Growing Local: the Naked Truth About Your Food. Film Series continues...

[Teresa]

Growing Local: the Naked Truth about Your Food

an Independent Film Series presented by
Raw & Juicy Organic Juice Bar & Cafe and Twin Oaks Farms
Seaside REP Meeting Hall
Last Tuesday of Month @ 7pm
Free/$10 suggested donation to Seaside REP

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A series of independently produced documentaries presented by two local organic businesses. Raw & Juicy Organic Juice Bar and Cafe and Twin Oaks Farm have collaborated in sponsoring Growing Local: the Naked Truth about Your Food. This film series sheds a spotlight on what goes into the food we eat. It is presented to support the idea that eating and living organically and sustainably is necessary for our health and the health of our planet.

Raw & Juicy owner, Jennifer Kuntz, and Twin Oaks Farm proprietor, Renee Savary, share a common interest ? they are both passionate about eating healthy food. And for these two entrepreneurs, eating healthy food means eating real food, the kind that has no chemicals and no ingredients that we can?t pronounce. Visit Central Square in Seaside and you can?t miss the 1966 Safari Airstream where Kuntz serves raw and organic juices, smoothies, snacks and meals. And any patron of the Seaside Farmers Market on Saturday mornings knows that Savary?s Twin Oaks Farm stand offers certified organic, pastured, soy free eggs, chickens and ducks, along with homemade preserves.

?The concept of eating organic is slowly catching on,? says Savary, ?but we wanted to do more to educate the public about eating healthy, great tasting, real food.? So, on a beautiful Saturday morning in March, the two sat together at a Raw & Juicy caf? table and developed the idea of Growing Local: the Naked Truth about Your Food. ?We were aware of several documentaries which are fantastic but we knew that many people had not been able to see them. All the films have been produced independently of big food corporations and big ag(ricultural) businesses and most have not been available through mass media.?

Film Series Schedule:

• FRESH, June 29
• A Chemical Reaction, July 27
• Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days , August 31
• No Impact Man , September 28
• What is Organic in Organic, October 26
• The World According to Monsanto , November 30

For more information on the series and future films, visit twinoaksfarm.net or contact Renee Savary at Renee@winoaksfarm.net or Jennifer Kuntz at jlkuntz@mac.com.
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[Teresa]

Tuesday August 31, 7pm - Simply Raw

This month's film series continues...

Tuesday August 31
Seaside REP Meeting Hall Theatre

Eat Local: potluck @ 5pm

Film @ 7pm:
SIMPLY RAW: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days
A fascinating, independent film follows the remarkable journeys of six diabetics (Type 1 and 2) for 30 days as they take the ?Raw Challenge? to
reverse their disease naturally without prescription drugs by eating only organic, vegan, uncooked, ?raw foods? despite the American Medical Association?s claim that ?Diabetes is a chronic disease that has no cure.? Their physiological and emotional transformations are featured in a new DVD entitled Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days (March 2009).

Set at The Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center in Arizona founded by Gabriel Cousens, M.D. , the film follows the participants as they are challenged to give up their traditional, American diets consisting of meat, dairy, sugar, processed foods, and cooked foods, as well alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine, as they continue to reduce their dosages of insulin and prescription medications. The results are astounding.

?One of the most potent, pandemic diseases is Type 2 diabetes affecting 246 million people worldwide. We need to wake up to the possibility that simply changing our diet can significantly reverse and even cure this disease. The results of the participants in this documentary offer evidence of that,? states Dr. Cousens. The author of There is a Cure for Diabetes and founder of The Tree of Life, Gabriel Cousens, MD is a well-known holistic
medical doctor for 35 years and published authority on alternative healing and raw living food nutritional therapies. He has helped thousands heal myriad diseases through the power of raw foods.

The film also features leading wellness experts, physicians, authors and advocates including Anthony Robbins, Woody Harrelson, Rev. Michael Beckwith, Morgan Spurlock, David Wolfe, Joel Furhman, M.D. and Fred Bisci, Ph.D. who all discuss the curative power and benefits of raw foods.

A diet consisting of plant-source only, raw foods is rapidly gaining worldwide
recognition for its power to heal and rejuvenate, as well as maintain health at a high energy level. The raw diet mostly consists of fruits, vegetables, grains, sprouts, nuts and seeds. It is a vegan diet (no meat, cheese, eggs or milk), but with one caveat: It is prepared at temperatures less than between 118 degrees Fahrenheit to preserved the natural enzymes, nutrients and the food?s life-force energy from the sun. When food is cooked, 50 percent of
the protein is lost, 70-80 percent of the vitamins and minerals are lost, and close to 100 percent of the phytonutrients are destroyed.

