18, 11:45

TOPIC:Nashville's Food Desert

Our lunch on February 18 will focus on the issue of food security. Many communities in Nashville are food deserts, lacking access to fresh, healthy food. Local food agencies report an increase in families needing food assistance. But the issue goes beyond stemming hunger. We will look at the issue of food security broadly. We will discuss what is needed to assure that families have access to safe and nutritionally adequate food and we will explore some promising projects that provide access to locally grown food and opportunities for neighborhoods to grow their own food.

The League has long been interested in promoting health, wellness, and an adequate supply of food at reasonable prices to consumers. Our local League Human Needs program supports "programs and policies to prevent or reduce poverty and to promote self-sufficiency for individuals and families."

Cassi Johns, Director of Food Security Partners, a project of the Vanderbilt Institute for Public Policies Studies, will kick off the discussion. Join us as we dine at Davis Kidd's Bronte Bistro in the Green Hills Mall at 12:30 (note the new time) and order from the menu.

If you have questions, please contact Jo Singer at 794-2781 or gjosinger@aol.com. Bring a friend and enjoy another lively League lunch!

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