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    Purchase Native Plants and Further Conservation Efforts in Central Illinois!

    Purchase Native Plants and Further Conservation Efforts in Central Illinois!

    Chill Out with Slow Food Springfield on Thursday, February 25th at 6 p.m.

    Chill Out with Slow Food Springfield on Thursday, February 25th at 6 p.m.

    Ahhh, chili. A satisfying comfort food on a cold winter's day. Did you know there is a whole day dedicated to the celebration of this "bowl of red"? And Springfield, IL has a local event planned! Let the LLCC Culinary Institute students treat your family to a prepared chili dinner on Thursday, February 25th at 6 p.m. This event will take place at Bistro Verde LLCC - 5250 Shepherd Rd. Springfield, IL 62794. Head over to the Slow Food Springfield event page for more info
    Slow Food Springfield-Mardi Gras Dinner Tuesday, February 9th, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

    Slow Food Springfield-Mardi Gras Dinner Tuesday, February 9th, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

    Carnival season is in full swing and Slow Food Springfield and American Harvest Eatery have teamed up to bring you a local Mardi Gras food celebration on February 9th! Tempt your taste buds with Amuse-bouche and a festive four course meal. View the full tasting menu and purchase tickets here: Mardi Gras Dinner
    Good Food Policy Conference Request For Proposals

    Good Food Policy Conference Request For Proposals

    Do you love policy work, have determination to help change the way our current food system operates, and need a forum to share your ideas? The Good Food Policy Conference Committee is seeking proposals for the Good Food Conference on March 25, 2016. APPLICATIONS DUE: January 22, 2016 FIND THE FULL APPLICATION HERE: Good Food Policy Conference RFP
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