We’re trying something new this year.

Traditionally, Alliance members gather in the winter for a large annual meeting in Springfield. But our membership has grown so much, we’re going to try bringing the annual meeting to you.

Now you can choose to join us in southern, c...

Find out more about a national campaign to support farmers  CSA Day Info

Our friends over at Slow Food Springfield would like to share the cost of a CSA! 

Enter to win a $100 gift certificate

Terra Madre Day

December 10, 2018 – Terra Madre Day  

https://www.slowfood.com/what-we-do/international-events/terra-madre-day/

Raise your fork to take part in the IXth Terra Madre Day

Terra Madre Day is a major Slow Food event, celebrating local food on a global scal...

Industrial Hemp Production Workshop (Freeport)

Corn and soybean producers are currently facing exceptionally tight margins and uncertainty in the market, creating the need for alternative crops and diversified cropping systems. As a result, Governor Bruce Rauner signed...

A film festival for everyone interested in learning about people, places and history behind their food is planned for Saturday, January 26, 2019, in Foundation Hall at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site (Level 2) in Springfield from 5:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Slow Food Spr...

Saturday, May 5, 2018 -

11:00am to 3:00pm

Location: 

• Illinois State Museum, Springfield

Event Audience: 

Family

Child

Fee: 

Free with Museum Admission

Bees and butterflies and birds, oh my! Celebrate Illinois pollinators with crafts, games, and more. Insects and bir...

You're invited to an artsy garden party! 
Mural Dedication • Music • Snacks • Paint Rocks • Garden Costume Contest • and more!

In 2016 Our Vibrant Community teamed up with GenHkids to create a community garden mural located at the Kerasotes YMCA (West of the building)...