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Episode #1235 - October 6th, 2022
Did you know that around 40 percent of the food produced in the United States is wasted? There is a lot happening at The Unity Gardens this time of year and Dave sat down with Micah to learn about the Spooktacular Westside and Taste of Unity that are happening soon. Michiana VegFest is a chance to learn about the power of your food for your health.
Original Airdate: October 06, 2022

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  • October 6th, 2022 Photo
    Cultivate Food Rescue
    Jim Conklin More Information
    October 6th, 2022 Photo
    Cultivate Food Rescue

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    1403 Prairie Avenue,
    South Bend, IN 46613

    https://www.facebook.com/cultivatefoodrescue
    cultivateculinary.com

    Did you know that around 40 percent of the food produced in the United States is wasted? And that if we could better manage the food we have no one would need to go hungry? That’s the mission of Cultivate Food Rescue. Jim Conklin shared with Courtney how they and their partners are trying to change our areas food numbers for the better. It takes planning, partnerships and a lot of volunteers. Speaking of volunteers, Kelly and Dave join Courtney to help pack meals at Cultivate.

    Guests

    1. Jim ConklinCo-Founder & Executive DirectorCultivate Food Rescue

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  • October 6th, 2022 Photo
    Unity Gardens
    Micah Niespodziany More Information
    October 6th, 2022 Photo
    Unity Gardens

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    3701 Prast Blvd.,
    South Bend, IN, 46628, Indiana
    Spooktacular Westside
    Zombie Trail
    October 28th

    Taste of Unity
    November 10th
    5pm - 8pm

    https://www.facebook.com/theunitygardens
    theunitygardens.org

    There is a lot happening at The Unity Gardens this time of year and Dave sat down with Micah to learn about the Spooktacular Westside and Taste of Unity that are happening soon.

    Guests

    1. Micah NiespodzianyWelcome Center Coordinator & Event ManagerUnity Gardens

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    Michiana VegFest
    Karen Sommers, Jeanne Blad, Kristy Robinson More Information
    October 6th, 2022 Photo
    Michiana VegFest

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    October 23rd
    Century Center
    120 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd,
    South Bend, IN 46601

    Purple Porch Food Co-op
    123 N Hill St,
    South Bend, IN 46617

    https://www.facebook.com/michianaveg
    michianavegfest.org

    Michiana VegFest is a chance to learn about the power of your food for your health. To find some great recipes, see some demonstrations, and connect with others who believe eating right has so many benefits. Kelly found out more about Michiana VegFest from Karen Sommers and Jeanne Blad and got a preview of what the kitchen at Purple Porch Food Co-op might be bringing to the festival.

    Guests

    1. Karen SommersChairMichiana VegFest
    2. Jeanne BladCo-ChairMichiana VegFest
    3. Kristy RobinsonGeneral ManagerPurple Porch Food Co-op

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