Simply Raw chronicles the transformation of six ?real life? participants ? with no prior knowledge of a plant-source only, raw food way of life ? all struggling with diabetes. Their inspiring transformations are documented over 30 days. Upon arrival at the Tree of Life, the group receives physical exams and medical tests under the care of Dr. Cousens and his staff. Daily medical discussions and support group meetings teach the participants about
food selection and preparation as well as exercise, meditation and yoga. Throughout the film, we witness moments of struggle, support, and hope. Remarkably nearly all of the participants were able to attain normal blood sugar levels and eliminate their insulin and prescription drug intake they depended on for decades.

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Eat Local
If you are joining us for the potluck before the movie please bring a food (with serving utensils) or beverage to share featuring local/regional foods. And it would be great if you could bring plates and cups for your own use, as well, though we will have some on-hand.

Here's a reminder on our food guidelines:
The main portion of any dish should be from local or regional ingredients grown or harvested in Florida, Georgia, or Alabama. ie. Zucchini bread should be made with zucchini that's as local as possible. But the flour, eggs, and other ingredients could be from anywhere, though if you can get them local--or organic-all the better.

Any meat should be from organic or free-range animals. And yes, harvested can include wild plants, nuts, fish or game.

Feel free to invite any friends who you know share your passion for eating locally!

And as always we encourage all of you to walk, ride your bike, or carpool!

 

[Seaside Rep Theatre]

We are so proud to be hosting this great series of films! Please join us tomorrow night for the movie at 7, the potluck at 5, or hopefully both!

 

[Teresa]

Sept 28 - No Impact Man

Tuesday Sept 28
7pm
Seaside REP Meeting Hall Theatre

No Impact Man

Colin Beavan decides to completely eliminate his personal impact on the environment for the next year.It means eating vegetarian, buying only local food, and turning off the refrigerator. It also means no elevators, no television, no cars, busses, or airplanes, no toxic cleaning products, no electricity, no material consumption, and no garbage.No problem ? at least for Colin ? but he and his family live in Manhattan.

see No Impact Man website and trailer

Eat Local
there will not be a potluck dinner prior to viewing this month.

 

[Gidget]

I can't believe it's been so long since I've posted on Howdy everyone!

No Impact Man is a great movie. We watched it recently, and it's very interesting because they go without so many things in order to find out what they really need and don't need (for instance, they decided a washing machine was a must - stomping their clothes in the bathtub was well, not so good ) I strongly recommend seeing it and then having a discussion with your family about the impact the movie made on you, the viewer and consider some changes that you would like to try out.

Gidget

 

[Teresa]

update from Jen

GROWING LOCAL FILM SERIES: The Naked Truth About Your Food
Sponsored By Raw and Juicy and Twin Oaks Farm

TONIGHT!!! September 28th at the Repertory Theater 7pm

This evenings Movie is No Impact Man Watch the trailer, read the blog, this is a light-hearted look at living off the grid. Very entertaining!

Colin Beavan decides to completely eliminate his personal impact on the environment for the next year. It means eating vegetarian, buying only local food, and turning off the refrigerator. It also means no elevators, no television, no cars, busses, or airplanes, no toxic cleaning products, no electricity, no material consumption, and no garbage. No problem - at least for Colin - but he and his family live in Manhattan. So when his espresso-guzzling, retail-worshipping wife Michelle and their two-year-old daughter are dragged into the fray, the No Impact Project has an unforeseen impact of its own.
Laura Gabbert and Justin Schein's film provides an intriguing inside look into the experiment that became a national fascination and media sensation, while examining the familial strains and strengthened bonds that result from Colin and Michelle's struggle with their radical lifestyle change.



PS. No Eat Local this evening...We will be back with our regular schedule October 26th. The movie will be What is Organic About Organic and the director will be with us to talk about the film.

See you tonight! Jen and Renee

850-687-3494

 

[Teresa]

What's Organic About Organic?
Tuesday, October 26
The Seaside REP Meeting Hall
Eat Local 5pm
Film 7pm
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Sponsored By Raw and Juicy and Twin Oaks Farm

Shedding light on the food we eat, how it's grown, how it reaches our tables,
and how it affects your health and the environment.
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Hello EAT LOCAL friends! Its the last Tuesday of the month and that means that we will be meeting at the REP for a fun evening of good food and a film.
The film this month is "What's Organic about Organic?" and Marty Mesh from Florida Organic Growers executive director and co-producer of the movie
will join us for the showing and lead us in a discussion after the movie!

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26th
Seaside Meeting Hall
(The Rep Theatre)
EAT LOCAL 5PM * MOVIE 7PM

We will enjoy great food and company outside the Rep Theater from 5:00-6:30ish, then together clean up and and get ready for the movie which will
start promptly at 7pm. Remember, this is a POTLUCK - so, please bring a food (with serving utensils) or beverage to share featuring local/regional foods.


It would be great if you could bring plates and cups for your own use, as well - though we will have some on-hand.

