Foodie Fridays, organized by Montgomery Parks Community Garden Program, is a monthly speaker series from June – September featuring local food system experts and innovators. Each month, presentations will highlight different parts of the food system – from farming and food recovery programs to community kitchens and composting – and how they relate to residents of Montgomery County.  Attendees can check-in and enjoy refreshments from 6:30-7:00pm. Speakers begin promptly at 7:00pm and a Q&A follows the presentations.

Presentation Schedule:

June 27 – Farming: Inputs & Production

Where does your food really come from? Let’s start from the beginning with soil, seeds, and stories. Hear from a local farmer about her journey into farming and the values and work that go into growing food.

 July 25 – Connecting: Distribution & Food Recovery

Across the County, organizations are working to connect fresh produce and food to people who need it. Learn how Community Food Rescue, Farm to Food Bank, and other programs help to address food insecurity and reduce food waste.

August 22 – Cooking: Processing & Retail

Learn how the Takoma Park Silver Spring Community Kitchen is helping local small-scale food entrepreneurs overcome barriers and build successful businesses. Speakers will include the Community Kitchen Program Manager, Ivie Baker IV, as well as a TPSS Community Kitchen user, Miriam Perlacio.

September 26 – Composting: Waste Recovery & Inputs

Did you know that 30-40% of food in the United States ends up in the landfill? While there are many ways to reduce waste as food makes its way through the supply chain, some food waste is inevitable. Learn how Compost Crew is turning this waste into an important resource for farmers.

For more information on the topics and speakers visit MoCoParks.org/FoodieFridays

 Ticket Information:

• Tickets can be purchased online in advance, or in person.
• $15 admission includes food and non-alcoholic beverages; $20 admission includes food and one alcoholic beverage for adults 21 and older with identification.
• Both options include a $5 discount for a ticket to the Josiah Henson Museum (regular price is $7) redeemable during regular museum hours.

Location: All Foodie Fridays events take place in the visitor center at Josiah Henson Museum and Park. Parking is only available at Wall Local Park, 1.5 blocks away at 5900 Executive Boulevard, North Bethesda, with limited accessible parking at the museum.