FOOD GUIDELINES:
The main portion of any dish should be from local or regional ingredients grown or harvested in Florida, Georgia, or Alabama. For example, zucchini bread
should be made with zucchini that's as local as possible. But the flour, eggs, and other ingredients could be from anywhere, though if you can get them
local--or organic-all the better. Any meat should be from organic or free-range animals. And yes, harvested can include wild plants, nuts, fish or game.

Here is a list of what's available in town:

For The Health of It in Blue Mountain Beach 267-0558
cherry tomatoes
crunchy and alfalfa sprouts
wheatgrass
mustard greens
arugula
pak choi
shiitake mushrooms
crimini mushrooms
Dragonfly Farms greens - mixed bag

Seaside Community Garden:
rosemary
mint
chives
thyme
oregano
Barefoot BBQ Seaside
Hilltop Sausage
and don't forget about...

Please forward this to anyone who has the passion for eating locally...
And as always, we encourage you to walk, ride your bike, or carpool to the potluck!

If anyone has any questions, or needs directions please don't hesitate to call!

Thanks,
Christin, Jen and Renee

850-419-3910
cmg977@gmail.com




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[Jdarg]

I have to say that these potlucks have been some of the best meals I have had since moving to SoWal, hands down. The delicious dishes range from very simple to super creative, and I have made a new friend every single time! Treat yourself to a great meal with great people tonight, then stay and see the movie. Every Growing Local movie has been very educational AND entertaining!

 

[Teresa]

Growing Local Film Series Continues Tuesday Nov 30

The World According to Monsanto

Tuesday November 30

Eat Local 5pm
Film 7pm

Seaside Meeting Hall
General Admission
Suggested donation $10 to benefit Seaside REP Theatre
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This is one of the most powerful, must see films for anyone interested in the behind the scenes world of the food industry, and how just one world dominating corporation holds the keys and patents to much of the worlds food supply.

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[Teresa]

more info...

GROWING LOCAL FILM SERIES
THE NAKED TRUTH ABOUT YOUR FOOD
Sponsored by Raw and Juicy and Twin Oaks Farm
Engaging our community about the food we eat.

**Showings the last Tuesday of every month at the Repertory Theater in Seaside
and the second Tuesday of the month at Artesano in Fort Walton Beach

[FONT=Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif]Tuesday, November 30th at the REP Eat Local: 5:30pm * Movie: 7:00pm
Seaside Repertory Theater * 216 Quincy Cir. Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

It's that time again, to gather together to enjoy locally grown food, and independent films about our food system. Meet us at the REP in Seaside for local food made by your friends and community, and to watch another film that helps us better understand how to feed ourselves and our families in the most healthful way. This months film is a heavy one about the role Monsanto plays in big agriculture, big chemical, and politics. We anticipate rain but will still have the eat local, bring your delicious eats and we'll share our food inside the theater.

The World According To Monsanto
A film by Marie-Monique Robin (109 min.) 2008

The World According to Monsanto is an in-depth Documentary that looks at the domination of the agricultural industry from one of the world's most insidious and powerful companies. Monsanto's controversial past combines some of the most toxic products ever sold with misleading reports, pressure tactics, collusion, and attempted corruption. They now race to genetically engineer (and patent) the world's food supply, which profoundly threatens our health, environment, and economy. Combining secret documents with first-hand accounts by victims, scientist, and politicians, this widely praised film exposes why Monsanto has become the world's poster child for malignant corporate influence in government and technology.


EAT LOCAL 5:30pm Seaside Repertory Meeting Hall
Here's a reminder on our food guidelines:
The main portion of any dish should be from local or regional ingredients grown or harvested in Florida, Georgia, or Alabama. For example, zucchini bread should be made with zucchini that's as local as possible. But the flour, eggs, and other ingredients could be from anywhere, though if you can get them local--or organic-all the better. Any meat should be from organic or free-range animals. And yes, harvested can include wild plants, nuts, fish or game.

Here is a list of local food's available in town:

For The Health of It in Blue Mountain Beach 267-0558
radishes
corn
yellow squash
zucchini
****ake mushroms
pak choy
grape tomatoes
tangerines

Seaside Community Garden:
rosemary
mint
chives
thyme
oregano
Barefoot BBQ Seaside
Hilltop Sausage
and don't forget about...

and for January's gathering the Seaside Farmer's Market!!
THIS (and every) SATURDAY 9am - 1:00pm
chicken and duck eggs
whole chicken
beef
milk, cream, butter
honey
persimmons
greens
sweet potatoes
bell peppers
watermelon radishes

Feel free to forward this to anyone who has the passion for eating locally...
And as always, we encourage you to walk, ride your bike, or carpool to the potluck!

For questions, or directions, please contact us at 850-687-3494 or 850-419-3910


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